12/30/2025
“‘Reality enables, fantasy obstructs.’ — Wilfred Bion
When we’re depressed, our minds often generate convincing, negative stories about ourselves and the future. Those stories feel real, but they can block us from seeing what’s actually happening and from taking small, effective steps forward. Grounding in observable facts and simple actions creates openings for change. Try this: name three things you can see or hear right now, pick one small task you can finish in 10 minutes, and message one person you trust. Reality doesn’t erase pain, but it gives you footholds to move from stuckness toward action and connection.”