Why Winona Ryder Doesn’t Regret Opening Up About Depression
Twenty years ago, mental health was a taboo topic. After all, opening up about mental illness is difficult enough for anyone, let alone an A-list actress launching a Hollywood career. Today, Ryder says she’s glad that she was so up front about depression and anxiety.
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- Document.
Take lots of photos and videos. Film your little adventures from the beach trip to your journey to learning a new instrument to your family road trips. Write about your days– may it be simple or special. Was it sunny today? Did it rain? Will it be raining any time soon? How are you feeling right now? Do you wish you could do something relevant? Store memories that you could easily flip through when time comes and you would like a taste of your summer stories.
- Learn.
Beat the boredom by learning. It does not have to be something complex like learning a new language or studying in advance. Try out new fun things, instruments, sports, etc that you’ve always wanted to learn. Crafting? There’s youtube and maybe pinterest for you. Piano? You can also check basic lessons online or maybe grab an instructor. Swimming? It’s never too late to learn how to properly breathe underwater or float well! There will always be room for knowledge and learning, you just need to have the initiative to knock on those doors and enter willingly.
- Rest.
Summer is best for physically exhausted people because they get the chance to be free of academic (students) responsibilities. Give yourself the break and rest you deserve. You can unplug from social media if you would like. Take a break from constantly checking on your notifications. Log out of your accounts if you want to. Take it easy, the summer is long and you will have enough time. Have fun. Breathe well. For a moment, just give yourself a pat in the back and get enough sleep.
- Productive.
There are plenty of things you can do to keep your body moving and your brain working this summer. Cross out some books on your reading list. Go outside if you want to. Play with your dogs and give them regular haircuts. Work on a DIY project, open a small business to earn money over the break. Productivity is such a relative word. You do you, enjoy your taste of freedom in your own personal way!
- Heal.
Most importantly, may this break be your avenue to heal, grow, and accept your body. To find yourself, to give you strength and will. May you never have the opportunity to catch summer blues. I hope this summer, your process to become a better person will begin or continue.
