What do you do when you feel down?

[TristanJensen]

When I feel down i usually just pet my dog or cat (or both at the same time). Either that or just doodle a bunch

[MylCreates]

Try to find a solution asap and not waste time moping, I never ask why that, I ask more how to. Then create an elaborate step to step to do list to achieve that solution. Usually I tell the process to someone so I will feel responsible for fulfilling it.

For short term issues I look at this gif

or watch this:

[Waterdrain]

When I'm feeling bad I read some comics or walk around and listen to some music for a bit. And if that doesn't work I go and ask how someones day has been. For some odd reason it always makes me feel better listening to someone I care about. Plus if I want a good laugh I listen to some game grumps c:

[zoonland]

I listen to music, or sing, but I also browse some funny things on Tumblr. Tumblr is the temple of the funny things

[pekingduck]

I usually play games such as Super Smash Bros for the 3DS or, if friends are up for it, Left 4 Dead 2.
Makes me take my mind off whatever I am sad about, and it works most of the time.

Messaging and talking with friends and watching videos are also ways to boost my mood.

[Maffi]

Thank you everyone for great responses . It really lightened me up

[abbastudios]

I allow it to happen and then move on with my life.

[monotone_ink]

I watch a bit of Nichijou, listen and laugh to the sheer happiness of Mariachi music and then fill my drawing book with sketch dumps. (and maybe watch a video of a cute ghost dancing to moses supposes.)

[handykartika]

I think music/songs can be quite useful when it comes to picking people up when they're down, including me. Not sure if this music will help you the same way it helps me to feel different sorts of emotion every single time i listen to it.
Yiruma - River flows in you

Sorry, apparently I couldn't find the way to embed the video into here >.<
Well anyway I hope the music can help you and/or other people. Thought I'd share :3

[keac]

Family bonding: I'm sure everyone has families with them.

I usually have time with my family and sometimes giving advise to calm me down.
Also because cousins, siblings, especially parents understands us very well.

I sometimes lie down alone and imagine things and stuff like a weird kid...

[infectedbloodcomics]

Hm... I wouldn't be so sure about everyone having families, actually. And not even sure about people being happy with their families. Not trying to be confrontational, just mentioning that reality may be completely different for different people, that's all

[keac]

It depends

[infectedbloodcomics]

I guess finding comfort in people you love and who love you back is always the best - hoping you have someone

[TAMAnnoying]

Well ill tell you some of the variety of tips i do when im down, they wont all work for you and even sometimes they dont work for me, thats why i have several :v

The first one is I hang out with a close friend, not just any friend but the friend i often tell all my problems to and the one that will listen but will also say "thats shitty, want to go do __ with me and forget about it?" having someone to hang out with that you can talk to but wont let you dwell on it helps me out of the ditch sometimes.

sometimes its nice to just get out and do something, get the blood flowing. Its very rare that i do this but sometimes i will get up and walk around the block to clear my head. Its a small burst of exercise thats good for you and often times if you go in a direction your not used to it makes your mind a bit more awake and active (just stay on the right side of the road and dont go down dark alleyways obviously )

and finally music, sometimes sad music even! yes when im sad or down in the dumps i watch a sad movie or listen to sad music and strangely enough it gets me out of my funk. I really cant explain why :v it just works for me.

[jackieuy127]

When I'm feeling down, I like looking at old sketchbooks because it reminds me that I've improved so much as an artist and as a person. ;u; doing redraws also helps cheer me up!

[ToasterThief]

Generally I do a lot of things to try to take my mind off things, sometimes I draw, sometimes I play video games which are good because they are absorbing, maybe have a cup of tea or eat something nice, call a friend to talk about stuff and joke about or excuse myself to scroll through the cat videos on youtube for hours on end.

In general if you are feeling sad I would advise keeping active, getting up at a reasonable hour, having a calm morning and making sure you're showered dressed and ready to face the day puts you in a better mindset than lying about all day. Start taking walks if you don't already, it helps your mind rest and the exercise is good for you! Try to keep active, make sure you make time to go out with friends or simply run errands because sitting about alone can get very bad for your health. Try to eat well with vegetables and fruit and make sure you also have enough to drink and of course try to get a little more sleep by going to bed a little earlier. About 8 hours is a good goal, especially if you are usually a night owl. They seem silly but keeping healthy can to wonders for how you feel too.

But perhaps most importantly of all if you really feel sad you should tell someone about it, maybe you just need to talk to a good friend to get it off your chest, a parent or guardian who can maybe give you more practical advise and don't feel bad about maybe even going to see a professional. If you are really, really down it's far better to go and actually get some help to work through stuff even though it can be scary. But honestly I think the fact you asked for advice is a good step to feeling better! 8D

But I'm just a simple gal on the internet so for a quick fix for the time being here's a video of some sugar gliders that I think are super cute: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ys8N4icLsY

Feel better soon ok!! <3 ^^

[maryvinnickaya]

I always clean my car.
I helps me to overcome boredome and to deal with depression. By the way, here's the best site http://colourshield.com/ with car care products, you can use it when you feel sad to order cleaning stuff for your car. Enjoy

[Creaux]

So, this is going to sound strange but there's 3 things I do when my art is in this slump.

1. Epic music. I'm talking Viking speed metal, gothic gospel, epic fight scene music, things that get you PUMPED (even if it's the backstreet boys! It's MUSIC and music is AWESOME)
2. Chew something. I usually go for cups of ice, but I find chewing on things helps me focus
3. Draw small items likes hands or scenery or a bug or something you can look at a reference and then draw. It takes none of your mental juice to work so you're not having to think for forever and stress yourself out over not having ideas. I find that as I draw from life, I'll get hit with an idea and then go and do it.

I hope this is helpful. This is also the first comment I've made since being gone for almost an entire year. BOY HOWDY!

[Bluejay]

OOooh, I totally feel you there. My mood is like an infinity roller-coaster going up and down with the occasional spiral.
For me, I like to listen to music like everyone and then look at amazing art works from other people. It always motivate me, especially when my friends or family aren't really .... helping. And by that I mean: their motivational speeches.
Like, oh god, I love them
but I don't want 5 Shia Labeoufs-wannabes screaming in my ear

[contreraschz]

I don't get depressed that often and for some reason no matter how down I am I always wake up recharged the next day, so when I feel down I just stop being productive for the rest of the day and watch TV or something.

I wish this worked with my procastination though.