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Things That Help Combat Depression and Anxiety

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~supplements~

What: fish oil supplements
Why: They contain 360mg of Omega-3 which is clinically proven to help combat depression.

What: St. John’s Wort supplement
Why: has historically been proven to combat depression super effectively (note: check with your doctor because it could interfere with your meds! this includes non-mental meds, like birth control)

What: gingko biloba supplements
Why: improves brain function/circulation

What: Licorice
Why: It’s a super powerful anti depressant (dont take if you have high blood pressure)

~foods~

What: bananas! a banana a day! orrr broccoli, spinach, cauliflower, peas, pinto beans, asparagus etc other foods that you probs wont eat regularly lol
Why: has B vitamins which help your neurotransmitters function at a high level and improve nerve cell communication (note: this is usually for types of depression that are caused by this imbalance)

What: Sunflower seeds, soy beans (try eating your cereal with soy milk!), black beans, eggs
Why: They contain phenalylalanine which increases dopamine and norepinepherene production in the brain

What: foods with tryptophan like peanuts, soy products, tuna, salmon, fish in general, dark chocolate
Why: helps produce seratonin which helps with sleep problems, depression and low self esteem

 ~teas~

What: Ginger herbal tea, rosemary tea (or extract)
Why: ginger is traditionally used to help with depression. Rosemary contains cineole, which helps stimulate the nervous system.

What: Chamomile herbal tea
Why: Calms anxiety and eases stress. Calming effect and soothes the nervous system. Most people drink it before bed.

What: Ginseng herbal tea
Why: It has EVERYTHING good in it (seratonin, all most of those other long words I mentioned)

Note: if you buy these teas, make sure it’s the real herb, not some artificial flavoring of black tea! Yogi is a really great brand for herbal teas.

ENVIRONMENT~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

What: lavender oil
Why: lifts your mood, helps you be calm. I sprinkle it on my bed once a week.

What: ylang ylang oil
Why: used to treat depression, consoles the heart

What: geranium oil
Why: relaxant. uplifts spirit

What: Myrrh incense and Frankincense incense
Why: They both cleanse the environments, and contribute to your emotional wellbeing. I know my mom uses frankincense for spiritual cleansing, and I use myrrh because it makes me feel comforted and still. You should DEF get these incense. they’re cheap on amazon.

What: completely clean your room or house. I mean thoroughly. Vacuum/sweep every corner. Wipe/dust down every surface. Then re-decorate your room. Put art on your wall that inspires you, and comforts you. If you want, paint your walls a color that contributes to your peace of mind (avoid colors typically associated with negative emotions/experiences). Make photographs of those you care for visible on the wall, or in frames. Put semi-sheer curtains on your windows that allow light to come through. Open your blinds!
Why: a calm, clean, comforting home is good for the soul/mind.

What: introduce more uplifting music into your life.
Why: because it’s good for you (and uplifting music raises your vibrations; sound is powerful! crystals’ energies are often cleansed using bells or tuning forks)

Note: Oils often have a high potency, so avoid use directly on skin, unless diluted with other neutralizing oils (like almond or olive) and/or water. Do your research to get more in depth info on mixing essential oils!

SPIRITUAL~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

What: Meditation, at least 10 minutes per day
Why: with dedication and practice, it helps you gain control of your thoughts. Over time, you can retreat to your inner place anywhere, which is really useful.

What: blue lace agate stones
Why: helps find the inner love within yourself that heals and transforms all wounds. useful when working on the inner self. (I personally use blue lace agate, it’s my favorite)

What: Amethyst crystals
Why: It is considered a master healing stone. It does SO MUCH. But primarily it is used to help with transformation, and centering yourself.

note: crystals/stones that can must be cleansed after every session by running under cool water (if cleansing in sink, imagine it being a cool running brook/stream). using a tuning fork or bells is great too, esp. for crystals/stones that cannot come in contact with water. Depending on the type, they are recharged in sunlight, moonlight, or sometimes soil. The two mentioned can be recharged in sunlight.
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As always, speak to your psychiatrist/doctor first, let them know about any supplements and dietary changes, and continue taking whatever meds you need. This is not a magical list of cures; they are aids to work in conjunction with whatever it is you already do for yourself. Peace & Blessings to everyone on their journey to wellness, and sustaining wellness! I am right there with you. :)

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