Who checks on the “strong friend”? In this solo episode of Insider Threat, we’re talking about the hidden weight of being the one everyone leans on—and how that strength can become a silent burden.From societal expectations to the quiet battles we fight alone, this conversation explores why resilience shouldn’t mean invisibility, and how we can create space for vulnerability in ourselves and each other.We’ll dive into the ways pop culture, social media, and our own internal wiring keep us from asking for help, and why breaking that cycle is essential for mental and emotional balance.We also hit our warm-up segment, “Say Ahh,” and close with Take CTRL—a reflection on what stood out, what stuck, and what you’re applying moving forward.🔒 Highlights include:

• The societal myth that strong people don’t struggle
• The silent emotional toll of always being “the rock”
• The internal conflict of needing help but not wanting to ask
• Why we must normalize checking in on our strongest friends
• Tools to create a balanced cycle of support

Questions to reflect on:

• When was the last time someone genuinely checked on you?
• How do you make sure the strong ones in your life get support too?
• What’s the hardest part of admitting you need help?

🎧 Tune in, take notes, and maybe send that “just checking in” text today.📱 Follow Insider Threat:
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