Tuck these away for dark days.
Whether you're dealing with depression or just in a serious funk, here are some tips for making life feel a little more manageable.
Grab a coloring book.
"It's completely juvenile, but I have Disney princess crayons and a ton of coloring books and it's very therapeutic. And gives me a nice feeling of accomplishment even if it's just coloring."
—Emily Murphy, via Facebook
These adult coloring books are perfect for your inner child.
Make a "done" list instead of a "to-do" list.
"It sounds ridiculous, but when I can't pull out of a nose dive I list all the things I accomplished that day, no matter how small. Did I shower? Makes the list. Did I make food? It goes on the list. By the end of the day I have a much bigger account of the day than I thought and that always helps push back that feeling of worthlessness."
—Catherine R Cherry, via Facebook
Build a "make life a little easier" toolkit.
"I have a Happy Box that has some funny movies, a word search book, a nice smelling candle, and some spa-like beauty products to calm me down. It also has a journal, a favorite book, and some memories from happy times."
—ashleyb45512dc8c