Whenever yogis face defilements, they try to fix the defilements so that the mind calms down. Then they forget about it; and the next time the problem surfaces, the defilement becomes stronger. Every time defilements recur, depression included, they gain strength.

Sometimes defilements come and go away; but when they return, they become more powerful. That is the nature of defilements. It is best to practice continuously; then, they cannot grow and when understanding arises, they subside.

This is a good reminder for yogis to practice non-stop.

So, don’t try to fight with the defilement; if you do so, they become even more powerful. Trying to get rid of the defilement is also a defilement. 

Try to understand the mind – what is the mind and how does it work. It is only through understanding that defilements cannot grow.

Awareness has to gain strength to notice initial subtle thoughts and defilements; the earlier it is the easier for the defilement to subside. So, awareness is very important. 

It is beneficial to maintain continuous practice.