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I'm not really sure what you're trying to say here...

Often, when people are going through a bout with a mood disorder, people who have never suffered from mood disorders will say things like 'buck up' or 'get over it'. Nobody would ever tell a cancer patient to 'buck up' or 'get over it'. But, people think it's acceptable to tell people with mood disorders to just get over them.

Mental illness is very real and trying to put on a happy face and ignore the problems is both dangerous and irresponsible. If the OP is ill, he really should pursue treatment.



Even if he seeks out professional help (I believe everyone with mental health issues should get professional help), he's still going to ultimately have to do a lot of work on himself. This is the reality he needs to adjust to if he is actually serious about getting better.




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