Talk2BeWell

This Pride Month, we're shining a light on mental health and the LGBTQ+ community! From finding safe spaces to navigating identity and self-love, we're talking about what really matters. It's all about support, connection, and reminding each other that you're never alone.For mental health resources for LGBTQ+ community and allies visit, The Trevor Project - an American nonprofit organization focused on suicide prevention efforts for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning youth.  ★ Support this podcast ★

Music isn't just background noise — it's a tool for healing, connection, and self-care. In this episode, we're diving into how it boosts mood, eases stress, and supports your mental health, one song at a time. From feel-good playlists to emotional release, it's more powerful than you think!#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #music #teenmentalhealth ★ Support this podcast ★

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we're so excited to team up with our friends at Erika's Lighthouse to bring you this special episode! In this discussion, you'll learn about both organization's mission to promote mental health, how our resources can pair together really well,and ultimately how we'll activate our communities during this important month.Erika's Lighthouse - Positivity PledgeThe Positivity Pledge makes mental health empowerment fun! Themed weeks focused on nutrition and mindfulness along with a new challenge each day including #Sharesunday, #Mentalhealthmonday, #Winningwednesday, and #Familyfriendsfriday.#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #w2bwnsac #teenmentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness ★ Support this podcast ★

Emotional avoidance can make problems feel distant and our actions to remedy a situation delayed. In this episode, NSAC encourages you to embrace your emotions and move through them. You've got to “Feel it to Heal it”!Access W2BW's Empathy Module!#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #emotions #sel ★ Support this podcast ★

The seasons change and so do we! This episode is dedicated to spring cleaning, letting go of what no longer serves you and making space for new or different experiences ahead.#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #springcleaning #teenmentalhealth ★ Support this podcast ★

Are you passionate about mental health advocacy? Want to build a network of national connections? Apply for Work2BeWell's National Student Advisory Council (NSAC)! In this episode, NSAC Team Leads talk about what it means to be a student leader, the opportunities that come with being a member of NSAC, and the commitment to have a strong impact on mental health advocacy each and every year.NSAC 2025-2026 Application due Thursday, May 1st, 2025!#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #w2bwnsac #teenmentalhealth #leadership ★ Support this podcast ★

FOMO aka Fear of Missing Out can fuel isolation and negative thoughts. W2BW NSAC members share their experiences dealing with FOMO, its connection to peer pressure, and advice on moving through it.#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #fomo #teentalk #lonely ★ Support this podcast ★

Can there be too much of a good thing? During this episode, W2BW's National Student Advisory Council members join Dr. Henderson for a much needed chat on toxic positivity, and why pushing positivity to the extreme never works out well. #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #toxicpositivity #teentalk  ★ Support this podcast ★

The Art of Self-Compassion is a skill that's developed over years and with practice. W2BW's NSAC members discuss the similarities between self-compassion and self-care; highlighting the importance of extending kindness and understanding to yourself.W2BW's Self-Care Module - https://work2bewell.org/curriculum/mental-wellness/self-care-module-form/#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #selfcare #compassion  ★ Support this podcast ★

It's common to feel anxiety build up when preparing for the end of a year and what's to come ahead. During this episode, W2BW's NSAC members dive into why we experience that ‘Running Out of Time' feeling and share tips on how to fight the anxiety that comes with it. #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #newyear #teentalk  ★ Support this podcast ★

Every year Seniors endure, what many describe as the most stressful time in a high school student's life, College Applications. On this episode, we have a group of Seniors (and 1 eager Junior) from W2BW's National Student Advisory Council share what their experience was like and how they're battling senioritis! Managing stress can be done through a variety of ways. Check out W2BW's Stress Module to learn more!#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #stress #collegeapplications #teenmentalhealth  ★ Support this podcast ★

Self-care plays a huge role in our ability to manage stress and navigate difficult times. During this episode, W2BW's National Student Advisory Council came together to reflect on the 2024 Elections and share advice on calming the chaos, both externally and internally.Check out W2BW's Self-Care Module. In this module, students learn about the eight types of self-care and why it's important. They will also get support in discovering what self-care looks like for them so they can proactively care for their own mental health.#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #electionstress #teenmentalhealth #selfcare  ★ Support this podcast ★

On the path to reaching your goals it's important to acknowledge the small wins along the way! During this episode, W2BW's National Student Advisory Council members discuss the importance of celebrating the little things. Practicing gratitude and mindfulness can be a great way to improve your mood and mental health.Click here to access: W2BW's Mindfulness Module #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #gratitude #teenmentalhealth #mindfulness  ★ Support this podcast ★

Charli xcx's popularity soared this past summer with her album “brat”, and the song, Apple, was a particular standout. During this episode, NSAC members will discuss the introspective nature of the song, and their advice on boundary setting this Thanksgiving. Remember, setting boundaries and practicing self-care through the holidays is essential to your mental health! Checkout W2BW's Self-Care module to learn about the eight types of self-care and why they're important.#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #charlixcx #thanksgiving #settingboundaries #selfcare ★ Support this podcast ★

On this episode, teens from W2BW's National Student Advisory Council give insight into exam season and how to manage all the stress. The pressure to perform academically can have a lot of negative impact on student's mental health. Check out W2BW's Stress Module for tangible tips for getting in your best state of mind before taking midterms.#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #stress #teststress ★ Support this podcast ★

On this episode, W2BW's National Student Advisory Council members have a heartfelt discussion on the negative toll gun violence and school shootings are having on teenagers today. If you're experiencing anxiety and grief related to school shootings know that you are not alone. Visit Work2BeWell.org to learn more about how to manage anxiety and grief.W2BW's Anxiety Module - With this module, students will learn what anxiety is, the signs ofanxiety, how to move from anxious thinking to realistic thinking and get connected with resourcesand suggestions for what to do when feeling anxious.W2BW's Grief Module - With this module, students will be provided tools to help manage grief andnormalize reactions to death and other losses, along with resources to understand and workthrough those reactions.#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #schoolsafety #gunviolence #teenmentalhealth ★ Support this podcast ★

School Anxiety can manifest in a variety of ways and for numerous reasons. During this episode, high school students share their experiences and advice navigating classroom jitters. Checkout W2BW's Anxiety module to learn more about managing symptoms.#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #schoolanxiety #teenmentalhealth #anxiety ★ Support this podcast ★

On this episode, W2BW's National Student Advisory Council members discuss the importance of prioritizing mental health. Online mental health screens are available at Mental Health America's website and can connect you to great resources. Take action and work towards feeling your best!*Online screening tools are meant to be a quick snapshot of your mental health. If your results indicate you may be experiencing symptoms of a mental illness, consider sharing your results with someone you trust like a parent, counselor, or coach. A mental health provider (such as a doctor or a therapist) can give you a full assessment and talk to you about options for how to feel better. #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #mentalhealthscreening #teenmentalhealth ★ Support this podcast ★

Many Gen Z teens are experiencing voting for their first Presidential election and that's shifting politics in a huge way! Hear from high school students across the U.S. discuss what they believe America needs right now. The next President of the United States of America will deeply impact generations to come. Be Mindful & Vote! The first step to making sure your voice is heard in the 2024 Presidential Election is registering to vote. Visit Vote.gov for all the information you need to participate in your national, state, and local elections. #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #elections #politics #mentalhealth #vote  ★ Support this podcast ★

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and we can all help to prevent suicide! Listen to teen mental health advocates discuss W2BW's State by State Mental Health Resources List and crisis curriculums. Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem. Learn more about W2BW Resources at Work2BeWell.org. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis and needs immediate assistance, call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org. Tomorrow needs you! #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #suicideprevention #988 #mentalhealth #tomorrowneedsyou  ★ Support this podcast ★

On this episode, T2BW host Dr. Robin Henderson welcomes new and returning members of W2BW's National Student Advisory Council to the 2024-2025 school year. Each year an amazing group of students from across the U.S. are brought together by their common mission to promote teen mental health. Listen to hear the formal announcement of NSAC '24-'25 and what they're all about!#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #backtoschool #teenmentalhealth #w2bwnsac  ★ Support this podcast ★

A Talk2BeWell Podcast on Finals & AP Testing Anxiety. Earlier this year we recorded EP 109: Testing Stress, but this episode will focus more specifically on Finals & AP Exams. In this episode you'll hear from 10th - 12th graders on W2BW's National Student Advisory Council '23-'24. For help with managing stress and anxiety, check out W2BW's Stress & Anxiety Curriculums. #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #anxiety #stress #teenmentalhealthn #aptesting ★ Support this podcast ★

A special Talk2BeWell Podcast episode in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Learn about events taking place across the US in May 2024, and hear stories from NSAC members about the process of planning a mental health activity in a school or community. Looking for a way to become more involved with mental health and Work2BeWell? Check us out at https://work2bewell.org/get-involved/For information on Work2BeWell's National Student Advisory Council '23 - '24, please visit https://work2bewell.org/about/nsac/The National Student Advisory Council is open for applications until May 17th, 2024. Application process is outlined at https://work2bewell.org/get-involved/join-nsac/ Reach out to support@work2bewell.org with any questions!#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #mentalhealthawareness  ★ Support this podcast ★

A Talk2BeWell Podcast on the effects of climate change and its impact on mental health.Checkout W2BW's Anxiety Module -  https://work2bewell.org/curriculum/stress/anxiety-module-form/For more resources specific to Climate Anxiety, visit the Climate Mental Health Network - https://www.climatementalhealth.net/resources#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #ecoanxiety #climatechange ★ Support this podcast ★

A Talk2BeWell Podcast on Sleep health! Adequate sleep is vital for everyone but especially for youth. In this episode you can listen and learn about the importance of sleep.#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #sleep #dreams #mentalhealthWork2BeWell ★ Support this podcast ★

A Talk2BeWell Podcast on the importance of laughter for your health. This episode focuses on the positive effect laughter has on an individual's mind and body.#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #laughter #livelaughlove ★ Support this podcast ★

A Talk2BeWell Podcast on celebrating everybody and every body! Honoring the differences between us is what truly makes us beautiful inside and out.If you would like to hear additional episodes about body image issues and how best to manage them, please check out these two past episodes of T2BW.Ep 37: Social Media + Body Imagehttps://open.spotify.com/episode/7AFWAR0k3EBBibcBlNAU9x?si=KHioX4VIRs-JLGFFAwjugA Ep 68: Body Dysmorphia + Body Imagehttps://open.spotify.com/episode/3CxXkCzcITpncvsrE4THkx?si=MqGe8wrcRiSiljGkGjVyLw#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #bodyimage #celebrate ★ Support this podcast ★

Talk2BeWell Podcast on how to beat burn out! Teens have expressed an enormous amount of stress in the last few years for a variety of reasons but the #1 being School. Students are facing new and old pressures to fit-in, stand out, and be the future leaders of tomorrow. NSAC members share their insight on being a teenager of today.For more ideas on how to manage stress review W2BW's Stress Curriculum - https://work2bewell.org/curriculum/stress/#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #teenmentalhealth #stress ★ Support this podcast ★

A Talk2BeWell Podcast on healthy ways to express yourself! Do you have a good understanding on your love languages? In this episode we'll dive into what the 5 love languages mean and how to effectively express them.Check out W2BW's Relationships Curriculum - https://work2bewell.org/curriculum/relationships #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #sel #lovelanguages #relationships ★ Support this podcast ★

A Talk2BeWell Podcast sharing tips on how to manage Valentine's Day while single and practice some inspired self-care. For ideas on self-care, please visit Work2BeWell.org/curriculum/mental-wellnessIn the W2BW Self-Care Module students will learn about the eight types of self-care and why it's important so they can proactively care for their mental health. #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #valentinesday #palentines #relationships  ★ Support this podcast ★

A Talk2BeWell Podcast to discuss testing stress. Whether students are on a trimester or semester schedule testing for Finals can be extremely taxing to teens routines. W2BW's NSAC members share coping techniques with each other and what helps them push through the pressure and stress that comes along with tests.#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #teenmentalhealth #finals #stress #tests ★ Support this podcast ★

A Talk2BeWell Podcast on Seasonal Affective Disorder. SAD is a very common disorder, but people don't always have their facts straight on what the disorder is and how deeply it can affect daily life.#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #SAD #SeasonalAffectiveDisorder ★ Support this podcast ★

A Talk2BeWell Podcast to celebrate the start of 2024 and share tips on how to stay committed to resolutions and goals throughout the year! Find out what our National Student Advisory Council members are looking forward to in 2024.#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #teenmentalhealth #newyear ★ Support this podcast ★

A Talk2BeWell Podcast to share advice and stories on dealing with family stress.#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #stress #family #advice ★ Support this podcast ★

A Talk2BeWell Podcast to discuss managing financial stress. Money is essential in our everyday lives but what happens when it becomes our all-encompassing focus? During this episode NSAC members share ideas on dealing with the stress that comes with finances.#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #teenmentalhealth #financialstress #budgeting ★ Support this podcast ★

A Talk2BeWell Podcast on how to handle anticipated holiday stress.In addition to listening to this episode we recommend reviewing W2BW's Stress Module - Work2BeWell Stress & Anxiety lessons for youth & teens#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #holidays #stress ★ Support this podcast ★

A Talk2BeWell Podcast to discuss the etiquette behind debating politics, fighting fairly, and ensuring there's a safe space for all ideas to be heard.#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #politics #debating #safespace ★ Support this podcast ★

A Talk2BeWell Podcast to discuss coping with college application stress. National Student Advisory Council members share insight into the college application experience - covering the good and bad of planning for your future post high school.Looking for support with your mental health? Check out Work2BeWell.org#Talk2bewell #work2bewell #teenmentalhealth #collegeapplications #stress ★ Support this podcast ★

A Talk2BeWell Podcast to bring awareness to Domestic Violence and destigmatize the shame survivors experience. In this episode, students share personal stories and advice for young people in unhealthy relationships. If you're aware of a Domestic Violence situation or are in one yourself, we highly recommend contacting the National Domestic Violence Hotline by texting ‘START' to 88788. You can also visit their website at Domestic Violence Support | National Domestic Violence Hotline (thehotline.org) Looking for support with your mental health? Check out Work2BeWell.org #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #domesticviolence ★ Support this podcast ★

Talk2BeWell's 100th episode recorded! This is a special milestone for Work2BeWell. In this podcast episode W2BW's National Student Advisory Council members from Freshmen to Seniors discuss the difference and overlap of school based anxiety and social anxiety. Looking for support with your mental health? Check out Work2BeWell.org #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #schoolanxiety #socialanxiety  ★ Support this podcast ★

A Talk2BeWell Podcast to discuss screens for anxiety and depression, benefits, what they tell us, andhow to ask your parent to request one in your next check-up. Visit Mental Health America to Take a Mental Health Test – Mental Health America (mhanational.org)Online screening is one of the quickest and easiest ways to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. Taking a Mental Health Test is the first step to assessing symptoms and creating an plan of action to seek help. Looking for support with your mental health? Check out Work2BeWell.org #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #teenmentalhealth #mentalhealthscreens #selfcare ★ Support this podcast ★