Depression affects your physical and emotional self. Below you’ll find some very useful tips to help you begin your journey to battle depression.

Do not use the words “depression” or “depressed” in your vocabulary. The words “depressed” and “depression” have much baggage in connection with feelings of hopelessness. Rather, when in the grip of depression, try to classify it as nothing more than a bad mood. Though downward mood swings and depression are essentially the same thing, it is sometimes easier mentally to deal with the process of elevating a temporary mood.

If you own your own home or your apartment lease allows, decorate your place with bright, happy decorations. Bright surroundings cause you to feel brighter as well.

One of the best ways to deal with depression is to locate and subsequently fix the initial causes of your depression. If you can work to identify triggers, you can then …