This Is Temporary

A precious time having one of my best friends, Dallas James Pritt, on the podcast the week of his first single's release!! Dallas is a very vulnerable mental health advocate on top of his action-packed career as an actor, choreographer and singer. His song, "Somehow (Beautiful to Me)" - composed and written by Joey Contreras - inspires hope while providing a vessel of emotional release and relatability. Dallas made sure that this song would be honest about the pain and insecurities he's faced along the way; and how those wounds became steps guiding him towards breakthroughs of joy and self-acceptance. Cannot wait for you all to enjoy this gift of a pure heart's truest expression through music. There's also his short film "A Heart's Calling" that illuminates the experience of queerness in an often close-minded Christian environment. It is available to stream on YouTube.I am so proud of you Dallas! IG: @thisistemporarypodcast & @lahartsellewww.thisistemporarypodcast.comIntro/Outro Song: "Waves" by Logan Bowden

What a gift of time & presence with Valerie Jane Parker 

We live in the gray area. In uncertainty. Even though cognitive distortions may try to convince us, or have us trying to convince others, that things are black or white, it's really all shades of gray. This episode was filmed on a darker gray day, but it still was gray. It was a very tough, panic stricken day - but it was not all bad. I still went on a walk with my husband and enjoyed the company of my dog and some saltine crackers and sprite to calm by anxious stomach.  Gray. And temporary, of course. IG: @thisistemporarypodcast & @lahartsellewww.thisistemporarypodcast.comIntro/Outro Song: "Waves" by Logan Bowden

Happy Mental Health Awareness Month! Showing up as you are in the present moment is enough. Your worth transcends any form of measurement. We are enough. In this episode, I share the past 6 months journey with transitioning back to living in the states, navigating panic disorder and anxiety and a newfound reassurance through the Human Design systems. I discovered I am a 3/5 reflector and also quite the introvert. We can handle what is in front of us. It helps to understand ourselves better so we can better advocate for our needs. You are not alone. IG: @thisistemporarypodcast & @lahartsellewww.thisistemporarypodcast.comIntro/Outro Song: "Waves" by Logan Bowden

All things anxiety and adaptive coping skills in this episode. If overthinking = underacting, what steps can we take to proactively feel better and more grounded? Thank you for being here. Please let me know what resonates with you in this episode. We can handle what is in front of us!IG: @thisistemporarypodcast & @lahartsellewww.thisistemporarypodcast.comIntro/Outro Song: "Waves" by Logan Bowden

Thank you for being here. Here are some updates on my life over this last year after filming the reality show LoveTrip: Paris and finding then marrying the love of my life and moving to France. It's been a wild ride and I'm grateful to share the truth of my journey, with all the thrills and anxieties. From a scuba diving mishap to skydiving followed by a first time experience with magic mushrooms,  we can handle what is in front of us. I am proud of you and find you all quite AWEsome. IG: @thisistemporarypodcast & @lahartsellewww.thisistemporarypodcast.comIntro/Outro Song: "Waves" by Logan Bowden

Oh the holiday season.  A moment to acknowledge the chaos & funk, focus on growth, gaining perspective, acceptance, what feels good & celebrating ourselves with immense grace for showing up to this colorful existence. Sending love, light & healing to you this winter. Thank you for being here. Thank you for being you.988lifeline.orgCall or Text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline available 24/7You matter. Your feelings are valid. You are enough.  You are not alone. You deserve to feel loved, respected & safe.IG: @thisistemporarypodcast & @lahartsellewww.thisistemporarypodcast.comIntro/Outro Song: "Waves" by Logan Bowden

This life giving conversation with returning guest, friend and all around artistic powerhouse @Austin.Ryan.Hunt (he/him) makes me feel like dancing! In this episode, Austin and I discuss what it means to nurture yourself on the path of healing, the power of  focus and perspective, queerness, communicating feelings, the importance of living self-centered and enjoying life in the present moment. Thank you for being a part of this. Your voice matters. You matter. You are worthy. There is no place we do not belong. @ThisIsTemporaryPodcastwww.ThisIsTemporaryPodcast.com

What a joyful, quality time with the remarkable, compassionate actor and all around creative @StoryofSamBrooks (he/him)! He can be seen in StarGirl, Fear Street 1978 and Long, Slow, Exhale. In his episode, we dive into a range of topics from mindfulness, acceptance, perspective shifting, setting boundaries, letting yourself sit in your feelings and more! Thank you for being a part of this. Your voice matters. You matter. You are worthy. There is no place we do not belong. Happy Mental Health Awareness Month! @ThisIsTemporaryPodcastwww.ThisIsTemporaryPodcast.com

What a joyful, quality time with the remarkable, compassionate actor and all around creative @StoryofSamBrooks (he/him)! He can be seen in StarGirl, Fear Street 1978 and Long, Slow, Exhale. In his episode, we dive into a range of topics from spirituality, mindfulness, acceptance, perspective shifting, setting boundaries, letting yourself sit in your feelings and more! Thank you for being a part of this. Your voice matters. You matter. You are worthy. There is no place we do not belong. @ThisIsTemporaryPodcastwww.ThisIsTemporaryPodcast.com

Sunshine soul, actress and all around creative goddess Samantha Cormier (ig: @Samantha__Cormier) returns for a meaningful hour of vulnerability, healthy self talk, wisdom in coping skills, tips for emotional regulation and finding a routine that serves your personal needs! Thank you for being a part of this. Your voice matters. You matter. You are worthy. There is no place we do not belong. Happy Mental Health Awareness Month! @ThisIsTemporaryPodcastwww.ThisIsTemporaryPodcast.com

Happy Mental Health Awareness Month! I'm your host Lacy Hartselle (she/her) @LAHartselle (:The community of mental health warriors and self healers always inspires and empowers me. It is an honor to be recording episodes and diving back into the destigmatizing conversations on this platform again. Thank you for being a part of this. Your voice matters. You matter. You are worthy. There is no place we do not belong. Onwards! @ThisIsTemporaryPodcastwww.ThisIsTemporaryPodcast.com

Welcome back to This Is Temporary Podcast - the start of Season 2 and our 21st episode! I'm your host Lacy Hartselle @lahartselle and it's Mental Health Awareness Month!  I couldn't be more grateful to be back recording episodes and being a part of the mental health community of warriors. In this episode, I catch you up on my journey since November, when I started an IOP (intensive out patient) trauma therapy program for 3 1/2 months. I learned so many insightful skills and coping tools that I'm excited to share with you all. Thanks for joining the conversation on destigmatizing mental health. Your story and truth matters. You are not alone... .Let me know what ya think at our IG @thisistemporarypodcast and subscribe to us here and at www.thisistemporarypodcast.com to stay tuned for more!

Meet Holly Zajur (ig: @hollyzajur )! She is a potter, a wellness educator, the creator of @ConnectWellness_ and sister to our previous guest Austin Zajur! Holly has been teaching and practicing yoga and mindfulness for over 7 years. In this episode, we talk about her experiences with stress, anxiety, learning to accept the things we cannot change, understanding the enneagram and wholeness. This episode was a joy to record because Holly is the real deal and she radiates the positivity, awareness and compassion that she practices. Embrace her phrase, "stop should-ing yourself" and "trust that you are more important than the work that you do." You're more than enough as you are! Let me know what ya think at our IG @thisistemporarypodcast and subscribe to us here and at www.thisistemporarypodcast.com to stay tuned for more!

Meet Anjelika Washington (@anjelikaw) & Blake Spears (@blake.tv)! Anjelika is a passionate actor, producer, director, activist and humanitarian. Blake is a producer & CEO at @scattv and the hilarious Granny B (character actor). In this episode, we dive into Anjelika and Blake's personal mental health experiences and their advocacy for therapy, as well as mental health in the Black community, BLM and more! This was an enlightening conversation to destigmatize all the areas of life that beg for more understanding, communication, accountability and compassion. Anjelika and Blake are wonderful examples of the vulnerability, kindness and courage required to be and see the change this world deserves. I am so grateful these two beautiful humans took the time to share their empowering and honest insight with me and all of you! ..@BetterHelp is the counseling app that Anjelika mentioned! ..www.BlackLivesMatter.com..We so appreciate your subscribing to our podcast as well as our newsletter at www.ThisIsTemporaryPodcast.com to stay tuned for more! @thisistemporarypodcast

Meet Mikaela Brewer (ig: @mik_brew)! She is a Canadian writer, mental health advocate and recent Stanford University graduate and varsity basketball player. Mikaela is a beautifully authentic, gentle soul who speaks and writes with intentionality and understanding. In this episode, she opens up about her challenges living with OCD, struggles with suicidal ideation and her journey to becoming a compassionate advocate for mental wellness. Mikaela and I are both ambassadors for @UnsinkableYouth. It's been lovely hearing about Mikaela's hopeful, resilient perspective through her advocacy account @mysecondlayer. And she has a sci-fi novel about shared memories in the making!!! . ..Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255The Trevor Project for suicide prevention to LGBTQ+ young people under 25: 1-866-488-7386Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741741Youthline for ages 11-21: text teen2teen to 839863...We so appreciate your subscribing to our podcast as well as our newsletter at www.ThisIsTemporaryPodcast.com to stay tuned for more! @thisistemporarypodcast

Meet T.C. Matherne (ig: @t.c.matherne)! He is an extraordinary actor, co-creator of the @latco_comedy improv school and theatre and host of his new captivating podcast @passion.buffet . T.C. and I met at a director's callback for a film (that he booked!) and his talent stood out to me more than anyone's. In this episode, T.C. opens up about growing up with a good life but feeling like a sad kid without many interests. He's always wrestled with depression and anxiety, but he found what would help him cope when he discovered improv comedy. Improv teaches us to face our fears/anxieties, to express and accept ourselves authentically and to be present. These are all things that help with our mental health! T.C. mentioned that as adults, we forget how to embrace our childlike hunger to learn and play because we're too afraid to fail; but it's the courageous action of confronting our fears where we find healing, trust, growth and fun. P.S. Catch him now in @Antebellumfilm that just came out!...We so appreciate your subscribing to our podcast as well as our newsletter at www.thisistemporarypodcast.com to stay tuned for more! @thisistemporarypodcast

Meet Charlene (IG: @Iamgcharlene)! She is a mental health advocate and the founder of the platform @WeAreSelfHealers! This episode and time with Charlene was so precious and healing. Charlene opened up about her life experiences with depression, grief, joy, traveling the world and empowerment found in inner child healing work. She even shared with us an exercise that helps to connect us with our inner child! Her healing journey has taught her to challenge the negative thought processes - to notice the internal cycle of judgment and shame, then gently set kinder thoughts into action. Charlene emphasizes our choice in what we want to do in response to the hardships we face. If we can start to trust the process, then we gain the perspective that our circumstances exist to help us grow. She is a beautiful soul and an inspiring example of hope, forgiveness, compassion and grace. Here is a link to Charlene's ebook, gratitude workbook and more: https://linktr.ee/weareselfhealers...We so appreciate your subscribing to our podcast as well as our newsletter at www.thisistemporarypodcast.com to stay tuned for more! @thisistemporarypodcast

Meet Aaron Mirtes (IG: @aaronmirtes)! He is an independent film writer and director as well as a wonderful artistic collaborator and dear friend of mine! In this episode, Aaron opens up about everything from his anxiety (which fixated on his health) and his struggles with phobia disorder and emetophobia (fear of vomiting) to his valid frustrations with social media shaming culture and what overall coping mechanisms help him best. What’s served Aaron’s journey towards healing is his practice of actively showing up and simply expressing himself. After all, experience yields confidence and trust in ourselves and our ability to persevere, while talking and processing through our emotions produces a deeper understanding of ourselves and others. I've loved seeing how Aaron takes power over his phobias and anxiety through humor and by implementing elements of them into his films!...Please subscribe to our podcast! Let me know what you think at our IG @ThisIsTemporaryPodcast and subscribe to our newsletter at www.thisistemporarypodcast.com to stay tuned for more!

Meet Austin Ryan Hunt (ig: @Austin.Ryan.Hunt)! He is a wonderful actor, dancer, educator and all around theatre person who I was lucky enough to have as my dance partner throughout college! In his episode, we talked about his journey with depression, anxiety, sexuality and a better understanding of yourself and others through the Enneagram. Austin has worked so hard to take charge of his own mental health and now he's empowering others to be more present while believing and enjoying the good things!...Please subscribe to our podcast! Let me know what you think at our IG @ThisIsTemporaryPodcast and subscribe to our newsletter at www.thisistemporarypodcast.com to stay tuned for more!

Meet Jenna from Empowering Mindsets (ig: @empoweringmindsets_j )! She is an artist, student and mental health advocate. Jenna uses her experiences with anxiety and eating disorder recovery to help encourage, empower and comfort others who can relate. Her @BlissfulStarClub account is dedicated to her mental health illustrations and workbooks filled with positive messages about self love, growth and healing. Jenna has learned a whole lot through struggling with anorexia, orthorexia and cultural stigmas. She inspirationally believes that our hardships help us because healing from them allows us to align with our truest selves. You can tell from her social media pages that she is the most genuine light of a human. I'm so grateful she's found her voice and is now sharing it for the benefit of the world! ...Please subscribe to our podcast! We so appreciate your rating and reviews! Let me know what you think at our IG @thisistemporarypodcast and subscribe to our newsletter at www.thisistemporarypodcast.com to stay tuned for more!

Meet Johnny Webster (ig: @JustJohnnyWebster)! He is a talent manager and facilitator of dreams. Johnny exudes JOY and he's created @JustBlackBoyJoy - a fun space dedicated to celebrating that joy with others! Great joy comes from knowing great pain. In this episode, we talk about Johnny's journey with depression, anxiety, addiction recovery and mental health in the Black community. This wild year forced Johnny to ask himself, "What fear am I living in that is blocking me from being my authentic, loving and joyful self?" Life is especially uncertain right now - but that uncertainty doesn't have to be negative. We have to live less in fear and more in excitement, risk and hope. To find your joy in the midst of it all, Johnny suggests doing what you love to do just to enjoy your own laugh and smile! ...We so appreciate your rating and reviews! Let me know what you think at our IG @thisistemporarypodcast and subscribe to our newsletter at www.thisistemporarypodcast.com to stay tuned for more!

Meet Myles Matsuno (ig: @myles_matsuno)! He is a fantastic. director and impressivemarathon runner! In this episode, Myles and I talk about his experiences with anxiety, comparison, depression and redefining success. As a very disciplined runner, Myles certainly knows a lot about pacing yourself and focusing on short increments at a time. That "one foot in front of the other" mentality has helped him in all areas of life. Myles is one of the most talented, humble and kindest people I've ever had the pleasure of working with. His brave, creative spirit inspires me so much and I know that his episode will for you as well! For more of his work check out his website: www.MylesMatsuno.com..We so appreciate your rating and reviews! Let me know what you think at our IG @thisistemporarypodcast and subscribe to our newsletter at www.thisistemporarypodcast.com to stay tuned for more!

Meet Austin Zajur (ig: @austinzajur) & Harley Quinn Smith (ig: @harleyquinnsmith)! They are both incredibly talented actors and Harley is also an activist with a new podcast out called Vegan Abattoir! I'm elated that they are my first featured couple! Navigating mental health inside of a relationship is a whole new challenge that requires additional awareness & emotional communication skills. Not only do I admire their authenticity & vulnerability, but they also brought up some very relatable realities. Harley & Austin divulged their experiences with depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, therapy & grief while also providing messages of acceptance, compassion, courage, priorities and the healing process of letting someone in to help. These healthy perspectives have helped them to get past their pasts and be more present with each other now.

Meet Samantha Cormier (ig: @samantha__cormier)! She is a mesmerizing actor and one of the brightest shining, positive souls I have ever met. Sammie's precious, sunny perspective has grown out of the soil of suffering along with her strong will for hope and healing. In this episode, we talk about our relationships with grief, suicide, empathy, extreme emotions, trauma and anxiety. Sammie is an encouraging, genuine example of how an affirming perspective on life allows you to be refined by the fires you've been through rather than burned for good. Let me know what ya think at our IG @thisistemporarypodcast and subscribe to us here and at www.thisistemporarypodcast.com to stay tuned for more!

Meet Melissa McNerney (ig: @melisslovesthis )! She is an actor, producer, yogi and mindfulness practitioner! Throughout Melissa's healing journey and involvement with Al-Anon, she has learned to choose health and herself at all costs. That means participating in the daily, deep self-evaluation work that is required to gain insight and revitalization. Al-Anon is a 12-step program adapted from Alcoholics Anonymous for the family and friends of loved ones who are suffering from addiction. I think this episode is so informative and helpful for everyone - whether personally struggling with addiction or directly affected by it. There's nothing to be ashamed of, but there is a responsibility for how it affects you and others. Al-Anon's site: https://al-anon.org . Let me know what ya think at our IG @thisistemporarypodcast and subscribe to us here and at www.thisistemporarypodcast.com to stay tuned for more!

Meet Logan Taylor (ig: @intuitivelogan )! He is a creative director, photographer and an inspiring example of self love! In 2017, Logan directed me in a film he wrote called Until The End. We immediately connected over our relatability to the main character, Lila's, story of struggle. Logan is also diagnosed Bipolar 2, like me. We also both understand what it's like to be from the south where conformity is more common than breaking the status quo. That's why Logan emphasizes the importance of seeking your own self approval above others and trusting that you are enough! Let me know what ya think at our IG @thisistemporarypodcast and subscribe to us here and at www.thisistemporarypodcast.com to stay tuned for more!

Meet Jonathan Gaurano (ig: @dogoodjonathan )! He is a creative director/storyteller for many companies and influencers as well one of the most positively radiant humans I know! It’s no surprise that Jonathan’s episode is the longest so far because he’s so engaging, exciting and full of wisdom. Whereas I deal with Bipolar 2, Jonathan is diagnosed with Bipolar 1. I’m amazed at his discipline in managing his mania in order to use it as fuel for his brilliant creativity! As he mentions, can’t wait for y’all to ride this roller coaster of a life discussion with us in his episode “You Are Beautiful”.Let me know what ya think at our IG @thisistemporarypodcast and subscribe to us here and at www.thisistemporarypodcast.com to stay tuned for more!

Meet Paris Warner (ig: @parisyvanna)! She is a dynamic actor, model and activist who also happens to be my old LA roomie and sweet friend! Paris is an incredibly strong survivor who uses her voice now for sexual assault activism and mental health destigmatization. I was so inspired while recording her episode because she is so powerfully fueled with passion and purpose behind her words. Excited you guys are tuning into her episode!Let me know what ya think at our IG @thisistemporarypodcast and subscribe to us here and at www.thisistemporarypodcast.com to stay tuned for more!

Meet Marvin Laviolette (ig: @haitianmarvofficial): a very hardworking actor and activist for liberation, equality and justice in step with the Black Lives Matter movement and other groups advocating change. Follow Marvin's nonprofit organization "What Can I Do?" @wcid2020 on IG to learn more about how to get involved with the peaceful action he is helping lead in this revolution. In this episode, Marvin opens up about his newfound activism and the trauma he has experienced by simply being a Black man in our white supremacist nation. We also discussed his transformation through self care and self discovery that have led him to change his perspectives and become a more resilient, focused and balanced version of himself. Thank you again Marvin for your vulnerability, inspiration and insight! Let me know what ya think at our IG @thisistemporarypodcast and subscribe to us here and at www.thisistemporarypodcast.com to stay tuned for more!

Meet Cory Scott Allen (ig: @coryscottallen): a fabulous actor, a really good friend and often times a lifeline for me. In this episode, Cory and I dive deeper into the details of living with bipolar depression, suicidal ideation and the rare hypomania. It's a powerful thing to have a buddy system with someone who personally understands what you're going through. I'm really grateful Cory and I have been that for each other.Disclaimer: I LOVE the content of this episode - please overlook the compromised sound from our zoom call due to quarantine/wifi. Let me know what ya think at our IG @thisistemporarypodcast and subscribe to us here and at www.thisistemporarypodcast.com to stay tuned for more!

Welcome to the first episode of This Is Temporary! I am your host, Lacy Hartselle (ig: @lahartselle), and this is my introductory episode. I want you to get to know a little bit about me, my mental health journey with bipolar 2 disorder and my inspiration behind this podcast before we embark on this journey together! Let me know what ya think at our IG @thisistemporarypodcast and subscribe to us here and at www.thisistemporarypodcast.com to stay tuned for more!Intro/Outro Song: "Waves" by Logan Bowden (www.loganbowden.bandcamp.com)Audio Editor: Logan Bowden (ig: @_loganbowden)Cover Art: Gloria Delcu (ig: @glorianadelcu)

In this episode I got to chat with my soul sister, Madison Bailey (ig: @madisonbaileybabe), from Netflix's Outerbanks in her comfy, cute LA apartment. Maddie opened up some more with me about her BPD (Borderline personality disorder) diagnosis and what helps her navigate her colorful, emotional experiences with it! Let me know what ya think at our IG @thisistemporarypodcast and subscribe to us here and at www.thisistemporarypodcast.com to stay tuned for more!Host: Lacy Hartselle (ig: @lahartselle)Intro/Outro Song: "Waves" by Logan Bowden (www.loganbowden.bandcamp.com)Audio Editor: Logan Bowden (ig: @_loganbowden)Cover Art: Gloria Delcu (ig: @glorianadelcu)