In one of the most important mental health podcast conversations we’ve had on TELOS, Aeris sits down with Vincent Hazenboom — whose journey through addiction, emotional awakening, and heart-led masculinity offers a mental health perspective into what it means to be a sensitive man in a culture that equates strength with emotional suppression.

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In this interview, Aeris is joined by Dr. Lisa Riegel. With over 25 years of experience helping schools shift from compliance-based culture to sustainable engagement, Dr. Riegel applies practical neuroscience to real-world educational challenges — making this a must-listen mental health podcast for young adults, educators, and anyone invested in neuro-affirming learning environments.

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In this episode of TELOS: A Neurodiversity Conversation — a mental health lived experience podcast and personal growth podcast for teens and young adults — host Aeris sits down with Gazit Chaya Nkosi, a nervous system educator, for a deep-dive disability podcast interview exploring the intersections of high sensitivity, trauma, giftedness, and masking.

This therapy-informed conversation is perfect for anyone seeking a mental health podcast for young adults that goes beyond surface-level advice. Whether you're a teen navigating neurodivergence or an adult on a personal growth journey, this episode offers understanding, compassion, and practical insight into neurodivergent experiences, bodily awareness, and building a life worth living that honours individual differences.

A must-listen teen mental health podcast episode for anyone curious about nervous system regulation, somatic work, and the lived realities of being neurocomplex.

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