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For the past two years, I have dealt with the highs and lows of depression; one of those lows being overeating powered by emotions, which lead to low self-esteem and an even lower perception of my body image. I was so depressed at times that I wouldn't want to get out of bed or go to work. I would cry for no reason and I was always moody. When my mood swings began to affect my relationships at home and at work, I decided to see a therapist, and, eventually began treatment with an antidepressant. In October of 2006, I committed to attending a twice-weekly yoga practice at my therapist's suggestion. Within the first week, I noticed I was calmer, and more able to deal with stress. I began practicing yoga more frequently, using DVDs on the days I didn't have class, and attending a Saturday morning class on base and a Sunday morning class in a suburb of Tokyo. I began to enjoy practicing yoga so much that when my instructor suggested a weekend certification with YogaFit, I jumped on the opportunity and wound up taking three separate yoga certifications (YogaFit Level 1, Level 2, and YogaFit Kids). My yoga practice and continued therapy are useful tools I have used to help me battle my bought with depression. I hope to become a yoga and primary group exercise instructor and show people how fitness can help in the fight against depression.