Tuesday, March 1, 2016

Distractions from your Depression!

Techniques That Have Helped Me:
-Exercise!!!
-Spend time in a social atmosphere
-Watch a funny show, movie, favorite video, etc.
-Cut out inspirational photos and quotes from magazines
-Make an "achievement box" of all the things you've done well to remember these accomplishments by
-go through old photos
-make art: paint, draw, use stamps
-Take a relaxing, warm bath, with a magazine and perhaps a Lush bath bomb or bubble bar (this is good for anxiety as well)
-Go to the library or a local coffee shop
-Talk to a friend for support
-Make a nice meal for yourself
-Spend time with a pet
-Play an instrument
-Do a crossword personal or (my personal favorite) Mad Libs!
-Listen to some upbeat, happy music and dance around your room
-Journal about what you're currently feeling to get it all out in the open
-Take a nap
-Organize your desk, shelf, or closet
-Do some volunteer work
-Sew, crochet, or make a quilt
-Cuddle with somebody :)
-Count and organize your money
-Read the book "How to Be Totally Miserable"

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