{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"268. Yes, I Have Bad Days Too: Mental Health &amp; Real Leadership","description":" &quot;Bad days don\u2019t make you weak\u2014they make you human.&quot; \u2013 Kristen Olson In this solo episode of Turmeric &amp;amp; Tequila, Kristen Olson gets real about mental health, bad days, and the truth behind polished social media feeds. She shares personal stories, eye-opening depression stats, and actionable ways to support your mental well-being\u2014even when the world feels heavy. From global data to real-life examples, Kristen breaks down why empathy, community, and honest conversations matter now more than ever. She offers practical tips (like her \u201cWhen in doubt, work it out\u201d fitness mantra) for moving through tough moments, and reminds us that everyone\u2014yes, everyone\u2014is going through something. Whether you\u2019re an influencer, leader, parent, or just a fellow human trying to figure it out, this episode is a powerful reminder to extend grace to others and yourself. What You\u2019ll Learn in This Episode:  Why social media is not the whole story Surprising stats on global and U.S. depression rates How fitness and movement can help shift your mood The importance of vulnerability in leadership Why empathy and grace are leadership superpowers   Time Stamps 0:00 \u2013 Intro &amp;amp; sponsor shoutouts 2:00 \u2013 Why this conversation matters right now 4:30 \u2013 Social media highlight reels vs. reality 8:20 \u2013 Personal stories about bad days &amp;amp; showing up anyway 13:10 \u2013 Eye-opening depression statistics 21:30 \u2013 Fitness, movement &amp;amp; blood flow as mood lifters 27:00 \u2013 Leadership, empathy, and vulnerability 33:50 \u2013 Final thoughts &amp;amp; mental health resources Kristen Olson is a leader, entrepreneur, coach, and host of Turmeric &amp;amp; Tequila\u2122, a top 2% globally ranked podcast. A former D1 athlete and 5x CrossFit Games competitor, Kristen is passionate about mental health, leadership, and questioning a better way. Through candid conversations and solo episodes, she inspires mission-driven humans to lead authentically, embrace vulnerability, and create positive change.  \u2728  Connect with Kristen Olson  \ud83c\udf10 Website: https:\/\/www.turmericandtequila.com \/\/ &amp;nbsp;www.koalliance.com  \ud83d\udcf8 Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/turmerictequila \/\/ https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/koalliance &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;  \ud83d\udcbc LinkedIn: https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/kolson23\/   \ud83c\udfa5 YouTube: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/turmericandtequila   \ud83d\udc26 X\/Twitter: https:\/\/x.com\/turmerictequila &amp;nbsp;\/\/ @kolson23  \ud83c\udfa7 Listen to the Podcast: https:\/\/turmericandtequila.com\/podcast-archive\/ &amp;nbsp; HELP IS HERE: United States (24\/7, Free, Confidential) 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline \u2013 Call or Text 988 or use 988lifeline.org Crisis Text Line \u2013 Text HOME to 741741 or visit crisistextline.org SAMHSA\u2019s National Helpline \u2013 Call 1-800-662-4357 or visit findtreatment.gov International Crisis Lines Find a helpline worldwide \u2013 findahelpline.com (Search by country) Befrienders Worldwide \u2013 befrienders.org&amp;nbsp; Mental Health &amp;amp; Self-Help Resources NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) \u2013 nami.org\/help Mental Health America \u2013 mhanational.org Psychology Today \u2013 Find a Therapist \u2013 psychologytoday.com &amp;nbsp;  Connect with T&amp;amp;T:  IG: @TurmericTequila  Facebook: @TurmericAndTequila  Website:  www.TurmericAndTequila.com  Host: Kristen Olson  IG: @Madonnashero  Tik Tok: @Madonnashero  Website:  www.KOAlliance.com  WATCH HERE  &amp;nbsp;  MORE LIKE THIS:  https:\/\/youtu.be\/ZCFQSpFoAgI?si=Erg8_2eH8uyEgYZF&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;  https:\/\/youtu.be\/piCU9JboWuY?si=qLdhFKCGdBzuAeuI  https:\/\/youtu.be\/9Vs2JDzJJXk?si=dpjV31GDqTroUKWH ","author_name":"Turmeric and Tequila\u2122","author_url":"http:\/\/turmericandtequila.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/37784185\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/37784185"}