I regret that I was not there for you more. I am sorry that I did not have the communication skills or understanding of myself enough to be with you in a more meaningful way.
These are the words in a letter from my friend. She wrote this after one of her friends committed suicide.
Depression is serious. Chronic stress can lead to depression.
Those who seek help frequently do not experience relief.
Those who offer support are often dismissive and hurtful in their words, action, and non-action.
When I went through clinical depression in 2006-2008, all of my relationships changed.
Most of my friends and co-workers – including my husband – turned away.
In an effort to share in a meaningful way, my colleague Tammy Whitten, LMFT, and I had a candid conversation about Women, Stress, and Depression.
Watch our video above. You’ll hear:
- Why women experiencing depression may not seek support (judgment)
- How to create safety when you choose to share
- Our top 3 DOs and DO NOTs if you experience depression
- What NOT to say (think positive! you have so much going for you) and TO say if your loved one experiences depression
I also share parts of my depression story I haven’t shared with the public before.
This conversation needs to be opened up so everyone can experience safety and healing.
Click above to watch.
Stop Looking Outside and Look Within,
Angela
This was wonderful to listen to – though I may have heard some of this in the past, I am always grateful to hear it all again so I can really integrate it into my life. Thank you for doing these and sharing them.
Imagine that! Your “best” changing on a daily or a moment’s basis as you take care of yourself! 😉 That alone was a great insight I needed to hear again.
You are so welcome! Thank you for listening. My best, your best, is always good enough. 🙂