The Little Book 
of Big Conversations

“Depression can trick you into thinking you’re the only one in the world who feels this way. The only way to deal with it effectively is to be open about your feelings and ask for help”

Person living with depression

“It’s scary to say how you’re feeling out loud for the first time but speaking about your feelings won’t make them worse. For me, it felt like a weight had lifted”

Person living with depression

“Knowing there’s someone I can rely on to sit and listen to me without judgement is such a relief. I don't want sympathy, just to know they are there if I need them”

Person living with depression

“My best piece of advice is that by taking the time to listen, even though it may feel like you’re doing nothing, you’re doing everything you should”

Friend of someone living with depression

“It's important to be patient. There will be good and bad days, but the right support can make all the difference”

Family member of someone living with depression

“When you’re caring for someone, it’s easy to lose yourself in your role. You can help them recover, but you need to make time to look after yourself, too”

Family member of someone living with depression