Fonda Bryant
Fonda Bryant
What does being "Strong" mean when it comes to our Mental Health?
What does being "Strong" mean when it comes to our Mental Health?
What does being "Strong" mean when it comes to our Mental Health?
Wednesday 8th September 2021
Fonda Bryant redefines mental strength on the W.A.R. Podcast, emphasizing the courage to seek help and practice self-care.
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Fonda Bryant
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Body & Mind
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Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Redefining Strength: Mental Health Insights with Fonda Bryant
Being strong isn't about letting your mental health fall by the wayside and replacing it with a front that everything is okay or self-medicating. It takes real strength to ask for HELP, to get the
What does it really mean to be 'strong' when it comes to mental health? In this episode of the Wellness Action Recovery podcast, Fonda Bryant tackles this loaded question head-on. Forget the old clichés about toughness and stoicism. Fonda argues that true strength lies in acknowledging your struggles and seeking help when you need it.
She challenges the outdated notion that showing emotion is a sign of weakness and instead highlights the bravery it takes to ask for support and practice self-care daily. Drawing from her own experiences and those of the people she's helped, Fonda offers practical tips for developing coping skills and maintaining mental wellness. She talks about the importance of setting goals and celebrating small victories, which can make a big difference in regulating difficult emotions.
Fonda also delves into the impact of faith on mental health and shares her experience teaching suicide prevention to athletes at BYU. Throughout the episode, she emphasizes the power of apologizing when we hurt others and the importance of helping those who are struggling. This isn't just another talk about mental toughness; it's a heartfelt conversation about redefining what it means to be strong in mind.
Tune in for an inspiring discussion that will leave you rethinking your approach to mental health.