La tristeza y la depresión

Sadness arises in response to the loss of valuable objects or loved ones. It is an emotion that predisposes a person to minimize activity, feel unmotivated, lack the desire to do anything, and seek isolation. Sometimes, sadness intensifies when we exaggerate the negative assessment of a loss. When taken to an extreme, sadness can lead to depression.
As Dr. Bisquerra explains, in such cases, cognitive restructuring techniques are recommended. It is essential to pay attention to what psychology refers to as the “cognitive triad,” a mental state in which we see ourselves as useless, think about the future in a negative way, and perceive the present as impossible to navigate.
The best way to combat sadness is to engage in satisfying activities, replace catastrophizing with a bit of optimism, focus less on negative aspects and take a broader perspective on reality, practice objective and positive self-criticism, increase rewarding situations, maintain positive social relationships, engage in physical activity and sports, and most importantly, find distractions such as reading, watching movies, listening to music, or dancing.