Embracing Chaos to Find Balance and Navigate Holiday Expectations w/ Will Craig
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In this episode of Eyes Wide Open, Nick chats with mental health advocate, author, and speaker Will Craig to discuss various aspects of mental health, personal growth, and the challenges of the holiday season.
Will shares his journey of self-discovery, the importance of writing, and how he copes with chaos in his life.
They also touch on the impact of loss, the significance of therapy, and the power of sharing experiences to help others feel less alone.
They both share reflections on holiday experiences and the emotional challenges that come with them.
Will and Nick discuss the complexities of relationships, the balance between extroversion and introversion, the importance of self-care, and the stigma surrounding mental health among men.
They also delve into the implications of labor rights in reality television, specifically regarding the NLRB Ruling that 'Love is Blind' cast members are employees.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Seasonal Reflections
08:00 Embracing Chaos and Finding Balance
22:01 From Comedy to Mental Health Advocacy
30:07 Writing as a Healing Tool
35:17 Navigating Holiday Expectations
40:54 Understanding Relationship Dynamics
48:22 Self-Care and Personal Recharge
53:27 The Malort Connection
01:06:10 Navigating Personal and Public Life
01:11:41 Reality TV and Labor Rights
01:19:02 Where to Find Will Craig
Find Will Craig here:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mental_health_with_will/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mental.health.with.will
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mentalhealthwithwill
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0nzxW183J7U4FnjUCWOMPR?si=f634e0227bb74dd9
“One Step Forward (Ideally in the Right Direction)” Book: https://tinyurl.com/mr3x5ear
LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/mentalhealthwithwill
Find Nick Thompson here:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nthompson513/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EyesWideOpenContent
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickthompson13/
UCAN Foundation: https://www.instagram.com/the_ucan_foundation/
OnLove Singles Xperiences: https://www.instagram.com/onlovexperiences/
Website: https://www.engagewithnick.com/
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