Emotional Interventions: Tools to Tackle Depression and Boost Your Mood
When people are depressed, they often feel helpless and hopeless and nothing makes them happy. By adding in happy things, people can buffer against the depression.
Feeling overwhelmed by depression can make it seem like happiness is out of reach. In this episode of 'Happiness Isn't Brain Surgery', Dr. Dawn-Elise 'Doc' Snipes shares practical strategies to help you reclaim your joy. Drawing from her upcoming book, '100+ Practical Tools to Defeat Depression', Doc Snipes breaks down emotional interventions that can buffer against negative emotions and promote a more positive mindset.
She explains how developing a richer feelings vocabulary can make it easier to identify and address your emotions. Ever feel like your emotions are festering like a dirty wound? Mindfulness can help you stay present and prevent those feelings from spiraling out of control. Doc also delves into ways to handle envy, jealousy, and guilt, emphasizing the importance of self-care and acceptance.
This episode is packed with actionable advice, from practicing mindfulness to changing negative thought patterns, all aimed at improving your mood and quality of life. If you're looking for practical tools to manage depression and enhance your emotional well-being, this episode is a must-listen.