Approachability is a key ingredient to developing and maintaining friendships and family bonds. Remain open to people who accept you along with your limitations. Despite the restrictions imposed by your chronic illness, there are still things you find pleasurable and enjoyable. It is imperative for your psychological and physical health that you continue to pursue activities which bring satisfaction and happiness to you. Though your life has been altered because of chronic illness, there still is an existence which can achieve delight.
Enjoyment is the greatest diversion from depression.
If your mind is occupied with pleasure there is no room for negativity. Focus on today Focusing on what needs to be done on a particular day and what is happening around you channels your thoughts into the present. Taking control of chores you can do, finishing tasks you are able to perform, caring for yourself, and concentrating on a goal for a particular day keeps your mind engaged with healthy thoughts and activity. Feelings of depression are naturally disallowed because your mind is occupied. Make it your intention to do things that make you feel good about yourself.