Oh Pete! Never, ever give up hope sweetie! There are people everywhere who can love you and care for you. You are a very kind and sweet person and you should never consider yourself of little importance to other people. Depression is a difficult thing to overcome, I know, but it can be done despite how long it takes to get through it. I could tell you some horror stories about depression but the most important thing is to tell yourself is that nothing is impossible to those who want to achieve the seemingly impossible. I believe you have what it takes deep within you to achieve that. In the meantime, know there are caring and loving people here who can and will help through the rough times. Hugs and love to you!

I have to say 2 things that help me 1 is reading the "life recovery bible" and the other is a while ago I joined a gym... Everyone wondered if it would take and now to me its an addiction it makes me feel so much better about myself... You see I have been injured a couple times racing and at one point my shoulders were so bad I couldn't even play catch with my grandson I was determined to get my health back.... It worked and now going to the gym is a must for me...im no young spring chicken but I'm doing much better now....stay strong my young friend..

Pete please listen to me.
You seem like a great guy. You're one of the few men I have ever accepted a friends invite from.
You are alive and you should be grateful for that.
Just think of the plane crashes lately and how their familys feel. Its not fair on your loved ones to feel like this, so please get some counselling.

((((pete))))

sweet Irish lad

I agree with lars...pete you are a sweetheart and have a great sense of humor, you're my Irish soul mate

Nope, change it to "Wonderful man who is not afraid to show his emotions"


... someone more men could learn from.

(((( Pete )))) sending you a big hug.
I agree with those who say have faith. My faith has also seen me through dark moments when I thought death might be preferable.
after that, there is also doing for yourself. whether it's counseling, having meds adjusted. there are things you need to take care of yourself.
reach out to friends. I think you said some of your friends are in the dark about this. surroundings yourself with people who care is always helpful. a good friend you can tell anything to, who can be there when you just need someone who won't judge.
and find an activity that occupies your time and heart. pet shelter, habitat for humanity, red cross, or anything you choose.
send you a big hug. feel free to message me if you ever want

You might be surprised Pete.
Someone may not see the illness but the man.
Anything is possible, I truly believe this and it is part of what helps me walk my own path.

I didn't say that faith is all that one needs.

I myself have been taking a prescription anti-depressant for more than a decade, because I have a chemical imbalance.

For what it is worth, a medication can lose its effectiveness over time. In my case, my medication has been changed twice.

When dealing with depression, it helps to become involved in a cause greater than one's self. Maintaining some kind of exercise regimen also helps reduce depression.