“You are not the brightest of my four sons”…and other depressing things that have been said to me. is the remarkable, candid story of successful entrepreneur and depression-sufferer John Shuchart.
A victim of his parents’ verbal and emotional abuse from infancy, John was diagnosed with clinical depression following a traumatic car accident in March of 2000. He suffered through 17 surgeries, an addiction to painkillers, and a relentless battle with depression before finding an approach that works for him: using humor to reframe the depression-inducing episodes from his past.
This book is part of the author’s effort to help combat the stigma associated w
ith mental illness. By boldly stepping forward to share his experiences and discuss his depression, John wants to create a safer, more open environment for others to reveal their own battles with mental illness and gain understanding and acceptance.
John’s story offers a ray of hope for those suffering from depression, gives genuine encouragement for their loved ones, and provides inspiration for all of us.