7 Signs You’re Not Lazy, But Depressed

Are you feeling tired, struggling with concentration and withdrawing from social activities? Don't just dismiss it as laziness, it could be a symptom of depression. Watch this video to learn the 7 psychology-backed signs to differentiate between laziness and depression. With this knowledge, you can better understand your feelings and seek the necessary help if needed. Remember, depression is a treatable condition, and seeking professional help is a brave step towards recovery. Don't hesitate to seek help if you suspect you may be experiencing depression. Watch this video now to learn the signs.

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[alishademmery]

Everyone deserves someone to talk to about their feelings and problems

[VentiTheBardd]

A wise person once told me “do not put too much pressure on a pencil, or it will break. I finally now realize that they weren’t talking about a pencil.

[EditsYall]

Depression feels like being stuck in a dark tunnel with no end in sight. Every day is a struggle, and joy feels impossible to find. You feel numb and isolated, watching the world move on without you. It’s like a heavy weight that never lifts, feeling lost and alone. Even the simplest tasks seem overwhelming, and the sadness is a constant

[AnnaFay-vjug]

Daily reminder,

Your neck is not a coat so don’t hang it

Your skin is not paper so don’t cut it

Your body is not a book so don’t judge it

Your heart is not a door so don’t lock it

Your hair is not a rope so don’t pull it

Your life is not a story so don’t end it

In case no one has told you yet
Im proud of you
I know it’s hard
I understand
Im here for you
It’s all going to be ok
I see how hard you try
I truly appreciate you
YOU DID SO GOOD!
Your getting better every day
Your not alone
I’ll stand with you forever ♾️
I won’t leave until your ready
You don’t have to be ready
Your safe
I won’t let go no matter what
You’ve come so far
Wow your really good at that!
Tell me more
I love you
I hope for you
I am extremely proud of you
I hope to see you succeed
I love to see you smile
I will listen

Accomplishments that may not seem like they’re hard to do but they are

1. Getting out of bed

2.brushing your teeth

3. Asking for help

4.going outside

5. Opining up

6. Eating food

7. Drinking water

8. Taking a shower or bath

9. Loving yourself

10. Standing up for yourself

11. Brushing your hair

12. Seeing things through

13. Being there for someone

14. Getting dressed

15. Not giving up

You are absolutely beautiful and it can be hard to see that in yourself but I promise it’s true

Eat the cake, there’s no use worrying about a bit of yummy dessert 🧁
Go treat yourself in any way possible
💆💇‍♀️🧖‍♀️

Don’t worry about what other people think why let them control your life when you could be out there expressing yourself

It’s never to late.

Here I bought you some flowers 💐

I made you fresh baked cookies 🍪

HAPPY BDAY 🥳I threw you a party 🎉 🎂🎈🎁🪩🪅

You can go home early today if you want 😊

Here 💵 I know it’s been hard lately hopefully this will help

Will you be my friend?👯‍♀️

Wow you look really good today!

Will you be my valentine? 💝🌹


Even in your darkest times there is someone who can help even if it seems like all hope is lost there is always a way out, when it’s dark find someone to be your light, when it’s cold reach out to find your blanket, never give up no matter how hard things may be, and always remember everything always gets better with time. There is a plan for everyone and even if things don’t work out how you imagined it doesn’t mean it’s a bad thing never stop believing and always stay kind you never may know how much simply smiling at someone or saying hi can impact there live always reach out and always be kind because you can never really know what someone is going through now go in joy your day or get a good nights sleep.

-An internet stranger simply trying to make your day at just a little bit better

[TsukiRawr]

Me: "I'm not depressed, I'm just clumsy and introverted."

[MichaelAftonCosplayer]

"OH mY gOD YoU ArE TOO YOunG FOR dEpressIon" this is why i hide it, i relate.
Edit: Goddamn I make one smartass comment and it gets repplied jeez

[Ann_Mellow]

I used to be the most bubbliest and outgoing person you would have ever met. during the pandemic i became isolated and lost all of my social skills. i'm trying to get them back

[Vaibhavi]

All depression goes away when you have someone to share who doesn't judge you and listen to you as per me it really helps and depression goes away but the main thing is not all has that special one❤😢

[Idk-vkfj]

I remember talking about my problems to my mother and all she said was “ you are just being lazy.”

[chadman]

I remember my mom when I was 14, one night I was reviewing for an exam and we were having a conversation about school and I said that my teacher said that I'm disciplined because I'm always doing good in school and doesn't do much social activities and always quiet, my teacher asked me if I'm pressured and I said kinda and my mom reacted saying that there is no such thing as pressured in grades and is only hands on is because I can do better, she also said that when I grow up I'll thank her for disciplining me like this. Now I'm 29 years old and a civil engineer, I thanked her for providing me with education but until this day I still haven't thanked her on how she raised me.

[zaiko]

Most people think that depression is just a phase and sadness but as a person who almost killed it self I can say that it's not.
One of the things that hurts most is because you have to say "I'm good" to everyone to not hear again and again that depression is "just sadness". Anyone has its own fellings, just respect it, don't try to say like you felt it or you know how would feel

[Whos_Aesthetic_magda]

My whole family tells me I’m lazy and should stop. The problem is it’s not laziness, it’s depression. I can’t stop.

[AL_XANDRIA]

I can agree with all these Symptoms. I just am tired, and I can never focus. Partly because of my ADHD, but I also have a lot of bad stuff in my life that led me to having depression.

[aggiesecretacc]

aint no way she just desribed my whole life in less than 60 seconds💀

[exospaceman]

18 year old here, sometimes when I tell my parents what I go through they just think I act like the generation of now, all they do is argue at me, talk to me an hour about the way of life and compare me with others. They think that pushing me too hard will make me successful in life and be like Elon Musk but the reality is it just makes me pressured too hard to a point I just can't take it. My family follows a culture of hard work and I understand that but when it's too much it is too much.

[Meka.....___]

Sometimes I just want to sit In my bed and never come out nor go outside.

[MaxGamerwastaken]

You know, you've made plenty of videos of "Signs of but what do we do if we match the signs? And don't just say "seek professional help, " because that option isn't always readily available. Especially for minors. I bet you're thinking "Plan B: Talk to someone close to you." What if they don't have such person? And not because they are isolating themselves, but because they genuinely have a hard time being social even without depression. I am in such situation. No close friends to talk to. No way to convince my parents for therapy or anything else related. Heck, it's been a thing for so long I wouldn't be surprised if they saw it as normal. My dad is always verbally aggressive. Once, it even got physical. One apology talk later, and absolutely nothing changed verbally. Doesn't help that my mom jokingly calls me Eeyore every time I end up complaining about something a little too much. I am in a terrible fucking situation, and I feel as if I have no way out. That I'm just sinking further into the water, waiting to finally drown.

Edit: This is an old post, but I'm still getting replies. I know you just want to help, but please, stop. I've gotten enough help, and thank you to all that helped me.

[nbeytef]

Idk if I'm depressed but I worry a lot, and it's really hard for me to social when my mind is full of anxiety

[justlyric-mujj]

People keep just calling me lazy but I always have to keep a smile

[madison_leah_clarke]

It sucks when my mom say get your lazy a** up but really it’s not laziness 😔