{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2Fb5d1c298-5f3d-481d-83c4-3aed1f27fde8","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Fighter and Survivor: Noah May on Breaking the Silence Around Depression and Anxiety","description":"In this raw and deeply personal conversation, host Sana speaks with Noah May\u2014multi-podcast host from Alabama\u2014about navigating the quiet torment of depression and anxiety, especially in spaces where mental health is often misunderstood. Noah shares how his struggles began, why anxiety was harder to name, and how podcasting became a lifeline for both healing and advocacy. Together, they break down stigma, the reality of vulnerability for men, and the small, consistent actions that help you survive when hope feels out of reach. This is a conversation for anyone walking through the dark. You\u2019re not alone.\nAbout the Guest:Noah May is a podcast host and mental health advocate from Alabama who uses storytelling to shed light on depression and anxiety, especially among men. Through his own lived experience, Noah openly challenges the toxic silence around mental illness and encourages others to speak their truth and reclaim their strength. His mission is rooted in honesty, resilience, and creating a safe space for people to be heard.\nKey Takeaways:\n\n\nDepression may show up early, but anxiety can sneak in silently and harder to identify.\n\n\nFor men, societal expectations can deepen mental health struggles.\n\n\nPodcasting gave Noah a voice\u2014and others a safe space to feel seen.\n\n\nMusic, writing, therapy, and a strong support system are cornerstones of his healing.\n\n\nIf you're in the dark, just keep walking. You are more than your diagnosis.\n\n\nConnect with Noah May:Follow Lethal Venoms Podcast on Instagram & TikTok: [@lethalvenomspodcast]Explore all his podcasts and social links via Linktree in his Instagram bio.\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avikTune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavikSubscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind\nStay Tuned And Follow Us:YouTube \u2013 https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylifeInstagram \u2013 https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.podThreads \u2013 https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.podFacebook \u2013 https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymindLinkedIn \u2013 https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster\n#podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #MentalHealthAwareness #MensMentalHealth #PodcastLife #AnxietySupport #DepressionRecovery #InnerLight #HealingIsPossible #PurposeThroughPain","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/fb3a8ffd-7663-46c0-836c-768ee59d4bb6/mjm0zi5qcgc.jpg"}