We all have different support needs and they can vary like you said depending on symptoms and such. It can be difficult to not feel like a burden and I wanted to at least let you know you're not alone. My partner also offers a lot of support when I need it: cooking, picking up extra chores I'm struggling with at the time, making sure I take my meds on time, etc. I can't work but it sounds like you're doing your absolute best trying to hold it together there despite it being very difficult. In regards to coping with trauma, I practice a lot of grounding and mindfulness techniques to remind myself I'm in the present moment where I'm much safer now. If you're able to work with a therapist or support group, that may be beneficial but I know not everyone has access. I hope you're able to find ways to cope with depression too. We're always here to offer help and advice if needed.

I found EMDR extremely helpful for trauma related issues that have made life particularly hard. I wish I'd addressed it much sooner.

I have this, but around Christmas. When it gets around that time and the depression and trauma starts to set in I usually go back to my journals and photos from that time and kind of reflect and release. Like I let myself be upset about it and I try to let it out through crying/dancing/screaming/writing or drawing/etc. Healing from this kind of thing takes time, and the same methods won't work for everyone. I just want you to know that you are loved ❤️

My trauma happened almost 30 years ago and the anniversary of certain events still pull me down. It’s like a gravitational pull I am not even conscious about really…until I realize it’s around that time of the year that said event happened. I try to prepare for it by being extra loving to myself. Honor the fact that I will need a little extra down time to cope with low energy levels. And just accept that it is part of who I am. I’ve done EMDR, years of therapy, 12 step programs…nothing seems to really “fix” me completely.

I acknowledge the feelings and try all of my coping mechanisms to get me through the day. Each day is a triumph. Be nice to yourself.

Yeah, I know what you mean. When I was 26 say what is throughout life changing accident. It made my life 10 times harder now. I often think of how easy my life was compared to the junk, I have to put up with now. It’s gotten easier over the years but I still get depressed.

This can be hard. Because time will always be there. So maybe you should find some distraction, a pleasure of the sort. I walk a lot. But I am planning on joining the gym. But I have been looking for a support group. Since I no longer have a therapist. Are you in relationship? Maybe date and nature activities can help.