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EPISODE · Jan 6, 2025 · 12 MIN

Why Your Past Always Seems Better Than Your Present

from The Psychology of Depression and Anxiety - Dr. Scott Eilers · host Scott Eilers

Your cherished childhood memories are lying to you. Nostalgia creates a deceptive highlight reel that omits all the ordinary stress and struggles we faced back then. Those magical moments from your past weren't actually more special than what's happening right now. Our brains play three specific tricks that make old memories seem better than they really were. In this episode, I'll show you how to stop letting romanticized memories rob you of present joy. You'll learn why your past feels superior to your present and how to break free from this mental trap. Get my ⁠5-day guide to reclaiming your time and energy despite mental health struggles⁠. Get Practical tools for navigating life with depression and anxiety, delivered weekly⁠⁠⁠. ⁠3 Unique ways to work with me⁠ ⁠⁠Mood Bloom games for depression and anxiety⁠⁠ (I have partnered with this brand) ⁠Dramatically improve your sleep in 2 steps⁠⁠ with my new Sleep Workbook. ⁠⁠⁠My book: For When Everything is Burning⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Connect with me on TikTok⁠ ⁠Connect on Instagram⁠⁠ Disclaimer: This content is not intended to be a replacement for receiving treatment. It is purely educational in nature. My relationship with you is that of presenter and audience, not therapist and client. But I do care.

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