I am unemployed and depressed, how can I stop depression from affecting my job search?

Finding job these days is one of the most difficult task to do but in that process getting depressed is not a solution because it will just affect your job search which is not good because you need a positive mind and patience for job searching and trust me good happens to those who wait. Show patience and don't get depressed.

Recover yourself. Take time for yourself. Do things you like most. And then focus on your job search.

Stay positive! Smile, and remember that there is the perfect position out there for you. Have faith that the right employer will see your resume, and will love your interview. Times may be tough right now, but they will get better in time.

Last year I was unemployed and depressed and I made my way out of it by starting to accomplish one thing every day. I didn't always do it alone. I couldn't. And I started with making exercise a priority. It started as easily as going for a walk with someone. And they could be different someones. I also found people who liked running and asked if they would like to go running together. On the work front, I took a non-paid position at a company doing something I was extra interested in. I worked hard, did well there, and it turned into a paid position.

You need to tackle with "UNEMPLOYMENT" and "DEPRESSION" individually. Make two lists. Write down what is the root of the problem. For instance, in the case of depression, list down the triggers. In case of unemployment, note down ANY common threads that you see in rejections. The solutions to the above will come to you through the understanding of the problem itself. Work on that, and eat a cake. :)

Always be upbeat and positive despite how you really feel. It will assist of getting you employed, and no one wants to hire someone that sounds depressed.

Speaking with a professional to help lower depression would probably be best. I'd say start by working small and working your way up. Look for jobs that are close to you and are not tremendously stress provoking, then once you start to see improvement work on to more demanding jobs that provide to your needs.

Depression is a diagnosis and It would be good to address it professionally. There are a lot of reasons for one to get depressed. One might be life style events like jobloss, loss of a loved one , divorce.., etc. It is very difficult to look for work when you are depressed as it affects your daily activities. I would suggest a few counselling sessions with a psychologist and consultation with a psychiatrist. Also certain life style changes like exercising daily, eating dark chocolate to boost serotonin levels, keeping hormones in check (thyroid)and taking care of diet by eating healthily plus practising yoga and meditation helps alleviate depression. Also venting out to a friend and making life style changes will help. Sleeping on time and following a routine schedule plus using affirmations (changing negative statements in to positive ones) will help. Plus boosting your self esteem by having visual boards and writing goals will help. Start slow and gradually increase the job search. pick up an interesting hobby like painting, nature walks, Music, photography, blogging and also exercising and spending more time outdoors( in the sun) helps one alleviate depression. Professional help is mandatory after a proper diagnosis of depression and cognitive behaviour therapy works well

Just listen to the wise words of Dory! "When life gets you down, wanna know what you gotta do? Just keep swimming!" Never give up, and fight through it. It's worth it, I promise.

Being depressed will not help you find a job whatsoever. You may want to start focusing on what your real problem is and leave any other thoughts away from your mind. Please remember that your problem is not even how you feel, it is what you are not doing to make it out.