More than 300 million people worldwide are suffering from it. But sadly we don’t talk about Depression and mental illness as much as we talk about other diseases.
The number of people with common mental disorders globally is going up, particularly in a country like ours. A recent WHO report provides evidence about the same. India is the most depressed country in the world, leaving the USA and China behind.
Recently, a hashtag #HowIFightDepression trended on Twitter and people from around the world came together sharing their stories of fighting depression.
We felt it was the most meaningful discussion that ever happened on social media. Here are some of the best tweets.
#1.
#HowIFightDepression
Depression is a liar.
If it tells you to isolate, don’t.
If it tells you to self medicate, don’t.
If it tells you to not eat, eat.
If it tells you to hide your suffering, tell someone.
Learn the language of depression, fight it, listen to your rational mind.— MentalHealthMillion (@MentalHealthMil) June 19, 2019
#2.
#HowIFightDepression – no matter how you do it, fight it. Remember that Depression is a liar – it takes real concerns & blows them out of proportion, obscures ability to see or believe in solutions, tells you ur stupid for even trying. Depression is a liar. Tell it to Fuck off.
— Ed the Sock (@EdtheSock) June 19, 2019
#3.
Remember that depression tells terrible lies. They are so believable when I’m in that dark place, but whever I crawl back out I can see clearly. You are so needed. Trust me. #HowIFightDepression
— Jenny Lawson (@TheBloggess) June 19, 2019
#4.
I re-calibrate my definition of “successful” and “productive” and celebrate the tiny victories instead.
1. Getting out of bed. YAY!
2. Shower. DOUBLE YAY!
3. Getting dressed. I AM WINNING SO HARD!#HowIFightDepression
— Elizabeth Esther (@elizabethesther) June 19, 2019
#5.
As a student of psychology, now, i know i should talk to someone whenever i feel depressed. if you ever feel “depressed” don’t take it lightly, talk to your friend and even talk to a stranger, (who never judge you) don’t hold this feeling. Share.♥️#HowIFightDepression
— Sundas kiran (@SundasKiran4) June 20, 2019
#6.
#HowIFightDepression
• Write it down — no matter what the thoughts may be
• Be honest and open about it
• Enjoy the little things
• Remember to laugh
• Feel it — let the emotions flow
• Remember that nobody is alone in this never ending battle… pic.twitter.com/CB9OoPPOlj— Nic Allis (@allis_nic) June 19, 2019
#7.
It’s okay if you don’t feel like getting out of bed. It’s okay if you can’t take a shower. It’s okay if you lied & cancelled all plans. Depression is mentally exhausting. It’s okay if all you did today was breathe. Mental illness is as real as physical one.#HowIFightDepression
— Komal Shahid (@ArmedWithWords) June 19, 2019
#8.
This is the main thing keeping me going. Keep fighting everyone ????#MentalHealth #KeepFighting #HowIFightDepression #Depression #Strength #Hope pic.twitter.com/EYdNat5jgl
— Aiesha (@aie_shaaa) June 28, 2019
#9.
Realizing I’m not the only one…????#HowIFightDepression pic.twitter.com/tr8DDNR8YS
— ????Ⓙⓔⓢⓢⓨ???? (@urfriendjessy) June 19, 2019
#10.
#HowIFightDepression By reminding myself that little things ARE accomplishments to be proud of. It is a big deal for me to get some cleaning done, or answer emails, or SING. Just because those things are easy for others, doesn’t mean they aren’t things for me to celebrate
— Suzannah (@SuzannahCo) June 19, 2019
#11.
I take my medication.
I go to therapy.
I have people who help make sure I eat well.
I have dogs that comfort me and take me for walks.Sometimes I win. Sometimes I lose.#HowIFightDepression
— Charley (@charleyywrites) June 19, 2019
#12.
#HowIFightDepression this sounds dumb as fuck. But this little man has helped me more than he knows. Just being himself does wonders to distract me for a little while. pic.twitter.com/uV0yb9jDd8
— mental gymnastics???????? (@kaygreggs) June 19, 2019
#13.
music, mostly…
— Thee Anthony Fantano (@theneedledrop) June 19, 2019
#14.
I felt like a loser at the time going to see a doctor. It saved my life.
Honestly, depression steals joy and makes you believe you are worthless.
You aren’t. I assure you. I’m glad I got adjusted.
I’m glad I found the courage for help. #HowIFightDepression
— Tony Posnanski (@tonyposnanski) June 19, 2019
#15.
Medication. Therapy. Exercise. Give myself one small task, and complete it; repeat the next day. Remind myself tons of others are fighting it too. #HowIFightDepression
— Jeremy (@cinemasins) June 19, 2019
#16.
I took up painting. It helps a little. pic.twitter.com/gCARpuk21S
— Trish Menzies (@TrishMenzies) June 19, 2019
#17.
I resisted taking meds up until a year ago. I thought if I took them I wouldn’t be funny or creative anymore. I have no idea how I made it through every day before them. Everything isn’t perfect now, but it has gotten better every day since I asked for help. #HowIFightDepression
— Mike Primavera (@primawesome) June 19, 2019
#18.
#HowIFightDepression – with Lily. She knows when I’m feeling down, I dont know how but she always does. She rescued me! ????❤????❤ pic.twitter.com/4gm4qa008o
— Janet (@JanTP8) June 19, 2019
#19.
It’s okay if you don’t feel like getting out of bed. It’s okay if you can’t take a walk. It’s okay if you lied & cancelled all plans. Depression is mentally exhausting. It’s okay if all you did today was breathe. Stay strong my friends. #HowIFightDepression
— Chase Marvil (@CHASEANDREWZ) June 19, 2019
#20.
You have to be uncomfortable enough to make a change. There came a point in dealing with depression, at least for me, that I said “I’m tired of feeling this way.”
Biggest thing I learned during my time in therapy. I’m still working on it.#HowIFightDepression— Adam Savidan (@WakeUpSuper) June 19, 2019