We are here to answer tough questions about how to open up mental health conversations and talk to friends and family about their concerns around suicide. Here, we are sharing answers from a few questions sourced from the community.

Everyone experiences anxiety differently, but there are some telltale ways that anxiety often manifests itself. We asked the experts for their suggestion on the best tools to help cope with anxiety.

Today we’re honored to share Kristen’s story — she bravely opens up about her experiences overcoming an eating disorder, releasing herself from unhealthy relationships, embracing her queer identity, and caring for herself as a “work in progress.”

Talking to this community and our own loved ones, we’ve been hearing the same thing over and over lately — “I’m not nearly as motivated as I used to be.” “I’ve lost my drive and I don’t know why.” “My usual passion and spark feel a little dimmer.”

Sound familiar? If so, you’re not alone.

Six weeks after experiencing a traumatic birth I started suffering from severe anxiety with terrifying intrusive thoughts. I had heard of “baby blues” and was prepared for possibly crying a lot and being super hormonal, but I never knew that my mind was capable of this.

Recently on The Big Silence Podcast, we had an in-depth conversation with Ashley Greene Khoury and Olivia Khoury about period pain and mental health. Our chat was incredible (listen to the full episode here), and one of the most surprising parts came when the conversation turned to therapy. Ashley shared that she has never seen a therapist, and that part of her is afraid to start.

We’re launching a special series called Share Your Silence. We’ll be featuring different stories around mental health from members of The Big Silence community like you.

How do I support a loved one who is struggling with their mental health? We asked experts for their advice on how to navigate tough conversations around mental health with friends and family.

Hi, I'm Anuja Daulat and I am so excited to be a part of the team at The Big Silence! This year I've been learning how to cope with loss, and I am here to share my story with you, because I hope it might help others who are living with grief.