Reframe Depression

Depression is not a choice, but how we talk about it is

As a doctor who studies, treats, & experienced depression - I have learned that the way we talk about depression has a profound impact on our ability to heal. When we say phrases such as, “my depression” it gives power to depression and can make it a part of you. But it’s not a part of you. Depression is not a part of you! You may be experiencing it, but it does not represent you, & it is not permanent. Keep going, I’m so proud of you🤜🏼🤛🏽—#doctor #depression #mentalhealth #psychiatry #depressionhelp #psychiatrist #mentalhealthawareness

[JakeGoodmanMD]

Depression is not a choice, but how we talk about it is.

As a doctor who studies, treats, & experienced depression - I have learned that the way we talk about depression has a profound impact on our ability to heal. When we say phrases such as, “my depression” it gives power to depression and can make it a part of you. But it’s not a part of you. Depression is not a part of you! You may be experiencing it, but it does not represent you, & it is not permanent. Keep going, I’m so proud of you
🤜🏼🤛🏽

[rafiahmad]

Thank you so much Dr. Goodman for not being afraid to openly talk and educate about topics like this. Your work is brilliant!

[AlonewithAnkit]

I started practicing gratitude and it helped. I started reading about people who faced extreme situations in their life. I watched about Dennis Hope, and women with neurfibromatosis. I realised how lucky I am. If they can brave it, I found I can also. Exercise was the second thing that helped me. I forced myself to do it. I wasted 8 years in depression. Did nothing. No work, no education.

[donnaparte]

Thank u so much for your braveness u got no clue how many people ur helping. Stay safe, strong and healthy everything what money can’t buy us xox

[valerielara]

Isaiah 41:10

“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” The Good News: Dealing with depression can be scary. But this verse reminds you that with God on your side, there's nothing to fear.

[zolli]

Keep talking! The more you speak about what's inside, the more opportunities you have to hear others talk abput ways to overcome and validate your feelings while encouraging you to try other things. You Are Enough! God bless you and all that struggle daily.

[lisamurry]

Never give up. We all have the divine within us.

[rosyidarahma]

Thank you for making this video, I've been feeling bad for a while, watching it made me realize

[richardpinfold]

I have depression but I bet you an push through it if no one accepts you the way you are ignore them cause clearly you don't want that in your life ❤❤I'm here for you❤❤

[mackymatutino]

I hope that you keep on fighting! Always remember those people that makes you happy and prople who loves you! We love you 😊

[dreamsicleblues]

Doctor, you cant heal yourself. I pray you dont isolate and that you find a solid support system. Know that this might take awhile but you are right; it's not permanent. I pray better days for you.

[MrsMarie-xsvk]

Im the top one all the time. There are good days and bad. I'm either really happy or really sad.

[francescazares]

Amen thank you jesus. Me too.i
In recovery as we speak. But there is a light and a will God bless you❤

[rebeccadante]

That helpd me too beacse all i had to do is forget and get active an i started doing sport and now im good

[kayg]

Have you looked into the benefits of 5htp for a limited time? I've taken it at night and it helped. Also, praising and Worshipping God through the heaviness has been the most helpful.

[moonicirta]

We must compare our life with people who live in pauverty and who they are in war and have not food

[MSuyay]

Easy to say. Also I don't have a nice place to go running or a garden. I'm pretty sure I would be a lot less depressed if I had more nature around.

[pcorp]

Dr. Goodman, what is the best way to taper if one has taken ssri for just 3months? Thanks.

[Frozen_pawz]

Hey uh- Dr Goodman how do I tell my mum that I have depression?..

[lilmama]

Im strugglin now, alone & barely holdin on..