Michelle Chaffardet
Michelle Chaffardet
YES INSTITUTE
YES INSTITUTE
YES INSTITUTE
Friday 6th January 2023
Join Michelle Chaffardet with Ayani and Naomi from YES Institute as they discuss LGBTQ+ youth mental health, suicide prevention, and the importance of acceptance.
34 minutes
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Michelle Chaffardet
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Mindful Recovery
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Innovative Healing Arts
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Get the buttons here!Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth: Addressing Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
When being in the closet, I'm bullying the person who is being their authentic self, because they have what I want and I feel powerless, projection exactly.
Michelle Chaffardet opens a crucial conversation with Ayani and Naomi from the YES Institute, focusing on the mental health struggles faced by LGBTQ+ youth. In this episode of 'The Mindful Space', the trio dives into the pressing issue of rising suicide rates within this community, especially in the aftermath of the pandemic. They shed light on the warning signs and preventive measures that can make a difference.
Ayani and Naomi share their mission to create a world free of violence and discrimination, offering insights into how education and awareness can play pivotal roles in achieving this vision. They discuss the harsh realities of bullying and discrimination in schools and how these experiences exacerbate mental health issues among LGBTQ+ youth. Personal stories and reflections add depth to their discussion, making it clear that acceptance and support are essential.
Key points include the significance of respecting pronouns and names, the profound impact of parental acceptance on reducing suicide risk, and the availability of resources like The Trevor Project for those in crisis. This episode is a heartfelt and informative exploration of how we can all contribute to a safer, more inclusive world for LGBTQ+ youth.