Crying in the rain

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At this point in my life, I was broken. I wasnt sure at this point, What these emotions were that I was going through. I was crying constantly. I would start crying for absolutely No reason what so ever.  There were multiple times that someone would ask me what was wrong, and Honestly I couldn’t tell them what was wrong, or why I was Bawling my eyes out. I was a mess.  I didn’t want to be around anyone, I didnt want to talk to anyone, I was sooo mad at the world. I was mad at God. Why is it that when My Grandfather finally turned his life to you, why did you take him from me?  I needed him!!!

I was so angry!  My faith faded. I needed my grandpa. He was gone. I could no longer pick up the phone and call him. My hurt turned into straight anger. I hated everyone. My heart was broken. Why would God punish me by taking the only man in my life who truly loved me. Through my life, I had my relationships, like all teenagers do, But Never had I ever felt Loved. Now do not get me wrong here, I’m not saying a romantic relationship is the same as a relashonship that a Grandfather has for his Granddaughter, because it wasnt like that. The fact was the only man who had ever truly showed me unconditional love was gone. There was an empty spot.

 

I had gotten so bad, that I was ready to end my life. My life was over. I missed my Grandpa so much.  The hole that was left in my heart was one that hurt so bad. I physically was hurting along with mentally. Knowing I had to figure out how to continue living for Hailey, I turned to doctors. It was at that point I was diagnosed with clinical Depression. I knew nothing about Depression. I knew my Grandpa had ended his life because he was so unhappy, But I did not know why He hurt so bad or what was going on in his head or mine. I’m sure you have heard about depression, But, The same as I, I really didn’t understand what came with it. I did not know this is what I was going through.

 

Description of Clinical Depression: The persistent feeling of sadness or loss of interest that characterizes major depression can lead to a range of behavioral and physical symptoms. These may include changes in sleep, appetite, energy level, concentration, daily behavior, or self-esteem. Depression can also be associated with thoughts of suicide.

Symptoms:

Mood: anxiety, apathy, general discontent, guilt, hopelessness, loss of interest, loss of interest or pleasure in activities, mood swings, or sadness
This is also where anxiety started kicking in I could not do anything that was out of my normal. To this day, I have to have a normal routine. The same doctors, nurses, surroundings etc. I was discontent in everything in my life.  I was completely Hopeless, Or so I thought, Nothing would make this better. NOTHING. I did not want to do ANYTHING, I did not even want to be around my family.  I was always sad.
Sleep: early awakening, excess sleepiness, insomnia, or restless sleep
At first all I wanted to do was sleep. But this turned into Insomnia. I couldn’t sleep even when I wanted too.
Whole body: excessive hunger, fatigue, loss of appetite, or restlessness
I gained over 50 pounds. I ate EVERYTHING that was in front of my face. Food was my comfort.
Behavioral: agitation, excessive crying, irritability, or social isolation
As I mentioned before, I was always crying. I did not want to be around anyone.
Cognitive: lack of concentration, slowness in activity, or thoughts of suicide
Again, I didn’t want to live anymore. I had lost the only person I thought loved me.
Weight: weight gain or weight loss
Also common: poor appetite or repeatedly going over thoughts
I was prescribed medications to try to help me. It helped me sometimes, But not all the time.  It never took away the pain completely, like I had hoped.  I was still depressed. I missed my Grandpa. I needed him. I had to figure out how to live. I had to figure out how I could go on without him. Because Hailey needed me. I couldnt Wait for this storm to pass any more, I had to figure out how to make myself get up, Be a mom. It was time to force myself to Dance in the rain even when I did not want too.

 

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