This is a series consisting of down to earth and practical conversations on mental health. Each SESH takes a dive into the stories of various creators, entertainers, entrepreneurs, athletes from all walks of life to learn about the mental health practices they implement in their day to day and the ups and down they’ve experience in their journey. Hosted by Liz Beecroft, LCSW, the goal is to normalize the topic of mental wellness and provide a concrete understanding of all the resources and tools available to support one’s mind.
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Xylk Lorena is a Toronto-based Filipino designer turning Birkins into one of a kind, expensive grocery bags. Liz Beecroft, LCSW and Xylk catch up to chat what his journey has been like in the creative industry, new and upcoming projects, and how he's managing his mental health in the process of design.
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Yaz Ghotb is a Toronto based lifestyle content creator sharing how she strives to create a balanced routine as a busy 20-something in the city. Sharing wellness, beauty and mental-health related content, Yaz has grown an audience on TikTok and Instagram within the past year. Liz Beecroft, LCSW and Yaz catch up to chat what her journey has been like in the creative industry, the transition from working in Finance to becoming a full time creator, and how she's managing her mental health through it all.
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Katherine is a Toronto-based creative, who merges her background in the startup/tech space with her love for fashion and streetwear. She’s a partner at Counter Culture, one of the top creative/influencer agencies in North America, and spends most of her time ghostwriting strategies for brands and startups to (re) introduce themselves to the world, as well as managing some of the top creators on the internet. She also leads partnerships for Embrase, the team behind some of the leading tech conferences globally, and has been a part of their journey for the past decade. Find her on social @beachykj always in sneakers, creating content for brands from Jordan to Complex, and building out one of the fastest growing startups in the sneaker space, the womxn's one stop sneaker shop; Common Ace. Liz and KJ talk about how she finds balance in all of the many hats she wears, the ways she manages her mental health, and her top carry on essentials for her mental.
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Maryah Greene is a New York based, Japan-bred Plant Stylist & Consultant. She is a graduate from the Bank Street College of Education mastering General Education and Literacy. Much like her plants, Maryah knows what it’s like to start from seed and has no intention of stopping anytime soon.
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