Feeling low from time to time is perfectly normal; it is also normal for various challenges in your life to cause you to feel anxious or disheartened. For instance, having to deal with difficult situations such as going through a divorce, losing a job, or losing a loved one may make you nervous, scared, lonely, or sad. When emotions such as despair and hopelessness engulf you in their lethal embrace and refuse to let go, you are likely to become depressed. Depression sucks the joy out of your life! When you are depressed, functioning normally becomes as trying as climbing Mount Everest and getting through the day becomes as overwhelming as the thought of trekking to Mars. Here is a preview of what you will learn! -Understanding Depression -How Do You Know That You Are Depressed? -Types Of Depression -Understanding The Causes of Depression And How To Deal With Them -Treating Depression Using Mindfulness Meditation -Practice Self-Compassion To Treat Depression -Activity Scheduling To Treat Depression -How To Build Your Self-Esteem To Fight Depression -Other Treatment Options -How To Help A Depressed Family Member Or Friend It includes proven nutritional information on how to beat depression and elevate your mood. You will learn how you can effectively combat depression with natural foods. You will know about the nutrients that play an important role in treating depression along with their recommended daily intake. You will also learn about foods that will help you to get your daily recommended intake of these nutrients.