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For lots of us, what fights off depression is how much we are able to draw out of the freebies that are within reach. Some Anti-depressants:
Think, fresh air. It's one thing I start with, even in the cold days for just a few secs (I know heating bills)
Movement/Exercise. Foot problems? Remember toddlers we were? Now find some activity that is soft or does Not use feet. The whole upper body...no I shud let you Enjoy finding what You can do.
Open link AFTER U did Your Figuring Out!) https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/11/well/move/bodyweight-strength-workout.html?action=click&module=RelatedLinks&pgtype=Article
Wholesome foods. Good for body And mind. Actually problems like obesity/diabetes will be rare with sensible foods, which are also Tasty, Smell good, Look good.
Finally FRIENDS. They are the best antidepressants. Why? Because the connection is most honest. You cant get unless you give -- of Equal Value, as in time, comfort, guidance, laughter, wonder/surprise. They are people yet we-the-people have forgotten how important we are to Each Other. So we suffer. Bizarre.
I am going to a singalong later; earlier to MacCoffee to find some. Yesterday I tried origami with three other; will try next wk again . Wish me luck; I wish u health.
There is St John's Wort, Omega 3 fatty acids e,g, fish oil capsules, Lavender at night either diffuse it or mix some with oil and apply to wrists and temples, Acupuncture, and SAMe which is a naturally occurring hormone in the body you can get in capsules.