Bad Days & Big Feelings: How Our Mental Health Shapes the Family

How does your mental health affect the people you love most?

In today’s heartfelt episode of 15 Minutes with Dad, Lirec and Mariah open up about their individual mental health journeys—one from the lens of a teenager, the other from a father—and how their emotional ups and downs impact their family’s emotional well-being.

From moody mornings to overwhelming moments, they share honest stories and practical tools for navigating bad days while staying connected, grounded, and supportive of one another.

🎯 In this episode, you'll hear:

• How teen and adult mental health struggles show up differently—but impact the whole home
• Coping strategies for when either parent or child is emotionally off
• How supportive communication can keep small moments from spiraling
• The importance of naming emotions, practicing empathy, and giving space when needed
• A deeper look into how families can build emotional regulation and family resilience together

💡 This is a healing conversation rooted in real life—not perfection. Whether you’re a parent trying to stay calm in chaos or a teen trying to feel seen, this episode reminds us all that mental health is a shared journey, and every step toward awareness matters.

📲 Subscribe to 15 Minutes with Dad and visit 15minuteswithdad.com for tools, prompts, and conversation starters to help your family talk about mental health with compassion and clarity.

🎧 Tune in now—and learn how to move through the hard days without falling apart.