In this episode, Lisane Basquiat welcomes back Shanti Das, founder of Silence the Shame, for an honest conversation about where we are today when it comes to mental health, community, and the importance of choosing joy in difficult times. Together, they explore how economic uncertainty, burnout, and growing division are affecting our collective well-being, why conversations about mental health are more important than ever, and what it takes to create spaces where people feel safe asking for help. Shanti shares how Silence the Shame continues to support vulnerable communities through education, partnerships, and storytelling while reflecting on the organization's ten-year journey and the work that still lies ahead. The conversation also explores the difference between happiness and joy, the importance of caring for those who care for others, and why healing begins when we make space for ourselves and for one another. This episode is a reminder that freedom isn't just about surviving. It's about creating lives rooted in compassion, connection, and the courage to seek—and share—hope. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices