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The One Thing I Do When I'm Depressed is...

PosiPotato February 13th, 2018

What is the one thing you do to help yourself feel better when you're experiencing depression? It can be anything at all, even simple things such as a longer warmer shower and listening to music or sounds of nature before bed.

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FishRock77 February 14th, 2018

I listen to music, and let my emotions flow. I use that sad energy and feelings to draw and express myself. I also will pet my cat.

MysUnderstood February 14th, 2018

I allow the negative thoughts to completely control me. Then I over analysize every detail. The "assuming" opens the door for the anxiety and paranoia to creep right on in. Then, the self isolation puts me in prisoner chains! The debiliating cycle continues on auto repeat!

neatEyes9061 February 14th, 2018

Listening music and be alone

proactiveClementine8918 February 14th, 2018

I shut down... I can't seem to get the motivation to do anything so I distance myself and want to be home bound all the time. Not good when you have responsibilities :(

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KatLis123 February 14th, 2018

@proactiveClementine8918

I see what you are saying Clementine. When a person is going through depression it is normal and common to loose the motivation towards things, even those that you've always been passionate about. I've had the exact same experience - lacking energy to fulfill my responsibilites and just wanting to stay indoors, not communicate with anyone! That's terrible.

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NattChile February 14th, 2018

I found more helpful being alone and think about it

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KatLis123 February 14th, 2018

@NattChile

Yes same here. Gives me a chance to reflect (how i reacted and what i could've done better), just to calm myself down and find new ways to deal with the situation.

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Chiaroscuro1 February 14th, 2018

...withdraw

considerateParka81 February 14th, 2018

I reach out to a loved one, listen to music and watch goofy stuff.

yellowCat306 February 14th, 2018

Force sleep u til I feel like throwing up.

ShowerOfSunshine February 14th, 2018

@PosiPotato

I usually put on some music or I watch a really heartwarming anime or YouTube video.

BlueBloom80 February 14th, 2018

I write down what I am grateful for.