Do I need to pretend to be confident, charming and normal in social situations?
I've got chronic depression so I've got quite a low mood a lot of the time and I'm of the assumption that people like me aren't too appealing socially. Occasionally I try feign happiness, seem normal and what-not but I'm not sure if I should bother, most of the time I struggle to see a point. Another problem I have is not knowing when I can stop pretending with people or if I should stop.
>>17107987
Fake it til you make it.
>>17108032
Do I need to fake everything or are there exceptions?
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>>17108164
Yep. Anytime anyone asks how you are doing you sound chipper and don't sour the mood.
>>17107987
That's entirely up to you anon. Personally speaking I only pretended to be happy for my family in such situations, but showed my depression everywhere else when I was afflicted.
>Hope that helps
>>17107987
EVERYBODY puts on a happy face around others - it's just a normal part of social interaction. Don't think it makes you weird.
And, no, it doesn't have to be all the time. But save your glum moods for friends you trust.
And consider this:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGS029Peq7k
>>17108169
Alright, I'll try persist and keep things in check. Thanks.
>>17108165
Agreed.
>>17108188
How did that work out for you?
>>17108193
I didn't realise everyone did it, I'll make sure to keep that in mind. Thank you.
>>17108219
Well Id say. My family never suspected anything, and people usually didn't bat an eye at my depressed demeanor. After a while I overcame it and it all turned out okay. That all being said if you think you need it turn too professional help.
