Sophie Riegel: Shattering Stigma and Championing Mental Health Education
I realized then that the biggest thing, the most important thing that I can be doing is educating people, because it's not that people want to be disrespectful or insensitive, it's that they just don't know the right words to use.
Ever felt overwhelmed by anxiety or struggled to find the right words to talk about mental health? In this episode of 'Choose Your Struggle', host Jay Shifman sits down with Sophie Riegel, a passionate advocate for mental health education. Sophie opens up about her own battles with panic disorder and generalized anxiety disorder, shedding light on the real-life impact of these conditions.
Together, Jay and Sophie discuss the urgent need for better mental health education and the power of personalized mindfulness practices. They also explore how the Covid-19 pandemic has amplified mental health challenges and the crucial role of self-care in these trying times. Sophie’s insights offer a refreshing perspective on how we can all contribute to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health and substance misuse. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that’s as educational as it is inspiring.