There has been a lot on social media about depression - whether it is people bringing it to our attention, beautiful souls taking their own lives or ways to support people.
A big thing for me is to know my triggers, what sets me off into panic, sadness, withdrawal, anger, or all of the above!
For me it varies. It can be money worries, kids being intense, lack of support from friends, loneliness or stress.
The way I find that helps me the most is writing things down as well as talking it out with my "go to" people. I have my hubby, my mum, my life coach and a few key friends. All of which are amazing and can give me very different perspectives.
When you "suffer" from depression you learn who your true friends are and who you can turn to. It is wise to get a few of them because people generally lead busy lives and can't always stop everything to support me.
I have a gratitude journal beside my bed which I try to write in every night. On days where I am having trouble thinking of what to be grateful for I know that is a trigger. So I make sure I write something, even if it is "just" - my health, my life and my tribe. All of which I am truly grateful for every day.
