Blues Busters

QUICK TIPS FOR “BEATING THE BLUES”

1. CREATE SUPPORT!

Depression feeds on social & emotional isolation. Create support by joining a therapy group, CRHP, MOMS group, bible study, etc. Develop
a network of supportive people who can empathize and hold you accountable to make positive changes in your life.

1. HALT!

Don’t allow yourself to become too Hungry, Angry, Lonely or Tired. Take care of your basic needs first – only then can you attend to others’ needs.

1. IT IS OKAY TO SAY “NO!”

Good emotional health requires a strong sense of boundaries. Know your limits and enforce them.

1. BECOME INTERDEPENDENT!

As a woman, lots of people depend on you. If you respond to everyone else’s needs at the expense of your own, resentment may set in. Learn how to identify your needs and practice asking for help. Also remember, when help is offered, accept it!

1. GET MOVING!

When you are depressed, the last thing you want to do is to move, but it is the very thing your body needs. Physical activity of any kind has fantastic benefits by releasing chemicals in the brain which boost your energy level.

1. A MUST READ!

How to Heal Depression
by Harold Bloomfield & Peter McWilliams


Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart,
and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy; and my burden is light.
Matthew 11:28-30


Created by Christine Turo-Shields, ACSW, LCSW
Office number 317-865-1674