High Functioning, Judith Joseph
High Functioning, Judith Joseph
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High Functioning
Overcome Your Hidden Depression and Reclaim Your Joy

Author: Judith Joseph, Mel Robbins

Narrator: Judith Joseph, Mel Robbins

Unabridged: 6 hr 57 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 04/08/2025

Synopsis

The first book to unmask the hidden face of depression. If you look fine on the outside but don't feel fine on the inside, learn five tools to break the cycle of High Functioning Depression and experience more joy in your life.

Many of us experience periods in our lives when something feels “off”: when we struggle to find joy in happy moments, and take little pleasure in things we used to enjoy. We might be motivated and productive at work, pulling our weight at home, and conducting a normal social life—but behind that façade we are barely surviving, and certainly not thriving.

We're all familiar with what depression can look like, but there's another, lesser‑known face to this illness. High functioning depression (HFD) doesn't conform to the image of depression that typically comes to mind. As a result, people with HFD often have no idea why they are suffering, or what to do about it.

In High Functioning, Dr. Judith Joseph reveals that what we’re feeling is not simply “negativity” or stress. Drawing on original research, client cases, and her personal experience with HFD, Dr. Judith radically shifts the way those of us with HFD see ourselves, and empowers us with five simple tools to reclaim our lives from this widespread yet poorly understood condition.
 
 By following her 5 V's - validation, venting, values, vision, and vitals - we can wake up happier, find more satisfaction in our relationships, and feel better in the present while also looking forward to the future.

 

Reviews

Goodreads review by Brandi on April 02, 2025

I think the interesting part of depression is that sometimes rather than being frozen, sullen, or unable to do tasks we overcompensate and do too much. This book helped me identify things that are associated with high functioning depression: taking on too many tasks, not allowing yourself to feel em......more

Goodreads review by Jordan on April 08, 2025

You can get out of bed, but you don’t have the motivation to wash the dishes. You can go to social functions, but you have difficulty concentrating on conversations due to brain dog. You’re productive at work, but you’re burned out and have a hard time saying “no.” On the outside, everything may loo......more

Goodreads review by Marie on April 01, 2025

I received an advanced copy of High Functioning by Dr. Judith Joseph, and I think it’s a great starter book for anyone who suspects they might be struggling with high-functioning depression. Sometimes, I think people believe they aren't depressed because they don’t fit the stereotypical “can’t get o......more

Goodreads review by Caroline on February 27, 2025

This is a must read for everyone who uses phrases like “I’m so busy” or “I don’t have time to sleep, eat or even take a bathroom break!” But it’s also a must read for anyone who struggles to find the joy in things but still manage to function in their job, their family and life in general. Judith Jo......more

Goodreads review by Stephanie on April 20, 2025

This is an insightful exploration of a form of depression that often goes unrecognized. Drawing from her personal experiences and professional expertise, the author sheds light on high-functioning depression, a condition where individuals maintain outward success while grappling with internal emotio......more

Quotes

"Dr. Judith Joseph offers a framework for what so many are feeling and just assume is “life.” She addresses the patterns we often miss because of the oft-mistaken belief that if am getting stuff done, then I am ok, and offers actionable and customizable guidance that can remind everyone to slow down, listen to themselves, and care for themselves.  In a world where “busy” is too often a virtue, and we second-guess and devalue ourselves when we are struggling, Dr. Joseph opens us to a different way of thinking." —-Dr. Ramani Durvasula, clinical psychologist, and New York Times Bestselling author of It’s Not You: Identifying and Healing from Narcissistic People

"If you’ve ever found yourself feeling “off” without being able to put your finger on why, or if you’re constantly busy but don’t find yourself fulfilled, you’re in the right place...This isn’t just a book. It’s a roadmap back to yourself"—-Mel Robbins, New York Times bestselling author of The Let Them Theory

“Dr. Judith Joseph’s groundbreaking work on high-functioning depression is both timely and a much needed topic that needs a wider spotlight. As the first to deeply study this often-overlooked facet of mental health, Dr. Joseph sheds light on a condition that affects countless individuals striving to maintain outward success while grappling with inner challenges. Her compassionate approach, rigorous research, and insightful analysis make this book a must-read for professionals, loved ones, and anyone seeking to better understand the hidden struggles of those around them.”—-Paul C. Brunson, author of Keep Love

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