I am not one to advocate positive thinking as a remedy for depression, because it is ineffective. I do however, really like the following writer's approach as it uses intelligent cognitive processes and mindfulness! See what you think! This is the beginning of a blog post by Annie Thompson-Bert - Blog Author, MoodPanda
One time, I called my psychiatrist on the phone and upon his picking up, I said, “Hello doctor, this is Ann Hedonia.” The joke being that my name is Ann and that he knew I was in the lower depths of depression and might find my pun amusing. I knew intellectually that it was funny, but it brought me no pleasure or laughter.
Indeed, Anhedonia is no laughing matter, as this absence of ability to experience happiness, joy or pleasure goes hand in hand with the diagnosis of depression - and enjoyment and engagement with people, places and events is a basic requirement for a full and happy life.
So what is there to do about the dark, joyless times that may befall us?
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