Depression – A Self-help Guide

About the Book

A quiet guide for those walking with heavy hearts. Depression – A Self-help Guide, is not a textbook or a quickfix manual. It is a gentle companion—a collection of reflections, personal stories, and practical tools from someone who has lived through the darkness and still wakes to face each day. Through relatable “CLIPs” (snapshots of real-life moments) and thoughtful “REFLECT” sections, the author explores what it truly means to live with depression. You will discover how body memory, emotional energy, empathy, sleep, and simple daily choices all shape our mental well-being. This book is honest but hopeful. It speaks of suicidal thoughts without shame, of exhaustion without judgment, and of healing— not as a destination, but as an ongoing process. It offers comfort, not clichés. Whether you are battling depression or love someone who is, this book invites you to sit, breathe, and feel less alone.

About the Author

Julius C. is a multi-hyphenate professional whose career has gracefully danced through IT, education, banking, and entrepreneurship. Armed with a First Class Honours in Business and HR Management, he blends strategic thinking with a creative spirit—especially when it comes to food. In 2011, he traded spreadsheets for spatulas and opened his own café, which he proudly ran for eight delicious years.

A lifelong lacto-ovo vegetarian with a slight flair for cooking, Julius brings the same passion to his kitchen as he does to his career. He’s also an audiobook enthusiast—bonus points if there’s a good narrator—and shares his cozy life with a loyal four-legged friend who’s always up for a walk (or a snack).