There are many causes of depression. Building your sense of self worth may help you get out of the rut. Here are some suggestions to stop feeling depressed:

1. Stop comparing yourself – Don’t measure your self worth by what you have (more or less than someone else) in terms of money, looks, etc. There will always be someone who has more than you in one way or another.
2. Build on your talents and follow your passion – Self worth is not measured by your job title. It is measured by how happy you are with what you have made of yourself, your skills, talents and interests. If you find yourself in a job that has no meaning, go ahead and reinvent yourself. You might fail doing what you don’t like, you might as well do something you really like.
3. Stop worrying about what others will think of you – Whether you like it or not, there will be people who will judge you all your life. Please yourself before you please anyone. Don’t live someone else’s life.
4. Trust your own judgement – Don’t fall in the trap of always needing to be validated. Listen to what others may say but always follow your gut. Deep within you know what is right or wrong. Start listening to your own thoughts and feelings.
5. Think bigger than yourself – think less of yourself, your own hardships and your pain. Have gratitude for what you have. Do more of what you can do for other people. When you help other people you will realize your life may not be as bad as you think.
6. Forgive yourself – you know what I mean. When you make a mistake it does not mean you are a failure. Learn from your mistakes then move on. Stop bullying yourself. Have as much compassion, gentleness and understanding for yourself as much as you would extend to others.
7. Be your best self – everyday, do something that will make you better than yesterday. If you are competitive, benchmark against your best self.
8. Keep moving – even walking briskly 30minutes for 3 times a week helps improve your sense of well-being. Emotionally, it is also healthy to keep moving. Move away from anyone who makes you feel down or who drains your energy. If you can’t move away from them, then at least learn not to be affected.