When people think about depression, they often think about sadness. But depression doesn't always feel like sadness, sometimes it feels like exhaustion. It can feel like waking up after eight hours of sleep and still feeling like you could stay in bed all day. It can mean taking a shower feels like a significant accomplishment. Answering a text, making food, going to work, or leaving the house can require far more energy than it seems like it should.

Depression often affects much more than mood. It can change the way we breathe, move, sleep, connect with others, and experience our own bodies. For many people, even getting out of bed or taking a short walk can feel overwhelming.