In this episode, Jodi Duval sits down with Gabrielle Magid, the Founder and CEO of Stronger Than Stigma®, to explore the vital importance of mental health and the stigma that surrounds it. Gabrielle shares her inspiring journey and how she founded Stronger Than Stigma® to tackle the mental health challenges faced by students, young professionals, and individuals of all ages. Their conversation delves into the healing potential of openly discussing mental health, not just for individuals but for relationships, joy, and overall well-being.
Gabrielle sheds light on how mental health struggles are often hidden behind societal expectations, and how we can work to change this by fostering a culture where seeking help is seen as a sign of strength, not weakness. She outlines what Stronger Than Stigma® is doing to create change, raise awareness, and break down barriers that prevent people from addressing their mental health.
In this episode, Jodi and Gabrielle discuss:
- What “Stronger Than Stigma” means and how the movement began.
- The biggest mental health challenges faced by students and young professionals.
- The global stigma surrounding mental health and the pressure to be “okay,” even when we’re not.
- Practical ways to begin changing the narrative around mental health.
- The initiatives that Stronger Than Stigma® is implementing to make a difference.
- Simple actions we can take every day to improve and protect our mental health.
Gabrielle Magid is a Millennial Mental Health Strategist, Experience Designer, and the Founder & CEO of Stronger Than Stigma®. Gabrielle founded Stronger Than Stigma® in 2013, inspired by the struggles students face with mental health, despite access to free counseling services. Through her work, Gabrielle has built a community that offers not just conversation, but action, advocacy, and empowerment, with the mission to end mental health stigma and encourage individuals to seek the help they need without fear of judgment.
Stronger Than Stigma® works to normalise conversations around mental health, with the goal of creating a world where asking for help is seen as a strength, not a weakness. The organisation supports individuals and communities by providing resources, education, and advocacy for mental health awareness.
Connect with Gabrielle:
Instagram: @strongerthanstigma
Website: strongerthanstigma.org
