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Talk2BeWell

180 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★ - 2 ratings

Our Work2BeWell podcast featuring Dr. Robin Henderson and teen voices from across the country focuses on key mental health topics. From conversations on social justice and mental health activism, to navigating digital learning or supporting mental health during the holidays, we explore topics that build meaningful dialogue and student activation around mental health.

For more information and resources, please visit https://work2bewell.org/

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Episodes

EP 117: Prom Anxiety

April 26, 2024 16:00 - 47 minutes - 31.6 MB

EP 116: Climate Changes Impacting Mental Health

April 19, 2024 16:00 - 29 minutes - 24.8 MB

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 ★

EP 115: Dreaming of Sleep

March 21, 2024 20:35 - 33 minutes - 29.2 MB

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 #mentalhealth Work2BeWell ★ Support this podcast ★

EP 114: Why You Have to Laugh

March 14, 2024 16:00 - 33 minutes - 29.4 MB

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 ★

EP 113: Honor Every Body

March 07, 2024 16:00 - 33 minutes - 27.5 MB

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 Image https://open.spotify.com/episode/7AFWAR0k3EBBibcBlNAU9x?si=KHioX4VIRs-JLGFFAwjugA   Ep 68: Body Dysmorphia + Body Image https://open.spotify.com/episod...

EP 112: How to Beat Burnout

February 29, 2024 17:00 - 31 minutes - 26.4 MB

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 #teenmenta...

EP 111: Healthy Ways to Express Yourself

February 23, 2024 19:48 - 26 minutes - 19.4 MB

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 ★

EP 110: Single On Valentine's Day

February 12, 2024 15:00 - 28 minutes - 24.7 MB

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-wellness In 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 ★

EP 109: Testing Stress

January 25, 2024 23:00 - 28 minutes - 22.4 MB

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 ★

EP 108: What's SAD - Seasonal Affective Disorder

January 18, 2024 23:00 - 30 minutes - 26.2 MB

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 ★

EP 107: 2024 Resolutions + Goals

January 17, 2024 00:29 - 27 minutes - 22.1 MB

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 ★

EP 106: Does Your Family Stress You Out

December 28, 2023 16:00 - 29 minutes - 25.2 MB

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

EP 105: Managing Financial Stress

December 21, 2023 20:17 - 23 minutes - 20.2 MB

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 ★

EP 104: Anticipating Holiday Stress

December 12, 2023 17:00 - 29 minutes - 41.2 MB

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 ★

EP 103: Fighting Fair - Political Debate Etiquette

November 27, 2023 17:00 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MB

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 ★

EP 102: Coping with College Application Stress

November 22, 2023 17:00 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MB

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 ★

EP 101: Domestic Violence Awareness

October 26, 2023 14:00 - 30 minutes - 23.4 MB

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 Hotl...

EP 100: School Anxiety vs. Social Anxiety

October 23, 2023 16:17 - 29 minutes - 24.3 MB

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 ★

EP 99: Mental Health Checkup

October 19, 2023 00:04 - 29 minutes - 24.4 MB

A Talk2BeWell Podcast to discuss screens for anxiety and depression, benefits, what they tell us, and how 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 ...

EP 98: NSAC Alumni Do's + Don'ts

June 30, 2023 16:23 - 28 minutes - 64.9 MB

A very special Talk2BeWell Podcast bringing back NSAC Alumni to discuss what to expect in the transition from high school to college. #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #teenmentalhealth #w2bwnsac ★ Support this podcast ★

EP 97: College Acceptance & Rejections

June 29, 2023 17:27 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MB

A Talk2BeWell Podcast on College Acceptance and Rejections. Graduates from Class of 2023 share their personal experience navigating college applications, and the acceptances and rejections that come with it. *This episode is recommended to Juniors and Seniors in High School. #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #teenmentalhealth #w2bwnsac #college

EP 97: Acceptance-Coping with College Rejections

June 29, 2023 16:32 - 31 minutes - 71.9 MB

A Talk2BeWell Podcast on College Acceptance and Rejections. Graduates from Class of 2023 share their personal experience navigating college applications, and the acceptances and rejections that come with it. *This episode is recommended to Juniors and Seniors in High School. #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #teenmentalhealth #w2bwnsac #college ★ Support this podcast ★

EP 96: Behind the Scenes-National Student Advisory Council

May 01, 2023 16:00 - 25 minutes - 57.6 MB

A special Talk2BeWell Podcast on Work2BeWell’s National Student Advisory Council. W2BW’s student leaders give a behind the scenes look on the who, what, when, where, and why of our program. This recording is in celebration of May Mental Health month and the sharing of mental health resources. Click here to view NSAC Application 2023-2024 #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #teenmentalhealth #advocacy #w2bwnsac ★ Support this podcast ★

EP 95: Skincare is Self-care

April 20, 2023 00:00 - 29 minutes - 68 MB

A Talk2BeWell Podcast to discuss skin care, and the impact this specific form of selfcare has on mental health and confidence. #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #teenmentalhealth #skincare #selfcare ★ Support this podcast ★

EP 94: Climate Anxiety

April 19, 2023 23:58 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

A Talk2BeWell Podcast on climate anxiety and ideas on how to combat this global issue. NSAC members discuss fears related to environmental health, and projects they're involved with that are having a positive impact on our planet. #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #teenmentalhealth #climateanxiety #ecoanxiety ★ Support this podcast ★

EP 93: Sleep Disorders

April 19, 2023 23:56 - 30 minutes - 69.4 MB

A Talk2BeWell Podcast on sleeping disorders – how they present, coping skills, and more. #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #teenmentalhealth #sleep #sleepdisorders ★ Support this podcast ★

EP 92: Overcoming Uncomfortable Relationships

March 22, 2023 17:20 - 29 minutes - 68.4 MB

An episode on identifying and overcoming uncomfortable relationships. W2BW National Advisory Council share how to have critical conversations and work towards resolution with others. Learn more about W2BW's Critical Conversations module at Healthy Relationships for Teens (work2bewell.org) #W2BWMentalHealth #relationships #critical conversations ★ Support this podcast ★

EP 91: Motivation + Discipline

March 22, 2023 17:17 - 30 minutes - 68.9 MB

A Talk2BeWell episode on incorporating motivation and discipline into daily habits. W2BW NSAC members discuss the ups and downs with staying motivated, and how discipline helps achieve goals. #W2BWMentalHealth #motivation #goals ★ Support this podcast ★

EP 90: Love Languages

March 22, 2023 17:16 - 28 minutes - 66.2 MB

A Talk2BeWell Podcast to discuss the 5 love languages, and the impact love (romantic or otherwise) has on an individual’s mental health. Trust, honesty, understanding, consent and good communication are the foundations of any healthy relationship. Work2BeWell has numerous resources for building healthy relationships and having critical conversations with teens. Learn more about Critical Conversations at Work2BeWell.org - Healthy Relationships for Teens (work2bewell.org) #W2BWMenta...

EP 89: Fear of Rejection

March 03, 2023 21:04 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

A Talk2BeWell Podcast on facing fears of rejection and building resiliency. Work2BeWell National Student Advisory Council members share their experiences with rejection and building resiliency. It's not about how many times we fall, but how many times we can pick ourselves back up! #W2BWMentalHealth #resilience ★ Support this podcast ★

Fear of Rejection

March 03, 2023 21:04 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

A Talk2BeWell Podcast on facing fears of rejection and building resiliency. Work2BeWell National Student Advisory Council members share their experiences with rejection and building resiliency. It's not about how many times we fall, but how many times we can pick ourselves back up! #W2BWMentalHealth #resilience

EP 88: You Can't Pour From an Empty Cup

January 17, 2023 22:12 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MB

In today's episode we discuss balancing your needs while being a helper to others.  ★ Support this podcast ★

EP 87: Medication Stigma

December 12, 2022 23:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

In this Talk2BeWell episode W2BW National Student Advisory Council members candidly share their stories of medication use and the stigmas attached to prescription meds.  For more information and resources related to mental health and wellness, please visit Work2BeWell.org #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #mentalhealth #medicationstigma ★ Support this podcast ★

EP 86: Who Polices the Policy?

December 05, 2022 23:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MB

✨NEW T2BW✨ EP 86: Who Polices the Policy? This is a Talk2BeWell episode on Midterm Elections 2022. Listen to NSAC members discuss the impact of this last election cycle and its effect on mental health. #Talk2BeWell #midtermelections #mentalhealthawareness ★ Support this podcast ★

EP 85: Seasonal Depression

November 14, 2022 23:00 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

A Talk2BeWell episode on Seasonal Depression - What is it? Who does it affect? How to cope?  Work2BeWell aims to destigmatize depression through education and sharing lived experiences. Most people with SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder), symptoms start in the fall and continue into the winter months, sapping your energy and making you feel moody. These symptoms often resolve during the spring and summer months. While for some people SAD presents as the opposite experience causing d...

EP 84: Anxious for College Applications

November 07, 2022 23:00 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MB

An episode to discuss the anticipated anxiety that comes with college applications. Listen to NSAC members discuss stress relief tips and share insight into their college application experience. This is an especially relevant topic for High School Juniors and Seniors.  For more information related to Stress and Anxiety, please visit Work2BeWell.org #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #mentalhealth #collegapps #schoolstress #anxiety

EP 84: Anxious for College Apps

November 07, 2022 23:00 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MB

An episode to discuss the anticipated anxiety that comes with college applications. Listen to NSAC members discuss stress relief tips and share insight into their college application experience. This is an especially relevant topic for High School Juniors and Seniors.  For more information related to Stress and Anxiety, please visit Work2BeWell.org #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #mentalhealth #collegapps #schoolstress #anxiety ★ Support this podcast ★

EP 84: College Applications

November 07, 2022 23:00 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MB

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EP 83: School Safety

October 31, 2022 22:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MB

Talk2BeWell Podcast addressing the topic of school safety. Work2BeWell's National Student Advisory Council members candidly discuss their everyday fears while providing insight into the safety measures that have been implemented in schools across the U.S. *Please be advised of the following podcast contains a sensitive topic or information that may be upsetting or triggering to some individual please listen with care, and if you are in need of assistance, please visit Work2BeWell.o...

EP 82: Setting Boundaries

October 24, 2022 22:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

In this episode, Work2BeWell's National Student Advisory Council members discuss the importance of boundary setting – with whom, what, and where is it appropriate to set boundaries. Listen to teenagers talk candidly about honoring themselves and their comfort zone, while recognizing the need to push limits to allow growth as an individual. Access and download W2BW's Self Care Module - Mental Wellness Curriculums for Teens (work2bewell.org) For more mental health and wellness resou...

EP 81: Social Anxiety

October 20, 2022 22:23 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MB

A Talk2BeWell podcast on the misconceptions about #socialanxiety and tips on how to expand your comfort zone. For more resources related to Anxiety, visit Stress - Work2BeWell #W2BWMentalHealth #teenmentalhealth #stress #anxiety ★ Support this podcast ★

EP 80: Falling Behind + It's Only September

October 17, 2022 22:37 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

Talk2BeWell discussion amongst National Student Advisory Council members from opposite coasts break down the pressures of returning to school, and an increased workload now that students are back in classrooms full time. Listen and learn how they're making time to balance schoolwork and social activities.   For resources related to Anxiety, visit Stress - Work2BeWell #Talk2bewell #work2bewell #mentalhealth #anxiety #backtoschool #stress #teenmentalhealth ★ Support this podcast ...

EP 79: Suicide Prevention-How to Call a Crisis Line

October 10, 2022 22:30 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MB

NEW Talk2BeWell episode available now! NSAC members (new & graduated) discuss the importance of suicide prevention and provide insight into calling a crisis line. NSAC Alum and former Teen Line volunteer, Dominic Brown broke down the basics of his Teen Line training while placing great emphasis that each volunteer is there to make a difference and no one is reading from a script. These are trained individuals who want to help people leave the crisis line feeling more hopeful and pre...

EP 78: Minority Mental Health with the Defensive Line

August 16, 2022 17:35 - 59 minutes - 136 MB

Join us for this episode on minority mental health with our guests from the Defensive Line.  For more information and resources, visit: work2bewell.org ★ Support this podcast ★

EP 77: Goodbye NSAC Seniors '21-22

July 28, 2022 20:16 - 34 minutes - 79.1 MB

In this episode, we say goodbye to some of our NSAC seniors and talk about their plans for the future and how they plan to #work2bewell. For more resources, visit: work2bewell.org ★ Support this podcast ★

EP 76: How to Deal With Moving On

July 28, 2022 17:02 - 31 minutes - 72 MB

Dr. Robin speaks with the graduating NSAC teens on how to deal with moving on to the next stage of their lives and how the changes are affecting their mental health now and how they plan to stay mentally healthy when they are in the next stage.  For more resources, visit: work2bewell.org ★ Support this podcast ★

EP 75: How to Be an Ally

July 26, 2022 20:29 - 33 minutes - 76.6 MB

In this episode, we discuss the best ways you can be an advocate and ally to the LGBTQ+ community and how to avoid performative allyship when it comes to supporting marginalized groups.  For more information and resources, visit: work2bewell.org ★ Support this podcast ★

End of Year Anxieties for Seniors

June 09, 2022 18:04 - 29 minutes - 54.1 MB

Graduating seniors speak with Dr. Robin Henderson about the anxieties they're feeling at the end of the school year and plans for navigating the next steps in their lives. 

EP 74: End of Year Anxieties for Seniors

June 09, 2022 18:04 - 29 minutes - 54.1 MB

Graduating seniors speak with Dr. Robin Henderson about the anxieties they're feeling at the end of the school year and plans for navigating the next steps in their lives.  ★ Support this podcast ★

EP 73: Protecting Reproductive Rights

June 04, 2022 00:21 - 31 minutes - 57.2 MB

Work2BeWell teens speak with Dr. Robin Henderson about protecting reproductive rights and how they're feeling about the changes that might be coming. For more resources, visit: work2bewell.org ★ Support this podcast ★