5 Lies Depression Tells You - Depression Motivation, it gets better

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Feb 14, 2025

Discover the five deceptive lies that depression tells, distorting reality and fueling feelings of hopelessness. Learn how to recognize that you're not alone in your struggles and that seeking help is essential. Realize the importance of confronting shame and worthlessness while taking action to improve your mental health. Explore practical steps for overcoming the emotional pain, including small tasks to boost motivation. This journey reminds you that healing is possible and that support is always within reach.

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INSIGHT

Depression Lies

Depression warps your reality and makes you believe lies.
These lies feel real, but recognizing them is the first step to healing.

ADVICE

Act Before Motivation

Take action, even small steps, before you feel motivated.
Treatments like ECT, TMS, ketamine, and light therapy can offer rapid relief.

INSIGHT

You Matter

You matter to others more than you realize, and your absence would be felt.
People love you for who you are, not what you do.

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Depression is a liar because it warps your perception of reality. It twists your thoughts, making you believe things that aren’t true, even though they feel real. Here are 5 of the biggest lies depression tells—and the truth behind them: Depression makes it seem like the pain will last forever, like you’re stuck in a tunnel with no exit. And you start to believe that there’s no point in trying. Depression distorts reality when it tells you that your problems aren’t “bad enough” or that you should handle them alone. That you should be ashamed for having feelings and you have to hide them.

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