Coping skills

@Booksandtea17 I'm sorry to hear that you're going through a challenging time. Finding healthy coping skills and engaging in hobbies can be very beneficial. Some people find solace in activities like journaling, art, music, or spending time in nature. Incorporating regular exercise into your routine and practising meditation are proven methods that many find helpful in managing depression. Additionally, seeking support from a mental health professional can provide valuable guidance and personalized strategies to navigate through depression.

It might take some trial to discover what works best for you, but I'm here to support you along the way. If you ever want to talk more about it or explore coping strategies, feel free to reach out 😊

@Booksandtea17 hugs you tightly ❤ depression is very hard to cope with I know. Bless you ❤ art helps me, I guess any form where you can express yourself is helpful. Like painting, journaling or writing poems etc. But the most important thing is to be kind to yourself, do whatever makes you happy. Just one step at a time, it will get easier ❤❤remember your not alone , we are all here for you every step of the way ❤

@Booksandtea17 I drink a lot of hot tea. It's a hug to myself in a cup, I suppose. I just try to take care of myself like I'm someone else. Sometimes that person is my favorite fictional character. It helps.

Hi Booksandrea17. Let me share my story and maybe it will help you. I have been dealing with depression for over 20 years. My last battle was about 6 months ago and it hit me pretty hard so I decided to see a psychologist for the first time in about 7 years. It helped me a lot. He discussed how anxiety and depression actually work and he also suggested for me to read 2 books. The 10 Best Ever Anxiety Management Techniques and Feeling Good. They discuss not only coping skills but talk about how the brain works in regards to anxiety and depression. I really liked the books and I am still reading them. I am not a huge fitness guy but for the last 5 months or so I take a walk in my hilly neighborhood and I also jog a little bit to get my heart rate up. This helps me tremendously. I usually do it on my lunch break because I work close to home. I am also on an anti depressant which is 20 mg of Lexapro and when I go through my anxiety/depression episodes I will take Klonopin. There is hope and you will be ok. Trust me.