How can I be more aware of my depression? 

I have weeks where every foundational habit I’ve built crumbles and becomes shaky - friendships, job, money, exercise, self care… 

With this, my confidence and overall mood drops too. I’m like a shadow of my former self. 

This can go on for weeks if not months. 

I fail to notice when I’m depressed. If only I could see myself the way I am during said state, I think I could easily find a way out…. Or at least attempt to get out. 

How do I do this? How can I tell when I’m depressed? 

I can tell usually when I’m straight out of this state and everything is back to normal. Then the cycle repeats.