Quotes Help
Feeling despondent? Struggling to cope with everyday problems? Do you feel like no one truly understands, as if darkness and emptiness have become your closest companions?
Take just two minutes. Read these quotes. Create a vision board. Write one down. These six powerful quotes are designed to lift you, motivate you, and remind you—you’re not alone. Let these words become your daily dose of hope.
1.
“Getting better from depression demands a lifelong commitment. I’ve made that commitment for my life’s sake and for the sake of those who love me.”
— Susan Polis Schutz
Fighting depression is a daily battle—sometimes with therapy, sometimes medication, sometimes sheer willpower. But you don’t fight alone. Your life matters to those around you. So make that commitment—not just for them, but for you.
2.
“Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved.”
— Helen Keller
Depression is not a sign of weakness—it’s the battleground where your character is forged. You’re not falling apart. You’re transforming.
Why Do We Love Quotes?
Because a few words can change everything. They shift perspective, spark action, and soothe wounds. You don’t have to fix everything at once—just begin by changing how you see yourself.
3.
“Keep yourself busy if you want to avoid depression. For me, inactivity is the enemy.”
— Matt Lucas
This is a practical truth: inactivity deepens sadness. Movement—mental or physical—is medicine. Go for a walk, read a book, talk to a friend, hug your pet. These small actions add up.
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4.
“Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.”
— Thich Nhat Hanh
Research shows it’s not just emotions that create expressions—expressions can create emotions. Even when it feels fake, smile anyway. Your brain believes your face.
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5.
“There are far, far better things ahead than anything we leave behind.”
— C.S. Lewis
This moment won’t last forever. With each step forward, you’re one day closer to joy. Don’t look back with regret. Look ahead with hope.
6.
“Once you choose hope, anything is possible.”
— Christopher Reeve
Hope is a decision—one you can make even in the darkest hour. It may be quiet, even invisible at first. But once you choose it, hope opens doors to healing, courage, and new beginnings.
Final Note
You’re not broken. You’re becoming. Let these quotes be a flashlight when you feel surrounded by darkness. Come back to them as often as you need—write them, repeat them, believe them.
You can feel better. You will get through this. Start today.
Depression is a soul sucking Zombie. That first quote is the best. I have to get up and do something before I can move on to the others.Then once I’m going I need to keep moving as if being chased by Zombies, because once I stop then I lose. Great Post.
Beth @GrannyBeth3, I understand I feel that way sometimes thanks for your support.
I’ve had to work through some personality differences and negativity issues where my husband is concerned. Staying positive and looking at things differently on my end has helped. These quotes are also helpful to keep things in perspective and move forward with joy.
These are great quotes to uplift the spirit 🙂 Thanks for sharing x
These quotes are very nice, I love reading quotes throughout the week to keep me inspired. They are always so motivating!
Elizabeth O, Glad you liked thanks.
sometimes I need to think about the smile because heavens I do stay depressed. Great advice here always
dana vento, I hope these 6 depressed quotes help. It will get better. What you are going thru there is someone who is struggling even worse. You are bless remember this.
My friend recently told me that putting a pen between your teeth sends the same signals to your body as a smile does so that can help make you feel happier when you are feeling sad.
Motivation is a great thing – if one can reach for it. It is an external activity that can move one to do the internal work. Quotes, books, meditation, workshops, and the support of angels were things that were key to my climbing out of the darkness of depression. Keep up the good work of providing motivation for even one. Namaste.
Claudette, Glad I am able to touch someone with these quotes. Thank you for your support.
I love quotes and these are great for when I’m feeling down 🙂
These is a really good quotes for my Depression process
These are great quotes and I love them. I especially like the one about smiling. This is so true. A simple smile can make a lot of difference. It can instantly lift your mood and even the mood of the person you are smiling at.
Mykidsguide, Glad you like 6 depressed quotes to lift you up.
I make myself smile when I’m not happy and it’s so true that it works. I LOVE that it works!
Great quotes. Definitely needed to read some of these today. Thank you.
These are great quotes. Inspiring.