From Rock Bottom to Impacting Millions: Meredith Steele's Mental Health Journey

Today on the She's An Asset podcast, Autumn sits down with the unforgettable Meredith Steele (@babiesofsteele), the raw, hilarious, and deeply human voice behind a platform that now touches over a million people. Meredith shares the truth about her mental health journey, including her suicide attempt at 16—and how she found her way back to life, purpose, and service. In a world that filters out the truth, Meredith chose to build a platform on it. And it's not just social media—this woman shows up offline too, crowdfunding for waitresses and lifting her community in quiet but powerful ways. We talk about: What it's really like to live with mental health struggles—and not hide them Why being real online is the most radical thing you can do How Meredith uses humor to connect, survive, and create impact The responsibility of influence Online bullying Why your hardest moment might be the thing that makes you most powerful This isn't just a story of survival—it's a masterclass in showing up, staying honest, and being of service. Meredith reminds us: You don't need to be perfect to be impactful. You just need to stay here. And stay real.  Info on She's An Asset's Kennebunkport, Maine Women's Empowerment Workshop Here Huge Thank you to Mindy's Munchies Maine for letting us record our podcast episode in their store and gifting us with delicious chocolates! Connect with Meredith: Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | Threads | YouTube: @babiesofsteele Connect with Autumn & She's An Asset: TikTok | Instagram @theautumnschmidt Facebook | Instagram | YouTube: @shesanasset Website & Events: https://shesanasset.com _____ If you or someone you know is struggling: 📞 Call or Text 988 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Available 24/7, free, and confidential. 🌐 You can also visit: 988lifeline.org ⚠️ Content Warning: This episode discusses suicidal ideation and mental health. Please take care while listening.