I (25F) had a frustrating call with a receptionist at a doctor’s office that prevented me from scheduling an appointment and it triggered a major depressive episode. I don’t think I’ve had one this bad in years. 

I’m going on day four now of exhaustion, not enjoying any of my hobbies, putting off showering/brushing my teeth, etc. I find myself zoning out and just staring into space for long periods of time. I thought acknowledging the episode and trying to do my typical “fun” activities would help, but nothing is helping. I even cleaned my kitchen in order to surround myself with a clean environment. I keep getting mild PTSD flashbacks to childhood trauma and I just want to go back to my semi normal life. 

Fortunately I have pets, so they are helping me to get out of bed to feed them and giving me extra love. I just can’t find any positive energy for myself. 

TLDR: I’m going through a major depressive episode and am asking for tips to get through it.