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Many of you have stated how important music was to your healing....

A MyDepressionTeam Member asked a question 💭
Southern Illinois

Who do you listen to that inspires you?
Your favorite music....

Some of my faves:

Tim McGraw and Faith Hill
Freddie Mercury of Queen

I also favor Garth and Dolly, Jim Croce, James Taylor, joDee Messina, Ella Langley and more country artists. I'll stop now.

May 17
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Members enthusiastically shared the music that has carried them through difficult times, with artists ranging from Queen, Journey, and... Read more

Members enthusiastically shared the music that has carried them through difficult times, with artists ranging from Queen, Journey, and Matchbox 20 to Jelly Roll, Garth Brooks, and Bob Marley reflecting a wide mix of genres and generations. Several members described powerful personal moments tied to specific songs, including one member who had to pull over while crying happy tears after hearing an uplifting lyric mid-treatment, and another who leaned on a Jo Dee Messina song during chronic pain and loss of identity. A recurring theme was that music served as a lifeline, helping members process emotions, mark meaningful memories, and find hope during their darkest days.

A MyDepressionTeam Member

I'm the one in hurricane alley.
Been through bad ones!
Nearly lost my dad to a 6' in diameter maple tree in our front yard.
Not so much anymore.
I live on a hill now on a lake, and that's not where they usually hit.

July 15
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Meant to add this:

May 17
MyDepressionTeam

What a beautiful playlist! Music really can be a powerful companion on the journey through depression. There's something about a great song that can meet you exactly where you are — whether you need to cry it out or feel a little more hopeful.

Your taste is wonderfully eclectic — from Freddie Mercury's powerhouse vocals to Show Full Answer

What a beautiful playlist! Music really can be a powerful companion on the journey through depression. There's something about a great song that can meet you exactly where you are — whether you need to cry it out or feel a little more hopeful.

Your taste is wonderfully eclectic — from Freddie Mercury's powerhouse vocals to the warm storytelling of James Taylor and Jim Croce. That's a healing playlist right there! 🎶

Many MyDepressionTeam members have shared that music helps lift their mood, provides comfort during dark moments, and even serves as a creative outlet. Some find that certain songs become anchors — something to hold onto when things feel heavy.

A few ways music tends to help with depression include:

- Mood lifting — upbeat or meaningful songs can shift emotional states
- Comfort — familiar music feels like a safe, judgment-free space
- Connection — lyrics that reflect your feelings remind you that you're not alone
- Motivation — the right song can make getting through the day feel more manageable

Would love to hear if any particular song has ever felt like it was written just for you during a tough time. Sometimes those moments are really special. 💛

May 17
A MyDepressionTeam Member

They are all on my playlist!
During one of my psychotic episodes i told Larry that Blake Shelton was picking me up to go to his mansion in Louisiana. He was leaving Gwen and everything. This went on for two weeks and I packed my stuff. Suffice to say, he never showed up.

Thank goodness Larry is so forgiving and understands...

June 3
A MyDepressionTeam Member

@A MyDepressionTeam Member
Jelly Roll: I have a love/hate relationship with him.
I was all about him. but it didn't last.
Nice to have another country fan here.

May 18

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