Yes, you’ve probably heard it so many times that depression needs treatment. How about inviting your depression on a date to watch a comedy or to eat an ice cream? Reveal to your sweetheart how much you appreciate learning from her and that she is or he is (you name it) the Teacher of your life (don’t tell the pain of your life). By the way, yes, ask the name or assign one. Then reveal to your depression that you fell in love with her at a very first sight, perhaps a long time ago.
Since she is still chooses to live with you (indeed it’s so faithful), surprise her that it is on your terms and conditions now. No babysitting for her, no medical bills, no drama or emergencies; then she can definitely stay; otherwise she can rent somebody else mental house. Your rules for her are simply to obey and comply. Now happiness, self-worth and health are ringing the bell, because the value of your mental energy is precious and you expect to gain big dividends. Explain that now days we are not in a season for moody blues entertainments, dramas, or bipolar manic episodes anymore.
Still you are a very caring of her and so mindful to consider conversion therapy, if needed, from her moody blues to happy and sunny yellow. Just in case, ask if she may prefer to be neglected, rejected, or abandoned (we are definitely against any form of abuse) or maybe she wants to free herself on her own, or take a job, vacation, or meditation? Offer your beloved one many hugs and kisses and tell her how sweet she is in a happy yellow instead of dark blues, and how much you love her despite of her past temper tantrums.
Express appreciation for walking the distance together and for working on your better self. Be grateful that she inspired you to rediscover your real desires, your wants, and strengths, but mostly to recognize and appreciate the rainbow colors of your Unique, Authentic, and True Self.