Keeping Depression at Bay

Every day it seems to get harder - trying to convince yourself of your worth when you can't land a job - hell, when you can't get answers to resumes sent.

I am trying to distract myself in many ways, but on days like this, it just seems to be an uphill, never ending battle.

So, I've decided to post a question. What do you do when you get this way? What steps do you take to keep yourself from sinking into the abyss? Give me some ideas.

I'm nearing the end of my rope, and there are only a couple of knots left...