A Review Of Techniques In Managing Your Depression

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A Review Of Techniques In Managing Your Depression

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Some people have a difficult time in managing their depression.

Sometimes, their depression and fears can get best of them. As a

result, here is a short list of techniques that a person can use

to help manage their depression.

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A Review Of Techniques In Managing Your Depression

Copyright © 2006 Stanley Popovich

A Layman's Guide to Managing Fear

http://www.managingfear.com/

Some people have a difficult time in managing their depression.

Sometimes, their depression and fears can get best of them. As a

result, here is a short list of techniques that a person can use

to help manage their depression.

One of the ways to manage your depression is to challenge your

negative thinking with positive statements and realistic

thinking. When encountering thoughts that make your fearful or

depressed, challenge those thoughts by asking yourself questions

that will maintain objectivity and common sense. For example,

your afraid that if you do not get that job promotion then you

will be stuck at your job forever. This depresses you, however

your thinking in this situation is unrealistic. The fact of the

matter is that there all are kinds of jobs available and just

because you don't get this job promotion doesn't mean that you

will never get one. In addition, people change jobs all the time,

and you always have that option of going elsewhere if you are

unhappy at your present location.

Some people get depressed and have a difficult time getting out

of bed in the mornings. When this happens, a person should take

a deep breathe and try to find something to do to get their mind

off of the problem. A person could take a walk, listen to some

music, read the newspaper or do an activity that will give them a

fresh perspective on things. Doing something will get your mind

off of the problem and give you confidence to do other things.

Sometimes, we can get depressed over a task that we will have to

perform in the near future. When this happens, visualize yourself

doing the task in your mind. For instance, you and your team have

to play in the championship volleyball game in front of a large

group of people in the next few days. Before the big day comes,

imagine yourself playing the game in your mind. Imagine that your

playing in front of a large audience. By playing the game in your

mind, you will be better prepared to perform for real when the

time comes. Self-Visualization is a great way to reduce the fear

and stress of a coming situation.

Another technique that is very helpful is to have a small

notebook of positive statements that make us feel good. Whenever

you come across an affirmation that makes you feel good, write it

down in a small notebook that you can carry around with you in

your pocket. Whenever you feel depressed, open up your small

notebook and read those statements.

Remember to take advantage of the help that is available around

you. If possible, talk to a professional who can help you manage

your fears and anxieties. They will be able to provide you with

additional advice and insights on how to deal with your current

problem. By talking to a professional, a person will be helping

themselves in the long run because they will become better able

to deal with their problems in the future. Managing your fears

and anxieties takes practice. The more you practice, the better

you will become.

The techniques that I have just covered are some basic ways to

manage your depression, however your best bet is to get some help

from a professional.

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Mr. Stanley Popovich is the author of " A Layman's Guide to

Managing Fear " an easy to read book that presents a overview

of techniques that are effective in managing persistent fears

and anxieties. For additional information go to:

http://www.managingfear.com