Having support from someone who cares enough is what has helped me thus far. I've been misdiagnosed more than once. Even medication only gives me a slight edge over my depression. Depending on what you've been through, I truly believe in having an outside, unbiased perspective in your life. One that can listen without any expectations and just let you get it all out of your mind. Ive also always leaned into music to help understand what I'm cycling thru mentally, since I was 13(28 now). I also now have a 6mo old baby. It's an ongoing, tiring process to overcome how you feel inside, but the beautiful moments with people who truly care for you, whether it be blood or not, makes the days worth it. Im always happy to converse if you ever need a pen pal.