5 Amazing Ways To Manage Depression

Depression can strike anyone at any time, sad and unfortunate, but true. :( How do u deal with an overwhelming feeling of sadness when it overcomes u? I have compiled a list of 5 amazing ways to help u move beyond the depressed feeling and onto a better outlook, but remember, only u can do these things, no one can MAKE u feel happy or take ur sadness away, it takes time, effort and patience on ur part alone. :) Family, friends, loved ones, they are only a tool in how u can help urself not a means of controlling ur depression, js.

#1. Recognize Cognitive Distortions

Cognitive distortions is a way of thinking that makes u see the world through misty glasses. It is unhelpful to see the world and urself through these type of views. It is learned so with practice can be unlearned. :) Recognize negative ideas. Rethink the 'all or nothing' thinking, do not personalize a situation and stop mind reading, lol. Journal all things that happen when ur depressed and u will see where certain things fit into the way u deal with ur depression and u can then start dealing positively with what contributes to ur sadness and in turn u will begin to see the world in a less misty view.

#2. Shift that focus

When we feel depressed it usually means we are focusing on things to hard. We need to refocus our thoughts. Step back at the time u feel depressed and take an inner look at what u are focusing ur attention on. Tell urself "I need a break", then focus on something else. Go out and take a walk in nature, sniff the flowers, read a chapter in a book, sip some tea, anything u do can refocus ur attention from what is contributing to ur depressed and sad feelings.

#3. Observe

People watch. Observe how others around u deal with and handle depression, sadness, feelings of upset and disappointment. Gain ideas from those around u when u see the positive ways of handling depression, what do these people do? Incorporate their positive actions and views into a practice for urself. :)

#4. Create a space

Create a sacred space somewhere in ur home that is just for u to relax and take a break from the stresses in life. This space is urs alone so be sure to make it beautiful, have a scented candle, pictures of things that make u feel good, inspirational books, a place for ur favorite coffee cup, ur favorite pillow, a soft throw for on those chilly days or nights. Make it peaceful and relaxing. Have a CD player with meditative music at the ready. This is UR sacred, non-stressing area. Keep it clean and read for each time u need to go there. One rule...u cannot think of negative things and can only relax here! :)

#5 U can handle anything

Recognize that u are a strong person and any issues that come ur way that contribute to ur depression and sadness, u CAN handle. Ur emotions at the time trick ur brain into thinking the worst, but if u place ur issues onto paper in a list, u can tackle them one at a time. If the issue is a person, take a break from the person...as in, get away from the negative person, either drop them from ur life or talk to the person about ur feelings, if this is not possible, pray about the situation and ask for guidance. Look for solutions to situations that contribute to ur sadness and also seek professional help if u feel another could guide u to helping urself better than u alone can do, there is no shame in seeking professional help when situations feel out of control. :)

These are my ideas on helping urself overcome depression and sadness. It wont happen over night, but with time and practice it will begin to show in ur attitude and behaviors, ur emotions will be calmer. :)

Thank u for reading and have a blessed day!

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