Holiday Depression Explained Through Charlie Brown
The holidays can quietly intensify depression, loneliness, and emotional exhaustion—often hiding behind smiles and tradition. In this powerful conversation, we unpack why the holidays hit so hard and how to recognize depression beneath the surface.
Host: Jim Lang
Guest: Sim Chhabra — Registered Therapist, Horizon Within (CBT, emotional regulation, anxiety & depression support)
In this episode, we explore:
• Why the holidays amplify depression, grief, and emotional longing
• How to tell the difference between a “bad day,” burnout, and real depression
• Why depression looks different across generations (Boomers to Gen Z)
• The “Charlie Brown Christmas” framework to understand emotional disconnect
• A practical 1–4 heaviness scale to communicate and support mental health needs
This episode gives language, tools, and clarity to conversations most families avoid—but desperately need.
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