I found that with depression, one of the most important things that you could realize is that you’re not alone.

— Dwayne Johnson.

Countless people suffer with depression day in and day out, for many it feels like a battle that cannot be won. Sleepless nights, long days and every day struggles do little to help with this fight. Often times depression is seen as something that should not be spoken about; for this reason many of us suffer in silence. Without anyone to turn to we are left feeling vulnerable and alone. Depression has been described as feeling as if you are drowning while every person around you is breathing. Isolation can be one of the most damaging aspects of depression. Without contact with the outside world we force ourselves to take on this burden all alone. The simple act of reaching out to somebody, anyone close to you that will lend an ear will help more than one could possibly imagine. Human beings are social creatures by nature, depression attempts to rob us of that. Although every urge in your body is telling you to isolate and disassociate you must do just the opposite. Have lunch with a friend, go for a walk with them, even something as simple as a phone call will help one to know that they aren’t alone. I myself have wrestled with depression throughout most of my life, now as a young adult I find that I can help those of you that are suffering with these issues. It’s easier to talk with somebody that understands where you’re coming from, that has experienced the same hurt as you. Depression is especially prevalent in adults in their 20’s. The next time you feel as if you are facing insurmountable odds all alone, know that you aren’t facing them alone.