Drug Prevention Power Hour: Empowering Leaders in Youth Drug Prevention
In this podcast we explore the world of youth drug prevention. We highlight the things that are working in substance use prevention and learn from one another in the field. This is NOT a show featuring only authors, speakers and founders of companies. We also interview people who are working with youth on a daily basis who can discuss what's currently happening in our schools and communities around the U.S. The Drug Prevention Power Hour is for... Prevention professionals, school counselors, principals, vice principals, social workers, school psychologists, coalitions, prevention specialists, school resource officers (SROs), juvenile justice professionals, parent teacher organization members (PTO), parent teacher association members (PTA), alcohol education (AODA), superintendents, greek life, college orientation, athletics, and human services. Our host is Jake White, the creator of Party.0 and Vive18. He's a youth prevention expert who started a peer-led youth movement where students host his signature "sober parties" for their peers - showing that you can fit in, make friends and have fun without using drugs and alcohol. His presentations, curriculum, programs and educational experiences are being used all over the country to help students make better decisions around substance use. His goal for every episode is to educate listeners on prevention, highlight new ideas and inspire us to keep saving lives through our efforts.
Drug Prevention Power Hour: Empowering Leaders in Youth Drug Prevention
Helping Youth Feel Seen, Heard and Supported | Episode 111 with Wes Woodson
In this episode of the Drug Prevention Power Hour, Wes Woodson shares his journey as a mental health educator and public speaker, emphasizing the importance of connecting with youth. He discusses his mission to help students feel seen, heard, and supported, and how vulnerability can foster deeper connections between adults and young people. Wes highlights the transformative power of sharing personal stories and creating a relatable atmosphere in mental health discussions. In this conversation, Wes Woodson discusses the importance of bridging generational gaps, navigating grief, and empowering youth through agency and support. He shares personal experiences and practical strategies for fostering connections, celebrating small wins in recovery, and addressing youth anxiety in today's complex environment. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of active listening, understanding, and creating safe spaces for open communication.
Chapters:
00:00 Wes Woodson's Journey and Mission
03:40 The Power of Storytelling in Mental Health Education
08:37 Creating Connection Through Vulnerability
09:01 Bridging Generational Gaps
12:51 Navigating Grief and Supporting Loved Ones
18:50 Empowering Conversations: Agency and Support
23:14 Celebrating Small Wins in Recovery
28:49 Understanding Youth Anxiety and Connection
34:53 Introduction to Drug Prevention Strategies
34:55 Engaging Youth in Substance Use Education
Links:
- https://weswoodson.com/
- https://www.instagram.com/weswoodson/?hl=en
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/weswoodson
For feedback, questions and new episode ideas...
jake@vive18.com
instagram.com/vive18_