There's other people there, with me, but they're walking in the banks. Telling me to "just get out of the water" but instead of reaching out a helping hand, they leave me behind and move on.

THAT is REAL encouraging. *Eyeroll* >.> I think the metaphor was really clever idea, depression is definitely an uphill battle that you shouldn't have to go at alone. :/
Some people don't understand that it takes time along with outside resources of help to defeat, it's not realistic for them to just expect you to 'get over it'.
Anyways Good read, and I do hope you find inspiration and the strength to getting better