Keeping Ashland Healthy - Episode 27 – Remember When Having Feelings Was Normal and Not a Disorder?Keeping Ashland Healthy - Episode 27 – Remember When Having Feelings Was Normal and Not a Disorder?
Keeping Ashland Healthy
(Record Date: July 11, 2023) The Prevention educators tackle feelings and emotions in today’s episode. Kris Hickey, Wendy Lemon, and Leanne White point out the need to normalize emotions and feelings and when professional help might be needed.
21:11•28 Aug 2023
Why Normal Emotions Matter: A Deep Dive with Ashland's Mental Health Experts
Episode Overview
- Normalizing emotions and building resilience is crucial, especially for young individuals.
- Exploring the adverse effects of suppressing emotions and solely relying on pharmaceutical solutions.
- Highlighting the need for healthy coping strategies and skills to address stress and anxiety.
- Emphasizing the significance of adults as role models in demonstrating effective ways of dealing with emotions.
- Providing valuable insights and practical activities for empowering both the younger and older generations.
“I don't need to be so stressed about stress. So I've learned some things today. - Host, Keeping Ashland Healthy Podcast”
Remember when feeling sad or anxious was just part of being human? In this eye-opening episode of 'Keeping Ashland Healthy', David Ross, Wendy Lemon, Chris Hickey, and Leanne White discuss why it's crucial to normalize our emotions. They explore how modern society often labels natural feelings as disorders, especially among young people. The conversation touches on the harmful effects of suppressing emotions and emphasizes the importance of resilience.
They also delve into the impact of social media and academic pressures on mental health, questioning whether we rely too much on medication to solve emotional issues. This episode is packed with practical advice for managing stress and anxiety, and highlights the role adults play in modeling healthy emotional responses. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or someone navigating your own emotional landscape, you'll find valuable insights and activities to help you cope better with life's ups and downs.
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