Hart to Harts
Hart to Harts
What do you hide about yourself?
What do you hide about yourself?
What do you hide about yourself?
Tuesday 1st September 2020
Mark shares his hidden struggle with low-grade depression on 'Hart to Harts', highlighting the importance of seeking help and breaking the stigma.
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Get the buttons here!Mark's Hidden Struggle: Facing Low-Grade Depression
The part of myself that I keep hidden from basically everyone, almost everyone, is my mental health issues or issue, and that is depression.
Ever wondered what it’s like to live with a secret? Mark knows all too well. In this heartfelt episode of 'Hart to Harts', he opens up about his long-hidden battle with low-grade depression, also known as dysthymia. Growing up in an era where mental health wasn’t a dinner table topic, Mark kept his struggles under wraps, fearing judgment and misunderstanding.
It wasn’t until his late twenties that he finally sought help and received a diagnosis that explained years of emotional turbulence. Mark takes listeners on a journey through his daily life, especially during the isolating times of lockdown, sharing the highs and lows that come with managing his condition. His candidness serves as a powerful reminder that mental health issues are nothing to be ashamed of, and seeking help is a courageous step.
This episode is a beacon for anyone feeling alone in their mental health journey, offering solidarity and hope through Mark’s story.