Struggling with depression and anxiety often feels like being trapped in a relentless tide, barely keeping your head above water. I'm Judy O'Neill, and I've navigated these stormy seas myself. Join me as we chart a course from the deceptive comfort of coping mechanisms—be it alcohol, food, or screens—to the liberating journey of recovery. Together, we unpack the seductive nature of numbing behaviors and the powerful potential of setting the intention to actually get better.

I explore practical strategies for nurturing both your present and future selves.  Discover how to establish routines that soothe the brain, create memories that last, and build connections that fill the soul. This episode offers you compassionate steps to embrace recovery and truly flourish. With these insights, you'll learn to honor yourself in the here and now, while paving a path toward a future where you do more than just cope—you thrive.