Welcome!
I’m so happy to have you here! This 'Depression Care' series is born from years of walking alongside individuals navigating the profound weight of low mood, sadness, and depression. The voice of depression can often feel stormy, cold, and all-consuming, making it hard to see beyond the clouds. To gently balance and even counter that experience, we need consistent and accessible sources of positive, hope-filled content. I hope that this series provides exactly that for you. You are not alone, and there is a path towards finding more ease and light in your day.
This information is shared as a supportive resource to aid you in your day-to-day life, offering strategies for symptom reduction. However, it is not intended as an alternative to professional therapy, which can help to uncover the roots of why depression may be present in the first place.
I’m so happy to have you here! This 'Depression Care' series is born from years of walking alongside individuals navigating the profound weight of low mood, sadness, and depression. The voice of depression can often feel stormy, cold, and all-consuming, making it hard to see beyond the clouds. To gently balance and even counter that experience, we need consistent and accessible sources of positive, hope-filled content. I hope that this series provides exactly that for you. You are not alone, and there is a path towards finding more ease and light in your day.
This information is shared as a supportive resource to aid you in your day-to-day life, offering strategies for symptom reduction. However, it is not intended as an alternative to professional therapy, which can help to uncover the roots of why depression may be present in the first place.
Lesson 1: The Rain Gear Analogy for Depression Symptoms(Introduction) |
Lesson 2: Why Seeking Help is an Umbrella for Depression Symptoms(Seeking Help & Talking About Depression) |
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In this video, we explore the concept of depression through a weather analogy, emphasizing the importance of "gearing up to stay dry". The four main categories of resiliency and symptom reduction are presented, including an anchor into self-compassion as we begin our learning.
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This lesson focuses on the importance of seeking help as a crucial part of managing and reducing depression symptoms. Using the weather analogy, the umbrella represents seeking support, whether through counselling, medication, or other means. I'll share why this practice is most helpful when sustained regularly, and the five key elements to maintaining effective self-care. Seeking help and talking about depression isn't easy - thank you so much for listening and for being here.
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Lesson 3: The Link Between The Body & Deprssion(Restorative Behaviours) |
Lesson 4: Mindful Practices For Managing Negative Thoughts(Thoughts) |
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In this lesson, we'll explore how depression impacts the body, mind, and behaviour, and why it's so challenging to break free from its grip. We'll dive into the concept of body memory, spontaneous negative thoughts, and how our daily actions can help us heal. Discover practical activities that can boost your serotonin levels and improve your mood over time.
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In this lesson, we explore how our thoughts affect our mood and well-being, continuing our discussion of the depression weather analogy. You'll learn a simple and effective strategy to become more mindful of your thoughts, one that you can use to notice and shift out of negative or self-downing patterns.
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Lesson 5: Finding Joy & Connection in Depression Recovery(Connection, Gratitude, Living Your Values) |
Lesson 6: Building a Daily Routine For Long-Term Depression Recovery(Summary & Next Steps) |
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In this lesson, we delve into how the sun can break through the storm clouds of depression. I'll share about the role of love and connection, the transformative power of moments of awe, and the deep fulfillment that comes from living in alignment with our values. Tune in to hear how these strategies can help illuminate your path and bring a sense of purpose and resilience.
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This lesson ties together all the components of the rain gear that we have been talking about, offering a reminder that each item of our gear is necessary for maintaining wellness and reducing symptoms. Thank you for the time you took to watch, and the commitment and care you are extending to self by doing so.
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Understanding Depression as SymptomsIn this video, I aim to validate and normalize the experience of depression by reframing its difficult manifestations—like negative self-talk, guilt, and fatigue—as symptoms rather than personal flaws or inherent parts of one's identity. I'll talk about the powerful role of language, highlighting how phrases like "my depression" can inadvertently diminish a sense of agency. My intent is to offer practical, compassionate strategies to help individuals manage depression symptoms and understand that they are capable of navigating their experience without being defined by it.
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Why Self-Compassion Can Be So HardIn this video, I'll explore with you why self-compassion can feel uncomfortable, awkward, or even unsafe — discussing this challenge as learned survival responses rather than personal shortcomings. I’ll share 6 common reasons this challenge arises, and offer some simple strategies to help you begin shifting your relationship with yourself, so that kindness feels less foreign and more accessible over time. By understanding the “why” behind your challenge with self-compassion, I hope you can start to approach it more as a skill you can learn. Thank you for being here!
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When Depression Leaves You Feeling Numb (And 4 Simple Ways to Shift Out of Shutdown)Depression can sometimes bring on a sense of numbness — like life is muted and distant. In this video, we’ll look at why this happens, and I’ll share four small, doable practices to help you shift out of shutdown and back into the present moment. These small steps may feel simple, but over time they can support your nervous system, lift mood, and make it easier to reconnect with yourself and the world around you.
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