u/Artictrot

I understand her depression and constantly make it clear to her that I understand what she's going through. Early today she said that she has no autonomy because she doesn't like doing anything. Admittedly I took it a bit personally, I got scared that she didn't actually want to date me when I asked her out and acted on that and I apologised. I constantly tell her whenever she's down that I'm there for her as support. But I understand that I can't cure her depression. Im no mental health professional. I stated earlier that the only thing I expect from her is for her to want to help herself. It feels like she doesn't want to help herself. She knows she's depressed and is constantly worried about being too negative but she also doesn't trust therapists at all. I want to be there for her but I dont want to date someone long term who doesn't want to help herself. Dont want any codependentcy in our relationship. She's really sweet and I can tell she's an amazing person. I just dont feel like I can handle this long term if she's doesn't seek progressional help

I dont know how to get through to her that she needs to want to help herself.

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u/Artictrot — 9 days ago