You're welcome :) and I am also incredibly thankful to all of the readers that shared their stories and tips. Really powerful stuff.

Hiking (nothing crazy like the guy in "Into the Wild"). When I am stuck in a rut or feeling down, I always escape to the wilderness for some scenic hiking. There is just something about being surrounded by the beauty of the mountains, trees, and rivers that puts me at ease and has a calming effect on me. It always…

One thing that's important to remember is that getting yourself into a more positive mindset is not a light switch; it requires continued effort. I've recently made some changes that are slowly digging me out of depression. One of those changes was simply getting a new kind of shampoo. The smell of the one I had…