Combating Mild Depression

What is depression ? It is a feeling of helplessness. A feeling of being let down, A feeling of disappointment , self-pity. It maybe due to a feeling of failure or an actual (real) failure in any event. What is common here - its the word "feeling". So , its just a feeling. As with any other feeling , it will stay for some time and vanish. It is NOT the real you. It is just an outer cover of thoughts which when peeled off , makes you the true you.

It is nothing but temporary or passing feeling. But many of us give it so much importance that it finally affects our health.How do we combat or fight these feelings of depression ?

Some suggestions which might help :

• Accept it is temporary. It will also pass.
• Do not brood over past events or failures. Its best to leave it behind. What has happened was destined to happen. Instead look at your present and future where you can still succeed.
• Look at the brighter side of things. Every cloud has a silver lining. Every failure is a lesson learnt.
• Look at the big picture of events. You are a wonderful creation of HIM. HE is taking care of all his creation and you are no exception.
• Do not associate with people who demotivate you or let you down.
• Be active - exercise regularly. Exercising or brisk walking creates harmones which makes you feel good.
• Get involved in interesting and creative activities of your choice
• Help someone. By helping even a small bit , you can get out of depression.
• Play any sport , preferably physical - Just 10 minutes of playing your favourite game will cheer you up
• Make laughter a habit - see comedy films, TV shows , read comics , watch Cartoons with your child.
• Get involved enthusiastically with your childs school activities , project work or play.
• Do not get into self-pity or blaming yourself.

Today is the first day of the rest of your life. Make the most of what is left !