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Smith Alley opens up about why it's time to stand up against bullying and harassment
Smith Alley opens up about why it's time to stand up against bullying and harassment
Smith Alley opens up about why it's time to stand up against bullying and harassment
Tuesday 22nd February 2022
Smith Alley talks about overcoming bullying, depression, and his efforts to promote mental health awareness on Project Recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Smith Alley on Overcoming Bullying and Raising Mental Health Awareness
I think part of the reason we have younger people feeling more desperate, less connected, more depressed and considering suicide at younger ages is because we, the generation of adults that are there to raise and take care of and mentor these kids, don't understand what they're dealing with.
Smith Alley joins Casey Scott and Dr. Matt Woolley for a powerful conversation about the devastating impact of bullying and the urgent need for mental health awareness. Smith opens up about his own experiences with bullying, which led him into depression and coping through pornography. He shares how bullying has evolved, especially with the rise of technology, and discusses the tragic story of Drayke Hardman, a young boy who took his own life after relentless bullying.
Smith's journey didn't stop at his struggles. He founded the Live Life Bigger foundation to help others facing similar challenges. The foundation aims to create safe spaces for kids to talk about their mental health issues and offers resources to combat bullying. Smith also highlights an upcoming mental health and suicide awareness concert organized by his foundation, emphasizing the importance of community support in tackling these issues.
Listeners will find this episode both heart-wrenching and inspiring, as it sheds light on the often-hidden struggles of young people today. It's a call to action for everyone to stand up against bullying and support mental health initiatives.