Odds are, if you're alive and breathing, and you have human emotion, you've been sad before. Don't worry though, we've all been there. Sadness is a completely normal emotion that we ALL feel from time to time.
But I'm not here to talk about normal sadness. Rather, something more pressing.
Depression.
Fact is, depression is a very serious issue in today's society. Many people on Earth suffer from some form of depression. But that's okay, because they're not alone.
Unfortunately, sometimes depression escalates. Recently, I came very very close to losing a friend due to depression.
Anyway, depression is indeed very serious. And let me start by saying this: if you or someone you know is depressed, please, please help them or yourself. Please.
Depression is the feeling of chronic sadness, guilt, and most negative feelings. Many people who are depressed seem so happy and cheery on the outside, but are completely opposite on the inside. They seem perfect, but they're really not. Now, that's not to say everyone who seems happy is depressed. There are normally other signs. Especially if you have a deep conversation with them.
I'm simply treading the surface with this...disorganized discussion. Right now in my life, this subject is very near and dear to my heart. The whole point of this was to open your eyes to something we don't often talk about, which I understand. It's uncomfortable. But someone has to talk about it. I just wanted to give you the very basic details on depression and raise awareness for it.
Again: if you or someone you love and care about is depressed, please help them or yourself. It is a serious and pressing issue, and must be acted on ASAP.
Thank you if you read all of this, it was quite long, and I guess I just kind of ranted.
Goodnight,
-Pieguy

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It is a tricky subject, but it does need to be talked about and people do need to realize it's not a joke. Loved this post.

Sigh, very harsh topic, but a good post.

Depression must not be ignored and must not escalate, you're correct on that my friend.

Yes, depression is a very serious issue. I know quite a few DSGHQ players currently or formerly in depression...

PieGuy....!
Yo' so cool m8!

Very true. Depression isn't a good thing, I think it is a good idea to talk to someone about it. I, personally feel like I have a terrible life sometimes, but something puts me into a good mood so I forget about it.

Thank you for this outstanding post! You have taught me something today! I hope the Community learns something as well.


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