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1st dose - May 1 2nd dose - July 6 (tomorrow)

Try to find someone or multiple people to talk to about what you're going through. Not just anyone but someone that listens to you and acknowledges how you are feeling. It's not about finding the answer but just getting it out there. If you have an Employee Assistance Program, take advantage of it. Talk to a doctor, they may be able to refer you to a counselor that would be covered by OHIP. Try journaling. Sometimes it helps just to write things down. Just how you are feeling. Answer your own question that you posed: What (or who) gives your life meaning? Maybe write the good and bad that happened that day. Sometimes the bad outweighs the good but you will see that you do have good experiences too. Write down what has changed since the accident and see if there is something you can strive to get back. It may allow you to see what is causing your depression to eliminate or manage it. Try exercise. Go for walks or runs. Fresh air and the sun helps. Do things you enjoy, even if it's by yourself. If you like dogs, go hang out with a friend's dog. Companion pets help. Set some small goals. Even if it's just to make your bed every morning. You'd be surprised that by knowing that you accomplished something first thing in the morning that it will lead to a better day. Most importantly, it's okay to feel the way you feel. There is nothing wrong with you. Also, if your depression is alcohol or drug related, try going to AA or NA. There could be many people in similar situations that can directly relate to you. I've had my own struggles for year upon years. The stigma of mental health is going away. We are all in it together. You did the right thing just asking for help. 🙂

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