Podcasts about morgan's message

#115: This week, Dan Maigler and Mags Roemer join Kat on The Mental Matchup. Dan and Mags both work for Paws for Patrick, a non-profit organization connecting young people with Emotional Support Animals and therapy dogs to help with their mental health. They discuss why the organization was founded, the benefits of having an emotional support animal and how Paws for Patrick works!Check out Dan's podcast, Not Allowed to DieFind out more about Morgan's Message here Follow Morgan's Message hereSubmit your story here

Welcome to Media in the Mix, the only podcast produced and hosted by the School of Communication at American University. Join us as we create a safe space to explore topics and communication at the intersection of social justice, tech, innovation & pop culture. Today, we're joined by two SOC Student-Athletes, Deirdre Brown and Aidan Delehanty! Aidan is a junior majoring in journalism and political science at the School of Communication! Before coming to AU, he was a member of the National Honors Society, a High Honor Roll student with distinction and of course now, a D1 athlete at AU! He loves reading comic books, collecting sneakers, and collecting swim caps from all the different teams he's swam against. Deirdre Brown is a freshman starting her first year at AU as a D1 Lacrosse player! Before coming to AU, she was a member of the NSPA/JEA Quill and Scroll National Journalism Honors Society, was also DCL All-Star and All-Conference in both field hockey and swimming. She is also an ambassador for Morgan's Message and co-founded a non-profit lip balm company called ‘Lip Bomb' in 2023 from which all proceeds go toward Morgan's Message. She is just starting her Communications journey at American! Learn more about SOC in the links below: Graduate Admissions: http://www.american.edu/soc/admissions/index.cfm Undergraduate Admission: https://www.american.edu/admissions/ Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram

This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome back friend of the program, Brandon Robinson who's teamed up with Morgan's Message to help promote Mental Health Awareness. Robinson had a knee injury that resulted in blood-clots in his lungs. It was a very dark time; he doesn't want to see anyone have to go through that struggle alone. So along with Morgan's Message, Robinson is doin his part to help end the stigma. The Haudenosaunee Nation and it's people got a huge endorsement from US President Joe Biden this week, who officially gave his backing for the Haudenosaunee's to be in the LA28 Olympic games. We keep things positive, break down week 1, get you set for week 2 and help you try to win some money in Box Bets. All that and more on this week's OTCB.

#113 - This week on The Mental Matchup, we are joined by a mother-daughter duo, Kirsten and Joey Early. Kirsten, an Ambassador for Morgan's Message, and her family moved from the US to England and throughout the episode, discusses the differences in culture, making new friends, and adapting to life across the Atlantic Ocean. The pair also shares both of their unique experiences when it came to Joey's disordered eating. They talk about everything from the fear and concern of a parent to Joey's inpatient care to what their life living in Malvern, PA looks like now. You can read even more about Kirsten's side of the story in her beautifully written piece titled “A Parent's Story” on The Mental Matchup Stories site. We are so grateful that they were both willing to come on and share such an open and honest conversation with everyone.

#108: In this week's episode, we have Part 2 of Emily Perrin's conversation with Kat. After discussing her own student-athlete journey during Part 1 of her episode, this episode touches on her work with athletes and her company, Perrin Wellness and Performance. It's clear that Emily's passion is to spread mental health awareness and we are so appreciative that she works with Morgan's Message! We discuss using mindfulness to check in and gain awareness, validation, compassion, breath work, and movement.Follow Morgan's Message: @morgansmessageVisit: Morgan's MessageSubmit a story: The Mental MatchupConnect with Emily here Find out more about Perrin Wellness and Performance here

Show notes: This week we are joined by Emily Perrin, LMSW. Emily is the Director of Medical Advisory Council for Morgan's Message and owns her own company, Perrin Wellness and Performance. She played collegiate soccer at University of Virginia before becoming a D1 coach and understands the importance of mental health awareness and recovery for athletes. During Part 1 of Emily's episode, she opens up about her own student-athlete experience and how that has impacted her work now. Stay tuned for Part 2!TW: Suicide, suicide ideation, self-harm, anxietyFollow Morgan's Message: @morgansmessageVisit: Morgan's MessageSubmit a story: The Mental MatchupConnect with Emily here Find out more about Perrin Wellness and Performance here

#105: This week, Kat sits down with Kristen Vacca, a student athlete and Morgan's Message Ambassador at McKendree University. Throughout the episode, Kristen opens up about her experience as an international student both through the recruiting process and also as a student living in a new country for college. Kristen talks about her own struggles with mental health and how she has helped spearhead initiatives to bring about changes at her school to give student athletes more safe spaces around campus.Follow Morgan's Message: @morgansmessageVisit: Morgan's MessageSubmit a story: The Mental MatchupPresented by Morgan's Message

Tara Kerr is our guest on The Mental Matchup this week. Tara grew up in NYC and is currently a senior on the women's lacrosse team at William and Mary. Tara discusses how she struggled at the beginning of college with loss, injury, and dealing with the strict rules of COVID. She used journaling and affirmations as constructive ways to help deal with difficult times and has created her own mental health and wellness Instagram to help record her journey, @tsgoodvibes. Tara also touches on opening up to her teammates and sharing her personal story.Follow Morgan's Message: @morgansmessageVisit: Morgan's MessageSubmit a story: The Mental MatchupPresented by Morgan's Message

In this episode, Kat Zempolich joins me to discuss her recruiting and college lacrosse career at Duke University. Then we dig into Morgan's Message®, the organization she helped start to honor and remember her teammate and friend Morgan Rodgers who tragically took her own life in 2019. Morgan's Message® strives to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health within the student-athlete community and equalize the treatment of physical and mental health in athletics. They aim to expand the dialogue on mental health by normalizing conversations, empowering those who suffer in silence, and supporting those who feel alone. In this compelling and moving podcast, Kat and I discuss Morgan's story and the mission that the organization is carrying out today. Please visit https://www.morgansmessage.org/ to learn more about the ambassador program and how you can help.Kat Zempolich shares her journey as a college athlete and the challenges she faced. coaches and the importance of supportive coaching for young women. . Lastly, she shares the story of her friend Morgan and the formation of Morgan's Message, a nonprofit focused on mental health in student athletes. Morgan's Message aims to de-stigmatize mental health in the student-athlete community by creating a community and providing resources. The organization has two main initiatives: creating a community for student athletes to support each other and the Ambassador Program. The Ambassador Program has grown to over 3500 ambassadors on around 1800 campuses, allowing for the expansion of the dialogue on mental health. The response on campuses has been positive, with student athletes organizing Morgan's Message themed games and using their platforms to raise awareness. The personal mission of Morgan's Message is to help someone else's Morgan and provide support and resources to those struggling with mental health.TakeawaysThe decision to pursue a college sport can be influenced by various factors, including personal interests, skill level, and future career opportunities.Supportive coaching is crucial for the development and success of young athletes, particularly in creating a positive and empowering environment.The college recruiting process can be complex and varies depending on the sport and individual circumstances.Mental health is an important aspect of student athletes' well-being, and there is a need for increased support and resources in this area.The loss of a friend to suicide can have a profound impact and inspire individuals to take action in raising awareness and providing support for mental health. Morgan's Message aims to de-stigmatize mental health in the student-athlete community.The Ambassador Program has grown to over 3500 ambassadors on around 1800 campuses.Student athletes have organized Morgan's Message themed games and used their platforms to raise awareness.The personal mission of Morgan's Message is to help someone else's Morgan and provide support and resources to those struggling with mental health.Chapters18:37 Coaching Young Women and its Impact23:26 College Recruiting Process31:54 Experience Playing at Duke35:03 Friendship with Morgan and Her Passing44:04 Formation of Morgan's Message45:27 Creating a Community for Student Athletes48:24 The Ambassador Program50:45 Expanding Chapters and Campus Response52:32 Using Platforms to Raise Awareness53:07 Personal Mission and Advice for Supporting Others

#103: In this week's episode of The Mental Matchup, Brandon Allen connects with Kat. Brandon was born and raised in the Bronx, NY, and then moved to Lancaster, PA, when he was ten years old. He went on to play college football at Towson University and is now a mental health advocate after going through a difficult period in college when he questioned his self-worth. Brandon talks about his struggles with mental health and how his passion helped him create his brand @loveyourself. TW: Suicide Follow Morgan's Message: @morgansmessageVisit: Morgan's MessageSubmit a story: The Mental MatchupFollow Love Yourself: @loveyourselfShop: Love Yourself Clothing Presented by Morgan's Message

In this week's episode of The Mental Matchup, Brock Turnbaugh joins the podcast. Brock grew up in Northern Maryland and was a three sport athlete at Hereford High School. He went to play lacrosse as a goalie at Johns Hopkins University and discusses the transition from high school to college and how he was often hyper focused on other people versus focusing on himself. During the episode, Brock opens up about his own internal battle with self confidence and finding his passion connecting mental health and athletics. He is currently in school at Loyola University Maryland getting his Masters in Clinical Professional Counseling. Brock also works with student athletes through Morgan's Message at the Johns Hopkins chapter!

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During her freshman year of college at Duke University, Anna Callahan lost a teammate and close friend, Morgan Rogers. The impact of this loss inspired Anna to let go of fears she had about being herself and stop hiding parts of herself she felt made her different. She began to embrace being an advocate for mental health and helped start Morgan's Message which now has chapters on close to 1000 high school and college campuses. Her strength and her story are inspiring as she continues to be an example to others of someone who attacks the stigma surrounding mental illness. 

We all struggle. Read that again…We all struggle.  Everybody is going through something in their life and everyone has a story to tell. It can be easy to feel like we are the only ones feeling the way we do. The next thing we know, those feelings have turned into reality because we tell ourselves there is nowhere to turn.  In those moments, it is important to remember that help is just a phone call away. On the other side of that experience, it's equally as important to be the person on the other side of the phone who can listen and remind your loved one who's struggling that everything will be okay.  We had an amazing chat with Kat Zempolich on this week's episode of Warriors Unmasked! If you haven't heard of her, she's the Co-Founder, Board Member, Co-Host of The Mental Matchup, and Director for Morgan's Message. During our conversation, we discuss our journey with mental health and how to support others who make be facing depression and suicidal thoughts. Hit play to hear Kat's sports journey, how she decided on lacrosse, and what led to Duke. It was there she met her friend and teammate Morgan, that would change her life forever. After Morgan suddenly passed, Kat embarked on a heroic mission, sharing “Morgan's Message” and is now helping young people win their mental health battles.  Trust us, this conversation was filled with so much wisdom and insight. Kat shared her thoughts on why some people struggle to reach out for support and what we can do to overcome those barriers. We also delved into the topic of college athletics and mental health. With the pressures and demands placed on college athletes, it's no secret that this can take a toll on their mental well-being. Kat shared her experiences and offered practical advice for anyone navigating these challenges. This episode is packed full of good reminders we can all return to when times get tough. If you enjoy this conversation, help us spread the word! Send this episode to a friend that you think would benefit from it and follow the links below to reach out to us and connect more.    More Of What's Inside: The emotional journey through mental health struggles The feeling of being lost post-college Mental health among student-athletes How Kat is building a safety net for young people The importance of checking in on your friends When physical injuries turn into mental battles When Kat's teammate Morgan passed away unexpectedly When Kat walked off the field  Kat's experience with lacrosse and field hockey  Growing up with two siblings on the spectrum Overcoming the pressure to perform and please others And much more!   GUEST LINKS: Website: Morgan's Message Podcast: The Mental Matchup Podcast — Morgan's Message Apple: The Mental Matchup on Apple Podcasts Instagram: Morgan's Message (@morgansmessage) Email: info@morgansmessage.org LINKS: malarchuk.com/book  malarchuk.com  www.thecompassionateconnection.com www.warriorsunmasked.com  Follow us on Instagram Like us on Facebook Subscribe To Our YouTube My Community Contact   Episode Minute By Minute: 0:02 What's inside to today's episode 1:35 Thank you to today's sponsors  3:06 Get to know Kat Zempolich 13:03 When Kat became a college athlete  16:55 How Kat became a lacrosse player 31:19 Kat's mental health journey  37:38 The pressure of playing at Duke 43:03 The story behind Morgan's Message 51:09 How to join Kat's community  54:22 Kat's advice for everyone listing 

On this episode of RADical Hope Radio, Lucy is talking to Kat Zempolich from The Mental Matchup podcast, powered by Morgan's Message. They discuss college athlete mental health, learning to ask for help and realizing that you are not alone.

In today's episode of The Mental Matchup, Kat is joined by Tori Bates. Tori grew up in Maryland and played collegiate lacrosse at the University of Florida. Throughout the episode, Tori opens up about her experience as an athlete dealing with multiple injuries and the different side effects that many people can experience, like more restricted eating and depression. Tori and Kat also discuss the importance of focusing on the overall long-term health of herself both mentally and physically. After listening to the podcast, don't forget to check out Tori's story “More Than a Number” on the Morgan's Message site under The Mental Matchup Podcast: Stories!

On episode 1 of the Dean's List, we'll explore mental health awareness and the programs, services and initiatives offered at Gardner-Webb for students. Hosted by Lesley Villarose, vice president for Student Development and dean of students – today's guests include Stephanie Allen, director of Counseling Services, Carrie Drake Baker, director of Academic Services for Student-Athletes, and Blake Elizalde, SGA president. The episode will also feature four GWU Women's Lacrosse players and the work they're doing through an organization called Morgan's Message. This is the official podcast channel for Gardner-Webb University. You can find and subscribe to official Gardner-Webb podcasts like these on your favorite platforms. ### **Music for this episode features: Mango by tubebackr soundcloud.com/tubebackr Music promoted by www.free-stock-music.com Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported (CC BY-ND 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/3.0/ Positive Corporate by Mixaund mixaund.bandcamp.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com

Episode 199b is with Kat Zempolich of Morgan's Message. Kat Zempolich is a Co-Founder, Board Member, co-host of The Mental Matchup and Director of Podcasting for Morgan's Message. She grew up in northern Virginia and attended Duke University. She was a member of the Duke Women's lacrosse team with Morgan. She graduated from Duke's Trinity College in 2018 with a B.A. in Public Policy, certificate in Markets and Management Studies and minor in Visual and Media Studies. After graduating, Kat attended Duke University's Fuqua School of Business and graduated in 2019 with a Master's of Science. She currently lives and works in Boston. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aaronconrad/support

Episode 199b is with Kat Zempolich of Morgan's Message. Kat Zempolich is a Co-Founder, Board Member, co-host of The Mental Matchup and Director of Podcasting for Morgan's Message. She grew up in northern Virginia and attended Duke University. She was a member of the Duke Women's lacrosse team with Morgan. She graduated from Duke's Trinity College in 2018 with a B.A. in Public Policy, certificate in Markets and Management Studies and minor in Visual and Media Studies. After graduating, Kat attended Duke University's Fuqua School of Business and graduated in 2019 with a Master's of Science. She currently lives and works in Boston.

Thanks for listening wherever you get your podcasts! BobcatTracks LIVE Tailgate Show from Hospitality Village is brought to you by Bryant Heating and Cooling. Jake Hromada and Marty Bannister get you ready for Gameday in Athens LIVE across Facebook, Twitter and in-person from Hospitality Village on Ohio Football Gamedays. This week's guests are Ali Johnston, Kyle Barlow, Spencer Milne from OBC and MAC Commissioner Jon Steinbrecher. All topics and time codes are below.3:40 - 15:51: Ali Johnstone talks about Field Hockey's 2-0 start, what's made her team special, their chemistry, scheduling and their Morgan's Message game against Davidson on 9/4.16:15 - 22:00: Assistant Athletics Director for Development/Director of the Bobcat Club Spencer Milne hops on the show to talk about facility upgrades around the Athletics department and the benefits of being an OBC member.22:05 - 30:50: Kyle Barlow joins the show to talk about MBB's struggles to find opponents, this year's schedule (including getting Michigan and Florida), the Spain trip and more.31:00 - 38:30: Commissioner of the Mid-American Conference Jon Steinbrecher talks about the approval of CFB's 12-team playoff format and what it does for the MAC and OU.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 78 brought on Adelphi University Men's Basketball's Andrew Delaney. Delaney talked about the distribution of psychological resources on college campuses, the impact of resources like Morgan's Message, picking friends, and redefining "mental toughness". This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off of your first month at www.betterhelp.com/closermentality Closer Mentality UNCENSORED: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJuZfwIP9ny-WIqpcUaQnWA Season 2's Playlist: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd…3p1aXW0xVjceLdJhG The episode is presented by MindReady Studios

Episode 71 brought on representatives from the non-profit "Morgan's Message". Named for Duke University women's lacrosse player Morgan Rodgers, who passed in 2019, the initiative aims to debunk athlete mental health stories and share experiences, peer-to-peer. Today's guests help give context to the nationwide work that Morgan's Message now does. Morgan's twin sister, Aberle, and East Carolina women's lacrosse player, and Morgan's Message ambassador, CeCe Bartley joined the episode today. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off of your first month at www.betterhelp.com/closermentality Morgan's Message: https://morgansmessage.org/ Closer Mentality UNCENSORED: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJuZfwIP9ny-WIqpcUaQnWA Season 2's Playlist: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd…3p1aXW0xVjceLdJhG The episode is presented by MindReady Studios

Kat Zempolich is a Co-Founder, Board Member, and Director of Podcasting for Morgan's Message and a co-host of The Mental Matchup. She attended Duke University, where she was a member of the Duke Women's lacrosse team. After earning her B.A. in Public Policy in 2018, she attended Duke's School of Business and graduated in 2019 with a Master of Science.

Dona Rodgers, who lost her daughter Morgan to suicide, works tirelessly to equalize the treatment of physical and mental health in athletics. Helping to eliminate the stigma around mental health in the student-athlete community. Learn more about Morgan's Message here. For further help and resources, click here. Subscribe to Your Teen with Sue and Steph here! Check out Your Teen on Facebook here! Linkedin Twitter Instagram

Schuyler DeBree - Former Professional Soccer Player in the NWSL & Kyra Harney - Former Women's LAX Player at Duke University share their personal connections on why mental health matters. Morgan's Message is a nonprofit that amplifies stories, resources, and expertise to confront student-athletes' mental health. It started after Morgan Rodgers died by suicide in 2019 at the age of 22 during her time at Duke University. She was on the lacrosse team, a very outgoing successful woman. Her parents and teammates started Morgan's Message in her honor to help end the stigma around mental health and athletes.  

In this episode, we are focusing on mental health on our campus and beyond. May is Mental Health Awareness month, and given alarming mental health trends, this issue is a year-round priority for our community. Overcoming the stigma of mental health challenges is an important first step, so people can get support and treatment.  One way to overcome this stigma is for students to talk with each other about mental health, peer-to-peer —  evidence shows this can help significantly to overcome barriers and address mental health challenges. Naz senior Amanda Foster worked hard to bring the nonprofit organization, Morgan's Message, to Nazareth this spring, with the goal of supporting the well-being of Golden Flyers of the present and future.    Guests on the podcast: Amanda Foster is a senior psychology major with minors in human resources and business. She's a four-year member of the swimming and diving team, co-chair of the class of 2022's senior class gift campaign, and a talent development intern at a leading energy company.    John Rigney is assistant director for wellness outreach and education at the Health and Counseling Center. John has worked at Nazareth since 2013 and works very closely with the athletics department.  He ran cross country and track at St. Bonaventure University, in his words  “a long time ago.”     Show links: Mental Matchup Podcast: podcast affiliated with Morgan's Message that Amanda refers to in the podcast LINK TO Beth's op-ed on Mental Health and Colleges The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 Ways to contact Nazareth Morgan's Message: Instagram: @nazarethmorgansmessage Email: morgansmessage@mail.naz.edu

Change the narrative by starting to change the language around suicide. TME is re-releasing this important conversation. The Hilinski's Hope Foundation (H3H) was created in 2018 to honor the life of Tyler Hilinski, a starting quarterback at Washington State University who died by suicide January 16, 2018. H3H uses this tragedy to save lives, eliminate stigma, & scale mental wellness programs for student-athletes. Mark Hilinski shares Tyler's story, misconceptions about mental illness, the importance of language & how he celebrates his son daily. Other resources include The Hidden Opponent, Morgan's Message, #SameHere Global, Dam Worth It Company, The Trevor Project, NAMI, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, 1-800-273-8255 Hilinskishope.org, @hilinskishope

Duke softball pitcher and Bulls Brand Ambassador Peyton St. George sits down with Patrick and Scott to discuss her journey to Durham, shoe painting, and the importance of mental health among student athletes. This is not one you're going to want to miss. Follow the Bulls and Peyton St. George on social: @DurhamBulls @PeytonStGeorge (IG) @peytonst.george (TT) Learn more about Morgan's Message: https://morgansmessage.org/ Get your Bulls tickets here: https://www.milb.com/durham/tickets/single-game-tickets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode of The Mental Matchup, we talk to Morgan Alexander, who recently graduated from Syracuse University, where she played lacrosse. Morgan is planning to go onto a career in sports journalism, and develop her mental health focused sweatshirt company. Morgan first experienced mental health in the form of anxiety, and immediately it became clear to her that mental health should be treated the same as physical health. However, the stigma surrounding mental health prevented her from sharing her experience until much later. Morgan's collegiate career was unfortunately filled with numerous knee injuries and surgeries, and she was not able to step on the field and compete until her senior season. Sometimes against the advice of doctors and her parents, Morgan continued to push ahead, work on her rehab, and was able to return to the field for a successful senior year and fifth year. Throughout all the injuries and setbacks, Morgan was able to find meaning in each challenge, and leaned on her religion, journaling, and support system to keep pushing forward. She has been involved with Morgan's Message from a very early stage, and we are so grateful for her work with Morgan's Message and in the wider mental health space.

In this week's episode of The Mental Matchup, we talk to Morgan Alexander, who recently graduated from Syracuse University, where she played lacrosse. Morgan is planning to go onto a career in sports journalism, and develop her mental health focused sweatshirt company. Morgan first experienced mental health in the form of anxiety, and immediately it became clear to her that mental health should be treated the same as physical health. However, the stigma surrounding mental health prevented her from sharing her experience until much later. Morgan's collegiate career was unfortunately filled with numerous knee injuries and surgeries, and she was not able to step on the field and compete until her senior season. Sometimes against the advice of doctors and her parents, Morgan continued to push ahead, work on her rehab, and was able to return to the field for a successful senior year and fifth year. Throughout all the injuries and setbacks, Morgan was able to find meaning in each challenge, and leaned on her religion, journaling, and support system to keep pushing forward. She has been involved with Morgan's Message from a very early stage, and we are so grateful for her work with Morgan's Message and in the wider mental health space.

TW // Trigger warning: This episode contains sensitive topics. Welcome to a very special 2-part episode on Well, Not Perfect. This episode is close to my heart because it hits home for me. You guys may or may not know that I was a D1 volleyball player who experienced a sudden career-ending injury that caused me to spiral into anxiety and depression. In those years, I discovered the value of mental health and the importance of mental health in athletes. I have since dedicated my career to helping athletes never suffer in silence again and I did this over a decade ago because in mental health there was no support like there is today.   So In honor of World Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month, I am highlighting the very special nonprofit organization, Morgan's Message. Morgan's Message is an organization striving to break the stigma surrounding mental health in the athletic community. Morgan was a division 1 lacrosse player at Duke, and she silently battled depression after a career ending injury, Morgan died by suicide in 2019 at the age of 22.  After this tragic loss, her family and friends created a program that now helps hundreds of college athletes across the country.    I feel so deeply connected to this organization because, like them, I discovered the importance and my life's mission after the game was over. For me and the athletes who are involved with Morgan's Message, we pour energy into the athletic community so that no one has to suffer alone.    Join me in Part 1 and welcome Morgan's teammates and friends, Clare and Kat. Their words inspire all of us to care for one another and never be afraid to ask if someone needs help.    In today's episode, you'll learn:  How to balance the needs of friends with your needs as well   How to set gentle and loving boundaries  What to do when a friend needs your help    Morgan's Message strives to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health within the student-athlete community and equalize the treatment of physical and mental health in athletics. They aim to expand the dialogue on mental health by normalizing conversations, empowering those who suffer in silence, and supporting those who feel alone. Here's where you can find Dona, Aberle, Clare, Kat & Morgan's Message: Instagram: @morgansmessage  @aberodgers @clare_kehoe @katzempolich @dkrodgers5 Twitter: @morgansmessage LinkedIn: @MorgansMessage Website: morgansmessage.org   To become an ambassador for Morgan's Message, visit morgansmessage.org/education-program  Podcast: The Mental Matchup   Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month Resources: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 800-273-8255 Crisis Text Line: Text TALK to 741-741 to text with a trained crisis counselor for free, 24/7 Trevor Lifeline: Call 866-488-7386 SAMHSA National Helpline: Call 800-662-4357 for treatment referral and information NAMI Support & Education: Visit nami.org/Support-Education

TW // Trigger warning: This episode contains sensitive topics. Welcome back to Part II of the episode with Morgan's Message. I now sit down with Dona and Aberlee Rodgers, Morgan's mom and twin sister. Dona and Aberlee share their own experience and what they've learned through their tragic loss.    In Part II of this episode you will learn: How to talk about suicide The barriers athletes face when it comes to mental health  Why mental health is as important as physical health   Morgan's Message strives to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health within the student-athlete community and equalize the treatment of physical and mental health in athletics. They aim to expand the dialogue on mental health by normalizing conversations, empowering those who suffer in silence, and supporting those who feel alone. Here's where you can find Dona, Aberle, Clare, Kat & Morgan's Message: Instagram: @morgansmessage  @aberodgers @clare_kehoe @katzempolich @dkrodgers5 Twitter: @morgansmessage LinkedIn: @MorgansMessage Website: morgansmessage.org   To become an ambassador for Morgan's Message, visit morgansmessage.org/education-program  Podcast: The Mental Matchup   Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month Resources: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 800-273-8255 Crisis Text Line: Text TALK to 741-741 to text with a trained crisis counselor for free, 24/7 Trevor Lifeline: Call 866-488-7386 SAMHSA National Helpline: Call 800-662-4357 for treatment referral and information NAMI Support & Education: Visit nami.org/Support-Education

In this week's episode of The Mental Matchup, Kat talks with Anna Callahan, Morgan's Message Ambassador and student-athlete at Duke University. Anna is a passionate mental health advocate and ally for all. She talks about starting the Morgan's Message chapter at Duke, life as a collegiate athlete, growing up, how her environment fostered positive growth and so much more.You can read more about our podcast and contact us at thementalmatchup.com or on Instagram @thementalmatchup.If you or someone you know needs help, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at: 800-273-TALK(8255).

In this week's episode of The Mental Matchup, Kat talks with Anna Callahan, Morgan's Message Ambassador and student-athlete at Duke University. Anna is a passionate mental health advocate and ally for all. She talks about starting the Morgan's Message chapter at Duke, life as a collegiate athlete, growing up, how her environment fostered positive growth and so much more.You can read more about our podcast and contact us at thementalmatchup.com or on Instagram @thementalmatchup.If you or someone you know needs help, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at: 800-273-TALK(8255).

This week's episode dives into Morgan's Message. A non-profit founded in 2020 that is striving to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health within the student-athlete community and equalize the treatment of physical and mental health in athletics. MM aims to expand the dialogue on mental health by normalizing conversations, empowering those who suffer in silence, and supporting those who feel alone.Our co-host Schuyler interviews the Messengers to discuss how the idea to create a safe space for athletes to share their stories helped build to where the non-profit stands today, and everything in-between.You can read more about our podcast and contact us at thementalmatchup.com or on Instagram @thementalmatchup. To learn more about Morgan's Message follow on Instagram @morgansmessage or visit MorgansMessage.org. If you or someone you know needs help you can call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at: 800-273-TALK(8255).

This week's episode dives into Morgan's Message. A non-profit founded in 2020 that is striving to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health within the student-athlete community and equalize the treatment of physical and mental health in athletics. MM aims to expand the dialogue on mental health by normalizing conversations, empowering those who suffer in silence, and supporting those who feel alone.Our co-host Schuyler interviews the Messengers to discuss how the idea to create a safe space for athletes to share their stories helped build to where the non-profit stands today, and everything in-between.You can read more about our podcast and contact us at thementalmatchup.com or on Instagram @thementalmatchup. To learn more about Morgan's Message follow on Instagram @morgansmessage or visit MorgansMessage.org. If you or someone you know needs help you can call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at: 800-273-TALK(8255).

⚠️ Content warning: This week's episode contains references to anxiety, depression, and suicidal thinking.On this week's episode of the Mental Matchup, guest host Dona Rodgers talks with Elaine Anton about her experience as a parent with her son's mental health journey. They dive into the emotions that surround having a child who is suffering. With keeping the mission of Morgan's Message in focus, they hope that other parents navigating this impossibly difficult path will listen and know both them, and their child, are not alone. You can read more about our podcast at http://www.thementalmatchup.com or on Instagram @thementalmatchup. If you or someone you know needs help, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at tel: 800-273-TALK(8255).

⚠️ Content warning: This week's episode contains references to anxiety, depression, and suicidal thinking.On this week's episode of the Mental Matchup, guest host Dona Rodgers talks with Elaine Anton about her experience as a parent with her son's mental health journey. They dive into the emotions that surround having a child who is suffering. With keeping the mission of Morgan's Message in focus, they hope that other parents navigating this impossibly difficult path will listen and know both them, and their child, are not alone. You can read more about our podcast at http://www.thementalmatchup.com or on Instagram @thementalmatchup. If you or someone you know needs help, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at tel: 800-273-TALK(8255).

This week I have the pleasure or sharing my conversation with Kat Zempolich, co-founder of Morgan's Message, a non-profit organization striving to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health within the student-athlete community and equalize the treatment of physical and mental health in athletics. Much like Solace and the City, Morgan's Message aims to expand the dialogue on mental health by normalizing conversations, empowering those who suffer in silence, and supporting those who feel alone. In this episode, Kat talks about her personal journey battling depression as well as the incredibly moving story behind Morgan's Message. You can learn more about Kat and Morgan's Message by tuning into a podcast she hosts with Schuyler Debree, The Matchup. These two incredible women created the platform to share stories illustrating that no one is truly ever alone in their struggles is empowering. Kat hopes that The Mental Matchup will serve as a safe space for any human to share their stories, so we can continue to de-stigmatize, normalize and illuminate the truths surrounding mental health and wellness. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/zoescurletis/support

Charlotte Haggerty from JMU Lacrosse talks about Sunday's game vs Towson and the Morgan's Message theme the game will have.

On today's episode Schuyler talks with fellow co-host Kat Zempolich. Kat is a co-host of the Mental Matchup Podcast, co-founder of Morgan's Message, former D1 student-athlete and mental health advocate. On today's episode we discuss depression, suicidal thoughts, disordered eating, insecurities and how it can seem like someone has it all together from the outside but there's really a different narrative on the inside. You can read more on Morgan's Message at http://www.morgansmessage.org or on Instagram @MorgansMessage. If you or someone you know needs help, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 800-273-TALK(8255).

On today's episode Schuyler talks with fellow co-host Kat Zempolich. Kat is a co-host of the Mental Matchup Podcast, co-founder of Morgan's Message, former D1 student-athlete and mental health advocate. On today's episode we discuss depression, suicidal thoughts, disordered eating, insecurities and how it can seem like someone has it all together from the outside but there's really a different narrative on the inside. You can read more on Morgan's Message at http://www.morgansmessage.org or on Instagram @MorgansMessage. If you or someone you know needs help, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 800-273-TALK(8255).

Morgan Rodgers was a former Duke Lacrosse student-athlete. Morgan was a successful student in the classroom, she had a witty and creative sense of humor, an unmatched artistic talent and carried a fierce loyalty to friends, family and animals. From the outside it looked like she had it all.In this 2-part episode, Dona And Kurt Rodgers tell Morgan's story from their point of view. What they knew, what they didn't know and what they have learned since losing Morgan to suicide in July 2019. Morgan's episode is split into two parts. Part 1 centers around Morgan's high school lacrosse success and her college recruiting process. Ultimately choosing Duke, she left Virginia to go to school in North Carolina. She enjoyed her classes, was the life of the party and was hell-bent on earning a starting position on the midfield line. Everything was aligning as planned until 10 days before the first game of her sophomore season she was sidelined with a devastating season-ending injury. After a year of rehab, still not cleared to play and with summer rapidly approaching, Morgan took a medical leave of absence to finish healing her body, coaching and spending time with her family. During this time, Kurt and Dona did not know what was going on with her emotionally. Morgan started isolating herself and was sharing less and less with her parents. Their relationship started to quiet. After taking a break from all the stress of the previous year, she seemed healthy, happy and ready to go back to Duke in the Fall of 2018 to get back on the path of which she had always dreamed.Part 2 centers around Morgan's return to campus in the Fall of 2018. She was medically cleared for play, more determined than ever and excited about the opportunity to work towards earning her spot on the field. This time the opponent she faced wasn't physical – it was emotional and mental. Everything changed for her during this time. Dona and Kurt lead us through her last few months and explain the what, how and why Morgan's Message was born. You can read more on Morgan's Message at www.morgansmessage.org or on Instagram @MorgansMessage.Trigger Warning: Suicide is discussed in this episode.If you or someone you know needs help, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 800-273-TALK(8255)

Morgan Rodgers was a former Duke Lacrosse student-athlete. Morgan was a successful student in the classroom, she had a witty and creative sense of humor, an unmatched artistic talent and carried a fierce loyalty to friends, family and animals. From the outside it looked like she had it all.In this 2-part episode, Dona And Kurt Rodgers tell Morgan's story from their point of view. What they knew, what they didn't know and what they have learned since losing Morgan to suicide in July 2019. Morgan's episode is split into two parts. Part 1 centers around Morgan's high school lacrosse success and her college recruiting process. Ultimately choosing Duke, she left Virginia to go to school in North Carolina. She enjoyed her classes, was the life of the party and was hell-bent on earning a starting position on the midfield line. Everything was aligning as planned until 10 days before the first game of her sophomore season she was sidelined with a devastating season-ending injury. After a year of rehab, still not cleared to play and with summer rapidly approaching, Morgan took a medical leave of absence to finish healing her body, coaching and spending time with her family. During this time, Kurt and Dona did not know what was going on with her emotionally. Morgan started isolating herself and was sharing less and less with her parents. Their relationship started to quiet. After taking a break from all the stress of the previous year, she seemed healthy, happy and ready to go back to Duke in the Fall of 2018 to get back on the path of which she had always dreamed.Part 2 centers around Morgan's return to campus in the Fall of 2018. She was medically cleared for play, more determined than ever and excited about the opportunity to work towards earning her spot on the field. This time the opponent she faced wasn't physical – it was emotional and mental. Everything changed for her during this time. Dona and Kurt lead us through her last few months and explain the what, how and why Morgan's Message was born. You can read more on Morgan's Message at www.morgansmessage.org or on Instagram @MorgansMessage.Trigger Warning: Suicide is discussed in this episode.If you or someone you know needs help, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 800-273-TALK(8255)

Morgan Rodgers was a former Duke Lacrosse student-athlete. Morgan was a successful student in the classroom, she had a witty and creative sense of humor, an unmatched artistic talent and carried a fierce loyalty to friends, family and animals. From the outside it looked like she had it all.In this 2-part episode, Dona And Kurt Rodgers tell Morgan's story from their point of view. What they knew, what they didn't know and what they have learned since losing Morgan to suicide in July 2019. Morgan's episode is split into two parts. Part 1 centers around Morgan's high school lacrosse success and her college recruiting process. Ultimately choosing Duke, she left Virginia to go to school in North Carolina. She enjoyed her classes, was the life of the party and was hell-bent on earning a starting position on the midfield line. Everything was aligning as planned until 10 days before the first game of her sophomore season she was sidelined with a devastating season-ending injury. After a year of rehab, still not cleared to play and with summer rapidly approaching, Morgan took a medical leave of absence to finish healing her body, coaching and spending time with her family. During this time, Kurt and Dona did not know what was going on with her emotionally. Morgan started isolating herself and was sharing less and less with her parents. Their relationship started to quiet. After taking a break from all the stress of the previous year, she seemed healthy, happy and ready to go back to Duke in the Fall of 2018 to get back on the path of which she had always dreamed.Part 2 centers around Morgan's return to campus in the Fall of 2018. She was medically cleared for play, more determined than ever and excited about the opportunity to work towards earning her spot on the field. This time the opponent she faced wasn't physical – it was emotional and mental. Everything changed for her during this time. Dona and Kurt lead us through her last few months and explain the what, how and why Morgan's Message was born. You can read more on Morgan's Message at www.morgansmessage.org or on Instagram @MorgansMessage.Trigger Warning: Suicide is discussed in this episode.If you or someone you know needs help, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 800-273-TALK(8255)

Morgan Rodgers was a former Duke Lacrosse student-athlete. Morgan was a successful student in the classroom, she had a witty and creative sense of humor, an unmatched artistic talent and carried a fierce loyalty to friends, family and animals. From the outside it looked like she had it all.In this 2-part episode, Dona And Kurt Rodgers tell Morgan's story from their point of view. What they knew, what they didn't know and what they have learned since losing Morgan to suicide in July 2019. Morgan's episode is split into two parts. Part 1 centers around Morgan's high school lacrosse success and her college recruiting process. Ultimately choosing Duke, she left Virginia to go to school in North Carolina. She enjoyed her classes, was the life of the party and was hell-bent on earning a starting position on the midfield line. Everything was aligning as planned until 10 days before the first game of her sophomore season she was sidelined with a devastating season-ending injury. After a year of rehab, still not cleared to play and with summer rapidly approaching, Morgan took a medical leave of absence to finish healing her body, coaching and spending time with her family. During this time, Kurt and Dona did not know what was going on with her emotionally. Morgan started isolating herself and was sharing less and less with her parents. Their relationship started to quiet. After taking a break from all the stress of the previous year, she seemed healthy, happy and ready to go back to Duke in the Fall of 2018 to get back on the path of which she had always dreamed.Part 2 centers around Morgan's return to campus in the Fall of 2018. She was medically cleared for play, more determined than ever and excited about the opportunity to work towards earning her spot on the field. This time the opponent she faced wasn't physical – it was emotional and mental. Everything changed for her during this time. Dona and Kurt lead us through her last few months and explain the what, how and why Morgan's Message was born. You can read more on Morgan's Message at www.morgansmessage.org or on Instagram @MorgansMessage.Trigger Warning: Suicide is discussed in this episode.If you or someone you know needs help, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 800-273-TALK(8255)