How to Put an End to Depression
Depression can have many, many faces. If you are not aware of
your feelings and emotions on a daily basis then it can creep up
on you and cause misery in your life when you least expect it.
We get sad when we fail in our exams, when we're rejected by the
person we love, or when someone very close to us passes away.
Depression, however, could be more fatal than just plain
sadness. It could cause life-long consequences that could ruin
your self-esteem, your health, and your well-being.
Here are some excellent tips for conquering depression and to
help you get the most enjoyment out of your daily activities.
1. Be Certain of Your Future Goals
If you have no goals then the future will seem uncertain. This
will create anxiety and just add to the problem. Having goals
gives you something to look forward to in life. They drive us on
and create a desire for life. Keep your focus on your goals.
2. Keep a Journal.
Every day, write down your deepest feelings. Say what you want
to say. Get it out of your head and onto paper. Don't hold back.
This is a very therapeutic way to pull yourself back up. Keep
writing down whatever comes into your mind and very soon you
will feel your mood start to improve. Done properly, this method
can create dramatic changes in emotion.
3. Get Enough Light and Sunshine.
Lack of exposure to sunlight is responsible for the secretion of
the hormone melatonin, which could trigger a dispirited mood and
a lethargic condition.
Melatonin is only produced in the dark. It lowers the body
temperature and makes you feel sluggish. If you are always
cooped up in your room (with the curtains closed), it would be
difficult to restrain yourself from staying in bed.
This is the reason why many people are suffering from depression
much more often in winter than in the other seasons. It's
because the nights are longer.
If you can't go outdoors to get some sunshine, you can always
lighten up your room with brighter lights. Have lunch outside
the office. Take frequent walks instead of driving your car over
short distances.
4. Keep Busy. Get Inspired About Something.
It's a fact that people are happiest when they are producing
something. Do some activity that you have always wanted to do.
Live a life full of inspired activities.
What is it that you really love to do? What are you passionate
about?. Taking a nice walk in the park, playing sports, reading
books, or listening to some soothing music.
5. Make Some Time For Yourself.
I mean it.
Listen to soothing music. Soak in a nice warm bath. Ask one of
your close friends to massage you. Take a break from your
stressful workload and spend the day just goofing around. In
other words, have fun.
6. Eat Healthy and Exercise Regularly.
Avoid foods with lots of sugar, caffeine, or alcohol. Sugar and
caffeine may give you a brief moment of energy; but they would
later bring about anxiety , tension, and internal problems.
Alcohol is a depressant. Many people drink alcohol to