Off My Chest
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While I get what you mean and the person you are replying to was very flippant about it, there are studies that show moderate exercise outdoors (going for a walk) to be as effective as chemical antidepressants.
I am currently in a deep depression and on SSRIs and my doctor told me about those studies. Yes it's hard to get outside, but the positive effects of sunlight + moving your body on depressed people are scientifically proven. And it can be helpful to know that going for a walk is actually useful and not a waste of time. It won't cure a depression, but the positive effects shouldn't be dismissed either.