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5 Tips On Fighting Depression

Because you can't stop fighting.

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5 Tips On Fighting Depression
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I enjoy writing articles that may help people in their lives in some way, shape, or form. Recently I have strayed away from that type of writing because I have been so busy, but I hope this article may change that.

I have written about depression many times before and there is a reason for it. I have depression and I know it can feel like the worst thing in the world, and because of that I want to help people. In this article I will be discussing five things that I do, and have done, to help fight depression.

Tip 1:

Find a person who you love and trust and use them as your support system. It sounds like asking a lot from a person, but trust me it sounds like a bigger deal than it is. Before I figured out that I had depression one of my best friends told me that I could talk to her about anything no matter what it is. Some days I felt like the biggest bother in the world, but every time I felt that way she would reassure me that everything was okay. You can talk about anything and everything with whomever you want to talk to. The point is to just have a person to vent to.

Tip 2:

Listen to music. It sounds really simple, and that's because it is. Most people on this planet listen to some form of music you just have to find a kind you like and listen to it religiously. Set aside about a half hour a day for just yourself to lay down and listen to your favorite music. I used to do it everyday after I would get done classes to unwind. Music has a way of affecting your emotions and whether it be happy or sad emotions it is just good to feel and love the way the music affects you. (I recommend some chill house music.)

Tip 3:

Go to the gym. Actually, it does not even need be the gym; just workout. It really does not need to be a crazy workout just do something to that gets you up and moving. I was in the gym twice a day at some points to just try and get my mind on something, but you guys don't need to go that crazy. It could be just going for a walk around the block, or going to the gym twice a day like I did. It will make you feel better.

Tip 4:

Get lost in your hobby or hobbies. I was depressed and felt alone when I first got to West Chester, but then I found rugby. Now, I'm not saying you need to play rugby, but get yourself out there and find a new hobby. If I didn't go out to play rugby I would not have met so many great people and would not be a part of such a great family. I know at times it may seem hard to balance your hobbies with school, work, and a social life, but make time for yourself to do something you love.

Tip 5:

Treat yourself. You can really take that any way you want to. Every once and a while it is great to do something for yourself. Maybe you want an expensive purse, or maybe you want to go to a concert, or even just buy yourself a nice dinner. All that matters is that you do something for yourself, because you are awesome and you deserve it.

These are just a few things that I can think of right now, but there are so many more things that you will find to help you deal with your depression. Just always remember, the only way to lose the fight is to stop fighting. I love you all, never stop fighting.

Yours Truly,

Ryan Jordan

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