For Those Moving Through Depressive Phases

When Everything Feels Heavy

There are days when simply existing feels exhausting. When the world seems dim, and getting out of bed feels like climbing a mountain. When joy feels far away, even if you remember what it once felt like.

If you’re here right now, breathing through this moment, that is not a small thing. That is courage.

Depression lies. It tells you you’re alone.
It tells you you’ve failed.
It tells you that things will never change.

But your depression is not the truth of your life.
It is a state. A season. A storm passing through your mind.

So here is your reminder:

You are not falling behind.
You are not broken.
You are healing.

Healing is not loud.
Sometimes healing looks like:

• Taking your medication even when you’re tired of needing it

• Getting out of bed just long enough to shower or eat

• Texting one person back

• Letting the day be simple, instead of perfect

Your worth does not disappear when your energy does.

You are still deserving of love, care, and gentleness.

You are allowed to rest.
You are allowed to take your time.
You are allowed to stay.

You are needed here. The world is better with you in it.