jeudi 3 novembre 2016

Learning How To Conquer Depression

By Nancy Bennett


Depression can leave you feeling as if there is nowhere to escape to. It is a disorder which can become severe, but you can also learn how to conquer depression so that it does not drag you down. This is very important otherwise you will find that there is no way out. People who are severely depressed can also become anxious, so one really needs to deal with this as soon as they feel there is a problem.

People who have been depressed for a long time may also turn to drugs and alcohol. This can also be a form of comfort. They may find that they are able to numb the pain. However, in the morning, they will go through the motions once again and it is basically like a vicious cycle in your life. Drugs and alcohol definitely don't do you any good.

There are certain things that you can do in order to raise the serotonin levels. Serotonin is responsible for the way you are feeling about life. People who don't have enough of this will be fighting a losing battle. They may have to turn to medication. However, there are natural ways in dealing with this. Once you know what suits you best, you will start to notice the difference in your life.

As soon as you get up, write down a couple of things in your journal. This type of writing can act as the healing process that you may be going through. Some people go through a bout of depression for no reason at all. However, there are people that become depressed because of a particular situation, such as grief, divorce or an adjustment disorder, for example.

You also need to develop a level of self compassion. One needs to learn to love themselves. Of course, this does not come over night. However, with practice you will definitely grow. You may need to work with someone else. There are groups that you can join and this is how self esteem and confidence begin to work.

Learn to start the day with a little meditation or quiet time. It can take time to get into something like this. Psychologists recommend that mindfulness is a good technique for someone who is feeling depressed because you learn to let go of any negative feelings in your life. It is especially good for someone who has been through some trauma in their life.

There are physical aspects that are very important. Obviously it is important to eat the right things and to stay away from drugs and alcohol. One should also get enough exercise. However, when you don't sleep enough you are going to be even more exhausted.

You will be inspired and fulfilled by taking a walk out in nature. There is so much that you can get from this. It will take away a lot of the stress and anxiety after a long day at the office. You will find that your thoughts will travel elsewhere.




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