Holistic approaches to overcome depression

8. Consider Meditation and Yoga

For many people, stress and anxiety trigger periods of depression. Meditation is a great way to naturally limit the power of these triggers and depression symptoms. During meditation, the brain’s amygdala and medial prefrontal cortex become less active, weakening the negative sensations of anxiety and stress.

Meditation also appears to increase gray matter density in the brain, which experts associate with less severe depression. Yoga is another option for people who prefer to stay moving, as many forms of yoga combine the calming mindfulness of meditation with the depression-fighting power of exercise.