This week’s episode dives deep into the topic of mental health—when we first became aware of it, our personal experiences, and the steps we take to maintain a healthy mental state. In this candid conversation, we explore the importance of acknowledging mental health struggles and the tools we use to navigate them.
One of us shares a deeply personal journey, reflecting on how childhood traumas, including experiences with child sexual abuse and the impact of suicide, have shaped their mental health journey. This episode is an honest and heartfelt discussion aimed at shedding light on mental health, breaking stigmas, and offering hope to those who may feel alone in their struggles.
Disclaimer: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics, including child sexual abuse and suicide, which may be triggering for some listeners. Please prioritize your well-being, and consider skipping this episode or seeking support if needed. Resources and support information are included in the show notes.
Resources:
Online Resources
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – www.nami.org
- Mental Health America (MHA) – www.mhanational.org
- Mind (UK-based) – www.mind.org.uk
- Psychology Today – www.psychologytoday.com
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) - www.afsp.org
Apps & Digital Tools
- Headspace
- Calm
- Moodpath
- BetterHelp
- Woebot
Books
- The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der KolkMaybe
- You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb
- Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy by David D. Burns
- Untamed by Glennon Doyle
- Daring Greatly by Brené Brown
- Atomic Habits by James Clear
- Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl
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