Opposite Action Skill

Do you know the feeling of waking up in the morning and not wanting to leave the bed because so many negative thoughts come up in your head and make you lose the courage to face the day?

DBT skills like the “Opposite Action Skill” can be very helpful in getting us back on track.

For example:

Depression gets us ready to be inactive. It activates us to avoid contact.

The opposite would be getting active. So instead of staying in bed get up and do a few exercises like stretching, walk around the room clapping your hands like if you want to cheer yourself up or do anything to become active.

Participation question:

What is a feeling you have which causes an action that is not helpful?

What could be an opposite action?

Helpful Video:

Opposite Action Skill https://youtu.be/fDWn-cqKKrg



Helping yourself is always a great option but sometimes it’s simply not enough and professional support is required.

If you feel that you need more guided support please reach out to your doctor or a therapist.

7cups has online, certified therapists with a paid option. For more information click on link https://www.7cups.com/online-therapy/?ob=1

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