The Upward Spiral Card Deck: 52 Ways to Reverse the Course of Depression...One Small Change at a Time

My therapist suggested this set to me. I bought the book, the workbook, and the card deck. The cards are great for when I don't have the attention span for the book. The book is great because it explains how depression works in the brain, and how to slowly reverse its direction. The workbook helps me remember what I read, and the cards put it into action.I don't like a lot of woo, but there is a good balance of science, the author's personal experience, and a smooth writing style that is easy to read.Depression sucks, but these cards help.

This deck is a fantastic way to ease into the positive steps needed to up-cycle from depression into wellness. Reading an entire book can be too much for someone suffering depression. But the deck allows you to focus on one (or just a few) steps that can be taken now. I am hanging two cards on my fridge for my family to see every day… one from the “awareness” cards and beside it one from the “action” cards in the deck. I am hoping this will help us all choose more positive thoughts and actions every day and begin cycling upwards from wherever we start. Great Deck !

Key points and helpful tips from the book. Can serve as reminders for someone already familiar with the material, or even as baby steps for someone new to it who may find a whole book overwhelming (depression can do that).