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Depression Quote by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross

“Claudia reported that her depression eventually passed and she began to do more and get out more. She went back to work part-time and started accepting offers from friends to do things. “Time had passed; I was better, functional and improving, when suddenly the depression returned. I’d thought I…” quote by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
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““Claudia reported that her depression eventually passed and she began to do more and get out more. She went back to work part-time and started accepting offers from friends to do things. “Time had passed; I was better, functional and improving, when suddenly the depression returned. I’d thought I was done with it, but I guess it wasn’t done with me. “This””

Elisabeth Kübler-Ross

About This Quote

Source Interview: Personal testimony on depression recovery, date unknown

Depression can remit, but relapse is possible; recovery is a non‑linear process requiring ongoing vigilance

In simple terms: Depression may improve then return; stay alert

Key Takeaway

Monitor mood and maintain support networks

Themes

mental health relapse resilience

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

personal motivational

When to use this quote

  • Returning to work
  • Social activities
  • Therapy follow‑up
  • Peer support

Key Concepts

Psychology Recovery cycles Self‑care

Questions to Reflect On

  • What signs indicate early relapse?
  • How can you sustain functional improvements?
A Different Perspective

Recovery is not permanent without continued effort

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