if you find yourself going through hell, keep going Winston Churchill
Interpersonal Avoid isolating yourself Talk over problems or feelings with someone supportive and caring Let family and friends know how you are feeling so that they are aware of what you are going through Join a support group Ask someone you know who has been through a period of depression what was helpful for them Socialize with positive people Socialize with other people Avoid or minimize contact with people who tend to make you stressed or depressed Dietary changes Eat a healthy, balanced diet Avoid overeating Eat regular meals Avoid drastic weight loss measures Achieve or maintain a healthy body weight Substances Reduce or eliminate alcohol (heavy drinkers only) Reduce or eliminate use of all illicit drugs Reduce or eliminate use of marijuana/cannabis Physical and sensory Have some exposure to natural sunlight every day
