Trigger Warning: In this episode, we discuss sensitive mental health topics.   As moms and as women, our mental health is incredibly important, and we should be having conversations about it. The problem is, many of us feel ashamed by the stigmas attached to the subject, and as a result, those conversations aren’t happening.    How can we banish those feelings of shame for good, so we can talk about our experiences with others and get the help we need, when we need it? How can we start giving ourselves permission to open up so we don’t need to suffer in silence?    In this episode, author of A Mouthful of Air and director of the film based on the novel, Amy Koppelman shares how to allow ourselves to feel true joy again.    3 Things You’ll Learn in This Episode   The key to feeling less alone Baby Blues affect approximately 80% of all mothers, so why is it that most women experiencing it feel so alone? Is there anything we can do to change that?   1 small step we can take to make a positive difference today Mental health issues affect such a big portion of women across the world that ‘solving’ the problem can seem impossible. What can we do to help just one person, everyday?    Why we need to re-think the impact social media has on mental health We hear a lot about the dangers of social media for mental health, but could there be a benefit to the platforms?   Guest Bio-    Amy Koppelman is the author of three critically acclaimed novels: A Mouthful of Air, I Smile Back, and Hesitation Wounds, a 2016 Independent Publisher Book Award winner. She produced and co-adapted the film adaptation of I Smile Back, starring Sarah Silverman, who received a SAG award nomination for the role. The film premiered at the Sundance, Toronto, and Deauville film festivals. Her latest film, A Mouthful of Air, is her first undertaking as a screenwriter, director, producer, and illustrator. An outspoken advocate for women’s mental health, Amy lives in New York City with her family.    To connect with Amy, go to: https://www.instagram.com/amy_koppelman   https://www.instagram.com/amouthfulofair  And to get a copy of her book, go to: https://www.amazon.com/Mouthful-Air-Amy-Koppelman/dp/1931561303