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If you’re feeling depressed about the state of the world
If you are feeling depressed and hopeless about the state of the world, then you are one of many people. With this post I am


How to find meaning in life when you’re depressed
How to find meaning in life when you’re depressed…It can take huge effort. Enormous effort. It can feel impossible. I know from experience, back when


Loneliness and depression – Let’s take a deep dive in order to overcome it
Loneliness and depression both come with lots of shame and downward spirals. Read about the types of loneliness and how to break free from it.


Tiredness and depression – 10 root causes that help explain your fatigue
You are struggling with depression and are also just so unbelievably tired all the time. Here are 10 top root causes that help explain your battle with fatigue.


Lack of a hopeful future as a root cause of depression
When journalist and former depression-sufferer Johann Hari traveled around the world to speak to experts on the root causes of depression, one of his findings


4 tools to stop dark thoughts from dragging you down
4 top strategies to help you deal with challenging and dark thoughts. Practical, holistic tips for anyone who feels that their mind is against them.


If you’re feeling depressed about the state of the world
If you are feeling depressed and hopeless about the state of the world, then you are one of many people. With this post I am


How to find meaning in life when you’re depressed
How to find meaning in life when you’re depressed…It can take huge effort. Enormous effort. It can feel impossible. I know from experience, back when


Loneliness and depression – Let’s take a deep dive in order to overcome it
Loneliness and depression both come with lots of shame and downward spirals. Read about the types of loneliness and how to break free from it.


Tiredness and depression – 10 root causes that help explain your fatigue
You are struggling with depression and are also just so unbelievably tired all the time. Here are 10 top root causes that help explain your battle with fatigue.


Lack of a hopeful future as a root cause of depression
When journalist and former depression-sufferer Johann Hari traveled around the world to speak to experts on the root causes of depression, one of his findings


4 tools to stop dark thoughts from dragging you down
4 top strategies to help you deal with challenging and dark thoughts. Practical, holistic tips for anyone who feels that their mind is against them.


Evolutionary mismatch of depression: Are you depressed because of the modern lifestyle?
Depression rates are rising and young people are more likely to suffer from depression than their parents or grandparents at their age (1). And in


Silent meditation retreats: How they’ve helped me transform my mental health
Some experiences in life can really affect us deeply and help shape who we become and what we seek out. For me, my two silent


Welcome to the blog
I’m Claudia Smith, a qualified nutritional therapist, functional medicine practitioner and coach specialising in depression. This is where I share my thoughts and advice on natural and holistic approaches to overcoming depression.
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