You will get through this 🩷
Some people, especially if coming off of drugs or alcohol are prone more to depression during this time. Due to the sudden loss of dopamine and other feel good chemicals from our bodies. It is very normal. Especially if you're prone to feelings of depression prior to abstaining from substances. This is why during the detox process and early rehab, facilities correlate a psychiatric appointment as well as the groups and therapists etc. If our bodies are too depleted of these chemicals, it can be difficult to " bounce back" without the help of an antidepressant or similar medication. Therapy combined w medication is significantly higher at successfully treating depression and related mental health struggles. If you are able to get past the stigma which some people get caught up on, it can be very beneficial. Medications as such are generally not prescribed to be used long term, but rather to get you through the rough parts until your own body chemistry can start to regulate itself, at which time you can discuss again w a Dr. to potentially stop taking them. I hope this helps, give yourself the best shot at this that you can. There is a very good reason why these suggestions and or processes are all in place. Because they do work if done correctly.
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Depression really sucks the will out of us, and personally I get to future tripping and thinking nothing will ever get better. You’re not blind, you’re depressed. Chemically, it’s almost impossible at times to see the good. I’ve been doing gratitude lists and it helps a lot for me. I’m here to chat if you need someone girl!
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This too shall pass...
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Depression is a natural response to to early recovery as the ‘fix’ to become numb or feel isn’t there anymore. Focusing on movement, volunteerism, gratitude lists and step work can help as you acclimate to learning how to do things sober and clean. Eventually meditation and breath work and working those slogans will become easier. You may yet experience a pink cloud but a good sponsor and group of recovery friends to go to the movies, game night or something with helps.
You can’t succeed at recovery without a higher power work on that and recovery will get easier try guided meditation and pray. Before I could pray I had the serenity pray I stood on that daily on my recovery. Good luck
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Go see your doctor. Be honest. Tell him/her everything. Ask what’s the best way for you to get sober. You may need medication or medical detox. The doctor can also help you find a place to go. In the meantime get to meetings. They’ll help take your mind off you.
Keep it Simple. Breathe. We’re here to listen
I have depression as well. I have found that working with other addicts is a great way to improve my overall health. Talking on the phone with people or on video changes the game.
" Remember, that the light at the end of the tunnel just may be you..." ,--
that is a line from the Aerosmith song called, ' BLIND MAN ' it is about Steven Tyler's experience in Alcoholic's Anonymous
I was sad, lonely , and depressed because I drink and used substances,
- and I used substances and drink because I was depressed ,sad ,and lonely
I remember the first time I realized what step one was talking about and that I could never ever ever used any substance for alcohol in any form; and that made me so depressed, realizing that I was different from other people in that respect.
I know why I am an addict and an alcoholic, it's because once I start I cannot stop on my own --
I become powerless
It took a long time for me to truly accept the simple fact of my life --
I tried everything to moderate and control and even AA / NA meetings, and then also with the help of other people ; but none of that ever truly lasted for worked until I asked God for help.
In the AA literature, from Chapter 5 of The Big Book, -
" How It Works" of which a portion is read before every AA meeting , and in there it says --
..."Many of us exclaimed,'What an order - I can't go through with it !....
and also ,"without helping is too much for us...."
..."but there is One who has all power, that one is God - May you find Him now ! "
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There is nothing wrong with you. You are truly changing an that can be completely uncomfortable @ times. Thyss too shall pass. You are worth it
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Hold on to the light in your life
I look at the sky, trees
Whatever you love
GOD helps me through mostly
Anything good helps 
Stay positive
Ive been challenged with depression my whole life.
You have to fight the depression by forcing yourself to exercise and I like yoga, hiking, go for a walk, go with good friends, get into other things, maybe a creative outlet.
Always remember to love yourself and be kind to yourself and forgive yourself, don't be hard on yourself.
Lots of love
I future trip too and it’s so hard not to
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Good luck in your journey. I dont know much about depression, but i hope you get the help you need.
Just remember to be patient and kind to yourself! These uncharted waters can feel crazy in the first months, but you are absolutely worth it, and like everyone else said above, you will get through this. This too shall pass.
There is nothing fundamentally wrong with you. A lot of us experience it. But I’ve noticed it most people mask it so the majority of us feel like there’s something wrong with us or alone all the time. I’ve struggled with anxiety and depression. Since I can remember I think it’s part of the human condition. Exercise some light and diet do help some and of course, having people to understand you helps as well. I get a lot of happiness for myself out of helping others. Don’t give up just hold on to the good days when you have them.