The Psychology of Depression and Anxiety - Dr. Scott Eilers The Light Between The Leaves Book Preview (The Forest/Regrowth)
Nov 17, 2025
Discover the power of nature in shaping mental health as Dr. Eilers shares personal lessons learned from his childhood. He explores how the suppression of his true self led to darker times and destructive behaviors. A transformative trip to the forest reignites lost hope, motivating him to reclaim his identity. Learn about the importance of boundaries and nurturing regrowth in one's mental landscape. This vulnerable journey encourages listeners to reflect on their own paths toward healing and belonging.
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Nature As Teacher
- Early childhood experiences in nature taught Scott more about mental health than formal training.
- He frames six lessons from nature to apply to personal mental health recovery.
Forest Regrowth Sparked Hope
- Scott grew up believing the forest was ancient, then learned it regrew after being logged decades earlier.
- Seeing the forest's regrowth sparked hope that recovery after trauma is possible.
Losing The Boy Inside
- Scott describes losing his childhood joy between ages 12–22 to pain, rejection, and conformity attempts.
- He tried erasing his sensitivity by adopting others' values and suppressing his true self.
