If you are feeling really bad, and are in danger of harming yourself, please reach out to someone. Check out these hotlines . Don’t use this site as a solution to mental illnesses. It’s only a guide on what to do when you feel depressed. 

A lot of things make us feel depressed. Sometimes we don’t even know why we feel this way. I have a bunch of ideas about what to do when you feel depressed.

If you’re in a low place right now, I feel for you. Depression is no joke. People talk about depression like they are drowning, or in a dark, low place and they don’t see how to get out.

When you feel depressed, it’s hard to find the energy to get out of bed let alone do anything else. Sometimes you don’t know what to do when you feel depressed. Your mind just draws a blank when you think of what to do.

In this post, I’d like to share my ideas on what to do when you feel depressed. These activities can help you to feel better, or help you to pass time when you feel depressed.

What to Do When You Feel Depressed

Here are my top 6 tips on what to do when you feel depressed:

1. Watch a feel-good movie

When you feel depressed, chances are you don’t want to engage in any physically-challenging activities. Transport yourself in an alternate world by changing a movie or a tv show. Stay away from content that can make you feel bad.

2. Read a good book

If you’re more of a book person, pick out a great book. It can be fiction or non-fiction. Read books that distract you from your state of mind. Save hard copy books for times like this. I find that reading digitally can be hard when you feel depressed.

3. Listen to music that lifts your mood

Listening to music takes no energy. Music is capable of changing your mood, so play some calming music that lifts your spirit. You can also listen to podcasts and get sucked into whatever you’re listening to. This will distract you from your current mood.

4. Talk to people who make you feel better

Talk to your friends or family. You don’t have to tell them you’re feeling depressed. A lot of people are happy to talk about everything and nothing. They can distract you from your state of mind.

5. Eat healthy

Eating fruits produces serotonin in our bodies. Serotonin is known as the happy hormone. Eat whatever fruits you can find because they have the ability to boost your mood. make yourself a fun smoothie or a fresh juice to help you feel better.

6. Meditate

Meditation is a proven method to improve your mood. You can meditate in any position. Make sure to breathe nice and deep and monitor your thoughts. Don’t fight against yourself, merely acknowledge every passing thought. You can also play some calming music while you meditate. 

If You Feel Depressed

If you’re feeling really bad, please see a professional about it. Talk to a friend. If you are thinking of harming yourself, reach out to someone. These tips can be a good start on what to do if you feel depressed but please reach out. Mental health is no joke.