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Thanks Tim, very valuable tools! Quick summery: 1. Meditation (10-20 minutes every morning) 2. Cold exposure (Cold plunge, Cold shower) 3. Blue light in the winter (e.g. Philips go lite) 4. Caffeine before 1pm (later starts to compromise sleep) 5. Exercise (Kettlebell, Yoga/Acroyoga) 6. Long walks (1-3 hours a day while listening to podcasts)
Some other things you should consider doing: Wim Hof breathing, holotropic breathing, haritaki for cleanse, mushroom and cordyceps for myelin replacement between neurons, goal orientation tools every 6 months with small and long term goals. Oh and read the nine stages of ego development by cook-greuter. Every human should read that :)
1. 1:06 Meditation (10-20 minutes every morning) 2. 2:14 Cold exposure (Cold plunge, Cold shower) 3. 2:39 Blue light in the winter (e.g. Philips go lite) 4. 2:57 Caffeine before 1pm (later starts to compromise sleep) 5. 3:50 Exercise (Kettlebell, Yoga/Acroyoga) 6. 5:04 Long walks (1-3 hours a day while listening to podcasts)
You're so well-spoken and deliver your message so clearly. I actually feel a sense of peacefulness listening to you. I'm so glad I came across you years ago, your work has seriously helped me become a better person. Plus I love how you provide continuing resources to dive further into what you mention. You are by far one of the most influential people in my life. Thank you.
Doing yoga and pilates daily saved me during the second lockdown in my country. It became my way to meditate and clear my head from the anxiety and depressive thoughts.
I really appreciate that you've opened up so much about your depression, Tim. That has helped so, so many people, to include me--and I don't know the best way to put this, but it's made you more accessible and relatable. Please keep up the great work, and know that what you do makes a big difference in our world. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Thank you for this video Tim. My wife is currently out of town during vacation during a down moment in our marriage. I really have felt alone the last few days and your final words really helped.
Great tips 👍 What's been helping me most these days: 1. IFS therapy with a therapist but also on my own in-between sessions 2. Running (4-5 days a week) 3. Journalling/reading 4. Cold showers/cold bath 5. Listening to music to switch off (daily) 6. Psychedelics (psilocybin) - high dose once or twice a year. This helps to get back on track and to see which areas need my attention and where I need focusing on during talking therapy. Generally meditation/mindfulness is also a great tool - less intense but with practice can also have great benefits and insights. Please do not try psychedelics without research and preparation. They are substances not to be messed around with. 7. Caffeine - one coffee a day usually around 1-2 hrs after I wake up. No caffeine after that in order to have a quality sleep which is vital. 8. Trying to be true to myself and my values. Keeping my boundaries, also good work/life balance. Seeing friends/family regularly, taking regular holidays to prevent burnout. 9. Not being too hard on myself, discipline/consistency is vital but remembering not to push myself too hard. 10. Deleted Facebook/Instagram/Twitter and Twitch. Better focus, less distractions, no opportunity no compare myself to others, no need to subconsciously seek external validation by sharing my life highlights. It was weird in the beginning as friends/family are all on social media but it's highly unlikely that I will go back on social media. 11. Trying to stay away from porn. Never had issue with it but many people are addicted to it. When you want to use, do it in moderation. Generally porn makes people feel more lonely and less confident. The more you use it the greater the damage so to speak. Always seek real connection with another human being, go out of your comfort zone, start dating people etc. 12. Food: staying away from alcohol, sugar and fast food. Lemon juice or lemon water is great. Balanced diet, not eating too close to bed time. 13. Making sure physical health is in check: seeing dentist regularly, if I feel something is not right - seeing the doctor and talking about it. Not minimising symptoms.
Thank you very much Tim. It helps to remind that we’ve got control on our situation and that there is a lot of tools that we can use at any given moment to get out of our rat
Thank you Tim Ferris. I appreciate this quick list, and it's absolutely perfect timing. I've been brainstorming a plan to return to more normal patterns this morning, and your input is helping me outline my own wellness plan. Thank you again!
One thing that’s helped me as well with emotional well-being is cleaning up my social media feed. Got to remember that we have control over what we pay attention to
Love you Tim. Thank you for this. I've had massive struggles with depression throughout my 48 years, particularly now. It's always good to hear from someone who has been there and is making things work for him. Very best wishes to you. Thanks again. Adam UK
For anyone interested in the mechanisms behind these practices I can highly recommend watching or listening to the Huberman Lab podcast. The conversations with Lex Fridman or Rich Roll are good introductions if you want to test the waters first. Take care of yourself, you are worth it :)
Is it normal for people to be derisive about their partners? the right relationship makes you brighter, better, stronger...people who complain either don't know themselves enough to know what they want and how to handle communicating in a long-term partnership or don't know enough about their partner to take actions that appease both parties. Don't stay in a bad relationship but don't knock them either...might just be a culture i'm not familiar with tho
Tim what I have always appreciated about you is that you deliver and articulate your point/ info in such a way it can be understood and absorbed. So many times you talk on a topic and solve issues that I’ve been looking for answers but can’t find do to people babbling. Thank you and please don’t ever stop.
One of things I admire and appreciate most about Tim Ferriss is he endorses only what works for him, and recommends it as help to others. This is a simple but comprehensive list of tips and hacks for depression. Thanks!
Currently studying for the NAPLEX to become a licensed pharmacist, while also juggling the responsibilities of a first time mom. ADHD and depression is kicking my ass but I feel encouraged with Tim Ferris’ perspective on life! ✨
I was in a 'rut' for a couple weeks and over the last 2 days I have (again) done the task of itemizing the things I know I need to do to get back on track. In my mind I feel like it really boils down to this: Discipline and taking care of your personal well being. In my mind the best way to train discipline is like a muscle. Base your life on staying disciplined in doing the things you know you need to do (but do not want to do). Discipline is best trained by physical activity. I have gotten back into this routine over the past 2 days and feel my mind coming back around out of the dark place it has been in for the past 2 weeks. It's ok to go to that place once in a while but do not get comfortable and always have your escape plan ready.
Nice! All these things and more are in islaam. We meditate/pray at least 5 times a day, but a lot of depression and feelings of sadness and anxiety come from not discovering your spiritual and worldly purposes, which is a journey in and out of itself. It is crucial and imperative to work from the source of creation, so at least in every trouble you are able to put your heart ❤at rest.
A great step up from walking, a little bit more challenging, but very very grounding and peaceful is hiking. Some of my best thought processing came while hiking alone.
Thank you Tim! This is an excellent video in so many ways (brief, written important messages on the screen, very to the point and especially excellent content). Simple things that we can all do on a daily basis that can have a huge impact on our well being. I stumbled across all these points during my own efforts to keep sadness and depression at bay and I adopted many (still struggle to integrate meditation in my daily routine and I will certainly try the app that you recommended). I personally walk mostly listening to the sounds of nature but everybody has their own personalized method because no 2 beings are identical.
Not a Ferriss-head (yet) but watched this and learned about Waking Up app… a pretty huge life improvement as a result of completing this introductory course. Thanks for the recommendation, Tim!
7-take adaptogenic herbs such as Schizandra berry, Reishi mushroom, Maca root and Ashwagandha. as well as use daily dose of walnuts and raw cacao in your diet.
It is great that you talk about suffering depression. I am a mediocre professor (no danger of a Nobel prize) surrounded by great talents. Most suffer from depression (I don't) and several have tried suicide. Great ambition and talent seems to lead to anxiety and a feeling of "never good enough" that creates depression. Anything that helps these fine people (including my daughter) find happiness and peace is worth any effort.
Thank you for sharing Tim. Great tips I walk 3x daily. 2x with my beloved K9 and once on my own listening to an ebook or podcast I love. I try to meditate or practice gratitude in the mornings or when I wake up at night to keep the wandering mind in check.
Wow. Thank you for sharing a comprehensive list of what actually works for you to cope with depression! I am going to look into each for myself. Depression is a horrible dark demon that I HATE.
I don‘t have depression but found that for me archery is my number one stress reliever Because it brings me into a certain mindset. I want to strength train to shoot heavier and heavier bows and shoot the same lbs bows more precisely. Also the act of shooting itself is highly meditative for me because there is only the target and hitting it on my mind in this moment. After work I shoot for min 30 mins daily and it gives me a a good workout and a point of reference to seperare my work day from my time off. Hope this will help somebody.
Had a very severe depressive episode half a year ago. I started with archery and it really changed my life. Not just the meditating effects it has but also I met so many great people. Currently I’m again in a depressive phase and archery is again the only thing that keeps me going
Great video as always...to the point and just good info. Also wanted to say that I really like these short clips in the natural environment. Love everybody you do so keep it up!
Funny how great videos seem to reach you when you need them most, thank you for these wonderful tips! I wish you all the best with whatever's going on in your lives and remember, time heals everything🙏🙌
@@darkside1it I assume - no processed foods, cut out sugar (read labels) - little carbs - increases insulin. Fresh veg (10 cups per day) n little fruit. Intermittent fasting which is what I am going to start.
@@stephaniesamra7960 Neural inflammation. Check out carnivore, AIP protocol diets to investigate if your depression is an autoimmune disorder affecting your brain. Look up Mikhaila Peterson.
Exercise too, learn to enjoy it - don't excessively plan it out. Ironic that running your arse off can fast become the most relaxing thing you do all day.
Why meditation is so effective is simply because you're learning to let go of your thoughts, depression is nothing but thoughts, as is anxiety, it's being locked in these mental loops in the past or future as Tim said. When you free yourself of them, then your mind is free to focus on other things, in a way that's impossible or at least very difficult to do for a busy mind. Journaling is a similar process and I'm surprised it's not been mentioned here. Naval goes somewhat in depth into meditation in one of Tim's podcast episodes (#473), I recommend checking it out.
Love that you brought up sleep! I respect my sleep hygiene as much as possible, and it still amazes me at what a difference it makes! Simple, yet requires some discipline :)
Even while taking medication, it is complementary with these tips, we must help our brain, not wait for the depression to improve on its own. It is also important to mention that when you have already tried these tips and you try to feel better and you do not succeed, it is necessary to go to a psychiatrist, an imbalance in neurotransmitters is sometimes only controlled with medication and the brain chemistry returns to normal. We cannot control this alone, for that there are professionals. In my experience, I lasted many years with severe depression and I tried what you mention but even so I got worse and I began to think about committing suicide to stop feeling empty because I had no energy or enjoyed anything, just a huge sadness that I was tired of feeling. The medication saved my life, although it takes a long time to take effect, I am currently in another depressive episode but I know that there is hope with treatment, psychotherapy and the tips you mention. (I'm learning English, that's why the grammar mistakes.)
Getting to bed at a good time, getting up in the morning and immediately getting 30 minutes of sunlight while staying off the phone is a GAME CHANGER for me. Getting those 8 hours while being on the proper circadian rhythm, getting sunlight is a GAME CHANGER. Combine this with daily exercise. Walking for at least 45 minutes preferably in the sunlight is very high quality, I promise you that is attainable if you don’t want to hit the gym or do cardio. Major gal between doing nothing at all and at least getting in an hour walk.
10/10! Snuggling is my favorite! Microdosing mushrooms has been an absolute life changer for me- I've tried a feww antidepressants and mushrooms feel like the best one minus the side effects.
Love from India. Coping and healing and moving on is really really hard when you are suffering from depression. When you feel helpless , hopeless and worthless. I am trying my best to cope. So even you should give it a try. Just living a day at a time. Taking baby steps. Try doing just 1 productive thing in a day and then increase the number of productive things you do according to your needs. Also, appreciate yourself for doing the most basic even the minimalistic thing like just waking up from the bed or just eating your meal or bathing. Also, talk to friends or family or just strangers online.
I was continuously and severely depressed for about a quarter century. I tried many things over the years: psychiatric medications, supplements, exercise (walking, jogging, weight training, etc), yoga, meditation, stress management, and much else. Nothing had a significant impact, although aerobics would help moderate it temporarily. The only thing that finally ended my depression was a diet that was whole foods, animal-based, nutrient-dense, and low-carb. All the rest was useful in addition to this, but this was the key piece that took me so long to discover. I suspect that the basic issue I was dealing with the whole time was some combination of nutritional deficiency, inflammation, and metabolic syndrome.
Amazing video Tim thanks for this! Not many influencers even talk about their struggles never mind how to overcome them so this is really insightful, and a great help to many!
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Very well discussed. Good video.
Thanks Tim, very valuable tools!
Quick summery:
1. Meditation (10-20 minutes every morning)
2. Cold exposure (Cold plunge, Cold shower)
3. Blue light in the winter (e.g. Philips go lite)
4. Caffeine before 1pm (later starts to compromise sleep)
5. Exercise (Kettlebell, Yoga/Acroyoga)
6. Long walks (1-3 hours a day while listening to podcasts)
Some other things you should consider doing: Wim Hof breathing, holotropic breathing, haritaki for cleanse, mushroom and cordyceps for myelin replacement between neurons, goal orientation tools every 6 months with small and long term goals. Oh and read the nine stages of ego development by cook-greuter. Every human should read that :)
@@mcryan3890 Any recommendations for goal orientation tools?
1. 1:06 Meditation (10-20 minutes every morning)
2. 2:14 Cold exposure (Cold plunge, Cold shower)
3. 2:39 Blue light in the winter (e.g. Philips go lite)
4. 2:57 Caffeine before 1pm (later starts to compromise sleep)
5. 3:50 Exercise (Kettlebell, Yoga/Acroyoga)
6. 5:04 Long walks (1-3 hours a day while listening to podcasts)
Social connection?
Walking without multi-tasking.
Walking in a forest especially good.
Also pets. A dog or cat is a great mood stabilizer and enhancer.
“Snuggle with your demons, not struggle. Forgive yourself for being human.” - very healing, brought tears to my eyes. Thank you 🙏🏻
Tim Ferris is a beautiful human being.
"you're not alone," at the end...For some reason that really hit hard. Love this guy.
You're so well-spoken and deliver your message so clearly. I actually feel a sense of peacefulness listening to you. I'm so glad I came across you years ago, your work has seriously helped me become a better person. Plus I love how you provide continuing resources to dive further into what you mention. You are by far one of the most influential people in my life. Thank you.
Doing yoga and pilates daily saved me during the second lockdown in my country. It became my way to meditate and clear my head from the anxiety and depressive thoughts.
I really appreciate that you've opened up so much about your depression, Tim.
That has helped so, so many people, to include me--and I don't know the best way to put this, but it's made you more accessible and relatable. Please keep up the great work, and know that what you do makes a big difference in our world. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
And don't forget listening to Tim's podcast, always boosts my moral
You are so clear and honest. A real gift to us youtube watchers!
Thank you for this video Tim. Having battled depression for years myself, resources like this are invaluable. God bless you brother
Thank you for this video Tim. My wife is currently out of town during vacation during a down moment in our marriage. I really have felt alone the last few days and your final words really helped.
God bless you, Tim Ferriss!
Great tips 👍
What's been helping me most these days:
1. IFS therapy with a therapist but also on my own in-between sessions
2. Running (4-5 days a week)
3. Journalling/reading
4. Cold showers/cold bath
5. Listening to music to switch off (daily)
6. Psychedelics (psilocybin) - high dose once or twice a year. This helps to get back on track and to see which areas need my attention and where I need focusing on during talking therapy. Generally meditation/mindfulness is also a great tool - less intense but with practice can also have great benefits and insights. Please do not try psychedelics without research and preparation. They are substances not to be messed around with.
7. Caffeine - one coffee a day usually around 1-2 hrs after I wake up. No caffeine after that in order to have a quality sleep which is vital.
8. Trying to be true to myself and my values. Keeping my boundaries, also good work/life balance. Seeing friends/family regularly, taking regular holidays to prevent burnout.
9. Not being too hard on myself, discipline/consistency is vital but remembering not to push myself too hard.
10. Deleted Facebook/Instagram/Twitter and Twitch. Better focus, less distractions, no opportunity no compare myself to others, no need to subconsciously seek external validation by sharing my life highlights. It was weird in the beginning as friends/family are all on social media but it's highly unlikely that I will go back on social media.
11. Trying to stay away from porn. Never had issue with it but many people are addicted to it. When you want to use, do it in moderation. Generally porn makes people feel more lonely and less confident. The more you use it the greater the damage so to speak. Always seek real connection with another human being, go out of your comfort zone, start dating people etc.
12. Food: staying away from alcohol, sugar and fast food. Lemon juice or lemon water is great. Balanced diet, not eating too close to bed time.
13. Making sure physical health is in check: seeing dentist regularly, if I feel something is not right - seeing the doctor and talking about it. Not minimising symptoms.
Thank you very much Tim. It helps to remind that we’ve got control on our situation and that there is a lot of tools that we can use at any given moment to get out of our rat
Thank you Tim Ferris. I appreciate this quick list, and it's absolutely perfect timing. I've been brainstorming a plan to return to more normal patterns this morning, and your input is helping me outline my own wellness plan. Thank you again!
One thing that’s helped me as well with emotional well-being is cleaning up my social media feed. Got to remember that we have control over what we pay attention to
🙌🏻
I just did this today! Good call!
Yup, it plays such an unrecognized role
Love you Tim. Thank you for this. I've had massive struggles with depression throughout my 48 years, particularly now. It's always good to hear from someone who has been there and is making things work for him.
Very best wishes to you.
Thanks again.
Adam
UK
What a good dude
Why I love Tim: self-help, but with REAL pragmatic, applicable tips and tricks.
For anyone interested in the mechanisms behind these practices I can highly recommend watching or listening to the Huberman Lab podcast. The conversations with Lex Fridman or Rich Roll are good introductions if you want to test the waters first. Take care of yourself, you are worth it :)
"snuggle not struggle with your demons"... sounds like my marriage
@The Rockall Times sounds like my celebrant
@The Rockall Times Mine to. Glad I listened
@The Rockall Times mine too, esp. kids. Glad I didn't get caught in that trap.
Is it normal for people to be derisive about their partners? the right relationship makes you brighter, better, stronger...people who complain either don't know themselves enough to know what they want and how to handle communicating in a long-term partnership or don't know enough about their partner to take actions that appease both parties. Don't stay in a bad relationship but don't knock them either...might just be a culture i'm not familiar with tho
@@en2336 judging by the world today people in general are not improving - so it's slim pickings!
Tim what I have always appreciated about you is that you deliver and articulate your point/ info in such a way it can be understood and absorbed. So many times you talk on a topic and solve issues that I’ve been looking for answers but can’t find do to people babbling. Thank you and please don’t ever stop.
One of things I admire and appreciate most about Tim Ferriss is he endorses only what works for him, and recommends it as help to others. This is a simple but comprehensive list of tips and hacks for depression. Thanks!
Currently studying for the NAPLEX to become a licensed pharmacist, while also juggling the responsibilities of a first time mom. ADHD and depression is kicking my ass but I feel encouraged with Tim Ferris’ perspective on life! ✨
"There's no problem you can't walk your way out of." ^^^^ TRUTH
This is gold! So much gratitude for you Tim.
I've been suffering from clinical depression for over 30 years..So happy to have found you!!
Absolutely perfect here, Tim. This is an incredibly timely, sound snd helpful message. Thanks!!
I was in a 'rut' for a couple weeks and over the last 2 days I have (again) done the task of itemizing the things I know I need to do to get back on track. In my mind I feel like it really boils down to this: Discipline and taking care of your personal well being. In my mind the best way to train discipline is like a muscle. Base your life on staying disciplined in doing the things you know you need to do (but do not want to do). Discipline is best trained by physical activity. I have gotten back into this routine over the past 2 days and feel my mind coming back around out of the dark place it has been in for the past 2 weeks. It's ok to go to that place once in a while but do not get comfortable and always have your escape plan ready.
I love u Tim. U and Sam are 2 of my best friends. Thank you so much x
Loving these short form videos, Tim.
Thank you Tim!!
Much love and appreciation for all that you do. Long live the King 👑
Nice! All these things and more are in islaam. We meditate/pray at least 5 times a day, but a lot of depression and feelings of sadness and anxiety come from not discovering your spiritual and worldly purposes, which is a journey in and out of itself.
It is crucial and imperative to work from the source of creation, so at least in every trouble you are able to put your heart ❤at rest.
A great step up from walking, a little bit more challenging, but very very grounding and peaceful is hiking. Some of my best thought processing came while hiking alone.
5:44 We're all in the same game
just different levels
dealing with the same hell
just different devils
Great advice and suggestions
Thank you Tim! This is an excellent video in so many ways (brief, written important messages on the screen, very to the point and especially excellent content). Simple things that we can all do on a daily basis that can have a huge impact on our well being. I stumbled across all these points during my own efforts to keep sadness and depression at bay and I adopted many (still struggle to integrate meditation in my daily routine and I will certainly try the app that you recommended). I personally walk mostly listening to the sounds of nature but everybody has their own personalized method because no 2 beings are identical.
Not a Ferriss-head (yet) but watched this and learned about Waking Up app… a pretty huge life improvement as a result of completing this introductory course. Thanks for the recommendation, Tim!
7-take adaptogenic herbs such as Schizandra berry, Reishi mushroom, Maca root and Ashwagandha. as well as use daily dose of walnuts and raw cacao in your diet.
Just did a bunch of exercises for sleep apnea. Destress feeling pretty good. Keen to see what do to sleep and general mood.
Thanks bro. I tend to think that I'm a failure, but listening to you cheers me up.
Hey Tim, thanks for answering my question!
Fantastic! Thanks so much Tim for ALL YOUR WORK!!!
Beautiful video, thank you Tim 💝
It is great that you talk about suffering depression. I am a mediocre professor (no danger of a Nobel prize) surrounded by great talents. Most suffer from depression (I don't) and several have tried suicide. Great ambition and talent seems to lead to anxiety and a feeling of "never good enough" that creates depression.
Anything that helps these fine people (including my daughter) find happiness and peace is worth any effort.
Thank you for sharing Tim. Great tips
I walk 3x daily. 2x with my beloved K9 and once on my own listening to an ebook or podcast I love. I try to meditate or practice gratitude in the mornings or when I wake up at night to keep the wandering mind in check.
Thank you! Definitely with you on the SAD and sleep things. It’s a daily battle.
Wow. Thank you for sharing a comprehensive list of what actually works for you to cope with depression! I am going to look into each for myself. Depression is a horrible dark demon that I HATE.
You're the best. Always so helpful and generous with information. Thank you, you make a difference
Thanks Tim! so glad to see you! Thanks for ALL the sharing you do!
Waking Up app changed my life possibly more than anything !!!!!
Somehow, you always post the right things at the right time. Thank you!
I am really grateful for all this amazing content you put out!
Love this so much Tim. Thank you for everything you do, and have done. We may walk our paths alone, but we are not without allies.
I don‘t have depression but found that for me archery is my number one stress reliever Because it brings me into a certain mindset. I want to strength train to shoot heavier and heavier bows and shoot the same lbs bows more precisely. Also the act of shooting itself is highly meditative for me because there is only the target and hitting it on my mind in this moment. After work I shoot for min 30 mins daily and it gives me a a good workout and a point of reference to seperare my work day from my time off. Hope this will help somebody.
Had a very severe depressive episode half a year ago. I started with archery and it really changed my life. Not just the meditating effects it has but also I met so many great people. Currently I’m again in a depressive phase and archery is again the only thing that keeps me going
Great video as always...to the point and just good info. Also wanted to say that I really like these short clips in the natural environment. Love everybody you do so keep it up!
It’s great to be able to relate to somebody like yourself who has experienced similar things to what so many people are feeling right now. 🙏🏼
Thank you, Tim! Much love.
Hope everyone who reads this is doing well! You’re not alone and if you’re here, you’re taking steps to improve/combat depression. Keep going!
Im struggling😢
This was awesome. Thanks so much for sharing Tim!
Very cool, thank you for taking the time to make the video and sharing it. Your work is extremely valuable
Much gratitude
Simple
Doable
Thanks for all your contributions
That's a very useful summary. Thanks Tim!
Thanks for this Tim. Been following you throughout the decade and you've been tremendously helpful
Tim. Thank you so much.
What a great video, as per usual Tim!
Thanks for being such a stellar human!
Thank you Tim for talking so openly about it ❤️
Honest recommendations, they all work. Thanks for reminding. Great video
Great video and timing, thanks Tim! 🙏
As usual short, practical and clear. Thanks Tim!
Funny how great videos seem to reach you when you need them most, thank you for these wonderful tips! I wish you all the best with whatever's going on in your lives and remember, time heals everything🙏🙌
Thanks Tim! We love the content.
Another banger. Thank you
I'm starting to get depression vids in my recommended, time to get tf outside!!
Thank you, you absolute legend.
When I change my diet, the 'depressing' feeling lessen a lot.
Hi. How have you changed it?
@@darkside1it I assume - no processed foods, cut out sugar (read labels) - little carbs - increases insulin. Fresh veg (10 cups per day) n little fruit. Intermittent fasting which is what I am going to start.
@@stephaniesamra7960 Neural inflammation. Check out carnivore, AIP protocol diets to investigate if your depression is an autoimmune disorder affecting your brain. Look up Mikhaila Peterson.
Exercise too, learn to enjoy it - don't excessively plan it out. Ironic that running your arse off can fast become the most relaxing thing you do all day.
Why meditation is so effective is simply because you're learning to let go of your thoughts, depression is nothing but thoughts, as is anxiety, it's being locked in these mental loops in the past or future as Tim said. When you free yourself of them, then your mind is free to focus on other things, in a way that's impossible or at least very difficult to do for a busy mind. Journaling is a similar process and I'm surprised it's not been mentioned here.
Naval goes somewhat in depth into meditation in one of Tim's podcast episodes (#473), I recommend checking it out.
Love that you brought up sleep! I respect my sleep hygiene as much as possible, and it still amazes me at what a difference it makes! Simple, yet requires some discipline :)
Even while taking medication, it is complementary with these tips, we must help our brain, not wait for the depression to improve on its own. It is also important to mention that when you have already tried these tips and you try to feel better and you do not succeed, it is necessary to go to a psychiatrist, an imbalance in neurotransmitters is sometimes only controlled with medication and the brain chemistry returns to normal.
We cannot control this alone, for that there are professionals.
In my experience, I lasted many years with severe depression and I tried what you mention but even so I got worse and I began to think about committing suicide to stop feeling empty because I had no energy or enjoyed anything, just a huge sadness that I was tired of feeling. The medication saved my life, although it takes a long time to take effect, I am currently in another depressive episode but I know that there is hope with treatment, psychotherapy and the tips you mention.
(I'm learning English, that's why the grammar mistakes.)
Thank you so much. Love your energy and willingness to help others 🦋
Damn, those news videos are incredibly valuable Timbo !
Getting to bed at a good time, getting up in the morning and immediately getting 30 minutes of sunlight while staying off the phone is a GAME CHANGER for me.
Getting those 8 hours while being on the proper circadian rhythm, getting sunlight is a GAME CHANGER.
Combine this with daily exercise. Walking for at least 45 minutes preferably in the sunlight is very high quality, I promise you that is attainable if you don’t want to hit the gym or do cardio. Major gal between doing nothing at all and at least getting in an hour walk.
What a great and honest talk.
Yippee!
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What a wonderful surprise!
Thank you
Thank you for your video Tim.
I use the bluelight lamp consistently. What a difference to my mood it makes within 20 minutes!
10/10! Snuggling is my favorite! Microdosing mushrooms has been an absolute life changer for me- I've tried a feww antidepressants and mushrooms feel like the best one minus the side effects.
Thank you so much Tim! ⚘
Love from India.
Coping and healing and moving on is really really hard when you are suffering from depression. When you feel helpless , hopeless and worthless. I am trying my best to cope. So even you should give it a try. Just living a day at a time. Taking baby steps. Try doing just 1 productive thing in a day and then increase the number of productive things you do according to your needs. Also, appreciate yourself for doing the most basic even the minimalistic thing like just waking up from the bed or just eating your meal or bathing. Also, talk to friends or family or just strangers online.
Good one Nishtha
I was continuously and severely depressed for about a quarter century. I tried many things over the years: psychiatric medications, supplements, exercise (walking, jogging, weight training, etc), yoga, meditation, stress management, and much else. Nothing had a significant impact, although aerobics would help moderate it temporarily.
The only thing that finally ended my depression was a diet that was whole foods, animal-based, nutrient-dense, and low-carb. All the rest was useful in addition to this, but this was the key piece that took me so long to discover. I suspect that the basic issue I was dealing with the whole time was some combination of nutritional deficiency, inflammation, and metabolic syndrome.
Are there any resources that you recommend that deal with this topic of diet and depression?
Good points on caffeine and exercising
I wish you so well dude. You're an embodiment of awesomeness.
Very interesting points. Thanks for sharing Tim
Amazing video Tim thanks for this! Not many influencers even talk about their struggles never mind how to overcome them so this is really insightful, and a great help to many!
Thank you Tim.
Live through the sun and nature, everything will fall into place!
God bless you Tim! Thank you for making these wonderful videos.
Amazing video! Thank you Tim!
“Sometimes it’s better to snuggle with your demons instead of struggle with them, it’s important to FORGIVE YOURSELF”