depression

There's no denying if you're depressed, lonely, or feeling generally melancholy during a time of year that's meant to be extra merry, it can make one extra sad.

Talk about a very "happy" mix up. Some people opened up their pill bottles to discover both depression and erectile dysfunction medication.

It was a really great day. Lovely weather, chatted with a friend, and life felt good. BUT, a few days ago? It was a different story.

It's been a hard year. Many are struggling with sadness. When you're having a dark moment, the smallest step you take to feel better makes a big difference.

If we know that holiday decor is our saving grace why didn't we start decorating back in April?

Mornings can be especially rough when you're struggling with emotions. Consider making this your morning routine for a better start.

There are many benefits in taking *gasp* cold showers. As horrifying as that may sound to me, and maybe you, the studies are compelling.

Life begins to feel shallow if we're not filling it with anything else except ourselves. Reach out to someone you love. Find something to be passionate about.

Some confuse solitude with being lonely. But this is different. It's choosing to spend time getting to know yourself--almost as you would a friend.

I finally just flung on my walking shoes, grabbed my ear buds, and out the door I went. It took about seven minutes before I started to feel my mood lighten.

Get out and connect in the physical world--socially-distancing, of course. Call a friend. Take a walk. Prepare a meal. Get back into your body.

Very often, small things can have a huge impact. Next time you feel plagued with a bad day, check a few of these off of your to-do list.