Stand Tall
Studies have shown that walking tall with your head held high and shoulders back will put you in a better mood. If you slouch, you’ll be more focused on the negative, Time reports.
Work Out
Research indicates that working out three times per week reduces your likelihood of suffering from depression by 19 percent. In one experiment, active persons were shown to be less likely to become depressed, whereas depressive people were discovered to be less inclined to exercise.
Stop Making Excuses and get to Work
Putting off a task that you are fearful or concerned about because you think you don’t have the skills to complete it might make it more intimidating, and maybe even impossible to execute. Listening to music or working out to relieve stress helps you prepare to attack the activity with a clear mind.
Get More Sleep
Without sleep, your body doesn’t function correctly. If you’re having trouble sleeping, explore why and look for support if you find the problem is outside of your control.
Spend Time Alone
If you try to keep everyone around you happy, you could wind up sacrificing your time to spend alone and focus on yourself. Take time to spend alone doing things you enjoy, as this will help you stay away from anxiety and despair.
Finish one Activity before Starting Another
It may not seem like much, but multitasking while eating might really make us more agitated. Instead, you should concentrate on the single task you are engaged in and what’s going on around you.
Leave a Bad Relationship
Constant put-downs in a relationship can severely harm someone’s self-confidence, which in turn can make them uneasy and vulnerable to depression. Make sure to have an open mind when your friends and family raise their worries about your relationship. In addition, research the indications of abuse and relationship violence.
Protect Your Mental 