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Someone help me please with depression. What do I do?

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Last Updated: 02/13/2018 at 10:23pm
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Top Rated Answers
EqualityDreamer1109
November 8th, 2015 3:16pm
When I was depressed at work, I first identify the reasons behind my feeling. Once I identify them, I try to work through them, working every possible angle while keeping focus on the positive thoughts or outcomes that I could cause. Thinking positively is hard, but talking about your feelings with supportive friends and families helps you to do so. Then I focus on doing things that I truly love rather than be stuck in the same depressing situation, and that helps me break the walls.
Greatlistener87
November 6th, 2015 2:14am
Depression is when you are overwhelmed with feelings or grieve and hurt. Normally there is a source to where this feeling comes from. Try to acknowledge the source and heal it.
Anonymous
November 14th, 2015 6:36pm
You’re not alone in this. I might not know you're situation but you are important to somebody in this world. I may not be where you are right now, but I will always show you compassion.
Anonymous
November 15th, 2015 1:09am
Make sure you make yourself happy! Consider yourself first and make sure you get lots to eat and drink!
wonderousSunshine82
November 15th, 2015 5:30am
If you've been dealing with feelings of depression for more than two weeks, the best thing to do would be to see a physician. While speaking with a Listener at 7 Cups of Tea can be helpful (and definitely feel free to do this!), a licensed physician would best know how to help you.
Anonymous
November 15th, 2015 9:38pm
You should take a moment to focus on all the positive aspects of your life. Then speak to a doctor.
Anonymous
November 18th, 2015 7:54pm
First of all, you need to seek a professional help. You need to try to understand what's causing all this. After that, you need to be surrounded by people who truly loves you and cares about you. And last but no least, try to believe in yourself. You're not in this world by mistake. You're unique.
CourageDearHeart
November 19th, 2015 1:53am
First of all, step back and take your time. Remember that you're definitely not alone in this - there are millions of people in the same place who're dealing with the same dark feeling. There are multiple ways to reach out, here with a listener, with friends or family, with a trained therapist, on an online forum. Try to give yourself credit - look how far you've come and how much you've made it through. No matter what you're dealing with, you have the fortitude to move through this as well.
interestingBerry24
November 19th, 2015 8:53pm
Try to get to the button of the depression. Asking careful questions. Let them tell you mostly just fish for ampnswers but not be blunt. Let them talk .
Charming
November 20th, 2015 12:04pm
Depression is a battle best won in numbers. Seeking help is always the first step. Find a supportive group of people that will help guide you towards the person you want to be. Depression is relentless and can put a strong fight, but always remember that there's someone out there who's fighting by your side. You are not alone, so go out there and give it your best shot. You are strong. You can do it.
Anonymous
November 20th, 2015 8:40pm
There is never an easy answer for a question like this. The first thing someone should do is see a Dr. for the symptoms they have, and then go forward from there.
Anonymous
November 21st, 2015 12:50pm
Depression , takes time You have to be strong And find peace within yourself get out more and live
Anonymous
November 22nd, 2015 3:34am
You can try to visualize the world from another point of view, don't have to be so critical on yourself, seeing everything in a negative way can harm your mental healthiness, first try to indentify what's making you feel like this, then you can try to canalize this incomformity.
CuddlySunshine29
November 22nd, 2015 9:56pm
I find sharing how you feel with somebody close to you can help, don't keep things locked up inside, if you feel really bad try speaking to your GP (dr) he can point you in the right direction. I have always found the running helps me, any for, of exercise releases endorphins which I like to call the happy hormone, try something new, find things you enjoy doing and do more of it. Life is so short and goes so fast, it's the little things that can help too like hugging somebody you care about, picking up the phone and calling somebody you haven't heard from in a while, all these things will help. Also talking helps, don't keep it inside tell people how you are feeling :-)
NermeenShafi
November 22nd, 2015 9:58pm
You just count the things that makes you feel depressed, then try to erase them from your life gradually, until you get rid of them all.
greenJOHN1971
November 25th, 2015 6:03am
Get up get out of bet, and make some tea. Seven cups.com if need be! Just get up and do something even if you don't feel like it. Put something on your calendar, and just do it.
Anonymous
November 26th, 2015 2:24pm
Speak to someone you trust about it. It could be your friend, family or even a professional like a doctor.
admirableFaith91
November 27th, 2015 12:00pm
The best solution to depression is to figure out the reason behind it. why are you depressed? Answer this question. Figure out the problems. Try to find the solution to the reason which is causing you the depression. Find a friend who can help you to solve the problem and encourage you throughout the process. Its very important to have someone who can help you to get through. Stay strong and face your problems. Don't run away from them. Facing your fear and your problems can help you to get a better future. Be positive and don't lose hope. Be patient and try harder.
proudSun63
November 27th, 2015 6:52pm
The best way to go about that is to go to your local nursing home and speak to the activities coordinator. They can provide you with the information you need.
Leanyon777
November 28th, 2015 5:27pm
look for something that can make you have emotions me for exemple i watch animes and play games that make me feel happy,sad ancious and so more (:
BlueRaspberries77
June 4th, 2016 11:27am
Depression is hard and can be very long if you let it be, no one wants to be stuck in that black hole, especially all alone, find someone to talk to wether it be online or face to face, relax and surround yourself with good memories and keep yourself busy, that will ward the demons off, and don't always look down, it's prettier when you look up, xxx
ItsButterflyLove
January 25th, 2016 1:48pm
Depression is something really personal. If you think you might suffer from it talk to someone you trust. Remember that we are always there to listen, too. If you are searching for help you might concider talking to a psychologist or a doctor.
ForU
January 30th, 2016 8:09am
Involve yourself in something which requires you to be active , don't spend a lot of time alone , surround yourself with the people you love :) Try to explore new things and exercise , it keeps negative thoughts away .
beautifulSea24
February 4th, 2016 3:14am
Talk to your local councilor... I had bad depression when I was in high school and it was only when my friend told me to go that I went.... It helped me so much. They were so much help!
SmallCupOfYogurt
February 10th, 2016 4:34pm
Be sure to take it day by day and know depression is a process to get through. It will always help to have a group of people with you that will support and let you know that you are not alone in this. Be open to trying different things and finding ways to cope with depression triggers. YOU CAN DO IT! :)
stickydatepudding14
April 18th, 2016 2:34am
Breathe, first of all. Now the most important thing is that you don't ignore or hide your depression. You don't need to be rid of it immediately. Your first step is to manage it. Talk to people, walk in the park, smile, eat ice cream. You are not your depression. You are you : ) And you are amazing.
Alexisheretohelpyou2
January 31st, 2017 1:13pm
There's a lot of safe ways to cope with having depression. Art is a great and healthy way to express yourself: painting, dancing, drawings, writing poetry or music; the options are endless and you don't even have to be good! Another thing you can do is join a group of people. Life group at your local church, knitting circle, poetry slam, comedy club, just something to keep yourself from being isolated; because isolation is a silent killer. If you're self harming to cope or thinking of ending your life, PLEASE DONT, it's just a storm you have to wait out. It sounds cliche but it's something that will end eventually. Don't forget about all the people who love and care about you and how much they'd miss you. Even if you don't believe you have someone who'd miss you, I would because I know how depression can make you think like that. Stay strong, and don't isolate yourself
Anonymous
February 13th, 2018 6:18pm
Dealing with depression and that too alone is not so easy. First think about the reasons which is making you feel depressed although you don't always need a reason to be depressed. Then talk to your closed ones about how you are feeling and you actually need help. It's better to visit a clinical psychologist with someone and get diagnosed and treated because depression is curable and no one deserves to go through such a rough punishment
Anonymous
November 13th, 2017 8:37am
I would recommend that you first talk to a mental health professional to ascertain where you could be supported.
Anonymous
January 23rd, 2016 3:01am
Find something that you love to do, despite your depression. Speak do your doctor and do not be afraid! Always remember that you are not alone!