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10 Simple Acts to Lift Your Mood & Combat Depression

Thriving Through Tough Times: A Depression Survival Toolkit

In the battle against depression, adopting a set of uplifting rituals can make a world of difference.

Dark places are hard. They are heavy and cold and really shitty.

The longer we stay there, the more it hurts.

Here’s a few quick ways to shift your day and lift your spirits:

1. Take a Brisk Shower: Start your day with a shower no matter what. The water washing over you will give you a vibrancy. There is data to back up the benefits of deliberate cold exposure if you want to try that. Warm or hot is good too. Any kind will freshen your head space, ease your mind, and uplift your mood.

2. Tell Yourself Something Nice: It could be a list of affirmations. It could just be a compliment you received at some point in your life. Maybe it’s something you feel good about. Whatever it is, upgrade your internal dialogue and sing your praises.

3. Put on Clean, Comfortable Clothes: Dress in clothes that make you feel good, including your favorite underwear. Ladies, a touch of makeup can enhance your mood and boost your confidence.