Normalize The Conversation by Inspiring My Generation
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Tune into "Normalize The Conversation" by Inspiring My Generation for insightful discussions on mental health, featuring experts and real-life stories. Join us in breaking the stigma!
⚠️ Trigger Warning: Mental Health & Suicide ⚠️
Hosted by Francesca Reicherter
An initiative of Inspiring My Generation
⚠️ Trigger Warning: Mental Health & Suicide ⚠️
Hosted by Francesca Reicherter
An initiative of Inspiring My Generation
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In this powerful episode of Normalize The Conversation, host Francesca Reicherter sits down with Dr. Michelle Sherman, licensed clinical psychologist, and her mother, DeAnne Sherman, to explore what it's really like growing up with a parent who has a mental illness or trauma history. Together, they share insights from their book, I'm Not Alone: A Teen's Guide to Living with a Parent Who Has a Mental Illness or History of Trauma. This episode offers real-life strategies for teens, including how to:(1) Recognize and name complex emotions(2) Set healthy boundaries and practice self-care(3) Find support and break the silence in their familiesWhether you’re a teen, parent, educator, or mental health professional, this conversation will leave you with tools, hope, and a better understanding of how to support youth affected by mental illness in the home.Listen now and empower the next generation to heal, grow, and speak up.Learn more about the book: seedsofhopebooks.com
In this episode, Marci Hopkins opens up about her path to sobriety, transitioning from chaos to clarity, and the intense pressure on young adults to define their identity and future.
guest: Marci Hopkins, author of “Chaos to Clarity: Seeing The Signs and Breaking The Cycles” and host of the weekly talk show, Wake Up With Marci.
https://wakeupwithmarci.com/
In this episode, Tara delves into the therapeutic potential of psilocybin, highlighting when it’s not appropriate, her journey through multiple career changes, and how she empowers others to heal from trauma.
guest: Tara Portelli, certified natural health practitioner, certified clinical hypnotist and founder of Arcadia Healing Sanctum
https://www.arcadiahealing.ca/
In this episode,
Dr. Suptra Tovar, clinical psychologist and registered dietician, shares practical tips for navigating the holidays with conversations about food and your body.
In this episode, we unpack the pressures of perfection and social comparison, explore the impact of intrusive thoughts, and discuss how embracing vulnerability can help us break free. Join us for a candid conversation on mental health, self-acceptance, and challenging the idea of perfection.
guest: Hamza Islam, host of the Oh My Curry Goodness podcast.
In this episode, I sit down with Pat as we dive into the root causes of substance use, the gaps in our behavioral healthcare system, and the critical need for harm reduction and insurance parity. Join us as we explore why open conversations are essential to shifting perspectives and sparking real change.
guest: Patricia Roos, a former sociology professor at Rutgers University who lost her son Alex to a heroin overdose in 2015. It was then, she shifted into activism, sharing her story in her book, “Surviving Alex: A Mother's Story of Love, Loss, and Addiction."
https://www.patroos.com/
In this episode, I sit down with Naomi to discuss the profound impact mindset has on our mental health and daily life. Join us as Naomi shares her journey from personal crisis to advocacy, offering profound insights on mental reorientation and tackling today’s pressing issues.
guest: Naomi Riley. After suffering a traumatic brain injury due to a distracted driver, Naomi’s recovery became a story of gratitude, perseverance, and mindset transformation. She is now an author, motivational speaker and consultant helping bring clarity and mind shift your focus.
https://naomilriley.com/
In this episode, I spoke with Joanne about the unique challenges of raising two sons with disabilities and how a life-changing moment at the pediatrician’s office reshaped her entire journey as a mother. Joanne shares how lessons from her career as a modern dancer have influenced her coping tools, perspective, and approach to parenting.
Join us for an inspiring conversation about resilience, adaptability, and finding strength in unexpected places.
guest: Joanne De Simone, author of “Fall and Recovery: Raising Children with Disabilities through Lessons Learned in Dance”
amazon.com/Fall-Recovery-Raising-Children-Disabilities/dp/1647427142
In this episode, I talked with Ihsan about his journey of finding purpose after the loss of a brother to suicide. Ihsan emphasizes the importance of creating supportive spaces where people leave feeling better and equipped with resources and underscores the need for self-care, mental health awareness, and tangible strategies to help individuals navigate their struggles.
Guest: Ihsan Hines, Founder of My Brother’s Keeper Cares,
My Brother’s Keeper Cares (MBKCares) promotes mental health awareness and suicide prevention through faith-based initiatives, art therapy, mentorship, educational outreach, fitness programs, and counseling resources.
https://mbkcares.com
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is more than fatigue, it encompasses a wide range of symptoms, often stemming from burnout, that present as mysterious physical symptoms and it often takes years to diagnose.
In this episode, I talked with Miguel about Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, the progression of his symptoms, his medical journey trying to understand the cause of becoming bedridden, the first doctor who believed his symptoms and the program he created to manage his recovery journey.
Miguel Bautista, health advocate and the creator of the CFS Recovery program
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh610cYKG5yfXlTT8Se97Vg/featured
What does anxiety mean to you? How do your anxious symptoms manifest themselves? What do you use to cope with anxiety symptoms?
In this episode, I talked with Kevin about anxiety, our experiences with it manifesting in both mental and physical symptoms, and the tools we use to manage it.
guest: Kevin Baker, a certified life coach for teens
https://lifecoachkevin.com/
Codependency refers to enabling and controlling behaviors, poor boundaries, and focusing on others' needs instead of one’s own needs. It is common in individuals with unresolved childhood trauma.
In this episode, I talked with Ana about codependency, where it comes from, how it presents itself in current relationships, and the steps you can take to manage codependency in relationships.
Guest: Ana Aslanian, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the states of California, Florida, and New York and the founder and director of My Therapy Corner
https://mytherapycorner.com/breaking-free-from-codependency-steps-to-interdependence/
In this episode, I talked with Nana Crawford about body confidence, the impact of messaging from the media, the influence of your support system, and why talking about all of it matters
guest: Nana Crawford, a dance fitness instructor empowering women to love themselves through the joy of movement.
https://www.thisblackwomancan.com/about
In this episode, I talked with Dr. Lauren Cook about anxiety and how it can cause physical symptoms like rapid heart rate and stomach distress. She emphasized the importance of understanding anxiety, its signs, and who to talk to for help. Dr. Cook also discussed how to live with anxiety, highlighting strategies like exposure therapy and taking short breaks to improve mental health.
guest: Dr. Lauren Cook: clinical psychologist, speaker, and author of “Generation Anxiety”
https://www.drlaurencook.com/
Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance’s mission is to provide behavioral health workshops to fire departments, EMS and Dispatch organizations across the globe, focusing on behavioral health awareness with a strong emphasis towards suicide prevention and promoting resources available to firefighters/EMS/Dispatch and their families.
In this episode, I talked with Jeff to discuss the critical importance of suicide prevention and mental health for first responders. Jeff shares valuable insights on the profound impact of moral injury and highlights the essential role relationships play in our lives.
guest: Jeff Dill, founder of Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance
https://www.ffbha.org/
In this episode, Tracey shares her journey of realizing that to help her daughter heal from an eating disorder, she first had to heal herself. Through conversations with her daughter, overcoming her own body insecurities, and developing effective coping skills, Tracey found a path to healing. She shares advice to other parents facing similar challenges, emphasizing the importance of self-care and open communication.
Guest: Tracey Yokas, author of Bloodlines: A Memoir
https://traceyyokascreates.com/
In this episode, Dr. James shares his experience of managing high stress while balancing multiple roles to offer valuable insights into why setting boundaries and taking breaks is important. Remember, productivity does not have to mean overwhelming yourself with stress and responsibilities.
Guest: Dr. George James, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Assistant Professor, Author, Speaker, and CEO & Founder of George Talks LLC
https://www.georgetalks.com/about-1
In this episode, we explore the three essentials of optimal brain health: the impact of nutrition, exercise, and sleep on cognitive well-being. Join us as Dr. Ben Rein shares practical tips to enhance your mental performance and dives into the science of the human connection with dogs.
Guest: Dr. Ben Rein, neuroscientist
https://www.benrein.com/
Global Alliance for Behavioral Health and Social Justice has been informing policy, practice, and research at the intersection of human rights, social justice, and behavioral health since 1923. This episode teaches about the Global Alliance for Behavioral Health and Social Justice's mission and three important initiatives within the Global Mental Health Task Force.
Guest: Gita Jaffe, Director of Policy and Programming for the Global Alliance for Behavioral Health and Social Justice
https://bhjustice.org
In this episode, Estefania opens up about her journey through anxiety, developing effective tools and a support system to help manage her ruminating thoughts and panic attacks. Tune in for insights and strategies on building resilience and showing up for yourself.
Guest: Estefania Saavedra, founder of “Anxiety Makes Me Funny"
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