Here's what I have to say, with the disclaimer that everyone's experience is different and your results may vary:
> Your comment seems to imply that it didn't help.
Not that, so much. More that it'd be disingenuous for me to say that I noticed that exercise had a direct impact on my mental health. Cutting down on my consumption of alcohol (a lot) has probably had the most direct link to increased mental health, for what it's worth.
> Would you recommend picking lifting/running up?
Yes, indeed. It's undeniably good for your body. Just... don't go in with the expectation that it's gonna be an immediate mood-booster, though. If that does happen, great! But expect the actual (and measurable) rewards to be increased strength and endurance. Be happy with that. :)
I've been prescribed medication, but never got it filled (didn't like that prescribing meds was the default "fix"). Been close to going to therapy, but haven't (I'm skeptical of certain therapist's qualifications and I don't think I can really afford it long-term). So far, I've been able to live with my malady's. Just...REALLY uncomfortably on occasion. But if you can afford it and have the time, then you should definitely make use of those resources!
> Your comment seems to imply that it didn't help.
Not that, so much. More that it'd be disingenuous for me to say that I noticed that exercise had a direct impact on my mental health. Cutting down on my consumption of alcohol (a lot) has probably had the most direct link to increased mental health, for what it's worth.
> Would you recommend picking lifting/running up?
Yes, indeed. It's undeniably good for your body. Just... don't go in with the expectation that it's gonna be an immediate mood-booster, though. If that does happen, great! But expect the actual (and measurable) rewards to be increased strength and endurance. Be happy with that. :)
I've been prescribed medication, but never got it filled (didn't like that prescribing meds was the default "fix"). Been close to going to therapy, but haven't (I'm skeptical of certain therapist's qualifications and I don't think I can really afford it long-term). So far, I've been able to live with my malady's. Just...REALLY uncomfortably on occasion. But if you can afford it and have the time, then you should definitely make use of those resources!