How To Get Out Of A Depression.

I have quite a few people around me who are going through a bit of a funk lately.

I think it could be a combination of things that are bringing them down...

• Family stuff.
• The economy.
• The election.
• Things at work.
• Relationship issues.
• World politics.
• Health issues.

And this is just with people I know. The list could probably go on and on if I thought about it some more.

So, while I don't exactly have any solid advice to give any of these people in their "blue" time... I thought I would list out the things that help ease me out of a funk. And I hope others will comment and add to the list...

My List:

• Yoga
• Pedicure
• Movie
• New fashion magazine
• The Sunday Styles Section from the NY Times - in newspaper form, not online.
• Pumpkin Spice Latte (Perfect for Seasonal Affective Disorder - SAD)
• Writing in the Public Library
• A long walk on a sunny day - even if it's cold.
• Madonna - In person, or on your iPod. (I'm listening to Ray of Light right now.)

I think whatever you can do to get yourself up and around the house and in action is helpful to easing out of a funk.

And if all else fails... As I learned today, "stressed" backwards spells "desserts." But I only encourage sweets in small doses. (A whole pint of Phish Food should be plenty small enough.)