Coping with severe depression, strong ambition, and high intellect

Society tells us that smart, ambitious people can't be deeply depressed. My personal and professional experience proves this harmful myth couldn't be further from the truth.Living at the intersection of severe depression, high cognitive ability, and strong ambition creates a uniquely challenging experience. We oscillate between periods of incredible achievement and devastating lows, never quite fitting in with either our high-functioning or struggling peers.In this video, I show you how to break free from the exhausting cycle of chasing achievement as a path to happiness. I'll guide you through building an unshakeable foundation that can weather any storm your mind creates. Get my ⁠5-day guide to reclaiming your time and energy despite mental health struggles⁠. Get Practical tools for navigating life with depression and anxiety, delivered weekly⁠⁠⁠. ⁠3 Unique ways to work with me⁠ ⁠Dramatically improve your sleep in 2 steps⁠⁠ with my new Sleep Workbook. ⁠⁠⁠My book: For When Everything is Burning⁠⁠⁠ The caffeine-lite option for long-term boost in mood, cognition, motivation and stress management.Use Code SCOTT20 for 20% of your order. ⁠⁠⁠Connect with me on TikTok⁠ ⁠Connect on Instagram⁠⁠Disclaimer: This content is not intended to be a replacement for receiving treatment. It is purely educational in nature. My relationship with you is that of presenter and audience, not therapist and client.But I do care.

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There are people who understand depression and anxiety on a personal level and there are people who understand depression and anxiety on a medical level. There are relatively few people who understand both, and I’m one of them. As a clinical psychologist I have a doctorate degree and thousands of hours of professional experience providing treatment for mood and anxiety disorders. I also have 39 years of personal experience managing mood and anxiety disorders as I myself deal with these struggles. This podcast is my attempt to synthesize my personal knowledge with my professional knowledge.