3 Natural Alternative Treatments For Depression

When you’re suffering from depression, it seems like there are very few treatment options other than taking prescription drugs. While sometimes it is necessary to treat symptoms with medication, there are other alternative treatments that can help alleviate symptoms of depression.

Many of my clients do take prescription medications for their depression, but they are also aware that they can support their mood and energy levels with simple, safe and convenient treatments that complement their doctor’s recommendations.

I have seen symptoms dramatically improve with options such as breathing exercises, crystal and color therapy to name a few. When it comes to shifting out of a pattern of depression, making a connection between mind and body and adding some positive vibrations to your environment can cause drastic changes, with minimal effort.

Rainbow Power

It’s hard to believe that something as simple as a color can have an effect on your mood, but the vibrational power of the color spectrum can have a gentle, yet positive impact on mind and body. Think about how you feel when you see a gorgeous flower, or a magnificent rainbow – that’s the power of color.

Including colors that relieve anxiety and hopelessness or ones that promote peace and joy work in a very subtle way to raise energy levels and dispel gloomy, sad feelings. You can incorporate the following colors into your clothing choices, decorating palates, or even eat foods in that shade to cultivate the effects of the rainbow.

* Red – activating and energizing, restores a sense of security

* Orange – improves mood and inspires creativity is a mixture of red and yellow, and improves mood and alertness.

* Yellow – cheerful and brightening, increases ability to accomplish

* Green – healing and soothing, produces a natural calming effect

* Blue – calming and relaxing, allows for proper emotional expression

* Violet – spiritual and uplifting, strengthens a connection to spiritual purpose

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