Sometimes we need to know what others do to lift their spirits.

[yy4me]

I discovered this video today when listening to Michael Bolton sing "Back on my feet again" on YouTube. I try to listen to that song every day as I cope with the frustrations and problems of the moment. It is a powerful song and this video is amazing. Look and listen if you have a few minutes.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=EeNFmwpywaA&mode=related&search=

[mzteris]

1. no no - don't get UP.

They'll just kick you down again.

:(

having a bad day, here.

[EFerrari]

2. I listen to Cuban music and try to call one friend or one family member

every day and talk about SOMETHING ELSE. I also look for opportunities to talk to my neighbors. Depression can be so isolating and these little interactions help me feel more connected. :)

[no name no slogan]

3. I go for a walk

Even if it's only the three blocks to the food co-op and back. There's something about walking that's therapeutic to humans-- I think it goes back to our hunter/gatherer prehistoric past, where we'd walk several miles a day looking for food.

It seems I always feel a little better after I take a stroll, no matter how far I go.

[EFerrari]

4. Kick for more suggestions.

Sometimes when it's possible, I clean and garden. It makes me feel calm and good to get to SEE something I accomplished that day -- even if it's just the absence of cat hair on the couch or weeds in the roses.

[fizzgig]

5. i have a stash of songs to get me going

happy and upbeat

i snuggle my kitties

i call my dad

i play with my chicken dance cookie monster :)

i'll force myself out of the house and do some window shopping