Ayesha A. Siddiqi, who recently turned 30, has experienced a dramatic change in their life after starting to take an antidepressant a year ago.
Previously, the author struggled with severe depression for 10 years and dropped out of school. However, after starting the antidepressant, the author’s life improved significantly and they are now healthier, working on bigger projects, and having hobbies and friends. The author is now struggling with a sense of loss and regret for the years they spent feeling depressed and not seeking help sooner. The author feels like they wasted their twenties and wonders if they will ever be able to make up for a lost time. The advice given is that the author should focus on embracing the potential they have created for themselves by getting better and not dwell on hypothetical losses. The author’s life prioritizes their wellness and they should find satisfaction in their life now. The work they do does not define them and they should continue to do what they love with confidence.
Source: https://ayeshaasiddiqi.substack.com/p/advice-how-do-i-make-up-for-my-lost?ref=the-browser
