As someone who has suffered from anxiety and depression for her entire adult life, listening to “In My Blood” is truly inspiring. What a beautiful and chilling peek into the life of someone suffering with one of these disorders. While they obviously do not manifest universally in the same ways, it is always eye-opening to hear the way someone else experiences them. With all of the stigma surrounding mental health, it is refreshing to hear a star talk about his own experiences and gift us such a vivid portrait of his emotions.
You can even hear how he experiences these emotions through the tone of the song. Beginning on a somber note, we hear Shawn Mendes open with a quiet plea for help. This is followed by the confession that he sometimes feels like giving up, an unfortunately frequent experience for those who suffer from depression. Suddenly, the meek voice that we’ve been hearing is disrupted by an impassioned battle cry. “It isn’t in my blood!” He cries out loudly (probably for his own benefit just as much as ours). I hope that everyone, even those not suffering from these disorders, finds some solace in this passion -- something deep down inside that helps them to keep going. I know that he inspired that in me.
@ReonataO I agree. I'm an Empath and this is a great depression song. Another one is Grey Street by Dave Matthews Band. I'm a Heyoka so I use these songs as a mirror to help people with depression. Read Missed Connections by Johan Hari or watch his TED-X talks on depression and addiction. It will be worth your time. :)
Depression is sadness about the past.
Anxiety is sadness about the future.
Avoid them both and live in the now.
@ReonataO I agree. I'm an Empath and this is a great depression song. Another one is Grey Street by Dave Matthews Band. I'm a Heyoka so I use these songs as a mirror to help people with depression. Read Missed Connections by Johan Hari or watch his TED-X talks on depression and addiction. It will be worth your time. :)
Depression is sadness about the past.
Anxiety is sadness about the future.
Avoid them both and live in the now.
As someone who has suffered from anxiety and depression for her entire adult life, listening to “In My Blood” is truly inspiring. What a beautiful and chilling peek into the life of someone suffering with one of these disorders. While they obviously do not manifest universally in the same ways, it is always eye-opening to hear the way someone else experiences them. With all of the stigma surrounding mental health, it is refreshing to hear a star talk about his own experiences and gift us such a vivid portrait of his emotions.
You can even hear how he experiences these emotions through the tone of the song. Beginning on a somber note, we hear Shawn Mendes open with a quiet plea for help. This is followed by the confession that he sometimes feels like giving up, an unfortunately frequent experience for those who suffer from depression. Suddenly, the meek voice that we’ve been hearing is disrupted by an impassioned battle cry. “It isn’t in my blood!” He cries out loudly (probably for his own benefit just as much as ours). I hope that everyone, even those not suffering from these disorders, finds some solace in this passion -- something deep down inside that helps them to keep going. I know that he inspired that in me.
@ReonataO I agree. I'm an Empath and this is a great depression song. Another one is Grey Street by Dave Matthews Band. I'm a Heyoka so I use these songs as a mirror to help people with depression. Read Missed Connections by Johan Hari or watch his TED-X talks on depression and addiction. It will be worth your time. :) Depression is sadness about the past. Anxiety is sadness about the future. Avoid them both and live in the now.
@ReonataO I agree. I'm an Empath and this is a great depression song. Another one is Grey Street by Dave Matthews Band. I'm a Heyoka so I use these songs as a mirror to help people with depression. Read Missed Connections by Johan Hari or watch his TED-X talks on depression and addiction. It will be worth your time. :) Depression is sadness about the past. Anxiety is sadness about the future. Avoid them both and live in the now.