Do the Damn Show
Do the Damn Show
Ep23 “The One about Meds and Depression”
Ep23 “The One about Meds and Depression”
Ep23 “The One about Meds and Depression”
Thursday 20th July 2023
Angela opens up about her journey with depression, anxiety, and ADHD, exploring faith, medication, and finding balance on 'Do The Damn Show'.
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Episode Overview
- Angela shares her journey with depression, anxiety, and ADHD since the age of 12, highlighting the lack of support and understanding at that time
- The conversation emphasizes the misconceptions surrounding faith and medication for mental health, stressing the importance of finding the right balance
- The impact of self-medication with alcohol and the transformative power of music in influencing emotional well-being are explored
- The episode creates a safe space for open and honest discussions about mental health, offering support, encouragement, and empathy
- The importance of seeking professional help and the journey to finding peace and healing are central themes throughout the episode
If it doesn't bring you peace and that, you can't produce peace in yourself. That's a god-given thing and something today I was making a decision about and I was explaining it to Farron, I was like, I just have peace about it. That's awesome.
Ever wondered what it’s like to wrestle with mental health issues while juggling faith, medication, and daily life? In this episode of 'Do The Damn Show', Farron sits down with Angela, who opens up about her ongoing battle with depression, anxiety, and ADHD. Angela shares her story with raw honesty, shedding light on the stigmas and challenges she faced when seeking help.
Starting from her early struggles at age 12, she talks about the lack of support and understanding she encountered, making her journey all the more poignant. Angela also tackles the misconceptions about faith and medication, emphasizing that it's okay to seek professional help while maintaining spiritual beliefs. She discusses how finding the right balance between faith, counseling, and medication has been crucial for her mental health.
The conversation doesn't shy away from tough topics like self-medication with alcohol and how it often complicates the healing process. Music also plays a significant role in Angela's life, serving as a therapeutic outlet that helps her navigate emotional ups and downs. Throughout the episode, Farron and his guests create a supportive environment, offering empathy and encouragement to those facing similar struggles.
If you're looking for an honest discussion about mental health that balances seriousness with hope, this episode is a must-listen.