Breaking The Mask of Depression

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”My voice is your voice.” The Diva with Depression platform gives insight into the day to day experiences of living with severe depression. A compelling, look into life being mentally ill while black. Unfiltered, dark and raw, I expose the stigma and fear associated with mental illness in the Black community. Indulge in the powerful stories shared on The Breaking the Mask Podcast, where Didi takes the reins as the host, guiding you through an extraordinary maze of emotions. Brace yourself for honest and unfiltered conversations that challenge societal norms, sparking a long-overdue revolution in the way we address mental health.

  1. Feb 1

    Mental Death Sentence

    "I have a terminal illness. Sentenced to life without parole." - DWD Approximately 3 million people have Major Depressive Disorder. Approximately 30% of them have Treatment Resistant Depression which is defined as failing to respond to at least two adequate antidepressant treatments. New episode: MENTAL DEATH SENTENCE https://pod.link/1572740143 #majordepressivedisorder #treatmentresistantdepression

    52 min

  2. Jan 19

    Mentally Ill and Lonely (Throwback Episode)

    If "Loneliness is A Sad Affair" resonated with you, listen to this throwback episode: Mentally Ill & Lonely.

    34 min

  3. Jan 12

    Loneliness Is a Sad Affair

    In this episode of "Breaking the Mask of Depression," host "the diva with depression" returns after a hiatus to share her personal struggles with depression, grief, health issues, and profound loneliness experienced in 2025. She emphasizes that her podcast is based on lived experience, not medical advice. The episode explores the serious mental and physical health impacts of loneliness, drawing from both personal anecdotes and research, and offers practical suggestions for coping, such as joining groups, volunteering, and seeking therapy, while encouraging listeners to acknowledge and address their own feelings of isolation.

    44 min

  4. 11/03/2025

    Mental Illness and the Homeless Crisis (Rebroadcast)

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    1h 5m

  5. 10/20/2025

    Mental Illness and the Homeless Crisis

    In this episode of "Breaking the Mask of Depression," host Diva with Depression welcomes back Akosua, who shares her powerful story about living with mental illness while being homeless. Akosua discusses caring for a mentally ill parent, who also happens to be a veteran, navigating inadequate support systems, and the realities of living without stable housing. The conversation challenges stereotypes about homelessness and mental health, highlights systemic barriers, and emphasizes resilience, resourcefulness, and the importance of sharing honest stories to help others in similar situations. The episode also features practical advice for those facing homelessness and mental health challenges. Source: MENTAL ILLNESS AND THE HOMELESS CRISIS: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-heqjm-199c05d

    1h 6m

  6. 10/12/2025

    Akusua Akoto (Rebroadcast)

    Akusua Akoto: Spoken Word Performer, Graphic Artist, and Poet.

    36 min

  7. 10/06/2025

    What Is Grief 1 & 2

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    1h 31m

  8. 09/28/2025

    What is Grief 2

    Hey Maskers!! In this episode of "Breaking the Mask of Depression, The Diva with Depression explores the many forms of grief beyond physical loss, such as empty nest syndrome, divorce, chronic illness, job loss, and loss of identity. She emphasizes that all grief is valid and can deeply impact mental health, sometimes leading to depression. The Diva encourages listeners to acknowledge their feelings, seek support, and connect with resources like GriefShare. As always, she stresses the importance of open conversations about grief and reminds listeners they are not alone on their journey toward healing. Source: WHAT IS GRIEF: PART 2 https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-5dtmb-1979fe4 https://pod.link/1572740143 grief, depression, mental health, intangible losses, empty nest syndrome, divorce, chronic illness, fertility issues, disabled child, loss of a pet, loss of a first love, job loss, loss of faith, loss of identity, support groups, GriefShare, coping mechanisms, emotional support, personal experience, healing, self-esteem, community resources, mental health stigma, grief stages, mourning, personal stories, valid feelings, hope, resilience, mental well-being, coping strategies, life changes, emotional struggles, loss of connection, support systems, mental health discussions, breaking the silence, podcast, Diva with Depression, personal journey, encouragement, self-care, community support.

    35 min
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”My voice is your voice.” The Diva with Depression platform gives insight into the day to day experiences of living with severe depression. A compelling, look into life being mentally ill while black. Unfiltered, dark and raw, I expose the stigma and fear associated with mental illness in the Black community. Indulge in the powerful stories shared on The Breaking the Mask Podcast, where Didi takes the reins as the host, guiding you through an extraordinary maze of emotions. Brace yourself for honest and unfiltered conversations that challenge societal norms, sparking a long-overdue revolution in the way we address mental health.

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  • Creator
    divawdep
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2022. All rights reserved.
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    Breaking The Mask of Depression