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12 years ago 0 +0 / -0 4

At one point in my life, pre-depression, I went to hot yoga every week, without fail. Since moving, and since becoming depressed, I stopped doing that (classic symptom!)When I stopped going not only did I lose having a hobby, I also started gaining weight, which was really not helpful with the whole "feeling good about yourself" aspect.

Last week, as part of my "homework," I forced myself to go to a class, even though it was one of the coldest days of the year here (-46 Celcius in the wind, -34 without), and it was the absolute last thing in the world I wanted to do. The internal fight I had with myself getting ready was almost comical: "Okay, just get dressed for yoga. You don't have to go, but you do have to at least get dressed for it. I know, you don't know where anything is anymore, but just get up and LOOK. Okay, now you have to put on your coat. Which reminds me of how cold it is ... I don't want to go. Just put it on!! Now grab your mat, your water and your keys. Okay, now that you're all dressed up, JUST GO."

I couldn't believe how good it made me feel. If nothing else, I spent 90 minutes NOT thinking about my ruminations of choice. In fact, I didn't really think about anything at all - WHAT A RELIEF. I'm going again this week, even though I would still rather go home and crawl into bed until work tomorrow. I know it will help again, and hopefully making this a regular part of my life will produce some cumulative good effects (both physically and mentally!)

12 years ago 0 +0 / -0 223

Pre-depression, I used to meditate regularly (as part of a spiritual practice). Looking back, it was probably the most contented time of my life.

Recent attempts to recapture that have, sadly, failed. My mind seems to lack the necessary focus and ability to settle that it used to have and 'trying harder' runs contrary to the ethos of meditation.

Massage (when I can afford it) I find to be a pleasant but temporary de-stressor.

12 years ago 0 +0 / -0 619

Hello Samantha. I have been practicing yoga for one year now and it really helps with anxiety and depression. I have to say I am "addicted" to yoga classes and always look forward to have them.

I tried acupuncture but it didn't help me at all.

12 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2606

Members,

In addition to the support you’re receiving online, from outside therapy and medication; many other alternative therapies exist to help alleviate the symptoms of anxiety. They include but are not limited t

Yoga, Meditation, Reiki, Tai Chi, Ayurveda, Massage
Aromatherapy
Magnet Therapy, Light therapy, ESR
Herbal supplements, nutritional therapy and Chinese medicine
Educational materials

At this time we would like to remind all our members that although taking herbal supplements, Chinese medicine or making changes in your diet has been beneficial to some, it is not always safe. For this reason, it is always highly recommended to consult your doctor or pharmacist before pursuing any naturopathic regiment as it may conflict with other current health conditions and/or medications you are taking.

We now invite our members to share their experiences with alternative therapies and/or ask questions.

Samantha, Health Educator

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