How can I keep my life in balance to avoid a depression relapse?

If you start to feel out of balance, that is, stressed, unhappy, sad, confused or frustrated with a particular part of your life, this is a sign that your life might be slipping out of balance. If you notice uncomfortable symptoms such as these, it might be a good time to sit down and consider whether there’s anything in your life that needs attention. Look carefully at the following categories and consider whether there’s anything you need that you’re not getting.

Health: Are you at a healthy weight, free of pain or discomfort most of the time and functioning well physically? Do you get enough exercise? If you have any health problems that need to be addressed, have you addressed them?

Family: Are most of your family relationships emotionally healthy? Are you able to communicate with family members when there are problems? Do you generally feel supported by your family?

If there are any problems with your family that need to be addressed, such as alcoholism, mental health issues, health problems or child behavior problems, are they being addressed? Social life: Do you have one or more close friends whom you feel you can confide in? Do you feel that you generally can connect with people?

Do you attend social events regularly? Do you feel that you get along well with others and enjoy their company? Do you have meaningful relationships, including a romantic partner if that’s important to you?

Is your relationship with a partner or spouse generally healthy, and do you feel as though you get your most important needs met most of the time? Work: Do you feel that you have something productive to do every day? At the end of the day, do you feel that you leave your work at your workplace more often than not?

Are your relationships with your coworkers and managers basically sound? Do you feel challenged in your job yet not overly stressed? Do you find your work fulfilling at least part of the time?

Spirituality: Do you regularly find time to quietly contemplate your life and your place in the universe, and to center yourself? Are you connected to a community that shares your spiritual or religious beliefs? If it’s important to you, do you attend religious services regularly?

Creativity and leisure time: Do you regularly find the time to be creative in whatever way you choose to be? Do you have hobbies or interests that take you out of your logical mind for a while? Do you take the time to relax, enjoy the good things in life, or learn new skills?

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