Depression is a Weighted BlanketDepression is a Weighted Blanket
Never Say Can't
Nichole Francis shares her battle with depression, likening it to a suffocating blanket, and how fitness and support helped her find light.
13:04•10 Feb 2022
Lifting the Weight: Nichole Francis on Battling Depression
“For those of you guys who don't have depression, who've never experienced it, it's like a fucking weighted blanket that is just two times your body weight, and Some Days it's easier to lift up and Some Days you just have no fucking strength to.”
Imagine feeling like you're buried under a heavy blanket, struggling to breathe. That's how Nichole Francis describes her experience with depression in this compelling episode of 'Never Say Can't'. Nichole opens up about her personal journey, sharing the moments when she felt lost and didn't recognize herself. But this isn't just a story of struggle—it's one of triumph and finding light in the darkest of times.
She candidly discusses how fitness became a lifeline, helping her to lift the weight of depression bit by bit. Nichole emphasizes the importance of having a strong support system, illustrating how friends, family, and community can make all the difference when you're battling mental health challenges. Her narrative is raw and real, offering hope and practical advice for anyone facing similar struggles. Tune in to hear Nichole's story and find inspiration in her resilience and determination to overcome life's hurdles.
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