Therese Borchard

Therese Borchard

What if your battle with depression feels never-ending? In this episode of 'The One You Feed', Eric Zimmer sits down with Therese Borchard, the author of 'Beyond Blue' and 'The Pocket Therapist'. Therese shares her personal journey through the maze of treatment-resistant depression. She opens up about the relentless search for relief and how she's learned to blend traditional and alternative medicines to manage her mental health.

Together, they discuss why positive thinking often falls short during severe depression and the importance of connecting with others who truly understand your struggles. Therese also talks about the exhausting nature of pretending to be happy and the critical role of diet in mental health—though she admits it's not a cure-all. This conversation is a raw, honest look at the complexities of depression and the multifaceted approaches needed to tackle it.

Tune in to hear about finding your tribe, accepting life's messiness, and navigating the fine line between gratitude and despair.