In this conversation, Zoe Booth and Freya India discuss the trend of opening up about mental health online, particularly among women. They explore the influence of mental health companies and the glamorization of mental health struggles on social media. They also discuss the risks of sharing personal information online and the pressure to document and share every aspect of life. The conversation touches on the fear of missing out (FOMO), the impact of social media on relationships, and the shift in perspective on social justice ideology. They conclude by highlighting the importance of personal responsibility and critiquing the patronizing marketing of mental health products. The conversation explores the idea of constant reassurance and intervention for women's mental health, the importance of resilience and risk-taking, the need to think less about oneself, and the value of getting out of one's own head. It also discusses the shift from victim mentality to victor mentality, the concept of Amazonian feminism, the double standard of strength and vulnerability, the power of discipline and responsibility, and the emptiness of empty cliches.

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