I'm all of a sudden sufering from depression today and need some cheering up

(*hug*)(*hug*)(*hug*)(*hug*)(*hug*)(*hug*)(*hug*)

You've got plenty of support from the good folks here on EC.

 

It happens to everyone from time to time. Just know you aren't alone, especially on this site.

 

Don't worry, things will get better, you are definitely not alone (*hug*)

 

We're all here if ya need us. (&&&)

This one makes me smile every time I see it.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=PIBjB5ROsIM

---------- Post added 31st Jul 2016 at 02:15 PM ----------

This ones better haha.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=x2RJN9a_jdM

 

I'm sure you're aware by this stage in the process that this is how depression works - every so often, it flares up, unexpectedly, and life is suddenly all the harder for it. But it will quiet down too.

As for relationships - I'm sure your stepdad is a good person at heart, but I'm afraid he's wrong - gay people form loving, long-term relationships all the time. I've known several couples myself! Plus, with same-sex marriage legal across the US now, people are getting married every day. That's not to say we don't have extra hurdles to overcome (such as people not believing LGBT folks can form long-lasting relationships), but it is absolutely possible.

For now, try to focus on what you're accomplishing instead of what you aren't. That's easier said than done, of course, but you mention being in school and doing well, already having a job, moving forward into a career you love, and those are all fantastic things! If you have trouble focusing, there are a few easy things you can do to help ground your thoughts, like light a candle and watch it, take a warm bath, or go for a short walk and listen to the sounds you hear while you're out. These all help focus your senses on a single point, and your thoughts along with them.

Sorry you're feeling isolated from your family as well. Hopefully in time that will change too - for now, keep posting as much as you like.

 

This might be a bit of stereotypical advice, but It Gets Better Project has a lot of videos about how people overcame struggles with their families or stereotypes of the community they live in.

 

Here, this always cheers me up! ^^

cute bunnies - Bing images

 

I'm so sorry that this is something you have to deal with. You are worthy and important and deserving of love.

Being a lesbian doesn't mean that you won't have a fulfilling and happy relationship. One day, you'll be with a wonderful girl who loves you for who you are, you'll be happy, content, and you'll trust in the strength of yourself and your happiness. So many lesbian couples find happiness for the whole of their lives and you can too. Please don't let what other people say about/to you allow you to believe that you're not going to find love. You will find love and one day you'll look back and realise that you don't feel alone any more.

I hope you feel better soon, we're all here for you

 

He's wrong. I actually find that same sex couples are longer lasting than many straight ones. 50% of straight marriages end in divorce and many are only together for the kids.

 

Tell your Stepdad to go f^^k himself; he's just trying to make sure you're as miserable as he is. You are a wonderful, special, brave person. Ignore all the non-nonsensical morons out there!

 

Here are some of my favorite cheer me up videos that I just cant but smile at
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWZRGZInJkw a dancing turtle
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3yRv5Jg5TI Chewbacca mom
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMhw5MFYU0s dogs who fail at being dogs
You are loved.

 

as my friend says
when ever depression strikes
"cunt it in the bastard"