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Overcoming Depression

Depression is a scary, dark place; however, you can blossom out of it.

Jenna Salemie

Mar 09, 2020

Missouri State University

Photo by Sydney Sims on Unsplash

I'll be honest, I hate depression. I am pretty sure you all can attest to that statement. I have been on depression medication for about three years now... yeah, it helps, but not in the way I want it to. I promise you that there is hope. I have found some ways that work for me, and hopefully they can work for you too!

1. Wake up, open your blinds, and listen to songs that make you happy.

Trust me when I tell you that sunlight is therapeutic. Start your morning bright and uplifting. While you're taking a shower or getting ready, listen to some upbeat music! Opening the blinds and listening to music will get you awake and ready for the day. If nothing goes right during your day, you can be happy that you had a morning to relax and have time to yourslelf

2. Every morning look in the mirror and compliment yourself.

I started doing this recently, and it has really boosted my confidence. I have big problems with my self worth and letting people's opinions affect me. Reminding myself of who I really am every morning helps me. Sometimes I even write cheesy things on my mirror with dry erase marker. Starting the day by loving yourself is the best way to go.

3. Keep a journal of all your daily blessings.

When I am depressed, I tend to focus on everything horrible in my day. It really gets me down and makes me sad. I found that writing down every good thing that happens to me makes me focus on what really matters. We tend to get so caught up on the negative things in life that we forget to thank God for the blessings He gives us daily.

4. Go to the doctor's and get medication.

Honestly, this isn't for everyone. I was skeptical at first. I didn't want to be known as "the girl who is on medication because she can't control her emotions". I finally decided to try it, and I saw a huge difference. My doctor prescribed me Celexa, which helps take in serotonin. I am very glad that I took the opportunity to take meds. Don't ever be ashamed of asking your doctor for help. Sometimes, we can't do it alone. We need help, and that's okay.

5. Surround yourself with positive people.

I am going to be point blank with you. If negative people are causing you anxiety, cut them out. They are not worth your time. You deserve friends who will encourage and love you. Don't settle for just anyone.

6. Go out and have fun with your friends.

Going out with my friends is a great way to get my mind off of everything. Let loose and have fun! You deserve it. :)

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Depression is a scary, dark place; however, you can blossom out of it.

1. Wake up, open your blinds, and listen to songs that make you happy.

2. Every morning look in the mirror and compliment yourself.

3. Keep a journal of all your daily blessings.

4. Go to the doctor's and get medication.

5. Surround yourself with positive people.

6. Go out and have fun with your friends.

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And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

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6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

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