Reality vs Perception

Describe a past incident when your interpretation of events didn’t match reality, resulting in negative feelings or stress. Outline how you can avoid such misunderstandings in the future.

This prompt encourages self-reflection and critical thinking. Often, depression can skew our perception of reality, amplifying negative interpretations of life events. By dissecting past experiences, you begin to recognize pattern and establish improved coping mechanisms, thereby creating a healthier emotional response to challenging situations.