Suicide Prevention and Awareness

01/29/2026

01/27/2026

Have you ever stared at a pile of laundry or an unmade bed and felt physically unable to deal with it, even though you know it would only take 5 minutes?

You’re not lazy. You might be facing "The Impossible Task."

On this week's episode of Giving Voice to Depression (listen here: https://recovery.com/podcasts/giving-voice-to-depression ) we about this very real, very frustrating symptom of depression. And we talk about the shame that comes with it, and why asking a friend to just "be there" while you do it can change everything.

What is your "Impossible Task" right now? Let us know in the comments—you aren't alone. ❤️

01/20/2026

Depression doesn’t just affect your mind — it affects your entire body.

In today’s episode of Giving Voice to Depression, Terry McGuire sits down with New York Times bestselling author and Emmy Award-winning wellness expert Darin Olien (co-star of Netflix’s Down to Earth with Zac Efron) to explore how nutrition, sleep, stress, and trauma all shape the way depression shows up in our lives.

Darin shares personal stories, practical insights, and a powerful reminder: healing doesn’t have to start with knowing how you’ll get better — just with the willingness to begin.

Listen now at recovery.com/podcasts/giving-voice-to-depression/

01/20/2026

01/13/2026

Some days, “making it to tomorrow” feels like everything.

In our newest Giving Voice to Depression episode, Andre Henry shares how his song by that very name — and his safety tools — help him survive the darkest moments.

🎧 Listen now at recovery.com/podcasts/giving-voice-to-depression and find strength in Andre’s powerful reminder: “You have already outlived every bad day.”

This conversation is honest, hopeful, and deeply human. As Andre says: “You are not broken. Something in you may simply need attention — and care.”

Andre Henry Recovery.com

01/06/2026

"Sometimes I feel suicidal, but I know I don't want to die."
Those two feelings can exist at the exact same time, but they are so hard to explain to people who haven't been there. https://recovery.com/podcasts/giving-voice-to-depression/

Today, we’re joined by author and musician Andre Henry. He shares the story behind his song "Make It To Tomorrow," written while he was pacing his apartment, fighting to stay. If you’ve ever felt "existentially stuck," this episode is for you.

Recovery.com

12/30/2025

🎧 Listen to the New Year's edition of Giving Voice to Depression at recovery.com/podcasts/giving-voice-to-depression/

New Year’s resolutions fail because they start from a place of "I hate this about myself." And none of us needs more of those thoughts!

This year, let's try something different. Let's resolve to prioritize our mental health. Whether it’s journaling, finally booking that therapy appointment, or just cleaning out a drawer to feel a sense of control—small, tangible steps matter.

Join us as we discuss real-world strategies for managing depression and anxiety.

12/27/2025

12/25/2025

As the holiday season unfolds, it's natural to experience a wide range of emotions, from joy and connection to loneliness and stress; however,
it's crucial to remember that support is always within reach, and the 988 Lifeline is available 24/7 for calls, texts, or chats with caring professionals.

12/24/2025

Before you label yourself as somebody who has social anxiety - especially with all the holiday parties around this time of year - just take a minute and ask yourself these questions:

Is that reluctance to go out just a sign that you prefer to be home?

Does the nervousness just mean that you’re more interested in deeper connections, not a big party?

Is the uneasiness about seeing people from your past just a recognition of how much you’ve grown?

It may surprise you to know that I’m someone who feels all of this.

I know, I know… It’s hard to believe because I’m so extroverted online and in my work, but in life I’m really a homebody at heart.

Whenever my husband Chris and I pull up to a gathering, I feel both excited to see people I like, but also a weird feeling in my stomach about small talk with people I don’t know as well.

It took me a really long time to embrace the fact that there’s nothing wrong with me.

I just can’t stand small talk. And I don’t care for big groups. I prefer deep conversations with a handful of people.

Don’t get me wrong, every once in a while we all need a massive blowout of a party, but not the conversations about the weather 😉

So stay true to you, and leave early if you want.