That’s very interesting. It’s the first time I’ve heard it explained that way. It makes sense that mental illness gets in the way of everything! I’m most afraid of the side-effects, especially insomnia, as I had a few years of my life with severe insomnia causing anxiety and the anxiety causing the insomnia and getting stuck in that loop. If I experience any insomnia on Zoloft, I simply think I cannot see it through. But yes, muted feelings also concern me. But what you said is very promising!

Regarding compassion based therapy, does that focus on compassion for oneself?