May 22, 2020

CWD Daily

Tips for Coping with Depression

If you are in a suicide crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 
1-800-273-8255.

Tip of the Day

None of us has to be perfect. Imperfection does not equal failure; it just means you're alive. Because every living human is imperfect.

So, give yourself a break. You're pretty darn wonderful, even when you make mistakes or don't reach your every goal.

CWD Daily is written by Julie Aiken, a layperson whose only authority lies in 40 years of coping with depression. Nothing in the newsletter should be taken as medical advice. Please do no self-diagnose or self-prescribe. Above all, please get help if you need it. 

Contact: witchhazel2020@gmail.com   

May 21, 2021

CWD Daily

Tips for Coping with Depression

If you are in a suicide crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 
1-800-273-8255.

Tip of the Day

What's your Friday? Whatever day of the week starts your down-time, plan something relaxing.

An hour to yourself to meditate or read. A long walk. A run in the park. A poker game with friends – even virtually.

Take some time just to chill. It's good for you!

CWD Daily is written by Julie Aiken, a layperson whose only authority lies in 40 years of coping with depression. Nothing in the newsletter should be taken as medical advice. Please do no self-diagnose or self-prescribe. Above all, please get help if you need it. 

Contact: witchhazel2020@gmail.com   

May 20, 2021

CWD Daily

Tips for Coping with Depression

If you are in a suicide crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 
1-800-273-8255.

Tip of the Day

 And then some days...unexpectedly...you feel happy!

– Happy by Pharrell Williams

CWD Daily is written by Julie Aiken, a layperson whose only authority lies in 40 years of coping with depression. Nothing in the newsletter should be taken as medical advice. Please do no self-diagnose or self-prescribe. Above all, please get help if you need it. 

Contact: witchhazel2020@gmail.com   

May 19, 2021

CWD Daily

Tips for Coping with Depression

If you are in a suicide crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 
1-800-273-8255.

Tip of the Day

When you're depressed everything seems wrong.

Try to think of one thing, no matter how small, that's going right.

It might help shift your focus and your thinking, and therefore shift your depression.

CWD Daily is written by Julie Aiken, a layperson whose only authority lies in 40 years of coping with depression. Nothing in the newsletter should be taken as medical advice. Please do no self-diagnose or self-prescribe. Above all, please get help if you need it. 

Contact: witchhazel2020@gmail.com   

May 18, 2021

CWD Daily

Tips for Coping with Depression

If you are in a suicide crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 
1-800-273-8255.

Tip of the Day

Many people are working to bring bipolar disorder into the light with moving and informative testimonials.

“Living with Bipolar Disorder” features actor Richard Dreyfuss describing his depression journey.

CWD Daily is written by Julie Aiken, a layperson whose only authority lies in 40 years of coping with depression. Nothing in the newsletter should be taken as medical advice. Please do no self-diagnose or self-prescribe. Above all, please get help if you need it. 

Contact: witchhazel2020@gmail.com   

May 17, 2021

CWD Daily

Tips for Coping with Depression

If you are in a suicide crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 
1-800-273-8255.

Tip of the Day

Studies have shown lavender can improve your sleep cycle, calm anxiety, and treat depression.

A great product to introduce the scent of lavender into your daily life is laundry soap! You can find many brands at your grocery store, such as Gain, Seventh Generation, and Mrs. Meyers. Target, Walmart and Bed, Bath and Beyond are a few of the stores that carry it.

There are also smaller brands available for online purchase. Here are a couple:

Sapadilla – Sweet Lavender and Lime Liquid Laundry Detergent
MountainMadness – Lavender Natural Laundry Soap

CWD Daily is written by Julie Aiken, a layperson whose only authority lies in 40 years of coping with depression. Nothing in the newsletter should be taken as medical advice. Please do no self-diagnose or self-prescribe. Above all, please get help if you need it. 

Contact: witchhazel2020@gmail.com   

May 16, 2021

CWD Daily

Tips for Coping with Depression

If you are in a suicide crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 
1-800-273-8255.

Tip of the Day

If you are in pain from depression, seek help.

If you've tried therapy or meds before but they didn't work, tell a professional just that. Find someone who will be your partner on this journey to wellness. Find someone who will guide you to try different things until you find the one that works for you.

Don't keep putting it off. Seek help.

CWD Daily is written by Julie Aiken, a layperson whose only authority lies in 40 years of coping with depression. Nothing in the newsletter should be taken as medical advice. Please do no self-diagnose or self-prescribe. Above all, please get help if you need it. 

Contact: witchhazel2020@gmail.com   

May 15, 2021

CWD Daily

Tips for Coping with Depression

If you are in a suicide crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 
1-800-273-8255.

Tip of the Day

Try probiotics against depression, starting with blueberries. Eat a handful a day. They're considered a superfood!

“Blueberries contain the antioxidant flavonoid anthocyanin, which is associated with reduced inflammation and the risk of depression. Finally, they also contain vitamin C, which can be beneficial for reducing the negative impacts of stress.”

– Foods that help with Depression in The Recovery Village

Check out THIS great article from Prevention and think about whether eating more probiotics (including blueberries) is a change you should explore.

CWD Daily is written by Julie Aiken, a layperson whose only authority lies in 40 years of coping with depression. Nothing in the newsletter should be taken as medical advice. Please do no self-diagnose or self-prescribe. Above all, please get help if you need it. 

Contact: witchhazel2020@gmail.com  

May 14, 2021

CWD Daily

Tips for Coping with Depression

If you are in a suicide crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 
1-800-273-8255.

Tip of the Day

Business Insider, of all places, printed a 2015 article entitled 12 Tiny Transformations That Will Improve Your Life.

These fantastic suggestions, such as “having an aggressive reading regimen,” aren't the typical feel-good advice. Best of all you can implement some of them right now!

CWD Daily is written by Julie Aiken, a layperson whose only authority lies in 40 years of coping with depression. Nothing in the newsletter should be taken as medical advice. Please do no self-diagnose or self-prescribe. Above all, please get help if you need it. 

Contact: witchhazel2020@gmail.com