In this episode, Shahana shares her journey from aspiring to a career in medicine to focusing on adolescent mental health. She introduces the Foundry concept and her book "Feel Better," highlighting key insights and speaking engagements. Shahana discusses the challenges of medical training, her specialization in mental health, and the impact of her TEDx talk. She delves into the art of storytelling, virtual speaking adaptations, and handling sensitive topics. The episode explores mental health terminology, Shahana's personal journey, and her commitment to helping others. It concludes with booking information, her involvement with CAPS National, and a focus on mental health advocacy.

(0:00 ) Introduction and sponsors
(0:39 ) Guest's background and path to medicine
(2:12 ) Foundry concept and focus on adolescent mental health
(3:45 ) "Feel Better" book insights and speaking engagements
(6:14 ) Medical training challenges and mental health specialization
(7:34 ) Public speaking journey and TEDx talk impact
(9:16 ) Virtual speaking adaptations and the art of storytelling
(11:01 ) Role of trusted adults and handling sensitive topics in speaking
(14:30 ) Mental health terminology and personal journey
(17:10 ) Shifting focus to help others and sharing personal experiences
(19:18 ) "Feel Better" book themes, audience, and exercises
(24:38 ) Booking information, social media, and importance of the spoken word
(25:34 ) CAPS National involvement and mental health advocacy
(26:29 ) Closing remarks and thanks
(27:27 ) Outro and sponsor mention