"Coughing, vomiting, swelling, and pain protect the body from dangerous toxins. Similarly, depression is sort of a psychic hibernation: It slows us down, defuses aggression, helps us let go of unattainable goals, and restrains risk taking (Andrews & Thomson, 2009a,b; Wrosch & Miller, 2009). To grind temporarily to a halt and ruminate, as depressed people do, is to reassess one's life when feeling threatened, and to redirect energy in more promising ways (Watkins, 2008). Even mild sadness can improve people's recall, making them more discerning, and help them make complex decisions (Forgas, 2009). There is sense to suffering." -- Page 645
At face value, this song is a great piece by Kelly Clarkson, former American Idol winner. However, underneath the notes, the pretty face, and the filmography to pair with the music, there are words that express deep, extremely complicated feelings that are difficult to express in any other way than by song. Kelly sings about being stuck in a physically and emotionally draining relationship that pushes one into a dark state of depression. To me, I was the girl in this song... No, I'm not saying I am a girl; I'm saying I was once stuck in the mud, bore into a bottomless hole of darkness where fear took control and was my source of motivation to stay out of the way of my boyfriend. However, while down so far, the depression allowed me to regroup, gain some sort of inner composure and strength, and begin the painstakingly challenging climb back into the light. It gave me the ability to formulate ideas, grab hold of them, and follow through in order to regain control of me, my life, and my environment. No longer affected by depression, I can look back and see the old me, restricted and caged, and be appreciative that my body allowed me the chance to reassess the horrid situation I was so hatefully stuck in.
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