I have written an action plan for myself to read if I get depressed or anxious. I will share it with everyone and hope that some of you will find it helpful. A

I have written an action plan for myself to read if I get depressed or anxious. I will share it with everyone and hope that some of you will find it helpful. ACTION PLAN: First, please consider taking a three minutes breathing space. Pay attention to your breathing and focus on your body sensation. Just pay attention. Second, read this letter: To the depressed self, You worked so hard in every aspect of your life. You have always tried hard in school, tried hard to be a good girlfriend and to be a good friend. You are always very grateful of the support and encouragement your friends have given you. I understand that life can be tough sometimes. You may not always be successful in school and in your relationship. But you really have tried. That is really all it matters. You should not always blame yourself. Remember your high school teacher, all your friends and family, they really don't want see you being sad like this. Remember your high school teacher said "Guys come and go. You really don't need to worry about it." "You are a special young lady. You are brilliant and, more importantly, a truly kind person. I will miss you but know you will onto great things at UBC. Don’t ever doubt that you are a capable student and a wonderful person." Friends said: 1) "How you feel don't count. What you do matters." 2) "Focus on the present. Don't put too much expectations for the future." 3) "Everything will be alright. You will be fine." Please remember to be a kind, encouraging, understanding person. Please don't say things that will hurt others feelings. Please tolerate others' differences. Please look at things from other people's perspectives. Please do not give up when you just fail once. As long as you do all those, you should not have any regret. You are a strong person who has already overcome many difficulties. Please don't doubt yourself and don't give up. From the undepressed self. Third, do a sitting/body scan (AKA MINDFULLNESS MEDITATION). FOURTH, MOST IMPORTANTLY! IF YOU HAVE TIME, CONSIDER TO GO FOR A RUN!