the 2 year anniversay/suicide awareness/ mega colab

h The conversation then delves into the challenges of discussing mental health, personal experiences, and coping mechanisms. It further explores support and advice for those in crisis, addressing the stigma and judgment around mental health. The conversation delves into the personal experiences of mental health struggles, including suicidal ideation and the impact of social media and the internet on mental health. It highlights the need for understanding and support for individuals dealing with mental health challenges, as well as the negative effects of online platforms on mental well-being. The conversation delves into the challenges of mental health stigma, the importance of therapy, and the need for empathy and compassion. Guests share their experiences and insights, highlighting the strength in feeling emotions and the value of therapy for everyone. The distinction between empathy and sympathy is emphasized, promoting the need for compassion over pity. Takeaways Suicide awareness and prevention Stigma and judgment around mental health Mental health struggles and suicidal ideation Impact of social media and internet on mental health Emotions are not weak, and feeling emotions takes courage and strength. Therapy is not only for those who are considered 'crazy' and should not be stigmatized. The difference between empathy and sympathy is important, and people need compassion, not pity. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Panel Introduction 03:06 Suicide Awareness Month 05:00 Challenges in Discussing Mental Health 07:59 Personal Experiences and Coping Mechanisms 15:01 Support and Advice for Those in Crisis 22:25 Mental Health Struggles 28:31 Impact of Social Media and Internet 43:56 Challenging the Stigma of Mental Health 44:20 The Power of Therapy and Emotional Strength 53:33 Empathy, Sympathy, and Compassion "If you want to try it, go to or click the link, api.psychpal.ca/try?ref=pete or use code PETE at checkout for 20% off." othering podcast: https://www.instagram.com/otheringpodcast/ https://www.otheringpodcast.com truth table: @the.truth.table.unapologetic https://open.spotify.com/show/7Lz6xfRzC0VMSYY99aik3Z?si=844e645e6983409f Chey: https://www.instagram.com/torturedsally93 lethal venom: noahspodcasts.com look in thru the glass: @lookinthrutheglass https://littg.riverside.com/