Ep: 88; Behind The Veil; Unmasking Love Is Blind’s Disturbing Reality: Danielle Ruhl Love is Blind Season 2
Diary of An Empath by Keresse Thompson, LCSW - A podcast by Keresse Thompson
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In this eye-opening episode, we delve into the shadows of reality TV as Danielle Ruhl, a former participant on Love is Blind, unveils the dark side of the hit show. Join us as Danielle shares her personal experiences and exposes the unethical behaviors and manipulative tactics employed by the casting staff. She courageously discusses the toll it took on her mental health and wellbeing, including her struggles with disordered eating and body image challenges. Danielle takes us through the intense casting process, shedding light on the psych assessments and the questionable practices involved. We explore a pivotal moment in the show's Mexico scene, where Danielle experienced a harrowing mental breakdown and grappled with suicidal ideation. Discover the truth behind the lack of support she received from the cast during this difficult time, exacerbated by the scarcity of food and water. As we delve deeper, Danielle opens up about the long-lasting impact Love is Blind had on her mental health. She reflects on the way she was portrayed on the show and the exploitation of her mental health challenges for entertainment purposes. Thought-provoking discussions arise as Danielle shares her insights on how reality TV shows like Love is Blind can be improved to prioritize the mental health and wellbeing of contestants. With an unwavering spirit, Danielle reveals her ongoing healing and recovery journey since leaving the show. She offers valuable advice to others facing similar challenges and emphasizes the importance of finding support. Additionally, she advocates for change, speaking out against the practices of casting agencies and envisioning a brighter future for reality TV participants. Prepare to be enlightened as Danielle highlights pivotal moments and conversations that she feels were crucial for viewers to witness. She shares her hopes, aspirations, and professional endeavors moving forward, both personally and in her advocacy work. Finally, Danielle imparts invaluable wisdom, urging listeners to better understand and support individuals living with mental health challenges, and providing guidance for those feeling isolated or unsupported. Tune in to this revealing episode as we pull back the curtain on the dark side of Love is Blind, and discover the resilience and determination of Danielle Ruhl as she emerges from the shadows, shedding light on a reality often left untold. To get in Touch with Danielle: https://linktr.ee/dnellruhl Book a reading with me: www.therapeutichealingbyreese.com Follow me on Instagram! https://instagram.com/_keresse_?utm_medium=copy_link Follow me on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/TherapeuticHealingByReese/ TikTok: @DiaryofanEmpathpodcast