E12: I suffer from depression

Confession: I suffer from depression: major depressive disorder.  But because I am high-functioning and an extrovert, very few people in my life know this about me- even many close friends and family members.   I reflect on why my depression seems to hide in plain sight as well as explain some of my most troublesome symptoms of depression.  I also share more fun stories of Lane dancing through the years!

Included in this episode:

*Lane's first dance class and his hip-hop outfit and routine at the recital

*my diagnosis: major depressive disorder

*Dr Judith Joseph: high functioning depression

*my depression is not visible to most, but shows up in low energy and procrastination

*meds, therapy, reducing alcohol consumption, exercise, self-help books

*Dr Judith Joseph: the 5 Vs: validation, venting, values, vitals, and vision

*Lane dancing at a wedding in Vermont

*School of Breaking

*Lane's constant need for motion

 SHOW NOTES: 

Mel Robbins and Dr. Judith Joseph

The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins

High Functioning:  Overcome Your Hidden Depression and Reclaim Your Joy by Dr. Judith Joseph

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Thanks for listening, Beloveds. Please take care of yourselves; if you don’t do it, who will? Keep advocating for your child. And, most importantly, stay tenacious!

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Resources on suicide prevention:

Contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline if you are experiencing mental health-related distress or are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.

- Call or text 988
- Chat at 988lifeline.org

Connect with a trained crisis cou.