How to Build Motivation to Overcome Depression
People who are depressed often don't feel motivated to do what they should. But a lack of motivation need not prevent positive action.
A commitment to one's values and goals can help drive action even when motivation is lacking.
Taking action can itself increase motivation, and self-reward can help sustain positive behaviors
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Here's some techniques that you can start using to turn your motivation on its head:
- You don't need to wait for motivation to actually do something. Commit to action and values rather than waiting for the motivation to show up.
- Action creates motivation...
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