We live in a world that’s so easy to get caught up in depression. It’s easy to find reasons to be sad, angry, or thrown off. People are dying everyday due to homicides, suicides, and fatal accidents. People are checking out due to drugs, alcoholism, and mental health issues. I mean the list goes on.
Although it’s completely normal to have emotion behind any of these situations as it relates to people you know, let alone yourself. It’s imperative that you find ways to dig yourself out of the dumps. As tough as that may seem sometimes, it’s totally necessary.
Being surrounded by situations that make you sad is never a fun thing, but if you’re not intentional about keeping your spirits up, depression and sadness can make you live a lifetime of sorrow.
It’s crazy because even the Bible tells us that “Sorrow is better than laughter; for by the sadness of the countenance the heart is made better.” In other words, going through things is what makes you strong. You get stronger as you’re force to bear the realities of the truth. It may not feel good but it IS good for you.(That’s a word within itself.)
Outside of the force of having to go through situations that may not be so pleasant, there are things that you can do to put yourself in better spirits daily.
For instance, you could:
- Get more sleep.
- Exercise more.
- Volunteer in nature.
- Spend time outdoors.
- Write down what (or who) you are grateful for.
- Listen to happy music.
- Laugh!
Making sure you’re stepping out of your current routine and creating a new one is key. Doing things you don’t normally do automatically shifts the atmosphere. It’s creates a new space. It’s so healthy to get out the norm.
There’s so much to learn and explore in life. It’s tough to keep up w the negative all the time. It’s better to find and stay positive. The glass has to be half full. You have to force yourself to try new things.
Feed your mind. Listen to some inspiration. Sign up for a new course. Study someone that inspires you. Read positive books. Grow through what you go through. Remember, no matter what’s going on, there’s always something greater happening at the same time. Find that gratitude and never let go.
You got this!