3 Things to Think About When You're Feeling Depressed

Feeling sad or depressed most of the time is uncomfortable and it's easy to want to try to "get out of it" as soon as possible. But that is not always what's needed. Here are some tips that can help when feeling blue.

Whether you believe it or not, you are okay. However down you are, it helps to accept it and not try to change it. What's useful is to remind yourself that it won't last forever. Usually, these moods come and go. And if they don't, you probably need to see a therapist or counselor.

People care. It's often hard for people who love you to not do anything. If they try to "fix you," realize they care--they just don't know how to help. So tell them something like, "right now, I need to go through this, I know you care. What helps is if you accept my mood."

You are stronger than you think. This experience can help you realize how resilient you are. You haven't denied how you feel, you stayed with it, and took care of yourself. Sometimes when we come out of these "dark nights of the soul," we are stronger than ever.