Simple Ways to Alleviate Depression ~ Vlog Monday #10

When you think about how to cope with depression, what are the first things that come to mind? For me, it is the obvious and traditional approach. Some of these include see a doctor or psychiatrist, meet with a counselor, and surround yourself with positive people.

These are all important steps that those who deal with depression must first take, but when you struggle with depression for any excessive amount of time, you need to take additional steps.

In my last video, I put great emphasis on exercising, eating healthy, cutting out the toxic substance of sugar. This takes time and daily practice. And exercising isn't always a realistic approach, especially if you are impacted with the physical toll that depression can take on your body.

I have come a long way in my battle against depression. It's still something I deal with on a daily basis, even though I have overcome much of it. Today's video explains the achievable steps I take, and some are even realistic for those who are severely debilitated by the cruel disease of depression.

Cheers

This feels a little cliche. I'm creating a blog at the beginning of a new year because I feel inspired to write about my journey to a healthier life. Well, I'm not banking on having any readers, considering the thousands of blogs already written. This one is for me. If you happen to read it, then I hope in some way you become inspired -whether it be to eat a super delicious cookie or go on a sunny walk.

I have always felt that our life should not be lived without a written record, only to have a few memorable moments out of each year. Instead I have journaled as much of my 23 years of life as often as I could. Nearly each age of mine has been physically logged since I was 6 years old. It began with a Hello Kitty diary I received as a Christmas present from my cousin Gaby. That book, along with about five others, are safely tucked away in our garage. Once in a few years, I'll even pull out my journals and read them all the way through. It's a personal novel. Marveling at my accomplishments and understanding where I learned my most important life lessons are something that could not be possible without my journaling. All the little occurrences that make up the big picture are what I strive to remember, and this year is no different.

Cheers to a new year, and a new journal.