I honestly do love this, disagree on some wording, but all in all this was great.

amazing description.I'm at a loss for words

that sounds so much like me it's scary...

i really like the honesty and way that this is written, the way it says simply the way people feel. the short style. i have to say i think it is an essay. keep writing.
-dreah

I find this a very well written essay. I really don't have any comments to help improve your writing. I find this all too amazing. It really goes into details about why we are depressed. Not very many people can understand and maybe your essay will make them understand or come closer. Good job. I really could relate (in most ways).

Yes, it /is/ a journal essay. I had a very hard time trying to figure out what category to put this piece, and I almost put it in "General" rather than "Essays," but decided it might fit better under "Essays." I don't see why you think it has no originality in it, though there certainly /is/ plenty of self pity. Dealing with the problem? This is part of an /attempt/ to deal with the problem. Somehow I think if I can understand my problem, then I'll be able to overcome it. I'm going through therapy, I'm taking various medications, I'm dissecting my emotions and experiences in an attempt to get better. Whining? Yes, I'm whining. I know I whine and I know I pity myself and I know it's disgusting but I do it anyway. And I'm sorry this piece didn't help you understand even a little.

Altogether boring without a drop of originality or courage. It reeks of self-pity and 'ressentimente'. This isn't an essay but a journal essay, whining for recognition rather than trying to deal with the problem.

I'm not a cutter but I have had episodes of Major Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder(depression in the winter). I also have ADHD and I have a lot of the same problems as you when I try to discribe it to people.

I like this essay. It says a lot that many people prolly wouldn't want to hear.

~vashsunglasses