If you’ve been avoiding calls, skipping plans, or feeling distant even around loved ones — it might be time to check in with yourself.
Reflect on emotional distance
Depression doesn’t always look like sadness — sometimes it feels like isolation. You might find yourself withdrawing from people you care about, not out of choice, but because connection feels exhausting or meaningless. These patterns can develop slowly, becoming part of your routine before you realize it. A self-assessment can’t provide a diagnosis, but it may help you notice emotional patterns and consider whether something deeper is going on. Taking time to reflect may be a helpful way to reconnect with what you’re feeling — and what you might need.