Things that help when I'm depressed
These help me stay enthusiastic about life
1. Stay busy
2. Develop interests in many things
3. Get to the point where you can look forward to doing something each day: plan this event in advance. however small.
This can be a meal, a walk, a cup of coffee outside
4. Listen to audio books
I prefer nonfiction. My library has thousands available for free. This can help you concentrate on something worthwhile
5. Develop creative hobbies
This is where you create for yourself. It can be any combination of painting, cooking, wood working, gardening, sculpture, writing, music, etc.
6. realize there are people worse off than you
This is kind of cynical but can help you realize how good you have it. There is always someone with bigger problems. They can inspire you to overcome yours or you can just feel better that you're not doing that badly.
7. Join a support group
If substance abuse or other addiction is a problem 12 step groups are good for developing a support group
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