Why "Wait Until You Have a Plan Before You Talk" Is Terrible Advice

"Don't talk about it unless you have a solution." That advice? It's garbage. And it's why people suffer in silence. This episode breaks down why waiting for perfect answers keeps you stuck—and what actually helps when you're struggling.Someone told a struggling friend: "I wouldn't talk about that until you have a solution."Let that sink in for a second.You're already drowning. Already stuck. Already scared. And someone just told you to figure it all out alone before you're allowed to ask for help.In this episode, Jonathan Collier and Dr. Mark Mayfield unpack the toxic advice that keeps people isolated when they need support most. Sparked by a vulnerability post from content creator "Nobody Cares Anthony," this conversation explores why the "don't share without a solution" mindset is dangerous—and what actually helps when you're navigating depression, anxiety, or any mental health challenge. And why more people should do what Cheam Creams guy did and just talk. Don't wait until you have a plan in place before you talk..... that's B.S.This one's for anyone who's ever felt like they needed to have it all figured out before they could be honest about what they're going through.