Does anyone want to talk about depression? I find that if I am "sensible," and careful not to wear myself out by running non-vital errands or going places for fun, I get into an awful funk. I feel shut in the house, and I don't feel like doing even the things I could do, like hobbies.

On the other hand, if I go out and run around, it sure lifts my mood--but it's stupid, because I make my symptoms much worse.

I'm sure that all of you know exactly what I mean. How do I find a balance? How do I take care of myself mentally/emotionally without neglecting myself physically? How do I take care of myself physically without neglecting myself emotionally? Let's share some tips. Would conseling help? It would take a great deal of effort to get myself to a regular appointment like that--I'd need to be convinced it was worth it.

Thanks.

Abby