Re-Release: The Connection Between Physical & Mental Health With Ankur Varma

Rerelease from June 2023. What if we approached mental health recovery the same way we approach physical recovery?In this episode, I and Ankur Varma explored the connection between physical and mental health, and why healing in both areas often requires similar mindsets: patience, support, and consistency.Together, we discussed how people around us sometimes struggle to know how to help, why support systems matter, and when it may or may not be helpful to share what you're going through.We also explore practical ways to check in on someone who may be struggling and whether getting out and being around others can help when you're feeling down.In this episode, we discussed:• Why others may have a hard time helping us• How to check in on someone who may be struggling• Why you don’t have to go through difficult moments alone• When it may not be the right time to share how you’re feeling• Whether going out helps or hurts when you're feeling downAnkur Varma, LCPC, holds a Master’s in Counseling Psychology with a specialization in Sport and Health Psychology from Adler University. For over 10 years, he has worked in leadership roles in community mental health and education, advocating for greater access to mental health services.Through his platform @brownmantherapy, Ankur focuses on engaging men and helping normalize conversations around mental health in South Asian communities.