S4 E4: Examining Melancholy

In today's episode of The Brain Coach, Mary explores melancholy: what it is, why some of us feel it more deeply, and how it differs from depression. Mary explains the biological, psychological, and existential roots of melancholy's quiet, lingering sadness; from brain chemistry and temperament to our sensitivity to time, beauty, and meaning. She also shares practical strategies to work with melancholy instead of against it. If you’ve ever felt a sweet, reflective sadness that you can’t quite name, today's episode will help you understand more.