Conversations with Cam Podcast

TW// Eating Disorders & Body Image Today, Nicole Ryan Suppes RDN, LDN joins us on Episode 15 on Conversations with Cam. Nicole graduated from The University of Akron with a B.S. in Dietetics and became a board-certified Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. She has over a decade of combined experience working in the food and nutrition industry. She founded Good Soul Nutrition on the principle that perfection doesn't exist—they want to create a new conversation around health, one that is empowering. Good Soul Nutrition provides nutrition consulting services for corporations and school districts and additionally takes on clients focusing on food freedom, intuitive eating, and medical nutrition therapy for chronic disease. In Episode 15, we have a MUCH needed conversation about body image, the diet industry that is worth over $72 billion, and how to combat it by starting the conversation. We go into Nicole's journey with body image and her mission in creating Good Soul Nutrition based on the principles of intuitive eating and the health at every size approach. Nicole, I cannot thank you enough!! I wanted to write more about this topic, resources, and more of my thoughts in a blog post, you can find that here: http://www.camrynnicolem.com/2021/10/you-are-more-than-body.html You can find Nicole at @foodfreedom.dietitian or at goodsoulnutrition.co ---------- Business Inquiries: camrynnicolem@gmail.com Instagram: @conversationswcam @camrynnicolem

Today, Jasmine Ma is joining us in Episode 14 of Conversations with Cam. Jasmine is currently 25 and was born in Taipei, Taiwan, and later moved to the United States. She graduated from Temple University with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, and currently works as a product manager in the engineering resins industry. She is also International Junior Miss Taiwan, the founder of As I Am - a women's empowerment movement, and a signed commercial print model and actress. In her free time, you can find her at home in Los Angeles, California with her two fluffy cats, Totoro and Haku. In Episode 14, we cover how Jasmine finds self-love & confidence in the modeling and pageant world – along with how she dealt with comparison in that field. She founded @AsIAm_Org as a way for women to share their joys and struggles while amplifying and affirming their voices – especially of Black, Indigenous, and other women of color. We talk about the rise in Asian Hate Crimes and how to support these marginalized communities. Jasmine, thank you so so much for your story, being vulnerable, and being a guest on Conversations with Cam! Where to donate/ activists to follow to support Asian communities: Asian American Community Resource Document Eda Yu – arts and culture writers Chinese Progressive Association Terisa Siagatonu https://nymag.com/strategist/article/where-to-donate-to-help-asian-communities-2021.html _______________________________________________________________________________ Business Inquiries: camrynnicolem@gmail.com Instagram: @conversationswcam @camrynnicolem camrynnicolem.com

Today, Lauren Bannister joins us on Episode 13 on Conversations with Cam. Lauren is currently 21 years old and is originally from Texas. She is a senior at The King's College, which is in NYC. When she was 20, she wrote her first book, Beyond the Title: Women in Journalism & Media. Additionally, she is a Social Media Intern for Viacom CBS! In Episode 13, we cover how Lauren breaks the mental health stigma herself and how she navigated her mental health journey during the pandemic. From going to therapy to being an advocate for others, Lauren has learned a lot in the last few years. Lauren also talks about the process behind writing and publishing a book, and her passion for journalism and media. We cover expectations, internal validation, rejection, and so much more! Lauren, thank you for being a guest! Inquiries: camrynnicolem@gmail.com Follow: Instagram: @conversationswcam @camrynnicolem www.camrynnicolem.com

TW// Disordered Eating & Self-Harm Today, Anna Whitaker joins us on Episode 12 on Conversations with Cam. Anna Whitaker is 22 years old and was born in San Antonio Texas, although she moved eleven times when she was younger. In May, Anna graduated from Anderson University in South Carolina with a BA in Christian Studies. She just moved to Durham, North Carolina with her husband Bates, where she will pursue a Master of Theological Studies at Duke Divinity School. We cover a lot of topics in this episode, from purpose to bees. We go through Anna's mental health journey, covering her internal pressure to be perfect, to finally finding her worth through her faith and therapy. Anna & Bates got married at 19, and we talk about growth within their relationship and how they complimented each other. Anna, thank you so much for your vulnerability and for taking the time to be on the podcast! Inquiries: camrynnicolem@gmail.com Follow: Instagram: @conversationswcam @camrynnicolem www.camrynnicolem.com

Today, Kelly Wiesenhan joins us for Episode 11 of Conversations with Cam. Kelly Wiesehan has been journaling for over ten years, chronicling the chaos of growing up. The infamous year of 2020 pushed her to finally sit down and compile her richest excerpts from diaries that span ages twelve to twenty-two. Small Legs, Big Teeth: A Prequel of Something Yet to Come is Kelly's honest, humorous, and effervescent ode to the lessons she's learned so far and a toast to what's to come. Kelly graduated from Washington University in St. Louis in 2021 with a degree in Communication Design and Marketing. She recently started her first job in STL and is excited for this next chapter. In episode 11, we cover Kelly's journey from writing to publishing her first book, and how she needed to give herself internal validation during this process instead of seeking it elsewhere. We also cover relationships, breakups, and dating post-breakup. Kelly, thank you so much for being a guest!!!

Today, Amber Schildwachter joins us on Episode 10 of Conversations with Cam. Amber is 22 years old and is originally from South Florida. She just recently graduated from the University of Florida with her bachelor's degree in Psychology where she was involved in her sorority Zeta Tau Alpha. She is now moving to Hawaii to complete her Doctorate in Psychology from Chaminade University. Amber was born with an anxiety disorder—selective mutism. Selective mutism is where a person is unable to speak in certain social situations. For Amber, this was normally at school with her teachers and classmates, or strangers like her psychologist. We talk about her journey with selective mutism, and how she was able to find her voice through therapy and support from those closest to her. We also talk about her move to Hawaii, and what Amber does to check in with her mental health now. Amber, thank you so much for being on the podcast and for your vulnerability!! Business Inquiries: camrynnicolem@gmail.com Instagram: @conversationswcam @camrynnicolem camrynnicolem.com

Today, Anna Johnson joins us on Episode 9 on Conversations with Cam. Anna & I met through Chi Omega, which is a sorority at Ohio State. She is a senior at OSU, majoring in Marketing with a minor in Fashion & Retail Studies. We go through Anna's mental health journey with anxiety and depression and how we can break the stigma of mental illness by being open and vulnerable ourselves. Anna talks about how we all need to fill our own cups by taking care of ourselves and speaking our truth. Anna— I am truly so thankful for you!!! Lots of Love, Cam Business Inquiries: camrynnicolem@gmail.com Instagram: @conversationswcam @camrynnicolem camrynnicolem.com

Today, Holly Piper joins us on Episode 8 of Conversations with Cam. Holly is a 22-years-old from Westerville, Ohio. She recently graduated from Ohio State University majoring in Marketing and minoring in Non-Profit Management and Organizational & Performance Psychology. She will be moving to Chicago in the fall to start her full-time job! At Ohio State, Holly worked as a Peer Career Coach in the Office of Career Management. She helped other business students with resumes, career fairs, interviews, and so much more. She truly is the best person to ask for advice! We talk about building your resume, how to sell yourself in an interview, and using your resources (like the internet) to your benefit. No matter what type of work you are in, I truly think this episode will help you succeed and go further in your career! Holly, thank you for being on the podcast!! I am so thankful for your advice always. Business Inquiries: camrynnicolem@gmail.com Instagram: @conversationswcam @camrynnicolem camrynnicolem.com

TW// Grief, Loss, Body Image Today, Elise Gramlich joins us on Episode 7 of Conversations with Cam. Elise 22-yearS-old from Pickerington, Ohio, and graduated from Ohio State University majoring in Accounting and minoring in Non-Profit Management and Public Health. She will be attending the University of Chicago in the fall pursuing her law degree. We cover a wide variety of topics covering the run-down of how to make the BEST homemade panini, her love for spinach and red pepper flakes, and way too many TikTok references. She goes into her mental health journey which started in high school and progressed as her five-year-old niece, Allie, passed away from a rare brain condition. Elise talks about taking anxiety medicine, body image through the pandemic, law school, and how she started recognizing grief isn't linear. Elise, thank you for being my best friend and being on the pod! Link to donate to Elise's fundraiser for Nationwide Hospital in honor of Allie: HERE Link to everything that Elise & I talked about (books, Kindle): HERE Business Inquiries: camrynnicolem@gmail.com Instagram: @conversationswcam @camrynnicolem camrynnicolem.com

Today is a solo episode, where I walk through breathing & mental exercises that are scientifically proven to reduce anxiety. I have personally learned a lot of these exercises through therapy and now you can learn them for yourself! I also asked all my followers what they do to decrease their anxiety, and I gave their responses at the end of this episode. Please be sure to share Conversations with Cam with family & friends to grow and share this message! (-: Business Inquiries: camrynnicolem@gmail.com Instagram: @conversationswcam @camrynnicolem www.camrynnicolem.com Articles: https://www.webmd.com/balance/what-to-know-about-alternate-nostril-breathing https://www.healthline.com/health/grounding-techniques https://www.livingwell.org.au/well-being/mental-health/grounding-exercises/ https://www.sleepfoundation.org/bedding-information/weighted-blanket-benefits

TW// Alcohol & Mental Illness Today, Aubrey Stoll joins us on Episode 5 of Conversations with Cam. Aubrey is from Cincinnati, Ohio, where she met Cam in high school. Aubrey studied speech pathology at the University of Cincinnati, and now is pursuing her doctorate at Ohio State University in audiology. In this episode, we go in-depth into Aubrey's mental health journey, which started in 2nd grade. We talk about what she does to control her anxiety, such as going on runs and going to therapy. We also talk about some of our funny drinking stories, and how sometimes this can lead to hangxiety. Aubrey— Thank you for your vulnerability and for sharing your story!! Business Inquiries: camrynnicolem@gmail.com Instagram: @conversationswcam @camrynnicolem www.camrynnicolem.com Hangxiety article: https://www.self.com/story/hangover-anxiety

TW// Eating Disorders & Body Image  Today, Anna Slattery joins us on Episode 4 on Conversations with Cam. Anna & I met through Chi Omega, which is a sorority at Ohio State. She is a senior at OSU, majoring in fashion & retail studies with a minor in psychology. Although this episode has a LOT of laughter and catch-up, we dive deep into her mental health journey through the last few years of her life. Anna has been diagnosed with OSFED, which is “Other Specified Feed and Eating Disorder.” She talks about the significant health effects that can be an effect of eating disorders, such as her severe osteoporosis. One tangible thing that Anna does to help with her mental health is separating herself from the voice inside her head. The eating disorder community often refers to this voice as “ED”. Anna talks about getting treatment, creating boundaries with others, and how to help someone struggling. The last ten minutes of this episode are Anna & I catching up on her most recent life crisis event— her college house getting robbed.  Anna— I am truly so thankful for our friendship and your vulnerability in this episode!!! Lots of Love, Cam Business Inquiries: camrynnicolem@gmail.com Follow: Instagram: @conversationswcam @camrynnicolem www.camrynnicolem.com

TW// Self-Harm & Suicide Today, Andrew Warman joins us on Episode 3 of Conversations with Cam. Andrew is originally from Michigan and is currently a senior at Ohio State University studying Architecture. In this episode, we cover a lot of mental health topics ranging from his mental health journey, OCD, depression, panic attacks, and tangible things Andrew does to check in with his mental health such as taking medication and going to therapy. We dive deep into OCD to help educate others on what is it like to have intrusive thoughts and how to try and stop them. Lastly, Andrew talks about how to truly help someone struggling with their mental health, and we can start by asking "How are you, really?" Andrew, thank you so much for being so open and vulnerable! How to Stop Intrusive Thoughts Article: https://www.northpointrecovery.com/blog/7-tips-deal-stop-intrusive-thoughts/ Business Inquiries: camrynnicolem@gmail.com Follow: Instagram: @conversationswcam @camrynnicolem www.camrynnicolem.com

Today, Maddie Fogarty joins us on Episode 2 of Conversations with Cam. Maddie is originally from Houston, Texas, and is Fashion & Retail Studies graduate from Ohio State University. In this episode, we cover a lot of mental health topics such as medication, depression in college, and what to do when you're having a bad mental health day. We also talk about life post-grad & normalizing having no idea what you're doing, including not having a job lined up after graduation.  Business Inquiries: camrynnicolem@gmail.com Follow: Instagram: @conversationswcam @camrynnicolem camrynnicolem.com

In this episode, I go in depth of the last few years in my mental health journey. From the first time I've gone to therapy, to now, I give my in depth thoughts about what I've learned in therapy, using antidepressants, and tangible things you can do to improve your mental health. Business Inquiries: camrynnicolem@gmail.com Follow: Instagram: @conversationswcam @camrynnicolem camrynnicolem.com