Why Bother? Fighting an Overwhelming Sense of Futility, with Patrick Donnelly

Mid-life Men: the mental health podcast · Nov 26, 2024 · 39m

In this open and honest episode, we're joined by Patrick Donnelly, who discusses the often-unspoken struggles men face when the weight of life feels overwhelming and futile. Patrick bravely shares how anxiety and depression took root after becoming a father, amplifying his long-held belief that nothing he attempted would succeed. His story reveals the toll of a lifetime spent avoiding risks, taking the easiest paths, and resigning himself to failure before even trying.

Through therapy and a transformative moment of vulnerability—sharing a personal essay about his mental health on Facebook and…