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A story can change the world (with Elizabeth Cox)

Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg

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Unraveling Depression: A Nuanced Approach

This chapter explores a controversial theory suggesting that depression arises from feelings of worthlessness and a lack of productivity, using the analogy of being trapped in a cave. It emphasizes the relationship between depression and anxiety, as well as the complexities of treatment, while advocating for confronting difficult emotions rather than suppressing them. The chapter also dispels misconceptions about the effects of addressing depression on creativity, stressing the importance of functionality in the healing process.

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