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what do you do when you're depressed?

Drink. I know it is a depressant, but t does help me forget about the things in my life, especially when Im with my close friends. If I dont feel like drinking, I just kick it freestyle with my friends. That always helps.
 
DMPDX said:
Drink. I know it is a depressant, but t does help me forget about the things in my life, especially when Im with my close friends. If I dont feel like drinking, I just kick it freestyle with my friends. That always helps.
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no offense... but i think that's a terrible idea. not only do you not use good judgement when you're drunk, but it makes for an EXTRA down day the day after. i know that i pretty much feel like crap the day after a good binge without having emotional problems to deal with.

my advice - get out, meet new people. time is the only cure for a broken heart.... and a hangover!
 
The thing that's helped me get over being sad is accomplishing things. Like doing well at work, getting a sexier body at the gym, learning new latin dances, travelling, going skydiving.

Think of things that you've wanted to do, but never did. Don't blow too much money on it, but make it happen.

Oh, and find some guy friends. That's way more important than finding a new girl.
 
pick up a hobby where you have to learn something new. it'll keep your mind focused. Example: Take a bartending class! You'll learn something thats totally awesome, plus you might meet some hot girls(or guys?) :D

you could always do the "emotional" thing and talk about your feelings....but that might just lead to more depression :eek:
 
I meditate on the transcendental nature of human suffering and attainment of happiness. :)
 
wrc fan said:
Wow. Way to bring back a thread from the past. I was thoroughly surprised when I saw there was news posts in it.

Now before everyone gets excited, I originally made this thread 1 year and 8 months ago. As such is has been that long since I broke up with my ex. I've managed to move on with my life - in fact I'm not even living in the same country anymore :eek: :D . Sure there are still times when I get sad and miss her, but people tell me it takes half as long as you dated before you're fully over someone, so I try not to worry about it. But we haven't talked since we broke up and I still have no desire to.

In case anyone else feels blue, what I ended up doing was heeding the advice about getting out and doing things. Exercising always makes me feel more positive. Even if it's just going out and talking a walk around the public gardin nearby. It's not too strenuous, but the fresh air and people watching always make me feel better. I also have done a lot of bike riding. As a bonus I have lost a ton of weight! So if your feeling down, that's what I suggest doing.
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Yes, wrc fan, I noticed this thread was SUPER old. I am glad you have made it through some of the rough times (AND PLEASE tell me you stopped playing New Kids On the Block--oh dear, that would make me want to commit suicide altogether). ;) Wow, blast from the past...I can honestly say that I wasn't ALL obssessed about the New Kids back then. I had a best friend who went to their concert and caught a towel with sweat from one of the dudes! Ok, I am off subject now...anyway, keep hanging in there...OR "HANGIN' TOUGH", LMAO, sorry haven't thought of New Kids in like 15 years!! :D
 
Go to the gym and work out. It releases endorphins that will make you feel better... not to mention that you'll get fit in the process.

Wendy
 
iJon said:
I will give you one extremely critical tip. You can even find my old thread on here about two years ago when I broke up with my girlfriend.

You need to BREAK off all contact with her. No being friends, no trying to get her back, none of that s***. It is over and you will need to realize that.
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This (shown in bold) is exactly the advice I give others in such cases! There's absolutely no other way to deal with this if you want to get a life faster.


iJon said:
One thing you have to realize is that it will take time. I went through a couple of processes that took about 6 months.
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It does take time and it's best to realize that fact and just allow oneself to go through it. Sometimes similar incidents in the future may take lesser time to get over (not always).
 
I stop eating and drinking and it becomes incredibly hard for me to force myself to.
 
Drive. Take your cell phone and an ATM card.



Just go.

Drive until you feel better, you may end up 3 states away, but it is always good to go places.
 
elisha cuthbert said:
i stand in the rain for a while
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I love standing in the rain!

If it's raining out, and I am in a good mood (which is likely, I am hardly ever depressed), I am all about just walkin around out there. Maybe a nice stroll to the gym in the rain- feels great!
 
standing in the rain is great, it's the only time I don't feel self concious as everyone looks terrible :)
 
And how about if you lived in a place where it doesn't rain? You'll be one miserable snit. :)
 
I try to think in the present. What is happening NOW, not what may happen, or what happened in the past. Focus on the present, and and see what happens.

Oh, and remember to feed the dog, hug your girlfriend/mom/significant other/friend, and to shower.
 
nitynate said:
Drive. Take your cell phone and an ATM card.



Just go.

Drive until you feel better, you may end up 3 states away, but it is always good to go places.
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Thats a great idea for curing depression, it always works for me. Long drives...make a mixtape first!
 
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