Crisis counselor Lisa Sugarman talks about her personal journey through grief and loss, particularly following the suicides of loved ones. They discuss the importance of mental health advocacy, the role of the Trevor Project in supporting LGBTQ youth, and the significance of language in conversations about suicide. Lisa shares insights on navigating grief, the impact of social media on mental health, and the necessity of self-care for those in advocacy roles. The episode emphasizes that it's okay to not be okay and encourages listeners to seek help and support.
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Keywords
mental health, suicide prevention, grief, loss, LGBTQ support, Trevor Project, Help Hub, crisis counseling, self-care, vulnerability, Lisa Sugarman, podcast
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Mental Health Advocacy
03:13 Personal Journey Through Grief and Loss
06:07 The Trevor Project: A Lifeline for LGBTQ Youth
09:11 Understanding Suicide: A Personal Revelation
12:14 The Nature of Grief and Mourning
14:48 The Help Hub: A Resource for Mental Health
17:52 Navigating Conversations About Suicide
20:53 The Impact of Language on Mental Health
24:11 Social Media and Mental Health Challenges
26:55 Seasonal Affective Disorder and Mental Health
30:00 Accepting Vulnerability: It's Okay to Not Be Okay
32:59 Normalizing Conversations Around Mental Health
35:56 Self-Care in Mental Health Advocacy
39:06 Final Thoughts and Advice for Listeners
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