The only solutions I know is Running, Sailing, Kayaking, Hiking or Walking every day. Find something physical that you can do for a couple hours everyday.

I need to do that. I have not been physically active enough. Thank you for suggesting it.

Penpen, medication can definitely help you feel better and it's great that you're open to trying new medication - that is definitely a good place to start :)

I agree with the above post-physical activity is a great way to get some endorphins flowing which can absolutely help increase positivity.

Some people also find it helpful to write a few things down that they are grateful for before they go to bed. This can be a challenge when you're feeling depressed, at least it was for me and when I first started doing this I would often write things like 'i have running water' Eventually, though I was able to see more and more good things, so if you try this be patient with yourself <3

It can also be helpful to volunteer. Animal shelters, libraries etc...always need helping hands and doing something good for someone else for an hour or two per week can be extremely powerful.

Whatever you decide to do, it's ok to take small steps. Celebrate each little step, because small steps add up. I can see how hard you're trying and that's what matters <3

Thank you for all of your suggestions. I desperately don’t want to feel like this.

I know you don't! I've dealt with depression most of my life and I know that it's so hard to do the things that are supposed to help the most. Little things really do add up so keep taking each day one moment at a time <3

Thank you so much for the encouragement! It is so greatly appreciated.

I have a book of affirmations I read from most every morning, that are designed for Adult Children of Alcoholics. I also journal and keep a gratitude diary. Art work seems to help a lot. But on bad days I just can't get motivated to do anything. I am trying a new medication as well.

Thank you for you suggestions. I am a crafter but when I am depressed I can’t work on my crafts. I have no motivation to do so and can’t force myself. I just look at my supplies with a blank mind. I hope your new medication helps!

Like a feeling of nihilism? That nothing matters so fuck it? Or truly only seeing the "negative"?

For both, if you are comfortable getting one, a hug goes a long way. A real one, an open heart full body embrace. A half ass hug can almost make it worse.

I commiserate with you. And personally understand that pain. They say time heals all wounds but it can also deepen the scar. Dont wait find that person or pet that can help embrace you.

I hug my dogs but feel no joy from it. I have lost my joy.

I totally agree with invisiblefriend, above. I am a daily, as in every single day, walker...only black ice or thunderstorms keep me from it... having graduated over the past 50 years from running to jogging to waddling to, now, walking. I am out the door each morning by 5:30 AM or so; it is the ONE thing I am certain helps me battle depression.

Pen pen meditation can be helpful, too. Yesterday we did a meditation in a group I was in. There are many books, classes, and groups that use it. Also, youtube has many guided imagery meditations.

Find something that you like, that can help you feel positive. I use an app that gives me daily mantras. They can often be motivating. It may be difficult on some days but every day is new day. I agree agree with bluebird meditations can be helpful, even it is a 3 minute meditation program.

I lived for 25 years in negativity and self hate. It wasn’t until I got help and finally understood why I was so negative. God has had the biggest part in helping me overcome the negativity in my life. Its interesting the Bible actually talks about this. It says “whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable if anything is excellent or praiseworthy think on these things” (Philippians 4:8). I pray you can find the beauty and goodness that God has made you to be. And see the beauty He sees. -Rachel