Staying busy

A couple of things off the bat. I hope as this thing evolves that it will generate a lot of positive interaction. Also, I won't tolerate language that attacks another or is deemed harmful by me. I want this to be a positive force to help those with depression.

One of things I've discovered from experience and interaction with others that one of the best tools to fighting depression is staying busy. It has been one of the things I've been dealing with a lot lately, especially dealing with unemployment for almost a year.

There have days where I haven't wanted to get out of bed. There have been days where I just thought why bother. As of last count I've applied for over 1100 jobs. It can get discouraging at times.

But what I've found is the courage to just keep going. Taking it one morning at a time. Also know it's ok to be down from time to time but to never give up.

So what I've discovered is in the past having a job really helps. Getting involved helping others helps. So while I don't have work to help distract me from my depression, I keep busy around the house. I do dishes, I help with the laundry, I do the shopping, I cook and clean.

Another thing I do is Indexing. I type up historical records that allow people to be able to search for their ancestors. When it cools down and it's safer to take the toddler out during the day I'll take pictures of graves for Find a Grave to help others with their Genealogy.

So I encourage you to find something to keep you busy. The best things I feel are projects that also help others.