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>>13152036
I lost all of my developmental years to depression. I look back and can't remember a single damn time when I wasn't at a low point and suicidal. My home life was atrocious. I was fat because I ate my feelings. I hid bags of tootsie rolls and cookies under my bed. I looked at knives often and wondered how deep they'd have to go into my chest to die the quickest death.

I am 23 years old now. I'm thin, pretty, and in the best mental health I've ever been. Why? Because I learned in one of my college classes that exercise can cure mild to moderate depression. I began exercising after that. I started out slow and stumbled a lot. Exercised too long/too much and gave myself minor (but hindering) injuries many times.

Exercise. Cardio AND strength training. Start with an at-home exercise program like the Bikini Body Guide (BBG) (I pirated this). I did this with water bottles, a chair, and no other equipment in a tiny 6'x4' floor space. Prioritize your form over your speed. Eat a well-rounded diet with lots of vegetables and protein. Use MyFitnessPal (100% free) and log everything. Treat yourself in moderation. You can have a sweet treat, but limit it to two small portions for the following three or so days. Your diet affects your physical and mental health so fucking much. Eat well, sleep well. Take vitamins.

Focus on your health. Happiness will follow.