Title: The Hilarious World of Depression Pdf
Author: John Moe
A moving, portrait of depression, from the host of the podcast The Hilarious World of DepressionOne of Todays's Ten Best Inspirational Books, 2020 | One of Huff Post's 10 Most Anticipated Book Releases Of May 2020"The message of the book is a good one: that mental illness is not a cause for shame...this book could be [a] path to deeper understanding and openness, by way of laughter in the dark" —The New York Time Book Review "A funny, honest book about depression, and what you can do despite it." —Neil Gaiman"Candid and funny and intimate." —Susan OrleanFor years John Moe, critically-acclaimed public radio personality and host of The Hilarious World of Depression podcast, struggled with depression; it plagued his family and claimed the life of his brother in 2007. As Moe came to terms with his own illness, he began to see similar patterns of behavior and coping mechanisms surfacing in conversations with others, including high-profile comedians who’d struggled with the disease. Moe saw that there was tremendous comfort and community in open dialogue about these shared experiences and that humor had a unique power. Thus was born the podcast The Hilarious World of Depression.Inspired by the immediate success of the podcast, Moe has written a remarkable investigation of the disease, part memoir of his own journey, part treasure trove of laugh-out-loud stories and insights drawn from years of interviews with some of the most brilliant minds facing similar challenges. Throughout the course of this powerful narrative, depression’s universal themes come to light, among them, struggles with identity, lack of understanding of the symptoms, the challenges of work-life, self-medicating, the fallout of the disease in the lives of our loved ones, the tragedy of suicide, and the hereditary aspects of the disease.The Hilarious World of Depression illuminates depression in an entirely fresh and inspiring way.
"I like to make jokes about grim and grisly stuff." There is nothing funny about chronic depression. It is a debilitating illness that, at its worst, robs its victims of peace of mind, self-esteem, and in extreme cases, their lives. John Moe, who has been depressed for decades, is not your ordinary self-described "saddie." He is a college graduate, devoted family man, comedian, writer, and host of public radio programs. His podcast, "The Hilarious World of Depression," is also the title of this compelling and candid memoir.On his show, Moe has interviewed such celebrities as Dick Cavett, Andy Richter, and Margaret Cho, who convey what it is like to live under a black cloud. John's listeners have applauded him for talking about a devastating condition that is too often swept under the rug. At heart a jester, the author entertains us with silly anecdotes and self-deprecating humor. In addition, he writes movingly about his ups and downs, functional and dysfunctional family members, and visits to a variety of mental health professionals. Moe uses and discards therapists like hay fever sufferers go through boxes of tissues during allergy season."The Hilarious World of Depression" is quirky, politically incorrect, and a breath of fresh air. It is likely that writing this book was cathartic for Moe, and if even one person reads it and feels less alone in his or her misery, it will have been a worthwhile endeavor. Victims of depression and other psychological disorders need to know that there is no shame in admitting that they need help. When someone like Moe who by most standards is a success story--sheds light on his efforts to cope with feelings of self-loathing and hopelessness, it can inspire others to find the strength to admit that they, too, might benefit from seeking treatment.
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