Tell me, if you are feeling sad, what small things do you do to prevent depression

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Whatthefuck3456 · 13/09/2024 20:44

Feeling low. Apart from gp. Any advice please.

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Whippetlovely · 13/09/2024 20:53

Run, I run three times a week keeps my head straight. I was on setraline for a couple of years came off it and feel the benefits of running are so much better than ever taking that crap. Secondly work out what is making you feel bad, change what you can ie if it's your job look for a new one. Things don't change on their own you have to make an effort to change things even if it's hard.

TeeBee · 13/09/2024 20:53

Pamper my skin with nice products and start a DIY project. Power tools are my therapy.

wombpaloumbpa · 13/09/2024 20:52

Agree stay off the booze. Try to spend time with people who make you feel good?
Lots of evidence that journaling works, just writing out your feelings. I really need to do this!
Try and get enough sleep and fresh air.
Try and practice gratitude

Flossyflop · 13/09/2024 20:51

Have a bath, if you like baths that is, or a nice long shower.

Cut out all alcohol.

Go for a fast paced walk, at least 30 mins, if you can, it’s hard when you’re feeling low but it can really make a difference.

Melodysmum12 · 13/09/2024 20:51

Hmm you need to know what’s causing it.
Mine is usually PMT. I take antidepressants but it isn’t always guaranteed to work!
Sleep helps, healthy food, no alcohol, exercise I’m afraid to say!
What I WANT however is junk food, wine and to laze on the sofa!

Distraction also helps… having plans, reading, Netflix.

vincettenoir · 13/09/2024 20:51

Long walks, cooking from scratch, cinema, upbeat music, yoga, a good book.

Cheerspaul · 13/09/2024 20:49

Go for a walk in nature. Sounds stupid and I used to get annoyed when people would suggest it but it really does pull me out of a slump.

PiggieWig · 13/09/2024 20:49

I clean my bedroom and put fresh sheets on my bed so I have a nice comfy , clean place to cocoon.

TeachesOfPeaches · 13/09/2024 20:48

Stay away from the wine

Iknowwhatyouaregoingtosay · 13/09/2024 20:48

Depends if there's something specific causing it. Normally try to remind myself of all the things I have to be grateful for. Listen to music, get out of the house, have an early night etc. sometimes you just need to do what you can until it passes. I do hope you feel better soon, and see a GP if you need to.

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