Paul Gilmartin
Paul Gilmartin
#556 Sharing Anonymously - Jo Aggarwal
#556 Sharing Anonymously - Jo Aggarwal
#556 Sharing Anonymously - Jo Aggarwal
Friday 10th September 2021
Jo Aggarwal talks about Wysa, an app for anonymous emotional support, with Paul Gilmartin on 'Mental Illness Happy Hour'.
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Get the buttons here!Jo Aggarwal on Creating Wysa: An App for Anonymous Emotional Support
It's journaling, but journaling that actually understands what you're saying and gives you the techniques a therapist would, can actually help you reframe a negative thought, can help you figure out when actually acceptance would be a good thing now, or looking at another person's perspective would be great, or you know, actually hear what you're saying and respond to your feelings.
Ever felt the need to share your feelings but didn't know where to start? In this episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour', Paul Gilmartin chats with Jo Aggarwal, the innovative mind behind Wysa, an app designed to let people express their emotions anonymously. Jo opens up about her journey from the corporate world to developing a mental health tool that's been recognized as one of Google Play's Best Apps of 2020.
She talks about her experiences in conflict zones, which inspired her to create Wysa, a platform that offers more than just a digital journal. It integrates therapeutic techniques to help users reframe negative thoughts and gain new perspectives. The conversation touches on the power of technology in mental health support, the importance of community, and practical strategies for self-care and coping with trauma.
This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone looking to improve their mental well-being through innovative tools and supportive communities.