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    Depression
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    Opposite Action

    Depression illustration

    When depression says 'isolate and stay in bed,' do the opposite: stand up, go outside, call someone, or move your body.

    Why it works

    Emotions drive action urges. By acting opposite to the emotion's urge, you change the emotional experience itself.

    Step 1

    Name your current emotion and its action urge (e.g., 'Sadness — urge to stay in bed and cancel plans').

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