Didi Hairston: Mental Health, Healing & Breaking the Stigma

Didi Hairston: Mental Health, Healing & Breaking the Stigma

In this powerful episode of Voices of Victory, host Tanir sits down with Didi Hairston to discuss her personal journey through mental illness and the healing power of vulnerability and community.

💬 Didi opens up about her experience with depression, the weight of stigma in Black and faith-based communities, and how therapy, visibility, and shared stories can be tools for transformation. This conversation is a must-watch for anyone navigating mental health challenges or supporting someone who is.

✨ From pain to purpose, Didi’s story is one of resilience, truth, and the fight to break generational silence. If you’ve ever felt alone in your mental health battle—this episode is for you.

00:00 Introduction to Mental Health Awareness
01:44 Didi’s Journey with Mental Illness
04:04 Releasing Shame and Owning Your Story
09:48 Navigating Life with Mental Health Challenges
12:57 Breaking Myths about Mental Illness
16:03 Living with Mental Illness
18:48 The Role of Therapy and Community
20:49 Finding Purpose in Hard Times
21:58 Identity and Mental Illness
23:23 Message of Hope and Connection

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Guest: Didi Hairston
https://www.divawithdepression.com/
https://direct.me/divawdep
Podcast: https://pod.link/1572740143

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