Don't Tell Me To Relax: Getting Real About Teen Mental Heath With Sophie Riegel

"Just calm down"

When in the history of the universe have those words actually helped anyone to calm down???

In this episode of Balancing Act, I speak with (Gen-Z!) best-selling author, speaker, coach, and mental health advocate - Sophie Riegel. We dive into the real and messy sides of mental health, sharing our personal experiences as teens and exchanging insights about navigating anxiety, OCD, depression, and mental health in general. This episode is packed with advice for anyone looking to find support for themselves or trying to support a loved one. (Step 1: Don't tell them to "just calm down". We would if we could!!)

Here's what we explore:
🤔 How mental health struggles don't just have "one look"
🥇 Mental health support for high-achievers
❤️ Why you deserve to reach out for support
❤️‍🩹 The importance of a support system & how to build it
👪 How to navigate parent/teen relationships around mental health
🗣️ Reframing language around mental health
👩‍⚕️ Our personal experiences with medication

Resources Mentioned:
Sophie's Email
Sophie's Website
Sophie's Books
** "Don't Tell me to Relax" is a GAME CHANGER 🙌

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What is Balancing Act: Life and Struggles of a Teenage Girl?

Balancing Act: Life and Struggles of a Teenage Girl is a down-to-earth mental health and wellness podcast created for teens, by a teen.

Hosted by Moorea, a teenage girl, the show features open and unfiltered conversations with guests, sharing relatable stories and expert advice that validate your experiences while offering practical tips for navigating the (often) treacherous seas of teen girl life.

Moorea is committed to asking the tough questions on teen life we’re all thinking but are too scared to voice. On this podcast, Moorea also shares her journey with mental health and teen life to destigmatize and normalize the experiences that come with being a teenage girl.

Tune in to Balancing Act: Life and Struggles of a Teenage Girl to learn how to better navigate your:

- Friendships
- Mental Health
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Body image
- Eating Disorders
- Romantic Relationships
- Crushes
- Menstrual Cycle
- Social Media
- Nutrition
- Exercise
- Sexuality
- Parental Relationships
- And so much more!