Hilary Jacobs Hendel (author of "It's Not Always Depression"; psychotherapist) explains AEDP, how emotions & trauma function, and how shame, depression and anxiety act as adaptive states. We also discuss emotionphobic culture; laughter as a defence; feeling overwhelmed & dissociated; banishing parts of the self; repressing emotions; triggers; emotional neglect; "the body knows how to heal"; creating a sense of safety; and SO much more! Hilary's website: http://hilaryjacobshendel.com/ Read "It's Not Always Depression" (article): https://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/03/10/its-not-always-depression/ Support on PATREON: www.patreon.com/feelinweird Buy M E R C H: www.kyeplant.bandcamp.com Donate via PAYPAL: www.feelinweird.com Instagram: @feelinweirdpod Email: [email protected]