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The Big Silence

Karena Dawn
Mental Health
Trauma
Mindfulness
Meditation
Anxiety
Self-Love
Grief
Healing
Women's Health
Resilience
Nutrition
Fitness
Suicide Prevention
Gut Health
Addiction
Boundaries
Eating Disorders
Wellness
Strength Training
Entrepreneurship

The Big Silence is a top-rated mental health and self-development podcast for anyone ready to build resilience, heal deeply, and grow with intention. Welcome to The Big Silence podcast. This is a space for real, honest conversations about mental health, resilience, and the things we’re all navigating but don’t always say out loud. I’m your host, Karena Dawn—mental health advocate, wellness entrepr... more

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In this episode of The Big Silence, Karena Dawn sits down with Dr. Christine M. Crawford, Chief Medical Officer of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and board-certified psychiatrist specializing in child and adolescent mental health. Fro... more

Actor, curve model pioneer, and longtime mental health advocate Hayley Hasselhoff joins Karena Dawn for an honest conversation about losing her mother and the year of transformation that followed. Hayley shares how grief reshaped her relationships, h... more

Darnell Walker is a death doula, children's television writer, and founder of the travel company Passport Required. In this episode, he joins Karena Dawn to talk about how a near-fatal blood clot diagnosis at 22 reshaped how he lives, why he believes... more

Dr. Michael Greger is a physician, bestselling author of How Not to Die, and founder of nutritionfacts.org. In this episode, he joins Karena to break down the science of longevity — from why poor diet kills more Americans than cigarettes, to the trut... more

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Recent Guests

Hayley Hasselhoff
Actor, curve model, designer, host; founder of Check In With You; mental health advocate
Check In With You, Project Healthy Minds, NAMI
Episode: Body Positivity Pioneer Hayley Hasselhoff on Loss and Redefining Confidence
Darnell Walker
Death doula, children's television writer, founder of Passport Required
Passport Required
Episode: Death Doula Darnell Lamont Walker on Facing Mortality, Forgiveness & Why Love Is What We Never Forget
Michael Greger
Physician, best-selling author of How Not to Die, founder of nutritionfacts.org
nutritionfacts.org
Episode: Dr. Michael Greger on Food, Longevity & Why Everything You've Been Told About Protein Is Wrong
Melinda Gong
Founder of Sol Health
Sol Health
Episode: Sol Health Founder Melinda Gong on Grief, Access To Therapy & Building Beauty From Loss
Case Kenny
Mindfulness expert, author
New Minds, Who Dis? / Author of That's Bold of You
Episode: Mindfulness Expert Case Kenny on Optimism, Journaling for Joy & the Courage To Be Weird
Kathryn Nicolai
Creator of Nothing Much Happens, bedtime story podcast
Nothing Much Happens
Episode: How Kathryn Nicolai's Bedtime Stories Reached 200 Million Downloads and Changed How the World Sleeps
Heather Askinosie
Founder of Energy Muse and Crystal Muse author
Energy Muse
Episode: The Energy You Carry | Nervous System Regulation, Frequency & Healing with Heather Askinosie
Stephan Labossiere
Relationship coach, author, speaker
Stephan Speaks / stephanspeaksshop.com
Episode: The Truth About Modern Dating, Marriage & Attraction with Relationship Coach Stephan Labossiere
Dr. Eboni Cornish
Associate Medical Director at Amen Clinics; President-Elect of ILADS
Amen Clinics; ILADS
Episode: Dr. Eboni Cornish on Neuroinflammation, Gut Health & Why You're Still Not Getting Better

Host

Karena Dawn
Host of The Big Silence, mental health advocate, and wellness entrepreneur with ties to Tone It Up; leads conversations with psychologists, wellness experts, and individuals sharing healing journeys.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 271 ratings
  • Beautiful and necessary podcast

    Karena Dawn crwates a safe, open space for the conversations we often avoid but need to have. Whether you're a guest or a listener - you’ll feel seen, heard and inspired.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DaisyA-D
    United States2 years ago
  • FOLLOW THIS PODCAST

    I feel less alone listening to The Big Silence. Such a labor of love. Today I listened to episode 62 with the creator of the Therabody massage gun which was fascinating to me as a massage therapist and meditation teacher. Karena always asks insightful questions. She said it so articulately, “Out of your head and into you body…. Get out of your mind and into your heart.” You truly can’t think your way out of things. -Ann Swanson, MS

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GastrocRock
    United States2 years ago
  • Yikes!

    Please right a script. You’re all over the place. Blah blah blah without saying anything. Listen to Mel Robins or someone else who knows what they’re doing and then compare to what you’re doing. Just because you can have a podcast, doesn’t mean you should.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Beckster80s
    United States3 years ago
  • Learning and validating

    I’ve learned so much from these podcasts and I’ve always thought Karena’s voice is very healing (from doing her meditations with Tone It Up) The issues discussed in the episodes hit close to home and I love hearing the stories of different individuals and how they are overcoming their mental illness. Very grateful for this podcast and this movement that Karena is creating with the foundation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    laurenmarie19w
    United States3 years ago
  • Uplifting and Empowering

    After following Tone it Up for years and learning more about Karena Dawn’s personal journey, I knew her podcast was going to be informative, raw, and empowering.

    This podcast brings in so many different and refreshing perspectives on mental health, wellness, and life. Some perspectives that may differ from one’s own catalogue of lived experiences or be on a different track of a different mindset. But that is the beauty of this podcast.

    I even found a wonderful tool for my practice with clien... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Srasotasunshine
    United States3 years ago

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Shows like this help reduce stigma around mental health and encourage seeking help.
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Listeners praise the host for creating a safe space to discuss difficult topics.

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Body Positivity Pioneer Hayley Hasselhoff on Loss and Redefining Confidence
Q: How has grief from losing her mother influenced her approach to mental health and daily life?
Grief has reshaped her sense of purpose, driving her to develop and rely on a personalized toolbox, stay curious, and build a community of support; she emphasizes that the year after loss can be transformative and that it's important to keep moving forward with compassion.
Body Positivity Pioneer Hayley Hasselhoff on Loss and Redefining Confidence
Q: What was it like starting modeling at 14 and facing weight pressures at a young age?
Hayley explains that she found motivation in creativity and storytelling, used modeling as a platform to represent curve bodies, and leaned on a supportive family to navigate early fame, which helped her build confidence and resilience rather than shrink from pressure.
Kevin Hines: Surviving the Golden Gate Bridge, Living with Bipolar Disorder & Saving Lives
Q: What daily practices help you stay mentally well?
A structured routine including mornings of resonance breathing, consistent medication, regular exercise (swimming and light workouts), therapy, support from Margaret, and brain-health activities to balance mood.
The Truth About Modern Dating, Marriage & Attraction with Relationship Coach Stephan Labossiere
Q: How should couples navigate changes in attraction or health in a long-term relationship?
Build a strong foundational communication, show consistent support and non-sexual intimacy, and adapt together by exploring alternatives to meet each other's needs while keeping trust and ongoing effort at the center.
The Truth About Modern Dating, Marriage & Attraction with Relationship Coach Stephan Labossiere
Q: What are red flags in dating, and how should someone handle them?
Red flags include unwillingness to communicate and indications that the other person does not want a serious commitment; it's crucial to honor one's boundaries and not convince oneself that someone will change, especially early in the relationship.

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A top-tier mental health and self-development show that invites psychologists, wellness experts, and people with deeply personal experiences to share practical tools for healing and resilience. Episodes cover suicide prevention, brain health, trauma, parenting, addiction recovery, creativity, and mindful living, with a consistent emphasis on reducing stigma and turning difficult topics into actionable guidance. Notable strengths include honest, vulnerable storytelling, expert-backed strategies, and a strong emphasis on community and ongoing support. The format suits listeners seeking real-life coping tools, evidence-based insights, and motivation to cultivate healthier habits and mindsets.

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Recent guests on The Big Silence include:

1. Hayley Hasselhoff
2. Darnell Walker
3. Michael Greger
4. Melinda Gong
5. Case Kenny
6. Kathryn Nicolai
7. Heather Askinosie
8. Stephan Labossiere

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