> I could have gone on to the lake today with everyone from the office
> to test drive our new boats. Being depressed and having to spend time
> with people that have rubbing me the wrong way made me feel like I
> wouldn't have much fun. Plus I didn't want my mood to be a party
> killer.
Yeah, I would have skipped it, too. But see if you can find some
people, preferably close friends or family, to just go sit with. Watch
the Olympics. Or not, if you're not into that kinda thing. But see
what being around people does for your mood.
> Is anyone else an expert at disguising their depression? I can be in
> the darkest of depression but nobody can tell because I can pretend to
> be perfectly happy. I'll feel horrible inside and look in the mirror
> and think I look as happy as can be.
Yep. One of the hardest things for me to unlearn, in fact. Those who
know me very well can tell, anyway, but I can be the life of the party
while falling apart inside.
There are circumstances where it makes sense to hide emotions. Client
meetings, trials, talking to the policeman who just pulled you over.
In general, though, I think it's healthier to let people know what
you're feeling.
--Ben
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