This is what depression feels like - ft. Arjun Gupta - The Odyssey

Описание: In this powerful episode, Arjun Gupta opens up about his personal battle with depression, shedding light on the complexities of living with a mental health condition that is often misunderstood. He shares how difficult it can be to make sense of the overwhelming feelings of sadness and isolation, and the challenges of helping others understand what he's going through. Join us in this heartfelt conversation that explores the importance of empathy, support, and understanding on the road to mental well-being.

Introduction (0:00)
When things start going bad (1:10)
What went wrong (3:15)
Emotional numbness and hopelessness (4:25)
Losing friends (8:05)
Cognitive effects (10:49)
Effects on physical health (12:50)
Realising that it’s depression (14:10)
Deciding to seek help (15:45)
On being misunderstood (18:07)
“I used to knowingly confuse my therapist” (20:45)
Important lessons learned through this journey (23:05)
A piece of advice to the listeners (25:00)