A question for Sedditors battling/struggling with depression.

DrewCruise · 2014-08-22T03:40:03+00:00

I have several things that I do. First, make plans for something in the near future. I'll try and get friends on the phone and see if they want to hang out. I'll set goals like running an extra mile on the weekend. Also, seek out some entertainment like watching a movie.

The best thing to do is to get a constructive hobby. Recently, I've gotten back into painting. Also, something that can really help is to do volunteer work. Look up animal humane centers, habitat for humanity, etc. Helping others less fortunate than you will definitely get your mind off yourself.

Sometimes, though, I just let if wash over me. I'll listen to sad music and just veg out for awhile. Then switch to listening to music that gets my mood up.

Also, use meditation and drive out the negative thoughts. Use daily affirmations, by writing down positive things about yourself and say them out loud to yourself.

You are a good person.

People like and care for you.

You can get past this.

Life is awesome and there is so much fun out there.

Most importantly check what you are eating, leafy greens and other vegetables along with low fat foods can help. I also take a garlic supplement and cut out caffeine products. If problems persist or get worse, consult a doctor.

etcomro · 2014-08-22T14:30:53+00:00

Homie, depression is a sign. It's a sign that something must change. How do I improve myself on days that I don't want to? I don't know. Because before that thought creeps into my mind, I've already started. And it starts with your morning routine. Here's mine:

Yoga/stretching and 1L of water
Exercise - Tabata Kettlebell routine
Zen meditation
Breakfast - Breakfast bowl from the dolce diet
Affirmation - Zig ziglar's affirmation card
Visualizing my success in life and with women
Read 10 pages of motivational material like Awaken the Giant Within by Tony Robbins
Journal about what I'm grateful for and what my ideal life looks like.

And I do this every morning. Unless I've had a consistent week, like this week, and I choose to take a day off from it. Like I did today.

There is no magic pill for depression man. Even if the doctor will give you a promise of one. You really have to use what willpower you have left and pull yourself out of it, as shitty as I know it sounds. Socrates said, "The key to change is not focusing on destroying the old, but building the new." And Seneca said, "Sometimes even to live is an act of courage." Be couragous, build the new.

senneca · 2014-08-22T08:31:23+00:00

Try reading Models by Mark Manson. It's been one of the most influential books in my life, not just from a seduction perspective, but mainly for overcoming my depression and gaining confidence.

I know I haven't backed up why, but the book a read and I'm sure you'll find it phenomenal. I'm still implementing it, but so far it's helped a great deal with severe depression I've had for the past 5 years. I think that every sedditor could learn something from it.

smoothoperator69 · 2014-08-22T11:51:26+00:00

make yourself a list of things that need to be done around the house/apartment and do atleast one thing every day. I did this and found myself getting deeply involved in each project. This includes repairs and cleaning as well. Clean out closets, basements, garage, ect. This works for me, best of luck!

Setsa · 2014-08-22T08:16:09+00:00

Develop your hobbies and don't let the bad bring you down. Even if someone blows you off for a date keep your momentum up and don't misdirect someone's wrong doing against you towards someone else. As for how to get motivated: stay persistent. Even if things don't go your way when you give it a shot it is still better than those that sat on their hands.

LordDeLaFunk · 2014-08-22T15:29:33+00:00

Try nicely talking to yourself.

niczar · 2014-08-22T16:00:20+00:00

Lifting works surprisingly well!

Title	A question for Sedditors battling/struggling with depression.
Author	LazyAmbitious
Upvotes	12
Comments	9
Date	August 22, 2014 2:12 AM UTC (11 years ago)
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