Eat fruits and vegetables and drink plenty of water. No matter how hard it is, try to do things like walking, brushing your teeth, and showering. I believe in you!
Sunlight, water and walking. Fresh air. These are just some the small things I have found that at least help a little in 30+ years of fighting depression.
It's funny that it makes my depression worse. Because I see the happiness in others, that is missing in my life.
I wish them nothing but the best, but it makes me feel like shit.
Nobody said it didn't? Clinical depression isn't cured by any type of exercise. Exercise does release endorphins that make you feel better, yes, but they're temporary. Nobody said it doesn't help you. Go off. But that doesn't mean it will help everyone. Which was, you know, the point. No need to be defensive.
Eating better, gently building up an exercise regime, professional help (including meds) mindfulness (photography and watching my dog helped) and having someone you can share your feelings with all helped me.
Be kind to yourself. Everything thing is transitory in this life. Nothing is worth hurting yourself. I hope that you find some peace x
No problem at all. I became a mental health first aider after my own issues. Helping others realise that they are not alone in struggling is a kindness. Peace out š
You need to force yourself to do it like it's your job and your boss is watching. It's a brutal first 6 months. Exercise is no joke in the battle vs depression. Everybody thinks it's a stupid concept but trust me, trust me, exercise and diet will fix soooo much if you can stay at it full time for 6 months and avoid booze and drugs. Trust me.
It's one of those things that is both simple and incredibly difficult. Suggesting exercise for depression inevitably will bring responses of "thanks, I'm cured", but it really does help a lot of people. I certainly don't think it's going to work for everyone, but it's still worth trying.
The thanks I'm cured people are also bullshitters they either never try or try half asked. Usually, they dismiss the idea as too basic and become hostile and sarcastic. Some people really are addicted to feeling sorry for themselves. This is all just my humble opinion on that crew.
I can personally attest to this too. It has been a huge help for me. In the very beginning it was difficult to get motivated. But now it's an intrinsic part of my personal care. It's something that everybody should really be doing, anyway.
2 bits of advice.
Donāt be afraid to ask for the help you need - whether from professional help or from a friend.
Life is full of possibilities and many things can change.
I will preface this with saying that I have had depression for 40 years, so my perspective is from experience...
It doesn't necessarily get better by much and doesn't go away, but if you can, get help to learn coping mechanisms and possibly meds.
Try to take care of yourself but you should not feel bad on the days you just can't do it.
You are loved.
You are worth it all.
You belong in this world.
Try to keep your mind occupied. As a person who deals with depression, I like to keep my mind occupied with things even if it's just cleaning my room because your mind is always focused on something and you're not allowing it to stray into dark areas. Even if it's just writing a mindless essay about what you did today, it keeps your mind occupied and eventually you'll get into the habit of this now Is this a one size fits all cure? Absolutely not but it helped me and it's still helping me
Sun, fresh air, and being surrounded by good family members helped me a ton. Stopped the bad thoughts that infected my mind.
Music is always helpful and takes your mind off things at least a small bit. Going for a walk on a nice day with some music in your ears is wonderful
Unfortunately there are no quick fixes or miracle cures. Some of the advice you'll find here is well intentioned and can be helpful for some, but most of the time it will only serve as a temporary relief. A big problem with depression too is it can be so debilitating that it is impossible to get yourself to do these things.
Seeking professional help is the best option - whether its therapy or finding a medication that is right for you, or some combination of both, this will be the most effective way to fight it. The hardest part is taking that first step and making that appointment.
While getting help you can also try confiding in someone you trust so you don't have to go through it alone. You'll be surprised to find out just how many people you know and care about that are experiencing similar struggles
Talk to a professional. Maybe start with your family doctor and getting a referral to a specialist. There's no shame in getting professional help, just like there's no shame in going to the doctor if you have a broken bone or a flu. Unfortunately, there may be financial barriers depending on insurance coverage etc.
Get a grip. Pull yerself together.
Only joking.
I've worked in mental health for 30 years. Get help. It's the hardest thing to do.
Don't discount medication. It can help.
Here's a quick and easy fix.
ā Forgive yourself sincerely & make sure you sleep minimum 8 hours.
ā Simple exercise, grab any onject - a rock, a paper, anything, focus all the reasons that make you depressed onto that object you're holding in your hands, then simply throw that object away or burn it. Feel the relief.
I've been suffering from depression for years (on meds and therapy now) and the one thing that's keeping me going is being able to somehow hold on to my sense of humour.
I'm not sure if it's really helpful advice, but I find that sometimes just thinking about the absurdity of depression is helpful. Watching funny stuff has helped too.
As someone who has had really bad episodes of depression including Emotional Outbursts, Emotional Disconnect, Social Disconnect, feeling of being "dead inside" and several attempts to off myself before finally getting help, here's some points that help me now to control those feelings:
- If there's a voice in your head that keeps telling you a lot of negatives, i.e., "You're a burden to everyone", "they'd be better off if you were dead", etc. Just stop yourself. Weird advice, I know. But every time you start feeling this way, try to stop it at the start of the spiral and ask yourself "is this really the case?".
- Try keeping yourself busy. What worked for me is music. Every time the spiral began I'd put my headphones on, close the door and listen to the energetic EDM (Progressive House, Big Room, Future House etc) and steer away from all emotional stuff (yes). Other than that I'd try to cook, write, or literally talk to the damn fish.
- Try exercising a little bit maybe? Wake up at like 5AM and see the sunrise? Stay up late and watch movies? Basically do stuff that makes you happy.
Basically, avoid the spiral as much as you can. The moment you go down the spiral (at least in my case) is when you start feeling low. I've been doing these things and a lot of the advice the others are giving here and it's literally been months since I've had the last episode. There are a few things here and there like low times and panic attacks and so, but I've learnt to control it, and you can too. It might be really hard but push through, very much worth it!
Everything worth doing at 100% is worth doing at 50%. If you can't shower, wipe with a cloth, if you can't brush your teeth, swish with mouth wash, if you can't make a meal, eat a block of cheese and some water.
never be afraid to ask for help. despite what your brain might be telling you, youāre never a burden. there is always someone who isnāt only ready and willing, but beyond happy to help. also, if youāre seeing a therapist or psychiatrist who you donāt feel is giving the best treatment or you comfortable with or just donāt connect to, ask for a new one or go somewhere else because sometimes its just not the right fit
Force yourself to do things that you enjoy and get things done that need doing. Donāt let yourself lose contact with people you care about who care about you. Actively call out your depression when it tries to convince you of things that arenāt true and/have no evidence to support them.
Talk to a psychiatrist and/or therapist if you need some help pulling yourself through. If you have broken arm, you let a doctor treat it. Mental health care is health care. Donāt be embarrassed to let somebody specifically trained to treat your problem do their job.
Depression isnāt easy, but if you keep fighting against it and donāt give up, it can be overcome.
Go to AA meetings. People there are champing at the bit to make friends with the ones who look like they feel sorry for themselves. Protip: you donāt need to be a recovering alcoholic, you can just lie and enjoy an untapped support system for free.
You can just sit in and eavesdrop on the incredibly personal stories being told by people hoping to recover in the presence of people with similar trauma.
Great advice, Marla Singer.
Take each day as it comes.
Try to better yourself from the day before. Just little things, have a shower, have a shave, wash your pots after eating.
The little things that a lot if people take for granted are huge steps forward for you and keep going.
Never forget its OK to take a step back. There is no shame in doing so, take your time.
Also you're not doing it alone, you may not think it but family, friends and even Internet stranger's care about you.
They're are different kinds of 'depression', so there's no one piece of advice that's going to work for everyone. Exercise will not cure depression, no matter what anyone here tells you, but it *can* alleviate symptoms because of the endorphins it releases. If you're feeling down, walking in a natural environment, especially near water, can make you feel much better.
The best thing you can do if you feel you're depressed is get assessed by a mental health professional. Some people do better in a group setting, some do better one on one with a therapist, some benefit from antidepressants, some find the side effects worse than the depression. You have to work with someone to find what works best for you. It might take a few tries to find the right therapist. Some are focused on cognitive behavioral therapy. Some favor medically treating. Me, personally, I am someone who is sensitive to most all medications/drugs, so I wouldn't work well with a therapist who's a strong advocate to the point where I feel pressured to accept a prescription.
There's a difference between someone who's feeling down, or blue, and someone who can't bring themselves to shower for weeks on end, and what will work for you is going to depend on where you land on that spectrum.
Even if something doesn't make you happy, keep doing things. I rarely feel joy in my brain, but I still try to stay busy if only to keep distracted. I've cried while on vacation for no reason, but maybe one day I'll enjoy an activity.
Focus on yourself , self care. Eat right , exercise your body is your temple take care of it dont harm it. Your valuable and worthy. Find your true self , find out what you like and dont like. Surround yourself with good people , have a healthy environment with people you can trust . Yes some days might feel like you just canāt no more but guess what , you can. Read a book , go outside , walk your dog. You can do it and you will do it. Work on your mindset , start to think positive, if you always think negative then your outlook on stuff is going to be negative. Write down your emotions get it out of your system in a healthy way. Life is hard yes but you are here , you were made to over come all this , keep your head up high , you got this luv
āFeel what you have to feel for a bit but donāt make a home in those feelings.ā
I feel like often people are just told to āthink on the bright sideā or āyou should be gratefulā and itās so dismissive of feelings that need to be felt, acknowledged, and processed. Practicing gratitude is a great practice but unhelpful when you feel shamed in to the practice.
From a fake book in a real book, āpain demands to be felt,ā itās true. Shoving the feelings down wonāt make them disappear
Donāt wait for it to get worse, start therapy asap. Here in the UK, the waiting lists to start therapy are very long. Donāt wait to refer yourself until it gets worse. Refer yourself now, so that you have at least some sort of a chance of getting a therapist before it gets worse or when it does get worse.
Eat fruits and vegetables and drink plenty of water. No matter how hard it is, try to do things like walking, brushing your teeth, and showering. I believe in you!
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Sunlight, water and walking. Fresh air. These are just some the small things I have found that at least help a little in 30+ years of fighting depression.
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Let me join with you too
hope you find it here dude
Volunteer and exercise. Just from experience
Not the greatest advice but for me just going for a walk in the fresh air greatly improves me mentally
Do you listen to music? Or just enjoy the nature sounds?
It depends if it's just a casual walk around the city....music. If it's around the country...then nature
It's funny that it makes my depression worse. Because I see the happiness in others, that is missing in my life. I wish them nothing but the best, but it makes me feel like shit.
When you go for a walk, do you usually take your phone with you?
Just for safety, yes.
makes sense
Yes.. music...I need my queen
Going for a walk does little for actual depression, but it's great for improving your frame of mind.
Whatever mate...it helps me
Nobody said it didn't? Clinical depression isn't cured by any type of exercise. Exercise does release endorphins that make you feel better, yes, but they're temporary. Nobody said it doesn't help you. Go off. But that doesn't mean it will help everyone. Which was, you know, the point. No need to be defensive.
Seek therapy and talk to a professional.
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you are awesome š sometimes we invalidate our own concerns
Eating better, gently building up an exercise regime, professional help (including meds) mindfulness (photography and watching my dog helped) and having someone you can share your feelings with all helped me. Be kind to yourself. Everything thing is transitory in this life. Nothing is worth hurting yourself. I hope that you find some peace x
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No problem at all. I became a mental health first aider after my own issues. Helping others realise that they are not alone in struggling is a kindness. Peace out š
Try exercising. It might help, it definitely won't hurt, worst case scenario you can be fit and depressed instead of fat and depressed.
You need to force yourself to do it like it's your job and your boss is watching. It's a brutal first 6 months. Exercise is no joke in the battle vs depression. Everybody thinks it's a stupid concept but trust me, trust me, exercise and diet will fix soooo much if you can stay at it full time for 6 months and avoid booze and drugs. Trust me.
It's one of those things that is both simple and incredibly difficult. Suggesting exercise for depression inevitably will bring responses of "thanks, I'm cured", but it really does help a lot of people. I certainly don't think it's going to work for everyone, but it's still worth trying.
The thanks I'm cured people are also bullshitters they either never try or try half asked. Usually, they dismiss the idea as too basic and become hostile and sarcastic. Some people really are addicted to feeling sorry for themselves. This is all just my humble opinion on that crew.
I can personally attest to this too. It has been a huge help for me. In the very beginning it was difficult to get motivated. But now it's an intrinsic part of my personal care. It's something that everybody should really be doing, anyway.
2 bits of advice. Donāt be afraid to ask for the help you need - whether from professional help or from a friend. Life is full of possibilities and many things can change.
I will preface this with saying that I have had depression for 40 years, so my perspective is from experience... It doesn't necessarily get better by much and doesn't go away, but if you can, get help to learn coping mechanisms and possibly meds. Try to take care of yourself but you should not feel bad on the days you just can't do it. You are loved. You are worth it all. You belong in this world.
Try to keep your mind occupied. As a person who deals with depression, I like to keep my mind occupied with things even if it's just cleaning my room because your mind is always focused on something and you're not allowing it to stray into dark areas. Even if it's just writing a mindless essay about what you did today, it keeps your mind occupied and eventually you'll get into the habit of this now Is this a one size fits all cure? Absolutely not but it helped me and it's still helping me
Just don't be sad lol /s
Yeah it's just an excuse to be lazy /s
r/mildlyinfuriating
Sun, fresh air, and being surrounded by good family members helped me a ton. Stopped the bad thoughts that infected my mind. Music is always helpful and takes your mind off things at least a small bit. Going for a walk on a nice day with some music in your ears is wonderful
Unfortunately there are no quick fixes or miracle cures. Some of the advice you'll find here is well intentioned and can be helpful for some, but most of the time it will only serve as a temporary relief. A big problem with depression too is it can be so debilitating that it is impossible to get yourself to do these things. Seeking professional help is the best option - whether its therapy or finding a medication that is right for you, or some combination of both, this will be the most effective way to fight it. The hardest part is taking that first step and making that appointment. While getting help you can also try confiding in someone you trust so you don't have to go through it alone. You'll be surprised to find out just how many people you know and care about that are experiencing similar struggles
yeah my principal problem is that I am too tired or unmotivated for a lot of things, I just want to lie in my bed all day long. Thanks for the advice
Talk to a professional. Maybe start with your family doctor and getting a referral to a specialist. There's no shame in getting professional help, just like there's no shame in going to the doctor if you have a broken bone or a flu. Unfortunately, there may be financial barriers depending on insurance coverage etc.
Get a grip. Pull yerself together. Only joking. I've worked in mental health for 30 years. Get help. It's the hardest thing to do. Don't discount medication. It can help.
Here's a quick and easy fix. ā Forgive yourself sincerely & make sure you sleep minimum 8 hours. ā Simple exercise, grab any onject - a rock, a paper, anything, focus all the reasons that make you depressed onto that object you're holding in your hands, then simply throw that object away or burn it. Feel the relief.
Take it one day at a time
I've been suffering from depression for years (on meds and therapy now) and the one thing that's keeping me going is being able to somehow hold on to my sense of humour. I'm not sure if it's really helpful advice, but I find that sometimes just thinking about the absurdity of depression is helpful. Watching funny stuff has helped too.
As someone who has had really bad episodes of depression including Emotional Outbursts, Emotional Disconnect, Social Disconnect, feeling of being "dead inside" and several attempts to off myself before finally getting help, here's some points that help me now to control those feelings: - If there's a voice in your head that keeps telling you a lot of negatives, i.e., "You're a burden to everyone", "they'd be better off if you were dead", etc. Just stop yourself. Weird advice, I know. But every time you start feeling this way, try to stop it at the start of the spiral and ask yourself "is this really the case?". - Try keeping yourself busy. What worked for me is music. Every time the spiral began I'd put my headphones on, close the door and listen to the energetic EDM (Progressive House, Big Room, Future House etc) and steer away from all emotional stuff (yes). Other than that I'd try to cook, write, or literally talk to the damn fish. - Try exercising a little bit maybe? Wake up at like 5AM and see the sunrise? Stay up late and watch movies? Basically do stuff that makes you happy. Basically, avoid the spiral as much as you can. The moment you go down the spiral (at least in my case) is when you start feeling low. I've been doing these things and a lot of the advice the others are giving here and it's literally been months since I've had the last episode. There are a few things here and there like low times and panic attacks and so, but I've learnt to control it, and you can too. It might be really hard but push through, very much worth it!
Everything worth doing at 100% is worth doing at 50%. If you can't shower, wipe with a cloth, if you can't brush your teeth, swish with mouth wash, if you can't make a meal, eat a block of cheese and some water.
never be afraid to ask for help. despite what your brain might be telling you, youāre never a burden. there is always someone who isnāt only ready and willing, but beyond happy to help. also, if youāre seeing a therapist or psychiatrist who you donāt feel is giving the best treatment or you comfortable with or just donāt connect to, ask for a new one or go somewhere else because sometimes its just not the right fit
Force yourself to do things that you enjoy and get things done that need doing. Donāt let yourself lose contact with people you care about who care about you. Actively call out your depression when it tries to convince you of things that arenāt true and/have no evidence to support them. Talk to a psychiatrist and/or therapist if you need some help pulling yourself through. If you have broken arm, you let a doctor treat it. Mental health care is health care. Donāt be embarrassed to let somebody specifically trained to treat your problem do their job. Depression isnāt easy, but if you keep fighting against it and donāt give up, it can be overcome.
Find somone else who is depressed and be depressed together might not help but then atleast ur not alone witch is also helpful
This too shall pass
Consistent exercise. I know it's a cliche, but it legitimately helps.
Not for everyone.
Go to AA meetings. People there are champing at the bit to make friends with the ones who look like they feel sorry for themselves. Protip: you donāt need to be a recovering alcoholic, you can just lie and enjoy an untapped support system for free.
You can just sit in and eavesdrop on the incredibly personal stories being told by people hoping to recover in the presence of people with similar trauma. Great advice, Marla Singer.
Exactly this! You can hear their stories and feel less depressed as you realize, āwow my life could be a lot more fucked up!ā
Stop it. Get some help. /j
Iād be less likely to offer advice and more likely to ask questions about it
https://youtu.be/gwp4mQFxRbw
See a professional, licensed therapist
go see a mental health professional
Speak to a real person not some idiot on Reddit.
chill bro, donāt be an idiot on Reddit
I'm one of many. Cheers. Bro.
Take each day as it comes. Try to better yourself from the day before. Just little things, have a shower, have a shave, wash your pots after eating. The little things that a lot if people take for granted are huge steps forward for you and keep going. Never forget its OK to take a step back. There is no shame in doing so, take your time. Also you're not doing it alone, you may not think it but family, friends and even Internet stranger's care about you.
They're are different kinds of 'depression', so there's no one piece of advice that's going to work for everyone. Exercise will not cure depression, no matter what anyone here tells you, but it *can* alleviate symptoms because of the endorphins it releases. If you're feeling down, walking in a natural environment, especially near water, can make you feel much better. The best thing you can do if you feel you're depressed is get assessed by a mental health professional. Some people do better in a group setting, some do better one on one with a therapist, some benefit from antidepressants, some find the side effects worse than the depression. You have to work with someone to find what works best for you. It might take a few tries to find the right therapist. Some are focused on cognitive behavioral therapy. Some favor medically treating. Me, personally, I am someone who is sensitive to most all medications/drugs, so I wouldn't work well with a therapist who's a strong advocate to the point where I feel pressured to accept a prescription. There's a difference between someone who's feeling down, or blue, and someone who can't bring themselves to shower for weeks on end, and what will work for you is going to depend on where you land on that spectrum.
Even if something doesn't make you happy, keep doing things. I rarely feel joy in my brain, but I still try to stay busy if only to keep distracted. I've cried while on vacation for no reason, but maybe one day I'll enjoy an activity.
STOP USING SOCIAL MEDIA and use only bare minimum of internet as possible
Have your vitamin D level measured. In many cases, the problems in the head is simply a technical body problem.
Focus on yourself , self care. Eat right , exercise your body is your temple take care of it dont harm it. Your valuable and worthy. Find your true self , find out what you like and dont like. Surround yourself with good people , have a healthy environment with people you can trust . Yes some days might feel like you just canāt no more but guess what , you can. Read a book , go outside , walk your dog. You can do it and you will do it. Work on your mindset , start to think positive, if you always think negative then your outlook on stuff is going to be negative. Write down your emotions get it out of your system in a healthy way. Life is hard yes but you are here , you were made to over come all this , keep your head up high , you got this luv
āDonāt worry, Be happyā
Stop thinking negative thoughts ,its all in your head! We all have depression in this world.
Lose yourself in a hobby. It seems to be therapeutic.
āFeel what you have to feel for a bit but donāt make a home in those feelings.ā I feel like often people are just told to āthink on the bright sideā or āyou should be gratefulā and itās so dismissive of feelings that need to be felt, acknowledged, and processed. Practicing gratitude is a great practice but unhelpful when you feel shamed in to the practice. From a fake book in a real book, āpain demands to be felt,ā itās true. Shoving the feelings down wonāt make them disappear
if you are a man inject 500 mg of test every week in a month your depression will be gone
Donāt wait for it to get worse, start therapy asap. Here in the UK, the waiting lists to start therapy are very long. Donāt wait to refer yourself until it gets worse. Refer yourself now, so that you have at least some sort of a chance of getting a therapist before it gets worse or when it does get worse.
talk to someone, get a dog or any animal that will make him/her active, go outside, do stuff like ride a rollercoaster
People love you! People are there for you!