Buzzword: Mental Health?! - Atida Jena's Journey From Darkeness to Confidence Questioning the Connection Between Neoliberalism, Social Media and Mental Health Leading Towards the New Epidemic

If neoliberalism forces us to perform 'productivity' and 'perfection' to survive the digital marketplace, have we masked our true selves behind likes and traded authentic healing for a diluted version that prioritizes 'looking okay' over actually being well?Our guest, Atida Jena, shares her personal journey of emotional processing, navigating anxiety and depressive seasons, and learning grounding techniques that actually work in everyday life. They engage in a deep conversation focusing on personal experiences with anxiety and depression. In this episode, they discuss the impact of social media on mental health awareness and perception, the dangers of self-diagnosis, and the cycle of burnout. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-compassion, community support, and the journey of self-discovery. They reflect on their growth and the challenges of adulting, ultimately encouraging listeners to embrace change and prioritize their mental well-being. Atida Jena shares her grounding techniques, and they dive into the complexities of relationships, past traumas and attachment styles. Through personal anecdotes and insights, the conversation highlights the significance of understanding oneself and others in the pursuit of mental well-being.Takeaways:Not all mental health struggles are visible but they are real. You don’t have to struggle alone.Self-awareness is the first step to healing — know your patterns, face your past, choose growth.Adulting is heavy — community, balance, and small joys make it lighter.Food for thought:If you were more aware of how your whole being operates and lived according to seasons and times what would that look like? Follow our guest: LinkedIn: Atida (Tanatsirwa) JenaJoin The Tribe and Leave a Star!