I really like this. This is one of my BIGGEST problems, and it puts so much pressure on me! I would like to acknowledge the feelings and accept them, not try to push them away. Thank you for writing this!
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Originally Posted by beloiseau
Someone just told me something relating to depression that I wanted to share. They said that instead of doing positive self talk to chase away negative thoughts and feelings, be supportive of yourself instead. Acknowledge that the negative feelings are there and choose not to listen to them. Don't try to pump yourself up, because that never works! Just accept that the negative thoughts or feelings are there and say to yourself that it is your depression talking, and that you are worth more.
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