Depression...

[Bekki]

Because of judgements like yours.

That was not directed at you flame or fizzerman

It's just that I know a few people (sometimes me) for whom "I'm feeling a bit down" is code for.. "I'm in that place where I just really need you to be there for me now". And it's genuine. And when you're there, being told that life is beautiful and there for the taking is a good thing, but going from blue to happy can take time and being pressured doesn't speed up the process...

[KATWYN]

GET OVER THE WEAKNESS AND SORT YOUR SHIT OUT!

People sorting their shit out is exactly what is happening in here.....from where i'm sitting

Yes you will always get the draining attention seekers - but in amongst them, there are many genuines that may make it outa the black hole they are in because a biker mate (someone with a similar interest) listened to them.

[Bloody Mad Woman (BMW)]

I didnt say harden up! I said.....SORT YA SHIT OUT! and like posted earlier in this thread....genuine "depression" sufferers don't tell the whole bloody world about their probs do they!

You have a choice DONT READ IT. It is obviously pushing a few of your buttons luv. Your comments portray a pig ignorant shallow attitude. Respect the fact others are getting alot out of this thread.

Honesty obviously threatens you. I am grateful that I am broadminded enough that I can talk about any subject and respect the fact of other people's experiences. When you grow up I hope you get to this stage.

I don't know whether to pity you or laugh at you.

Good luck in life - you need it.

[Drew]

You have a choice DONT READ IT. It is obviously pushing a few of your buttons luv. Your comments portray a pig ignorant shallow attitude. Respect the fact others are getting alot out of this thread.

Honesty obviously threatens you. I am grateful that I am broadminded enough that I can talk about any subject and respect the fact of other people's experiences. When you grow up I hope you get to this stage.

I don't know whether to pity you or laugh at you.

Good luck in life - you need it.

What is there to pity or laugh about here? You are just as ignorant as you accuse her of being, in that you dont know her! For fuck sake, you are both drawing your opinions from personal experience, and yet you think her opinion is less valid.

To me, that makes you a hypocrit, as well as ignorant.

DO NOT discount anothers view, because no-one knows the circumstance that led to it!!!!

[flame]

When you grow up I hope you get to this stage.

I don't know whether to pity you or laugh at you.

Good luck in life - you need it.

I think ya should laugh! I stared death in the face 6 years ago due to a totally different medical condition...... I won! Im laughing too......and I laugh everyday becoz of it.

So my opinion is.....if your here, if your alive.....then make the most of every da'am day ya have!! Life is one big roller coaster, if ya can't handle the up's and down's of it all.....then get off your carriage!

[KATWYN]

I think ya should laugh! I stared death in the face 6 years ago.....I won! Im laughing too......and I laugh everyday becoz of it.

So my opinion is.....if your here, if your alive.....then make the most of every da'am day ya have!! Life is one big roller coaster, if ya can't handle the up's and down's of it all.....then get off your carriage!

Well that sure is hell makes sense now!!

But just cos you beat something 6 years ago is it fair to have said what you said to others that aren't in the same euphoric place you are right now..

[Kittyhawk]

Each to their own. Everyone has a different past and that past is what has built up their character over time.

This is a general discussion about a subject which is silenced and not classified as "normal." There is no right or wrong everyone has an opinion and feel free to voice it. Positive or negative.

People who have depression or have experienced some form of it, do find it easier to relate to others who have it. There are people out there who have never experienced it.

I used to be like that and couldnt work out why people got depressed never understood a thing about it..life was great, live and enjoy it, wtf were they on about??? I've seen the other darker side of it too, no way out, alone, and no motivation for anything.

If someone is not in good shape mentally I seriously advise to seek professional help. But, at the end of the day it's purely up to the individual.

[98tls]

Reminds me of the saying "dancing would appear as madness to the deaf"...............

[flame]

Well that sure is hell makes sense now!!

But just cos you beat something 6 years ago is it fair to have said what you said to others that aren't in the same euphoric place you are right now..

....take from it want you want...tis only my opinion. Im not on here to offend, I just am a very 'black and white' person. If you didn't want peoples opinions then perhaps you shouldn't have posted a thread on a public forum!

Life aint always what you make it.....its "life that makes you!!!". I will never agree that depression is a sickness.....I beleive it is self controlled. But yes I do agree that some people have a lot more self control than others, and that is possibly something that cannot be helped.

But far too many people in this world take far too much pity on themselves instead of just biting the bullet and making the most of what they have! after all.....isn't that a far better idea

[Disco Dan]

....take from it want you want...tis only my opinion. Im not on here to offend, I just am a very 'black and white' person. If you didn't want peoples opinions then perhaps you shouldn't have posted a thread on a public forum!

Life aint always what you make it.....its "life that makes you!!!". I will never agree that depression is a sickness.....I beleive it is self controlled. But yes I do agree that some people have a lot more self control than others, and that is possibly something that cannot be helped.

But far too many people in this world take far too much pity on themselves instead of just biting the bullet and making the most of what they have! after all.....isn't that a far better idea

im sorry but i must disagree... that may be your opinion, but you posted this knowing it may offend? That in itself just indicates to me that you have either little understanding or just felt like being cruel?

I agree however there is an element of self control but not everyone has the tools and/or the confidence to help themselves. This thread has already helped many people and will no doubt help many more, Kittyhawk is dealing with her life in her own way - just like everybody else does: in their own way. Who are you to judge?

This is a sensitive topic and I would advise a little sensitivity...

[flame]

im sorry but i must disagree... that may be your opinion, but you posted this knowing it may offend? That in itself just indicates to me that you have either little understanding or just felt like being cruel?

I agree however there is an element of self control but not everyone has the tools and/or the confidence to help themselves. This thread has already helped many people and will no doubt help many more, Kittyhawk is dealing with her life in her own way - just like everybody else does: in their own way. Who are you to judge?

This is a sensitive topic and I would advise a little sensitivity...

FFS....it's an opinion thread!!! it appears there are far too many whingers on here, and I have far better things ta do!

Go feel sory for yourself while I go play on me bike

[Bekki]

Everyone has different opinions and different experiences - just be honest, it's good for debate.

It's just as important for people going through this to understand the reasoning behind the people who judge them as weak or attention seeking.. even if they're wrong

..as it is for them to hear from people who are in that dark place that they're not alone..

..and to hear from people who've come out the other side and 'recovered' that it doesn't have to be forever.

And as for the people who haven't been there and don't understand but love and support us anyway...... you rock more than anything on the whole planet.

[Bloody Mad Woman (BMW)]

What is there to pity or laugh about here? You are just as ignorant as you accuse her of being, in that you dont know her! For fuck sake, you are both drawing your opinions from personal experience, and yet you think her opinion is less valid.

To me, that makes you a hypocrit, as well as ignorant.

DO NOT discount anothers view, because no-one knows the circumstance that led to it!!!!

Fizzerman - let her fight her own battles. Just ask yourself why are you so upset. You don't know me either so why call me a hypocrite -

Some people learn from their experiences some don't. Some stay in denial. Have a great day.

[sinned]

FFS....it's an opinion thread!!! it appears there are far too many whingers on here, and I have far better things ta do!

Go feel sory for yourself while I go play on me bike

I logged in this morning to catch up on motorcycles and that sort of stuff. And here I find a thread with over 300 posts and about what? When the rain stops I will go play with my bike, go for a ride and talk shit about bikes face to face.

I am with Flame on this one.

[Ixion]

I hesitated whether to remove some of the recent negative postings. But decided to leave them unless things got personal.

Bekki's post succinctly identifies why they form a valid part of the thread. But if anything gets personally hostile it will be removed.