I don't really know how to cure depression (but my meds to alleviate most of it), but when my meds were not working I used to sleep a lot so I didn't have to hear the terrible thoughts going through my head. I also found the distractions of video games or TV to help (but some days I was so down, I couldn't motivate myself to get to the computer or turn on the TV). I just stared at a blank wall. All I can say other than distracting yourself is to call your support team if things get too bleak. I used to call it riding the wave of depression because that implied that the feelings were temporary. From rough seas to shallow breaking waves, then finally on the shore. You look back and are proud of yourself for not giving up in the once giant swells of despair.