I Didn't Know I Was Depressed Until Someone Told Me

I never thought I was depressed. In fact, when someone suggested it, I actually laughed. I've spoken to friends and family about what happened, but this is the first time I've sat alone in front of a camera and talked openly about it. Saying it out loud like this feels very different. In this video, I'm sharing something quite personal: how I went from thinking I was just stressed to being told I was suffering from severe depression. I talk about the signs I hadn't recognised, the conversation with Talking Therapies that changed my understanding of what was happening, and the strict six-week therapy course that followed. I also share what I've learned about myself, how things have changed since completing therapy and why I think it's important to talk openly about mental health. I'm not a mental health professional, and this isn't advice. It's simply my own experience, told in the hope that someone watching might recognise something in themselves or feel encouraged to seek support. I didn't know I needed help until I received it. Thanks for watching, and welcome to Life Begins at 40ish. If you're struggling with your mental health, you can find support through your GP or NHS Talking Therapies. https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/ #MentalHealth #DepressionAwareness #TalkingTherapies #LifeBeginsAt40ish #MensMentalHealth