Tanner Keegan Read
Tanner Keegan Read
From Darkness to Advocacy: The Truth About Mental Health Recovery with Noah May
From Darkness to Advocacy: The Truth About Mental Health Recovery with Noah May
From Darkness to Advocacy: The Truth About Mental Health Recovery with Noah May
Friday 6th March 2026
Noah May shares his journey from battling depression to becoming a mental health advocate. Discover how family, tattoos, and storytelling play a role.
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56 minutes
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About this podcast
Author:
Tanner Keegan Read
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Body & Mind
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Family support can play a crucial role in mental health recovery.
- Open conversations help break the stigma around mental health.
- Tattoos can serve as meaningful symbols of healing.
- Sharing personal stories can inspire others facing similar challenges.
- Finding a platform for your voice can transform personal struggles into advocacy.
I thought I was the only one that ever had depression and anxiety growing up.
What can we learn from those who have battled addiction? Noah May's journey from a 13-year-old battling depression and anxiety to a vocal advocate for mental health is nothing short of inspiring. In this candid conversation, Noah shares how childhood bullying and social pressures shaped his early years, leading him to believe he was an outcast. His story takes a turn when he discovers the power of journalism and podcasting as platforms to share his truth and connect with others.
Noah opens up about the role of genetics and family support in mental health recovery, shedding light on how his mother's own struggles with depression prepared her to support him. Tattoos also make an appearance as symbols of healing and survival, each one telling a story of resilience. With humour and honesty, Noah discusses how he turned his personal challenges into a career in journalism and podcasting, using his voice to break stigmas and encourage open conversations about mental health.
Keegan, the host, guides the discussion with empathy, creating a space where Noah's experiences can resonate with listeners who might be facing similar battles. The episode is a testament to the power of sharing one's story and finding strength in vulnerability. As Noah puts it, being open about mental health struggles is crucial because keeping it bottled up can lead to irreversible consequences.
This episode is a reminder that recovery is possible, and that advocacy can start with a single story. So, what drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Could it be the same courage that Noah found in sharing his truth? Tune in to find out.