Normalize The Conversation by Inspiring My Generation

Join host Francesca Reicherter in this enlightening episode of Normalize The Conversation as we delve deep into the realm of ableism and its profound impact on the disability community. Ableism, a prevailing form of prejudice and discrimination towards individuals with visible or invisible disabilities, casts a long shadow over mental health and overall well-being within this community. Francesca is joined by an incredible guest, Tiffany Yu, the visionary CEO and Founder of Diversability. Diversability stands as a vibrant community, uniting individuals with disabilities and their allies in a collective mission to uplift disability pride and drive positive change. Tiffany's profound insights and personal journey provide a captivating narrative that sheds light on the intricacies of ableism. In this episode, Tiffany Yu dives deep into the heart of the matter. She breaks down the multifaceted nature of ableism, elucidating its manifestations across various spheres of society. From subtle microaggressions to systemic barriers, the conversation uncovers the pervasive nature of ableism and its far-reaching implications. Tiffany's wealth of experience and expertise allows her to offer tangible solutions to the challenges faced by the disability community. With a compassionate approach, she provides listeners with actionable steps to improve diversability – fostering a more inclusive and equitable society for everyone. Tune in to gain a comprehensive understanding of ableism, its impact on mental health within the disability community, and how individuals and society at large can work together to dismantle these barriers. Join us as we *normalize the conversation* around ableism and empower the movement towards a more diverse, accepting, and compassionate world. Normalize The Conversation is your platform for meaningful dialogues on pressing social issues, hosted by Francesca Reicherter. Subscribe now to stay informed and engaged. --- Inspiring My Generation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization on a mission to suicide prevention through awareness, conversation, education, and support. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook: @Inspiring My Generation Visit our website: inspiringmygeneration.org

According to the 2022 National Survey on LGBTQ Youth Mental Health, 45% of LGBTQ youth seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year and 14% attempted suicide in the past year. Stigma, mistreatment, and lack of support have been reported as key elements in one’s risk of suicidality. Welcome to Normalize The Conversation, I am your host Francesca Reicherter and today I am joined by the author of “Be Amazing: A History of Pride” and LGBTQ Youth/Teen Advocate, Desmond. Join us as Desi opens up about the importance of supporting youth and teen exploration of gender identity, from both a personal and loved one’s perspective. --- Normalize The Conversation is an initiative of Inspiring My Generation focusing on normalizing the conversation, bringing education and awareness to the forefront, and amplifying global voices to spark change and hope. Inspiring My Generation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization on a mission to suicide prevention through awareness, conversation, education, and support. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook: @Inspiring My Generation Visit our website: inspiringmygeneration.org

An estimated 7 million adults in the United States live with a diagnosed bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorders are commonly characterized by shifts in mood, from elevation to depression. Everyone’s experience with bipolar disorder is unique to them, but in this episode, two mental health advocates diagnosed with bipolar 2 disorder share their combined experiences. Welcome to Normalize The Conversation, host Francesca Reicherter is joined by writer and mental wellness advocate, Bassey Ikpi. Join us as we dive deep into our own experiences living with bipolar 2 disorder: including the stigma, what has helped us along our journeys, and where we are today. --- Normalize The Conversation is an initiative of Inspiring My Generation focusing on normalizing the conversation, bringing education and awareness to the forefront, and amplifying global voices to spark change and hope. Inspiring My Generation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization on a mission to suicide prevention through awareness, conversation, education, and support. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook: @Inspiring My Generation Visit our website: inspiringmygeneration.org

In the early 2000s, the album Songs About Jane hit the billboard charts and stole the hearts of fans around the world. Maroon 5 was reaching an extraordinary level of fame, yet the founding drummer was silently struggling with his physical and mental health. Welcome to Normalize The Conversation, host Francesca Reicherter is joined by the founding drummer of Maroon 5, current mental health professional and advocate, and author of “Harder to Breathe: A Memoir of Making Maroon 5, Losing It All and Finding Recovery,” Ryan Dusick. Join us as Ryan discusses how he overcame challenges and found hope in his recovery. --- Normalize The Conversation is an initiative of Inspiring My Generation focusing on normalizing the conversation, bringing education and awareness to the forefront, and amplifying global voices to spark change and hope. Inspiring My Generation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization on a mission to suicide prevention through awareness, conversation, education, and support. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook: @Inspiring My Generation Visit our website: inspiringmygeneration.org

Finding a therapist that is right for you is so DIFFICULT. I mean, what questions do you even ask a therapist to know if they are competent within your culture and specific needs? How do you identify those early warning signs so that you can find a therapist that is a better fit for you? Welcome to Normalize The Conversation, host Francesca Reicherter is joined by a licensed professional clinical counselor and board-approved supervisor, Shani Tran. Shani creates videos to make people laugh while simultaneously empowering them to own their mental health. Join us as we uncover the questions you can ask your therapist to discover warning signs, and red flags, and ensure that you are working with someone who is the right fit for you. --- Normalize The Conversation is an initiative of Inspiring My Generation focusing on normalizing the conversation, bringing education and awareness to the forefront, and amplifying global voices to spark change and hope. Inspiring My Generation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization on a mission to suicide prevention through awareness, conversation, education, and support. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook: @Inspiring My Generation Visit our website: inspiringmygeneration.org

Kindness saves lives, and it is something that we are all capable of and in need of. Born This Way Foundation has developed various youth-led programs aimed at making kindness cool, validating the emotions of young people, and eliminating the stigma surrounding mental health. Welcome to Normalize The Conversation, host Francesca Reicherter is joined by Josh Hollin, a digital associate at Born This Way Foundation. Join us as Josh shares how his journey led him to join the Born This Way Foundation and the programs and initiatives that they have created on their way to making the world a kinder and braver place. --- Normalize The Conversation is an initiative of Inspiring My Generation focusing on normalizing the conversation, bringing education and awareness to the forefront, and amplifying global voices to spark change and hope. Inspiring My Generation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization on a mission to suicide prevention through awareness, conversation, education, and support. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook: @Inspiring My Generation Visit our website: inspiringmygeneration.org

Let’s face it being a young entrepreneur is so hard. How do I connect with people? What do I wear? How do I build up enough financial security? How do I take care of myself and protect my physical and mental wellness in the midst of so much chaos, work, and stress? Welcome to Normalize The Conversation, host Francesca Reicherter is joined by the content creator, storyteller, and passionate advocator, Sara Mora. Join us as Sara shares her journey as a young entrepreneur and the tools that have helped her become a powerful changemaker. --- Normalize The Conversation is an initiative of Inspiring My Generation focusing on normalizing the conversation, bringing education and awareness to the forefront, and amplifying global voices to spark change and hope. Inspiring My Generation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization on a mission to suicide prevention through awareness, conversation, education, and support. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook: @Inspiring My Generation Visit our website: inspiringmygeneration.org

According to the National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics, 22% of males and 17% of females used illegal drugs or misused prescription drugs within the last year. Since 1999, drug overdoses have killed almost 1 million individuals in the United States. Welcome to Normalize The Conversation, host Francesca Reicherter is joined by the founder and CEO of Recovery Management Agency and the author of Soulbriety a Plan to Heal Your Trauma Overcome Addiction and Reconnect With Your Soul, Dr. Elisa Hallerman. Join us as Dr. Hallerman vulnerably shares her own journey to sobriety, the tools that changed her life, and the Soulbriety approach she developed to help others along their own journey. --- Normalize The Conversation is an initiative of Inspiring My Generation focusing on normalizing the conversation, bringing education and awareness to the forefront, and amplifying global voices to spark change and hope. Inspiring My Generation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization on a mission to suicide prevention through awareness, conversation, education, and support. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook: @Inspiring My Generation Visit our website: inspiringmygeneration.org

Do you know that moment when out of the blue, you feel overwhelmed by panic, and your heart starts beating out of your chest, your breaths get shallow, and it feels all-consuming? Yeah, I’ve been there, the debilitating physical symptoms of a panic attack. But did you know that you can help regain control of a panic attack by stimulating your vagus nerve? Welcome to Normalize The Conversation, your host Francesca Reicherter is joined by Dr. Chuck Schaeffer, a licensed psychologist, sleep and panic expert, and author of the upcoming book When Panic Happens short Circuiting Anxiety and Fear On The Spot using Neuroscience and Polyvagal Theory by New Harbinger available 2024. Join us as Dr. Schaeffer breaks down panic and its causes, then shares what you can do to calm a panic attack. ---- Normalize The Conversation is an initiative of Inspiring My Generation focusing on normalizing the conversation, bringing education and awareness to the forefront, and amplifying global voices to spark change and hope. Inspiring My Generation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization on a mission to suicide prevention through awareness, conversation, education, and support. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook: @Inspiring My Generation Visit our website: inspiringmygeneration.org

Have you ever experienced an overwhelming feeling of stress and pressure at work? You are not alone! Work is commonplace for people to experience extreme levels of stress, often presenting itself through negative changes in job performance, productivity, work engagement, communication, and daily functioning. But stress and pressure within the workplace do not have to negatively impact your life. Welcome to Normalize The Conversation, your host Francesca Reicherter is joined by Nick Jonnson. Nick was born in Sweden and has spent the last 20 years living and working in Southeast Asia and has now relocated to Singapore about 5 years ago. He had a long corporate career as a managing director, but now his life has changed. After experiencing feelings of isolation and stress rising from extreme levels of pressure and a lack of tools to alleviate the stress, he has left the corporate world and is now organizing confidential peer groups for senior executives and business owners to create a safe space outside of the workplace for individuals to discuss stress, pressure, and other work-related challenges. Join us as we uncover the influence of stress and pressure in the workplace on one’s mental health and what we can do to reduce the negative impact.