What Helps You When You're Sad?

Falling asleep, just losing consciousness so I don't have to be in my actively sad mindset.

 

Humor and possibly music. Definitely humor though. Also accomplishing goals that I have set for myself or making good progress in them at least.

 

Been there, done that. I have heard this in one manner or another over the years. And, worst of all, I sort of got this tone from my penultimate doctor. He might seem very nice to people, but was such a know it all - overextending his reach about my type of work and even about recommending a place of worship, which I sort of already had ... on paper. Because of health insurance changes, I needed to select a new doctor because he was no longer "in network." I have a doctor I like, but I also don't know what he thinks about me and some of my past escapades. I go infrequently, so I will keep this doctor who doesn't gratuitously offer commentary that bothers me.

 

I wait it out until it's somewhat near when I go to bed, then sleep it out.

 

So tired so apologies is I repeated something already posted, talk to friends, also you could call an organisation to talk about your sadness. In Australia there are lots, lifeline, suicide call back line which is National and Vic Suicide line etc etc (sorry I don't have them all on me ATM but those are the main one, there are also ones for grief depression anxiety etc)

 

My faith, my husband (who is my best friend), a few other close friends & music. I have a playlist on YouTube of songs I like that always lift my spirits. Sending good thoughts & big hugs your way that the sadness will pass quickly or at least be alleviated.

 

Different things for different sadnesses.

* Listen to a funny radio show / podcast
* Watch adventure time
* Let myself feel sad, no resistance

 

When I feel sad, I cry it out, talk to a friend or watch netflix.
Or to cheer myself up I dress up, do my hair and put on makeup to feel pretty. If I'm home alone I put music on and sing along. If I'm not alone, I just put music on but then I use headphones cause my family can't stand the music I listen to...
Or then I write my story unless part of my bad mood I because of the frustration when I can't writs a word.

 

I immediately try to distract my brian with something else so I don't spiral into deep depressing feelings. I usually do this by drawing, writing reading, playing video games, meditating, ect. If I fail that, then I just spiral into my thoughts and cry my feelings out until I tire myself out and feel better.

 

Top Gear, every time!

I cannot ever watch this clip without bursting my sides from laughter :roflmao:

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For me its hugging my cat or holding her when I sleep.

 

I either watch a comedy or go for a long bike ride.

 

A really long walk around Dublin city, looking at all of the wonderful parks and old city lanes with my favourite music pumping through my earphones always helps.

 

To read about suicide methods.

Keeps my mind busy.

 

Listen to music and cry it out.

Crying really helps me.

 

books, music, movies, foods, chocolate, a dinner in a restaurant even you're alone. Simple things that makes you smile or relax will cover the sadness you feel for awhile.

 

I like to sleep too, as well as play video games and draw and sing.

---------- Post added 12th Jun 2015 at 12:55 PM ----------

Some times I wish I could go to sleep and dream forever.

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And I absolutely LOVE hugs! The tighter the hug the more special I'll feel.

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I used to have a cat that would take care of me and I was the happiest kid in the world, but she's gone, so no more special hugs, or kisses or someone to sleep next to... :icon_sad:

 

Maths mostly. I'll just solve random equations I make up or find online. It helps me think logically and not get flustered by emotions.

I also like music, writing, Minecraft, talking to friends.

 

Looking at youtube videos of happy couples or people doing awesome stuff. I also love taking a long run when I feel sad. That usually takes my mind of whatever I'm feeling puh about and reminds me how painful life really can be :lol:

 

I take back my answer; crying isn't helping.