"I don't live with mental illness - mental illness lives with me." - Ben Meisner

He penned an incredibly candid story in the Player's Tribune about his deep depression, and now hockey player Ben Meisner opens up to Kristen about all things mental health. This week the pair discuss his diagnosis, breaking the stigma against medication, learning to love yourself, and overcoming self-doubt. This episode isn't just for someone who lives with depression and anxiety, it's an honest and vulnerable talk that can't be missed.

Read his article in the Players Tribune

Email Ben ([email protected])

Follow Ben on Twitter: @ben_meisner

A Book mentioned in this episode is one of Kristen's T op 5 inspirational books: Get it here - "The Four Agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz