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Hi anon,
I'm not sure if this helps or not, but on my particularly down days, here is what I do:

1. Talk with a friend. Do you have a good support system of family and friends? There may be others who are affected by seasonal depression, and sharing your feelings with them could help.
2. What type of exercise do you enjoy? Some days I want to blast my MP3 player loud with inspirational or other music, and run on the treadmill. If I'm down, taking a fun dance class (I love Zumba) can lift your spirits.
3. Try something new. Keep an ongoing written list of new things you'd like to try: food, museum, mall, trail, park, pool, gym, restaurant, sport, activity, craft...you name it...and on a down day, get out of the door and try one!
4. See a funny movie. I have a few movies that I love, either a romantic funny comedy or just a silly, funny comedy. Watch a DVD or go to the theater, and it really helps to laugh!

April 7, 2009 - 1:53pm

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