9: Breaking the Mental Health Stigma: Navigating Stress, Anxiety, and More

Welcome back to The Matriarchs, today we’re talking about mental health—what it is, why it matters, and why it’s okay to not have it all together. No lectures. No labels. Just real talk about anxiety, stress, big feelings, and what to do when it all feels like… too much. Let’s just be honest—life can feel really heavy sometimes. You smile when you’re supposed to, say “I’m fine” when you’re not, and wonder if anyone actually sees what you’re going through. We see you. And we’re so glad you’re here. If your mind has been racing, your heart’s been heavy, or you’ve just felt “off” lately—this is your space. Let’s breathe, let’s chat, and most of all—let’s remind you that you’re not alone. Today we are welcoming a very special guest, Erika Foulk. Erika is a Licensed Practical Counselor with many years of experience. She shares with us how to deal with mental health such as stress and anxiety. We are so lucky to hear from her!