Everybody feels depressed from time to time. It’s nothing to be ashamed of. It’s also nothing to be taken lightly. Sometimes, extreme depression needs the help of professionals who are trained to deal with it.
Depression brings a deep, deep darkness into our lives when we experience it. It’s easy to get trapped by depression into thinking there’s no way out. But that’s a lie. It is possible to find light in the darkness and follow it out.
Note: If you are struggling with extreme depression, please seek out the help of a professional. You deserve more out of life, and they can help you attain it.
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Timestamps
00:12 - Introduction to the podcast theme
01:18 - A candle burning in darkness
02:38 - Depression statistics
03:24 - Disclaimer: Seek professional help for extreme depression
03:50 - Some Causes of depression
04:44 - Feeling depressed
05:01 - Biblical story: Jairus and his dying daughter (Gospel of Mark)
05:55 - Jesus' response to the seemingly dead girl
06:28 - Interpreting the call to arise
07:39 - Practical exercise for dealing with depression
08:55 - Encouragement to carry hope throughout the day
09:16 - Closing thought
09:32 - Conclusion and farewell
Arise, Child