Do you suffer from depression? There’s no reason to be ashamed of how you feel. There’re millions of others around the world that suffer from chronic depression, bipolar disorder (manic depression) & many other types of this mental health disorder. You need to learn how to deal with depression in order to be easily able to get on with your life & function, at least somewhat normally.
People that have never been depressed can sometimes not actually be very compassionate towards others that have this problem. It is very easy to criticize something that you have never experienced, how ever, depression is a proven medical disorder & anyone that does not have any compassion for all those that suffer with it may as well be making fun of some one with a broken leg. What’s the difference? They’re both proven medical issues?
Anyway, the very best way to deal with depression is to do your best to avoid those that criticize, eat healthy foods, especially fresh fruits & vegetables, do not isolate yourself, no matter how much you want to, & get lots of hard, strenuous exercise. I mean bust your rear end until you break a really good sweat. Joining a gym is a great option! Get down there early in the morning at least five days a week & really crank out some exercise. Cardio is excellent for battling depression. Exercise kicks up the endorphins in your brain & makes you feel good.
Another thing that I have found that helps me is to eat hot foods. There is more. This is no joke. The endorphins kick in, which is the same thing that happens when you exercise. I will eat fresh jalapenos or use some of my “nuclear hot” habanero sauce to give myself a good jolt. I have even started collecting & tasting many different brands of hot sauces. Hey, do not knock it until you attempt it!
These are ways that I use to deal with depression & I continue to use them because they work. If you do not have a clue about how to deal with depression yet, why not attempt what works for others? You just never know. It could make a big difference in how you feel.
Joe Stevens is a disabled veteran that writes articles on different topics that interest him or affect him. You can get many more tips to help your depression & anxiety by visiting http://www.articlesaboutdepression.org/ or by simply clicking on How To Deal With Depression
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