Posted: 24 September 2005 at 6:31pm | IP Logged

Hey everyone i haven't been around that much lately, i'm feelin' really depressed lately i don't know why i think i might be a victim of that SAD thing, i don't know.

Anyone got any remidies for depression?

Posted: 24 September 2005 at 6:50pm | IP Logged

It's a difficult one mate because I think, sometimes, depression is a necessary part of life and you just have to work through it. Obviously if it goes on too long or gets too deep that's a different thing but in its own way it helps you to define the good times.

It's kind of hard to write that without it sounding patronising or something but it's not meant to be.

If all else fails, do a lot of exercise - it releases a load of endorphins into the brain and gives you a natural "high" (he said, sitting in his armchair eating another "magnum" and opening a bottle of beer )

Good luck mate!

Posted: 24 September 2005 at 8:42pm | IP Logged

I have to agree that a darn good walk in the fresh air can change all manner of perspectives, although sometimes I know people can feel so down they can't actually get out of bed.

Its not out of place to go see your doctor, they won't immediately drop you some happy pills (quite the reverse these days) but chatting things out to a professional can clear the air a little.

Hope you feel better soon Minus, a lot of creative people seem to nosedive from time to time.

Posted: 25 September 2005 at 7:54am | IP Logged

Cheers for the words of support, i think i could do with a holiday or something, it's been a rough year.I think the combination of certain events has taken it's toll.I did talk to the doc and he gave me some happy pills but i haven't taken them i'd rather not rely on pills, and sort it out natraully.

I think i might take your advice and go for a long walk clear the head.

Posted: 25 September 2005 at 9:24am | IP Logged

ahhh, long walks in the fresh air, ya can't beat 'em

i just had 1, doing my paper round in a very nice area, even though it's a pain getting up it is worth it

Posted: 25 September 2005 at 9:29am | IP Logged

Ah mate I'm sorry to hear this.  It's tough mate.  All I can say is try and see the positive stuff around you and make sure you're doing stuff that makes you happy more often.  If you do find you're just too low and nothing seems to help you should consult your doctor mate.

Thinking of ya, all the best buddy.

Rainy xx

Posted: 25 September 2005 at 10:09am | IP Logged

Go get that vacation man !

Next year we'll both be 30 years old Minus, don't get depressed on me now. Save some untill next year

Hope you start feeling better soon man, and try to do it without the doctors prescription... Endorphines (as GreyB says) are the best ! get some sneakers on and run 5 miles, then run 5 more...

Hans