I'm glad you're finally living the dream, actually following a desire you've had. I do not participate in the free-write, but as you know, I'm a big supporter, because of what it gives others, such as you.
As to the rest of it, I hear you. Suffering from depression and knowing the limits of help one can give another firsthand doesn't make it any easier to try and support another loved one who shares the same affliction. If anything, it can be worse, because there is no false hope to tell us we could make a real difference.
Though we can. Like medication, we can help keep the other afloat. And no, it's not easy. Good luck, Byn.
Well... I wouldn't say I'm anywhere near living a dream... more like enjoying writing as an escape from the stresses of life :) So I guess in some ways it feels like a really really good thing and in other ways I wonder if I'm just avoiding reality. Either way, I'll take it for now, because it's what I have the energy for. I'm just hoping steem goes back up soon so I can at least feel like I'm contributing to finances without having to add a whole 'nother dynamic of stress into my life!
I really do appreciate those people who write and share their experiences because it helps me feel less alone.