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Your Trauma Talks presents

The Your Trauma Talks Challenge

Share your story. Change the world.

A platform for storytellers to share lived experiences, help people connect, and bring mental health conversations into the light.

100 storytellers will qualify this season
Registration fee: $39.97
Ask about enteringExplore the opportunities

Three ways to be featured

One story can reach a bigger stage.

In-person NYC spotlight

Top 24

  • 15–20 minute uninterrupted interview
  • Filmed in studio with professional lighting and audio
  • Featured across Your Trauma Talks platforms
  • Included in the VIP Gala lineup and receives the Your Trauma Talks Award
  • Meet VIPs from NYC in person at the Gala

Virtual features

Next 75

  • Featured on Mental Health Bytes and the monthly virtual mental health conference
  • Featured on Trauma Talks Thursdays
  • Featured on the Your Trauma Talks Podcast and YouTube
  • Receive a digital certificate
  • Eligible for the Wild Card selection

A second chance to make a bigger impact

1 Wild Card

  • Selected from the virtual 75
  • Joins the Top 24 in person
  • Added to the VIP Gala lineup
  • Receives the Your Trauma Talks Award

One of a kind

Why this competition is different

  • A spotlight interview with MrTraumaTalks, Rahul Maharaj
  • A dedicated 15–20 minutes to honor your trauma story
  • Hosted by an international motivational speaker, singer and performer
  • Part of a global mental health movement
  • An opportunity to be featured across multiple shows and platforms

For every participant

Your story has a place here.

  • Official entry into the Your Trauma Talks Challenge
  • Digital certificate: Your Trauma Talks Storyteller 2026
  • A chance to be featured on multiple shows
  • A chance to be selected for the Top 24 or Wild Card
  • A chance to attend the VIP Gala and inspire others

Your next chapter starts with a story

Ready to share yours?

The season is limited to 100 storytellers. Contact us for entry details and next steps.

$39.97 registration fee

Ask about entry

Email rah@mrtraumatalks.com for details.

The Your Trauma Talks Challenge

Your Trauma Talks Challenge flyer describing the NYC spotlight, virtual features, and Wild Card opportunity