Valgomoms Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 (edited) My therapist told me that I should get in touch with my creativity. It was so hard for me because, I ALWAYS told myself that I had no imagination.So I went for it. I always admired people who painted. So I signed up in a creative painting classes, bought the WHOLE wang bang (brush, paint,..) and started painting!Omg, I can't believe it and people either. I am so good at it! When I paint, I'm not in my head or in my body. So it's a big relief for me to be able to escape like this. And the feeling last for a long time also. Edited September 25, 2014 by Valgomoms 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goincrazy Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 Riding my bike or walking and eating chocolate 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn81 Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 Binge-watching sci-fi shows in bed on a tablet in the dark with headphones. Doesn't make anything better. Just makes me forget about the world for a while. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gentle sun Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 Writing in my journal and reading depression self-help books. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrenn84 Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 CookingBakingListening to music........probably the easiest and most reliable way I can elevate my mood 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
in the shadows Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 listening to musicwalking/runningdrawingplaying with my sisters dog 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rainingviolets Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Playing with my grandkids. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bellbottoms Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 Lately eating although it doesn't really work except for in the moment of eating... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gentle sun Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 Writing in a journal to get your feelings and thoughts out. Sometimes you come to a better clarification of whats going on with you when you write. Sometimes you come to a different conclusion too. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shio Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 I picked online forum meaning DF as all my friends who understand and support me are here! Love all my DF Friends! Phenomenal friends you are!My second pick would be exercise and third --- chocolate! deep dark chocolate 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staccato Posted February 13, 2015 Share Posted February 13, 2015 Reading, listening to music and creative writing are some of my favourites. I can only do the writing sometimes, but when the writer's block leaves me, it's an amazing outlet– and in the meantime, even school writing can be enjoyable. When I can handle it, seeing my (quasi-)family is really nice and I always feel good for a while after. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mywarmblood Posted February 13, 2015 Share Posted February 13, 2015 MusicArtPhotographyNatureWaterAnimalsMeditationComedyThat about sums it up, I guess. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mavigo Posted February 13, 2015 Share Posted February 13, 2015 I'm surprised no one chose suntanning. Although I went with exercise as my first choice, tanning would have been my second. Nothing feels better than the warmth of the sun and the way it darkens your skin. It gives the impression that you actually engage in outdoor activities. =P 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Slothbottom Posted February 22, 2015 Share Posted February 22, 2015 I tend to watch cartoons or wrestling shows. They take my mind entirely off of anything negative occurring since my brain is having to deal with a bunch of other more positive emotions; especially when watching Adrian Neville's top rope action in the ring. Gets the blood pumping. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geekman Posted February 22, 2015 Share Posted February 22, 2015 Music--hands down, since 2009, when major outside uncontrollable problems descended on me. Whether it is playing my favorite artists or better yet, going to a live music concert--that is spiritual revival and keeps me going. Too bad I can't sing anymore (too many cigarettes). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dpchick Posted February 23, 2015 Share Posted February 23, 2015 Watching videos of cute cats and dogs especially the ones with them interacting with babies or small children 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RatBoy Posted March 3, 2015 Share Posted March 3, 2015 I voted exercise, but really anything that takes my mind off of me/my state. Being with friends, reading, exercise, shopping, being online.I liken my depression (thankfully I've got a mild case) to the noise on an LP. Remember those? If an album was scratched, between songs you'd hear the rhythmic scratching noises - and then when a song would start, you'd only hear the music. That's what I need. Something to drown out the noise. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cat food Posted March 3, 2015 Share Posted March 3, 2015 Running 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Slothbottom Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 Reading comics/watching cartoons also helps. Takes me back to that childhood feeling of being blissfully unaware of adult issues. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idkusername465 Posted April 12, 2015 Share Posted April 12, 2015 Wow this thread is OLD! I see some of the first 100 people to ever sign onto this website. WOW thats crazy to think about! I wonder what there lives are like now? Ya know? 11 years later? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RatBoy Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 I originally voted "walking/other exercise", but I just deleted it.My favorite activity isn't listed as an option.I REALLY, REALLY like interacting with other people. Lunch or dinner with friends, attending a sporting event, talking with relatives or neighbors.These things, simple interactions with people that know me, people that view me as more or less on the same level - these things remind me that many of the problems I have are ones that I've generated myself. Oh, sure, I dunno if I'll ever have a SO again and I've seen nothing to contradict that opinion, but in terms of being some total jerk loser or subhuman freak, I ain't one. I respect the people that I've been fortunate to surround myself with, and they seem to easily tolerate my presence, if not enjoy being in my company. I'm reasonably well-read and I enjoy cracking wise. I'm OK to be around, and very much enjoy being around others.This activity helps me forget my self-inflicted pain more than anything else.Best to all. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shyneadh Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 Pampering self and listening to music always cheers me up. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkRain Posted April 16, 2015 Share Posted April 16, 2015 (edited) I like to go to the asian grocery store after class and buy myself at least one unique food I've never tried or even heard of to have a different experience. Even if I don't like it that's okay! I learned something. Today I tried gantaang bilo bilo. A Filipino snack consisting of tapioca, taro, banana, jackfruit, sweet potato, purple yam (which turns the whole thing purple), and coconut milk. Very yummy. Also had sikhye, a Korean rice punch which I didn't enjoy much. Edited April 16, 2015 by DarkRain 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sober4life Posted May 3, 2015 Share Posted May 3, 2015 For me just being outside in the sun helps. I'm glad the weather is finally good. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
in the shadows Posted May 4, 2015 Share Posted May 4, 2015 taking a walk , and listening to music , eating some chocolate, 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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