Rachel Platten on Motherhood, Music, and Mental Health
Episode Overview
The importance of reaching out for help during tough times. How music and faith can aid in healing from mental health struggles. The challenges of balancing a successful career with motherhood. The role of therapy in managing mental health. Personal growth through facing and overcoming adversity.
I felt so defective as a mother. I felt so embarrassed. And it's life. Like, this is earth school. It's in session. We're learning here.
Patrick Custer sits down with the talented singer/songwriter Rachel Platten for an emotional and open-hearted conversation. Rachel shares her journey through postpartum depression, the struggles of balancing motherhood and a thriving career, and the role of music and faith in her healing process. She discusses the raw truth of feeling lost and overwhelmed, the importance of reaching out for help, and her experiences with therapy. Rachel also reflects on how her relationship with spirituality has evolved over time.
This episode is a heartfelt exploration of mental health, the challenges of parenthood, and finding strength through vulnerability. If you're looking for a story that combines honesty, hope, and resilience, this episode is a must-listen.