How to Avoid Depression ?

Changing one's lifestyle, practicing self-care, and occasionally seeking professional assistance are all necessary to prevent depression. These are a few successful tactics:

1. Regular Exercise: 

Exercising regularly can improve mood and lessen depressive symptoms. On most days of the week, try to get in at least 30 minutes of moderate activity.

2. Healthy Diet. 

Consuming a well-balanced diet such as  whole grains, fruits, vegetables, lean meats, and veggies will help to maintain a good physical health that will ultimately lead to healthier and peaceful mind.

3. Adequate Sleep: 

7 to 8 hours of sleep is must for healthy life style. To enhance the quality of your sleep, make an effort to keep a regular sleep pattern and establish a relaxing environment, avoid screen at bed time.

4. Stress Management: 

Engage in stress-relieving activities including deep breathing, mindfulness, and meditation. Developing constructive coping mechanisms for stress can stop it from increasing.

5. Self-Compassion: 

Be kind to yourself and avoid self-criticism. Practice self-care and recognize your efforts and achievements. Avoid comparing yourself with people who are much ahead than you, trust your own process keep working hard. When we look at the achievements of others we mostly don't look at their hard work behind that success and people usually don't tell about the hard work , reality is Every body has to work hard to achieve and so do you. 

6. Engage in Hobbies: Participate in activities that you enjoy and that give you a sense of purpose or fulfillment. Always try to pick a hobby that will stay with you throughout your life.

7.Set Realistic Goals: Break  your tasks into small manageable  steps and set achievable goals. once you will achieve small set targets you will get a sense of achievement and this will act as motivation for further process.

8.Social Connections: Maintain strong relationships and stay connected with friends and family. Social support is vital for emotional well-being. But make sure your connections are such that help you achieve your Goals not those which lead you away from your targets.