Books Depression Hates a Moving Target: How Running With My Dog Brought Me Back From the Brink (Depression and Anxiety Therapy, Bipolar) by Nita Sweeney (Author)
"Depression Hates a Moving Target: How Running With My Dog Brought Me Back From the Brink" by Nita Sweeney is a candid memoir that chronicles her journey of overcoming chronic depression and anxiety through the transformative power of running. Before discovering running therapy at age 49, Nita struggled with depression that limited her physically and emotionally, unable to jog for more than a minute. Running with her dog became a vital part of her recovery, providing a connection to the outdoors, a sense of community, and a disciplined routine she could maintain even on difficult days.
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Running serves as a powerful form of therapy, releasing mood-boosting chemicals and providing tangible goals that support mental health.
The practice cultivates resilience and self-discovery, showing that one can endure more than expected.
Nita emphasizes finding a movement or exercise that works personally, highlighting running's flexibility (solo or group, easy or intense) as a factor for her success.
The running community offers emotional support and camaraderie essential for sustained motivation.
The book is praised for its honesty, humor, and inspiration in showing how physical activity can aid in managing depression, bipolar disorder, and anxiety effectively.
Books Depression Hates a Moving Target: How Running With My Dog Brought Me Back From the Brink (Depression and Anxiety Therapy, Bipolar) by Nita Sweeney (Author)