Depression can feel relentless—but recovery is possible, even after the darkest moments. In this episode, we share a powerful story of survival, relapse, and resilience. You’ll hear how early struggles with anxiety and depression led to suicide attempts, hospitalization, and self-stigma—and how persistence, treatment, and support eventually helped shape a life of purpose and hope.
If you’ve ever felt like recovery is out of reach, this conversation is proof that setbacks don’t mean failure. It’s a reminder that depression is real, but so is healing.
Link to Mark Henick's TED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1QoyTmeAYw
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction: Depression, stigma, and the power of shared stories
02:30 - Childhood struggles with anxiety, depression, and misunderstood symptoms
04:15 - Early suicide attempts, hospitalization, and the limits of psychiatric care
06:45 - The night on the bridge—and the stranger who saved his life
08:45 - Why early intervention and mental health education in schools matter
11:20 - Relapse as part of recovery: accepting setbacks without shame
13:30 - Coping strategies that work: therapy, medication, sleep, and awareness
15:45 - Patience, persistence, and perspective in long-term recovery
17:15 - Battling self-stigma: reframing depression as an illness, not weakness
19:45 - Final reflections: hope, resilience, and breaking stigma
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