Candace Schoner
Candace Schoner
The Suicide Note
The Suicide Note
The Suicide Note
Wednesday 18th January 2023
Lisa Wessner shares her battle with depression and her journey towards mental health advocacy on 'Speaking Candidly with Candace'.
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Get the buttons here!Lisa Wessner's Fight Against Depression: A Story of Strength and Advocacy
And my therapist has challenged me with the notion that maybe it's not that you're too much, maybe it's just you've been put in a container that's been too small your whole life.
Ever wondered how someone can find the will to keep going despite battling deep depression? In this heartfelt episode of 'Speaking Candidly with Candace', host Candace Schoner sits down with Lisa Wessner, a mental health advocate and play producer, to explore her journey through the dark valleys of depression. Diagnosed while in graduate school, Lisa opens up about her ongoing struggle and the therapeutic outlets that have helped her, like swimming—until a shoulder injury triggered her first major depressive episode.
Lisa candidly shares how past traumas compounded her struggles, leading to moments where she felt utterly shut down. She describes her depression as a constant static in her brain, a sensation that many might find all too familiar. Despite growing up in a family that wasn't very affectionate or connected, Lisa found ways to vocalize her mental health battles, especially at work, hoping to inspire others to seek the help they need.
One of the most touching parts of the conversation is when Lisa talks about her therapist's advice: maybe she's not too much, but rather she's been put in a container that's too small for her whole life. This powerful metaphor speaks volumes about how many people feel when grappling with mental health issues.
Balancing her career as a microbiologist and molecular expert with her passion for mental health advocacy, Lisa also discusses her involvement in creating a homegrown play focused on mental health. She aims to provide a resource for those in her community who might not have easy access to mental health services. If you're searching for an honest and raw discussion about mental health, this episode is a must-listen.
Lisa's story is a beacon of hope and a reminder that seeking help can truly make a difference.