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Life Outside the Box

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Honest conversations about mental health. Life Outside the Box is a new youth mental health podcast that takes a deeper dive into the issues that affect youth – from a youth perspective. What do you want to talk about? On this podcast, no topic is off limits! Hosted by mental health advocates Asante Haughton and Abby Kernya, Life Outside the Box is a series of interviews with young people from all walks of life: from students and athletes, to artists and activists. Asante, Abby and guests explore every topic with wit, grace and remarkable insight.

Location:

Canada

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Honest conversations about mental health. Life Outside the Box is a new youth mental health podcast that takes a deeper dive into the issues that affect youth – from a youth perspective. What do you want to talk about? On this podcast, no topic is off limits! Hosted by mental health advocates Asante Haughton and Abby Kernya, Life Outside the Box is a series of interviews with young people from all walks of life: from students and athletes, to artists and activists. Asante, Abby and guests explore every topic with wit, grace and remarkable insight.

Language:

English


Episodes
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Managing Your Emotions Under Pressure + Overcoming Fear

1/1/2024
"Everybody wants results. We all want to be better at whatever we do." In episode 13, acclaimed Performance Psychologist Dr. Dana Sinclair talks with our co-hosts about staying calm and focused under pressure, and how to use your head to get the best out of yourself whatever the situation - whether it's in sports, school, work or life. Support the show @kbiinspiremagazinekbiinspires.com/podcast-life-outside-the-box Thanks for listening! And let's keep the conversation going on Youth Mental Health.

Duration:00:29:42

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Finding Strength in the Face of Overwhelming Circumstances

12/4/2023
In this pivotal interview with athlete, mental health advocate, non-profit founder and survivor of the Humboldt Broncos bus crash Ryan Straschnitzki, our co-hosts get into a deeper conversation about facing adversity, finding strength and the mindset needed to push forward despite overwhelming odds. Support the show @kbiinspiremagazinekbiinspires.com/podcast-life-outside-the-box Thanks for listening! And let's keep the conversation going on Youth Mental Health.

Duration:00:41:03

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Grief, Loss + Social Media

10/23/2023
Episode 11 with guests Micah Dawanyi and Angelica Galluzzo dives deep into a nuanced discussion of grief and loss, and the impacts of social media on mental health in young people. Support the show @kbiinspiremagazinekbiinspires.com/podcast-life-outside-the-box Thanks for listening! And let's keep the conversation going on Youth Mental Health.

Duration:00:56:03

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Life Outside the Box Live: Managing Future Anxiety

6/13/2023
Recorded live in Toronto on May 30th 2023, this panel discussion brought together a diverse group of young people to reflect on managing anxiety about the future. Featuring co-hosts Asante Haughton and Abbigail Kernya, with special guests Arissa Roy, Matthew Dawkins, Tosan Tosanwumi and Dance Susilo Support the show @kbiinspiremagazinekbiinspires.com/podcast-life-outside-the-box Thanks for listening! And let's keep the conversation going on Youth Mental Health.

Duration:01:06:06

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The Power of Poetry with Bänoo Zan

4/10/2023
"Poetry is closer to the human soul… it connects you to that inner, old soul of humanity.” A candid and powerful conversation with Iranian born poet, writer and activist Bänoo Zan - on the power of poetry, freedom of speech and feminism in 2023. Support the show @kbiinspiremagazinekbiinspires.com/podcast-life-outside-the-box Thanks for listening! And let's keep the conversation going on Youth Mental Health.

Duration:00:48:24

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On Being a Youth Author with Matthew Dawkins

12/19/2022
Matthew Dawkins is a Jamaican award-winning author and poet whose work explores subject matters including adolescence, race, nationhood, and mental health. Until We Break is his debut novel. Matthew is currently the Student-Writer-in-Residence at Western University where he also pursues a Bachelor’s of Arts in The School for Advanced Studies in Arts and Humanities and English Literature. Matthew’s work has been featured in Symposium, Indolent Books, Pinhole Poetry, and more. When he's not writing, Matthew can often be found re-watching the Harry Potter series for the millionth time and procrastinating his assignments. Links: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/matthewd_writes/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/matthewd_writes As Quill and Quire explains: "Watty Award–winning author and poet Matthew Dawkins has achieved more than 400,000 reads on Wattpad. This month, he releases his YA debut Until We Break (Wattpad Books), which follows Naomi Morgan as she re-examines her relationship with ballet after a serious injury forces her to stop practising. She befriends Saint, a street artist, who shows her a different approach to art." 'Until We Break' is available everywhere books are sold. Supported by Cameco Corporation Sponsored by Cameco Ontario through their 'Step up for Mental Health' initiative. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show @kbiinspiremagazinekbiinspires.com/podcast-life-outside-the-box Thanks for listening! And let's keep the conversation going on Youth Mental Health.

Duration:00:48:05

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The Indigenous Experience + Youth Mental Health

11/7/2022
Episode 7 focuses on the indigenous experience and how it connects to youth mental health. A powerful and profound conversation with Samantha Crowe, a social worker and an Anishnaabe Kwe from Lake Helen First Nation; and Elton Beardy, a cultural educator, storyteller, and writer based in Thunder Bay, Ontario. This is an episode that will both make you think, and inspire hope. Support the show @kbiinspiremagazinekbiinspires.com/podcast-life-outside-the-box Thanks for listening! And let's keep the conversation going on Youth Mental Health.

Duration:01:02:14

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Season 2 Opener: Youth Activism with Arissa Roy

9/26/2022
In our first episode of Season 2, Abby and Asante chat with Arissa Roy - Youth Activist, Advocate, Author, and founder of Project Power Global. Join our co-hosts for a truly empowering conversation that will lift you up! Support the show @kbiinspiremagazinekbiinspires.com/podcast-life-outside-the-box Thanks for listening! And let's keep the conversation going on Youth Mental Health.

Duration:00:50:14

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Healthy Masculinity & Men's Mental Health

4/4/2022
In episode 5, our co-hosts have a powerful conversation with podcast host and award winning mental health advocate Ryan Forsyth, on the topic of youth mental health and masculinity, + redefining what healthy masculinity looks like. Support the show @kbiinspiremagazinekbiinspires.com/podcast-life-outside-the-box Thanks for listening! And let's keep the conversation going on Youth Mental Health.

Duration:00:53:12

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Finding Your Passion + Purpose

2/14/2022
In episode 4, Asante and Abby talk with advocate Hailey Hechtman about finding your passion through your purpose. They dive into topics such as internalized beliefs, the exploration of career possibilities, and how to "let go of expectations & enjoy the journey". Support the show @kbiinspiremagazinekbiinspires.com/podcast-life-outside-the-box Thanks for listening! And let's keep the conversation going on Youth Mental Health.

Duration:01:01:53

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Disordered Eating & Diet Culture

1/3/2022
In our third episode, the co-hosts have a conversation with University student and mental health advocate, Patrice Cammarano, for a discussion on eating disorders, diet culture and more. Support the show @kbiinspiremagazinekbiinspires.com/podcast-life-outside-the-box Thanks for listening! And let's keep the conversation going on Youth Mental Health.

Duration:00:26:47

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Youth Athletes & Mental Health

12/6/2021
In this episode, Asante and Abby sit down with elite athlete and mental health advocate Mikaela Brewer for a candid and honest conversation about youth mental health, including the unique challenges that young athletes face. Support the show @kbiinspiremagazinekbiinspires.com/podcast-life-outside-the-box Thanks for listening! And let's keep the conversation going on Youth Mental Health.

Duration:00:50:01

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Seize the Pandemic Day!

11/9/2021
In our first episode, co-hosts Asante Haughton and Abby Kernya have a conversation with Western University student Helena Nikitopoulos about student mental health during the pandemic, coping with the anxiety of being back at school, and what really matters in life. Support the show @kbiinspiremagazinekbiinspires.com/podcast-life-outside-the-box Thanks for listening! And let's keep the conversation going on Youth Mental Health.

Duration:00:24:25