You're
reading this probably depressed or wondering if what you're experiencing right
now is depression
Depression
is real
Well,
depression is more than just a sad feeling, we all feel down or upset from time
to time.
Depression
is way more than your momentarily feeling of sadness, It's a mood disorder
characterized by prolonged feeling of sadness and loss of interest in daily activities
As depicted
by the definition above, it's certainly not a good state to be in, the good
news is this-just as you can think yourself depressed and fearful...you can
think your way out of depression.
Are there
drugs to deal with depression?
Yes,there
are Antidepressants, but they are just palliatives not the cure,which means
when they wear off(and they will),you're right back where you started
Real quick,
Here are 4 Practical ways to deal with depression
1. Change Your Daily Routine: Depression is characterized by sudden
loss of interest in activities, in other
words you are bored with your day-day activities. Why not have a change, pick
up new hobby,read books,exercise, you
don't have to hit a gym before you exercise,you can try Jogging. Exercise goes
a long way in helping you clear your mind and feel better. If you find out that
doing some certain things leave you more depressed, refrain from doing them, It
may be visiting a particular website-anything!!
2. Don't Be Mentally Idle: I'm sure you've come across the old
saying- "an Idle mind is a devil's workshop", well it's not just a
saying ,it's the truth. And as long as you keep on neglecting your mind, you
let it wander about, it's gonna continue to be negative.
But if you
try as much as possible not to leave your mind blank,deliberately think about
"good old days".No matter how bad things are right now,find something
(Now I really wish I can help you with this ,but I can't, this has to be you!)
things when you take your mind back to them,make you smile
3. Focus On The Right Things: When you've got hold of such
memories, hold on to them,don't let them fade away,if necessary write them on a
piece of paper and carry it with you all
day,I know it sounds silly, but hey,whatever works right? Don't go through the
day dwelling, focusing on negatives, been bitter about things, it exacerbates
symptoms of depression
4. Talk To Someone: This has proven to be a quick and
efficient way to get yourself out of a bad mood. In case of depression, it
might take a little more than that, but it certainly does help to unburden your
heart by talking to someone, might be a friend, sibling, relative- anyone! And
if you think you really need help, book an appointment with a therapist or a
spiritual leader, there's no shame in doing that
Always
remember this.... Depression is all about the mind. Feelings follow closely on
the heels of thoughts. You stop dwelling on the negatives, and you'll find
yourself on the way to recovery
SOURCE: Pulse.ng
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