Living with depression can be an isolating and deeply disheartening experience, especially when accompanied by the persistent sensation of not belonging. It's like being trapped in a shadowy abyss, where every step feels heavier, and the world seems devoid of color and meaning. The weight of sadness bears down relentlessly, making it challenging to connect with others or find joy in things once enjoyed. A pervasive sense of alienation pervades, as if observing life through a thick fog, detached from the world's pulse. In social settings, the feeling of not fitting in intensifies, creating a constant inner struggle to find acceptance. Despite the efforts to belong, the mind remains a battleground of self-doubt and worthlessness. The quest for belonging becomes a poignant ache, a longing for a place of understanding and solace that seems ever elusive.