Let’s talk about Thunderbolts (Yes, the new Marel Movie!) for a second.
A bunch of messy, misunderstood characters with complicated pasts all thrown on the same team? Sounds chaotic. And… kind of brilliant.
They’re not perfect. They don’t always get along. But they show up—for themselves and each other. And somehow, that’s what makes them stronger. Yes, I thought it was a good movie. Maybe because of the message of the movie? ( I won’t spoil it)
Here’s the thing—real life’s not so different.
Being the “Strong One” Gets Heavy
If you’re the go-to. The one who keeps it all together. The fixer. The one people count on—you probably don’t ask for help easily. You’ve taught yourself to push through, hold it in, and figure it out later (usually alone, after everyone’s asleep, and you’re folding laundry at midnight).
But depression doesn’t care how capable you are. It shows up anyway. And it’s sneaky. It doesn’t always look like crying or staying in bed—it can look like burnout, numbness, irritability, and zero motivation to do the things you used to love.
And guess what? Trying to power through it alone only makes it worse.
Here’s What the Research Says (Because Science Matters Too)
I know, but the movie got me thinking. Studies show that strong support systems actually protect us against depression. People with emotional support bounce back faster, feel more connected, and have healthier coping skills.
Here’s a solid study if you like stats to back it up.
In other words: having a team matters. And not just in Marvel movies.
That’s Exactly Why I Created Mental Summit
Mental Summit isn’t therapy (although I 100% believe in it), and it’s not just another feel-good platform.
It’s a space to learn what’s actually going on in your head, understand your emotions without judgment, and get tools that fit your real life. You don’t need to journal for an hour or meditate on a mountaintop—we keep it practical, real, and supportive.
Inside the Elevate Membership, you get:
- Guided resources that make mental wellness make sense
- Live monthly coaching calls (yep, we’re actually in this with you)
- A private community of other strong, tired humans who are also trying to feel like themselves again
This is where the spark starts to come back.
Bottom Line?
You’re not weak for needing support. You’re wise for knowing when to stop carrying it alone.
Just like the Thunderbolts—you don’t have to do this perfectly. You just have to show up.
Join the Mental Summit Community and Elevate Membership today.
You bring the realness—we’ll bring the tools, team, and a whole lot of support.
Check out our podcasts with many stories of those sharing the importance of community and asking for help! On YouTube or Spotify