I sense depression coming, what do I do?

[Anonymous]

I got fired from the job that I love doing, so I took a part-time job doing something that I hate and doesn't pay much at all. I know I failed my accounting test that I took this week for my class, and I'm afraid to see the results. No girls want to date me. I refuse to go on antidepressants, all the side effects from psychiatric drugs make me sick. Recently I have been staying in bed until noon when I finally get up. What can I do to avoid from falling further down the slippery slope?

[abzence]

I think one way is to create positive distractions that keeps you away from entering the negative spiral that makes you dwell on things until depression.

Depending on your personality, such things could be watching a good movie, reading books, going to the gym, hanging out with friends, etc. I think a big part of avoiding depression it to keep yourself mentally stimulated. Taking up hobbies, learning new things, meeting new people.

Engage your curiosity and creativity. It makes life feel more colorful and not so gray and depressing.

[Smmyskittles]

What helps me, is going to the gym. You stay until you sweat, do different machines, high weights, push yourself.

Find some really motivating/inspirational songs, posters, and quotes.
Call some of your closest friends, go out and do new activities, and play some games!

Don't let yourself get caught up in that sad/pity/depressing wave.
Keep your head up, I know you'll get through this! :)

[Polocrew]

High weights, that's hot ha

[Polocrew]

Lift brahhh