This week, the girls discuss mental health stigma’s reputation as a cultural flaw (when it should be viewed through a lens of racism) and how coping is valid whether you’re smoking a cigarette or making compassionate space for your feelings in a therapy setting. And other thoughts on sex, blue zones, and (as per usual) their periods. Also follow us (don’t let Gaby’s asana calendar live in vain) https://www.instagram.com/thoughtsmayvarypodDISCLAIMER: We are not licensed professionals. If you are seeking licensed and professional mental health support, please reach out to 741-741 (The Crisis Text Line) or The NAMI Helpline or The Trevor Project or any of the resources listed below.References:Support earth-angel Lena and her family: https://www.gofundme.com/f/a-story-of-the-ultimate-love?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customerMore info on vicarious trauma: https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/psychpedia/vicarious-traumaBlue zones to validate drinking wine: https://www.bluezones.com/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy