Someone stole my cookie...
RainRedfield
Posts: 597 Member
What do YOU do to fight depression and sadness?
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I load some really good music to my ipod and go do some cardio, have a nice shower when I get home and have some me time, watch a favorite movie or do something nice, Cook m y favorite meal etc0
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i eat choclate hehehehehehe i know it is wrong! but this is the only way i get out of my blue mood!!!!0
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I snuggle up with my kiddo and watch movies or tickle her until we're both laughing like idiots
if that isn't an option because she's "away" I set my ipod to my "*kitten* it" playlist and run until I'm totally numb mentally and physically0 -
eat a dozen frozen reese cups0
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Beer...:drinker:
~But I'm on my third day of "No beer!"~
Trying to find other ways to beat the blues...usually sunshine & swimming (i.e. the beach) does the trick!0 -
Get some exercise and get those endorphins going! I usually feel depressed when I am tired, so sleep would probably work well, for me, but since I have 3 kids, one of which is a baby, that won't happen. Feel better soon!:flowerforyou:0
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I listen to Scooter at a very loud volume... and dream of dancing the Tango with Donald Sutherland...
I thought everybody did that... I didn't realise there were OTHER mood-lifting techniques? :noway:0 -
A walk (strolling, not brisk) in the sunshine and trying a new route or taking a familiar route but try to notice something new. The exercise and sunshine lift my mood and the other part gives me something to think about other than my own problems.
Hope you get to feeling better! :flowerforyou:0 -
Throw on loud music and clean. Not always easy to get going, but setting the house back to rights makes me feel calm and collected again. If I'm really feeling lethargic, a hot shower and a good book.0
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I've heard it said the the best way to fight depression is to do something for someone else, a wife, a girlfriend, a family member, a co-worker or even a complete stranger. It may depend a lot on the level of depression though. Professional help may be advised for serious levels of depression and saddness. Take a look at WebMD and see if there is anything there that might help. For me though, doing things for my wife and a good hard workout seem to do the trick.0
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I have a "happy book" filled with things that remind me of times when things are better, and always makes me smile. I also try to write down at least one positive thing each day to try to keep my mind away from the negative thoughts. I can read back through these and it helps to get me out of a rut.0
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Too bad you're limited on the time you can exercise. The progress I can see in the mirror helps and surrounding myself with positive people. I don't have time for negativity and whining in my life. You're precious! That's something to be happy about!0
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Journaling what I'm upset about, reading a good book, calling or texting a friend, going for a walk, having a good cry, praying, etc. I started the Game On diet with some of my coworkers 2 weeks ago and my mood has greatly improved, even after receiving some bad news. As a result of the diet, I'm waking up on time everyday, eating lots of fresh produce, trying new food combinations, exercising more as well as trying new exercises. I still get stressed and anxious from time-to-time, but I'm a totally different person than I was 2 weeks ago.0
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To fight depression, sometimes I do some exercise, sometimes I eat, but that usually makes me feel worse. Sometimes I call all my friends until I find someone who has time to talk. Sometimes I email an internet buddy. Sometimes I watch TV or take a nap.
Some days are diamonds, some days are coal - quote from John Denver0 -
I try to find something to get my mind off of things...whether it be journalling, exercise, watching a movie, reading a book, talking with a friend...and I liked the idea of doing something for someone else...I know that sometimes it gets super tough, to the point you don't wanna get off the couch (i've been there), although, it is important to understand how you feel, and why you feel that way...
Hope you feel better soon!0 -
Spend time with my dog. Who can't help but smile when they bat those baby browns.0
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I ride my bike.0
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Music is usually my salvation. And the type depends on my mood. If I'm really p!ssed off, it's usually Metallica or something hard and banging. If I'm depressed, The Offspring is pretty good.0
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First: I go get my damn cookie back.. (no one takes my cookies)...
Second: Chat with friends.
Third: Have Sex.0 -
I run. Much better than how I used to handle depression (which is why I am here)!0
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