The most important thing I learned about depression is that it snowballs in both directions. Big tasks and big goals loom even bigger in your head, especially w

The most important thing I learned about depression is that it snowballs in both directions. Big tasks and big goals loom even bigger in your head, especially when you spend all your time in your head, dwelling. Don't worry about those sorts of things right now. As long as the whole 'starting over' thing is a shadow in your head, it will stop you from taking the first step. Focus on something small and achievable, and achieve it. Even if it's just goddamn FizzBuzz. Reverse a linked list, and messsage one old friend on facebook to have lunch. That's it. Just do something small. It cuts off the downward spiral, and establishes momentum in the right direction.