Normalize The Conversation by Inspiring My Generation

Meet Sara Aird, mental health advocate and founder of Breaking Down CPTSD   In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Sara Aird opens up about living with CPTSD. From the complexity of the mental health condition to the lack of available resources, Sara found it hard to overcome her trauma. After years of searching for the right therapist and helpful resources, Sara has now created a com...

Meet Mindy Harms-Coleman, a psychotherapist utilizing a healing-centered approach   In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Mindy Harms-Coleman opens up about her journey in becoming a healing-centered, trauma-focused therapist. We all face traumas, but we often forget how generational trauma can play an important role in who we are and how we are feeling. Join us as Mindy explores the...

Meet Samantha Cassetty, Registered Dietician   In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Samantha Cassetty joins us to share the key to a healthy lifestyle: everything in balance. Samantha talks about the importance of listening to your body, how emotions play a major role in what you eat, and how to set boundaries for your eating habits. Watch this episode to learn more about how nutrit...

Meet Tejaswini Divya Naik: mental health advocate and author of Smokes and Whiskey   In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Tejaswini Divya Naik, shares the long lasting impact childhood bullying had on her mental health. From years of what felt like endless trauma to advocating for change today, Tejaswini has overcome many obstacles. As Tejaswini says, "In spite of it all, I am still...

Meet Peyton Sieger, mental health advocate and Founder of Power-On Initiative.   In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Peyton Sieger shares how her own mental health journey led her to create The Power-On Initiative, an organization dedicated to illuminating conversations on mental health. Peyton opens up about what it was like being in the psychiatric system in Canada at the age of...

Meet Mary Walker: mental health advocate    In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Mary Walker shares her mental health journey. At a young age, Mary knew it was important to be honest with her loved ones about attending therapy. Watch this episode to learn more about Mary's mental health journey and the importance of being honest and open with mental health conversations.  ...

Meet Emma Aders: mental health advocate and Founder of End The Silent Epidemic   In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Emma Aders shares a unique story of perseverance. Along her journey, Emma has faced many obstacles, the most recent being a neck injury. Yet, with each barrier, Emma has found an opportunity. Watch this episode to learn more about Emma's story and why she launched a...

Meet Katia Bell: The Self-Help Coach   In today's episode of Normalize The Conversation, Katia Bell offers insight into how we can take control of our own journey while waiting for professional services. Oftentimes, wait periods extend 6 months for treatment, but that does not mean you should have to wait 6 months for help. Join us as Katia shares an inside look into how self-help can act as...

Meet Shannon Keating: Founder of Babez Rising   In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Shannon Keating shares how a female's menstrual cycle impacts their mental health. From rising hormones to falling hormones, Shannon offers tips on how you can adapt your lifestyle to each phase for optimal wellness. Watch to learn more about how hormones change throughout the 4 phases of the menstr...

Meet Connor, mental health advocate and host of The Neighborhood Series    In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Connor shares how his mental health journey led him to start The Neighborhood Series, an IGTV series meant to amplify people's stories and let those watching know that they are not alone. Join us as Connor shares insight into his experience living with depression, bei...

Meet Joshua Donaldson, Founder of When The Music Stops    In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Joshua Donaldson shares how his mental health journey led to the creation of When The Music Stops. From living what many would consider the dream life to a miraculous survival of a suicide attempt, Joshua opens up about how it all inspired his passion project, 501(c)3 nonprofit organi...

Meet Steve Slayton: NAMI National State President’s Council Chair   In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Steve opens up his own mental health journey and how it inspired his work with NAMI. Watch to learn more about Steve's story, from overcoming feelings of hopelessness through therapy to coping mechanisms and resources provided by NAMI.   Trigger Warning: Suicidal Ideation &n...

Meet Rae Ebue, Founder of Pulse Kinection    In this week's episode of Normalize The Conversation, Rae Ebue opens up about her own struggles with mental health. During college, Rae really began to struggle with anxiety and panic attacks. She shares how difficult it was to be a new mental health consumer, and helpful information she has learned over the past two years. Join us as Rae dive...

Meet Zane Landin, Founder of Positive Vibes Magazine   In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Zane Landin shares how a school project turned into  an online magazine dedicated to sharing inspiring, powerful, community-based storytelling evoking transformational, positive change. As mental health has become more of a "trending" topic, Zane has become passionate about sharing authe...

Meet Agata Rogozinska, mental health advocate and host of Parade of Stories   In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Agata Rogozinska joins us all the way from Poland to share her experience with borderline personality disorder. From misdiagnosis of depression at 13, to an official diagnosis as an adult, Agata shares the confusion and difficulty that the misdiagnosis and improper medi...

Are you content with life or is life about producing content?  Meet Alastair Ballentyne, Host of the Emotional Language Clubhouse Room  In this episode of the Normalize The Conversation series, Alastair Ballentyne shares his wisdom with us on the importance of learning our emotional language. Alastair enlightens us with the idea of how our bodies are our subconscious mind, meaning that e...

Meet Kayla Sides: mental health advocate   In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Kayla Sides shares her own journey with Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Major Depressive Disorder. From lack of awareness and education on proper medication usage, Kayla ended up hospitalized in a psych ward. It was then, Kayla realized she had to teach herself how to better understand what she was goin...

Meet Megan Gormley: Epilepsy and Mental Health Advocate   In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Megan Gormley opens up about living with Epilepsy. Megan shares a brave recount of receiving her diagnosis and figuring out the right medication for her. Join us to learn more about Epilepsy and what to do if you witness someone having an active seizure.   Normalize The Conversation i...

Meet Paul Johnson: mental health advocate   In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Paul Johnson shares the importance of bringing mental health into the education sector. Watch this episode to learn about how the stigma is perpetuating a cycle of high suicide rates among our youth and why normalizing the conversation at a young age is so important.   Normalize The Conversation is...

Meet Ariella Sharf: mental health advocate and Founder of Eight by One   In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Ariella Sharf opens up about her mental health journey. In 2012,, Ariella started to struggle with severe depression, which led her to a visit in the psych ward. While there, Ariella unknowingly at the time, started a business that would donate money to mental health nonprof...

Meet Jeremy Greene, mental health advocate, life coach, and co-host of Social Ninjas Podcast   In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Jeremy Greene discusses how being bullied as a child led to severe social anxiety. In the height of his social anxiety, Jeremy decided he was ready to face his fear by hugging strangers. Tune in to learn more about Jeremy's story and how it led to Free...

Meet Michelle McManus, Founder of Baby Be Brave   In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Michelle McManus shares her adoption story. From heartbreak to healing, Michelle has developed an online community to offer support to adopters, adoptees, and those putting their child up for adoption. Join us to learn more about Michelle's mental health story, how being adopted had impacted her m...

Meet Lauren Sarafan: breathwork coach, comedy writer, and producer   In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Lauren Sarafan dives in to how breathwork has changed her life. From learning how to let go to being able to offer the gift of breathwork to her loved ones, Lauren shares all. Breathing is your body's love language. So, jump into bed with us as we explore the benefits of breathw...

Meet Sandra Roldan Pines: mental health first aider and Founder of Hope My Smile Make You Smile   In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Sandra Pines opens up about the heartbreaking, devastating moment she found her son dead on the floor. He had died by suicide. Since then, Sandra has dedicated her life to making a difference in the mental health community. Sandra's goal is to make s...

Meet Joe Knispel: co-host of Pillow Talk with Bros and mental health advocate   In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Joe Knispel shares his own journey with authentic vulnerability. Joe advocates for men to be able to openly express their emotions without judgement, because holding in emotions leads to mental health crises. Watch this episode to learn more about how men and mental h...