For the past few years, I have actively been struggling with depression. Similar to ear-worm, depression boroughs into the main stream of thoughts. It establishes its dominance as it whispers destructive thoughts and questions until it is forced to succumb to the your own inner strength or your demise. While it can never completely be eradicated, I have a few tips to help you get through even the worst of days:
1. Talk to people who make you feel loved
People struggle asking for help or confiding in someone but this is one of the best things you can do is to talk to someone.
2. Interact in life and not just on social media
Interaction boost you spirit and it makes you lest standoffish around people. All in all it brings a little comedy and joy to your life.
3. Support each other
Research is showing that you get a "high off" off of supporting others so listen to a friend or volunteer.
4. Exercise
While it is know for boosting your health it is also good for your mood. It helps with coping 10-fold.
5. Hugs.
Hugs are know for slowing your heart rate and releases endorphins which makes you happier.
6. Sleep
Sleep is important for basic function but getting eight hours of sleep and having a normal sleep pattern can help the tired aspect of being depressed.
7. Never Give Up
While it hurts, we know that giving up will end your fighting but it can hurt everyone else. Never giving up will ensure that you get a chance to live your craziest dreams.
Depression can overwhelm you, but you have the power to make sure it doesn't hinder you from living. Stay strong and you will see the rainbow at the end.
