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How can I stay motivated when I suffer from depression?

69 Answers
Last Updated: 11/10/2020 at 8:47pm
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Johanna Liasides, MSc, PhDc

Psychologist

I work with youth and young adults to help them improve depressive symptoms and self-esteem as well as effectively address family, relationship and peer conflicts.

Top Rated Answers
ChamomileComfort
November 6th, 2014 3:57am
Be willing to delegate tasks, do minimum necessary work, and be with other people whenever possible.
Anonymous
November 8th, 2014 12:17am
Try to find new things that you might somehow enjoy. Try different things from what motivated you before. Also, I'd consider learning more and more about everything, that way you get interested in something else and somehow you motivate yourself to learn more.
Sydnee
November 13th, 2014 3:50pm
When I suffered from depression, I always found a book to read that lifted my spirits. A book that I will never forget that always made me smile was the Pushing the Limits series.
Anonymous
November 16th, 2014 7:03pm
reason is one of the most powerful things i have encountered so find a reason and get the work done.
Anonymous
November 17th, 2014 1:54am
Keep yourself surrounded by the ones you love. Also do the activities you enjoy most as much as possible.
Anonymous
November 19th, 2014 8:24pm
The best way to stay motivated is to find a couple of friends and do something that you think you will enjoy. If you go out on a long walk, it will keep you active and healthy.
craftyunicorn
April 3rd, 2015 6:05am
Set achievable goals for yourself. IE. getting out of bed in the morning - getting a healthy breakfast
Anonymous
April 4th, 2015 1:38am
You can keep yourself motiveted when you suffer from depression, by understanding what depression actually is. Remember that all you are going through is due to depression and once it gives control over you, you are free to move ahead freely in your life. Keeping this thought in mind, you can motivate yourself.
Anonymous
April 4th, 2015 6:48pm
motivation is the hardest thing to get when you are depressed. but, if you try to see the positive things in everything, it's easier. Try to set a goal for everyday, something that will make you get out of bed everyday :)