Trigger Warning: Discussion of trauma and PTSD In this episode, Esha shares a story about her experience with childhood trauma and the therapy that followed. We also discuss some sources of stress in everyday life and explore why self-confidence is such a pressing issue for our generation. We understand mental health may be a difficult topic for some listeners, so we've compiled a list of support resources on our website. You can also reach out to us if you need help finding additional resources or just want to talk to someone. Follow us on Instagram @humanequationpod for all the latest updates and more. If you have a story to tell, even if it's not related to mental health, you can find information about how to share it with us on our website. You can send us a question about mental health, COVID-19, or any other part of the teenage experience using any of the contact methods listed on our website. We respond to every question we receive as quickly and accurately as possible. If you want to support the show, we have a list of ways you can help on our website. They all take less than a minute, cost nothing, and are extremely helpful to us and other listeners. You can also help us improve the show by sending feedback. If you're looking for another podcast to listen to, check out This Teenage Life, a show where a group of teenagers shares their experiences on a variety of topics, including relationships, kindness, and the fears associated with growing up. You can find This Teenage Life wherever you listen to The Human Equation and check them out on their website: https://thisteenagelife.org Credits Special thanks to Esha for sharing her story! Intro Music: Sunlight by @Błue Łaze on YouTube Episode Artwork by @tseahorsegirl on Instagram If you're interested in submitting your own music or artwork to be featured, please don't hesitate to reach out for more information. If you aren't able to click on the links above, you can find everything on our website at https://rebrand.ly/human-equation

Trigger Warning: Discussion of depression and a difficult home life In this episode, Hannah shares a story about her experience with depression and a stressful home life. We also discuss a variety of coping mechanisms and talk about how to manage long-term mental illness. We understand mental health may be a difficult topic for some listeners, so we've compiled a list of support resources on our website. You can also reach out to us if you need help finding additional resources or just want to talk to someone. Follow us on Instagram @humanequationpod for all the latest updates and more. If you have a story to tell, even if it's not related to mental health, you can find information about how to share it with us on our website. You can send us a question about mental health, COVID-19, or any other part of the teenage experience using any of the contact methods listed on our website. We respond to every question we receive as quickly and accurately as possible. If you want to support the show, we have a list of ways you can help on our website. They all take less than a minute, cost nothing, and are extremely helpful to us and other listeners. You can also help us improve the show by sending feedback. If you're looking for another podcast to listen to, check out This Teenage Life, a show where a group of teenagers shares their experiences on a variety of topics, including relationships, kindness, and the fears associated with growing up. You can find This Teenage Life wherever you listen to The Human Equation and check them out on their website: https://thisteenagelife.org Credits Special thanks to Hannah for sharing her story! Intro Music: Serenity by @Deadatrox on Soundtrap Episode Artwork by @eraser_mark on Instagram If you're interested in submitting your own music or artwork to be featured, please don't hesitate to reach out for more information. If you aren't able to click on the links above, you can find everything on our website at https://rebrand.ly/human-equation

Trigger Warning: Discussion of mental health issues In this episode, Erin shares a story about her experience with anxiety and ADHD. We also discuss the cultural roots of the stigma surrounding mental health and explore the inner conflict that often accompanies a common mental health condition. We understand mental health may be a difficult topic for some listeners, so we've compiled a list of support resources on our website. You can also reach out to us if you need help finding additional resources or just want to talk to someone. Follow us on Instagram @humanequationpod for all the latest updates and more. If you have a story to tell, even if it's not related to mental health, you can find information about how to share it with us on our website. You can send us a question about mental health, COVID-19, or any other part of the teenage experience using any of the contact methods listed on our website. We respond to every question we receive as quickly and accurately as possible. If you want to support the show, we have a list of ways you can help on our website. They all take less than a minute, cost nothing, and are extremely helpful to us and other listeners. You can also help us improve the show by sending feedback. If you're looking for another podcast to listen to, check out This Teenage Life, a show where a group of teenagers shares their experiences on a variety of topics, including relationships, kindness, and the fears associated with growing up. You can find This Teenage Life wherever you listen to The Human Equation and check them out on their website: https://thisteenagelife.org Credits Special thanks to Erin for sharing her story! Intro Music: CPU Overloaded by @DJ Wolf on Soundtrap Episode Artwork by @eraser_mark on Instagram If you're interested in submitting your own music or artwork to be featured, please don't hesitate to reach out for more information. If you aren't able to click on the links above, you can find everything on our website at https://rebrand.ly/human-equation

Trigger Warning: Discussion of self-harm and suicidal thoughts In this episode, Tess shares a story about her experience with self-harm and suicidal thoughts. We also discuss the difference between everyday stress and chronic anxiety and what to do if a friend approaches you about a mental health issue they're experiencing. We understand mental health may be a difficult topic for some listeners, so we've compiled a list of support resources on our website. You can also reach out to us if you need help finding additional resources or just want to talk to someone. Follow us on Instagram @humanequationpod for all the latest updates and more. If you have a story to tell, even if it's not related to mental health, you can find information about how to share it with us on our website. You can send us a question about mental health, COVID-19, or any other part of the teenage experience using any of the contact methods listed on our website. We respond to every question we receive as quickly and accurately as possible. If you want to support the show, we have a list of ways you can help on our website. They all take less than a minute, cost nothing, and are extremely helpful to us and other listeners. You can also help us improve the show by sending feedback. If you're looking for another podcast to listen to, check out This Teenage Life, a show where a group of teenagers shares their experiences on a variety of topics, including relationships, kindness, and the fears associated with growing up. You can find This Teenage Life wherever you listen to The Human Equation and check them out on their website: https://thisteenagelife.org Credits Special thanks to Tess for sharing her story! Intro Music: "Please" by @take2beats on Instagram Episode Artwork by @eraser_mark on Instagram If you're interested in submitting your music or artwork to be featured, please don't hesitate to reach out for more information. If you aren't able to click on the links above, you can find everything on our website at https://rebrand.ly/human-equation

We're excited to announce season 2 of The Human Equation, which focuses on mental health. As usual, each episode will consist of us sharing a story from a listener followed by a general discussion of the larger topics related to the story. Follow us on Instagram @humanequationpod for all the latest updates and more. We understand mental health may be a difficult topic for some listeners, so we've compiled a list of support resources on our website. You can also reach out to us if you need help finding additional resources or just want to talk to someone. You can read our statement on the COVID-19 pandemic on our website. We're also holding a Q&A for your Coronavirus questions via all of the contact methods listed on our website. To ensure we give you the most accurate and up-to-date answers possible, we're using a variety of reputable sources, including the websites of public health organizations and a former CDC employee. If you have a story to tell, even if it's not related to mental health, you can find information about how to share it with us on our website. You can send us a question about mental health or any other part of the teenage experience using any of the contact methods listed on our website. We respond to every question we receive as quickly and accurately as possible. If you want to support the show, we have a list of ways you can help on our website. They all take less than a minute, cost nothing, and are extremely helpful to us and other listeners. You can also help us improve the show by sending feedback. If you're interested in submitting your own music or artwork to be featured, please don't hesitate to reach out for more information. If you aren't able to click on the links above, you can find everything on our website at https://rebrand.ly/human-equation

In this episode, we hear a story from Aditi, one of our listeners, and talk about siblings. We also discuss the impact each of us can have on our own families. We can't start our second season without your stories and feedback. Send your stories at https://sites.google.com/view/human-equation/story and tell us what you thought of our first season at https://forms.gle/mHoWVNZuvBD9uDcR9 We also want to hear your questions about social life, academics, and anything else related to the teenage experience. We're going to respond to those questions when we can. You can reach out using the contact information below. If you have comments, suggestions, feedback, ideas, or advice, please reach out at https://sites.google.com/view/human-equation/contact If you want to support the show, share this link: https://rebrand.ly/human-equation with a friend or post it on social media. You can also subscribe to us and leave a review on your favorite podcast app by searching for "The Human Equation". If there's a podcast app you can't find us in, tell us using the contact information above and we'll do our best to make sure you can listen to the show there in the future. Credits Special thanks to Aditi for sending us her story. Episode Artwork: @eraser_mark on Instagram Preview Music: "12 Days of Christmas" by DJ Underbubbles on Soundtrap If you're interested in submitting your own music or artwork, please reach out at https://sites.google.com/view/human-equation/contact

In this episode, we hear a story from Sam, one of our listeners, and talk about crushes. We also discuss the ups and downs of dating and how it compares to friendship. We want to hear your relationship stories! Send us a story at https://sites.google.com/view/human-equation/story If you have comments, suggestions, feedback, ideas, or advice, please reach out at https://sites.google.com/view/human-equation/contact We also want to hear your questions about social life, academics, and anything else related to the teenage experience. We're going to respond to those questions when we can. You can reach out using the contact information above. If you want to support the show, share this link: https://rebrand.ly/human-equation with a friend or post it on social media. You can also subscribe to us and leave a review on your favorite podcast app by searching for "The Human Equation". If there's a podcast app you can't find us in, tell us using the contact information above and we'll do our best to make sure you can listen to the show there in the future. Credits Special thanks to Sam for sending us her story. Episode Artwork: @eraser_mark on Instagram Preview Music: @whoa_its_kabasi on Instagram If you're interested in submitting your own music or artwork, please reach out at https://sites.google.com/view/human-equation/contact

In this episode, we hear a story from Divya, one of our listeners, and talk about relationships with parents. We also discuss the importance of spending time with family and loved ones. We want to hear your relationship stories! Send us a story at https://sites.google.com/view/human-equation/story If you have comments, suggestions, feedback, ideas, or advice, please reach out at https://sites.google.com/view/human-equation/contact We also want to hear your questions about social life, academics, and anything else related to the teenage experience. We're going to respond to those questions when we can. You can reach out using the contact information above. If you want to support the show, share this link: https://rebrand.ly/human-equation with a friend or post it on social media. You can also subscribe to us and leave a review on your favorite podcast app by searching for "The Human Equation". If there's a podcast app you can't find us in, tell us using the contact information above and we'll do our best to make sure you can listen to the show there in the future.

In this episode, we hear a story from Tess, one of our listeners, and talk about the importance of friendships. We also give advice on how to maintain friendships. We want to hear your relationship stories! Send us a story at https://sites.google.com/view/human-equation/story If you have comments, suggestions, feedback, ideas, or advice, please reach out at https://sites.google.com/view/human-equation/contact We also want to hear your questions about social life, academics, and anything else related to the teenage experience. We're going to respond to those questions when we can. You can reach out using the contact information above. If you want to support the show, share this link: https://rebrand.ly/human-equation with a friend or post it on social media. You can also subscribe to us and leave a review on your favorite podcast app by searching for "The Human Equation". If there's a podcast app you can't find us in, tell us using the contact information above and we'll do our best to make sure you can listen to the show there in the future.

In this episode, we hear a story from Mikaela, one of our listeners, and talk about the general topic of friendships. We want to hear your relationship stories! Send us a story at https://sites.google.com/view/human-equation/story If you have comments, suggestions, feedback, ideas, or advice, please reach out at https://sites.google.com/view/human-equation/contact We also want to hear your questions about social life, academics, and anything else related to the teenage experience. We're going to respond to those questions when we can. You can reach out using the contact information above. If you want to support the show, share this link: https://rebrand.ly/human-equation with a friend or post it on social media. You can also subscribe to us and leave a review on your favorite podcast app by searching for "The Human Equation". If there's a podcast app you can't find us in, tell us using the contact information above and we'll do our best to make sure you can listen to the show there in the future.