Hey, if it helps, I think most people feel like that at some point in their lives and for a lot of people they feel like that most of the time. That is okay - you aren't alone in this. It sounds like perhaps you are analysing yourself and what others think of you too much as I am sure they don't see you as a burden but even if they did, everyone needs to be able to offload to someone. Almost everyone I know has, at least once said that they feel like a burden to me/their family/friends/partner because they worry a lot or are complaining or need help with things. The truth is that everyone "burdens" another at times and that is okay because that person will need help some time and you'll be there for them. There is nothing wrong with it and most people don't see it as a burden at all -they feel very special because you have confided in them and trust them enough. i know i feel very privileged when people tell me this, and people can also admire your strength when you have the guts to tell them how you are feeling. To be honest you are probably validating their own feelings by expressing yours as they will feel the same way at some point and to know you were strong enough to talk about it may help them.

sorry to hear that OP...

It's all in the mind OP. Try to think positive you will begin to feel better

I used to suffer from depression for a very long time (years) and tried killing myself multiple times. And I also had a family member who committed suicide, he was my great uncle. I know exactly how you feel. But I promise you if you hang in there, things will get better. A lot of thoughts that we have in our heads about ourselves aren't even true. And remember that other people in our lives that make us feel awful about ourselves have a lot of issues themselves, so we shouldn't listen to them. Depression is a real thing. It's hard to get rid of once you get it (though you can get rid of it.) That's why when you start feeling like you're getting depressed, you have to quickly start changing your mindset, start doing productive things, get away from negativity, and start looking at the positive. You may want to get help for that. Personally going to church and really getting to know God has gotten rid of all of my depression and now I feel amazing. But you can always find different ways/people to help you through that. You'll be OK, I promise :)

It horrifies my that 1.4k people can say that the op deserves this. Depression is a disease. It needs treatment, just like any other. The nature of this disease is very particular, in that it makes it very hard to get, want to get, or even receive treatment. It's horrible. And yet, "you deserve it". Are you kidding me? I can only hope you people never have to deal with the pain involved in depression, with yourself or anyone you know. It really is worse than you can imagine.

I know what you're going through. I struggled with depression myself in my 20's. I still sometimes get a little down. Don't let other people or their comments get to you. Shrug it off. You are in control of your life, not anyone else. If you need someone to talk to, there are hotlines for depression and usually group sessions in some areas. It's a real thing, and I think that some people are insensitive about it. Depression is a horrible thing to go through. People who don't know what it feels like are usually the ones who belittle and ridicule you for going through it. Hang in there, OP, and you'll get better. Life is worth living. It's just a little tough sometimes.

Go talk to someone else. Get on some meds to help. If the first one doesn't feel right, tell them cause I've been through about five or six different ones. You don't have to suffer. Go get some help. Good luck. Message me if you have questions.

Thank therapy is the best for depression. Talk to someone who is not going to juge you. I know it sounds difficult to imagine now but you will make it and life will be beautiful again.

Wow OP, Im really sorry I've suffered from depression too from both sides of my family. I also know what its like to loose loved ones from it. The best thing you can do is hope. Counselors do help and getting fresh air does too. I all else fails, you should talk to your doctor. I really hope you get better!!! Stay Strong!!! :)

aw honey ;-; i promise that things will get better. im so sorry!