Episode Description:

In this deeply personal episode of Life Talks with Lauren, I open up about the mental health challenges I’ve been navigating over the past month. From feeling overwhelmed and emotionally drained to moments where it felt hard to show up at all—I share what it’s been like behind the scenes, in hopes that someone out there feels a little less alone.

This isn’t a polished, picture-perfect episode. It’s raw, real, and from the heart. Because the truth is: it’s okay to not be okay. And it’s more than okay to ask for help when you need it. If you’re in a tough season right now, I see you. You are not alone. You are not a burden. And this low point does not define your worth.

Let’s talk about what it means to give ourselves grace, to reach out when we need support, and to hold on to hope—even when it feels far away. Healing isn’t linear, but better days are coming.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

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  An honest check-in on my mental health this past month

  
  


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  The shame we often carry around not being “okay”

  
  


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  Why asking for help is a strength, not a weakness

  
  


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  Simple reminders for anyone struggling with their mental health

  
  


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  How I’m starting to feel a little better, day by day

  
  

Connect with Me:

Instagram: @laurenmkepler

Email: lauren.m.kepler@gmail.com

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🌍 Global & Online Resources:

🧠 BetterHelp

https://www.betterhelp.com

Online therapy with licensed therapists. Flexible scheduling, virtual sessions, and financial aid available.

🧠 7 Cups

https://www.7cups.com

Free emotional support from trained volunteer listeners and affordable online therapy options.

🧠 Mental Health America (MHA)

https://mhanational.org

Free mental health screening tools, resources, and support information.

🧠 Therapy for Black Girls

https://www.therapyforblackgirls.com

A space for Black women and girls to find culturally competent therapists and mental health content.

🧠 The Loveland Foundation

https://thelovelandfoundation.org

Provides free therapy support to Black women and girls through its therapy fund.

🇺🇸 U.S.-Based Crisis Support:

📞 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24/7):

Call or Text: 988

https://988lifeline.org

Free and confidential support for anyone in distress.

📱 Crisis Text Line (24/7):

Text HOME to 741741

https://www.crisistextline.org

Connect with a trained crisis counselor via text.