Depression

[nachoman]

I can relate. This is a complicated situation, and you are stuck in more catch-22s than you realize. For example, two hours asleep alone is enough to cause major health problems. But those health problems, in turn, can cause a lack of sleep. I've been there.

Perhaps the worst feeling one can have is one where you are not in control of your situation. It does not have to be medical handcuffs, it can be emotional, physical, or even political. And feeling restricted will eventually cause sadness in everyone. I find it helpful to recognize those situations and to at least plan and take small steps to alleviate them. For example, I was once stuck in a lousy go-nowhere job with little pay and lacked the education to find a more meaningful job. My solution was to begin taking classes at the local community college, one at a time, until I earned a degree. The act of registering for that very first class was enough to give me hope and direction that I would not always be stuck doing the same thing.

I can't suggest what the best course for you would be, because every situation is different. Believe me, jut recognizing and being able to think about the problem in your head is an enormous first step. Oh, and winter weather never helps things, either

Take care,