how do i fight something like depression without medication?

Hi lajaded and welcome to myLot. It would be too difficult to a degree to recommend because we do not know you personally and or know the level of depression you are experiencing. It would be quite easy to say to simply surround yourself with positivity and walk away but truly the level of depression is dependent on how you feel. Mainly I wanted to say and or ask why keep it a secret, depression should not be hidden, perhaps sharing your feelings with your family and or friends might gain you some wonderful avid advice. I can also suggest that you go online and search if there are free groups in your area where you could perhaps get some counseling and or share with others in situation. I do hope you do reach out to known people who normally would provide you with love and can understand that this time around it is you who needs them. There is no shame in asking loved ones for some guidance. I wish you the best of luck and do hope all gets better.

I know that is a crucial situation my dear and I won't say I have to pity you for that. Instead, I want to say that there is God whom you can cling on in times of depression. Uplift your worries to Him for I know He will listen to you. Jesus can heal you with your depression without your medication and seek for the Holy Spirit to intercede and manifests with you all the way. Listen to what God tells you and do what He says. Believe that He does miracles and the impossible. Claim for healing and abundant blessings.

despite the shocking number of people on here that claim depression is self inflicted through having a bad attitude, this is just because they don't know any better. the sad thing is, seeing as they ignore the truth when it's presented to them, they'll always remain so ignorant. depression is an illness which gives a SYMPTOM of feeling uncontrollably sad for no reason or cause. it's caused by a chemical inbalance in the brain. there's no need to hide it from your friends and family. depression is nothing to be ashamed of. you wouldn't be ashamed if you couldn't make insulin. it's physically a similar condition, in that the body can't produce sufficient amounts of a chemical it needs. if you talk to them, they can support you. it's a great shame that you live someone that charges people for medical care that they need. it's so sad and I'm surprised it still happens in developed countries. first of all, what you are dealing with is a chemical inbalance. you can't cure it, but you can help improve the situation. exercise and a healthy diet can help with managing your illness. it doesn't make it go away, but it does help produce a better chemical balance.

Watch a funny movie. Maybe one you get from "Building the YouBrary"

hi lajaded1 it seems to be you are diressed because of some reason and you dont want to disclose what makes you diressed.Being a health care rofessional,it is my duty to give you some advices.I hope it will help you.Deression mainly affect eople when they start to think every thing in self centered way. It is a proven fact that we cant change the way others behave towards us.But still we can change the way we pwrceive what they do.For an example,suppose a situation you asked for a help from an individual and they said or they behaved in a negetive way towards you.Then definitly there will be a chance to thaink about that specific person in a bad way.Instead of that you just try to convince your subconcious mind that the person who you approached was not able to help you or they are less effective than you.Then your subconcious mind will find a solution for you. You never know how strong you are when it matters your subconcious mind.It is powerful and able to win the whole mankind.There was no difference in the individual streangth to the people like Bil Gates,Steve Jobs,So and so...Then how do they won the life? It is simple that they tuned their sub concious mind and they beleived that the stuff they can do when the wwhole world is against them. So my advice is not to take any medicines,Just make yourself beleive that you are the best person to handle your heart.None else Hope you will be alright soon With Regards jjosemadam

It's not good to bottle in the depression this way. I understand the fear that may come from telling a loved one about depression, trust me I do. I suffer depression myself so I know exactly where you come from. One thing I learned however, is if you have just one person... one, who you can vent too and talk too and let your emotions out too, then it helps let out the energy that has built up from simply venting. If you need someone to talk too who understands, i'll happily be that person. Just send me a message. I enjoy helping others, and I can see that you need a caring ear. :)

I've been living with depression for over 8 years now, and all those years I've been taking medication. I believe that taking medication isn't that helpful. When I first started taking medication, I didn't have a choice as I was only 14 years old and my parents made the decisions for me. I think that it's a good thing you can't go on meds mainly because it is very difficult to stop taking them when you have been on them for a long time. Talking about things in your life is a good place to start, doesn't have to be about bad things, just talking in general helps as if you think about something good and talk about something good, it will make you feel good. I understand that it would be difficult to talk to your friends and family about depression, however talking to a family member helps a lot, they can support you in a lot of aspects and knowing that there is someone there that understands and is there to help you can be quite a relief of your mind. I'm not sure if you're like me, but when I first realised I had depression and I didn't tell anyone I got a lot more stressed because I was worrying about what my family would think of me if I told them. Once I did talk to them about it, they were very caring and understanding and only wanted to help. Writing down your thoughts in a journal (or even just a piece of paper) can help vent your mind. If you ever think of something bad try to do something to keep your mind occupied so you aren't thinking of it... like do a crossword puzzle or research something you're really interested/passionate about.

The key in my humble opinion is to try to figure out activities which make you feel relaxed. Secondly, try to apreciate little things in life, so as to try to avoid depressing feelings and be happier. But it is also very important to have people around you whom you trust and who can help you lead a better life.

I can so totally relate to your struggle with depression lajaded. I too, fight that fight on a regular basis without the assistance of medication. I, like you, have tried to find ways to deal with the depression without meds. One thing, that I can tell you works for me, is writing. Trying to create a character in a short story or even a poem, who accomplishes what I dream of MINUS the depression. Even doing what you're doing right here and just verbalizing it could help because you never know who you may become friends with who can help OR can at least relate to your story. Best of luck to you...and to all of us who struggle with the cloud of depression.

If you really need the meds. What bout dr samples. hope you are feeling better. Take care.

I only have to say one sentence. Everything is possible with willpower. You are so beautiful that I just wonder what is the reason of your depression.