Dr. Shahrzad Jalali, a licensed clinical psychologist from Newport Beach, dives into the pressing challenges of mental health. She discusses the societal pressures that complicate individual well-being and why proactive mental health care is often overlooked. Dr. Jalali explores evolving perspectives on therapy, the trend of casual narcissism labels, and the non-linear nature of healing from trauma. She also emphasizes the importance of personalized recovery strategies as we prepare for a mentally healthier 2025.