This week on The Revolutionized Mind, we are joined by mental health speaker, author, and CEO, Wes Woodson! In this episode, Wes talks about some of his personal experiences with mental health challenges and how these have inspired him to do the work that he does today. Growing up in a predominantly white suburban town, Wes experienced social anxiety as people would often look at him differently. Additionally, he struggled with test anxiety in school and was put on an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) which contributed to both internalized shame and externalized judgment. Achievement was a big deal in his household and he put a lot of pressure on himself to succeed over the years. When he was 22, he experienced domestic violence and was then placed in an intensive outpatient program. Here, Wes learned a great deal about himself, his anxiety, and other people. He decided to take what he learned and turn it into a mental health education company where he now goes around the country working with students and educators. We discuss the difference between stress and anxiety, share practical strategies that actually work to manage anxiety, and emphasize the importance of nurturing your own personal needs. This conversation is sure to teach you something new and/or bring some positive energy into your day. Full episode coming out tomorrow

Content warning: This episode mentions the topics of suicide and domestic violence. Please make sure that you are in the right headspace to consume this content before pressing play on this episode. If you are in a crisis or require immediate mental health support, please call or text ‘988’.

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Wes' website: https://weswoodson.com/