Excerpt from my Book- "My Guide to Staying Alive: A Beginner's Manual for Depression"
Step 2: Find Your Tips & Tricks for Survival
The next thing you want to do is find your tips & tricks for survival. Here is my list of things I do to feel better and get through the day. I recommend writing a list of ideas you like, use my ideas to brainstorm additional things that work for you and your life. It’s really great to create a list (on paper or in your head) of coping mechanisms ahead of time so when you’re really struggling or having a dark day, you can refer to your list for help.
-Write it all down, all the negative thoughts, memories and ideas. Get it out of your head and on paper. Shred it if you want or file it away if you need to.
-If you don’t have a pet, get one immediately. Half of the reason I do anything is because I love my dog so much and I want to make her happy.