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Recovering From Depression e solution to battling depression begins with taking small steps and asking for help. Creating a strong support system can expedite your recovery. Remember seclusion fuels depression, so reach out and talk to others, even when you feel like being alone. Inform your family and friends of what you’re going through and trust them to help and guide you as you traverse through this difficult period in your life. Making healthy changes in one's life can definitely help the ill effects of depression. Incorporating an exercise regiment, along with getting plenty of sleep and rest can help. Cultivating personal relationships with people who put you at ease is also important. Eat healthy foods and drink a lot of water. ere's a reason why mom and grandma made you eat your fruits and vegetables. An important factor of getting better is leaving the negativity of work at work. "funk"? Inquiring minds want to know. Sound off... USA National Suicide Hotlines Toll-Free / 24 hours / 7 days a week 1-800-SUICIDE / 1-800-784-2433 1-800-273TALK / 1-800-273-8255 Until next time, Good Day, God Bless and Good Fishing. It's imperative to leave the stress at work and not allow it to creep into your personal life. Additionally, seek professional help when needed. People must exorcise the belief / myth that seeking psychiatric help is a sign of weakness. For those of spiritual faith, it's important to stay in prayer and seek counseling from your minister, priest, rabbi or imam. In the end it's important to know that depression is a state of mind that is very treatable if the symptoms are identified early. e point is, you're not alone when dealing with depression; learn to enjoy life and remember that there are tons of people who love you and are pulling for you. A good friend / confidant is only a phone call a v