Depression Quote by Rollo May
“Depression is the inability to construct a future.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Meaning of Anxiety, 1950
Depression robs the mind of future vision, leaving a void where hope and planning should reside.
In simple terms: Depression blocks future planning.
Key Takeaway
Seek ways to envision and build a future.
Themes
mental health
future
hope
psychology
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
therapeutic
motivational
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- career planning
- personal goal setting
- recovery programs
Key Concepts
existential therapy
cognitive restructuring
goal setting
Questions to Reflect On
- What small future step can you imagine now?
- How does envisioning a future affect your mood?
A Different Perspective
Depression may also stem from external circumstances, not just mental blocks.
