We always think everyone has it all together, and for those of us who have struggled for a long time, we can become masters of being able to hide that.
In this episode, Jenny is joined by Eric DaRosa, co-host of the podcast "From Survivor to Thriver," for a conversation about shattering the stigma surrounding mental health discussions. They emphasize the importance of open and honest communication about mental health struggles, reminding listeners that they are not alone, and that help is available. Eric and Jenny share their own experiences and offer advice on how to find support and build a healing community.
What to expect in this episode:
(00:00) - Introduction.
(02:30) - Mental health is still a taboo topic.
(05:49) - Physical and cognitive manifestation of anxiety.
(11:58) - Protective mechanism our body makes.
(18:16) - No one should suffer in silence.
(22:03) - Helping people through podcast and community.
(26:22) - People have stories to tell.
(29:44) - Help one person every day.
(31:35) - Getting help.
(37:02) - The small and big Ts for Trauma.
(39:57) - Connect with Erik.
About Erik DaRosa
Erik DaRosa is the founder and CEO of From Survivor to Thriver, a mental health advocate, author, speaker, and co-host of the popular mental health podcast From Survivor to Thriver Podcast. He and his co-host combine their passion for coaching with their work to empower survivors through the podcast. The podcast to break the stigma around mental health discussions. He aims to normalize discussions around mental health topics and remind his audience that they are not alone and there’s strength in the community. He also spends winters as a ski instructor and mountain bike coach during summer.
Connect with Erik DaRosa
https://fromsurvivortothriver.com/
About Jenny C. Cohen
Jenny C. Cohen is a breast cancer survivor, and it is her mission to help people who have been through the most debilitating, disfiguring, traumatic events like breast cancer to feel bold, beautiful, and full of life. Jenny believes in a world where everyone can dance to heal and feel safe in their bodies knowing they are created in beauty and perfection despite life happenings. She is an award-winning performer who healed through her D.I.S.C.O.V.E.R. process presented in the multi-category best-selling book “Outside In Recovery: Dancing My Way Back to My Self after Breast Cancer."
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Connect with Jenny Cohen:
Websites: https://DanceandHeal.com
https://www.dancetohealpodcast.com/
https://www.jennyccohen.com/
https://www.outsideinrecovery.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyccohen/
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