When stricken with depression, it is often hard to focus on others, and what they have to say. It is easy enough to shove others off or say rude comments. You can, however, overcome this without being overwhelmingly (fake) nice.
1Consider what a person is really trying to say. The majority of the time, the other person just wants to help you feel better. In this case, it is better to simply acknowledge what they have to say by agreeing with them, saying 'okay,' or simply nodding. This makes it easier to accept the idea that they portray without making a negative comment in return.Ad
2Think about others. In your time of depression, it is often very difficult to get outside of your own head and thinking, to consider others and their feelings and thoughts. This is not wrong on your part, it is simply part of being depressed. Next time you are going to be rude to someone, briefly consider their situation and react accordingly. You may be surprised how often this is overlooked.
3Don't participate. If you are to the point that you simply can not consider other people's feelings at this point, it can be better to just not participate in situations in which you may be presented with the urge to be rude, or unkind.
4Treat others how you want to be treated. Even if you are depressed, they deserve as much respect as you deserve in return.Ad
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- Sometimes, it is better to say nothing, than anything at all.
- If you have to, fake it. Just respond as minimally as possible and go on your way.
- Keep your self respect, and watch your guard.
- Don't let what people say, negative or positive, influence you to a point that you get upset about it and try to either do something stupid, or change something about yourself that you don't need to change.
- Working on your depression and finding the center cause of it will help you in the long run.
- Picture yourself as the person talking to you, or trying to help. They have good intentions, and may not deserve what you want to really say or do.
- Most of the time, people just want to help. Keep that in mind.
- Don't sweat it. Most people who know your situation won't hold it against you.
- Don't let yourself take anything personally.
- Don't be too harsh on someone. If you need to, tell them that you just can't hear it at this time.