Focus on what helps.

Depression is different for every person. There are I acknowledge similarities in thoughts, feelings and behaviours between people. Each person though comes from different life experiences and this can’t be replicated. How you respond to depression is way more important to focus on than the symptoms you have. I can’t stress this enough. Focus on ways that will help you improve your mental health. Learn to think and act in ways that will help you through the days and weeks ahead. Focus on what helps. Reflect on the thoughts and behaviours that enable you to live each day as best you can. Fake it till you make it!!! Rehearse over and over and over the thoughts, words and actions that improve your health. Focus on the here and now. Acknowledge the past but don’t hang on to it, let it go, plan for the future but don’t try to predict it. No one has a crystal ball. Focus, focus, focus on what thoughts, feelings and behaviour we help you right now. This works. I am a witness to this. I don’t say it is easy but you can do it. Most importantly don’t struggle on your own, it’s too hard. Ask for help. Talk to family, friends and acquaintances. Seek out professionals who are trained in supporting people with mental health issues. Dont give up you will be surprised at where help can come from. 💙 A big hug coming your way. 💚