Depression is also more common in people with anxiety or other mental health problems. Teens who have tried to self-harm by the age of 16 have a higher risk of having depression by the time they're young adults. Ways to Feel Better Every Day1: Seek mental health care. This is at the top of the list for a reason. ...2: Sleep enough. Most of us spend one-quarter to one-third of our lives asleep. ...3: Eat plenty of fiber. ...4: Go outside. ...5: Exercise. ...6: Do something creative. ...