I’ve been teaching for few years now and I’ve had students seriously struggling with depression, it’s disheartening, if you are in these platform and you are also a victim, I have a little advice for you,
Breaking free from depression requires a combination of self-care, social support, and professional help. Start by acknowledging your emotions and seeking help from a mental health professional or a trusted friend or family member. Practice self-care by getting regular exercise, eating a balanced diet, and engaging in activities that bring you joy. Challenge negative thoughts and focus on the present moment through mindfulness techniques. Remember, depression is not a sign of weakness, and seeking help is a sign of strength.
This is helpful
Thanks
"Practice self-care by getting regular exercise, eating a balanced diet, and engaging in activities that bring you joy’ absolutely! Simple things but so effective
What kind of mindfulness techniques helped you @Thelaw ? I try and be mindful but it gets hard to remember to stop and be mindful about … being mindful…
Walking meditation and mindful breathing.
When I notice myself feeling angry I stop myself and breathe and try to figure out what triggered the anger. When I notice I am feeling anxious, I do the same. Stop, breathe, and look back on my thoughts and actions to see where it is coming from. For me I’m usually angry or anxious about things beyond my control. If that is the case, I do my best to just let it go by thinking about something positive that is happening instead. I feel like anger, anxiety, and depression are my biggest triggers so I have to sort those feelings out fast. Hope this helps.
I like walking meditation. I struggle to sit and focus to walking might really be effective for me