TEDxMental Health: Part 2!

 Hello hello and welcome backzo to the last 'informative' post of the year!
Previously, I had authored a blog sharing my favourite mental health TED talks with you all!

With immense love garnered on it, several more binges later, I thought about doing a part 2!

Without further ado, let's jump right into it!

to give a watch once!

1. Why we all need to practice emotional first aid

When we get a small scratch or splinter, we know exactly what to do. Wash the wound, apply a band-aid and avoid contact. This has been ingrained in us since we were 5. 

But what if it's an emotional scar? Are we really taught how to process grief? How to speak to someone who is vulnerable?

In this TED Talk, Dr. Guy Winch discusses the societal favouritism towards physical health over mental health. He emphasizes the importance of practising emotional hygiene, drawing attention to the psychological injuries and wounds such as loneliness, failure, and negative thinking, and suggests simple habits to build emotional resilience for a healthier, more fulfilled life

2.  What’s so funny about mental illness?

When you're physically sick, people tend to show more understanding, but mental health problems still carry a stigma. The reality is that it can affect anyone, and those dealing with it often face discrimination and judgment from society, making their lives even more challenging.

In this TED Talk, Riby Wax reveals that one in four people suffer from mental illness, humorously including herself in that statistic. She shares personal experiences with mental health challenges, challenges societal attitudes towards mental illness, and emphasizes the need to address mental health issues openly to reduce stigma.

Take my word for this: It's a humourous yet deep take on conversations that matter and the 8:27 minute long talk is time spent well.

3. What it's like to have Tourette's -- and how music gives me back control

I beseech you to watch this TED. The title is pretty self-explanatory but the cure unfortunately isn't. Hear from just 1 member of the community what it is like to live with Tourettes - the "omg she's gone crazy, what is she doing" - Syndrome and how music helps calm the effects.

4. The world needs all kinds of minds

Temple Grandin, diagnosed with autism as a child, talks about how her mind works -- sharing her ability to "think in pictures," which helps her solve problems that neurotypical brains might miss. She makes the case that the world needs people on the autism spectrum: visual thinkers, pattern thinkers, verbal thinkers, and all kinds of smart geeky kids.

Advocating for diverse minds and emphasizing the unique strengths associated with different types of thinking, Temple highlights the importance of hands-on education, mentorship, and specialized teaching to unlock the potential of individuals with autism.

5. Is it normal to talk to yourself?

Being caught talking to yourself can feel embarrassing, and some people even stigmatize this behavior as a sign of mental instability. But decades of research show that talking to yourself is completely normal; most if not all of us engage in some form of self-talk every day. So why do we talk to ourselves? And does what we say matter? Dig into the psychological benefits of positive self-talk.

A really cute animation and super informative at its core!
A must watch :)

Alrighty! That was it for today's blog! Let me know if your favourite from this list :)

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Signing off,

Kuhu :)