We hear a lot more about mental health these days and that it’s an issue for many people. But how do you know when things like sadness or tiredness or lack of motivation has deepened into something like depression? Hear Rosemary share her story of living with depression and the hope she has found.
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Key takeaways from this episode
Depression can run deep and start early.
For Rosemary, depression was shaped by both family history and personal wiring—making her more prone to sadness and hopelessness from a young age.Major life events can trigger deep emotional paralysis.
Miscarriages, a friend’s suicide, and the end of her marriage left Rosemary struggling to function—feeling blank, ashamed, and unable to take the next step.Getting professional help was a turning point.
Though resistant at first, Rosemary’s experience with a kind, respectful psychiatrist helped her feel normal, heard, and supported—opening the door to healing.Daily habits and structure make a difference.
Rosemary manages her depression with practical strategies: consistent routines, healthy meals, exercise, and maintaining connections—even when it’s hard.Faith doesn’t always feel joyful, but it’s sustaining.
Rosemary wrestles honestly with God, finding comfort in the raw, honest Psalms. Even when she doesn’t feel loved, she trusts she is—because of who God is.Friendships are life-giving and grounding.
Being around others helps Rosemary feel less isolated. Honest, mutual relationships remind her she’s not a burden—and that the dark days will pass.
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Depression affects people from all ages, races, economic groups and genders. It can result from a specific event or a chemical imbalance in the nervous system. The causes are numerous but understanding the cause/s of depression should be considered before it can be managed.
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