Does anyone else feel like their life is a lost case?!

Does anyone else feel like their life is a lost case?

I have had nervosa and severe depression for years and nothing has helped me-not exercise, therapy, medication, eating normally, or being in an inpatient long-term program. My parents are keeping me alive by feeding me through a feeding tube. I know that they can't make me decide to get better; I HAVE TO be the one to make that decision myself. Is there anyone else out there in a similar situation who just feels like their life has been at a standstill for years and nothing helps? My parents are forcing me to live a life I want to end. Please NO NEGATIVE COMMENTS on my ; telling me to 'eat a frikkin' sandwich' is not going to solve anything. I am seeing a counselor, pyschiatrist, and am on a healthy meal plan.

I can't, or won't say that I know how you feel. But I'm where I think you might be. Have been ill for years and see no end to these chronic illnesses.

My husband keeps saying not to give up, and my friends say that they admire me for always having such a bright disposition in face of the odds.

But, most of the time that's a facade. I only act "cheery" and positive because no one likes to be around someone "negative" all the time. It's also my nature, but I'm getting tired.

I'm not really sure what to do, so I guess I'm not helping you get out of your funk. It would be easy to say my life is a 'lost cause,' but I do have things, not many, that I can call my own that inspire me to keep going.

Obviously, you have a computer; explore the many things on the Internet. Does it help that you have a roof over your head AND even though feedings are through a G-tube, that you have access to food, and can afford a computer? Have you tried writing or journaling-great outlets for your feelings?

On the other hand, if you haven't already, I'd also tell your psychiatrist and counselor just what you told me.

I wish you the best. I have found that there is always something that makes life worth living. In my case, my husband, my dog (both of whom give unconditional love) and my writing.

All being said, Audrey had good advice that maybe you're here for those of us who feel the same as you. Allow yourself to dream about what you could have if you didn't have the nervosa and depression. Push the envelope and dare to dream