As I had fasted yesterday, my mood dropped to an all time low which I cannot explain.Once I broke the fast the tiredness ensued but also the gratitude to appreciate each morsel of food.
For those who are mindful of their moods, what can improve your mood and remove the sadness ?
Hi Roukaya
I like to exercise. It keeps depression under control for me.
If it's a sad day I like to spend time with my little hedgehog
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The hedgehog sounds incredibly sweet .I like to plan for days out or short term holidays in the Sun.
That sounds nice. Anything related to the sun certainly is a mood booster
Yes so true we always feel better summer, I watch comedy shows and play with my cat, gardening swimming brisk walking as you say exercise releases natural seretonin, Roukeya you said your going to the gym how's that going 🤗💛🌻
I should start going as from Sunday until Ramadhan. Going tk gym helps a person feel more pro-active and releases endormorphins , the happy hormone
Stop being so isolated and go out and talk to people? Stop fasting for a while as its clearly affecting you too much.
I would like to explain Ramadhan starts on 11th March .I was simply observing a few fasts to prepare.
If I find my mood dips like yesterday, I will limit the fasting
I find your advice to be direct but you mean well.How are you keeping?
Going outside, getting exercise and chatting to a few people always makes you feel a bit better. It blows away the cobwebs.
I find putting cheery music on makes me dance exercise try that 😁as I exercise while dancing
I understand fully what you are saying and it is harsh and direct and understanding of you .
Since my first posts with PWB I did pass the Probate and Practice Diploma in 2022.
I have undergone a full mouth extraction and had implants done in January 2023.
I am now trying to complete a Diploma in Landlord and Tenant and Conveyancing.
Understanding I am co dependent eight my Mother who can show extreme Narcissistic tendencies.
I am open to other jobs as well as law as clearly I have not been able to overcome certain boundaries.
I am open and willing to change and if I am not going out enough it is because I spent all of my time with my Mother and neglected my studies hence I am catching up .
I hope you keep well and I appreciate your advice .
May be you should have become a Divorce lawyer is sorting out Financial settlements.
A strong and very resilient lady who does not suffer fools glady .
I am aware may be many on here find my posts repetitive and change begins from inside and a positive mindset
Hi there. Getting outside of myself and helping others is a great long term solution to this thing called depression. No job, no career, no hobby, nothing is more fulfilling than helping someone less fortunate than us. Look to fit it in your daily/weekly routine. Volunteer at a soup kitchen, food pantry. Ask your local church for opportunities, ECT. It's a great way to take the focus of of ourselves and fill that hole in our soul. Hope you and everyone here reading this the best of healing and wholeness!!
Once I got told that going out to swimming and out with my friends was a silly and frivolous luxury and one of my friends said how no going to things like swimming and out with friends are not silly and frivolous and how they are extremely important for mental health as sitting at home all day every day doesn't help you is what I find!
I have done several extended facts, defined for me as less than 100 calories a day for 7-10 days. For me, once I get past the third day my mood and mental acuity actually increase significantly. Kindly note that this is my personal experience, but fasting has a storied hostory, for instance Pythagoras of Pythagorean theorem fame, reportedly believed in 40 day fasts. But, I would be cautious in recommending extended facts for anyone, and I have been too scared to try them myself since becoming more in depression.
That being said, I believe that there are four primary areas that can lead to significant improvements of mood 1) consistent and high quality sleep in a cool, quiet, and dark environment ( I actually have been mindful about this but struggled due to recently diagnosed sleep apnea); 2) exercise and nutrition. Excercise , both cardio and weights are almost always a struggle for me, but I almost always feel better afterwards. Even if mood doesn't improve, sleep will improve; 3) Family and social connections. Talking to others and doing activities with others helps. 4) Natural sunlight and nature help me, as well as avoid doom scrolling and looking at phone at night.
That said when I am really struggling, I find a shower and changing clothes often really helps even if it is a struggle. If you look better, you will feel better (and I say that as someone who has gone days without getting out of bed and showering).
Lastly, try not to think too much. Ellen Lander said regret is mindless, and mindful is fun. I believe that 100%.
Bonus points for cleaning or even just making your bed. Cleaning and organization is a massive struggle for me, but discarding wne organizing actually, despite the struggle, provides me with relief and contentment and helps get rid of bot just my physical baggage but mental baggage as well.
Also keep occupied outside your home get out n about be a busy bee don't have time to sit and think
fasting for a whole day really messes with your body and mind. Exercise in moderation is good for enhancing your mood.
Exercise and speaking with people that can make you laugh.
Sometimes I have to just stop and do a reality check.... get into the moment... weigh out whats just rumination and if I really do have to worry about something...then work on the solution.
9 times out of 10 I'm just spining around the drain with stuff that doesn't matter, and I have no control over really, and it is only bothering me because I let it.... that kind of thing.
So then I take inventory of what's good in my life, and what I have that makes me happy, and how I can work with that, and get back to the reality that I have a pretty okay life...it's never perfect, nothing is...so I work with that....and some days I just lay back and watch a movie or study art stuff.
Things you can do something about is your attitude and how you behave!
Your right... your attitude has a lot to do with how your able to cope...but some have a harder time than others...and that's where this site can be so supportive...be there with positive's and help others to know they are not alone.
Yesterday I got stuck on a train with some football louts and thankfully they were getting off at Bristol so the rest of the journey was quiet!
I was like why should I miss out on things just because of some football louts?
Exactly.... there are always going to be jerks in this world....we just learn to side step them.
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Hi its very good you are thinking this way and wanting to help yourself.I find exercise is good such as a daily walk.
Finding a hobby to enjoy, maybe there are classes you can join where you meet others.
Wishing you all the best in finding your way.
When I am home I find a daily walk does me the power of good!
Yes I make it a priority!
make myself go for a walk or something outside helps me most. Fresh air and sunlight! Or even just fresh air at night.
Had multiple professionals recommend fish oil supplements for depression too. I take those when I remember and I think they kind of help maybe? Certain ones are checked for no Mercury because that can be bad more the brain, I’ve read. So you may want to research that.
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