I feel like Im depressed because I dont have what others have, not in material things, but things like friends, girlfriend, nice job, etc. But even when I get a good grade on an exam or hang out with a friend , I still feel upset because I feel I should be getting more out of life. But would that even make me completely happy? Im not exactly sure.


The past few years, all I wanted was to get into college and graduate. Ive done okay in some classes and will maybe graduate in 1.5 years. But there's still other things like wondering about finding a good job, meeting people/friends, maybe having a family some day.


I feel like my life is not 'complete' and that parts are missing, but I wonder how I will feel if I had these 'things' that are missing. Would I still feel depressed over something else?


Anyone else feel this way? I hope it wasnt too confusing to read.

Hi Matt1,

I just joined the site, but I can feel where you are coming from. For me, I replace my feelings/sadness with being incredibly busy....I figured if you don't have time to dwell on the bad, everything is "OK". I've graduated college, got a job and been very successful by the worldly standards. I've been blessed to say the very least. Depsite this, I'm still not happy. It's great to have goals in life to reach, but don't bypass everything to reach them. Life is too short! I'm sure you will end up graduating, getting a job and will find someone to be your rock, the key is to try and find happiness BEFORE these things are revealed.

Just my $.02

I know where your coming from. I don't have everything. Even though I got a wonderful husband, home, pets but I don't have any friends and a job. I didn't graduate from high school only got to Year 11 and dropped out.

Another words your feelings are normal!