I have been depressed for 3ys now and this is a good podcast

I have been really depressed lately idk why but it started out not to long ago I was hanging out with my friend Abby because she’s also been upset cus her friends are leaving her becuse her ex best friend Jacob almost died becuse of his alergize he was eating this brownie he didint no it had nuts in it and he’s allergic to it he said she was laughing now I was really angered when I herd thsi I still am anyways I went to hang out with her and she was telling me all these lies and blaming it all on him she didn’t t want me to be friends with Jacob anymore later on I was forced to say goodbye to these friends of mine I was getting more and more depressed and anxiety kicked in Jacob and are other bestie dry I was really hurt that I had to leave them then I had to get surgery again on my ear and that night that verry night I couldn't sleep it was driving me crazy becuse then I started getting these thoughts saying they didint care Abby was right later on I got the guts to put there numbers back in idc what would happen I can’t just feel like that and my gut was telling me bad things Abby started being quite rude mean I’m still depressed becuse it feels like there starting to let go of me Evan though I jsut got them back ☠️☠️ 😭😭 I’ve been saying I wanna die but there’s no heaven without them the only thing keeping me out of the grave is them I care abou them so much and turns out they do care about me my mind was telling me things that aren’t true Jacob And dry if ur reading this I want u to know that if we ever get split up again or if sonthing happend I want u to know that I care about u and u both are the only thing worth living for becuse I love u both -Ava

I have thought about killing myself. That no one would understand, but it’s nice to hear that other people go through the same stuff.

I’ve been depressed, isolating myself and have given up almost everything. But listening to your stories made me realize that I’m not the only one feeling this way. Thank you..

I appreciate your honesty and insight. I have a loved one that is struggling with depression, and this helps me understand them so much better. I am concerned for you as well and wish you would post again.

Crying cause I relate to this so much… scared that you haven’t posted :( I hope things are well

i just started this podcast and i toatly realate

I just discovered this podcast and it is like therapy. I wish I had found it sooner. I hope the host is ok and will continue with the podcast. Please- it is so helpful. I have never heard anyone speak about depression with such clarity and honesty. Please come back.

I don’t know if you read these reviews anymore, but please know that your honesty and willingness to confront painful realities of this illness has helped many people, including me. It’s rare to find a host willing to be as open as you, and it often felt like you were speaking my thoughts. Thank you and I hope you’ve found some peace and happiness :)

I would LOVE to collaborate with you for the Ready To Rise Podcast!!!! Dm me at @helloaudreyrose !!!

I found an episode right when I needed it. It resonated strongly- which helped me realize I’m Not alone.

I just found this podcast and I was so humbled by your honesty & vulnerability sharing your experiences with depression and chronic pain. Your life is precious!! You have a wife and child who need you in this world- you do make a difference and are not a burden. I know when you are in the thick of depression it feels that way but DEPRESSION LIES!!! keep chasing those things that bring you joy like soccer. Please seek professional help if you are feeling suicidal. I hope you are doing well, we would love to hear more from you. You have a community of people here that understand depression and chronic pain. You are not alone.

I listened to one of your episodes & out of nowhere I starting sobbing. It made me feel like I was talking to myself. I felt seen for once. You’ve def gained a new listener, Thank You :D

I needed to know I'm not the only one.

I’ve found some solace in your genuine words.

Excellent and looking forward to hearing how you are doing? Hang in their. Easier said than done. Keep your chin up!

I just discovered this podcast yesterday, and it was so reaffirming to hear someone who has similar thoughts and patterns to mine. Wherever you are Mr. Guy, I hope you are well.

Just came across this Podcast And someone that I know, is going through the same exact thing. But now after listening to this, where is this Guy (the Narrator) been at?? Hopefully he found Peace In a Good way. Can’t seem to figure out who he really is to see him on his TWEETER or IG Acct Hope all is well

I always enjoy listening to this podcast to help me reflect and unwind my on thoughts any time of day. I appreciate the vulnerability and authenticity conveyed in each episode.

This definitely helped me feel less guilty about my depression because he describes what I feel perfectly. I don’t feel so alone, and it’s really brave of him to share this so people like us don’t feel as alone.

I love the honesty. It’s raw. I can feel the hardship in the narrators voice and it’s comforting... because I feel that same pain as well. This podcast makes me feel like I’m not alone in this and I hope he releases more episodes.

I hope he’s ok..he has not posted in over a year but he really has something here

I just found this podcast yesterday. I listened to Episode 3 this morning titled “isolation”. It spoke to the exact trajectory of my life and was very profound. I have very few good friends and have felt rejected by most of my family my entire life. It is nice to know I am not the only one feeling this way. I noticed that there hasn’t been a podcast in the last year. Please please please bring this back and keep talking. I appreciate it more than you know.

I like this raw to the heart dialogue. You are so to the point. I hope you continue.

this is a podcast i non stop keep going back to. i’ve probably listened to this more times than i can count on my hands lol. when i’m really going through it these help me so much. makes my struggles feel normal. i wish there were more episodes:(

I have had trouble with this for about 11 years now. I’ve been on different meds through the years and have seen therapists. They never seemed to help. Listening to this has opened up my mind and my heart. I feel everything he feels (minus the chronic pain) and it is so comforting knowing I’m not alone. He talks about things no one has ever understood when I’ve tried to explain. This podcast has saved my life. Thank you.

I like the honesty of the narrator. It makes me feel not so alone here.

First time listener here, and the narrator voices what I struggle with on a daily basis. Even when things are tracking better, depression doesn’t ever go away and inevitably takes center stage in my life. I’ve dealt with this illness for 20 years (38 years old right now), and I’m high functioning so it’s easier to miss among acquaintances and colleagues. Battling this illness is exhausting. I can hear that same exhaustion and resignation in the narrator’s voice. I wish I could just get over it but I simply cannot. I’m relieved to have found this podcast because here’s a person who gets it and is honest and courageous enough to share in his journey as it happens. To those of you who listen in and may read my review, I hope you hang in there, show yourself compassion and grace, and get the support system you need to manage this illness...and know you are not truly alone despite what this illness says. I need to re-read my own message, too, because yeah, depression is a heavy burden to bear.

I suffer from crippling depression like you speak about and I also suffer from multiple chronic illnesses. I have consistent, internal inflammation as well. My digestive system is the cause. I’ve never listened to anyone who so accurately describes these emotions. I am also mid twenties and so it was and has continued to be a major discouraging thing to accept lifelong pain both physically and mentally.

This story needs to be heard. As an adult that struggles with chronic depression, the narrator’s story puts into words what I myself along with so many others have difficultly describing when it comes to the obstacles of daily life and the resulting mindset. It is refreshing to be reminded that I am not alone. Thank you for being real, and for not “sugar coating” your experience. You are making an impact.

This podcast is wonderful and I thank you so much for making it. I’m experiencing a lot of the same things as you and it’s nice to see there are others out there that understand what I’m going through.

This podcast is so honest and truly amazing. I really appreciate that the narrator is open about his struggle. The format of this podcast creates way for thought-provoking conversation with me and my colleagues. I’m so appreciative that someone was brave enough to create this as a medium to cope and advocate for help.

Raw, open, and eye opening. The narrator does a great job being transparent with his struggles with anxiety and depression. You don’t hear this enough, since this is such a taboo topic. Thank you, narrator for being vulnerable about your struggles.

The narrator talks about his struggles with depression and anxiety, Also goes into great detail about what that looks like for his friends and family. Give it a listen!