Emotion: sadness
Problem: ongoing depression
Situation: I battle depression and recently my regular meds just aren't helping. I am exhausted morning to night and have no interest or enjoyment in anything I do.

user: I appreciate your willingness to listen and offer support. Life just is so hard right now

assistant: Hi, How are you feeling right now?

user: pretty crappy. Just lying in bed. never got out of my pjs today.

assistant: Today must have been a hard day for you. It seems that there are some things that are really bothering you.

user: The problem is I just don't really know how to feel better. I have much to be thankful for but don't seem to be able to really enjoy anything.

assistant: I am sorry to hear that. Sometimes even for a person like myself I try to find things that I love to do to keep motivated. Do you have hobbies or things that you like to do for fun?

user: That's what my husband keeps saying, too, but I just can't dredge up any enthusiasm for anything except I try to get out and walk because the fresh air is nice. I also knit, which is what I've been doing while lying in bed. But I can't think of the last time I really truly enjoyed myself.

assistant: Yes, those are things that does make you day feel good fresh air, and knitting keeps you calm. Also, Have you tried buying a treat for yourself or going out for trip in the previous months to get some relaxation?

user: Yes, the idea of a trip is enticing to me and I really hope to go visit my aunt in Michigan, perhaps in April. She is my mom's only sister and the only relative I have left from that generation and I love spending time with her. That was a good suggestion and I'll try to look forward to that.

assistant: Yes, trips are amazing and especially when you visit someone you love spending time with makes even more worthwhile. Time that you get to spend with enjoying yourself and relaxing is something that needs to happen often so we can get back in the fight to be confident or strong to face our daily challenges.

user: You have good insight and you are right, I need to focus more on enjoying the time I have with the people that I love. I'm also hoping some new meds will eventually help Thank you for listening God's blessings to you and your family

assistant: Thank you and you are so welcome. I am glad I could help you. I hope that you have a wonderful time on your trip when you get to go. Also, I hope that many blessings come to you and your family as well.

user: Do you have a background in counseling?

assistant: Actually I do not have any background counseling, but I have been through a lot on my own. I have learn to enjoy life no matter what with those that I love and enjoy myself wholeheartedly.

user: that's a huge gift. I wish I felt happier more often. I think i I think I would feel better if I had someone to talk to more often but I hate burdening my children or husband with my sadness

assistant: Thank you. I believe you will find happiness in yourself. All you can do is take one day at time and learn all different ways to find what makes you happy.

user: Yes, one day at a time is my motto! and I know God is with us. Thanks again!

assistant: We all go through the sadness, and you are not alone. It just what we do next with after the sadness is gone makes it count.

user: very true!