how do you handle depression?
- Thread starter Seydaman
- Start date
Recommended Videos
Seriously? I do have some suggestions.seydaman said:
1. Become more physically active. Go to the gym, get outside, go for walks/jobs. Chop wood, etc. I know that it may sound silly to some, but you would be surprised at how well this works.
Our bodies are designed for motion and movement. Sitting inside while depressed is one of the worst things you can do.
2. Spend time with friends. When you are depressed its all to easy to withdraw and lose the friends you've had for years. As much as possible, don't unload your angst on your friends too much; you can also drive them away from being down too much.
3. Get consuling. Many folks scoff at seeing a shrink but if you get the right one, its amazing how much they can help. One of the worst effects of depression is that it messes with your perceptions and how you process your thoughts and feelings. A good therapist brings perspective, and that's critical.
Best of luck, depression can be a very tough obstacle to deal with. Take it one day at a time.
To quote the fountain of wisdom that is Peter Griffon "Come on guys lets go drink till we can't feel feelings."
Or if you'd prefer an actual way of dealing with your depression rather than avoiding it, I'd just advise talking to somebody in person about what is bothering you. They don't have to give you advice or anything but just getting something off your chest makes you feel much better most of the time.
Failing this buy a puppy.
Or if you'd prefer an actual way of dealing with your depression rather than avoiding it, I'd just advise talking to somebody in person about what is bothering you. They don't have to give you advice or anything but just getting something off your chest makes you feel much better most of the time.
Failing this buy a puppy.
Any of the following;
-sleep
-watch a movie/show online
-eat something
-take a bath
-snuggle with my boyfriend
-scream
Kinda funny when I do them all at once.
-sleep
-watch a movie/show online
-eat something
-take a bath
-snuggle with my boyfriend
-scream
Kinda funny when I do them all at once.
Sleeping like that is actually more of a symptom of depression than a potential solution. As is eating (even comfort food) I generally say avoid falling into traps like that).windfish said:
The trick is to do things to get away from depressive triggers. For me it is doing something productive, Making a video game, doing an animation, I'm working on a book right now to act as a text for a class I'm teaching in a couple of weeks.
Some people enjoy listening to music, some people work out (which results in endorphin production which makes you happier), some people play video games (I do sometimes but too much game-play makes me feel guilty for wasting time). If you feel lonely, I always recommend joining a club (going to school? Extracurricular activities abound).
If you are hanging out with people that make you feel depressed, drop them, find new friends (it's one of the hardest things to do) Some people need a little help and that's what anti-depressant medication and counseling is about. The trick is not to become dependent on solutions like that.
And realize everyone feels down from time to time, it's natural. Realize why you're feeling depressed and figure out what makes you feel better or at least keeps you from focussing on those things that depress you.
I am going to say this in the most medical way i know, Smoke herbs and do it with your friends.
Get high and have a laugh, you will eventually feel better about what ever your depressed with.
Get high and have a laugh, you will eventually feel better about what ever your depressed with.
I usualy end up snaping and hitting walls that kinda works because i forget about being depressed and think about my broken fingers
I like my idea better, less pain involved...........WAIT! only think wrong with my idea you must be able to get some or someone who deals.
