What do you do to help yourself when in the grips of depression?

[fujiyama]

14. I have tended to drink in the past

which never particularly helped. I've cut that down though because I have little interest in even drinking.

I went on a hike last weekend with some friends. I felt great that day and even maybe a day or two later. But the depression is like a stalking horse (it reminds me of those horse in the Lord of the Rings). By Friday it had kicked me down. I think physical activity is likely one of the most effective ways of feeling better, but I understand how difficult it can be to get the motivation, especially when you feel like there is little point in doing it in the first place...