Home
Artists
Search Recent Random
Posts
Search DMs Popular Hash Lookup Tags Random
Importer
Import FAQ
Register
Partychan Matrix ThePornDude
Home Artists Posts Import Register
The Offical Matrix Groupchat is online! >>CLICK HERE<<

I’m so unbelievably depressed (Patreon)

Published:
2021-02-10 00:17:51
Imported:
2021-02

Content

I can’t work, nothing brings me joy not tv or music or gaming, I have no appetite, I don’t want to be touched or talked to, I’ve just been feeling an existential dread all day and I don’t know how to shake it.

Anybody care to share any of their go to moves to try and not be so depressed?

Comments

Scarlett Dygola

Stardust is a great comfort movie, it’s on Netflix!!

jabari p

I’m so sorry pd you feel this way. Please take time off if u continue to feel bad. I watch Pixar movies when I’m really feeling bad. Specifically inside out and the incredibles

Shayla Lackey

First I want to say, take your time! Don’t force yourself to post again! We can always wait! Your health comes first! Also have you ever tried meditation? Or even picking up a new hobby

Asma Alharbi

Do some challenges..

Daniella Heart

🍃🍃 it helps also music in the background (if you know u know)

BaoziBang

Feeling similar today so I rewatched some drama episodes I love while reading. It is both distracting and comforting.

Anonymous

I know it’s hard because of CoVID but try going for walks...it might not help straight away but eventually you’ll enjoy getting out in the fresh air. Also if you don’t want to talk to anyone try writing down your feelings. Things will and do get better I promise, I know it’s something everyone says but it’s true. Hang in there!!!

mist

I think Little Forest (2018) would be a nice comfy film to take ur minds off things

Anonymous

Pick something, literally anything, that you can look forward to, then make a plan for whatever it is (i know there's a lot that doesn't sound good right now 💜) and stick to it. My therapist has told me that giving yourself something to look forward to can help ease the present pain while you try and get well enough to do something else

Anonymous

Honestly fresh air helps me so much. Even if you don’t have the energy to go outside which I often don’t, just opening a window and sticking your head out and just breathing helps me to just calm everything and lifts my mood a bit. Especially now in winter when it’s a bit colder

shivan lachman

Try working out. Just a little. Even just packing a blanket in a bag and doing curls can release dopamine in your brain. It’s hard to do at first but especially if you’re like me and down work out at all then a little bit of exercise will force your brain to produce dopamine and seratonin. It’s also healthy for you but the chemical reaction is probably what you’re looking for. I hope I can help some. I love watching your videos because you care about all the details that go into make something great and not just good. I’ve been wanting you for years and I really don’t think there’s any YouTube out there who does long form reaction content because of just how draining it is. Please know that not just me but the entire community knows you work hard to make 20 minute videos consistently for us! We love you PD!! ❤️

Lore

Something cathartic usually helps me in these situations. Rather than looking for things that would normally make me happy, I kinda dig into music or tv that’ll make me feel sad or emotional. Sometimes I’ll find a piece of media that’ll have me crying without realising it and I’ll feel a little lighter and more able to climb out of that funk better.

JazzBeDamned

I have found that journalling helps me articulate my thoughts and feelings and better understand them and eventually find healthy coping mechanisms. Give that a try. I know it doesn't work for everyone, but it's worth a shot imo.

Sophie Antilla

i like rewatching movies and shows i watched as a child (i recently watched a series of unfortunate events with jim carrey in it), that feeling of nostalgia helps me feel so much better

Mira S

I’m sorry you’re going through this now, always know that it will pass eventually. I know you said you don’t want to talk to anyone, but I always find catching up with friends I haven’t talked to in a while to be refreshing. Keeping yourself and your mind distracted is key to getting out of this state. Stay strong!!

Pooge

I don’t know how effective it’ll be for you, but as a Stray Kids fan, listening to all the encouraging and empathetic messages Bang Chan gives is beyond empowering and helpful for me. again, i know it may not be the go to for everyone, but he manages to handle his words so well and his voice is so comforting. you can find clips and compilations on youtube if you’d like to watch or listen, pd 💛

Anonymous
>>53292113

I hate writing but these days I've found that this helps me too

Anonymous

Taking breaks and just doing nothing can really help.Also, going on a walk to get some fresh air, taking a nap, eat your go to comfort food and the movie soul is a great movie :)

Regyiena

Try going outside even though it maybe cold try to just take a stroll. Breath in all the nature around you. Get well soon!!!

Anonymous

2 things that help me are taking walks or a light hike in an area with nature (either not in a city or a park dense enough to not notice) and treating this like taking medicine even if I don't really want to do it; and making plans for something I'm excited about even if its unrealistic, impossible or just way in the future.

Sara Westby Hoel

One thing that I do, is stop trying so hard. Like I stop watching deep tv shows, and keep everything light and superficial. Me not being able to pay attention to friends is a lot less crippling than like Chernobyl. At least for a couple of days I play paint by numbers on my phone and watch friends and modern family and take it one day at a time, and if that’s too hard then, one hour, one minute, one second at a time. You are also not alone. And sometimes things just suck for a while, and that’s okay. :)

icvicv

I’m going through a funk myself because the last 3 years of my life have been incredibly difficult because of things out of my control and I feel sometimes that no matter how hard I try crap keeps happening but truth is that so many bad and I mean BAD things have happened to me since I was a child. Things that shouldn’t happen to anyone but I’m still here and I feel they’ve made me into a better person. Right now I’m at the height of the BS that has been happening for 3 years so I’m struggling to be productive with every day tasks like showering and eating healthy etc because I’m out of energy by just existing but I’m trying to remind myself that so far I’ve overcome everything and I will overcome this too. If I can’t shower for a few days that’s ok. If I can’t be as productive as I want for a few days that’s ok. It’s ok to not be ok. We are still here and we are incredibly strong and this too shall pass. Sending you love PD 💪 you are not alone

WiseSmellyLegs

First of all... how Going Crazy can’t bring you joy anymore?? To be more serious. I feel sorry to hear that... I don’t know, it’s to general to give advise like that. Somebody is already mentioning Pixar Movies... so have you seen Soul? It’s wonderful!

Serena

Tangled is like my fav disney movie and i just love watching it over and over and it always makes me smile. Same goes for The Princess and the Frog

Marianna Lovaszi

Learning something new usually helps me to get going again, not even necessarily a skill, for example a historical era, or some science question, I can get immersed and read about for hours. Also, I'm not one to pop pills immediately, but sometimes it helps to give the initial push on a path to get better. :) Of course this is something to be consulted with a doctor.

Anonymous

I go on walks or hikes and connect with nature. it takes a little strength and planning to drive to a place that is secluded, but having a good look at the city from a height really puts things in perspective. plus fresh air ALWAYS helps.

Legacy

Firstly, I empathise with you terribly and I hope you’re able to find you healthy coping and healing mechanism soon. Therapy sessions work for me, when you find the right therapist it truly helps. It doesn’t work for everyone because everyone is different but finding a person that can understand the nuances of YOUR SPECIFIC experience I believe is key. I’m a black-immigrant-(left my hone country when I was 3yo + struggle to assimilate to any culture)-bisexual-woman and understanding the nuances of that identity was key for me. I will always support you as a patreon. I hope that gives you the tiniest bit of comfort. Love x

Anonymous

This probably won’t be as much of a help but what I do is get in my comfort zone and try to watch something funny or something with animals lol something that I know will put a little on my face. Whether it be mentally or physically, I would feel a smile comeback. Or better yet, I’ll cry it out or scream it out of my system, which ever way my heart feels the need to do at that moment.

Benjamin

I'm also gonna suggest some sort of basic exercise. It can be hard for me to get motivated to do it, but regularly just moving around has always been a surefire way for me to at least keep stable. And please don't be afraid to take breaks more often!

Amberrr

I just sleep it off. If even my favorite music of my favorite artists or dramas can’t bring me joy for that moment anymore, I just do absolutely nothing. Sleep and think of my family I will always be thankful for!

Kpop_Platypus

Cuddling with my cat usually helps a bit. And spouting whatever nonsense comes into my head, stream of consciousness style, whether or not it seems to be related to any perceived issue I'm having. I'm guessing maybe you haven't signed up for BetterHelp or whatever like you'd talked about in a video. Talk therapy isn't for everyone, but for what it's worth, it did help me. Hope things improve for you soon!

Luana Sophia

I call or text someone i trust and talk about the most dumb things ever just so things can feel a little easier. Doing something different is also a good one, try to do things that doesn’t require overthinking or something that grabs your attention so bad that you just stop thinking about bad stuff midway. 🥺

Violet Joo

PD hope you feel better. Just try getting out of bed and maybe eat something sweet. I think the hardest thing to do when you're depressed is simply getting out of bed. Sending you lots of love💜

Ewtio

What I'm doing if really nothing of the things you mentioned above is sleeping it off or working out while listening to some music that hypes me up. You can also read a book, it usually doesn't help me but it does to some of my friends since you stop thinking about the real life shit.. I think you'll soon be able to find the drive to achieve your goals and dreams again!

aicrylic (aimee)

I lost my job in December so I've been at home trying to figure out what the hell I'm gonna do with my life. My job is what mainly kept me busy and distracted from my depression (I've had it for almost 7 years) so now there are lots of days where I just lay in bed and do almost nothing the entire day. I still live at home with an extremely overbearing mother so she gives me lists of things I need to accomplish day by day. They're small things, like dust the blinds, do a load of laundry, vacuum, etc. but they are things that I would absolutely let pile up if I didn't have someone telling me to do them. I also have my dog who I take for a walk every single day around my neighborhood. She's my dog, so I remind myself on those days where I don't want to do anything, that if I don't take her out for her walk no one else is gonna do it. And that she doesn't deserve to not be walked just because I'm feeling down. Something about that responsibility at least gets me to go outside for 20 mins every day. I like to do it earlier in the morning because then I'm less inclined to go lay down in bed again. I also am trying to work on my hobbies more instead of spending so much time online (which is pretty difficult) so I do some baking or cooking at least once per week. I don't know if this is helpful, but maybe it'll give you an idea. I believe in you, PD :)

Anonymous

Some short term solutions that have helped me are taking a hot bath or shower, going for a walk, a long drive to some place pretty, basically a small act to break up the monotony. Long term (and it really depends on your personality), having a routine with specific goals helps me break out of depression cycles. For example, making sure I drink at least 64 oz of water in a day, reading for 30 minutes, 30 minutes of activity. It helps me feel successful at a small level so I can tackle job and life bigger stuff.

Anonymous

If I'm in a pretty bad state where all I want to do is just lay in bed and do nothing, I pick small things I can manage to do. Things like making my bed or taking a shower. After doing a couple small tasks I usually feel slightly better and use those and stepping stones to get more things done. Sometimes being productive with things you can just do on autopilot helps with slowly getting back into it.

Chloe Borley-Evans

Getting out of the house in some way usually helps whether it's a short walk or even a drive, I love just driving while blasting some music. Also I tend to just let myself feel sad, I'll either listen to some sad or calming music, watch a touching movie, anime or kdrama or just have a good cry. If you don't really wanna talk to anyone then some of these things might help to let some emotion out by yourself :)

Anonymous

1 hr brisk walk outside. 24 hour fast. For me. Feel better!

Sydibell

Doing embroidery or weaving which I understand won't help you if you don't have the tools. I think it just helps me to be able to do something with my hands and it's something that I'm making for me and nobody else which takes away the pressure of having to make it actually good. I also listen to The Legend of Zelda soundtracks when I do cause its a game that makes me happy and the music is genuinely good.

Anonymous

hope you feel better PD. i have severe depression and struggle with ocd and anxiety as well. when i’m depressed, i try to take a deep breath. writing my feelings down helps me dump my words out physically and put it all somewhere else. a nice shower and feeling the water is something i do as well. i’m sorry you’re going thru this!

Junior Flores

I would try a new hobby something low-key but fun for you. Just try to have fun with people

Courtney Fong

Been going through some depressive episodes lately as well and felt like none of the usual things that used to bring me joy do now. Take everything one at a time and stick to some nostalgic familiar comforts. Don’t force anything. Also deep breathing techniques (breathe in for 4 seconds, hold for 7, breathe out for 8). I actually took a lot of comfort rewatching a lot of your videos or others reacting to things I like to be able to see that excitement and happiness of finding something I love again. I’m guilty of this too but don’t completely shut out the people in your life. While alone time is necessary to heal, so is the support from your loved ones whether they know what you’re going through or not.

Anonymous

Make plans for the people you care for. Think about how to maximise their happiness, and what you can add to make their lives better. Get the mental spotlight off yourself and your issues for a minute, and give yourself room to breathe. It feels good doing things for others too, and the momentary distraction can bring a bit of relief and perspective.

Sarah

I’m so sorry PD. For me it’s disconnecting and trying to think of a time that things will be better in the future. Something concrete (or atleast as concrete as possible) and not hypothetical. Right now that’s a trip to NYC in December. I have a google doc that I use to kinda think of things to do- I do research and make lists. It helps me forget my life for awhile. (This has always been my go to - even before the pandemic)

Anonymous

i find learning about whatever’s the fuck is going inside my head can help sometimes even if it’s not something i want to dwell but i think we all need to at some point to deal with it you should check out Healthy Gamer GG it’s a youtuber/twitch streamer who also happens to be a psychologist(working Harvard residential) and he talks to people about all sorts of mental health stuff including depression he’s also really entertaining too

Anonymous

Treat yourself and try to forget what bothers you (yes its hard) you could also go for walks or do something to distract yourself from the depressing feeling. Have a positive mind, and try to say to yourself that everything will be okay again. Everything bad will bring something good in the end. I hope it makes sense

Iz

As cliche as it sounds I like to look back at photos and videos of some times where life was good, it seems to calm me down. Then I tend to watch stuff that I consider ‘easy’ to watch so like tv shows or films that I’ve seen loads and don’t have to pay that much attention to but know that I enjoy them. This just seems to put me at ease and clear my mind!

Catrin

For me, I try and set one goal for my day - even if that goal is just get up from bed, have a shower or go for a short walk. And be happy when you manage to do that one thing, rather than be sad or worried by all the other things you could have done with the day. If you're feeling down, don't try and force yourself to do too much and then get frustrated with yourself for not managing stuff. These things come in waves, and I don't think theres a simple fix to snap you out of the feeling, so I'd suggest just focusing on the small victories. Take pride in the things you can manage in a day.

Anonymous

Once when I was in a really bad place, I called my oldest friend and we talked for maybe 5 hours straight about our childhood and favorite memories. By the end I was a lot happier and was able to get myself motivated again. Other than talking with someone, I would recommend going on a walk or drive to get out of the house. If you have a pet, spend some time playing with it. I’m sorry you are having a hard time right now and I hope you are taking care of your health. Feel better soon! 💛

Anonymous

i have major depression and obviously nobody is the same but it always helps me to have a routine but not having everything be the same. it keeps me busy and when i’m busy i don’t have those thoughts. i also try to avoid being in the dark unless it’s nighttime. and honestly listening to loud music like rock and just blast it

Anonymous

One of the biggest things I do is get up and just start dancing or lip syncing. I make stupid performances as I can make my body move and just overall feel lighter afterwsrds

Courtney Fong

Cooking something. It doesn’t have to be complicated but I find following a recipe is like someone telling me and guiding me through something that I’m capable of doing. The only thoughts are reading instructions and engaging the other senses of taste and smell and touch. You don’t have to eat it right away either if you still don’t have an appetite but at least it’s an accomplishment and something to enjoy later. It’s an instant result that can be enjoyed or consumed and shared. Again it can just be something simple like a rice dish or pasta. Savoury food is also less precise and technical and you can season to your own taste easily as well. It can be a recipe or dish you’re familiar with or you can challenge yourself with something new depending on your personality and mood

Em

I have been there so hard lately. I'm very sorry that you're in this place. I wish it on no one. That being said... Here is a list of things I do to pull myself out for a moment. 1. I have a playlist on YouTube that I am constantly adding to that is just random shit that makes me smile. I'll play a video or 2 from there to kinda get the seratonin flowing. Some of the videos are songs. Some are variety shows, some are just silly things that make me smile. (This one works best when you add to it while in an okay place though) 2. If I'm actively crying, I will put on Bang Bang Bang by BigBang or Goblin by ACE at top volume. It is impossible to cry while listening to either of those songs. 3. Snuggle with my dog, even if I don't want to. Because it releases good chemicals in your brain. 4. Dance as ridiculously as possible. I hate "exercising" and I have Rheumatoid Arthritis so I deal with a lot of chronic pain. But dancing is something I actually enjoy so I don't mind being sore after. 5. Talk to someone. About anything. Especially if I don't want to talk. There is a tool given in therapy, it's called "opposite action". When your depression you to stay in bed, force yourself to do the opposite. It's not always easy... And sometimes it doesn't feel worth it, even while doing it. But most of the time... Once you've done the thing that depression has said you didn't want to do... You find that you feel a little better. I hope that helped, even a tiny bit. 💛

Sapto Wibowo

I used to go for vacation to release my stress, but during this pandemic, I just listen to music mostly and watch movies. Hope, this pandemic is over and I can start go for vacation again.

Gracie828

I don't know about anyone else, but for me, it sometimes feels like all of my emotions are so bottled up that I can't feel anything. Nothing is fun, nothing is sad nothing is joyful, I just feel nothing except that I'm being weighed down. On days like those, I take my time. I let myself be depressed. I know I can't force myself into being cheerful so I don't try. What I do is try to get myself to feel something. That usually involves me either watching or reading something that I know will make me cry. I have a few movies and books that I know make me cry every time because they have similarities to my life and experiences. Once I am able to cry, it's like the lid comes off and I'm able to release all the emotions I have bottled up. I feel exhausted afterwards, but much better. I hope you can find something that helps. Depression is so incredibly draining.

Anonymous

I feel how you do when I get depressed. I don’t like to be talked to and nothing that would normally bring me joy does. Music irritates me and tv shows trigger me. And honestly nothing helps. The thing is that it’s incredibly difficult to escape your own mind and it’s recurring thoughts. I know that’s not at all helpful and I am not sure how to be. But I try to ease the thoughts and shake it off by stepping out side and breathing in some cool air, that might help. Or going for a walk. It might generally be of help to change your scenery and environment. I am so sorry that you’re feeling down. Hopefully tomorrow will be better! ❤️

Dia

Meditation. A lot of times I just need space to process and validate my feelings. To sit down and just feel what I'm going through and let it pass over me. When I'm feeling anxious or depressed, I set aside time, lie on my bed and listen to soft music and imagine myself sitting under a tree. Sometimes for five minutes, sometimes for an hour, as long as it takes for my mind to settle down and just focus on that one visual of me sitting under a tree. That's when I know I've processed everything I needed to process at the moment. Because my mind is clear enough to just focus on that one thing. Take care of yourself PD!

Giselle

My way isn't the healthiest way. Whenever depression sets in, I seek out things that makes me cry, wether it be a really sad song or sad scenes in videos or movies. It's hard to cry when you feel empty, so something that triggers the waterworks feels cathartic. Like releasing an overflowing dam. Usually now, I would listen to 'in the deep end' playlist. Songs that talks about depression or anxiety, so I don't feel so alone. Or dumb about feeling the things I feel. When you can't put your empty or noisy can to words, it helps that someone out there could. Songs that I would listen to; Breathe by Lee Hi, End, Before Our Spring by Jonghyun, Wildflower by Park Hyo Shin, whole Mono album by RM, The Last and So Far Away by Agust D, Butterfly by BTS and many others. Idk if this method works for you but i hope it at least gives you an idea Where to start.

Aubrey Whetten

Sleep forever or go on a drive. I know the first one isn't the healthiest coping mechanism but.... And being forced to put on pants kinda pushes the funk away a bit, and then my brain is distracted by having to pay attention while I drive.

rk2000

Step out of your usual routine/hobbies &amp; try to do something new that you haven’t done before. It helps when the things that you usually do to bring you joy, don’t bring you joy.

Sakura

Crafts. something monotonous to do with your hands. focus so much on that that you don't even think about anything else. puzzles, knitting, construction sets, painting cups even now I do nail art. sometimes just paint mandalas. I am usually obsessed with finishing a piece and I am like this for 2-3 days until I gain strength to face whatever it is. I learned knitting on youtube this year and made a scarf for my 93 years old grandma. So not only the process is healing, something beautiful is born from the pain.

Lauren Miller

I suffer with strong anxiety and depression and I've found that taking an ashwagandha supplement every day has done WONDERS for me! My feelings of adrenaline from anxiety and exhaustion from depression have improved quite a bit. And turmeric (with black pepper added) helps too for inflammation. Sometimes my body just straight-up aches, so taking that has helped. And lastly, they're so underrated, but sometimes when I'm depressed and can't deal with the thought of more hours in the day, I'll take a 45 minute power nap and then wake up feeling at least a bit more calm.

Anonymous

First thank you as always for being so upfront and honest. That is brave and helps maybe you or someone reading this post. You are not alone. On those days when it feels like a giant animal is on me and I just feel...empty is close to how I can describe it, I put on my most comfortable clothes and tell myself it's okay that I will not be productive today. We are allowed those days. It's ok. This pandemic is hell and that gets you trapped in your head since we are trapped in so many ways. Sometimes scents will help me, candles or even making a cup of coffee will help a little. Something about coffee beans or grounds makes me smile. I had days as a kid when I didn't want to talk and just wanted to be alone. We are not alone. You are not alone. Thank you for opening up.

Anonymous

I have been there, in the depths of depression, and while I haven't seen what everyone else has said, I want to recommend connection. Maybe think of an old friend who you still feel a lot of love for. This might be the moment to reach out and hear from them. Even if you don't talk about anything serious, just being reminded that there are people who care about you, especially people who you don't feel are "obligated" to care about you, can feel really healing. I hope that connecting with us on here has also been good, but if you need to reach out to someone who really knows you and loves you for you, do it. When I realized that I had nothing left to look forward to, nothing to really live for, I reached out to my best friend from high school (who I love and trust implicitly) and it was that connection that reminded me to keep going.

EC

Try to enjoy the little things in life PD. The simple things in life are enough reason to keep going. Try to take in the small things like watering a plant or just going on a drive (not to a destination but just a leisure drive). When you take it easy. Life becomes less complicated, your expectations lower and you appreciate things a lot more.

Hannah

Therapy! Walking in nature. Eating tasty food. Being around animals. Resting.

km

As someone who has struggled with similar things I’ve found that changing up my routine a little bit can help. You said that you aren’t finding enjoyment in this that mean a lot to you so maybe it would help to find something new you can be passionate about.The east coast weather has kept me inside but I’ve also noticed how therapeutic going outside is. I hope you feel better soon PD (and anyone who needs some extra love and support)!

Anonymous
>>53293688

This works sometimes for me, too. It works because it opens up the emotions and acknowledges it is okay to not be okay.

Kasey

For me breathing exercises , sobbing until you sleep or generally distracting yourself. Good luck we care about you!!!

EmberRain

Hey PD, I'm sorry you're having a hard day. I've been feeling similar to what you explained the last few days and that makes me feel better knowing I'm not alone. Idk if you are still taking suggestions but right now I'm doing what usually helps me. I don't want to leave my bed so I'm making it more comfortable by washing my bedding. That way I accomplish something but I'm cozy. Also I will probably type up/journal what I am feeling currently so it's out of my head in some way. I usually put on videos/shows I enjoy in the background so there's more than just silence, even if I'm not paying attention. Take care PD and thank you for being open about your mental health. I know it's not easy but it really helps those who are going through it as well.

JustCakie

When I’m sad I watch you PD. Sometimes depression make it’s so difficult to love the thing the you KNOW you love and that in itself is hard because you feel like it’s taking away what makes you you. So I watch instead. I watch people love Kpop or I watch people play video games together on Twitch. Sometimes just feeling like you’re doing something or being social when you’re not is enough to take the edge of for a few hours

non

When my depression is hitting me hard I write stories, physically write, not type. I find that it gives my brain a task to focus on, it can be a complete nonsense story but it distracts my brain enough by thinking of a plot and then not to spell anything wrong or make my writing legible. Music always has helped me and always will in a way that nothing else can but this comes as a very close second. Please don’t feel forced to post anything or do anything to keep up with schedules, we would rather you be in a good place and wanting to film things and I know you wouldn’t want to give us a half assed reaction either. So if you need to take some time for you then please do, we can wait. Put you first PD

Anonymous

When all else fails, the simplest thing of sitting next to a window and just staring outside is what I do. It may be a brick wall, it may be a tree, it may be a telephone pole. It doesn't necessarily make me feel better, it just has never made me feel worse.

Coco Liu

when depression hits... i try to surround myself with memories of the past. photobooks or find something that brings back a good memory. i also try to sleep well. eat some good food, just take a walk by myself or listen to music. hope you feel better pd.

Brooklyn

To be completely honest I haven’t found very healthy coping mechanisms myself yet. In general though I either try to distract myself and come back to it when I feel more capable of addressing it, or when I do feel able to confront it I write it out as a rant. I find my depression and anxiety gets worse if I feel I am not allowed to express how I’m feeling and I also end up shaming myself for experiencing the emotions, so writing about it uninhibited and letting myself feel what I need to helps sometimes. But that’s short term. Experiment and try stuff! But ultimately I think therapy is the best way. Thinking of you and wishing you strength ❤️

CRAYON weiwen

Watch some old anime song OP or ED piano cover, those song cheer me up and bring back some old memory when I was young. PD can have a try. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JD-sgqcx5xw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3a2pnGdCAWI

Lukáš Glumbik

I try to go out (not so doable these days, I know) and think. Maybe listen to a song or two, music helps a lot, or maybe just think through stuff in some cozy location that doesn't bring me stress (outside, bed with some tea, whatever floats your boat).

Ioana C.

I watch a lot of stuff I know I love and will make me laugh, like BTS Run, MX, SKZ variety etc, recently TXT's To do... because I know they will make me laugh no matter what and laughter releases good neurochemicals in your brain. Other times I try to stay busy no matter what, I'll work on a small project just for the sake of doing something, it's ok to lower your standards for the day, just have fun, experiment. And lastly, I can always go headshot people in Overwatch lol

Marina

Once when I was do depressed that I could hardly eat or move, believe it or not, I've just listened to Beastie Boys on repeat and watched The Voice of Australia lol. Now I usually start with a cup of tea, because sobbing and drinking doesn't match that much. If you can take a long shower or a bath, that's also relaxing at least. I even have a playlist on Spotify with the name Cheer the fuck up, that's for occasions when I'm really down. So try listening to something cheerful (or even silly) and watch something kind/funny if you can make yourself to. If not, I suggest a cup of tea, something tasty and a nap. Please hold on! I'm depressed now as well, so I kinda get how it feels when you want absolutely nothing. Just remember that every dark time ends nevertheless. It will get better!

Nico Engels

Because of time zone difference I just read this and the only help I can give is to lower your standards for these times. In addition I always try to to things that I know are fun to me. Just remind yourself whats fun to you and do those things. Do not feel guilty for not doing chores or similar things. This is what helps me most.. I hope you get better soon! And remember, we love you PD!

ejmy bures

I usually go for a walk with my earphones on and i sit on my favourite spot in the forest and just think. Somedays it helps others i just become more depressed with my thoughts.

Lachlan Cromwell

I'm not sure what your situation is atm and I can't imagine what the US is like atm especially in regards to healtchare, but have you been able to go to a doctor about it? I was quite depressed for a few years until last year I bit the bullet and went to my GP. I was put on a mental healthcare plan and anti-depressants for my anxiety and I'm doing MUCH much better now. If you haven't already it might be worth going to a doctor you know and trust and talking about it with them?

Andrea

I’m really sorry to hear that you’re having such a hard time, PD! I’m sure a lot of the tips I’m writing here you’ll already have seen. But just adding the help and advice I received and experienced and paying them forward just in case :) 1) I’m of course no mental health professional, so my first and most important advice would be to reach out for professional help if at all possible! 2) My second is to reach out to people in your life that you know care about you - even though your instinct might be to not reach out to them for some reason... Depression tells you lies like this, that you shouldn’t bother them, that they actually don’t care and so on. THAT IS A LIE YOUR HEAD IS TELLING YOU! This is just your depression talking to you - not the reality. REACH OUT TO YOUR LOVED ONES! 3) Try to acknowledge to yourself that your depression is not YOU - It’s an illness, just like a broken leg. The feelings, the hopelessness and destructive thoughts you’re having are all symptoms of depression and will go away. IT WILL GET BETTER! Endure and stick in there&lt;3 4) Try to take a short walk outside or even just go outside and sit on your porch. Sunshine is good for you and will help you get more Vitamin D - Vitamin D deficiency will actually lead to similar symptoms to depression. So drink up that sunlight! 5) Try to take a cold (or not so cold - whatever you can manage) shower or splash some cold water in your face. Anything that’ll make you feel a little refreshed. 6) Remember that everything you manage to do right now is a victory - focus on the things you manage to do, not the things you fail to do. When you’re depressed you’re whole body is working against you. Everything you manage to do outside of bed is a victory! I mean it, getting up - even just to go back to bed again after a few minutes is still a victory. 7) Find something easy to do that manages to distract you - for me it was playing the sims or watching really easy to follow entertainment that you don’t really need to pay too much attention to. And if you for any reason find joy in something - milk it for everything you can! 8) Try to regulate your sleep - find a regular sleep pattern that works for you - but I know this is hard. So don’t beat yourself down if you can’t manage to do it. All of these things I got a lot of help from my support system to do. This are concrete ways the people around you can help you if they don’t know what to do to help you. Have them drive you to the doctor, take a short walk with you, wake you up in the morning, make you something to eat and eat with you, check in and tell you it will get better. I really hope you’ll feel better soon! Remember that a lot of people both online and off love you! Take care of yourself and take the time you need to heal!

alfie

im late but i still wanna talk. start something small it’s kinda really hard especially when you’re depressed but just slowly start doing something spontaneous like what i do is shower with my clothes on in the dark for a burst of serotonin because it’s fun and it’s a good way to cope instead of doing something harmful so maybe this could be like, cleaning a small portion of your room, taking out your dishes, getting a trash bag and taking out all your trash, just start slow it gets better

Anonymous

i've been on buproprion for 2 months now and I'm slowly starting to gain back more interest in things, but obviously in conjunction with therapy. Also, one of the biggest things is trusting the whole "objects in motion stay in motion" concept. Getting started is the hardest part. I didn't even want to go to the grocery store like right down the street but once I got dressed and went outside i just wanted to continue walking.

Anonymous

These are a few things that worked for me : 1. Taking a short walk or finding a new hobby and do it everyday (for me it was drawing, I'm not good at it but it helped clear my head) 2. Going to bed and waking up early. I still struggle with it but it helps a lot when I do it 3. Making small changes to your living space. I felt like my life was becoming so monotone with this pandemic and being cooped up for so long, doing little changes actually gave me the illusion of change which helped motivate me a bit. 4. Writing a note at the end of the day. I personally write everything, what I did and how it made me feel, gave me a small sense of accomplishment. Also, I just wrote down random quotes or songs that I found inspiring that day. Hope you feel better soon PD! Take care and please don't blame yourself for needing time to get better

Anonymous

Dealt with this all my life. Decades. It sucks but know after the Dark comes Light. Always will. The surprise part is you will find a strength you never knew existed. Working through the pain gets easier. This isn't what you want to hear. It is at the heart of the way of the Buddha. There are people who care about you. We got your back.

Ellie Snyder

I went through crisis care I was so lucky my county had a free program that provided me with a team of doctors and social workers that made house calls and picked me up for appointments. But anyway they taught me to write lists of healthy distractions. They taught me to put people I could reach out to on that list. When I get sad sometimes I just talk to my brother and that takes up a couple hours sometimes. But anyway writing out a coping list of healthy things and then going down the list I've written until something helps has really helped me. It takes practice but it gets easier. For me the most effective things was 1 talking to family or a friend 2 playing with my dog 3 cooking And I constantly listen to music and sing a long with it so that my mind doesn't wander. I hope you feel better I am familiar with this kind of struggle. I hope you remember that you really are strong. Watching and listening to you brings me joy. Thank you for what you do PD. ❤

alec

There's not a lot I can offer, because I often find myself feeling lost and depressed. Sometimes all I can do is go for a walk, put on some music and just focus on putting one foot in front of the other. I try to do it every day. It gives me some time to sort out my thoughts, too.