teacher and mental health advocate the ONE!! the only Jessica
teacher and mental health advocate the ONE!! the only Jessica  
Podcast: Pete Vs Anxiety!!!!!
Published On: Fri Jul 31 2026
Description: Jessica Shaker, an educator and mental health advocate, shares her journey of healing and advocacy through TikTok. She discusses the challenges of navigating mental health on social media, teaching mental health in schools, parenting, and the impact of social media on kids. She also addresses the issue of online harassment and shares her personal journey and advocacy efforts. The conversation delves into the personal struggles of mental health, the impact on family, and the importance of open communication. It also addresses the danger of misguided messages and the stigma surrounding mental health, emphasizing the need for support and understanding.TakeawaysNavigating mental health on social mediaTeaching mental health in schoolsParenting and mental health Struggling in silence can lead to a breaking pointMisguided messages can exacerbate mental health crisesChapters00:00 Introduction to Jessica Shaker00:56 Jessica's Journey on TikTok02:05 Navigating Mental Health on TikTok05:17 Teaching Mental Health in Schools06:54 Emotional Regulation for Kids08:34 Challenges of Teaching Mental Health11:39 Parenting and Mental Health14:04 Impact of Social Media on Kids19:14 Facing Online Harassment20:04 Personal Journey and Advocacy20:59 Struggling in Silence22:19 Reaching a Breaking Point24:30 Impact on Family and Children27:07 The Danger of Misguided Messages29:36 Supporting Loved Ones in Crisis39:58 The Stigma of Mental Health"If you want to try it, go to or click the link,api.psychpal.ca/try?ref=peteor use code PETE at checkout for 20% off."