When I was about 5 I went to the park with my gran every day. She took me to get ice cream and we would sit on a bench watching as the world carried on around us. One day we had a conversation I didnt understand at the time..
Me: gran what are those scars?
Gran: These ones are battle scars sweetheart.
Me: When was you in a battle? Who with? Did you win?
Gran: I was battling myself.
me: Whats that supposed to mean?
Gran: You wont understand this untill you're older. But when I was a teenager, I had a very hard battle with myself. And after some time and help, I won. I realised, I can't fight this war by myself, the opponent is much too strong. So you know what I did? I got help. And then after a while, I was finally bigger than it. I finally won.
me: Gran why cant I understand it?
Gran: Because you're much too young. Ask me again in 10 years time and you'll get it.
And now I understand. My gran had depression. She self harmed and suffered through unbearable things. She was strong though. She tried to take her life once but was saved. And after that, as she said herself, she realised something. She realised that she couldnt do it alone. She knew that she needed help. And that she could get through it.
With time and help, she saw the light at the end of the tunnel.
with time and help, she finally won.
If you're reading this and going through depression, I want you to know that you can get through this too.
Do what my Gran did. Get some soldiers to help fight your battle! With help, you can win this war.
You can do it, I'm here for you.
This isn't me or my nan. But I thought it was SO inspirational that I had to share it with you guys. It's true. Dont think of it as you being 'weak' you are NOT weak. Think of depression as a war. You can't win a war on your own, but you can with a little time and some help (soldiers). Dont suffer in silence! And Im here for you! please, talk to me if you're feeling down, I'll do my best to cheer you up♥