How do you keep yourself from going into a deprssion?

Question

i am leanin into a depression.what should i do?

Answer 1

Babygirl, I'm bi-polar, believe me, I know what it's like to go from on top of the world all the way to in the gutters. What I usually do when I am having a mood swing like that is to tell myself that it isn't my fault.. That it's noone's fault, it's just a simple fact that you can't control such a thing when you have a chemical imbalance. Also, remember that the things you are thinking about to make you this way are poison, they serve you no good, nor do they serve anyone any good. Push up your self respect, you are worthy of all that life has to give, and if you beleive this you will get all it has to give. Love, forgiveness, and giving are the best tools to bring yourself back. Go out and tell someone you like the way they look, or tell someone they did a good job when they do. When they smile and say thank you it'll help you feel better about yourself. Also adjust your lifestyle a little. Cut out the sugar, it'll only bring you down, instead bulk up on the vegitables and fruit, not too much meat, about three ounces a day. Don't forget a little dairy, or dairy substitute, and plenty of starchy healthy foods such as whole grain products, and potatos, but leave on the skins since they hold the most nutrition. Your body needs these things and if you have them then your mind will be clearer, and you'll feel better physically, and when you feel good your mind will have more room to do the same. Also, try to get at least thirty minutes of constant exercise a day, either in two fifteen minute sessions or one whole thirty minute session. Don't forget that if you have the will and fortitude you can do a little more. Exercise releases endorphines into the brain, as well as ceratonin, and dopamine, two chemicals essential to the pleasure center of the brain. Do not use chemical ways to stimulate the pleasure center, such as caffiene, sugar, and fats, these will only cause stress on the body and have the opposite effect once the pleasure center has calmed down. Also, avoid people who like to bring you down, these people are the worst, and are only trying to make themselves feel better by making you feel worse. Don't allow them that pleasure, and by all means don't do it yourself, because your guilt will only eat away at you. Also forgive yourself for you mistakes, you are human, and all humans make mistakes. Also, learn to forgive those who have harmed you, when you feel resolve over such and issue instead of letting the tention build up you'll feel much better.

Answer 2

To tell you the truth, I used to go into depressions quite a bit. I would try to smother that by eating or some other unhealthy activity, after which I would feel even more depressed. Now, older and wiser, I take a step back and look at the overall picture. Is my problem really that big of a deal? Usually it's not, or it can, in fact, be solved. I realized I wasn't going to help myself at all by sliding into a funk, so I didn't. I also like to be proactive and go exercise or do something creative. So, just hang in there kid! Hope my advice helps you out!

Answer 3

Babygirl, you can't stop yourself from going into a depression if you are. Is there anyone that you can talk to about it, a friend, a parent? If not you should try to go to a Psychiatrist or a Therapist for help. Hopefully it isn't getting so bad that you need to be on medication for it. Good Luck and remember as bad as it get the sun will still rise tomorrow.

Answer 4

There is no ultimate answer to this question. Are you on meds? Do you go for counseling? When I find myself going into depression, I usually just try to stay busy. Spend time with friends or family even if you don't necessarily want to. You'll most likely end up having a good time. Don't be too hard on yourself. It's okay to feel sad sometimes. The real trouble is when it doesn't pass. Do you have someone you feel comfortable confiding in? Talk to them about it. Sometimes just putting your feelings into words can help. Try to remember that when you are down, things can only go up.

Answer 5

If you frequently "lean" into a depressed state of mind, you might want to see a psychiatrist to determine whether or not you have a clinical depression...which can be treated effectively with a medication.
But, you also are responsible for your own feelings. You can choose how you react to any given situation.

Answer 6

I exercise alot...and it always helps me...just discovered hiking and between the exercise and being in the quiet of the beautiful outdoors..well, it allows me to really relaxed, and to escape the noise of life..and really allows me to clear my head and think... and live in the moment..during trying moments, I can go back to the memories (and the photographs I've taken). I call them my happy places. Be proactive!

Answer 7

call a local low income school, ask to volunteer to read to 1st or 2nd graders twice a week.

Show up.

Do it for 3 months.

See what happens.

Don't give me the "i don't have time" crap. Do it.

Answer 8

listen to music. keep yourself busy, surround yourself with good people, open up, and have a little fun

Answer 9

is that possible? 1st change your avatar- she looks sad

Answer 10

do things that you love to do!