Hey guys...been noticing a lot of down people on this board, and I was hoping we could give this place a quick shot of positive thinking! As someone with depression and anxiety, reminding myself of the little things that make me happy can truly make a difference in my day.

1. What makes you the happiest? This can be anything, big or small.

2. Who makes you the happiest? (real or fictional!)

3. What advice do you have for someone who is depressed?

1. Music
2. Jesus
3. Remember to love yourself and love others the way you want to be loved

1. Music
2. My hubby
3. "Life isn't as bad as you think."

1. Being with my best friend.
2. Reading and drawing.
3. No matter what, don't give up!

1. My imagination.
2. Anime characters and Jennifer Lawrence.
3. "Even if you think you are trash, it's called trash -can- not trash cannot." Don't take this as an insult, is just a jokingly positive quote. c:

1. Being a dragonkin.
2. My fellow freedom fighting feminists on Tumblr.
3. If you're a man, you should cut yourself because men do not deserve to live and they are the biggest source on the earth and they promote rape culture. If you're a woman, remember that you're a part of the superior race.

>>4 Number 2 was asking for "who" cx
>>6 Have fun thinking like that..

>>7 YOU FUCKING MALE, YOU DO NOT HAVE THE RIGHT AND THE POWER TO OPPRESS ME wE WIKLL WEA RE AEQUAL

>>8
Not all male humans are the same

>>1 oo! Me likey.

1) Being alone during a real bade thunderstorm of mild hurricane, with nothing but my favorite ships.
2) My mom. She's always been there for me in ridiculous ways. She never shied away like some mothers when the father abuses the children. She threatened to kill him. She doesn't tell me to "suck it up" during the worst period of my life. She listens to my troubles and buys me a ticket to vacation with her on a Thai island for a month. Even when I'm catching hell here in NYC, she always lets me know that I have her as a safety net.
3) PLANTS.
Lots...Of Plants.

That always makes my mood lighter, being surrounded by plants.
Now if that's not your thing, I would suggest something Leigha has mentioned before...brb

1: Dreaming, being creative, spreading my creativity.
2: Sadly, my own dreams. - Anime/Manga Chars, OCs and whatnot
3: Find a passion that is hard to strive for, try to not give a damn for the world but yourself, live a life of what you want, live with no regrets, fight if you must, remember you may only have one life. Unless your one of thise reincarnated people.

"If you have time to think of a beautiful ending, then live beautifully until the end"

"The world belongs to you just as much as you belong to the world, for you were born, that gives you the right to exist"

"The world is not perfect. But it's there for us trying the best it can. That's what makes it so damn beautiful"

"A person can change the moment someone wishes to change"

"Even when our eyes are closed, there's a whole world out there that lives outside ourselves and our dreams"

"Nobody is born into this world to be alone

"Forget what hurt you in the past but never forget the lesson you've learned from it"

"It would be nice to live in a world, without fear, without troubles, without hurting anybody, without ever being hurt, only the right thing, I wish I could reach this world by the shortest path possible"

"Even if we forget the faces of our friends, we will never forget the bonds that we have carved into our souls"

"I'm not short, I just live in a big world"

"Take care if your friend, because they are the most important people in your life"

"You trusted me so I'll trust you. That's what being friends is for right"

>>12 I think you meant to post that in a quote thread on Lit, cuz thus has nothing to do with what OP said here >>1.

1. What makes you the happiest? Books, music, and anime. I like reading books, listening to music, and watching anime. Watching anime, like Diamond no Ace,Kuroko no Basket, World Trigger, Baby Steps,Yowamushi Pedal and other anime that will motivate me to keep moving forward. Listening to music like classical music and japanese songs, can help me relieve stress. Reading books can make me laugh,cry,get angry,but there are more positive thoughts than negative thoughts while reading books.
2. Family, Anime characters, and SBC.
3. "You must stand up and beat the hell out of them!"

1. Manga makes me happiest. I spend a lot of time reading shoujo like Dengeki Daisy, Ookami Shoujo to Kuro Ouji, Say I Love You, and Horimiya.
2. My boyfriend makes me happiest. Every minute with him is like the scenes from the manga I fawn over, only real.
3. One day, you'll wake up and realize that without even knowing the feeling of melancholy that you go through every day that suffocated your sunlight like clouds in the sky has already passed. The worst part is over before you even notice. One day you'll be able to look in a mirror calmly and find something positive. One day you'll be able to go through a day without picking at yourself for that little rush of pain. One day your entire world will shift to a better one. That day will come before you know it.

1.Music I guess, there isn't really much at the moment
2.My boyfriend, best guy in the world
3.Just fight, fight as much as you can, there will always be someone there to support you

1. Playing the saxophone, gaming with my freinds :D
2. My little brother :) friends
3. Dude, stick to it, haters gonna hate, keep pushing yourself!!! MOST IMPORTANT THING: Don't EVER give up!!!!!!!
:D

Arnold Schwarzenegger has some really motivational speeches that help me a lot when I am down or sad. Check it out !!! Def worth it :)

1. Reading or playing video games.
2. My friend Madison. She's always listened to me when I was upset or depressed.
3. Realize that you're not alone. There are millions of people who feel the same way that you do. There's always someone somewhere who can help you. Some are just further away than others.

1) I don't really know. Just making others happy, I guess? There's not much else.

2) My girlfriend and my ex-boyfriend. They're both always there for me when I need them most and I can trust them with anything.

3) Not many say this, but it's absolutely okay to have downfalls. You will have bad days. There's no avoiding that. And it's okay to feel horrible and to cry and let it out. It's all okay. Don't try to keep it in. If you need help, get it. Get through the bad days so you can enjoy the good ones.

(1) Reading, playing video games, and yeah, payday.
(2) As of the moment, Markiplier. ^____^
(3) For those feeling depressed, especially those that really don't need medical attendance, I think you should stop that and just be happy with your life. Life is indeed full of s*** but don't make it a hindrance to enjoy life. Others don't have the luxury anymore of enjoying their lives because they are suffering from life threatening diseases. Yet despite of that, they still find time to enjoy and are very optimistic that something good will actually happen at the end.

But if your depression is something that seems to be very deep, then seek medical attention. Try to feel better, then you can enjoy life. No need to be ashamed if your going to a doctor to help you. It's going to be worthy at the end.

When people smile and wave at me :) I like that a lot.

1. Music always makes me happy.
2. Everyone here makes me happy!~
3. For those who are depressed always remember "C'est la vie" and it goes on so sometimes you have to just go with it, because who knows maybe tomorrow will be one of the greatest days for you. Life is a wonderful thing, but it's very short and that time shouldn't be spent being sad all the time. Sure, sometimes, but not always.

Whoo! I found it

1) Someone who listens, even though I don't speak verbally all that much

2) Music where the lyrics describe me and the shit I go through perfectly

3) Wherever there's light, there's always a shadow right next to it. Try to accept that shadow because you can't run away from something that's apart of you

1) cats
2) my cat
3) hug a cat

1) Reading, writing, anime, and helping other people :)

2) My family, and many of the people here in the Dollars :)

3) Stay strong, never give up, and have hope. Bad things may happen in life, but don't let anything negative control you. Remember that the world will not be dark forever, and that you will find happiness. And, even the worst things in life can help shape you into a new, better person, and can help you see the world in more positive ways. :)

1.) Listening to music, singing, the BBS, and my best friend

2.) My best friend

3.) Sigh, I know it's tough. I know you may have to lie and act like you're alright, I know how it feels to wear that mask and be falling apart inside. I know that when you get better, its hard to take that mask off and open up again. I've made the mistake of keeping that mask on and letting it allow the depression to come back because I hid it so well. You have to take the mask off, you have to show yourself as you are. If you don't, people who truly care for you can't help you to the fullest. Trust me, there are people who want to help, you may not know it yet, and they may be tough lovers, but they only want to help. Sometimes, the tough love is what gets you up and back on your feet. Have faith in them, have faith in yourself. Don't keep hiding yourself away, it only gives the depression more control. Yeah, I know it's hard to ignore, and, yeah, I know you may not want to take off the mask, but you have to. You can't keep lying. It will cause more harm to you than good.
I have faith in you. Keep getting back up.I know that all you see right now when you close your eyes is a night sky without stars, but if you pay close attention, there is a small light guiding you to a brighter sky. Follow it, and don't turn back. The journey may be long and tiring, but the reward is the most satisfying.
Don't give up.

1) food
2) my crush since even tho hes slow at noticing i like him, hes a big sweetheart and is always around to make me smile, even when im sad.

3)hug someone, watch movies. play video games. go outside and do stuff. SKY DIVING!! making friends, BAKING (cooking in genral)

1. Books, anime, tea, manga, hot chocolate, writing.
2. My girlfriend, if i'm not worrying too much about how I seem to her.
3. Writing is really comforting to me. It's not just about what you write, though. Producing multiple pages of whatever, depleting your supply of paper and ink, brings forth a sense of accomplishment. At least, it does for me.
But sometimes, you don't feel like doing anything. And that's completely okay. Sit back for a moment, stop whatever you're doing, and think about just one thing you'd like to be doing right now. Then do it. It can be walking, reading, running, taking a shower, watching Netflix, playing video games, talking with friends, getting in bed, anything so long as it's not detrimental. Pay attention to yourself, close Facebook, and do what you want to do.
You are important. Treat yourself that way.

1) Good stuff
2) Me
3) Man up and think how horrible you were

1. I like being alone. I like all the lights off in the house with the sun going down, i enjoy listening to my record player and just..hanging out without the stress of life eating away at me.

2. I enjoy learning everything i can about something. Some label it "obsession" but i think it's just a thirst for knowledge. I like reading, watching, and thinking about my favorite things. It gets me throughout the day, my current favorite is "Over the Garden Wall"

3. Trust me man, i've been there. I've been depressed for over 5 years and just recently, things are looking up. it may seem like forever (5+ years) but believe me when i say things WILL look up. May not be completely "better", but it'll look up. YOU CAN DO ANYTHING IF YOU SET YOUR MIND TO IT.

1. Stories. In so many different mediums there will always be stories to be told. Movies, books, music, anime, art, absolutly everything. And stories will always be something worth hearing no matter what the subject or what medium it's being told in.

2. The one whom i call Rakkaus. Everytime you say you love me i believe it. I know that you'll always be there when i need you. And i love you for that. Now go beat the Elite Four, i know you can do it.

3. Life was never intended to be easy. It never will be. But we are all human. And what makes humans great is their determination to be better. Even if you think all hope is lost, try and remember that you are human, and you can do anything you set your mind to. So go out and change the world. Because we all know you can.

1. Seeing other people smile because of me. I always like that, it's kinda... feels like other people notice me and i'm not the only one in this world
2. My friends, Aism. She's always kind to me and back then, i feels like i want to be a person like her.
3. We're life in the world that every people in this world have a good part and the bad part. So, you just in the bad part and please, wait. Wait and please be patient. The one who patient will get good thing comes to them. It's not just a myth or what people said, trust me. Many people telling their story and swear, they is as happy as us now

1. My dogz
2. Aaron Tveit
3. You know that voice in your head that doesn't say anything happy? Give it a silly voice. Mine has a lisp and makes me laugh every time in speaks.

1) that would be my stuffed toys and dogs
2) the creator of the youtube username NightcoreReality.. the song she create is pretty catchy and fun to hear
3) sometimes fresh air is sometimes enough to help us feel relaxed

1. Humanity
2. Humans,humans,humans
3. If you want to commit suicide then do it but let me tell you this your death will not change anything.

1:Jazz
2:Immortal Technique
3:Keep your head up

1. staying at home and being all cozy
2.my friends who somehow manage to put up with all my bullshit
3.if you plan on taking your own life tonight, all i can say is in 5 years from now everything you were worrying about will be gone. try to destress and watch some of your favirote tv shows or movies with a mug of hot choclate. i believe everything happens for a reason, take your problems and take em head on, challenge yourself and never give up. keep your head up ^.^ * internet hug *