My better day yesterday tanked today. I feel dejected. I think I'm doing everything right - regular, vigorous exercise (2-3 times per week); peer support group; on new meds; biweekly therapy; reach out to family and a few friends; time to relax every day; spend time with loved ones regularly; on PC every day; meeting new challenges at work; etc, etc - and yet I can't quite get it "right."

I spoke with my brother tonight and mostly just cried, he's like my coach and I love him dearly for it. He pointed out that I've made a lot of progress in the past three months, but when I'm in this place it seems as hard as the first time I was severely depressed. Why is that?

I've promised myself to start some sort of regular and consistent relaxation technique. Does anyone out there have a favourite?

RJ