What do you do to feel better when you are depressed?

[Anonymous]

[IslaTheWitch]

I'd this is just the floating feeling, related to the weather, last events or just something in me and I know it won't stay for longer, I go for long run. It's a run until I hit a pure exhaustion. It's painful but also clears the mind in the fantastic way.

Sometimes, when the weather is not for running (slippery or to hot) I try to refocus. I write my stories or read my favorite books. For me watching movies and series doesn't work but you can also try it.

But if this depression state stays longer with you, please contact psychologist or psychiatrist. Depression itself is an illness and should bevtreated in proper way.

[Asker]

Thank you for the helpful suggestion ❤

[AutumnSerenity]

When I was younger I used drawing & painting as a way to distract myself from negative thoughts. As I got older, whenever I felt sad, I started focusing on things that I knew would make me happy (moving away, learning a new language, traveling, changing careers, etc.). I’d get so deep into my research & goal-setting that I forgot how sad I was because I realized that life was mine to design. The world is yours, the only obstacle is the war in your mind.

[Asker]

This is so well said thank you ❤ I do agree that my mind is my only obstacle as I deal with anxiety and low self esteem

[AaronKrieger]

Put in work for long-term improvement, which I understand is hard to do if you are depressed, but our habits (lifestyle) is often the cause of it. Even if it's not the only one - it will help deal with it.

[mobiusforniner]

Play music. Like studying a new song or learning a new instrument. Channeling that emotional energy into something constructive. Giving it meaning. Giving life meaning.

[pascal_climbs]

Go out for a hike in nature

[ChicoFromThe305]

I just watch things that will lighten my mood

[sirderpsalot123]

Fishing/play video games

[TiaNour]

I just accept it and do whatever I needa do

[LavLavLuv]

Hit the gym