It's no longer hush-hush or taboo. Did you know that 1 in 2 Canadians will experience a mental illness in their lifetime? Breanne and Rachel discuss their own experiences of mental health, the stigmas surrounding it and the ways they've learned to be kind to their minds. Buckle up for some real talk! If you live in Alberta or Canada, be sure to call 211 if you need mental health support. There are humans on the other side waiting to help you, so know you are never alone!
*TW: Body image and eating disorders.* Everyone has insecurities, but Rachel and Breanne are on the journey to loving and accepting themselves. They spill the tea about their perceptions of their bodies growing up, how societal standards have morphed from supermodel looks to the body-positive movement and the role social media has played in our view of beauty.
Coming in hot with a second episode, Breanne reveals what it's like to be a mature student pursuing her Radio & Television diploma online, while Rachel reminisces about her younger years in university earning her Bachelor of Commerce. Join us as we explore the value of learning at any age, crack a few jokes and ponder the millennial smash hit "AM to PM".
From high school drama nerds to late-20-somethings with careers, fiancés and dogs, we get to know Breanne and Rachel and how their lifelong friendship came to be. Then, we dive into their experiences with the COVID-19 pandemic, chatting about how their lives have changed, their perspectives on the Alberta lockdown and how they're taking care of their mental health. Sprinkle in a bit of Ratatouille, a little RuPaul and you have the makings of a gripping first episode (if we do say so ourselves).