Anyone have any success stories with dating while suffering from long term major depression and anxiety as a man specifically?
I’ve had very serious anxiety and depression since around 12. I’m in my 30s now. It’s never went away. I’ve always had the mindset that I’ll be smart and “work on myself” before dating. Problem is, despite decades of self help and trying countless things including but not limited to medication, it’s about as bad as it’s ever been. Although I’m still looking for ways to be healthier, I see no rational reason to think it’ll be significantly better in the near future. Yet, I have an unshakable desire to date and feel companionship. Problem is obviously, depression makes every day task about 100x more difficult and dating about a million times more painful, especially as a male. Are there any men here who can share success stories who honestly have what you would consider chronic depression and anxiety and found a woman who cares for and accepts you? Or is this just an unreal dream?
I’m at another stage in life where I’m preparing myself to put myself out there and try again. I genuinely don’t know how realistic it is at this point. I would really like to hear from men in this situation who have found a genuine life partner, if there are any such stories.