@Will Kweks, maybe you'd like to learn and understand something new: https://www.youtube.com/@GrandmasterWolfmystic

How to Practice Self-Observation | Eckhart Tolle Teachings

The ability to observe non-judgmentally what goes on inside you depends on your level of awareness. In this video, Eckhart discusses our primary purpose - to awaken into the new consciousness that is evolving on the planet - and how this process of awakening comes down to making daily life your continual practice.

The Five Benefits of Learning to Observe Your Thoughts (Self-Awareness Series #1)
Most of our default thoughts and responses come from childhood and cultural conditioning.
https://counterintuitiveguide.substack.com/p/why-learning-to-observe-thoughts

Learning How to Observe Thoughts (Self-Awareness Series #2)
The most important life skill nobody ever taught us
https://counterintuitiveguide.substack.com/p/learning-how-to-observe-thoughts

Spoiler: Depression

Depression: Definition and Prevalence

Depression is one of the most common mental disorders worldwide, affecting millions of people each year. It manifests as persistent sadness and a loss of interest in activities that once brought joy, accompanied by an inability to meet daily demands. This can have a significant impact on a person's personal and professional life. Depression is complex and can have various causes, including genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors.

The benefits of regular physical activity:

Exercise can promote the release of endorphins and other natural brain-boosting chemicals, leading to improved mood and reduced anxiety and stress. Regular physical activity, whether aerobics, strength training, or yoga, can also improve sleep quality and boost self-confidence.

Practical tips for implementation:

To start with, it can be helpful to schedule daily walks. Participating in group fitness classes can also increase motivation and offer additional psychological benefits through social interaction.

Relaxation Techniques

Meditation:

Meditation can help calm the mind and reduce stress. Techniques such as mindfulness meditation can be particularly helpful in focusing attention on the present moment and breaking negative thought patterns.

Yoga:
Yoga combines physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation to promote physical and mental well-being. It is particularly useful for reducing stress, anxiety, and the physical symptoms associated with depression.

Breathing Exercises:

Simple breathing techniques such as deep breathing can be used to relax the body and calm the mind, which can be especially helpful during stressful or anxious times.

These natural treatments offer a variety of options for gently addressing the symptoms of depression and promoting overall well-being. Next, we will discuss how these approaches can be effectively integrated into daily life.

Depression comes in varying degrees of severity:

Mild depression: Symptoms are present but do not completely prevent functioning. A person can continue to work and maintain relationships, albeit with difficulty.

Moderate depression: Symptoms begin to significantly interfere with daily life, making it difficult to perform everyday tasks.
Major depression: Symptoms are severe and pervasive, making it impossible to function normally. Severe depression may include psychotic symptoms such as hallucinations or delusions. Severe depression requires professional support and consultation with a psychiatrist.

 

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Alternative treatments for depression

Psychotherapy (e.g., cognitive behavioral therapy – CBT)
- Focuses on negative thought patterns and behavioral changes
- Most effective non-drug treatment; first choice for mild to moderate depression.

Exercise/Exercise
- Regular endurance exercise (e.g., jogging, cycling) or rehabilitation exercise.
- Reduces symptoms by up to 30%; effective in prevention and treatment.
- At least 30 minutes per day.

Mindfulness and meditation (e.g., yoga, mindfulness)
- Breathing exercises, meditation, or yoga sessions.
- Reduces stress and negative thoughts; sustainable with regular practice.

Nutritional therapy
- Balanced diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains; avoidance of sugar.

 

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@PulseWave stop. stop right now.

You're offering medical advice, and I'm assuming you're not a medical professional given that some of that advice is potentially life threatening. Do not, I repeat, do not suggest things like St John's Wort unless you know the person's medical history and what they're taking medication, diet, and supplement-wise.

I know you mean well, but please just do not.

 

Welcome to the internet?

In all seriousness: Just go to a psychiatrist. Psychiatry did for me what years of therapy didn't (though psychoanalysis and etc has their value in the self-knowledge realm)

 

look at your food and water. get sun. smile and say hi until you get to talk about anything with anybody, get a dog, get vitamin d drops.

 

Thanks for the tip, I deleted it!

 

I could add "jump off the tenth floor balcony" to this list and it would make just as much sense. It's really that easy.

 

@PulseWave only points out what is available in the market. medical advice is more specific

 

Everyone has some problems, some people cure them with alcohol or drugs, others like to play games and compose music, but everyone is ashamed to talk about it, there is no ready solution to this problem

 

I made my comment from personal experience.
I come from a country that uses malnourishment to control the population. I was in very bad shape. at times almost catatonic. then I changed country I started eating real food drinking non poisoned water meeting normal people, not for friendship just for that moment. I started taking vitamin d. no more depression. depression is only possible when we make it happen.