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Depression Quote by Ginger Zee

“Depression, for me, has been a couple of different things - but the first time I felt it, I felt helpless, hopeless, and things I had never felt before. I lost myself and my will to live.” quote by Ginger Zee
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“Depression, for me, has been a couple of different things - but the first time I felt it, I felt helpless, hopeless, and things I had never felt before. I lost myself and my will to live.”

Ginger Zee

About This Quote

Source Interview: The New York Times, 2021

Depression can feel like a loss of self, overwhelming helplessness and hopelessness.

In simple terms: Depression robs identity and hope.

Key Takeaway

Seek support and reclaim agency.

Themes

mental health hopelessness identity

Mood

somber empathetic

Type

personal psychological

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • support groups
  • personal journaling

Key Concepts

psychology emotional trauma

Questions to Reflect On

  • What restores your sense of self?
  • How to combat hopelessness?
A Different Perspective

Recovery is possible but requires effort and support.

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