Episode 19: Unpacking Depression Project with Susan Parkinson

Demon slayer and survivor is the first thing that comes to mind when I look back at where I was and where I am today. I was able to slay the demons that almost took me to a permanent dark hole. But here I am 20 plus years later able to talk about it and share my story so others know they are not only not alone, but they too can come out from the darkness that is threatening their very existence. Although over the years it has gotten easier to talk about it, the embarrassment and stigma continue. Instead of tapping into the stigma I have chosen to look at my depression as another layer of who I am and without it I would not be who I am today. I continue to slay my demons, for me they never truly go away. I know they are always lurking, so I can never let my sword down.