Ep. 348 Love in the Dark: Supporting a Partner Through Depression (remix)

If you live with a partner, children or friend with depression, odds are you could use some practical tips for how to care for both them and  yourself. This 28-minute episode offers both. 

Gwen shares openly and articulately about the challenges and strategies she uses  to maintain hope and connection when depression affects her household. Gwen shares how she and her husband navigate tough times by intentionally finding "glimmers"—small moments of joy that bring light to dark days.

She discusses the importance of establishing ground rules, like open communication, early intervention when signs of depression appear, and finding realistic ways for a struggling partner to stay engaged with family life. Gwen emphasizes the value of timing and word choice in difficult conversations, as well as the need for small daily acts of kindness that reinforce connection, even when love feels harder to express.

The episode also touches on the importance of caregivers prioritizing their own well-being. Gwen shares how finding her own support system, embracing flexibility, and letting go of perfection have helped her sustain both her family and herself.

This conversation is a compassionate reminder that while depression can strain relationships, understanding, communication, and mutual care can keep hope alive.

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