Embracing Self with Leah Banda
Episode Overview
Leah Banda shares her journey from feeling lost to finding hope. The importance of self-expression and mental health awareness. Community support plays a key role in healing and growth. Leah's initiative 'Mastering Me' inspires many on Instagram. Never give up on finding the right support and healing.
Find your song and like, you know, go after, do it. Do it. Live your song. Be your song. Be your light.
In this episode of the Neshamos Podcast, we are joined by Leah Banda, a 26-year-old who shares her transformative journey from a place of feeling lost and disassociated to embracing hope and self-acceptance. Leah, originally from Bower Park and now residing in Crown Heights, opens up about her struggles with mental health, insecurity, and self-doubt. She reflects on her younger years when she felt like every day was a battle and the world was against her.
However, through retreats, therapy, and community support, Leah embarked on a path of healing and self-discovery. Leah's journey is deeply intertwined with her Instagram initiative, Mastering Me, where she candidly shares her mental health experiences, spirituality, and personal growth. She recalls her breakthrough moment during a Rosh Hashanah retreat, where she first publicly expressed her passion for mental health advocacy. This experience empowered her to continue her mission and connect with others facing similar struggles.
Throughout the conversation, Leah emphasizes the importance of not giving up, even when facing challenges with therapists or friends. She believes in the power of perseverance and the potential of each new day to bring fresh opportunities for healing and connection. Leah's story is a testament to the strength found in vulnerability and the healing power of community. Her message is one of hope and resilience, encouraging listeners to embrace their journeys and find their inner light.
This episode is hosted by Moshe Dovchanan, a professional life coach with extensive experience in addiction recovery and self-development. Together, Moshe and Leah provide a platform for exploring the complexities of mental health and the path to personal empowerment.