CandyStrike 603 April 22, 2015 Share April 22, 2015 When I'm stressed I meditate. When I'm depressed I see my doctor and we adjust my meds. Medication is the only thing that helps my depression. I don't know if what you are describing is actual diagnosable depression. That sort of depression is a chemical imbalance in your brain. You can have faith and pray, but it is important to take advantage of all the tools we have. After all, if God created us then he created us to be smart enough to figure these things out and to use them. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pastel 7,630 April 22, 2015 Share April 22, 2015 There isn't much to do unfortunately, otherwise nobody in the world would be sad. Well of course, some things can help, but it never works very well. I for one watch cartoons. Video games and music don't work at all for me. :/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MischiefHowl 37 April 22, 2015 Share April 22, 2015 With me who suffers from depression myself. I tend to try to watch shows, movies. Or listen to music and if alone sing at the top of my lungs while imagining the depression leaving with each verse. There's also books. What's a little odd about me is I listen to depressing music when depressed and somehow it makes me feel better, I don't know why. But then again, this is just me. Roleplayer, Voice Actor, Writer, Friend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonasDarkmane 19,785 April 22, 2015 Share April 22, 2015 When I am stressed and a little bit depressed, I go out for a walk during the late evening. It often helps. However, when I am really really depressed, I look for help from the forums or from my friends. Signature by @Kyoshi Ask Me Matsunaga Hisahide's death https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKT5Khp3-0U Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ziltoid the Omniscient 286 April 22, 2015 Share April 22, 2015 I dont suffer from any clinical depression, but when im down, a walk around town with my headphones on tone-deafly singing (shouting, really) obscene songs near the authorities, or the elderly usually helps. Also, a nice shower helps me sometimes too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Princess Periwinkle 3,775 April 22, 2015 Share April 22, 2015 I listen to music, avoid human interaction, and avoid my responsibilities (the very responsibilities that are usually the cause of the stress). It works out pretty not great. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trixio 443 April 22, 2015 Share April 22, 2015 Depends. Sometimes I can not do anything, apart from smoking..and smoking... Other times, however, listening to music or try to distract myself playing the PC.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haruhi-chan 486 April 23, 2015 Share April 23, 2015 (edited) I listen to my visual kei. Though, for me it's anxiety that can bring me down. So, if it does... I listen to one of my favorite songs by SuG or Our Day from Takeru's movie Beatrock Love. It's amazing what he can do to make me feel a lot better. Like, yesterday, I got upset because a voice actor I like who I felt betrayed me... I got upset with him. I was almost about to cry, but when I listened to Takeru singing though, I started to calm down. So, after that I felt fine. Edited April 23, 2015 by sweeToxic x Haruhi Suzumiya x goddess of the world twitter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NotoriousSMALL 1,984 April 23, 2015 Share April 23, 2015 Ring up one of my friends and get out of the house to make sure I don't mope around. If there busy I just try to get my mind off it with music or play a vidya game or run. Which reminds me that I need to get back to running... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miles 2,512 April 24, 2015 Share April 24, 2015 Well, being a car guy, when I'm feeling down or angry or just in the mood for it, I drive. And when I say drive, I mean doughnuts in the parking lot. My advice, pick a hobby you love that will get your mind off what's going on, and go do it. Yeehaw! Another gearhead! What kinda vehicle you drive? I love my truck. Ah yes... Taking a drive out at night always helps me out. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjlu4SzdD3s That song is freaking wicked! Typically, I listen to albums in my truck. Anything from Adema, Linkin Park, Korn, Nirvana, Stone Temple Pilots, and some others. Here's Adema's first album, I think you'd like it, Gone Airbourne. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVIKaLkUuy4 :comeatus: I love all the songs on that album, honestly... but there's 2 special favorites of mine on it. "Giving In" - starts at 6:32 and "Trust" - starts at 38:40 (don't let the soft intro fool you) Long live rock music of any kind! Grunge, Nu metal, Alternative, etc., I love it --- Yes, I love to drive when I'm stressed to clear my mind. ~ Miles 2 ~ Rise And Rise Again, Until Lambs Become Lions ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Attack of the Pwns 894 April 24, 2015 Share April 24, 2015 Yeehaw! Another gearhead! What kinda vehicle you drive? I love my truck. That song is freaking wicked! Typically, I listen to albums in my truck. Anything from Adema, Linkin Park, Korn, Nirvana, Stone Temple Pilots, and some others. Here's Adema's first album, I think you'd like it, Gone Airbourne. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVIKaLkUuy4 :comeatus: I love all the songs on that album, honestly... but there's 2 special favorites of mine on it. "Giving In" - starts at 6:32 and "Trust" - starts at 38:40 (don't let the soft intro fool you) Long live rock music of any kind! Grunge, Nu metal, Alternative, etc., I love it --- Yes, I love to drive when I'm stressed to clear my mind. ~ Miles I drive a 2006 Mustang fastback and am restoring a 1979 AMC Pacer Wagon. Great to see another car guy on here as well! I love your truck, my Grandfather's had a 1975 F250 Extended Cab (one of the very first extended cabs) setting in his front lawn for almost 15 years, I've always kind of planned on trying to fix it up. Maybe I'll get around to it in a couple years when I graduate. 1 Signature by the ever-awesome Overdrive! Pinki Pie FTW! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miles 2,512 April 24, 2015 Share April 24, 2015 (edited) @@Attack of the Pwns,Nice! I'll PM you so we don't get off topic.Another thing I do when I'm stressed is that I relax with my cats and pet them for a while. They're very cuddly, and like attention. Unfortunately, of course my cats are at home, so I can't do that when I'm here at college.Here's my cat, Louie: (Nothing wrong with his eye, it was just the effect of the angle of light).His whiskers are so awesome ~ MilesP.S. Don't worry all you dog folks out there, I've got a dog, too. Edited April 24, 2015 by Miles 2 ~ Rise And Rise Again, Until Lambs Become Lions ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest April 24, 2015 Share April 24, 2015 Find something basically I mean that's helped me and others like for me watching movies and listing things that where stupid or bad for others it's watching old movies and playing games like bored games video games maybe even writing will help just know your not alone in this and there are people who want to help you so stay strong and know that the people who suffer the most (like you) are usually the people others love the most "hugs" stay strong friend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Painted Star 120 April 26, 2015 Share April 26, 2015 I am often very stressed, but luckily I know some stuff that usually help me. For exaple I eat snacks. A lot. And then swear I won't eat so much next time, but I do anyways. Bad habit. At least it helps when I am stressed. I also like to listen to music, draw, read, watch MLP or watch anime. I especially like watching Mushishi at these times, because it is really calming, and my stress is gone after watching one episode. Wonder if it works for others as well... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin_Case001 4,896 April 27, 2015 Share April 27, 2015 Video games. Forums. Youtube. Music. TV. Walk. Stare at the floor. Stare at the wall. Try to sleep. I'm depressed all the time, because I know that I'll never get what I need in life to happy. I just try to push it out of my mind and distract myself. Don't know what else to do. That's my life. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crimson Cross 7,532 April 27, 2015 Share April 27, 2015 I'll muster up the effort and go for a run around the lake. It's surprisingly effective actually! 1 Now with more added tea leaves! My fantastic signature made by Gone Airbourne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gone~ 614 May 5, 2015 Share May 5, 2015 I listen to music and forget about the world for a while... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catnet 9,357 May 5, 2015 Share May 5, 2015 I normally just listen to energetic music and allow myself to move around to it; doing that helped keep the darkness away for one of the more stressful times in my life. Distracting myself- with games, happy stories/shows, funny videos and enjoyable conversations- is also good, since otherwise my mind starts to roam across more dangerous thoughts... =/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Moon 6,341 May 5, 2015 Share May 5, 2015 I usually just try to ignore those feelings and listen to music to help me relax and forget about those feelings. Driving is relaxing too, but I don't get to that whenever I want, so music is my first choice. 1 Autumn Blue Moon Clear Skies Summer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windseeker 546 May 7, 2015 Share May 7, 2015 I mow the lawn in sheer frustration, or I listen to soul music. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleMac 3,085 May 7, 2015 Share May 7, 2015 I know it's wrong but I usually just keep those feelings bottled up. It doesn't take much for me to come around though. I'll listen to a good song, watch YouTube, pray, basically just try and get my mind off it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TopQuark 409 May 7, 2015 Share May 7, 2015 When I get a little bout of depression, I usually have some chocolate, watch a comedy movie, and go for a walk, but it sounds like your situation is orders of magnitude more serious. If religious studies make you happy, then keep on with them. Other than that, the most I could recommend would be to focus on small, happy thing in your life rather than looking at the world's big picture. Signature by Me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1Bit 1,531 May 7, 2015 Share May 7, 2015 Well, either I just relax and listen to some pretty happy music or talk to my boyfriend I have my ways ---< Fanfic Writer, Music Maker, Film Director and Voice Actor >--- Don't expect anything incredible though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Revy ~ Two Hands 862 May 8, 2015 Share May 8, 2015 Watch some anime is always good. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Piranha 29,428 May 9, 2015 Share May 9, 2015 I'm depressed most of the time, so, I'm usually playing videogames, checking internet, workout, ponies, etc, hell, even studying. 1 Sig by Discords Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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