"Anything Can Happen": How The Tors Turned Depression Into a Global Mental Health Anthem

Can sharing your darkest struggles create light for others?

In this heartfelt episode, Matt Weeden of The Tors Band continues the conversation about the band’s viral hit “Anything Can Happen.” Written during his own battle with depression and anxiety, the song has resonated with millions worldwide, turning raw honesty into connection, hope, and healing.

Matt opens up about the slow steps of recovery—sleeping through the night, opening the curtains to let in light, walking his dogs, and starting therapy. He reflects on how being authentic and vulnerable not only helped him heal but also sparked a global community of listeners who felt less alone.

This episode explores the power of music to reduce stigma, inspire hope, and connect people who might otherwise suffer in silence.

The Tors website: tors.band

Primary Topics Covered:

• The unexpected viral success of “Anything Can Happen”
• How sharing personal struggles with depression created global resonance
• The importance of authenticity and vulnerability in healing
• Small but powerful steps in recovery: sleep, light, routine, therapy
• The metaphor of opening curtains—literal and emotional
• Why recovery is slow but lasting change matters more than quick fixes
• The universal power of music as a tool for mental health
• A reminder that progress is possible, even if it’s slow

Timestamps:

00:11 Introduction to the episode
 01:09 The power of vulnerable sharing in mental health
 01:38 Recap of The Tors’ viral song “Anything Can Happen”
03:08 The overwhelming response from fans around the world
04:49 The importance of authenticity in music and recovery
06:59 Lyrics and reflections on slow healing: “I think I’m getting better…”
08:29 The significance of opening curtains and hearing birds sing
09:52 Why recovery takes time and the myth of quick fixes
12:03 Small steps: routine, dogs, podcasts, and therapy
13:23 Therapy insights and revisiting childhood experiences
14:21 Matt’s message of hope: healing is slow, but possible
17:00 Therapist reflection on imperceptible change in recovery
18:38 The importance of hearing and sharing real stories
19:14 Closing with The Tors’ full performance of “Anything Can Happen”

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