Discuss with Depression - Reaching Out with @emotionalTalker2260

helloo everyone!

i am back with another super amazing interview! as some of us may know (and others may hopefully learn through this interview), reaching out is really important and can be extremely helpful when dealing with depression. the lovely @WarmLightXO has interviewed the incredible @emotionalTalker2260 on reaching out - let's see what talker has to say :)

Interviewer: WarmLightXO

Interviewee: emotionalTalker2260

Question 1: Hi hello friend, thanks for doing this interview! I have some questions for you about reaching out when you're dealing with depression. What do you think is the importance of honesty and open communication with depression?

The importance of being honest and using open communication is very helpful for recovering from depression, it may take a long time, but in the end, we all get through the day.

Question 2: When we're reaching out, it's vital to talk to people we trust, who won't be judgemental but will help us feel supported. What has your experience with this been like?

I have had judgemental people who assumed things, and honestly, that hurt me. But those who were non judgemental and kindhearted, always made my day.

Question 3: It can be super difficult to explain what you're experiencing with mental illness. Do you have any favorite metaphors or analogies to help people understand?

I actually don’t have any

Question 4: Many people don't reach out about depression out of fear that they'll be rejected, ignored, or mocked. When is depression "bad enough" to talk about it?

Depression doesn’t have to be ‘Bad’ to be spoken about. It’s okay to reach out no matter what the severity is. As Everyone Is Valid No Matter What <3

Question 5: Here on 7Cups, we have a large community of people dealing with depression. What are your views on having friends dealing with the same things as you?

It’s nice to know I have friends who struggle with depression, because when talking to them, they can relate and I can relate and understand where they are coming from or what they are saying.

Question 6: Having that support system can make such a huge difference. What depression support opportunities do you know of and recommend onsite?

I would love to yell out this: ATLSSSSSS (Adult Teen Listeners). But then again, I know many good teen listeners (shout out to the small teenies, miss ya’s) but I have also met many awesome adult listeners. The verified listeners are usually good but honestly, a consistent listener is good. ❤

Question 7: Thank you for taking the time to do this interview! For the last question, what kind words do you have for people struggling to reach out about their depression?

Don’t be afraid to reach out! People aren’t as scary as they seem. And there are Many people out there who just want to help. Those people aren’t biting your head off any time soon. And on another note: You Are Valid. Thanks for having me :)