I have access to 2 psychs and a social worker @Captain24 . I've reached out to one already.
As for keeping routine, what happens when I get depressed is that I find it really hard to get out of the house, hard to eat anything at all, and I find it so hard to have the energy to do anything. Hence, at the beginning of a possible depressive episode, I push through so that if I don't feel I want to eat, I ensure I eat, and eat healthy; if I'm on the verge of insomnia, I take extra precautions to ensure I practice sleep hygiene; if I feel like staying at home, I push myself to get out as part of a routine.
By doing the three things above, I end up being able to manage any possible depressive episode. So it's more a proactive approach.
When things were really hard last week, straight away, my appetite shut down, my energy levels were zapped and I didn't even want to see the kids. That is a red flag for me.
So I feel it's important to know your red flags and be proactive about your health.
Sorry for the mumble jumble...
Have a great rest and I'll catch you tomorrow - it'll be later though because I have a few meetings on.
