Sad & Depressed
- Feb 24
- 2 min read
Emotions & Feelings
We can get sad when unfortunate stuff happens. It's another inevitability of life and mostly beyond our control. What we can learn to control is preventing sadness from escalating into depression. We can even snap out of a funk quicker by shifting our focus toward more favorable outcomes. It's helpful to acknowledge the pain we experience. It's also on us to properly manage our negative emotions in the process. With the right attitude, depression becomes less likely, as we choose a path of joy, hope, and faith instead.
For everyone's safety
If you or loved ones struggle with depression issues, please consider professional help through talk therapy, support groups, and online courses:
Mental Health America: Finding Therapy
My Depression Team: Information you can trust. Support when you need it. Free.
Anxiety
How to recognize anxiety and cope with its effects
Escape Anxiety: 3 Ways to Feel Calmer in Just 3 Minutes
Stress
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Trauma from our past, such as abuse or neglect, can trigger stress and anxiety when we least expect it. While most of us do not struggle with PTSD, past trauma acts like a dormant scar that can and will flare up under the right conditions.
Mental Health America: Explore Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (Confidential Screening)
American Psychological Association: Treatment options for PTSD
US Dept. of Veteran's Affairs: National Center for PTSD
PsychCentral: The Link Between PTSD and Social Anxiety
Additional resources
Healthline: Effective Coping Techniques for Anxiety
VeryWell Mind: 18 Effective Stress Relief Strategies
American Medical Association: What doctors wish patients knew about managing anxiety disorders (11 minute audio included)
Harvard Health: Treatments and tips for managing social anxiety disorder
