THE TIP BOOK

Depression

Depression

Depression, unlike it is typically thought of as, is a mental illness, and people do not understand that mental illnesses are actually chemical imbalances in your body. They are not brought on by choice. Why would people choose to suffer? Who would choose to have their everyday thoughts mingle with thoughts of suicide and preventing people from looking at their scars? No one would do this to themselves. No one. When you have depression, it's more than feeling sad. Depression is a medical illness, not a sign of weakness. Depression warps your sense of reality, in some cases making things seem much worse than they are.

If you are depressed, bullied, have an eating disorder, or any other mental illness, I highly suggest getting help, talk to someone, a guidance counselor, a close friend, a parent, or just a trustworthy adult. You could even talk to me. I’m always here, and I will NEVER ignore anyone. I promise, I will be the person there for you who was never there for me when I needed it the most. So message me at anytime.

Having an mental illness is nothing to be ashamed of. In fact, telling someone about your problems takes courage. PLEASE, talk to someone before you do something drastic, like cutting your skin. It’s addictive, once you get into the habit of it, it is hard to stop. see, when you cut, your brain releases endorphins make you feel better, as does crying. So please, if you need those feel good endorphins, cry it out, don’t cut. The relief only lasts for a short time.

When depression and suicide and all the things that make you want to just die are calling your name, I’m here, screaming your name louder, telling you that you can get through this, no matter how hard it seems. I don't know what you’re going through, but I just want to tell you, I don't care if you have more than one chin, i don't care if you don’t have a thigh gap, I don't care if you don't wear makeup.

I love you. You are beautiful. Inside and out, and if you can’t see that, buy a better mirror, look a little closer, stare a little longer, because you are beautiful. No matter what anyone else says. There is strength in you, and whenever you feel like you can't take it anymore, look a little deeper inside yourself.

You have made it this far, and you can make it to the light at the end of the dark and endless tunnel. At the end of every storm, no matter how bad it is, the sun always comes out to shine again. Rainbows can only be caused with a little rain. You are an angel, you’ve just forgotten how to fly....