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For me it was alcohol. At least there is a very strong link between alcohol and my mood.

Just a few drinks and I feel sad and anxious for a couple of days. My mood recovers by staying abstinent for one or two weeks after drinking alcohol. My solution is to avoid alcohol as much as I can.

I would like to add "don't drink any alcohol" to the list. I know that even a teatotaler can have a major depression but for me the decision to stop drinking any alcohol was THE key to make my depression much better.

It took me years to realize but drinking alcohol makes me sad and anxious for a a couple of days. The more I drink the worse the mood on the next day.

... and stop drinking any alcohol. That has really solved my depression problems. A few drinks and the next day I feel at least a little sad and anxious.

I, as a German, feel good about the Marshall Plan. Do you suggest to implement something similar for Greece? I don't think a lot of Greeks will be in favor for it.

I expect that people do not judge Germans by one German's opinion.

In which novel?

That quote resonates with me. Besides fear of judgment another part of my problem is acceptance I believe.

I'm pretty sure it is fear of being judged. I try to convince myself that most people are open and positive towards me. If you would ask me I'd tell you that most people are even sympathetic towards me in case I panic, stutter, or somehow f'up a presentation. But as soon as I'm in such a situation rationality is gone.

I actually started it right before posting my question. Thanks anyway!

I dread practice but I know it is key.

What kind of groups did you practice with?