Guy With Depression Shares The Hidden Messages His GF Leaves For Him, And 292k People Love Them
Some people go above and beyond the call of duty for their loved ones. Case in point, Twitter user AshciR recently posted online an endearing story about how his significant other leaves him warm, fun and quirky love notes all around the house to help him fight against his Seasonal depression. Now that’s true love!
AshciR’s incredible story touched a lot of internet users’ hearts and it went viral. It racked up over nearly 50,000 retweets and got more than 292,200 likes on Twitter. That’s honestly more than I could count to. Make sure you’re not eating or drinking anything while scrolling down because these funny notes will make you awww and chuckle. They sure made me smile. Make sure to scroll down for Bored Panda’s interview with Dr. Erin Michalak from the University of British Columbia.
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One Twitter user, who suffers from seasonal depression, shared that his girlfriend leaves him cute messages around the house
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His girlfriend is very kind-hearted and has a good sense of humor
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I believe many of us would agree that the Twitter user’s girlfriend is kind-hearted, and an example of what all people should aspire to grow up to be. It’s very clear that they’re both in a really good relationship from such cute notes like “Sweet dreams, my baby. I love you. You’re amazing. You’re the best boyfriend, person, best friend a girl could ever have.” It’s also obvious that she has a great sense of humor. Case in point, her message that says “I love when you poop.” I laughed as though I were back in sixth grade.
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Anyone in a long term relationship or with loved ones who suffer from depression — any type of depression — can tell you that it’s nothing to scoff at. Support means everything. Seasonal depression or seasonal affective disorder (aptly shortened to SAD) is also known as the winter blues. Mental Health America explains that SAD is a “subtype of depression or bipolar disorder that occurs and ends around the same time every year.” While SAD mostly starts in autumn, there are cases when people don’t stop feeling depressed even in spring or summer.
Around 1 in 20 people living in the United States experience seasonal depression; and around 80% of those affected by SAD are women. This type of depression occurs when you get very little sunlight. Naturally, what can help is getting more sunlight or signing up for bright light therapy. In some cases, antidepressants can also help, but this step must be discussed with your doctor. And we’re pretty sure that getting lots of love, support, and cute notes can help as well.
People were amazed by how strong the couple’s relationship is
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Professor Erin Michalak from the Department of Psychiatry at the University of British Columbia told Bored Panda more about Seasonal Affective Disorder in an interview.
“Many people may feel mildly down during the winter months, but Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, describes people who experience clinical depression only during the fall/winter seasons. One of the main causes is lack of exposure to sunlight during the winter months — we know from research that light has a biological effect on neurotransmitters in the brain. People with SAD may also have disturbances in their brain’s “biological clock” that controls mood, sleep and hormones — this clock can get “delayed” in the winter months. The good news is that SAD is a high treatment condition, either through light therapy (a safe and easy-to-use medical treatment), medications, or a combination of both — and a good dose of self-care will help manage the symptoms too.”
Dr. Michalak also explained that “SAD appears to be more common the more north you live. Generally speaking, about 1-3% of people in more northern countries will experience SAD, but up to 15% of people will describe having the “winter blues” — winter symptoms similar to SAD, but not clinical depression. In some ways, SAD might be less stigmatized by society than other forms of depression because it’s viewed as having a clear biological cause. But on the other hand, there’s also the risk of underplaying the potential severity of the condition.”
Furthermore, the professor said that “depression, regardless of whether it’s seasonal or non-seasonal, holds the potential to erode and damage relationships. One of the hallmarks of SAD is that the person’s symptoms of depression remit during the spring and summer months.”
“Without treatment, many people with SAD can expect to often (but not always) experience clinical depression or significant lowering of mood during the winter. But the predictability of SAD also offers you and your family the opportunity to plan in advance for when your relationships will need some extra TLC,” Dr. Michalak said. “It helps to remember that, for many people, SAD represents a form of clinical depression. It’s not a personal flaw or weakness. Self-care and treatment strategies for depression are most effective when they are supported and reinforced by the person’s loved ones and social support network. And people supporting people with depression should always remember their own self-care!”
My twin sons were about 8 years old and said they needed to use the printer for a project. Is as watching a. Iced and didn't pay much attention, I assumed they meant a school project. Go up to bed and start finding tiny little pictures of random Pokémon all over my bedroom. I found one in the laundry chute which I'd like to think is still there though we've moved. I found many of them weeks later like under the bed on the frame, in my closet, in the drawer of my nightstand. It made me laugh for weeks. I think they printed out over 100 images. Lol. They were everywhere!
I love that! I can imagine having a horrible day or feeling down and coming across one of those little treasures...instant smile on my face!
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That is so sweet but has a bad side to it. I remember my ex did the same thing when she went see me while I was working in another country, hidding little notes all around the house I was living in. Every time I found one it would warm my heart, and make me say thanks for having someone so special in my life. Unfortunally it didn't last, and a year later I found a couple of those notes (one inside a hat, and another that at the time made its way into a book I forgot). It hit me hard when I saw them, and made me think were it all went wrong.
He kept saying "since she left". Did she leave him? or go on a trip? I hope they didn't break up. I've never seen such an amazing relationship.
In a ME FIRST world of TV talk-show social abuse. this kind of affection and thoughtfulness seems rare and it's heartwarming to see!
While me and my hubby were dating I suffered from a bipolar disorder (it is a type of depression), which caused me to have horrible mood swings and lash out, out of nowhere. My hubby would deal with this all the time. He would sit me down and sing to me on the couch every time this would happen. He's so good and I couldn't ever ask for a better man. We've been married for 26 years and I've never had depression ever since we got married! Praise god for him!
This is heart warming and amazing. I use to do this for my wife, think I'll start doing it again. Beautiful inspiration... Beautiful people. Thanks
This is a woman who cares for you and knows how to keep you sane and well., as i said, marry her
I used to do the little notes thing for my husband all the time. Random notes stuck in his socks, his work pants pockets, his boxers, random shirt pockets etc etc. It would take weeks for him to find them all. Some had "Thank you for working hard to take care of this family. I love you"...others a joke....or a coupon for a kiss, sexy time or foot massage later. He didn't appreciate it (me) and treated me badly. I left his a$$. Best thing I ever did. I'll save my love for someone who truly appreciates it and loves me back ❤️😘😘 respect and treasure this lady my man! She's a keeper!
I have schizophrenia and my bf always reminds me to take my medicine, take care of myself and get sleep. And on the bad days he just holds me kisses me and tells me he loves me. When someone is so full of good (god) its amazing even as the negative (demons) plague us.
This is so sweet and it is a wonderful idea for any couple, of any age.
Yes!... who unleashes those??.. I'm really curious now....
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Very sweet and considerate. It is always nice to think someone is thinking of you and understands you.
Do some research before you make comments like that, djeez. It's actually a DSM identified mental disorder, think those researchers know a bit more than you do.
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My twin sons were about 8 years old and said they needed to use the printer for a project. Is as watching a. Iced and didn't pay much attention, I assumed they meant a school project. Go up to bed and start finding tiny little pictures of random Pokémon all over my bedroom. I found one in the laundry chute which I'd like to think is still there though we've moved. I found many of them weeks later like under the bed on the frame, in my closet, in the drawer of my nightstand. It made me laugh for weeks. I think they printed out over 100 images. Lol. They were everywhere!
I love that! I can imagine having a horrible day or feeling down and coming across one of those little treasures...instant smile on my face!
Load More Replies... That is so sweet but has a bad side to it. I remember my ex did the same thing when she went see me while I was working in another country, hidding little notes all around the house I was living in. Every time I found one it would warm my heart, and make me say thanks for having someone so special in my life. Unfortunally it didn't last, and a year later I found a couple of those notes (one inside a hat, and another that at the time made its way into a book I forgot). It hit me hard when I saw them, and made me think were it all went wrong.
He kept saying "since she left". Did she leave him? or go on a trip? I hope they didn't break up. I've never seen such an amazing relationship.
In a ME FIRST world of TV talk-show social abuse. this kind of affection and thoughtfulness seems rare and it's heartwarming to see!
While me and my hubby were dating I suffered from a bipolar disorder (it is a type of depression), which caused me to have horrible mood swings and lash out, out of nowhere. My hubby would deal with this all the time. He would sit me down and sing to me on the couch every time this would happen. He's so good and I couldn't ever ask for a better man. We've been married for 26 years and I've never had depression ever since we got married! Praise god for him!
This is heart warming and amazing. I use to do this for my wife, think I'll start doing it again. Beautiful inspiration... Beautiful people. Thanks
This is a woman who cares for you and knows how to keep you sane and well., as i said, marry her
I used to do the little notes thing for my husband all the time. Random notes stuck in his socks, his work pants pockets, his boxers, random shirt pockets etc etc. It would take weeks for him to find them all. Some had "Thank you for working hard to take care of this family. I love you"...others a joke....or a coupon for a kiss, sexy time or foot massage later. He didn't appreciate it (me) and treated me badly. I left his a$$. Best thing I ever did. I'll save my love for someone who truly appreciates it and loves me back ❤️😘😘 respect and treasure this lady my man! She's a keeper!
I have schizophrenia and my bf always reminds me to take my medicine, take care of myself and get sleep. And on the bad days he just holds me kisses me and tells me he loves me. When someone is so full of good (god) its amazing even as the negative (demons) plague us.
This is so sweet and it is a wonderful idea for any couple, of any age.
Yes!... who unleashes those??.. I'm really curious now....
Load More Replies... Very sweet and considerate. It is always nice to think someone is thinking of you and understands you.
Do some research before you make comments like that, djeez. It's actually a DSM identified mental disorder, think those researchers know a bit more than you do.
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