Survival Nick [ Mental Health Survival Guide ]

"Does this trigger you?" I feel like almost anytime somebody asks that question, they are hoping that you ARE triggered. I have a problem with that word and it's use in our culture. These are some of my rambling thoughts as I sit on a porch on a nice day. #Triggered #mentalhealth #MHSG #SurvivalNick #Recovery #Hope #Wellness #Tumblr #Safespace #TriggerWarning #Activated #problems #Wordsmatter

Paul DeDominicas and I sit down for another conversation about personal philosophies. This was a very pleasant visit where Paul and I could catch up on our lives in the years since our last conversation. We talked about Stoicism: https://dailystoic.com/what-is-stoicism-a-definition-3-stoic-exercises-to-get-you-started/ and: https://www.amazon.com/Tao-Pooh-Te-Piglet/dp/1405293772/ref=pd_lpo_1?pd_rd_i=1405293772&psc=1 Also if you are interested in learning about meditation but don't think it's for you, please check this book out: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34962306-meditation-for-fidgety-skeptics #DanHarris #Meditation #PaulDeDominicas #MHSG #MentalHealth #Recovery #Wellness #Google #Yahoo #Stoic #Struggle #DadLife #GrowBuddies #Plattsburgh #ClintonCounty #UpstateNY MentalHealthPodcast #Mental #Health #Survival #Guide #SurvivalNick #Anchor #Spotify #ApplePodcast

Balancing work and the rest of your life can be difficult (I am no expert). In this episode I get to talk with my friend Teddy Chan about his family business (China Cafe in Plattsburgh NY) and how he feels about Work/Life balance. #Plattsburgh #MentalHealth #MentalWellness #MHSG #Recovery #Podcast #ChinaCafe #ChineseFood #ChamplainCentersMall #ClintonCounty #SurvivalNick #TeddyChan #OneHundredPlusHours

Local radio legend Amanda Dagley and I find a lot of neat tidbits as we explore how mental health survival has affected some of our favorite recording artists. This was a fun episode because Amanda is such a bright light in my life (and to our community), AND we recorded this at her home during an epic lighting storm (at one point the lighting and thunder was so powerful we saw sparks in the air right before the thunder shook the whole house). Listen to Amanda Dagley every weekday in the surrounding Plattsburgh NY area on Z106.3FM or over the internet at WNBZ.com. #brucespringsteen #emersonlakeandpalmer #brianwilson #beachboys #iancurtis #Joydivision #PolyStyrene #xrayspex #MikePatton #Epic #FaithNoMore #MrBungle #MentalHealth #MHSG #SurvivalNick #Z1063 #WNBZ #Depression #Recovery #Wellness #MentalHealthPodcast #Thunder #Lightning

In this solo episode I talk a bit about a few topics related to recovery that I wish we would explore more. These are 100% my own opinions based on my experiences in recovery and working in the recovery field. Going out on a limb a bit, so I would love to know how you feel about the points I am attempting to make in this episode.

A few years ago, I had a great conversation with Paul DeDominicas on some of his philosophies that he uses in his daily life. This was a great conversation that stuck with me, so I thought I would revisit it and share the highlights.

This episode was very difficult for me to make. I don't often have a problem talking about mental health or my recovery, but I usually try and avoid getting too personal...well, now the cat is out of the bag. I only hope it's not as cringy and dumb sounding as I feel like it is. WARNING, I talk about my major depression, my frustrations with the world, and a little about suicide. -If you are struggling, please give the folks at the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline a call 800-273-8255 or if you would rather text, Text "Hello" to 741741.

Mayor Chris and I talk about mental health, failure, hope, his role in local politics, why he wanted to be mayor and, why he chooses to work and live in my favorite little city (Plattsburgh NY). If you are interested in learning more about him you can check him out on FB https://www.facebook.com/MayorChrisRosenquest or get involved with the City of Plattsburgh at https://www.cityofplattsburgh-ny.gov/

Juliette and I talk about some of the difficulties that working families face, and some of the programs and services that are offered by the Child Coordination Council of the North Country. If you are a parent who is looking for support, education, or socialization for yourself and your child/children check out the CHILD CARE COORDINATING COUNCIL OF THE NORTH COUNTRY, INC at: www.ccccnc.org on on FB at: facebook.com/childcarecoordinating.council.3 or give them a call at: (518) 561-4999

Kimberly Davis and I talk about her work as the Clinton County Treasurer, her involvement with Kiwanis, her drive to help people in need, her outlook on political offices, and how she has found her self-care oasis. Find the Plattsburgh Noon Kiwanis at: https://www.plattsburghkiwanis.com/ & https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064902391436 County Treasurer: https://www.clintoncountygov.com/treasurer

What are your "Tools of Recovery"? Do you have any idea of what I am talking about? In this episode I talk a little about and awesome program called WRAP and the "Tools of Recovery" that I discovered while working on my mental health. Have you taken WRAP? What are your tools of recovery? links from the episode: https://copelandcenter.com/wellness-recovery-action-plan-wrap https://www.wellnessrecoveryactionplan.com/

In this episode, I join Michael Cashman (Plattsburgh Town Supervisor) in his office, where we talk about recovery, family, self-care, and how he uses the skills he learned from counseling in his elected position. We both use the skills we gained as students at SUNY Plattsburgh. Find him online at www.townofplattsburgh.com and www.facebook.com/thetownofplattsburgh

When I began working on my mental health recovery, I was very concerned about how I treated people. In this short episode I talk a little about my thoughts on the spectrum of attitude written about by William A. Lofquist in his book Discovering the Meaning of Prevention https://rb.gy/zlyryi

I am so happy that I had a chance to talk with a person who is an inspiration to me and many others. Kt Teaney is a business owner, artist, local icon, and person in recovery. In this episode we talk about her business "OLD SOUL" and the journey of self discovery that lead her to this point in her life. Her outlook on mental health and artistic expression makes her community a better place to be. Check out her shop in person at 124 Margaret St, Plattsburgh, NY 12901 or online facebook.com/oldsouldesignshop

This is a quick episode that will give you an idea of what The Mental Health Survival Guide is all about. In other episodes, I will have guests, subjects, and information that will hopefully entertain and educate you while breaking down walls and destroying the stigma that we have about mental health and life here on earth.