mental illness

2020 has not been a good year for people who already suffer from depression and anxiety. Imagine feeling worried and alone your whole life and then a literal plague hits. Not cool. Others might be experiencing dark feelings and moods swings for the first time because of the state of the world, and we totally get it. We've got a big bunch of painfully relatable memes and tweets about living with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and general misery. If you've ever been stuck in a dark, mental rut, then these memes will surely resonate with you.

Aren't you glad that we live in an age where going to therapy isn't something to be ashamed of anymore? In fact, we'll go out on a limb and say that most people could get some sort of benefit from seeing a therapist, even if you feel you're "normal." What the hell does "normal" mean, anyway?

If you're feeling like your mental health has declined over the last year, you're not alone. 2020 really made for the magnification of depression and anxiety, and definitely brought out the afflictions in people who had previously been keeping it together. The collective trauma of this period is not something to be downplayed, but there is something to be said for laughing through the pain and relating to one another via the Internet. These memes, which may leave some people feelingpersonally attacked, are just one way to make light of and connect over our shitty shitty brains and circumstances. Here's to keepin' on keepin' it together. 

Life isn't always butterflies and rainbows. Sometimes it's sh*t and even more sh*t. If you're the sort of dark soul who is at peace with their deep-rooted pessimism and angst, then these tongue-in-cheek depression memes might hit the spot. Maybe it's toxic of us, but sometimes we like to lean into the gloom with the help of dark humor and painfully relatable memes. 

If you suffer from some sort of anxiety disorder then you'll almost certainly be able to relate to these memes. Always remember that you're certainly not alone in your struggle, but if you find that your constant worrying is affecting your quality of life, then we'd urge you to seek out professional help. 

Check out eBaum's World for a roundup of relatable depression memes.

Sometimes one of those really bad days comes along and pulls you so deep into crippling misery that even just a hint of shallow positivity makes you feel even worse. When we're in this kind of rut, we turn to bleakly relatable memes about how much life sucks. Sure, maybe these negative memes don't make us feel any better, but they sure validate our attitude toward this dismal existence. If you're in the mood to lean into the despair with memes full of dark jokes, this is the collection for you. 

Holiday cheer? Psssh, make way for seasonal depression and the inevitable damp and dreariness of winter. These memes are perfect for anyone who's sick of the fake happiness that everyone seems to display at this time of year. But the holidays are almost over, which means it's back to being our true, sad Millennial selves again. Yippee...

Everybody has bad days sometimes, some worse than others. If you're going through a tough time right now, it's important that you reach out and talk to someone, but first and foremost we can only hope that these relatable memes will at least help you feel a little more understood!

Oh god, it's here. Sluggishness and fatigue. Difficulty focusing. Oversleeping. Fluctuations in weight. Losing interest in activities you once enjoyed. Constant darkness. Longing for the sun. Yes, we're talking about seasonal depression. People who live farther up in the northern hemisphere are more impacted by the effects of the approaching winter solstice (lucky you, Mexico), but that doesn't mean you won't be able to relate to these memes if you live in Florida. I'm sure Floridians understand regular depression quite well. 

Whether you're feeling S.A.D. because you miss the sun, or you need something entertaining to distract you from the normal depression, these are the memes for you. 

The internet, and especially memes, have done wonders for demystifying and destigmatizing mental health issues, especially depression. While many people see memes as a frivolous or purely comedic outlet, the truth is that they both clue people in to the true nature of the illness, and remind those who suffer that they're anything but alone. Here are some memes that do just that.

It's officially fall and the days are getting shorter. As we brace ourselves for seasonal depression, it's time to give a shout out to our non-seasonal neuroses. You know, the "regular" depression, our anxiety, feelings of worthlessness. Our crippling lack of motivation, and our weakness against procrastination. Things might be about to get worse, but at least we can pat ourselves on the back for our consistency.

If you have ADHD, then you'll understand the struggle of trying to stay focused on a boring task. We curated these memes just for you, and we hope they're entertaining enough to keep you focused! Check out even more here!

Being locked in your own home for months at a time can really f*ck with your mental health. It's not surprising then that many of us have been feeling more depressed than normal. If you're really going through it then there's no shame in seeking out a therapist. And just remember, this won't last forever! Check out some more mental health memes here!

We all get a little down sometimes, and that's okay. What isn't okay, however, is when you find yourself feeling a little down for weeks or months at a time. At that point it's important to seek out help. We encourage it, but in the mean time we hope these memes can comfort you at least a little bit.

We're all dealing with a lot of sh*t right now, some more than others. We can't act as your therapist, but we can bring you some relatable content. So while you try to find an actual licensed mental health professional, please take these memes as our offering to you during these trying times.

If you're struggling right now in these times of quarantine, just know that you're definitely not alone. Being isolated for months at a time can really take a toll on our mental health as it forces buried thoughts and emotions back up to the surface. We hope the following memes can help you feel a little more understood, and just remember: life will eventually go back to normal.