Our Journey and How to Start the Conversation | Ep. 3

Hey guys, it's Mikel and Zach here! We are thrilled that you are tuning in for another episode of our podcast. Today, we want to share the journey that led to the creation of Unmasked Culture. We'll give you some insight into our personal struggles and why we feel it's so important to talk about mental health. In this episode, we discuss the challenges we faced in starting this conversation. From multiple takes to finding the right words, it wasn't easy. But we knew it was necessary. We share our personal stories, the turning points in our lives, and how we started seeking help. We also talk about the importance of being vulnerable and how practicing this can make it easier over time. We draw parallels to learning new skills and emphasize that while it may be uncomfortable at first, it gets better with practice. Our stories involve moments of darkness and light, the importance of having a support system, and the significant role of professional help and spirituality in our healing journeys. We highlight the holistic approach to mental health, balancing physical, mental, spiritual, and social well-being. Finally, we provide practical resources, like mental health evaluations available on our website, to help you start your own conversations about mental health. Remember, you are not alone, and the first step to healing is opening up and sharing your struggles. For more resources and to take the mental health evaluations, visit unmaskedculture.org. Let's start the conversation and support each other on this journey.