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There is a popular saying that goes, "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade." Well, like many other things, that is often easier said than done. In fact, sometimes, life gives you so many lemons that you feel crushed by their sheer weight alone.

It can be hard sometimes fighting a battle on multiple fronts. It can be hard keeping your thoughts and emotions in control. It can be hard, feeling that there might be no end to your worries.

There will be times when you have dark thoughts and those will be the toughest times you'll ever face. Even hearing yourself think in those moments will scare you more than any horror movie ever could.

But you know what? There is no shame in feeling overwhelmed, sad, or even depressed. We are only humans after all. The most messed up thing about all this is to actually feel bad about how you're feeling. It's messed up to feel as if you're letting other people down by being depressed.

# But It's Okay!!
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The truth of the matter is that you don't have to be brave all the time. You don't have to be an example or an inspiration for others all the time. You are allowed to break down. You are allowed to cry and heal.

Of course, nobody wants to feel this way. Nobody wants to feel as if their heart will blast through their chest or that their mind will explode. Nobody wants to swim in the darkness for too long.

But this is life. And shit happens. It's a fact and there is no use living in denial. So, instead of pretending that you're fine or feeling bad about being depressed, you should accept that you're not okay. Often, this is the first step to healing.

If you have loved ones around you, and they really care for you, they will be there to help you out of your darkness. If not, be strong and do it yourself. Give yourself time. The deeper the pain, the longer it will take.

But, keep the hope alive that one day you will smile. A real smile and not the fake one that you have been holding for too long. One day, the sun will shine and the darkness will disappear.