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Often, feelings of sadness, uneasiness, and loneliness are…

“Often, feelings of sadness, uneasiness, and loneliness are vague and unattached to specific events. This makes it more challenging to find ways to turn you mood around. When you find yourself in a funk, focus on what you're feeling.” quote by G. Alan Marlatt
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“Often, feelings of sadness, uneasiness, and loneliness are vague and unattached to specific events. This makes it more challenging to find ways to turn you mood around. When you find yourself in a funk, focus on what you're feeling.”

G. Alan Marlatt

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Unattached sadness, loneliness, and uneasiness hinder mood regulation; acknowledging feelings helps shift mood.

In simple terms: Identify feelings to improve mood.

Key Takeaway

Notice and name emotions.

Themes

mental health self-awareness emotions loneliness sadness

Mood

reflective hopeful empathetic

Type

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When to use this quote

  • therapy sessions
  • journaling
  • stressful days

Key Concepts

psychology mindfulness cognitive therapy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your funk?
  • How can you reframe negative thoughts?
A Different Perspective

Ignoring feelings can prolong distress.

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