Many people think that we need to find motivation before doing an action. I believe it's the total opposite: By doing an action, we find motivation to do more. The same goes with those who are depressed.

It has been proven time and again that doing things helps those who are depressed. I can tell you that all the times I overslept and did absolutely nothing while depressed...it ALWAYS made me feel worse.

But those times when I took an action, however small, I always felt better. Even if it was just getting up to watch TV, take a bath, read a magazine. It doesn't matter. What matters is that I am getting my mind off of how the depression is making me feel, if only for a little while.

Exercise is no different, and it helps so much in those who are depressed. I exercise 6 days a week and eat clean, and it has made a big difference.

To those who lie down and wait for motivation or willpower to arrive...I would guess that you will be very disappointed in the results.