Navigating College Life: Social Pressures, Self-Respect, and Authenticity - Hanna's Story

7 On Sundays™ Podcast

In this episode of 7 on Sundays, hosts Dr. Chez Leeby and Stephanie Boye converse with Hannah, a sophomore at a large public university on the West Coast, about the challenges female students face when not involved in sorority life. The discussion delves into issues such as loneliness, the pressures of Greek life, non-consensual encounters at frat parties, and the broader hookup culture. Hannah shares personal experiences and advice on maintaining self-respect and authenticity despite peer and societal pressures. The episode emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself, the power of saying 'no,' and the impact of media and pop culture on young adults. It concludes with a reminder that opting out of certain social activities is normal and that the show is not a substitute for professional mental health support.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction and Content Warning

01:15 Welcome to 7 on Sundays: Episode Overview

02:48 Hannah’s Story: Frat Party Experiences

05:49 Greek Life and Recruitment Stories

10:12 Fraternity Party Dynamics and Safety Concerns

25:55 Navigating Social Life Outside Greek Parties

30:34 Dealing with Peer Pressure

37:15 The Dangers of Party Culture

39:39 Personal Experience: Being Drugged

41:28 The Impact of Negative Experiences

43:24 Meeting a Healthy Relationship

45:18 Objectification and Sexualization

49:44 Shame and Body Image

59:17 Building Trust in Relationships

01:09:57 Advice for Younger Generations

01:13:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts