Have had a day when I really didn't want to do anything,have only managed to have a shower, feeling guilty, does anyone else have days like that, feeling depressed & sad

I belong to various COPD groups on social media and I'm often moved by personal experiences of how the disease can affect ones mental health and daily life. A woman recently explained how she felt. She said COPD goes on and on and leaves you feeling lonely in the prison of your mind. I understand exactly how she felt. I sometimes felt that way in the early years after diagnosis. During bad days I still sometimes feel that way. COPD can rob a person of a normal active life that everyone needs to stay physically and mentally healthy. Ordinary things that others take for granted suddenly require huge effort. Hobbies and interests that would have kept body and mind occupied are out of reach. You feel trapped and alone in the prison of your mind where your attention is on catching the next breath. It's not surprising if your thoughts turn dark as you wish yet fear that the end would come; sooner rather than later. The reality for many is the misery can be overwhelming, the suffering may have no let up but Like it or not as COPD progresses you will sometimes find yourself locked in the prison of your mind. The question is What can you do about it? We would like to hear how you cope with this. Please leave a comment.