My quick response would be “how deep is the bottom?” because there are bad days & then there is BOTTOM. On a bad day it’s good to pamper yourself a bit. If I can I love to go see a movie that will make me sob all by myself & splurge on popcorn. My son & husb& recently went to visit his family & because of my health I really couldn’t travel. But the morning they left I went & saw “My Sister’s Keeper.” Very emotional movie, but it was just the “fix” I needed.
It’s also helpful to call a friend. Just go for it & call some people who you know would make you feel better & ask them to stop & get you your favorite snack & come over for an hour. It’s okay to ask for help (I am learning this… I still struggle with it too.)
Since my faith in Christ is my foundation, I also will blast some worship music. I love “Mary, Mary” or CeCe Winans or M&isa–something with some soul! I also will turn to the Psalms & for some reason, I’m always surprised each time just how God seems to have written certain scriptures just for me at that moment.
Then there are those very dark moments. Those are the “get in the shower & sob” till no tears are left moments. Recognizing the difference & knowing it is time to talk to a pastor, counselor, doctor, etc. are essential. Don’t ever be ashamed or embarrassed when you have to ask for help or counsel.
