I saw a Psychiatrist today for the first time in my life and I couldn't stop crying while I poured my heart out explaining my situation. They diagnosed me with depression and anxiety. Im taking a hiatus from my occupation while I resolve this mental strain because it was really hindering me from thinking productively. The psychiatrist said to always be active and keep yourself busy. I already gym 6 days a week what else can I do to keep myself busy in this time of resolution. BTW I have no friends. I also quit all forms of drugs/alcohol even tobacco.
>>18714705
>hiatus from occupation
How? How the hell can people afford to do this?
>>18714743
He did say he stopped drinking and smoking.
>>18714754
So? I get that they're expensive, but so is fucking rent. I don't drink or smoke, and as much as I would LOVE to take a "hiatus" from work, I'd also be taking a hiatus from having an apartment.
>>18714743
Some countries have paid dick leave, which can cover mental health. Of just have some fucking savings, you should always have an emergency buffer that will see you through six months anon.
>>18714759
>not having at least 500 grand stashed away
poorfag detected
>>18714917
I lost my emergency buffer when I had an emergency and now my buffer is $20. The worst part is that my buffer didn't even cover the major work that still needs to be done.
America has too much freedom to have sick leave for mental health, especially in the shitty, stressful jobs that make people need mental health.
As soon as I realized depression doesn't actually mean being a moping husl 24/7 I realized I had it too. Haven't cried in about 10 or so years though.