[cafeblues]

[By non-disorder, what I really mean is not EDs, SI, or overmedication. I mean other things that help you deal with daily depression such as yoga or tea or cooking or your animals. I just couldn't think of a better name. Let me know if there is one.]

I rabidly keep a journal, even if it's just to record the days events, because I like looking back over how I've dealt with things before. What works and what doesn't, etc. And consistently, when I'm in my worst depression, giving of myself to others is what works for me. Tonight I bought tiny gifts for friends and mailed them off - spent less than $20, and gave a few special people a reminder that I was thinking about them.

What are your favorite ways to help yourself feel better on those terrible days?

She fights just like a woman, but she breaks like a little girl.

[(JD)]

Okay I think you mean Acceptable Coping? Because being depressed on a daily basis is kind of dis-order. So you wish to hear some things that are "normal", generally accepted ways to get through the day?Those things a T would approve of?

Good question.

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[Rapunzel]

Here's a list for reducing and preventing Burn-Out. It's T approved. A lot of these things will apply:

1. <LI>Try to think clearly and logically <LI>Take good care of yourself physically (enough sleep, healthy food) <LI>Increase leisure time and leisure activities <LI>Play hard and often! <LI>Laugh more <LI>Decrease your work load where possible; set priorities <LI>VENT <LI>Engage in activities that help you feel successful and competent <LI>Take vacation time <LI>Address issues with bosses, leaders, spouses, etc. <LI>Be flexible; change directions if necessary <LI>Use your imagination: daydream <LI>Focus on the big picture: why you're doing what you're doing. Find meaning. <LI>Stay away from drugs <LI>Avoid or reduce alcohol use <LI>Seek counseling if necessary.

<font color=orange>There is an easy answer to your problem that is neat, plausible, and wrong.

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