Layers of Depression – The Silent Monster Everyone Deals With

Depression doesn’t always look like what we think it does. It’s not always about breaking down in tears or staying in bed for days. Sometimes it’s the quiet numbness, the chronic exhaustion, the short temper, or the lack of excitement for anything. It’s the ability to smile on the outside while feeling completely hollow on the inside. In this deeply honest and relatable episode of Life Again, host Chad Muncy pulls back the curtain on the hidden layers of depression that so many people silently struggle with—especially in midlife.

Chad shares personal stories and observations about how depression disguises itself as “just being tired,” how it’s often covered up with humor or overworking, and how easy it is to go unnoticed by those around us—including ourselves. More importantly, this episode breaks down practical, simple steps to begin recognizing these layers and taking control of your mental and emotional health.

You’ll learn:
 ✅ The 4 hidden layers of depression most men experience but rarely talk about
 ✅ How “high-functioning” depression masks itself behind productivity and responsibility
 ✅ The toxic role of distractions (social media, alcohol, overworking) in keeping us stuck
 ✅ Why strength isn’t about pushing through—it’s about facing what’s really going on
 ✅ Daily action steps to reconnect with your purpose and start lifting the weight

Whether you’ve silently struggled for years or you’re just beginning to realize something feels “off,” this episode is a raw, real, and hopeful guide to confronting the silent monster head-on.

👉 Listen now and start peeling back the layers so you can live fully, freely, and with purpose—because life isn’t over… it’s just beginning again.