[S3E16] I'm too embarrassed to share this anywhere else that isn't this subreddit...

this was such an emotional experience for me, that as soon as I realized Cooper was going to wake up from his coma I paused my TV and took a shower. I've been in a depressive episode recently, and I'm at the point where I'm struggling with the will to even shower. Watching the show, and realizing that we were about to meet our beloved (my beloved, hehe) Special Agent Dale Cooper again -- AFTER SO LONG, well, I didn't want to be disgusting when we met again. I know how silly it sounds, but I paused The Return right then and there, went and got cleaned up for our man, and then came back to my tv ^{andproceededtobawlmyeyesout.}

Cooper finally being back has put a spring in my step. I love this goddamn show so much.

EDIT: Wow. Can I just say wow? (... Bob, wow!) I'm floored in the best possible way by the reaction of this community. I was so hesitant to share my post, but I'm glad I did! It's humbling to hear so many of your own personal experiences, comforting to know that I'm not alone, and truly bliss to be a part of this phenomena with you all. <3 I'm saddened to know that so many others here struggle with depression as well... but it brings me great joy that we have this show, and EVERYTHING that it is, as a shared candle in the dark (for those of us in it). Even if momentary, this is something so profound that I don't think it can be overstated enough.

I don't know any of you, but I love you all so much. If you're dealing with depression and haven't sought help, I strongly urge you to. I myself am in the care of a therapist and am waiting to see a psychiatrist. It's made all the difference in the world, and while I still struggle, I'm a lot better than where I would be if I weren't trying. So please, my friends, take care of yourselves as well. If you can't access services, talk to friends or family. Seek an outlet. At the very least, I'm here for you (yes, YOU). And most importantly, let's not forget... every day, once a day, give yourself a present. Don’t plan it. Don’t wait for it. Just let it happen. It really is the little things :)