Are you passionate about mental health advocacy—but unsure if you’re doing it the right way? In this video, Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist® Mike Veny reveals 3 critical mistakes that even the most well-intentioned advocates make—and how to avoid them.
Mental health advocacy is powerful. It has the ability to break stigma, save lives, and transform communities. But when done improperly, it can backfire—causing more harm than good to the very people you're trying to help. Whether you're an advocate, professional, or someone simply passionate about mental health awareness, this video will help you strengthen your message and your impact.
Mike Veny—named the 2023 Leader of Mental Health Awareness by NAMI New York State and winner of the Corporate LiveWire Innovation and Excellence Award in 2022, 2023, and 2024—is here to help you understand how to be a better advocate, avoid unintentional harm, and become part of a growing, positive mental health advocacy movement.
You'll get actionable advice to build a sustainable, inclusive, and emotionally intelligent advocacy approach.
Whether you're creating content, leading events, sharing your personal story, or simply supporting others—you’ll walk away with powerful insight on what to stop doing and what to start doing to become a more effective mental health advocate.
💡 Why This Matters:
In a world where mental health awareness is finally getting more attention, the wrong kind of advocacy can do more damage than silence. If you're serious about mental health advocacy, it’s time to elevate your impact. Avoiding these 3 mistakes could be the key to saving someone’s life—or at the very least, helping them feel truly seen and supported.
This isn’t just theory—it’s real-world advice from someone who lives with a mental health diagnosis and has built a career speaking to Fortune 500 companies, mental health organizations, educators, and policy leaders around the world. Mike Veny understands both the power and the responsibility that come with mental health advocacy—and now he’s sharing that wisdom with you.
🔥 For Mental Health Advocates, Influencers & Leaders:
This is a must-watch video if you:
* Want to be a part of the mental health awareness advocacy movement
* Are creating your own advocacy videos about mental health
* Work in corporate wellness, education, HR, or community outreach
* Believe your knowledge of mental health advocacy is a plus—but want to go deeper
* Are creating an advocacy video about mental health awareness or seeking guidance on how to approach it with authenticity and impact
Mike Veny has spoken to audiences of thousands, partnered with top mental health organizations, and created mental health advocacy videos and online trainings that have inspired professionals, educators, and everyday advocates alike. Now it’s your turn to take action—by learning what NOT to do.
📹 Don’t just raise awareness—raise the standard.
Make sure your advocacy empowers instead of overwhelms. Watch this video now to discover the 3 biggest traps advocates fall into—and how to step into your role with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
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