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7 Tips to cure depression

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By Som DuttPublished about a year ago 4 min read
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7 Tips to cure depression
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Depression is a serious condition that affects millions of people every year. It doesn't discriminate, but those who suffer from depression are often stigmatized and ignored. The good news is that you don't have to be depressed for long before you begin to feel better! If you're suffering from depression, here are some tips on how to cure it:

Take ownership of the situation.

Often, we blame ourselves for our depression and other problems in life. We think that if we were just better at something, or had more friends or a better job, then everything would be perfect. This is called “internalizing” your problem—you're blaming yourself for an event that happened outside of your control or ability to change it. When you internalize a problem, it becomes an excuse for why things aren't going well in your life; instead of saying "I don't have enough money" or "I'm not the best person," you might say "I'm too lazy/stupid/selfish." It makes sense at first glance: if there was something wrong with me (like my inability to get up early), then I must be responsible for this behavior because I am basically worthless as far as my own self-worth goes!

Don't take it personally.

When you're depressed, one of the most powerful things that can be done to help yourself is to not take things personally. This doesn't mean that you should ignore what's happening, or that there's nothing wrong with you—but rather than focusing on the bad stuff in your life, focus on how awesome and amazing everything else is! The world has plenty of positive things going on right now; don't let depression make them seem less important because they're overshadowed by something negative happening at work or home.

Use your brain to find solutions.

The first thing you can do to help yourself is to use your brain. If there's a problem, find out why it's happening and how it can be fixed. You might discover that there isn't anything wrong with you at all; maybe someone else has been causing problems for you because they didn't know how to deal with them in the first place!

It takes bravery and strength of character to ask for help from others when we're feeling down in the dumps, but if we don't get over our fear of rejection or embarrassment, then we'll never find solutions for ourselves—and that would be tragic indeed!

Embrace change.

Change is inevitable. It’s the way of life and it can be scary, but change is also a good thing for your mental health.

If you are suffering from depression, then embracing change may help alleviate some of those symptoms. Here are some tips on how to embrace change:

Identify your strengths and weaknesses.

What are your strengths? What are your weaknesses?

When you're depressed, it's easy to lose sight of how much you have to offer in life. Being able to identify what makes you special will help bring back that confidence and self-esteem that may have been lost during this time of struggle.

Look past what's happened in the past.

The first step to curing depression is looking back and not dwelling on what has already happened, but instead focusing on how you can move forward from your situation. You may have been down for a long time, but don't let that define who you are or what makes up who YOU are now! You must look at the present and make choices based on it—not based on what happened before or after

Get healthy, physically and mentally.

Exercise regularly. If you want to feel better, get some exercise! It’s something everyone should do anyway, but it can help reduce depression symptoms in many people who suffer from it.

Eat well: You might think that dieting is the best way to lose weight or improve your health—but this isn't necessarily true for everyone. For some people with depression, eating a healthy diet can be helpful because it boosts their moods and makes them happier overall

People with depression bring forth their own unique experiences, but these tips can help you overcome it anyway!

Depression is a serious illness. It's not something to be ashamed of, but it can be overcome—and it takes time!

Depression is caused by a combination of genetic factors and environmental influences. Some people may have more sensitive brains than others; they're more likely to develop depressive symptoms at an earlier age or in response to stressors that others don't see as stressful at all (like having a bad day at work).

Fortunately, there are ways you can change your thinking patterns so that you feel better about yourself and your life:

Conclusion

No matter what type of depression you have, there are always solutions. Whether it’s medication or talk therapy, these tips can help you deal with your symptoms and get better as quickly as possible. The most important thing is to stay engaged in your treatment plan. It may take some time before your symptoms begin to improve, but with patience and persistence, recovery is possible!

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About the Creator

Som Dutt

I write about Psychology and Philosophy. I am the top writer in Psychology and Philosophy on Medium.com

https://somdutt777.medium.com

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  • Liviu Romanabout a year ago

    Your story was truly inspiring, and I'm grateful to you for sharing it with all of us. Your writing really struck a chord with me, and I'm excited to see what else you have in store for us in the future.

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