On Your Mind

Aileen talks to the team of students behind the Instagram page @our.honest.headspace about their platform, mental health awareness and why it is important to them, and so much more. Make sure to follow their Instagram to educate yourself more about mental health illnesses! 

Aileen talks about how you should check in with your loved ones to have meaningful conversations and open up about mental health, how to help your loved ones who may be struggling, and more!

Aileen talks with Ahlam Khaleefa about the similarities and differences between allyship, advocacy and activism and what they each are. 

Aileen talks to two of the leaders of Mount Si High School's Splintered Minds club about the purpose of their club, the difference between stress and anxiety, mental health over the holidays and more! 

Aileen discusses what mantras are and their history, provides examples of some mantras that everyone can use and talks about the impact a mantra can have on one's mental health. 

Links to articles mentioned:

https://thriveglobal.com/stories/modern-mantras-surprising-effects-focus-productivity-tips/?utm_source=Newsletter_Prompt&utm_medium=Thrive

https://www.everydayhealth.com/columns/therese-borchard-sanity-break/10-calming-mantras-that-can-ease-depression/ 

Aileen talks with Emma Cullen about high school seniors and their mental health, the struggles of trying to be creative and engaged, some pros of virtual classes, how to destress and stay motivated, and much more! And yes, the senior culminating project is mentioned.

Aileen kickstarts Season 2 of On Your Mind by talking about the idea of being active and how it can benefit and detriment your mental health. 

Aileen talks to her physics teacher, Mr. Gailey, about how teachers are preparing for the upcoming online school year and the challenges it brings in the season 1 finale of On Your Mind. Mr. Gailey also shares his experience serving in the Peace Corps and explains what the Peace Corps is all about! 

Aileen talks about the upcoming school year and how students can take care of their mental health while they attend their online classes. 

Aileen talks to some of her white peers and student leaders about what actions students and admin can take to create an anti-racist culture at their high school and school district. A huge thank you to Olive, Emma, Michael, and Amelie for coming on to the podcast!