Living Beyond Should, with Mikaela Henschel

The Identity Project; a My Why Podcast

Today we introduce you to Mikaela, a former news anchor, goal getter and survivor of sexual abuse. Mikaela is living beyond should... What do we mean by that? The societies in which we all live often make us feel we have to live a certain way. We should get married by a certain age, we should have so much money in the bank... and so on. While there is nothing wrong alongside your communities norms, Mikaela is breaking down some should's and living to really experience new things and make memories! Listen to learn more about how she is learning to manage her struggles with mental illness and how she is a true SURVIVOR of sexual assault. TRIGGER WARNING. This story covers topics of sexual assault, suicide, overdose and other mental health relates topics and struggles. Please reach out to someone if you are in need. Thank you Mikaela for sharing your story to help and encourage others to ASK FOR HELP! Call HealthLine at 811 if you're unable to find the information you're seeking on HealthLine Online. Call HealthLine at 811 for professional health or mental health and addictions advice, education and support. Open 24/7 Confidential Free Translation in over 100 languages What is HealthLine 811?​HealthLine 811 is a confidential, 24-hour health and mental health and addictions advice, education and support telephone line available to the people of Saskatchewan. It is staffed by experienced and specially trained registered nurses, registered psychiatric nurses and registered social workers. HealthLine 811 is free. Services are offered in English, with translation available in over 100 languages. If you are having technical issues with accessing HealthLine 811 by dialing 811, you can call 1-877-800-0002 to be connected. Deaf and hard of hearing residents can access HealthLine 811 by using the SaskTel Relay Operator service at ​1-800-855-1155. Mental Health Support in Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/mental-health-services/mental-health-get-help.html (https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/mental-health-services/mental-health-get-help.html)