Transforming Education: Mental Health, Mindfulness & Empathy in Public Schools with Megan Gallagher

Text us your feedback on this episodeImagine a world where mental health, meditation, and mindfulness are part of the public school curriculum. Today, we have the incredible Megan Gallagher, a mental health advocate, self-published author, and 2x Ted X Speaker as our guest. Megan is on a mission to change the public school system by introducing classes that focus on mental well-being and personal growth. She shares her own journey of dealing with anxiety and panic attacks during her high school years, and the crucial first steps in finding the right therapist and treatment modalities.Timestamps to help better navigate this episode:(0:00) Intro(0:20) FREE Self Love & Sweat MONTHLY Calendar(1:52) Mental Health Education and Advocacy(10:42) Finding the Right Tools and Therapist(20:30) Mindful School Schedule, Positive Mornings(24:42) Intuition and Mindfulness in Education(27:30) Use code LUNDEN25 for 25% OFF Snap Supplements(30:05) Intuition, Meditation, and Parenting(43:21) Open Communication and Feelings(50:27) Mental Health in College and BeyondStarting the day on a positive note can be life-changing, especially for young adults. Megan and I discuss the concept of incorporating a mindfulness class as the first period in schools and how it can help students cultivate positive mindsets and attitudes. Megan also shares her personal practices, such as breathwork, journaling, and affirmations, which have been instrumental in her ongoing mental health journey.We also delve into the fascinating topic of intuition and mindfulness in education, and how young people can be taught to listen to their inner guidance. Megan shares her insights on distinguishing between intuition and ego, and the significance of support groups for young men facing mental health challenges. Lastly, we emphasize the power of open communication and fostering meaningful conversations with our children. Join us in this inspiring conversation with Megan Gallagher and learn how we can create a more mentally aware and empathetic society.Connect with Megan:www.meganwgallagher.comIG: @meganwgallagherTwitter: @meganwgallagherSupport the show2 FREE HIGH INTENSITY RESISTANCE TRAINING WORKOUTS: https://lifelikelunden.activehosted.com/f/169One-On-One Life Coaching & NLP with Lunden:http://lifelikelunden.com/vipConnect with Lunden:IG: @lifelikelundenYouTube: https://youtube.com/lundensouzaLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lundensouza/Twitter: @lifelikelundenUse code LUNDEN25 for a discount on Snap Supplements: https://snapsupplements.com/lunden25Podcast Sound Design Intro & Outro: https://hitspotaudio.com/