Depression hurts. Yesterday the world lost one of its greatest - TopicsExpress

Depression hurts. Yesterday the world lost one of its greatest actors/comedians. Robin Williams is proof that no amount of money can resolve the demons that are within. Depression runs strong in my family, not something that I often speak of but nothing that I hide from either. I have battled from mild depression for years. Looking back, I used food as my crutch to help with this. Now I use exercise. But when I get really overwhelmed, food is still my drug of choice. I use food to silence the thoughts in my head, to numb the feelings I dont want to feel. I know that I shouldnt be eating it (doing it) but depression fogs the brain. Most of us know someone who suffers from some form of depression, whether it be mild or extreme. Perhaps its you that suffers? For the most part, I handle my depression by good food and exercise. Becoming active on a daily basis has been the best thing to control it. Yes, there are many days when the brain says Im too tired to or I dont want to but I know that if I dont exercise, I will have a more somber day and not deal with lifes stresses as well. Also eating healthy and keeping sugars and processed foods away from me makes my brain work better. When I start to eat bad, I start to think bad. When I eat clean, my mind is clear. Exercise and healthy food may not cure everything but there is no doubt in my mind that they help you feel better. If you suffer or think you suffer, do yourself a favour and eat well today, go for a walk and talk to someone. Dont isolate yourself, even though it is easier. There are many public health recourses to help you. You dont need to suffer in silence.