top of page

NEIL PAREKH'S
LENS ON LIFE BLOG
Thoughts and observations on mental health, technology, social media, photography and more.


Neil Parekh
Oct 10, 2024
Ep. 17 Steven Berbeco | Shining Light on Shadows: United Way of Northwest Vermont's Mental Health Initiative
United Ways across the country do some great work around Mental Health advocacy. Our guest: Steven Berbeco, from United Way of NW Vermont.


Dawn Helmrich
Sep 25, 2024
Posting All of My Feelings on Social Media Is Very Intentional
But the reality is that we probably all do a pretty good job of wearing that mask that says we are ok when deep down we really aren’t.


Claire Filipek
Sep 25, 2024
Coming to Terms With – And Managing – Bipolar 1 Disorder
I am a 31 year old graduate student studying Computer Science Education and I also have Bipolar I disorder.


Neil Parekh
Sep 25, 2024
Ep. 16 Claire Filipek | Shining Light on Shadows: The Highs and Lows of Managing Bipolar 1 Disorder
Dawn and I launched this twice a month show in order to help reduce the stigma associated with mental health.


Neil Parekh
Sep 12, 2024
Creating Community Support Through Livestream Shows
For me, my community support has been online, through livestream productions, emails, texts and viewer comments.


Dawn Helmrich
Sep 11, 2024
Your Life Is Worth Healing No Matter the Circumstances
The biggest take away for me this week is to continue to help inform people of the importance of seeking out help if you are suffering.


Dr. Rachelle Kritzer
Sep 11, 2024
The Power of Online Support Groups
Working as a psychologist in schools and in clinics, I am aware of the myriad of community supports available and the difference they make.


Neil Parekh
Sep 10, 2024
Ep. 15 Dr. Rachelle Kritzer | Shining Light on Shadows: The Importance of Community Support (NAMI, etc.)
This episode will focus on the importance of community support for people with mental health challenges / developmental disabilities.


Dawn Helmrich
Aug 20, 2024
Finding That Something That Brings Us Joy Is Well Worth the Effort
Finding that thing (or things) in our lives that makes us feel better when we're struggling is an important aspect of self-love and wellness
bottom of page