It is a universal axiom: Young Love is bracing, to say the least. Join Lauren and I as we discuss the complicated story of one of her early relationships, how she was ostracized, and how her belief in herself has built over the years.

Justin: Righteous Rage and Self Discovery | 86

2 days ago 1h 17m

Join us this week as we speak with Justin, the author of the book “The Righteous Rage of a Ten Year Old Boy: A Journey of Self Discovery”. Justin shares the difficulties he had growing up, the long shadow his father cast over his life, his stru

Brandon Stosuy: Sad Happens | 85

9 days ago 1h 14m

This week we speak with the writer Brandon Stosuy, editor of the new collection “Sad Happens: A Celebration of Tears”. We talk about the very small town where Brandon grew up, his reflections on the home where he grew up, wonderful stories abou

David Essel: Spirituality is About Service | 84

16 days ago 1h 1m

This week we speak with bestselling author David Essel. During our conversation, we cover a wide range of topics, including addiction, David’s decades long work helping others, and why the news might not always be the calming influence we might

Maggie: Our Thoughts Dictate Our Emotions | 83

23 days ago 1h

Join us today as we speak with Maggie about her years of being a people pleaser, her 7 years of depression as she tried everything she could to feel better, her breakthrough moment when she finally said she wanted to do things her way, and her

Bre: “High Control” Religious Groups, how they split families, and How Bre has Recovered | 82

1 month ago 58m 15s

Join us today as we speak with Bre about being raised in a “high control” Christian Group, how it affected her family, and how she has found community and recovered since leaving the church.Bre’s website: https://brehamilton.com/Social media:Ti

Renee: Fighting for Custody: Renee on her Custody Blueprint, preparing parents for courtroom battles, and her extensive domestic violence advocacy | 81

Mar 19th, 2024 1h 6m

When a relationship ends and children are involved, the next steps can seem overwhelming. Join us today as we speak with Renee about the template for custody battles she created, what people often don’t know about judicial custody proceedings,

Empowering Women: Mimi on her chaotic early life, the abuse she endured during and after a marriage, and the work she does today to help women be heard and empowered | 80

Mar 12th, 2024 1h 9m

Far too often, women endure stalking, terror, and abuse within their own relationships. Join us today as we speak with Mimi about her journey of putting herself through school, the abuse she suffered during a marriage and after, and the amazing

Almost Killed by the Taliban: Masuda on being forced to leave her home country because of war, her family’s courageous journey to the United States, and how participating as Ms Afghanistan in a World Beauty pageant put her life at risk | 79

Mar 5th, 2024 55m 18s

We often take for granted the fact that we would not need to leave our home cultures if we did not choose. However, refugees all too often have to leave everything they know and love to start over. It is an unbelievable undertaking that so many

Merle's Journey: Overcoming Trauma, Navigating a 19-Year Relationship, and Setting Energetic Boundaries | 78

Feb 27th, 2024 1h 1m

We often believe growing up in a well-adjusted household is something most of our peers are experiencing. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Please join us today as we speak with Merle about growing up in a bizarre and abusive househol

From Trauma to Healing: Brad on his role growing up in his family, his misdiagnosis and overmedication, and his spiritual awakening and healing | 77

Feb 20th, 2024 1h 6m

As Leo Tolstoy immortally said: “All happy families are alike; each unhappy family is unhappy in its own way”. The truth and poetry of this opening line to Anna Karenina is reflected back to us every day. Join us today as we speak with Brad Wet

Resilience, the Art of Bouncing Forward: Lisa on her mental health struggles as a young mother, the unimaginable loss her family suffered, and her journey towards resilience | 76

Feb 13th, 2024 1h 8m

One of the greatest joys of life is building a young family. However, it is not often discussed how difficult this can be on the mental health of the parents. Join us today as we speak with Lisa about her mental health struggles while raising a

Getting Out of Your Head: Brian his encounters with anxiety and mental health, a traumatic event while on vacation, and writing the “Get Out of Your Head” books | 75

Feb 6th, 2024 1h 12m

When we first encounter a mental health event, we are often overwhelmed and want to hide. Join us today as we speak with Brian about his original encounters he had with mental health troubles, how he set out to understand what was happening to

A Strong Survivor: Ashley on her upbringing, her terrifying encounter with a heinous crime, and her continued fight to be an inspiration | 74

Jan 30th, 2024 1h 11m

Join us today as we speak with Ashley about her difficult upbringing and the horrifying and traumatic encounter she had with a heinous crime. Ashley takes us through the harrowing encounter that changed her life and shares not only her thoughts

Living a Meaningful, Nonlinear life: Dr Melanie McNally on her anxious childhood, her multiple paths, and the mental health work she is doing with young people | 73

Jan 23rd, 2024 56m 27s

So often, modern society tells us there is one main way: Grow up, graduate high school, go to college, and then get a job. While this is a completely noble path, it is not often the way life turns out. Join us today as we talk with Dr Melanie M

Every Brain is Different: Samantha on her intrusive thoughts growing up, her challenges in motherhood, and her work in music therapy | 72

Jan 16th, 2024 1h

When facing mental health challenges as a young person, it is easy to feel isolated and alone. As we grow, we learn that are brains are singular. Join us today as we speak with Samantha about coming to terms with her neurodiversity, her struggl

Searching for Connection and Finding Addiction: Jason on his traumatic childhood, his introduction to drugs, his descent into addiction, and how he came out the other side | 71

Jan 9th, 2024 1h 3m

Almost everyone of us has traumatic instances in our childhood. As we grow older, these take root in various ways — some obvious, some not. Join us today as we have the host of “My Madness METHod” as we discuss his childhood, his years engaging

Support Systems Throughout Life: Andy on religion, his mental health struggles, and family | 70

Jan 2nd, 2024 1h 16m

As children, we are often born into a religion that provides us with community and a sense of place. Even as we grow older, we may associate that community as a support system for our own mental health struggles. Join us today as we talk with A

Choosing a Career Path: Stephen on his childhood growing up in New York City, his path to become a doctor, and the mental health struggles he had when prioritizing career over passion | 69

Dec 27th, 2023 1h 23m

Throughout our lives, we find ourselves working to adapt to the molds society builds around us based on our choices. Even if we are certain of the paths we have chosen, the challenges of accepting the molds we step into can be daunting. Join us

Accepting the Reality of One’s Life: David on his mental health struggles, his battles with addiction, and his drive to change the dialogue around mental health | 68

Dec 19th, 2023 1h 1m

It can not be said enough: There remains a stigma around mental health that is unhelpful and unreasonable. Join us today as we talk with David about his struggles with bipolar disorder, how he used alcohol to quell his mental health challenges,

Understanding the “Desire for Destruction”: Dr Nina Cerfolio on her research into mass shootings and terrorism, her lifelong work to help destigmatize mental health, and her heroic work in the Chechen War | 67

Dec 12th, 2023 1h 3m

Terrorism is a constant threat across the world. In America, Mass shootings remain horrendous events that occur far too often. Join us today as we speak with Dr. Nina Cerfolio about her research into mass shootings and terrorism, her harrowing

The Importance of Family: Jill on her relationship with her brother, the schism that occurred in her family, and the lessons she has learned | 66

Dec 5th, 2023 1h

More often than not, we take our family for granted. Growing up in the same house, we form a lasting bond like no other. However, it does not always mean that these bonds cannot be damaged or broken. Join us today as we talk with Jill about her

Nowhere to Run: Jon returns to talk about aging, how he felt completing his 31st marathon, and what keeps him putting on his running shoes | 65

Nov 28th, 2023 1h 7m

Please join us for Jon’s triumphant return! Jon was recently featured in episode 58 of Sad Times (link can be found below) discussing his history as a distance runner and its impact on his mental health. On today’s episode, Jon and Kevin discus

Wellness is Wellness: Tony on his work in the mental health field, how community mental health centers serve the public, and what community means to him | 64

Nov 21st, 2023 1h

Even as we move toward the middle of the 2020s, the stigma around mental health still persists. There are people all over this world working to not only combat that stigma, but also to help those in need. Join us today as we speak with one of t

Navigating Growing Up: Adam on the loneliness he felt in his childhood as he worked to adjust to a changing family structure | 63

Nov 14th, 2023 1h 8m

Many people have been raised in a family that has had to split up. Often, the children affected by these changes are left alone with their feelings and wonder what outlet there might be. Join us today as we talk with Adam about his childhood, h