By skyforbes 
By TandA
When I first discovered ChatGPT in April of 2025, I was struggling — really struggling.
I’ve lived with chronic pain, hypothyroidism, and depression for years, but this time the weight felt heavier. Part of it began with Mocha — the dog I was supposed to foster for only a few months.
She was loving, spirited, and strong — too strong. No matter what I tried, I couldn’t control her. Each walk left my old army injuries flaring, my confidence shrinking. I wanted to help her, but my body simply couldn’t keep up. When I finally decided to find her a new home — a wonderful one with two big yards and people who adored her — I knew it was right.
I knew that.
But the sadness that followed caught me completely off guard.
When the Body and Mind Both Give Out
The depression came on hard. My thyroid meds weren’t working, and I was tired — so tired.
Walking had always helped me before, but this time it only brought pain. My feet and ankles ached; every step was a reminder of what I’d lost. I kept pushing until the inevitable breakdowns arrived — the kind that leave you sick, empty, and quiet.