Sublime

When I work with people navigating depression, here is the common pattern: They’re constantly beating themselves up. “I should go outside.” “I should work harder.” “I shouldn't be depressed.” "Shoulds" are anger directed inwards at yourself, which is why... See more

The phrase “if you cared, you would [remember, notice, be on time, listen, etc]” is so funny because I care so much it hurts but I just can’t change the behavior because that’s not how my brain works. And by “so funny” I mean “utterly devastating.”