Ep. 117 - It's Okay to Not Be Okay

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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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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