I think we can all agree that when we were kids, things were much different than they are today. Most of us probably spent our days racing our bikes, building forts, and chasing frogs around the pond.

The fact is, our kids are growing up in the middle of a raging mental health crisis. It's no wonder why anxiety and depression are on the rise among teenagers with all the pressure to succeed or be popular with unrealistic expectations fueled by social media, or worse, by their parents.

I'm thrilled to have Jason Reid with me today for another conversation on this important topic. Jason is a partner at CEO Coaching International, where he coaches top executives on achieving success. Tragically, after losing his 14-year-old son to suicide in 2018, Jason's focus shifted to helping other families navigate the complex world of mental health.

He founded TellMyStory.org, a nonprofit organization that educates and empowers parents to support their children through mental health challenges. Jason's mission is nothing short of inspiring - to end teen suicide by 2030.

In our conversation, you’ll learn:

The telltale signs that your child is grappling with depression and anxiety.
Parenting strategies for helping kids deal with their mental health struggles.
Why institutions are dropping the ball when it comes to tackling the mental health crisis.

Some of my favorite moments of the conversation:

How the media is exacerbating our kids’ insecurities.
The tragedy that transformed Jason into a leading mental health advocate.
Empowering our kids to become “mental health athletes.”
What kids wish their parents knew about their struggles.
The dangers of employing authoritarian tactics on your kids.
How to talk to your children so they feel understood and safe to be vulnerable.
How to tell if your child is going through a mental health crisis - and what to do about it.

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