Safe Spaces, Open Hearts: Helping Young Adults Navigate Mental Health Challenges

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts interviews Dana Christian Lee, a seasoned educator, and the Executive Director of the non-profit Tell My Story. The podcast delves into Dana's background, including her experience with eating disorders, postpartum depression, and the impact of losing loved ones to suicide. Dana discusses her work with Tell My Story, which aims to help parents address their children's mental health proactively. The conversation covers the importance of empathy, resilience, and community support in addressing mental health challenges. Dana emphasizes the significance of simple gestures like smiling and softening stress, as well as the need for open, heartfelt communication. The episode highlights the various initiatives and resources offered by Tell My Story, including a card game designed to foster communication and connection.Dana’s Bio and Contact InformationDana Christian Lee is a mom of two amazing humans; William John III & Grace Christian. Originally from Michigan, they headed west for her daughter to attend college in Northern California 5 years ago & have found California to be their soul's home. Dana holds two degrees in education as well as certification in yoga and mindfulness. She has been a teacher for over 25 years in elementary/middle schools, religious education programs, as well as yoga & mindfulness teaching. Her passion is physical and mental wellbeing in community, offering access to resources, tools, and connection. In January 2023 Dana's journey with Tell My Story began in partnership with Jason Reid. Tell My Story is a nonprofit whose mission is to 'help parents own their kids' mental health like they do their physical health,' through film, music and meaningful communication. Dana, the executive director of Tell My Story, works daily to positively impact youth mental health nationally and globally.Email: [email protected]: https://tellmystory.org/ The Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on your favorite podcast platforms.To find out more about dave go to davidrobertsmsw.com and his author page psychologyprofessorandminister.com