Along the Gravel Road Podcast
Welcome to the Along the Gravel Road Podcast where we’re changing the conversation around mental health. As a You Aren’t Alone Project non-profit initiative, the goal of the podcast is to provide a safe platform for people to share their stories and give others a sense of hope and connection.
With guests ranging from individuals who are open and willing to share their own mental health journeys to mental health professionals to share expertise and advice.
Trigger warning: Some topics discussed in these episodes may be difficult for listeners to hear. If you are feeling triggered by a topic, we encourage you to listen when you are in a better space, or with someone you trust.
Unless otherwise stated, topics discussed are based on personal experiences, not professional advice, and should not be considered an alternative to seeking support from a mental health professional when needed. Additional resources will be provided in the show notes of each episode.
Along the Gravel Road Podcast
My Journey at the Intersection of Art & Mental Health with Ashli Ognelodh
In this episode, Ashli Ognelodh shares her difficult journey through mental health issues and treatment and how art and her strong faith have served as powerful tools for healing along the way. Hear more about Ashli’s journey, work, and mission of using her platform to help others feel inspired, seen, and understood.
Ashli is an artist/entrepreneur and the founder of Presence Fest. She moved to Baton Rouge two years ago and has been intentional about creating spaces for bringing hope and healing through action. She founded Presence Fest in 2022 with the mission of using curated Christian events to support social and economic endeavors that impact the community in a POSITIVE way. As a project manager, she is able to create spaces for other artistic believers to share their platforms. As a full-time artist, she assists in the revitalization of communities with her mural work. In everything she does, Ashli strives to fulfill her purpose of providing safe spaces for individuals to be vulnerable and creative.
You can learn more about Ashli’s work and vision at aoartwork.com and presencefest.com
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