What is the best way to just stop the depression from taking away the future you would see?

Depression is not your fault. You didn't chose the condition and sadly you can't click your fingers to make it go away. But you can keep going in recovery until you notice you are no longer controlled by it. Take medication if it is prescribed. Make yourself do one task you struggle with, even if it is brushing your teeth that day. Stay connected with friends. Find new hobbies. Keep striving and you will get through.

The best way to stop your depression from proceeding into impacting your future by recognizing it, talking it out with someone and seek resources and proper referrals to help you as well as finding ways you want to improve your future lifestyle.