A Conversation with my Lloyd Screen: Real Talk on Mental Health from an 18-Year-Old's Perspective

Real talk mental health conversation: An 18 year old shares his views on mental wellness, faith, and personal growth during challenging times.

In this episode of The Forge Within Podcast, I sit down with my son for an open and honest conversation about his experience of mental health.

We talk about how Covid impacted him, what it was like navigating friendships and relationships during that time, and how he experienced seeing me struggle with my own mental health.

He also shares how faith helped him make sense of difficult moments and supported his mental wellbeing in ways he didn’t expect.

This isn’t a conversation about lessons or advice.
It’s about listening, understanding, and giving space to a young person’s voice.

This episode is for parents, young people, and anyone who’s ever wondered how honesty, trust, and openness can shape emotional growth.