Sense and Senselessness

This week we take on a BIG topic: kids. Listen to hear Keri breakdown the different types of mental health disorders that are common in children and the patterns of behavior that are associated with them, followed by Kelly discussing what next steps and resources you have to help your child work through their mental health disorder. We did our research folks, so tune in!

Let's talk about sex, baby! You guessed it, in this week's episode, Keri and Kelly dive into the (shouldn't be a) taboo topic of sex. First, Keri discusses how SSRIs can affect your libido (as well as some other common sexual/bodily functions), and Kelly tells us how sex affects our mental health... Same topic, two different approaches! We promise that everything is *very* professional, mature, as per usual. Listen and enjoy! 

After a small break...and a huge snow storm, we are back! This week Keri teaches us about Impostor Syndrome. She tells us about the history and the types of this fairly new syndrome. What type do you relate to?

If you are in a relationship, the past year may have been a blessing or a curse for you and your partner. This week we review tips to help you relationship survive the pandemic. And always, there is a healthy dose of personal exploration with this new found information.  Time Article 

Did we achieve any of our goals for 2020? Maybe. All that matters in that we survived. Listen as we say Goodbye to the trash fire that was 2020.

This time Keri Interrogates Kelly. We learn important things like what expectation hurt her the most and would she prefer spaghetti hair or mayonnaise sweat. You know, all of the important things. 

This episode is about gratitude. We each discuss 3 things we are grateful for this year-specifically things that have helped our mental health. 

So, the election is over. Where do we go from here? Keri gives strategies on how to navigate heated discussions with family. Kelly talks about different ways to get involved and gain some control. 

This week Keri and Kelly look into legislation from the past and present that pertains to Mental Health in America. 

In honor of the spookiest month of the year, we explore the world of witchcraft. While Kelly spent hours learning the history of witches, Keri spent hours realizes they the ladies have been witches all along. 

Today we get a deeper look into Keri. Kelly asks 20 random questions ranging from silly to serious. 

We're back from an unplanned break. So sorry to keep you waiting for 3 months. BUT now we are back and ready to discuss the world through anxious eyes! In this episode, we dive into the idea of the new normal. 

This week the ladies start something new. They each researched a celebrity that has been open about their mental illness and shared what they learned. The more people are open about their mental health, the more we can reduce the stigma.

This week the ladies discuss the benefits of pet ownership on mental health. They also describe their history with pets.

As we continue to live through the pandemic, Keri and Kelly try to share some good news from around the world.  

We are still in the midst of quarantine life, so the ladies discuss the idea of self care. What is it? And what kinds of self care do they indulge in? How can we make time to take care of ourselves during an unprecedented time. 

This week Keri and Kelly confront their anxieties about the current global pandemic. They talk about how it has affected them personally, but they also choose to focus on the good that they have seen in the world. 

Today is St. Patrick's Day! In this episode, we talk about using drinking to self-medicate. Keri shares some interesting information, and we both share some embarrassing stories. 

This episode focuses on"non-parental familial influence on child development"...or being an aunt. The always mentioned Alicia finally joins us with new insight on motherhood and mental health. And we learn a new word: niblings. 

We finally decide to tackle the topic of marriage, and we somehow convinced our husbands to come along for the ride. Adrian and Ryan (of the Next-Gen Retro Men podcast) discussed living with their own mental illnesses as well as the reality of being married to someone that lives with severe anxiety. The group also answers some eye opening questions. Did our marriages survive? Listen and find out. 

Sometimes things just don't go as planned. We had a plan to discuss mental health and marriage, but we just weren't ready. So we discuss a range of topics including running into an ex, checking in on our 202 goals, and working in the service industry. This episode is an example of the senselessness of anxiety and mental illness. We hope this conversation helps you feel a little less alone.

Cinema Therapy! Its actually a thing! Movies and television can provide emotional support or even a temporary escape for those of us that live with mental illness. This week, Keri and Kelly each discuss their #1 movie and TV show that has provided comfort and guidance in their lives.  Let us know what movies or TV shows have you identified with in your life? Movies about Mental HealthCinema Therapy Wikipedia

Yea, it's cliche, but we are talking about goals for the New Year. These aren't resolutions, they're goals! And the only way to achieve a goal is with an overly detailed plan!We discuss our goals for the year and how we will get there. We also review 5 "resolutions" that are beneficial for mental health. Leave a comment with your 2020 goal!5 New Year's Resolutions for Depression

Merry Holiday Season! We have come to the end of our 3 part series dedicated to holiday stresses! After a confession from Keri, Kelly delves into her biggest trigger issue: money! Where does her issue stem from and how do we deal with it? Have a listen!Leave a comment to tell us how you handle your holiday anxiety. Money Anxiety Disorder

'Tis the season to avoid political arguments with distant relatives and come up with another reason why you haven't had another baby!This week, Keri leads us through a conversation about dealing with family and anxiety during the holidays. At some point, Kelly goes on a tangent about how the brain works. If you want more information, read over the articles below:Stress, Anxiety, and the HolidaysHoliday Stress: Dealing with Family Drama and DysfunctionSurviving the family holiday 

This week is the first of our 3 part series about the holidays. We examine our relationship with food and how it only gets worse during the holiday season. 

This week we discuss parenting milestones. The good. The bad. The unexpected. What are those moments that have marked time for you as a parent? We also spend time discussing the challenges we have had for the past 2 weeks. How have we coped with serious hits from our mental illness?  

Social Media. Is it good or evil?  We look at it from opposite perspectives and discuss how it may actually be good for mental health (in adults) and why people engage with it the way that they do. Let us know your views on Social Media so we can keep the conversation going!

Halloween is all tricks and treats until the anxiety kicks in. Is your costume good enough? Will a person give you drugs and razor blades instead of candy? What is the issue with clowns? We discuss all these things and more this week! Does the Dog DieTrick or Treating Gives Me Anxiety

Last week we focused on traveling with mental illness....but what do you do once you arrive on vacation? Anxiety doesn't get left behind. This week we look at ways to stay true to your mental illness, but still enjoy time out of your normal routine! It is possible! Spoiler alert: you need to plan!  

Traveling is meant to be relaxing and rejuvenating...but how does that work if you struggle with anxiety?This week Keri reviews some advice for traveling with anxiety.  Below are the articles that we discuss...8 Tips for Calming Travel Anxiety, According to a Psychologist Tips For Traveling With Panic Disorder and Anxiety International Association for Medical Assistance to Travelers A Guide for the Anxious Travelere4DOqh2BCTaiOMJ4pUb3 

What's it like in the mind of a 30 something with anxiety? Well, now you get to hear all about it. Answering the constant question "Why did you cry?"Let us know what gave you anxiety this week, and how did you cope?

This week we discuss how anxiety has impacted our friendships. Kelly hates the beer she is forced to try. Keri wants to know why she is annoying.  12 Ways Your Friendships are Different with Anxiety  (opening and closing music from Bensound.com)

Ever throw your bowl of ice cream in the air because Heaven is a heavy subject?Ever cry about mashed potatoes and French fries?This week we chat about the moment we knew we struggled with mental illness.

We are Kelly and Keri. We are loud. We are strong. We are smart. We are riddled with anxiety and depression. Somehow we are still able to function. In this inaugural episode, we see if this is a thing that could even work. Who are we? Where are we coming from? Keri forces Kelly to try New Belgium Passion Fruit and Kelly begins her first rant about the glory of musical theater.e4DOqh2BCTaiOMJ4pUb3