Some final tips

Useful tips

Below are some quotes from people about what they found helpful around depression.

'For me knowing that I wasn’t alone in feeling this way and that other people have got through it gave me hope that I could get through it too.'

'I think the most important thing for me was having a good friend to talk to, she listened when I needed it in a non-judgemental way that helped me reflect on how I was feeling. I was then able to tell my family who helped me to seek support.'

'Having a crisis plan in place really helped me to know what to do when I felt overwhelmed. I haven’t had to use it for a while now which I’m proud of but knowing the support is there if I ever need it again is reassuring.'

'Sometimes the only thing I can think to do is pause and consider whether I need to decide in that moment or if I could wait a few days to allow something to change, usually something I hadn’t thought about. For me choosing to delay the decision has always helped.'

'It’s very hard when I feel low to think about and do things for myself that are kind but I find purposefully and consciously trying to be kind to myself can stop the negative thoughts and feelings from spiralling downwards.'

For more information about coping when you feel overwhelmed or supporting someone who feels that way take a look at our online course ‘Coping with a mental health crisis’. Find it in the courses section of this website.