25: Perfectly Hidden Depression with Dr. Margaret Rutherford

<p>Developing a strong sense of self-worth and acceptance can be a long and difficult journey for many people. It is often particularly difficult for those who struggle with depression and anxiety. Often times, people who struggle with mental health strive for unachievable levels of perfection, which only leaves them more discouraged. Today’s guest, Dr. Margaret Rutherford, is a clinical psychologist and author of <em>Perfectly Hidden Depression</em>.<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p> </p> <p>In this interview, Dr. Margaret shares her exploration of anxiety, depression, and perfectionism, and how you can learn to change some of the habits that are holding you back from vitality. She discusses the difference between depression and anxiety, as well as signs to identify someone who is struggling, and her methodology for a framework to change perfectionist habits.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p> </p> <p>Join Danny Bader in this deeply educational and enlightening conversation to learn more about how you can tap into your emotions and cultivate the life you want.<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Show Highlights:<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span></strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Dr. Margaret shares how she shifted her career to discover her passion<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></li> <li>Life circumstances often don’t bring out the best of us and sometimes we have to explore outside of our comfort zone to find our passion<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></li> <li>Depression is more complex than a definition, but Dr. Margaret shares the symptoms and categories of depression to identify it<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></li> <li>Dr. Margaret shares what motivated her to write a book and further explore depression and perfectionism tendencies<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span></li> <li>Anxiety is the number one mental health problem but depression is increasingly effecting middle-aged men and