Try any two of these for a quick relief. Twenty to thirty minutes of bicycling, swimming, dancing, running, or brisk walking can relieve most common, mild depressions. It has been proven that depressed people who had never exercised improved considerably when starting an intensive exercise program which included long distance walking and jogging. Start showering with warm water, gradually making it hotter. Then decrease the temperature as low as you can stand it.
Cold water stimulates the nerves close to the surface of the skin and is rejuvenating.
Do not do this if you have a serious illness or are pregnant, premenstrual, or menstruating. This exercise will deepen your breathing and enable you to feel better and in control. Two hours of early-morning sun help lift depression. Spend as much time as possible outdoors. Take daily walks, preferably in the park or along the sea shore, to connect with nature and appreciate the beauty it offers.