I tend to eat alot when am depressed any suggestions what to do other then eating?

Well when you are depressed you could exersice, go out for a walk, go out and look the sky, climb a tree, talk with a friend, watch a movie, read a book,take a bath,listen to music, pain, draw, there are plenty of things to do besides eating

Instead of eating try going for a nice run, taking a shower, listening to music, or reading a good book and if you do end up eating don't go straight for the junk food!

You can draw (doodle). For me, it really helps! It also helps to write your feelings down, for example on paper.

Go for a run (endorphins!), listen to upbeat music, take a nap or talk to one of the Listeners on here about what is making you sad. Stay out the kitchen and create a work of art maybe? Even just printing something out and colouring in can keep your hands and mind busy.

One way to help keep your mind off of eating when depressed, is to do something else with your hands that makes it nearly impossible to eat. Like cleaning something, especially if it's really gross and makes your stomach turn, like toilets or cat litter or the garbage can. You could start a hobby that requires both your hands and a great deal of concentration like knitting, pottery, fishing etc. You can call a friend to cheer you up or go dancing. Join a group with the intention of learning something new. Go swimming or visit the animals at the SPCA and lastly talk positive and kindly to yourself.

I personally find that when I want to eat, but am not truthfully hungry that going for a nature walk really helps turn my energy away from wanting to eat. Also, sometimes I will go sit in a quiet place and focus on my breathing and that sometimes helps as well. I understand how feelings can make one want to eat when they are not hungry. It is good to ask yourself a few questions as well such as am i really hungry , when did I eat last nd was what I ate empty calories or functional food. I believe finding someone to listen to how your feeling can help with not eating when you are feeling depressed.

I think this happens to a lot of people. Perhaps you are eating a lot because it is comforting for you and when you are depressed you are engaging in activities that are comforting to you? So my suggestion is to engage in another activity that is comforting to you instead of snacking. For example, spending time with a cuddly pet, going for a walk in nature, getting a hot bath, watching your favourite movie from childhood, or listening to your favourite song. If you do snack, try to snack on healthy food that makes your body feel good. Be easy on yourself.