Depression Talks Podcast

There is still such a huge stigma behind a man crying or being "too emotional". This leads to the majority of men not knowing how to understand their own emotions or the emotions of the people around them. As an emotional and empathetic man, I find it sad to see other men being called "weak" or "too feminine" for expressing how they feel. I know I may be seen as weak or unorthodox for speaking upon this unpopular opinion, but I stand by it firmly. As a human being, you are allowed to express ALL emotions there are. Simple as that. If you want to join a group that openly talks about mental health, self-esteem, and even sadness without the emotional social norms, join the private DT Nation Facebook group. Go to Facebook and type in, "DT Nation" to find the group. You are not alone. 

The pressure to feel like you have to be happy in life is real. In short words, you don't always have to feel happy in every single moment and second. There are times where we will feel down. That's okay. But, it's during those moments you have to dig deep and the real work begins. Do you journal when you're feeling low? Or go for a walk? These small changes add up and make a big difference over time. I really open up in this episode, and I hope that it shows you that you are not alone when it comes to this thing called life. We got this! If you would like to join the private DT Nation Facebook group and share some of your mental breakthroughs, art, music, or tips, go to Facebook and type in "DT Nation". Keep pushing forward!

The title of this episode says it all! I believe there is a perception the world has of people who deal with having a mental illness. For me, that's a problem! Please know you are not weak for having a mental illness, going to therapy, seeing a psychiatrist, etc. You are learning how to better manage and take care of your mental health one day at a time. That doesn't make you weak. That makes you a 'Mental Health Warrior', someone choosing to continue to fight their own mental battles despite their mental obstacles. That's not weak, that's inspiring. Keep pushing forward. Keep breaking those mental barriers. You got this. If you would like to join the private 'DT Nation Facebook Group' to join other people that openly talk about their mental health and how they continue to push through, go to Facebook and type in, "DT Nation". 

"I can be happy too! Happiness is not a destination. It's a moment in time, a mindset, and something we always strive to hold onto." These are words I share at the end of this episode, and I stand firm by them. I want you to know that happiness in life is possible, and the only thing it takes is hard work. That sounds oversimplified, but it's not. Happiness in life does not come by accident, it happens on purpose. I'm rooting for you. Depression and anxiety DOES NOT have to hold you back from living your best life right now. If you would like to join the private DT Nation Facebook group, go to Facebook and type in "DT Nation" to join an awesome loving group of people that openly talk about mental health. 

Learning how to love yourself is essential in life. I truly believe that. I couldn't say that 2 months ago when I recorded my last episode. DT Nation, please know that you are not alone. When it comes to dealing with depression, anxiety, sadness, hopelessness, and even loneliness, you are NOT alone. I am rooting for you. I mean that. It's a daily fight to learn how to better manage your physical health, mental health, emotional health, and spiritual health. It can even feel exhausting. But I promise you the fight is worth it. Keep pushing forward. You got this DT Nation! 

It was painful for me to shoot this episode. It physically hurt. 

Right now I am feeling depressed. I haven't been able to record an episode in a longer period of time than I would like because of it. It's hard to formulate concepts, and thoughts, or even share how I'm feeling because I'd just rather not talk and bottle things up. 

Listen, to me, this sounds backward, but please let me know if it's not.
*Is it weird for me to feel depressed because I want to help more people?"* Isn't that lame or not that big of a deal? Am I just overthinking? I don't know... 

I am going to keep pushing forward one moment at a time. I know I will get through this. I won't quit and I will keep going. "It's better to crawl forward than it is to lay down." - Immanuel

In short, be yourself. No one else can tell you how you "have" to live your life, or who you "have" to be. This is your life, not theirs. In this episode, I open up about my belief in the power of walking your own path to better understand yourself. When you start to choose who you want to be in this life, your self-esteem begins to grow. You start to become more confident in who you are and who you want to be.  Going into 2021, my hope is you start truly living your life. Not living in fear of how other people want you to live your life, but by living in excitement about the path you are choosing. I'm rooting for you. 

If you found this podcast episode helpful and would like to support by donating, go to https://www.patreon.com/mentalhealthwarriors

It takes strength to keep pushing forward in life, and this group represents the belief in staying mentally strong, one day at a time.

 

Oh snap! This is a controversial one. I believe it's important to talk about mental health in our relationships with friends, romantic partners, and family. 

This year has shown me the importance of prioritizing your own mental health by surrounding it with the right people. Your relationships very much affect your day-to-day mental health (depression, anxiety, self-esteem, happiness, self-awareness, etc.). It's important to trust you are surrounding yourself with the right people to positively impact your own mental health. In this episode, I share my perspectives on how our relationships have a heavy impact on our mental health, and what we should do about it. 

If you found this podcast episode helpful and would like to support by donating, go to https://www.patreon.com/mentalhealthwarriors

It takes strength to keep pushing forward in life, and this group represents the belief in staying mentally strong, one day at a time.