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(Ad-Free) Girlfriend Visits During a Depressive Episode
🕑 Added 2024-03-31 04:05:54 +0000 UTCYou don't have to hide how you're feeling. I see you, and I'm not going anywhere.
A Note from Moon
Hi everyone. This is such a heavy topic. I put off writing this script because I wasn't sure how to approach it. Usually I draw from my experiences to write a realistic story, but I can't say that I've ever experienced a depressive episode (of more than 2-3 days). Having studied psychology in college, I know what depression entails: fatigue, low motivation, isolation, etc. But clinical descriptions of depression and lived experiences can be very different. I did some research to learn how to best comfort someone with depression, and I did my best to write a script that does so respectfully. But I know that there is a lot more to depression than I've portrayed. It manifests in so many different ways and has so many consequences. I know that I've only brushed the surface, and I am open to writing more depression comfort audios that address other aspects of depression. In this audio, I primarily address shame, but in others, I could address feelings of worthlessness or intrusive thoughts, for example.
I hope this helps you. I know that it's hard right now, and the pressure to have it all together—to have perfect finances, to be in perfect shape, to be resilient and reliable—only drags you down further. I want you to know that you are valued and loved even when you are struggling. You are never a burden, and it's okay to need comfort and reassurance as you heal. You deserve someone who will always be there for you, unconditionally, during this difficult time.
All my love,
Moon ☾
P.S. I apologize that this is so short. This was originally supposed to be an exclusive continuation, but I decided that this part was more of a comfort audio than its story-based predecessor. But if you're interested in some backstory, I posted the prequel to Patreon!
Credits
Script by Moon Berry Audio
Sound effects from Zapsplat and Freesound
Comments
Moon Berry Audio
Got it, I'll keep that in mind!
Moon Berry Audio
I certainly remember, James. I'm sorry to read that your depressive episodes have returned. I hope that you can find a treatment that doesn't harm you in the process. I wish you all the best as you recover. And you're very welcome. I do all that I can to make times like these easier. Thank you for all your support!
James Jeans
If I could make a suggestion for a future depression comfort audio: one that revolves around the listener struggling with depression related to physical disability would be most appreciated.
James Jeans
You may not remember, but we had a brief exchange a few months back about the idea of you doing a depression comfort audio in the comments of one of your other videos. I'm glad you finally got 'round to recording one. I recently had to be taken off my Bipolar II medication because it was possibly damaging my liver, and I've been coping very badly with the side effects of being weened off of it so fast (and the depressive episodes have returned big time). I really appreciate what you do here, Moon. Thank you for putting as much time, effort, and thought into it as you do.
