One of the most important discoveries of the 20th century is acknowledging the powerful influence of self-image. Self-image determines action. If we see ourselves as a a victim we'll be victimised, if we see ourselves as a failure we will fail, if we see ourselves as dumb we will under-perform. And when the self-fulfilling prophecy comes to pass it is paradoxically welcomed as … [Read more...]
How Exercise Beats Depression
Exercise is one of the most powerful factors in treating and beating depression. This podcast will be looking at why this is the case and how to use exercise to beat depression. [powerpress] References Back from the Brink Background from Back from the Brink: Between August 2006 and January 2007, a link was established from the depressioNet website inviting visitors to … [Read more...]
How Keeping it Simple Beats Depression
I came across a new psychological philosophy term today, it was when I was listening to my usual Podcast All in the Mind, the topic was personal construct psychology. I must admit I was compelled on hearing the central tenets. Like existentialism this orientation leans toward philosophical underpinnings, the therapist aims to avoid imposing opinion and tries to facilitate the … [Read more...]
How CBT Beats Depression
[powerpress] In this first podcast from How I Beat Depression we will look at three simple CBT techniques to help assist with lowering depression. First the problem of tiredness causing inactivity will be explored. Then the tendency to downplay success and praise will be examined. Finally overgeneralisations will be challenged. References and recommended … [Read more...]