An alarm goes off. You rush out the door to class, work, or another interview. Between bills, deadlines, relationships, and endless scrolling, it can feel like everyone else has life figured out while you’re silently wondering, “Am I doing this right? These struggles are often dismissed as “just part of growing up,” but what if the pressure of starting out is taking a deeper toll on mental health?

In episode four of Let’s Talk About It With OhioGuidestone, host Derek Rader sits down with Justin Hovorka, MA, QMHS, SWT, Assistant Director of OhioRISE at OhioGuidestone, to explore the realities of mental health in young adulthood. Together, they discuss the pressure to “figure it all out.”

Their conversation takes a closer look beneath the surface of comparison, self-doubt, overwhelm, and uncertainty, while offering insight into how support, connection, and honest conversations can help young adults feel less alone during this stage of life. So listen along, and let’s talk about it!

There are things we all think, but don't always say out loud.
Is this normal?
Why am I feeling so overwhelmed?
Shouldn't I be able to handle this?
If you've ever wondered, "Am I the only one feeling this way?" You're not, let's talk about it.

Questions about our podcast? Email podcast@ohioguidestone.org to get in touch with us. To learn more about OhioGuidestone, visit ohioguidestone.org.