Reshaping The Conversation Around Mental Health
Episode description
Get ready to have your heart touched in this episode of the Spartan Leadership Podcast! Emmanuel Whitfield and Tom Farley poured their hearts out as they bravely shared their own mental health struggles. Through their moving stories, they emphasized the critical need to seek help and offer support to those battling mental health issues. They shed light on the growing stigma associated with mental health and left us feeling deeply moved and inspired to make a positive difference.
This is an episode you simply can't miss if you want to be moved and motivated to create a culture of care and empathy for all.
Also, since May is Mental Health Awareness Month, we're honored to support NAMI Dane County, an organization that provides education, support, and advocacy for people affected by mental illness in our community. Help us make a difference and join the fight!
Fundraiser Link: https://www.facebook.com/donate/207910231993453/
Here are the timestamps……
- (00:00) Intro
- (02:10) Leadership on Gun Violence
- (11:49) Rewiring Veterans
- (16:39) The Moral Compass of Politicians
- (19:51) Tom's Advocacy
- (26:36) Chris Farley's Recovery
- (30:15) Talking About Mental Health Matters
- (33:55) Importance of Mental Health Education
- (41:46) Biggest Help in Recovery
- (44:30) Brain Health vs Mental Health
- (53:26) The Stigma of Mental Health in the Black Community
- (1:00:02) Drinking Culture in Wisconsin
- (1:04:02) The Intersection of OCD, ADD, and Anxiety
- (1:07:17) Importance of Executive Physical Checkup
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