Shout Me Out

Lately, I've been facing my own battles, often overwhelmed with desperation. Mornings, particularly, seem like an uphill climb. The simple acts of waking up, rising from bed, and thinking clearly feel like monumental tasks. Among the many challenges I grapple with are: Enduring a persistently low mood, a daily companion that sometimes intensifies at specific hours. Finding little to no joy in nearly all activities. Experiencing significant fluctuations in weight and appetite. Dealing with disrupted sleep patterns, swinging between insomnia and excessive slumber. Coping with an unshakeable sense of restlessness. Battling fatigue and low energy levels throughout the week. Wrestling with feelings of worthlessness and overwhelming guilt. Struggling to concentrate, think clearly, and make decisions on most days. Confronting recurrent, haunting thoughts of mortality, suicide, and self-harm. Despite these struggles, I find solace in the unwavering support of my understanding partner. He k...

  During this prolonged period of lockdown and remote work, I've noticed a significant increase in my anxiety levels, and I wonder if anyone else has experienced the same. Prior to the pandemic, I used to cherish spending time outdoors, frequenting flea markets, parks, and malls. Being in the open air and engaging with the world around me always brought me joy and contentment. However, the necessary isolation and confinement during the pandemic have taken a toll on my mental well-being. I find myself becoming overly anxious about various aspects of life, and it's been challenging to keep my anxiety in check at times. The simple act of going out and interacting with people has become a source of unease, and I now prefer the comfort of spending time with those closest to me. Moreover, I've noticed an increase in overthinking. Some nights, I find myself lying awake until the early hours, with my mind racing and analyzing everything in detail. This heightened state of ruminatio...