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Episode #25 Pete talks with Anders Odden about his surviving cancer and the amount of drugs he was told to take. Anders gives a look inside the world of shrooms and how they can be used to help with mental health..
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Episode #24 Pete has an Awesome chat with Blake Mossey of The Metal Pit zine and podcast. Blake talks about his battles with mental health and share several similarities with Pete.
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Episode #23 took a week down to get myself collected and back together.. talking about what I have been going through and how I appreciate everyone who listens..
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Episode #22 Pete discusses what happens when shit just goes sideways with an episode and he ends up frustrated and feeling blah because of it..
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Episode #21 Pete discusses his experience with therapy and his issues with needing to learn a little more patience..
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Episode #20 Pete has an emotion discussion about his current body image issues and the elevated self hate that he is dealing with.. this is a tough and extremely personal episode..
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Have you ever caught yourself mindlessly scrolling through Instagram, losing precious hours you'll never get back? Today, I get raw and real about my own skirmish with social media addiction, specifically the grip Instagram had on my life. Unveiling the truth behind the 'likes' and the followers, I share the powerful steps I've taken to break free from the shackles of the app. By relegating my Instagram usage to a single, focused hour on my laptop, I've begun to reclaim not just my time, but my mental health as well. It's a journey of rediscovery, finding that delicate balance where real-world connections and digital interactions can coexist without the scales tipping dangerously towards our screens.
Switching off notifications led me to notice the world's notification - a full moon, so full and luminous yet often unseen behind the glow of our cell phones. This episode is a gentle reminder of the importance of being present, of soaking up the here and now without the urge to document it for an audience that is, itself, too distracted to truly appreciate it. From celestial observations to the live thrum of a concert, we discuss the cultural shift needed to return to authentic experiences. And as we navigate this topic, I extend a heartfelt invitation to engage in this dialogue via email, to share your narrative or seek an understanding ear, especially if you're wrestling with mental health challenges. Remember, you are not alone, and there is immense strength in reaching out. -
Navigating the tumultuous waves of parenthood while wrestling with mental health can feel like sailing through a storm with no land in sight. My journey has been fraught with challenges—managing anxiety, depression, and aggression—all while trying to be the best parent I can. In the raw and personal sharing of this episode, I peel back the layers of what it means to protect without overprotecting, and the piercing guilt that accompanies a child slipping into the caregiver role. Through the retelling of my experiences, I confront the complex emotions and everyday hurdles that come with mental health struggles, like the stress of driving in new cities, hoping to offer solace and understanding to those with similar battles.
The subtle ways anxiety insinuates itself into our lives often go unnoticed until they're deeply woven into our behaviors. Procrastination, compulsive checking, unread messages, and quick dismissals of our feelings with a simple "I'm fine"—these moments may seem inconsequential, but they paint a larger picture of a mind grappling with internal chaos. As the episode unfolds, I invite listeners to reflect on their own patterns and encourage a dialogue through feedback and connection. In sharing these intimate aspects of my life, it's a reminder that while none of us are perfect, there is immense power in collective compassion and the courage to say, "I'm not okay." Let's embrace this journey together, with kindness lighting the path.