Meet Connor, mental health advocate and host of The Neighborhood Series   

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Connor shares how his mental health journey led him to start The Neighborhood Series, an IGTV series meant to amplify people's stories and let those watching know that they are not alone. Join us as Connor shares insight into his experience living with depression, being hospitalized in a psych ward, and leaving a 7 year long toxic relationship.   Learn more about Connor's series on IG @blueeyedconnor   

Normalize The Conversation is hosted by Francesca Reicherter, founder and President of Inspiring My Generation Corporation.

Original Air Date: August 18, 2021

Meet Joshua Donaldson, Founder of When The Music Stops   

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Joshua Donaldson shares how his mental health journey led to the creation of When The Music Stops. From living what many would consider the dream life to a miraculous survival of a suicide attempt, Joshua opens up about how it all inspired his passion project, 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, When The Music Stops. Join us to learn about When The Music Stops' mission and initiatives, along with events to keep an eye out for.  

Trigger Warning: Suicide Attempt  

Normalize The Conversation is hosted by Francesca Reicherter, Founder and President of Inspiring My Generation Corporation.

Original Air Date: August 11, 2021

Meet Steve Slayton: NAMI National State President’s Council Chair  

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Steve opens up his own mental health journey and how it inspired his work with NAMI. Watch to learn more about Steve's story, from overcoming feelings of hopelessness through therapy to coping mechanisms and resources provided by NAMI.  

Trigger Warning: Suicidal Ideation  

Normalize The Conversation is hosted by Francesca Reicherter, Founder and President of Inspiring My Generation Corporation.

Original Air Date: August 4, 2021

Meet Rae Ebue, Founder of Pulse Kinection   

In this week's episode of Normalize The Conversation, Rae Ebue opens up about her own struggles with mental health. During college, Rae really began to struggle with anxiety and panic attacks. She shares how difficult it was to be a new mental health consumer, and helpful information she has learned over the past two years. Join us as Rae dives deep into her journey of learning more about her AAPI heritage and her journey into becoming a mental health consumer.  

Normalize The Conversation is hosted by Francesca Reicherter, Founder and President of Inspiring My Generation Corporation.

Original Air Date: July 28, 2021

Meet Zane Landin, Founder of Positive Vibes Magazine  

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Zane Landin shares how a school project turned into  an online magazine dedicated to sharing inspiring, powerful, community-based storytelling evoking transformational, positive change. As mental health has become more of a "trending" topic, Zane has become passionate about sharing authentic stories that offer hope. Join us as Zane opens up about why it is important to him to provide a platform for mental health conversations.   

Normalize The Conversation is hosted by Francesca Reicherter, Founder and President of Inspiring My Generation Corporation.

Original Air Date: July 21, 2021

Meet Agata Rogozinska, mental health advocate and host of Parade of Stories  

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Agata Rogozinska joins us all the way from Poland to share her experience with borderline personality disorder. From misdiagnosis of depression at 13, to an official diagnosis as an adult, Agata shares the confusion and difficulty that the misdiagnosis and improper medication created. Agata then goes on to share her journey since receiving the proper diagnosis and medication, and which coping mechanisms have helped her along the way. Join us to hear a powerful story of perseverance.   

Trigger Warning: Suicidal Ideation  

Normalize The Conversation is hosted by Francesca Reicherter, Founder and President of Inspiring My Generation Corporation.

Original Air Date: July 14, 2021

Are you content with life or is life about producing content? 

Meet Alastair Ballentyne, Host of the Emotional Language Clubhouse Room  In this episode of the Normalize The Conversation series, Alastair Ballentyne shares his wisdom with us on the importance of learning our emotional language. Alastair enlightens us with the idea of how our bodies are our subconscious mind, meaning that everything we experience, we feel first. Watch this episode to learn more about getting in tune with your own emotions.  

Normalize The Conversation is hosted by Francesca Reicherter, Founder and President of Inspiring My Generation.

Original Air Date: July 7, 2021

Meet Kayla Sides: mental health advocate  

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Kayla Sides shares her own journey with Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Major Depressive Disorder. From lack of awareness and education on proper medication usage, Kayla ended up hospitalized in a psych ward. It was then, Kayla realized she had to teach herself how to better understand what she was going through. Now, Kayla is passionate about advocating for her own mental health and for the mental health of others. Join us as Kayla shares her mental health journey, and the importance of normalizing the conversation on mental health and ending the stigma.  

Normalize The Conversation is hosted by Francesca Reicherter, Founder and President of Inspiring My Generation Corporation.

Original Air Date: June 30, 2021

Meet Megan Gormley: Epilepsy and Mental Health Advocate  

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Megan Gormley opens up about living with Epilepsy. Megan shares a brave recount of receiving her diagnosis and figuring out the right medication for her. Join us to learn more about Epilepsy and what to do if you witness someone having an active seizure.  

Normalize The Conversation is hosted by Francesca Reicherter, Founder of Inspiring My Generation Corporation.

Original Air Date: June 23, 2021

Meet Paul Johnson: mental health advocate  

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Paul Johnson shares the importance of bringing mental health into the education sector. Watch this episode to learn about how the stigma is perpetuating a cycle of high suicide rates among our youth and why normalizing the conversation at a young age is so important.  

Normalize The Conversation is hosted by Francesca Reicherter, Founder and President of Inspiring My Generation Corporation.

Original Air Date: June 16, 2021