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In this episode, Claire and Howard kick things off by reflecting on how overscheduling can be a coping mechanism—one that keeps us busy but not necessarily regulated.We then welcome Morenike Olorunnisomo, a Dallas-based psychotherapist specializing in complex trauma, somatic therapy, and the mind-body connection. Morenike shares insights on the difference between PTSD and complex PTSD, particularly how trauma can shape a person's sense of self from birth.We explore the essential role of nervous system regulation in healing, how emotions serve as valuable information, and how the body naturally releases stored trauma through tears, shaking, and other somatic responses. Morenike also discusses why safety is the foundation of trauma recovery and how we can support ourselves and others in that process.Join us for a deep, compassionate conversation on the body's wisdom and the power of healing in safe, supportive spaces.Learn more about The Scooty Fund and please consider supporting our work by donating.Follow The Scooty Fund:InstagramTwitterLinkedInFollow Morenike:InstagramWebsiteSomatic movement and meditationFollow our hosts Claire & Howard on IG:@clairecalfo @howardcooke

Today we sit down with Jackson Polatnick, a traveler, business school student, and dedicated member of The Scooty Fund, which he joined in honor of his late friend, Will. Jackson opens up about his journey with mental health, the misconceptions around masculinity, and how true strength lies in vulnerability and self-awareness.He shares practical tips for initiating meaningful conversations, embracing routines like journaling and exercise while traveling, and finding peace through connection with others. Jackson also delves into the intersection of mental health and the corporate world, reflecting on how stepping away from unhealthy work habits—like nonstop emails and neglecting personal time—helped him rediscover balance and authenticity.This episode is full of insights on building community, staying curious, and prioritizing what truly matters, whether in life, work, or personal growth.Learn more about The Scooty Fund and please consider supporting our work by donating.Follow The Scooty Fund:InstagramTwitterLinkedInFollow our hosts Claire & Howard on IG:@clairecalfo @howardcooke

In this episode, Claire and Howard sit down with Sarah Pribis, an actress, host, and content creator, to discuss her journey through sobriety and self-discovery. Sarah reflects on her 20s in New York City, navigating college and the hospitality industry, where drugs and alcohol were ever-present. She opens up about using substances to quiet her overthinking mind and the low moments that pushed her to seek help—like being sent home from work under the influence and fearing that one day she may overdose.Now, Sarah has cultivated a toolkit of healthy habits, including walking, aromatherapy, and connecting with loved ones, that ground her and support her sobriety journey.Learn more about The Scooty Fund and please consider supporting our work by donating.Follow The Scooty Fund:InstagramTwitterLinkedInFollow Sarah:InstagramTikTokWebsiteFollow our hosts Claire & Howard on IG:@clairecalfo @howardcooke

In today's episode, Claire and Howard dive into strategies for resetting your nervous system and finding calm after moments of high adrenaline, such as unexpected emergencies. They explore techniques like ice plunges, dopamine detoxing, and the importance of doing something uncomfortable every day—like staying off your phone while waiting in line.The conversation touches on setting boundaries with screen time and social media, alternative therapies beyond talk therapy (like hypnotherapy, acupuncture, and exercise), and the benefits of singing, humming, and physical movement. Claire shares insights from teaching sculpt pilates and the mind-body connection, while Howard draws parallels to how animals “shake out” stress and relates it to his own experience running.Tune in for practical tips and fresh perspectives on stress relief and nervous system regulation!Learn more about The Scooty Fund and please consider supporting our work by donating.Follow The Scooty Fund:InstagramTwitterLinkedInFollow our hosts Claire & Howard on IG:@clairecalfo @howardcooke

Episode 5 dives into the power of resilience, grit, and emotional vulnerability with guest Cason Crane, an entrepreneur, adventurer, and activist with a remarkable journey. Cason opens up about his personal mental health struggles, despite a life filled with privilege and achievements – such as being the first openly LGBT person to climb the Seven Summits, and founding an award-winning coffee business, Explorer Cold Brew.  Cason shares how he navigates the complexities of being both grateful and sad, reflecting on his late mother's battle with cancer and the lessons she taught him about perseverance. Together, they discuss the importance of holding space for dual truths—how something can be both painful and beautiful—and finding a personal “recipe” for mental health that embraces both grit and compassion. From the role of medication in his recovery to the value of leaning on others, Cason highlights the need for vulnerability and emotional intimacy, especially among men. Tune in as Cason, Claire, and Howard tackle what it means to embrace the messy, human side of mental health while striving for growth, balance, and connection. This episode is packed with insights for anyone seeking their own path toward healing. Follow our hosts Claire & Howard on IG:@clairecalfo @howardcooke

Join us for an empowering episode with Gabriella Amaya, a 27-year-old Latina disabled woman from Long Island, New York. Gabriella shares her journey of living with Ollier's disease, a rare bone disorder that caused malformed growth in her right leg and required multiple surgeries during childhood. Her experiences of navigating a non-typical childhood, physical pain, and later ovarian cancer have shaped her into a passionate advocate for the disability community.As the founder and host of Re-Define, a podcast dedicated to unpacking life with a disability, Gabriella explores themes of pride, shame, and identity while amplifying disabled voices. She highlights the importance of disabled individuals taking leadership roles and the need for accessibility and compassion in all aspects of society.Gabriella's story is one of resilience and self-love, emphasizing the importance of embracing scars, leaning into discomfort, and prioritizing rest as a vital part of healing and advocacy.Learn more about The Scooty Fund and please consider supporting our work by donating.Follow The Scooty Fund:InstagramTwitterLinkedInFollow Gabriella:Instagram: Gabriella and the Re-Define podcastLinkedInFollow our hosts Claire & Howard on IG:@clairecalfo @howardcooke

Episode 3 dives deep with a fresh perspective on healing and self-care! Claire Calfo and Howard Cooke are joined by trauma therapist Devin Brooks, an experienced specialist in the field of complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD), working with people and communities across diverse contexts. They bring a multifaceted lens to understanding mental health, especially for those in high-stress situations and marginalized communities.This episode delves into how trauma and stress responses are often inherited across generations. Devin breaks down complex trauma, highlighting how repeated exposure to stress impacts self-concept and relationships. Together, Devin and our hosts explore how to reframe these experiences, discussing the concept of finding safety, joy, and self-soothing methods that empower healing.Tune in to hear Claire, Howard, and Devin examine these deep-rooted patterns and share accessible ways to reconnect with yourself, your emotions, and those around you. This conversation sets the stage for a season that's all about embracing mental health from a whole-person perspective.Follow Devin Brooks on Instagram: @talk.traumaFollow our hosts Claire & Howard on IG:@clairecalfo @howardcooke

In this episode, Claire and Howard catch up and discuss how they manage burnout while balancing a busy week of work and school. They cover the basics—getting enough sleep, eating balanced meals, exercising, and practicing meditation. Claire leads a brief gratitude-centered meditation to help them recenter.Today they interview Katie Potratz, a clinical hypnotherapist and author, who shares her unexpected journey into hypnotherapy, starting from a self-help book to becoming a life coach and exploring the power of the subconscious mind. Katie explains how we naturally enter light-trance states throughout the day, during activities like washing the dishes and listening to a podcast. She shares how hypnotherapy can address issues like anxiety, self-worth, trauma, and physical pain, including a success story of a client whose chronic pain disappeared after working through trauma. Katie emphasizes that hypnotherapy isn't a quick fix, but with time and effort, it can help clients address their core issues, and even tackle problems such as chronic pain and insomnia.Learn more about The Scooty Fund's work and about Katie's work. Please consider supporting our work by donating.Follow The Scooty Fund:InstagramTwitterLinkedInFollow Katie:InstagramKatie's book: The Uncaged Mind 

Season 4 of the pod brings exciting news! Claire Calfo has been hosting guests solo and led meaningful conversations for Scoot for the past two seasons. But this season she is joined by a new co-host, Howard Cooke, a previous president and vice president of The Scooty Fund! Howard brings his passion to uncover various mental health tools, while Claire shares her journey of pursuing a career as a therapist and meditation instructor. This season, Claire and Howard approach mental health conversations with curiosity as they explore topics like burnout, stress management, and various therapy techniques.They emphasize that mental health is not one-size-fits-all, discussing options beyond talk therapy, like somatic work and hypnotherapy. They aim to discover accessible mental health practices that don't require significant resources.Tune in as they reflect on the mental health taboos they grew up with, explore how life seasons shape coping strategies, and chat about slowing down for better well-being. This episode sets the tone for a season full of insights and real talk.

Jordan Grainger is a young professional on a sober curious journey. On today's episode, Jordan will share how her relationship with alcohol has evolved in her post-college years. Her journey started as a 30-day challenge to quit drinking, and led to so much more.As Jordan experimented with various levels of drinking (or not drinking), she paid attention to the changes in her body and mindset. After cutting out alcohol, her anxiety completely dissolved and her depression was manageable for the first time she could remember. This led to a deeper exploration of why she felt the need to drink in the first place. Through journaling, therapy, and reflection, Jordan has come to a place where she can assess her desire to drink and respond accordingly. If you've been interested in a sober curious lifestyle, this episode is for you.Learn more about The Scooty Fund's work at https://www.scootyfund.org/.Please consider supporting our work by donating.Follow The Scooty Fund:InstagramTwitterLinkedInFollow Jordan:InstagramTikTok: @jordan_grainger‘Still No Plan' Podcast

Today we welcome Craig French to the pod. Craig is a performance and mindset coach from Long Island, NY. His clients range from individuals, couples, corporate businesses and sports teams. Craig knew from a young age that he was drawn to spirituality. He was interested in what goes on beneath the surface, and understood that people were chasing more than money, fame, and success. Through his own self-exploration and commitment to a mindful routine, he is eager to share his insight with us today.Craig shares about his corporate workshops where he brings mindfulness and meditation to the work setting. We talk about burnout and how to forgo your ego to see a new perspective on life. Craig offers thoughts on walking meditation, morning routines, and the importance of consistency. In a world that chases productivity and success, Craig's message is to slow down and pay close attention to your energy.Learn more about The Scooty Fund's work at https://www.scootyfund.org/ & learn more about Craig's work at https://www.craigjaredfrench.com/Please consider supporting our work by donating.Follow The Scooty Fund:InstagramTwitterLinkedInFollow Craig:InstagramYouTubeFacebook

***Content warning: mention of suicide and body dysmorphia.Today we welcome Clayton Echard to the pod. Clayton is a physical and mental health advocate, former NFL player, and season 26's Bachelor. Clayton shares his journey with body dysmorphia, which started in 7th grade. He struggled with feelings of inadequacy, body insecurity, and felt like he was in constant competition with his younger brother. Often, Clayton projected his opinions of himself onto others, expecting friends and family to view him the way he did: not good enough.Clayton also talks about opening up to family with his mental health struggles, the need to people-please, and life in the public eye after the Bachelor. Through the years, he has learned to sift through the negativity and find constructive feedback. He reminds himself (and us) that even when you think you aren't making progress, you are. We'll chat about some mindfulness tools and the five pillars that Clayton lives by: communication, education, preparation, determination, realization.Learn more about The Scooty Fund's work at https://www.scootyfund.org/ & learn more about Clayton's work at https://www.claytonechard.com/Please consider supporting our work by donating.Follow The Scooty Fund:InstagramTwitterLinkedInFollow Clayton:InstagramTwitterClayton's book: 180 Degrees

***Content warning: mention of suicidal ideation and disordered eating.Today we welcome Christie O. Tate to the pod. Christie is a writer and essayist based out of Chicago, and she has two books on group therapy and friendship. Christie was raised in a home where she wasn't encouraged to openly share her emotions. She felt compelled to keep secrets and joined group therapy as an affordable alternative to seeing a therapist. At first, she was uncomfortable. Who could possibly be eager to share their intimate feelings and insecurities in a public setting? And yet, she tried anyway, and found relief on the other side of shame.Group therapy has brought Christie much success, though it didn't come without the work. She exercised her ability to speak vulnerably and found courage through others. She shares her experience with disordered eating, suicidal ideation, and the loss and rebuilding of friendships. Through it all, Christie realized she never needed a cure, just a witness (or a group of them).Learn more about The Scooty Fund's work at https://www.scootyfund.org/ & learn more about Christie's work at https://christietate.com/Please consider supporting our work by donating.Follow The Scooty Fund:InstagramTwitterLinkedInFollow Christie:InstagramTwitterChristie's books: BFF and Group

Today's episode features Logan Cohen, a marriage and family therapist, trauma professional and author. At the core of Logan's work, he is dedicated to helping individuals heal from unresolved trauma and work through painful transitions. In today's episode, Logan will define trauma and trauma bonding, while also describing the signs of a survival response. He shares the importance of reality training, which helps individuals recognize when they are suffering from psychological abuse. If you think a loved one might be experiencing a mentally abusive relationship, Logan provides tips for reaching out and offering support.We also touch on feeling lost as a young adult (and why that's important), how to build human connection in a modern age, and ways to center yourself with the distraction of work and social media.Learn more about The Scooty Fund's work at https://www.scootyfund.org/ & learn more about Logan's work at https://www.logancohen.com/Please consider supporting our work by donating.Follow The Scooty Fund:InstagramTwitterLinkedInFollow Logan:InstagramTiktokYouTubeFacebook

Today we welcome Dom Leventini and Kevin Mertz.  These two friends went to high school together, but that isn't their only common thread.  Both Dom and Kevin underwent life threatening medical conditions. Kevin was diagnosed with Diffuse large B cell lymphoma in August of 2021 and began chemotherapy weeks later. Dom was hit by a cement truck in January of 2022 while biking and woke up 6 weeks later. While the cause of their trauma was very different, their struggles and the takeaways they carry with them now are very similar.While they have been close since sophomore year of high school, their relationship deepend over the past year.  After looking death in the face, it can be challenging to feel as if others can relate to what you're going through.  What they found in each other was understanding. The two would take walks together, and discuss how their lives had changed and what they wanted to accomplish going forward.  They realized it was much easier to open up when doing an activity – shoulder to shoulder.  Both are here today to tell their individual stories of recovery and how it impacted their lives, relationships, and outlook on life.  In this episode, they discuss some of the takeaways of those conversations. They share helpful tips for supporting a loved one and how their perspective on life has drastically changed.

Today we welcome Dr. Cortney Warren to the pod. Dr. Warren is a Clinical Psychologist and Adjunct Professor with an expertise in addictions and eating pathology. She offers deep insights into the psychology of self-deception, unraveling the ways in which we can hide uncomfortable truths from ourselves. Along with this insight, we will learn small steps towards practicing self-honesty and taking daily inventory of our emotions. We discuss heartache and how romantic love can be an addictive process. Dr. Warren describes a breakup to be like the loss of a lifestyle, and shares productive paths forward to recognize your value in and out of a relationship. Today's episode is for those of you healing from heartache, rediscovering your values, or working to build a deeper understanding of self-esteem.Learn more about The Scooty Fund's work at https://www.scootyfund.org/ & learn more about Dr. Warren's work at https://drcortney.com/Please consider supporting our work by donating.Follow The Scooty Fund:InstagramTwitterLinkedInFollow Dr. Warren:InstagramTiktokYouTubeFacebookDr. Warren's book: Letting Go of Your Ex

Today we welcome Chrissy King to the pod. Chrissy is a writer and speaker who educates on lack of representation and racism in the fitness space. We will discuss diet culture, fitness trends, and how each of us can individually impact inclusivity at the gym.Chrissy's fitness journey began with the idea that she needed to “shrink” herself. Not just her body, but also her voice. Considering the unrealistic beauty standards that were being set as the precedent, she viewed the gym as a “fix” for her body. But once she lost the weight, happiness did not immediately follow. Instead, she shifted her mindset to ask, “How am I cultivating a life that feels joyous and not directly related to my body?”Chrissy released a book earlier this year about body liberation, which discusses the origin of body positivity and some of its misconceptions. Her work focuses on cultivating a diverse environment so that every person feels a sense of belonging. In today's episode (and in her book), she recognizes that none of us are free until all of us are free. Chrissy's overarching message today is clear: you can find joy outside of your body.Learn more about The Scooty Fund's work at https://www.scootyfund.org/ & learn more about Chrissy's work at https://chrissyking.com/Please consider supporting our work by donating.Follow The Scooty Fund:InstagramTwitterLinkedInFollow Chrissy:InstagramTwitterFacebookChrissy's book: The Body Liberation Project

Today we welcome Kalina Silverman to the pod. Kalina is the creator of Big Talk, and her mission is to skip the small talk and start having more meaningful, genuine conversations. These conversations can be with yourself, people close to you or complete strangers. The point of big talk is to reconnect with yourself and others using universal questions everyone can relate to. You don't need to have an education or specific skillset to answer a question such as: “What are you curious about lately?”We'll talk with Kalina about the origin of her business, which started out as an experimental YouTube video. That went viral. Got a lot of attention. And ultimately led to her giving a TEDx Talk on “How to Skip the Small Talk and Connect with Anyone.” We learn about the workshops Kalina leads for entrepreneurs, schools, corporate offices, and how ultimately she'd love to tackle the epidemic of loneliness.

*** Trigger Warning: Mention of suicide.Today on the podcast we welcome Jeff Kober, who has a wealth of knowledge and experience to share. Jeff is an actor, photographer, writer and meditation teacher.At the age of 15, Jeff was involved in a fatal car accident where he lost a dear friend. Feeling like an outcast in his rural small town, he spent the next several years wandering, working various jobs from farming to taxi driving to a traveling circus, all in search of inner peace. Ultimately, he stumbled his way to Los Angeles and acting.

Today we welcome Jinnie Lee Schmid to the pod! Jinnie is an Advanced Certified Grief Recovery Method Specialist who helps others recognize and release their grief. Today, she will help us define grief, debunk a few myths, and assure us that grieving looks different for everyone.Jinnie's path to this career started with a chaotic childhood and the loss of her grandmother as an adult. Over time, her grief became heavier, each layer adding onto the last. Without the proper tools to unpack her emotions, Jinnie wore her grief like a heavy backpack. Until she took it off. It was then that she realized she could help other people release their own burden of grief.In this episode, we learn how grief can present itself beyond death and divorce. It's not always sad, either. Sometimes we grieve our lives before marriage, a big move, or a new job. Ultimately, any change in life or ending of a familiar pattern can cause grief. One message is clear: grief is as unique to everyone as the recovery process.

Today's episode is a minisode, where we highlight a current member of The Scooty Fund (TSF). We are thrilled to welcome Howard Cooke to the podcast, a board member and current Vice President of TSF. Howard shares his mental health journey and how TSF cultivated a bond between him and others facing similar struggles.In his early 20s, Howard found himself in an emergency room with a nearly collapsed lung. A life of emotional disregard and a series of dangerous and unhealthy coping mechanisms ultimately led to a life-threatening situation. It wasn't always this way; Howard lived without fear of anxiety until his first panic attack in high school. He shares with us his fixation on finding a “cure” for his anxiety and mental health struggles.After this experience, Howard committed to consistent therapy and started listening to his emotions instead of hiding. He had a second chance for self-discovery and was determined to relearn his identity through reflection and various methods of meditation. Howard joined TSF in 2020 and found lifelong friends and meaningful connections because of his mental health journey. He shares how you can help a friend in need and how we can change the narrative of masculinity in mental health conversations.

Today we welcome Dr. Vishal Adma and Dr. Jyotsna Adma to the podcast. Dr. Vishal Adma is a physician executive with over 20 years of leadership experience. He has worked in various healthcare settings and can help us understand the complexities of mental health.Dr. Jyotsna Adma is a Physician leader and a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist. She brings a great understanding of mental health in children and adolescents, and helps us understand why it is important to pay attention to mental health as much as physical health.Both Jyotsna and Vishal will help us understand the reservations that parents may have when considering mental health conditions in their children. Jyotsna breaks down the topic of medication for children, while reiterating that mental health conditions are medical conditions. We learn the intricacies of psychiatry, psychology and behavioral health; how they relate and how they differ. We learn that there are many ways to seek help, and that everyone's unique mental health situation requires a unique treatment.

**TRIGGER WARNING** for child abuse/sexual trauma in today's episode.Today we welcome Sebastian Scales to the podcast. Sebastian's work centers around destigmatizing conversations about traumatic experiences. He is the Founder and President of What Happened to You? foundation, which provides resources to survivors of trauma so they can feel comfortable sharing their stories. In addition, he hosts the What Happened to You? podcast, which normalizes taboo conversation through the use of humor.In this episode, Sebastian shares with us that he was molested as a child. His journey to uncover his trauma and suppressed emotions started with a stage and a microphone. He entered the world of stand-up comedy, and through humor he found that he could share his story in a way that didn't feel uncomfortable. In fact, it opened up a conversation between strangers and ultimately led to Sebastian seeking therapy. Sebastian is changing the way we approach taboo conversation, and it begins with unconditional open dialogue.

Introducing season two of the podcast, we welcome Kasey Taylor for our first episode. Kasey is the Co-Founder and past President of The Scooty Fund, an Art Advisor, and a Clinical Psychology graduate student. In this episode, Kasey pulls back the curtain on the challenges of adulthood. She tackles topics of drinking, drug use, and unhealthy relationships with food.We learn about Kasey's brother, Will, who died by suicide. A year after Will's death, Kasey created The Scooty Fund, which aims to change the culture surrounding mental health. She brings full transparency of her mental health decline and what it looks like to gradually rebuild healthy coping mechanisms. Something that stands out in today's episode is the most important thing to Kasey: creating space for conversation.Follow Kasey on IG @kaseyt23

In Season 2 of Scoot, our host, Claire Calfo, is on a mission to create a culture in which young adults practice mindfulness, awareness, and non-judgmental acceptance towards themselves and others, and a culture in which empathy and connection are the norm. ⁃The Scooty Fund: https://www.instagram.com/thescootyfund/?hl=enJoin the mission and tune in to Season 2; launching October 14, 2022.

Were you once a student athlete? Did you ever experience the stigma within sports culture? Or maybe you know someone who is currently. Join us for our final episode of the season as we welcome Leeann Passaro, the COO of The Hidden Opponent. We learn about the work her company is doing to create a strong community and platform for student athletes facing mental health concerns. We discuss the importance of conversations in high school and beyond surrounding mental health and sports culture, and touch on the personal challenges she faced as a college athlete. Learn more about The Scooty Fund's work at https://www.scootyfund.org & learn more about The Hidden Opponent's work at https://thehiddenopponent.com/Please consider supporting our work by donating: https://www.scootyfund.org/donate.htmlFollow The Scooty Fund:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescootyfund/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/thescootyfund?s=20LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-scooty-fund/Follow The Hidden Opponent:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehiddenopponent/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/hidden_opponentLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-hidden-opponent/

Do you find yourself burning out in the workplace? How about struggling to practice self-compassion? We discuss all of this and more as we welcome Amy Small to our podcast. Amy is the Executive Vice President of Media Cause and a mental health advocate. She shares some of her journey through mental health and how it has led to the work she does. We dive into wellness in the workplace, addressing burnout, and how both employees and leadership can drive forward necessary conversations surrounding mental health. Amy speaks a bit about practicing self-judgement with kindness and shares resources to learn more about holding space for yourself.Learn more about The Scooty Fund's work at https://www.scootyfund.org & read about Amy's work at: http://amysmall.netPlease consider supporting our work by donating: https://www.scootyfund.org/donate.htmlFollow The Scooty Fund:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescootyfund/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/thescootyfund?s=20LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-scooty-fund/Follow Amy:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spancheee/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysmall/

Is it difficult to put yourself before others? Do you feel like your needs are always the last to be met? This week, we welcome Self Discovery Coach, Lexy Davis to the pod. Lexy runs Alive to Enjoy, a 1-on-1 coaching program. She brings vast insight on prioritizing yourself through various methods of inner work. We speak about identifying your needs, establishing boundaries, and inviting “play” time into your life. Lexy also shares her personal story of childhood abandonment and parentification, and how that has led to the journey she is on today.Learn more about The Scooty Fund's work at https://www.scootyfund.org & learn more about Lexy's coaching program, Alive to Enjoy at: https://www.alivetoenjoy.com/Please consider supporting our work by donating: https://www.scootyfund.org/donate.htmlFollow The Scooty Fund:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescootyfund/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/thescootyfund?s=20LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-scooty-fund/Follow Lexy:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alivetoenjoy/Podcast: https://www.alivetoenjoy.com/heartsnuggles

Have you ever experienced a loved one in crisis? This week, we speak with Ben Greiner, the Founder of TAD (Talk About Depression). Ben discusses what it means to help someone in distress, how to identify the signs of depression, and the importance of education around mental health crises. He shares his personal story dealing with a friend in anguish, and the impact it had on his outlook through the creation of his company. Learn more about The Scooty Fund's work at https://www.scootyfund.org & learn more about Ben Greiner's work at: https://thetadproject.org/about & https://tadhealth.com/Please consider supporting our work by donating: https://www.scootyfund.org/donate.htmlFollow The Scooty Fund:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescootyfund/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/thescootyfund?s=20LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-scooty-fund/Follow TAD:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thetadproject/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/thetadproject?t=4NjT19VJvZm3EhvtuPytLw&s=09*correction at 25:35 - "crisis information officer" is meant to be "crisis intervention trained officer".

Do you struggle with feeling like you're not enough? This week, we speak with award-winning journalist Jennifer Wallace, a columnist for The New York Times and Wall Street Journal. She discusses the effects of perfectionism on mental health, the perils of social media, and how to deal with stress during difficult times.Follow The Scooty Fund:InstagramTwitterWebsiteFollow JenniferInstagramTwitterWebsite

Welcome back for our third episode where we chat with Yolo Akili Robinson, the Founder and Executive Director of the Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective (BEAM). He shares how toxic masculinity can worsen mental health, the importance of radical healing work, and how BEAM uses healing justice to the support Black community.Learn more about BEAM's work at their website: https://www.beam.community/Follow BEAM, Yolo, and The Scooty Fund on Instagram:⁃BEAM: https://www.instagram.com/_beamorg/?hl=en⁃Yolo: https://www.instagram.com/yoloakili/?hl=en⁃The Scooty Fund: https://www.instagram.com/thescootyfund/?hl=en

Join us as we welcome Gian Power, the CEO and Founder of TLC Lions. We will discuss the power of sharing stories with others, and the positive impact it can have. We will also touch on the importance of mental health in the workplace, and how his company transforms organizations through the storytelling experience.

Join us as we welcome Dr. Ashley Pierson, PhD. Dr. Pierson is a Yale Professor of Psychiatry, Assistant Director of DBT Services at Yale-New Haven Psychiatric Hospital, and a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. We will dive into the history and treatments of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), along with her practice and research in the field. We will also touch on the culture surrounding mental health services, and her experience with the intersection of mental wellbeing and social justice.

Kasey Taylor, President and Founder of The Scooty Fund, takes a deep dive into emotions, perceptions, and relationships. Her mission is to advance dialogue surrounding mental health through sharing professional perspectives, poignant stories and practical resources with a global audience.