Giving Voice to Depression

In this gentle, insightful episode, Eric shares his raw and powerful story of living with a lifelong depression he once imagined as an invisible boulder crushing his spirit. Instead of continuing the exhausting quest to eliminate his pain, Eric began to befriend it—shifting from analysis to emotional healing. Through Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, he discovered that the boulder symbolized a part of him trying to protect his innocence and inner child. He learned to speak with (vs. resist) it, and occasionally invite it to rest.Eric’s transformation didn’t come from erasing his depression, but from softening into it, accepting it as a part of him, and listening to what it was trying to say. In doing so, he unearthed peace, faith, and a more-grounded sense of self. Eric offers a hopeful message: that healing isn’t about being cured, but about becoming whole—even when it hurts.Listeners will walk away with a richer understanding of the nuances of depression, and the gentle yet radical power of self-compassion.https://recovery.com/https://givingvoicetodepression.com/Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/GivingVoiceToDepression/X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/VoiceDepressionTerry's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/givingvoicetodepression/

 In this episode, JJ Singleton shares what it’s like to live with terminal cancer and depression. He talks about how his mental health changed after his diagnosis, the dark moments he faced, and what helped him stay. JJ didn’t grow up talking about emotions, but through therapy and support, he learned that speaking up made a difference. He discusses the pressure to hide pain, especially as a man, and how naming his struggles helped him carry them.His story is a reminder that you’re not alone, and that asking for help can be part of staying. https://recovery.com/https://givingvoicetodepression.com/Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/GivingVoiceToDepression/X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/VoiceDepressionTerry's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/givingvoicetodepression/

This podcast episode pulls back the curtain on what it's really like to see a therapist, and trust us, it's not all about lying on a couch talking about your parents! Dr. Anita Sanz, a seasoned therapist, tackles the big question: when should you seek mental health support? She makes a compelling case for treating our mental well-being with the same care we give our physical health, or even our cars. If your car breaks down, you get it fixed, right? So why do we feel the need to "just handle" mental health struggles like low energy, changes in sleep, or even suicidal thoughts on our own?Dr. Sanz stresses that you don't have to wait until things are really bad. In fact, being proactive can make therapy much more effective and lead to faster improvement. Think of it like taking your car in for a check-up before a long road trip – it's about preventing a breakdown. Dr. Sanz also offers practical tips on finding the right therapist, emphasizing that it's okay to "shop around" and that chemistry matters. You wouldn't settle for a pizza with toppings you hate, so why settle for a therapist who isn't a good fit? The episode even addresses the common fear of sharing suicidal thoughts, assuring listeners that a therapist's primary goal is to help you navigate through a crisis and keep you safe. Ultimately, therapy isn't a passive process where someone "fixes" you; it's a collaborative effort where you actively work with your therapist to learn new skills and rewire your thought patterns, thanks to your brain's amazing neuronal plasticity.https://recovery.com/https://givingvoicetodepression.com/Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/GivingVoiceToDepression/X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/VoiceDepressionTerry's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/givingvoicetodepression/

A single conversation can change the course of your life. A single person stepping in to say "You are not yourself. I am worried about you"  can change the course of your life and recovery.That's the story Chloe shares in this remixed episode. The school year may be ending, but the need to tune in, step in and care most certainly is not.https://recovery.com/https://givingvoicetodepression.com/Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/GivingVoiceToDepression/X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/VoiceDepressionTerry's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/givingvoicetodepression/

"You’re supposed to be happy." That’s what Isabelle kept hearing when she was pregnant. Married, financially stable, expecting a deeply wanted baby — her life looked “perfect” from the outside. But inside, she was fighting an overwhelming darkness that few people talk about: antepartum depression, or depression during pregnancy.In this honest and powerful conversation, Isabelle joins Terry and Bridget to share what it felt like to struggle mentally during what’s often painted as the most joyful time in a person’s life. From navigating stigma to managing daily symptoms and finding tools that help her cope years later, Isabelle gives voice to an often-silenced part of the maternal mental health journey.Whether you've experienced depression yourself, love someone who has, or want to better understand the emotional complexities of pregnancy, this episode offers insight, compassion, and a reminder that you are not alone.https://recovery.com/https://givingvoicetodepression.com/Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/GivingVoiceToDepression/X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/VoiceDepressionTerry's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/givingvoicetodepression/