12 Steps to Overcome Depression by Heritage Hospitals

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Steps To

Overcome Depression!

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Exercise regularly & eat healthy foods.

Listen to music or watch a movie that makes you happy.

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Do a creative activity as a way to express emotion or as a distraction.

Reward yourself and learn to love life

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Get a reasonable amount of sleep each night.

Journal your thoughts each night before bed to clear your

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Don't isolate yourself, be around people –even if it means just going to a store.

Use thought stopping techniques.

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Find purpose. Put your focus on someone or something other than yourself.

Create a list of small goals to achieve, check them off as you accomplish them.

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Be present in the moment. Recognize and appreciate your surroundings and the people in your life.

Meditate to relax and refocus your thoughts (try a meditation app).

If your depression is overwhelming or just doesn't seem to go away, don't hesitate to tell an adult that you need some help.

Resource http://www.yourlifeyourvoice.org/

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