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Breaking The Taboo of Talking About Suicide with Serena Hope Sun
Breaking The Taboo of Talking About Suicide with Serena Hope Sun
Breaking The Taboo of Talking About Suicide with Serena Hope Sun
Friday 21st May 2021
Serena Hope Sun joins Jay Shifman to discuss suicide, mental health, and breaking taboos on 'Choose Your Struggle'. Listen now.
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Get the buttons here!Serena Hope Sun: Shattering the Silence on Suicide and Mental Health
In order to provide this education, we have to first start by breaking the taboo.
What happens when you mix an actress, a mental health advocate, and a passion for breaking taboos? You get Serena Hope Sun, the founder of Breaking Taboo, who joins Jay Shifman in this episode of 'Choose Your Struggle'. Serena's mission is to change how we talk about suicide, inspired by her own experiences and the loss of friends to suicide.
She’s not just talking the talk; she's walking the walk with her organization that aims to foster open conversations about mental health. Jay and Serena dive deep into their personal journeys with mental health, shedding light on the hurdles faced while advocating for mental health education. They tackle the myth that discussing suicide can trigger more suicides, emphasizing the importance of having these conversations correctly.
Serena shares how Breaking Taboo is making strides by building mental health days for schools and providing much-needed education. The episode also explores the media's role in suicide clusters and the often problematic portrayal of suicide in films and TV shows. Jay and Serena stress the need for responsible reporting and representation, aiming to shift the narrative towards a more conscientious approach. But it's not all heavy talk. Serena offers practical tips on self-care and finding joy in everyday moments.
She also touches on the impact of social media on mental health, advocating for authenticity online. This episode is a heartfelt and eye-opening discussion that challenges the stigma surrounding suicide and mental health. Serena Hope Sun's dedication to breaking taboos provides a refreshing and necessary perspective on these critical issues.