People with high-functioning depression have a leniency towards perfection, and often don’t rest until that standard is met.

“Who cares if you don’t have your first kiss until you’re 21? Stop putting so much pressure on yourself in life and in school. Take it easy, kiddo.”

Depression will not stay with you forever.

We have to make ourselves happy. Life is tough. But so are you.

You wonder if you can reach out. But you figure he’s in a better place now-best to leave it untouched. Best not to bother anyone.

You will know how to greet that old friend but still insist on saying your goodbyes, because you are too brave to let this sadness defeat you or overstay.

Don’t worry, I see you.

One day you possessed such resilience but then it happened. You blinked and there was a switch. 

If you continuously drag yourself out of bed in the morning in complete zombie mode, it may be time to get some help.

You are laughing at someone who chose to leave everyone they love because of the people who lack empathy and are just plain assholes — like you.