Breaking Down Barriers: Addressing Mental Health Stigmas with Alexandra Miles

Today on The Light Inside, we delve into the intricate world of social stigmas and their impact on mental health. 

Join us as we uncover how these stigmas can shape societal norms and influence our collective behaviors. We discuss the dual nature of social stigmas, both supporting high standards and promoting values while also perpetuating discrimination. 

Guest Alexandra Miles from Project Blackbird sheds light on untangling the complex effects of stigmas on mental health. 

Discover how understanding unitive ego theories, emotional competency, and social conflation can help break down these barriers. 

Tune in to gain insights on overcoming stigmas and fostering a more inclusive perspective on mental health.

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Time stamps:

[00:03:24] Eating disorders and social stigmas.

[00:06:37] Understanding mental health spectrum.

[00:08:05] Stigma around mental health.

[00:12:11] The impact of social stigmas.

[00:14:51] Mental health disparities in healthcare.

[00:18:19] Recognizing Mental Health Symptoms.

[00:22:34] Compassion for mental health struggles.

[00:27:58] Maintaining connection with your body.

[00:29:46] Mental health struggles and stigma.

[00:33:44] Thinking models and emotions.

[00:38:36] Acknowledging emotions for societal impact.

[00:42:14] Ego development and personalization.

[00:44:26] Comparison in human nature.

[00:47:04] Radical acceptance.

[00:52:39] Protecting Mental Health Boundaries.

[00:56:35] Social emotional learning and parenting.

[00:58:20] Vulnerability and identity development.

[01:03:43] Reframing labeling of emotions.

[01:07:51] Impact of social stigmas on mental health.

Credits:

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Featured Guest:

Alexandra Miles

Music Score: Epidemic Sound

Executive Producer: Jeffrey Besecker

Mixing, Engineering, Production and Mastering: Aloft Media

Executive Program Director: Anna Getz