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What kind of things help when you feel so low you can't even cope?

Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Apr 8, 2015
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I like to make a plan and be really kind to myself. I write down all the things that are causing me stress or to feel low etc. and I put the list away some where. Then I try to have a me day, I slowly do things for myself, get out of bed, eat, take a shower/bath, for me tidying helps clear my mind, do some relaxation. When I feel more calm I look at my list again - I make two more lists, things that are in my control and things that are out of my control. I will try to work at the things that are in my control and tell myself that what is going to happen with the rest is going to happen if I worry/think/stress about it or not. It doesn't solve everything but it helps make some things a lot more clear and I can cope a little better.
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Profile: Lirra
Lirra on Dec 20, 2016
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When I feel that way, I go to a place I feel safe, and cry it out. For me, I like to go to my linen cupboard, crawl in there and sit in the pitch black. I try to remove other stimuli so I can focus on my thoughts and my body. I allow myself to break down and sob. It helps me although I know it doesn't help everyone. I let my thoughts go to the worst places and think things I know aren't true. Then when I have finally got it all out, I go somewhere else, write out all my problems methodically, and come up with better ways to think about them. I cross out the things I know aren't true. I reword things I have made worse in my head. I figure out which problems are legitimate, and try to figure out what I need to do to work on them. After Im done, I am exhausted, but clear headed and calm.
Profile: heavenlySun21
heavenlySun21 on May 24, 2015
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Exercise has been shown to rebalance dopamine and serotonin chemicals in the depressed brain much like anti depressants
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jun 23, 2015
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In my experience things that helped were using my support network -- and expressing how I was feeling. The worse thing I did was trying to hide away , it just magnifies the feelings and made me feel so alone.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on May 28, 2015
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i look for options, talk with my therapist, try exercising, or even look for friends to vent to... there are so many options out there, search within yourself and the answers are there...
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jun 10, 2015
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Talk about your feelings. Look for that person who you can trust and will listen to you. It helps you to extract the bad things that you are holding within you it and gives a you great relief.
Profile: Larzy
Larzy on Sep 1, 2015
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Spoiling yourself may help, Doing what you love.
Profile: lovelyLake94
lovelyLake94 on Dec 15, 2015
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Pets help me get through low times. When a cat purrs and when a dog licks your face. And playing with them.
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Taking small steps and goals that are achievable, using resources that are already available to you or are easy to access. Rewarding yourself constantly after accomplishing small and big task such as going for a short walk, completing a house hold chore etc. other things that can help you to cope is to do positive activities that you enjoy such as cycling, swimming, ringing a friend or relative, listening to relaxing music, reading a book, watching a movie, talking to a listener on 7cups (we are always here to listen to you!)
Profile: Storm48
Storm48 on Apr 16, 2015
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I find that it helps to take a moment to just relax and be in the moment. Take deep breaths and clear your mind. Ground yourself by thinking about where you are, how your surroundings smell, look, feel, feel every breath in your body and notice where the air goes. Sometimes, just taking a moment to "be" can really bring you to a better state.
Profile: Ksha97
Ksha97 on Aug 4, 2015
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I take a deep breath, in my head , I try adopting a positive attitude saying it all gonna be okay, it is just a matter of time, tomorrow gonna be another day , my time to rise and shine is near
Profile: Clobeans
Clobeans on Aug 4, 2015
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knowing that there are people there for us like us here at 7 Cups of Tea helps me know that there are other people feeling this way and a lovely network there to help us feel better
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Sep 21, 2015
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im listening good music, go with bike on the wood and feel the air from there, recharge my battery, or i start make a new recipe of food
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Anonymous on Sep 28, 2015
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Things that help to be honest, is working out. For when I'm full of frustration and anger, I definetely workout. For feeling low, I rant about it/post relatable quotes on an app called 'Vent'. :)
Profile: Theupsid3
Theupsid3 on Nov 30, 2015
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When I feel low I work out or train for soccer. Most the time a gym is available but when it's not I just head to the soccer field and put in some hours.
Profile: MovingForward23
MovingForward23 on Dec 15, 2015
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Music is a big one for me- When I am feeling low I like to slowly bring myself into reality wiht some motivational music. When I feel ready to begin to move, I meditate!
Profile: sydxxchristie
sydxxchristie on Dec 28, 2015
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Laying in bed until it passes, watching Netflix or movies, drawing, writing, talking, being with others.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jan 4, 2016
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Doing something that you love or being around people (or a person) that you love or that love you :)
Profile: CaringBrit
CaringBrit on Feb 1, 2016
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what i find helps when i feel so low i cant cope is distractions so stuff like hobbies, listen to soothing music , mindfullness excercises , journalling , gaming
Profile: Irenicus
Irenicus on Feb 2, 2016
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Listen to your breathing. Breath slow and deep. Go for a walk and get fresh air, even when all you want to do is be closed off in doors away from the world.
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