CBT - Behavioral Activation - Doing the Opposite of What You Feel

2025-05-16

In this action-oriented episode of Understanding Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, we explore the power of Behavioral Activation—a technique that helps break the cycle of depression and anxiety by encouraging us to do the opposite of what we feel. When you're stuck in darkness, motivation disappears. But CBT shows us that action often comes before emotion—not the other way around. That means getting up, showing up, and doing something healthy even when we don’t feel like it.

In this action-oriented episode of Understanding Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, we explore the power of Behavioral Activation—a technique that helps break the cycle of depression and anxiety by encouraging us to do the opposite of what we feel.

When you're stuck in darkness, motivation disappears. But CBT shows us that action often comes before emotion—not the other way around. That means getting up, showing up, and doing something healthy even when we don’t feel like it.

From making the bed to going for a walk, attending church, or reaching out to someone you trust—small steps can lead to big breakthroughs. This episode will give you practical tools and faith-based encouragement to move forward, even when your feelings say, “stay stuck.”

Because sometimes, healing begins with simply doing the next right thing.

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