Mental Health (Part 2)

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Preezy about mental health. Sometimes we just want someone to be silent and listen to us.In this episode, Gabrielle and Preezy engage in a meaningful discussion about mental health, highlighting its significance and encouraging listeners to prioritize their well-being. Preezy, a retired corrections officer, shares her insights on mental health and emphasizes the importance of taking mental health seriously. Together, she and Gabrielle explore the various factors that can contribute to mental health issues, such as work, relationships, and personal struggles. Preezy addresses the misconception that mental health issues are only associated with extreme cases, emphasizing that anyone can be affected. Both ladies discuss the challenges that can prevent individuals from seeking help, such as embarrassment and shame. Preezy's personal experience of losing her mother to COVID-19 adds a poignant touch to the conversation, emphasizing the importance of finding support from others who have gone through similar experiences. The ladies highlight the need for individuals to seek therapy and mental health support, while also addressing the stigma surrounding mental health. They stress the importance of normalizing asking for help and encourage listeners to overcome any reservations they may have about seeking therapy. They also acknowledge that mental health issues can affect children and teenagers, expressing concern for their well-being. The episode concludes with a reminder to seek mental health assistance if needed. The conversation took place during the COVID-19 pandemic, which saw a rise in mental health issues and suicide rates, making the topic even more relevant and timely. Overall, Gabrielle and Preezy aim to raise awareness about mental health and its impact on various aspects of life. They provide valuable insights, practical advice, and resources for listeners to reach out for assistance. By sharing their experiences and knowledge, they hope to inspire positive change and encourage listeners to prioritize their mental health.Who is Preezy?Preezy hosts "Listen Up Listen In," a podcast discussing topics aimed at motivating, educating, differentiating, healing, laughing, and growing to improve daily lives. Preezy's favorite quote is, "Love yourself because you can't love anyone or anything unless you love yourself."You can find Preezy:On the web: https://www.listenuplistenin5687.comOn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100081104510726On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listenuplistenin5687/On Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/PREEZY5687/On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listenuplistenin5687On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@preezy6648On Linktree: https://Linktr.ee/preezy5687Preezy has a podcast: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1990217.rssWatch this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/dgzgbDLbrE0Rate this episode on IMDB: https://m.imdb.com/title/tt33094945/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk********************************************Follow Gabrielle Crichlow: On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.crichlowOn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle.crichlowOn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-crichlow-92587a360Follow A Step Ahead Tutoring Services:On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astepaheadtutoringservicesOn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astepaheadtutoringservicesOn X: https://www.twitter.com/ASATS2013 On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-step-ahead-tutoring-services/On YouTube: https://youtube.com/@astepaheadtutoringservicesOn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@asats2013On Eventbrite: https://astepaheadtutoringservices.eventbrite.com Visit us on the web: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com   Sign up for our email list: https://squareup.com/outreach/a41DaE/subscribe Sign up for our text list: https://tapit.us/cipPJO Check out our entire "Hot Topics!" podcast: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcastSupport us:Cash App: https://cash.app/$ASATS2013PayPal: https://paypal.me/ASATS2013Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/ASATS2013Zelle: [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/supportOriginal date of episode: March 24, 2023