E32: The Power of Language in Body Image, Mental HEalth… with Steph Ng
It can be hard to talk about our mental health when the only vocabulary we have available mismatched with our own experiences
Steph founded Body Banter in 2016 after realizing the powerful role that discussion and advocacy played in her own eating disorder recovery journey. Through providing opportunities for community-building, advocacy and open discussion, she hopes that Body Banter can amplify the voices of individuals and empower them to be the driving forces behind creating a more accepting and accommodating world. Her fascination with the relationship between language and mental health has led her to her current PhD studies in a joint program between the University of Hong Kong and local mental health charity Mind HK, where she is exploring how cultural context and conversations shape the ways we view mental health issues in our community. Her work is internationally recognized, and has been featured on media platforms such as BBC, Channel NewsAsia, NowTV, and Deutsche Welle. (www.bodybanter.com )
In this episode, we discuss topics around cultural and gender differences in body image, the power of language that shapes our attitude towards mental health and illness, how we develop healthy identity with fitness and more.
About the guest:
Steph's LinkedIn
Steph's Instagram
Body Banter
About Emily:
Emily’s Projects: Mental Muscle Website | Mental Muscle Instagram