The smile we wear when everything is falling apart. John Mannion of the Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation joins Victoria and Pennie to talk about the exhausting work of appearing fine — why so many of us feel we have no other choice, and what happens when the brave face finally comes down.
If this conversation brings something up for you
This episode includes an open conversation about mental health and some of the things we often carry quietly.
If you, or someone you care about, needs additional support, please know that help is available.
For mental health support services and resources, visit the Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation’s Get Help Now page:
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