BetterHelp: 85% say support is wise
BetterHelp's 2026 State of Stigma report found 85% of Americans believe getting mental health support is wise, yet 74% say society discourages it.
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Giggling about soft smiles, summer reading, and running
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Jun 30, 2026
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Sponsors: David Protein, BetterHelp, Ka'Chava
At 22:20 · chapter starts 21:00
Paige opens the sponsor block by pitching David Protein bars — specifically the Hero bar (28g protein, 150 calories, 0g sugar) and the Bronze bar (20g protein, 150 calories) — as the snack Hannah always reaches for on the go. The BetterHelp read is anchored by a striking stat from their 2026 State of Stigma report: most Americans privately believe therapy is a good idea but feel societal pressure against it. BetterHelp is offered as the friction-free entry point, with 30,000+ therapists and a 4.9/5 average rating from 1.7 million reviews. Ka'Chava rounds out the block with a pitch for travel nutrition packets packed with protein, fiber, greens, probiotics, and more — code GIGGLY for 15% off.
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