In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, Brant Williams shares his journey of battling anxiety and depression and the creative ways he found to communicate and heal. Through his graphic novel Out of the Woods, Brant opens an honest window into what depression feels like, how it impacts loved ones, and the step-by-step process of rebuilding life after darkness.
Brant reminds us that recovery is not quick or linear—it’s about small, intentional steps that add up over time. From breathing techniques and therapy to journaling and mood tracking, he built his recovery brick by brick. This conversation is both vulnerable and hopeful, showing that while depression is a thief, it can also become a wake-up call to real, lasting change.
If you or someone you love is struggling, this episode offers practical strategies, compassionate perspective, and the reassurance that healing is possible—one brick at a time.
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to the episode and guest
01:00 – Why Brant shared his story through a graphic novel
02:50 – Depression’s impact on loved ones and relationships
04:20 – Building recovery “one brick at a time”
05:15 – Mistakes and lessons from Brant’s early struggles
06:20 – Breathing exercises and grounding techniques
07:30 – How depression affects the brain and the role of neurofeedback
08:30 – Finding the right therapist and the value of expression
09:20 – How friends and family can support someone with depression
10:15 – Reflections on medication and treatment decisions
11:00 – Mood tracking and journaling as recovery tools
12:20 – How depression changes self-identity and perspective
13:30 – Depression as both a thief and a wake-up call
14:30 – Closing thoughts: hope, healing, and practical tools
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