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Content Warning: Depression

Sure thing! Here’s a step by step guide on how to drain the looming misery. It is important to note that this affliction would best be suited to be treated by an expert, but if you are insistent on treating yourself, you can follow these steps. 

1. Contain – the first step to conquering a looming misery is to contain it such that you are fully aware of where it ends and where it begins. This can be accomplished by stepping in a small room, submerging into water, pulling sheets over your head, etc. This method may not be deployed in an exterior environment, especially not near nature. 

2. It may feel noxious, but it’s important to face the misery, almost allowing it to strangle you. 

3. Place masking tape over afflicted areas. When you apply pressure, you may hear a screeching voice. In this scenario, it is crucial to apply masking tape. 4. Avoid reading the news. 

5. Avoid interacting with people who may elicit strong feelings from you, including but not limited to: discomfort, nausea, fear, excitement, hatred, envy, love. 6. Be okay with not creating. It may feel like you’ve hit a total productivity stump. This is normal; it may take months and months for you to regain your momentum and start creating again. For now, be okay with not being able to express your voice sometimes. 

7. Misery will slowly be drained as your body ejects toxins. There is a saturated market of oils and vitamins that may accelerate this bodily process, so it is important to browse through and choose the product for you. Otherwise, be sure to eat, drink, and sleep according to your mandated portions.