Podcasts about Bipolar

If you've ever felt like your anxiety, depression, or inability to calm down is just who you are — this episode will change how you see your brain. Angie Noack is a licensed professional counselor and Senior VP of Business Development at Braincode Centers, where she specializes in brain mapping and neurofeedback. She has a deeply personal story that led her to this work, and the way she explains how our brains get stuck — and how they can actually be retrained — is one of the most eye-opening conversations I've had on this show. some things we got into: — why you can't think your way out of anxiety no matter how much therapy you've done — the ADHD misdiagnosis epidemic and what's actually going on in those kids' brains — why SSRIs don't heal anything, they just cover it — Bipolar vs Borderline Personality Disorder — what social media and dopamine are doing to our brains (and our kids' brains) — how neurofeedback literally rewires your brain without putting anything into it — simple tools you can use at home today to start regulating your nervous system Sponsored By: → TIMELINE | Timeline's clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price. Mitopure now starts at $99, with the exact same science and formula. And my listeners can still get 20% off when you go to https://timeline.com/HEALINGTHESOURCE  → PUORI | Go to https://puori.com/HEALINGTHESOURCE and use the code HEALINGTHESOURCE at checkout to get 32% off your first Puori Grass-fed Whey Protein subscription order and get a free shaker worth $25. Resources: Glow Kids book Metabolical book Follow the host, Claudia, on Instagram, check out Elham's Liquid Gold 100% Organic Castor Oil, and enjoy her deep-dives on Substack

Bei dieser Imaginationsübung des "inneren Wohlfühlortes" geht es darum, sich seinen persönlichen Wohlfühlort vorzustellen und im besten Fall immer wieder mit dieser kurzen Übung zu besuchen. Aber der Ort darf sich auch verändern oder komplett wechseln - der Kreativität sind hier keine Grenzen gesetzt.Achtung: Bitte nicht üben, während aktive Tätigkeiten (z.B. Autofahren, Arbeiten, etc.) durchgeführt werden!

Bei der Progressiven Muskelentspannung nach Jacobson werden nach einander unterschiedliche Muskelgruppen intensiv angespannt und dann locker gelassen. Das führt zu einem angenehmen Entspannungsgefühl und hilft in stressigen Situationen wieder das Gefühl von Kontrolle zu bekommen.Achtung: Bitte nicht üben, während aktive Tätigkeiten (z.B. Autofahren, Arbeiten, etc.) durchgeführt werden!

Diese Achtsamkeitsübung, ein sogenannter Bodyscan, ist eine angeleitete Entspannungsreise durch den ganzen Körper, mit dem Ziel jeden Muskel bewusst zu entspannen.Achtung: Bitte nicht üben, während aktive Tätigkeiten (z.B. Autofahren, Arbeiten, etc.) durchgeführt werden!

Diese Achtsamkeitsübung ermöglicht eine kurze Auszeit vom Alltag und nimmt nur 5 Minuten in Anspruch.Achtung: Bitte nicht üben, während aktive Tätigkeiten (z.B. Autofahren, Arbeiten, etc.) durchgeführt werden!

Stress gehört für viele Menschen mittlerweile zum Alltag. Termine, Arbeit, Familie, Erwartungen und ständige Erreichbarkeit sorgen dafür, dass wir oft dauerhaft unter Spannung stehen. Selbst der Urlaub, der eigentlich Erholung bringen soll, wird für viele zur organisatorischen Höchstleistung.In dieser Folge von „Ist das noch normal?! Der kronehit Psychotalk“ sprechen Jenny Kogler und der psychotherapeutische Experte Daniel Martos über Stress – und darüber, wann die permanente Belastung nicht mehr gesund ist.Daniel erklärt, warum Stress grundsätzlich nichts Schlechtes ist, welche wichtige Funktion er für uns hat und warum unser Körper eigentlich für kurzfristige Belastungen gemacht ist. Problematisch wird es dann, wenn die Anspannung nie mehr nachlässt und wir dauerhaft im Alarmmodus bleiben.Außerdem geht es um Burnout: Wie entsteht es? Welche Warnsignale gibt es? Und warum sollte man nicht warten, bis gar nichts mehr geht? Eine Folge über Leistungsdruck, Erschöpfung und darüber, wie man lernen kann, besser mit Stress umzugehen, bevor er krank macht.Am Mittwoch, ab 22:00 Uhr auf kronehit. Ab Donnerstag ist die ganze Sendung, wie immer, auf allen gängigen Plattformen als Podcast verfügbar. Du möchtest mit unserer Moderatorin Jenny Kogler oder unseren psychotherapeutischen ExpertInnen, Mag.a Romana Gilli und Daniel Martos, eine Frage stellen? Schreib uns an psychotalk@kronehit.at oder auf unserem neuen Instagram-Kanal @psychotalk.at! Wichtige Kontakte & Links:· Polizei: 133o Gehörlose Frauen und Mädchen können per SMS rund um die Uhr unter 0800 133 133 polizeiliche Hilfe rufen (Angabe von Ort und Notsituation).· Rettung: 144· Telefonseelsorge (0-24 Uhr): 142· Psychiatrische Soforthilfe und mobiler Krisendienst: +43 1 31330 (0 - 24 Uhr), per Mail, Chat oder TelefonAlle psychosozialen Dienste für ganz Österreich findest du hier: https://www.gesundheit.gv.at/service/beratungsstellen/krankheiten/psyche/psychosozialer-dienst.html· "Rat auf Draht" für Kinder, Jugendliche und junge Erwachsene bis 24 Jahre: Hotline 24 Stunden - kostenlos und anonym aus ganz Österreich - 147 - https://www.rataufdraht.at/· "Rat auf Draht" für Eltern: Kostenlose Beratung von Eltern via Video, Audio oder Text-Chat rund um: Schule, Erziehung, Sexualität usw. - https://elternseite.at/ · Gesund aus der Krise: Ermöglicht bis zu 15 kostenlose Therapieeinheiten für Kinder, Jugendliche und junge Erwachsene! Anmeldung online oder unter 0800/800122 www.gesundausderkrise.at · Kriseninterventionszentrum: Du befindest dich in einer akuten Krise und brauchst Hilfe dann wende dich hierhin: https://kriseninterventionszentrum.at/ · Mental Health Days: Dieses österreichweite Projekt stärkt das Bewusstsein für psychische Gesundheit an Schulen. Bis Juni 2026 wurden über 250.000 Schüler*innen erreicht. www.mentalhealthdays.eu

In this powerful episode, Sonido Reyes joins Elisabeth Paige to discuss his journey as an acclaimed author bringing vital representation to young adult literature. Sonido shares his late-blooming love for writing, sparked through fan fiction and a journey from shame to joy in self-expression.The episode delves deep into Sonido's award-winning novels, including The Lesbiana's Guide to Catholic School and The Golden Boy's Guide to Bipolar. Sonido unpacks how these works weave in complex issues—queerness, mental health struggles, immigration, and nuanced family dynamics—reflecting real challenges in the Mexican and larger Latinx community. He stresses the importance of showing characters struggling—and still deserving happy endings—so readers can see themselves fully and find hope.A highlight is the candid conversation about destigmatizing mental illness and suicidality, particularly in the Mexican community where such topics are often taboo. Sonido and Elisabeth discuss the challenges of therapy, medication, and the healing power of support groups, emphasizing the necessity of empathy for those living with bipolar disorder.Sonido also touches on his next project, a “Mexican Hunger Games”—style dystopian novel, and offers encouragement to young and aspiring writers: embrace your truth and write what feels authentic, even when it's hard.This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about diverse storytelling, mental health advocacy, and authentic voices in YA literature.You can find information about Dr. Elisabeth Paige at www.mindfulhappykids.com.

HFF26: Baby Bipolar @ The Hobgoblin Playhouse - 7.2 out of 10! Average Show! June 15 - 21, 2026. www.latheatrebites.com

In today's episode you meet Tami Ward who talks with us about her experience with BPD, being misdiagnosed Bipolar, parenting challenges, and going the distance in her marriage. Tami is a therapist and Reiki provider who is excited to share her wisdom. Thank you Tami for joining us! Tami Ward can be found at: https://www.anchoredinhoperi.com/about-5-1 Tami's books can be bought here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Tami-Ward-LMHC/author/B0F4Q1L43X?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1780858554&sr=1-1&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=85ddfeab-ad55-49a2-bd8a-ff11dcdb1055Send us a text message to be anonymously read and responded to! Support the showYou can find Sara on Instagram @borderlinefromhell. You can also find the podcast on IG @boldbeautifulborderlineCorey Evans is the artist for the music featured. He can be found HERE Talon Abbott created the cover art. He. can be found HERE Leave us a voicemail about your thoughts or questions on the show at boldbeautifulborderline.comIf you like the show we would love if you could rate, subscribe and support us on Patreon. Patreon info here: https://www.patreon.com/boldbeautifulborderline?fan_landing=true Purchase Sara's Exploring Your Borderline Strengths Journal at https://www.amazon.com/Exploring-Your-Borderline-Strengths-Amundson/dp/B0C522Y7QT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=IGQBWJRE3CFX&keywords=exploring+your+borderline+strengths&qid=1685383771&sprefix=exploring+your+bor%2Caps%2C164&sr=8-1 For mental health supports:National Suicide Preve...

Hannah Murray found fame when she was just 17, playing the self-destructive Cassie in E4's Skins. She juggled an English degree at Cambridge University alongside playing Gilly in HBO's Game Of Thrones and went on to film Detroit, directed by Kathryn Bigelow. When the physical and mental stress required from these roles began to take its toll, Murray sought treatment from a reiki healer. From there, her life began to spiral as she became heavily involved with a ‘healing' organisation whose promises of real-life magic and enlightenment were increasingly seductive. She ended up being sectioned after a psychotic break and was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Now, she has written her first book. The Make-Believe: A Memoir of Magic and Madness is a deeply personal account of these events, written with compulsive lyricism. It takes readers on a journey to the edges of reality, where magic is possible, and where the liminal space between what is real and what is imagined becomes ever more porous. In this episode we delve into Hannah's breakdown and what it taught her. We discuss living with BPD, her decision to quit acting and why, as a society, it's so important to talk about severe mental health conditions - even if it makes us uncomfortable. Plus: when does our modern obsession with ‘wellness' go too far? ✨ IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Introduction 04:30 Acting Roles and Emotional Toll 07:51 The Memoir 09:17 Traumatic Filming and Aftermath 11:57 Failure to Be Happy Always 16:06 Rapture Highs and Bipolar 18:14 Reiki Rabbit Hole and Cult Questions 28:50 Wellness as Addiction 30:25 Hotel Breakdown Begins 32:17 Exorcism and Delusions 33:26 Realizing You're Sectioned 35:18 Medication and Coming Back 36:12 Shame to Compassion 42:55 Bipolar Mania Explained 48:41 Leaving Acting and Moving On

Der Sommerurlaub steht an – und in vielen Beziehungen zeigt sich dabei ein bekanntes Muster: Während eine Person schon Wochen vorher jede Unterkunft, Route und Aktivität plant, würde die andere am liebsten einfach spontan losfliegen und darauf vertrauen, dass sich alles schon ergeben wird.In dieser Folge von „Ist das noch normal?! Der kronehit Psychotalk“ sprechen Jenny Kogler und Mag.a Romana Gilli über Perfektionismus, Kontrolle und Gelassenheit – und darüber, warum Menschen so unterschiedlich mit Unsicherheit umgehen.Romana erklärt, warum manche Menschen Struktur, Planung und Kontrolle brauchen, während andere eher auf Vertrauen und Spontanität setzen. Dabei geht es auch um die Frage, wie solche Verhaltensweisen entstehen und warum sie oft eng mit Sicherheit, Selbstwert und Erfahrungen aus der Vergangenheit verbunden sind.Außerdem sprechen die beiden darüber, ab wann Kontrolle oder Perfektionismus zwanghaft wird, welche Rolle Ängste dabei spielen und wann professionelle Hilfe sinnvoll ist.Und natürlich geht es auch darum, wie man lernen kann, etwas gelassener zu werden – selbst wenn sich das anfangs ziemlich unangenehm anfühlt.Am Mittwoch, ab 22:00 Uhr auf kronehit. Ab Donnerstag ist die ganze Sendung, wie immer, auf allen gängigen Plattformen als Podcast verfügbar.Du möchtest mit unserer Moderatorin Jenny Kogler oder unseren psychotherapeutischen ExpertInnen, Mag.a Romana Gilli und Daniel Martos, eine Frage stellen? Schreib uns an psychotalk@kronehit.at oder auf unserem neuen Instagram-Kanal @psychotalk.at!Wichtige Kontakte & Links:· Polizei: 133Gehörlose Frauen und Mädchen können per SMS rund um die Uhr unter 0800 133 133 polizeiliche Hilfe rufen (Angabe von Ort und Notsituation).· Rettung: 144· Telefonseelsorge (0-24 Uhr): 142· Psychiatrische Soforthilfe und mobiler Krisendienst: +43 1 31330 (0 - 24 Uhr), per Mail, Chat oder TelefonAlle psychosozialen Dienste für ganz Österreich findest du hier: https://www.gesundheit.gv.at/service/beratungsstellen/krankheiten/psyche/psychosozialer-dienst.html· "Rat auf Draht" für Kinder, Jugendliche und junge Erwachsene bis 24 Jahre: Hotline 24 Stunden - kostenlos und anonym aus ganz Österreich - 147 - https://www.rataufdraht.at/· "Rat auf Draht" für Eltern: Kostenlose Beratung von Eltern via Video, Audio oder Text-Chat rund um: Schule, Erziehung, Sexualität usw. - https://elternseite.at/ · Gesund aus der Krise: Ermöglicht bis zu 15 kostenlose Therapieeinheiten für Kinder, Jugendliche und junge Erwachsene! Anmeldung online oder unter 0800/800122 www.gesundausderkrise.at Kriseninterventionszentrum: Du befindest dich in einer akuten Krise und brauchst Hilfe dann wende dich hierhin: https://kriseninterventionszentrum.at/

There is no Tom behind TOMS Shoes. It's short for “Tomorrow's.” There is a Blake, however. Blake Mycoskie founded the company in 2006 under the model that for every pair sold, a second pair would be donated to children in the developing world. TOMS took off, which meant years of constant work for Blake, traveling the world telling the TOMS story, and ultimately getting burned out and selling the company. Despite all the snowboarding he could now do, Blake found himself without purpose and lonely (all his friends worked at the company he just quit because those were the only people he had time to see.) His mental health crashed. He became depressed and anxious for the first time ever, considered suicide, and traveled the world trying every kind of treatment he could find. In the end, getting off meds that were wrong for him and good therapy helped him find the core wound that had been driving him all those years and set out to address it. Blake Mycoskie has a new podcast, No Magic Pill, about how people seek to solve their problems. Thank you to all our listeners who support the show as monthly members of Maximum Fun. Check out our I'm Glad You're Here and Depresh Mode merchandise at the brand new merch website MaxFunStore.com! Hey, remember, you're part of Depresh Mode and we want to hear what you want to hear about. What guests and issues would you like to have covered in a future episode? Write us at depreshmode@maximumfun.org. Depresh Mode is on BlueSky, Instagram, Substack, and you can join our Preshies Facebook group.  Help is available right away. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 or 1-800-273-8255, 1-800-273-TALK Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741. International suicide hotline numbers available here: https://www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at https://maximumfun.org/joindepresh

What if the anxiety you're facing isn't bipolar disorder alone — but the fear of what might happen next? With humor, honesty, and practical insight, Gabe Howard, who lives with bipolar disorder, shares devastatingly real stories — including the panic attack that caused him to quit a job from the parking lot. Along the way, Dr. Nicole explains the critical differences between anxiety, panic attacks, panic disorder, and bipolar disorder, while unpacking why these disorders so commonly occur alongside bipolar disorder. You'll learn why anxiety can quietly fuel isolation, how avoidance behaviors grow, what treatment actually looks like, and why therapy, coping skills, and medication each play different roles in recovery. Most importantly, this episode asks a powerful question: Can panic attacks and anxiety ever truly go away — or is the goal learning how to fight back? Listeners will learn: why using the correct terminology to describe panic and anxiety is essential for effective treatment why medication is often a temporary fix and not a long-term solution how to understand the “fear of fear” cycle — and begin breaking free from it Whether you're having trouble leaving the house or trying to understand why your brain feels stuck on a “what if” roundabout, this episode offers the clinical clarity and authentic perspective needed to help break the cycle. Hit play to better understand the science of panic, anxiety, and bipolar disorder — and learn how to start taking your life back. "Panic attacks are disruptive as hell, I mean, how many times can I ‘panic quit' my job from the parking lot before it becomes problematic?" ~Gabe Howard, host Our host, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning podcast host, author, and sought-after suicide prevention and mental health speaker, but he wouldn't be any of those things today if he hadn't been committed to a psychiatric hospital in 2003.Gabe also hosts Healthline's Inside Mental Health podcast has appeared in numerous publications, including Bipolar magazine, WebMD, Newsweek, and the Stanford Online Medical Journal. He has appeared on all four major TV networks, ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX. Among his many awards, he is the recipient of Mental Health America's Norman Guitry Award, received two Webby Honoree acknowledgements, and received an official resolution from the Governor of Ohio naming him an “Everyday Hero.” Gabe wrote the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are available directly from the author with free swag included! To learn more about Gabe, or to book him for your next event, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. Our host, Dr. Nicole Washington, is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she attended Southern University and A&M College. After receiving her BS degree, she moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma to enroll in the Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a residency in psychiatry at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa. Since completing her residency training, Dr. Nicole has spent most of her career caring for and being an advocate for those who are not typically consumers of mental health services, namely underserved communities, those with severe mental health conditions, and high performing professionals. Through her private practice, podcast, speaking, and writing, she seeks to provide education to decrease the stigma associated with psychiatric conditions. Find out more at DrNicolePsych.com. Please SHARE the show with everyone you know as that's how we're gonna grow! Thank you for listening. :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Psych Review recorded this episode on the final evening of the 2026 RANZCP Congress. Alanna, Milla, and Mazz take us through their highlights. Milla thoughtfully reflects on the mindfulness workshop she attended, Alanna was moved by an experience of the intersection between psychiatry and the arts, and Mazz attended an action packed workshop covering the use of antipsychotic medications in mood states.As we attended workshops and talks for this session we do not have any specific references to share!The Psych Review was brought to you by Call to Mind, a telepsychiatry service that you can learn more about at www.calltomind.com.au. The original music in our podcast was provided by the very talented John Badgery, and our logo was designed by the creative genius of Naz.

Fellow Midwesterner opens up to Paul about her battles with BiPolar including a hospitalization, and her struggles with vices. More about Emily:Her show - Success, Rewritten can be found on any podcast platform + YouTube. Lots of great mental health content recently for May! Website : https://www.successrewrittenshow.com/Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/successrewritten/Her Bipolar Brought Balance website and social account Website : https://www.bipolarbroughtbalance.com/Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/bipolarbroughtbalanceThis episode is sponsored Quince. Go to www.Quince.com/mental for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too.This episode is sponsored by Alma. Search their directory of over 20,000 therapists with different specialities, life experiences, and identities, and 99% of them take insurance. Go to www.HelloAlma.com/happyhourThis episode is sponsored by Timeline. Timeline's clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price . Mitopure now starts at $99, with the exact same science and formula and listeners can still get 20% off when they go to www.timeline.com/MENTALThis episode is sponsored by The Jordan Harbinger Show. Learn more about the world, improve your critical thinking skills and be entertained! Listen or subscribe here: jordanharbinger.com/subscribe Apple Podcasts: jordanharbinger.com/itunesSpotify: jordanharbinger.com/spotifyHere are the two episodes Paul recommended.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1280-cory-doctorow-why-everything-got-worse-and-what/id1344999619?i=1000747830030Andhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1238-ken-burns-what-if-the-american-revolution-isnt-over/id1344999619?i=1000736232557If you're interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG @ShapedFurniture or visit the website www.shapedfurniture.comWAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCASTSubscribe via Apple Podcasts (or whatever player you use). It costs nothing. It's extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2Spread the word via social media. It costs nothing.Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is www.Facebook.com/mentalpod and our Twitter and Instagram are both @Mentalpod Become a much-needed Patreon monthly-donor (with occasional rewards) for as little as $1/month at www.Patreon.com/mentalpod Become a one-time or monthly donor via PayPal at https://mentalpod.com/donateYou can also donate via Zelle (make payment to mentalpod@gmail.com) To donate via Venmo make payment to @Mentalpod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kristina Cook shares how lifelong anxiety and postpartum depression, combined with her daughter Genevieve's escalating, unpredictable mood instability, rage, suicidality, and mania, pushed their family into crisis despite years of therapy, medications, and an 11-year-old's 16-week hospital in-treatment stay with a discharge plan involving notifying police. After an RFK Jr. press conference led her to Casey and Calley Means' message in Good Energy, Kristina removed ultra-processed foods and refined ingredients and saw rapid improvements in sleep, pain, and her daughter's behavior. Later, after hearing Dr. Chris Palmer describe ketogenic therapy for severe mental illness, Kristina and her daughter transitioned to keto, endured a brief detox period, and then experienced dramatic mental clarity; Genevieve reached remission and came off medication, and Kristina also saw major weight and anxiety relief. Kristina now studies nutrition, works with the Metabolic Collective, and advocates for accessible metabolic therapies for families. Good Energy (book by Casey Means & Callie Means)  metaboliccollective.org  Metabolic Mind — https://www.metabolicmind.org/ Kristina on X (Twitter): @KristinaCook https://x.com/KristinaCo9561 The Better Humans Project — Kristina's Instagram and Facebook pages  https://www.instagram.com/thebetterhumansproject?igsh=MTM4YTkyZ3duejdjbw==

Part two In the mid-20th century, a handful of chance observations transformed psychiatry from an asylum-bound specialty into a medical field powered by effective drugs. This episode explores how chlorpromazine emerged from industrial dyes and surgical experiments, how imipramine and lithium were stumbled upon while chasing unrelated ideas, and how these discoveries reshaped our understanding of mental illness. Join us for a fascinating journey through scientific luck, keen observation, and the drugs that freed millions from institutional walls.1

In this Hairstylist Empowerment Podcast episode, host B Rad Celebrity Hairstylist welcomes Stacey Prescott, a master cosmetologist and military veteran, to discuss the intersection of mental health and the beauty industry. The conversation centers on Prescott's personal journey with bipolar disorder, detailing her path from a difficult diagnosis to achieving stability and professional success. She highlights how high-performance coachingand a mindset shift allowed her to move beyond merely surviving to thriving in her specialized salon business. Throughout the interview,the speakers emphasize breaking the stigma surrounding mental illness and the importance of finding a supportive community. They also explore technical innovations in hair science, specifically regarding lipid repair and natural curl care. Ultimately, the text serves as an empowering narrative on the necessity of faith, self-worth, and persistent education in overcoming life's challenges. https://www.HairstylistEmpowermentPodcast.com

Today I'm going to explore the subject of mental illness. May is Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States. I want to help you understand and manage mental illness in yourself and make you aware of the costs and challenges to society as a whole. This is a two-part episode.  Part 2 will release at the end of June.https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/looking-at-my-geneshttps://www.med.unc.edu/genetics/eight-psychiatric-disorders-share-the-same-genetic-causes-study-says/https://www.nami.org/types-of-conditions/schizophrenia/https://www.webmd.com/schizophrenia/what-causes-schizophreniahttps://www.cdc.gov/mental-health/about-data/conditions-care.htmlhttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helplinehttps://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/kentucky?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=693457812&gclid=Cj0KCQjww8rQBhDjARIsAE43KPObfNHhocMpYOwl4yFCiwkDPAh3cifsys7aEJg2RuiU6KhHgoCwmU8aAkDtEALw_wcBThis is DG and I would love to hear from you!Connect with Aging With Grace®️ at agingwithgraceinfo.org

Trauma recovery, neuroscience, and gratitude converge in one of the most remarkable conversations on A Swift Kick in the Ass. Guest Thayne Martin — founder of itspureLove.com — is a childhood sexual abuse survivor who spent decades in silence before a near-death experience unlocked a completely new path forward. Thayne was diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), Bipolar 1, severe ADHD, and complex PTSD. After multiple suicide attempts and years of severe over-medication, a late-thirties crisis brought everything to the surface. Then a near-death drowning experience became a spiritual awakening — and the beginning of everything. In this episode, Thayne introduces "The Equation of Life and Abundant Happiness" — a behavioral change and emotional healing framework built on mathematical principles. Addition (what to bring in), subtraction (what to release), multiplication (energy alignment and support), and division (sharing your abundance). At the center of it all: gratitude as the equal sign — the neurological bridge that quiets the amygdala, activates the prefrontal cortex, and begins rewriting fear-based neural circuits formed by childhood experiences. His gratitude protocol and 101 experiential neuroscience exercises are currently under study at universities. Concepts like Glimmer Surfing, Dare to Be Second, and the hamburger communication framework give listeners immediately applicable tools for personal growth, mental wellness, and mindfulness. If you are on a healing journey, interested in the science of the mind, or simply looking for a practical framework for a more meaningful life — this episode is essential listening. Visit itspureLove.com.

If you want to listen to the full episode (XYBM 156) from this clip, search for the title: "Ep. 156: How to Heal When Your Mind Is Working Against You with Rwenshaun" — it was released on May 11, 2026.In XYBM 156, we sit down with Rwenshaun Miller, a therapist who has lived on both sides of the therapy couch. He breaks down the real face of bipolar disorder — far beyond the mood-swing myths — through the lens of his own diagnosis at 19, three su-c-de attempts spanning seven years, and a battle with alcohol that nearly cost him everything, all while graduating from UNC on an academic scholarship and walking onto a Division I football and track team.       This is a must-watch for anyone who has ever looked “high-functioning” on the outside while quietly struggling on the inside.       For the athletes, the overachievers, the men battling in silence, and the people trying to support someone they love through mental health challenges… this conversation is going to hit different.Tune in on all podcast streaming platforms, including YouTube.Leave a 5-star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ if you found value in this episode or a previous episode!BOOK US FOR SPEAKING + BRAND DEALS:————————————Explore our diverse collaboration opportunities as the leading and fastest-growing Black men's mental health platform on social media. Let's create something dope for your brand/company.Take the first step by filling out the form on our website: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/speaking-brand-dealsSAFE HAVEN:————————————Safe Haven is a holistic healing platform built for Black men by Black men. In Safe Haven, you will be connected with a Black mental health professional, so you can finally heal from the things you find it difficult to talk about AND you will receive support from like-minded Black men that are all on their healing journey, so you don't have to heal alone.Join Safe Haven Now: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/safe-haven SUPPORT THE PLATFORM: ————————————Safe Haven: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/safe-havenMonthly Donation: https://buy.stripe.com/eVa5o0fhw1q3guYaEE Merchandise: https://shop.expressyourselfblackman.com FOLLOW US:————————————TikTok: @expressyourselfblackman (https://www.tiktok.com/@expressyourselfblackman) Instagram:Host: @expressyourselfblackman(https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfblackman)Guest: @rwenshaun (https://www.instagram.com/rwenshaun/)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ExpressYourselfBlackManFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/expressyourselfblackman

Send us Fan MailFor many families around the world, conversations around mental health happen quietly — or not at all. In this At the Podium episode, Broadway composer Zak Sandler reflects on growing up unaware that a bipolar condition ran through his family, and how shame and silence can sometimes delay understanding, healing, and acceptance. This conversation is not simply the discussion around mental health, but the reminder that many of us carry things we were never taught how to talk about openly. And when finally have those tough conversations, healing and reconciliation can happen. Listen. Reflect. Become.

If you want to listen to the full episode (XYBM 156) from this clip, search for the title: "Ep. 156: How to Heal When Your Mind Is Working Against You with Rwenshaun" — it was released on May 11, 2026.In XYBM 156, we sit down with Rwenshaun Miller, a therapist who has lived on both sides of the therapy couch. He breaks down the real face of bipolar disorder — far beyond the mood-swing myths — through the lens of his own diagnosis at 19, three su-c-de attempts spanning seven years, and a battle with alcohol that nearly cost him everything, all while graduating from UNC on an academic scholarship and walking onto a Division I football and track team.       This is a must-watch for anyone who has ever looked “high-functioning” on the outside while quietly struggling on the inside.       For the athletes, the overachievers, the men battling in silence, and the people trying to support someone they love through mental health challenges… this conversation is going to hit different.Tune in on all podcast streaming platforms, including YouTube.Leave a 5-star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ if you found value in this episode or a previous episode!BOOK US FOR SPEAKING + BRAND DEALS:————————————Explore our diverse collaboration opportunities as the leading and fastest-growing Black men's mental health platform on social media. Let's create something dope for your brand/company.Take the first step by filling out the form on our website: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/speaking-brand-dealsSAFE HAVEN:————————————Safe Haven is a holistic healing platform built for Black men by Black men. In Safe Haven, you will be connected with a Black mental health professional, so you can finally heal from the things you find it difficult to talk about AND you will receive support from like-minded Black men that are all on their healing journey, so you don't have to heal alone.Join Safe Haven Now: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/safe-haven SUPPORT THE PLATFORM: ————————————Safe Haven: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/safe-havenMonthly Donation: https://buy.stripe.com/eVa5o0fhw1q3guYaEE Merchandise: https://shop.expressyourselfblackman.com FOLLOW US:————————————TikTok: @expressyourselfblackman (https://www.tiktok.com/@expressyourselfblackman) Instagram:Host: @expressyourselfblackman(https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfblackman)Guest: @rwenshaun (https://www.instagram.com/rwenshaun/)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ExpressYourselfBlackManFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/expressyourselfblackman

It is a common misconception that anxiety is just part of the package when you live with bipolar disorder. While anxiety can certainly be a symptom of a mood episode, for many people, it is its own distinct, comorbid diagnosis. In this episode, Gabe Howard (who lives with bipolar and anxiety) and Dr. Nicole Washington get real about the overlap between bipolar disorder and anxiety. Dr. Nicole explains the clinical difference between being a "worrier" and having a pathology, while Gabe shares personal stories of suffering from – and overcoming – anxiety. Listeners Will Learn: How to tell if your anxiety is a symptom of mania/depression or its own disorder. Why anxiety ruminations feel like an endless scroll of negative thoughts. Dr. Nicole's genius (and socially acceptable) tactic for escaping an anxiety-inducing situation. How to avoid the suffering Olympics when it comes to bipolar and anxiety Whether you're dealing with anxiety related to emails from your boss or you're afraid to leave the house, we're sharing practical, real-world strategies to help you pull back instead of pushing through. Listen Now! "My best anxiety coping skill, unfortunately, still involves me having that initial momentary terror. But it sure beats the old skill where I panicked, freaked out, and yelled at everybody." ~Gabe Howard, Host Our host, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning podcast host, author, and sought-after suicide prevention and mental health speaker, but he wouldn't be any of those things today if he hadn't been committed to a psychiatric hospital in 2003.Gabe also hosts Healthline's Inside Mental Health podcast has appeared in numerous publications, including Bipolar magazine, WebMD, Newsweek, and the Stanford Online Medical Journal. He has appeared on all four major TV networks, ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX. Among his many awards, he is the recipient of Mental Health America's Norman Guitry Award, received two Webby Honoree acknowledgements, and received an official resolution from the Governor of Ohio naming him an “Everyday Hero.” Gabe wrote the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are available directly from the author with free swag included! To learn more about Gabe, or to book him for your next event, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. Our host, Dr. Nicole Washington, is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she attended Southern University and A&M College. After receiving her BS degree, she moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma to enroll in the Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a residency in psychiatry at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa. Since completing her residency training, Dr. Nicole has spent most of her career caring for and being an advocate for those who are not typically consumers of mental health services, namely underserved communities, those with severe mental health conditions, and high performing professionals. Through her private practice, podcast, speaking, and writing, she seeks to provide education to decrease the stigma associated with psychiatric conditions. Find out more at DrNicolePsych.com. Please LIKE, SHARE, & SUBSCRIBE! Sharing the show with the people you know is how we grow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Rosie Moss speaks with Donna Rice-Hannam, who found Widowed AF just five weeks after her husband Mark died suddenly in October 2024. What follows is a conversation full of heartbreak, fury, dark humour, and the kind of honesty that makes grief feel a little less lonely.Donna shares the story of meeting Mark through mutual friends, a “blind blind date,” and a pub-stairs snog that turned into a relationship built on safety, tenderness and fierce loyalty. After years of difficult relationships, mental health struggles and recovery, Donna found in Mark someone who didn't just love her, but actively protected her wellbeing.Together they survived the devastating late-pregnancy loss of their daughter, privately named Charlotte but publicly known as “Pebbles.” Donna talks candidly about stillbirth, trauma, and the way grief bonded them even more deeply together. She describes Mark's quiet acts of love, from packing the car and taking her to the sea during bipolar episodes, to proposing in Paris simply because “he just wanted to see you smile.”The conversation then turns to the terrifying weeks leading up to Mark's death: repeated hospital admissions, catastrophic internal bleeding, blood transfusions, discharge decisions Donna felt deeply uneasy about, and the growing horror of realising something was being missed. Donna recounts the final hours in devastating detail, from the ambulance ride and failed attempts to stabilise him, to watching doctors perform CPR while begging him to come back.Rosie and Donna also talk about what happens afterwards: the rage of unanswered questions, delayed inquests, poor bereavement care, losing friendships alongside your partner, and the dangerous pull of alcohol when grief feels physically unbearable. Throughout it all, Donna speaks openly about bipolar disorder, surviving early widowhood, and the conscious decision to protect her mental health because Mark fought so hard to protect it while he was alive.This episode covers:• Falling in love after difficult relationships and finding safety in another person• Bipolar disorder, recovery, and supportive partnership without losing independence• Stillbirth, grief after baby loss, and naming their daughter Charlotte (“Pebbles”)• The role of humour, routine and practical care in long-term love• Hospital trauma, internal bleeding, repeated discharge attempts and advocating for loved ones• The shock of sudden death and witnessing resuscitation efforts firsthand• Anger, delayed accountability and ongoing inquest proceedings• Friendship, community and the people who quietly keep you alive in early grief• Alcohol, counselling, medication and surviving the “messy middle” of widowhood• Why protecting your mental health can become an act of love for the person you lost#widowedaf #widowhood #griefpodcast #griefsupport #bipolardisorder #pregnancyloss #stillbirth #nhs #medicaltrauma #inquest

More stories from men with BPD today! Clark is here to share his story with Borderline Personality Disorder. He's experienced prison, getting sober, parenting, and is about to embark on a new therapy journey. Thank you Clark for sharing your story! Send us a text message to be anonymously read and responded to! Support the showYou can find Sara on Instagram @borderlinefromhell. You can also find the podcast on IG @boldbeautifulborderlineCorey Evans is the artist for the music featured. He can be found HERE Talon Abbott created the cover art. He. can be found HERE Leave us a voicemail about your thoughts or questions on the show at boldbeautifulborderline.comIf you like the show we would love if you could rate, subscribe and support us on Patreon. Patreon info here: https://www.patreon.com/boldbeautifulborderline?fan_landing=true Purchase Sara's Exploring Your Borderline Strengths Journal at https://www.amazon.com/Exploring-Your-Borderline-Strengths-Amundson/dp/B0C522Y7QT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=IGQBWJRE3CFX&keywords=exploring+your+borderline+strengths&qid=1685383771&sprefix=exploring+your+bor%2Caps%2C164&sr=8-1 For mental health supports:National Suicide Preve...

Sometimes you're in a room full of people you love — and all you can hear is the wind. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This episode is a solo one — no guest, no debate, no conversation across political or religious difference. Just Corey, a piece he wrote in the middle of some darkness, and the motorcycle he never really got off. "A Thousand Miles Away" is an essay about Bipolar disorder, about the particular loneliness of being a million miles from the world even when your body is present in it, and about the cultural and religious messages that told him to keep his mouth shut about all of it. It's also about what has helped — meditation, neuroplasticity, and the odd grace of still being on the road. The full essay is on Corey's Substack. If it lands for you — or for someone you love — he'd be glad to hear from you. Calls to Action ✅ If this conversation resonates, consider sharing it with someone who believes connection across difference still matters. ✅ If you or someone you know is struggling, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7. Call or text 988. ✅ Subscribe to Corey's Substack: coreysnathan.substack.com ✅ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen: ratethispodcast.com/goodfaithpolitics ✅ Subscribe to Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other on your favorite podcast platform. ✅ Watch the full conversation and subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@politicsandreligion Key Takeaways The aloneness isn't metaphor. Being a thousand miles away while your body moves through an ordinary day — brushing teeth, running meetings, cleaning the kitchen — is a specific, describable experience. Naming it matters. "What do you have to be depressed about?" is the wrong question. Suffering doesn't have an income threshold. The cultural reflex of tallying someone's blessings in response to their pain doesn't help. It silences. Religious communities can do real harm here. The diagnosis of "a sin issue, not a depression issue" is a failure of pastoral care with real consequences. Faith and mental health are not competing explanations. Practices matter. Meditation, neuroplasticity, building new neural pathways — these aren't cures, but they shift the ratio. More good seasons than bad is worth something. Shared memory runs deep. The weight of inherited trauma — pogroms, displacement, the unspoken cost of survival — shapes how families receive (or refuse to receive) a descendant's pain. That inheritance is real, even when it's used against you. Thanks to our Sponsors and Partners Thanks to Pew Research Center (pewresearch.org) for our ongoing partnership. Proud members of The Democracy Group Connect on Social Media Corey is @coreysnathan on all the socials… Substack LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Twitter Threads Bluesky TikTok Civic life starts with showing up. Sometimes that's enough — just staying on the road.

Happy BPD month ya'll! Each week I'm reviewing a DBT skill as a bonus episode and this week it's DBT Wise Mind. In Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), “wise mind” is the state where your emotional understanding and logical thinking work together.DBT describes three “states of mind”:Emotion mind: driven mainly by feelings, urges, or moodsExample: “I'm furious, so I'm quitting immediately.”Reasonable mind: driven mainly by logic, facts, and analysisExample: “Statistically, staying is safer financially.”Wise mind: the balanced middle ground that includes both emotion and reasonExample: “I'm genuinely unhappy here, but I don't need to make a decision tonight. I can plan a thoughtful next step.”Let's get into it! Send us a text message to be anonymously read and responded to! Support the showYou can find Sara on Instagram @borderlinefromhell. You can also find the podcast on IG @boldbeautifulborderlineCorey Evans is the artist for the music featured. He can be found HERE Talon Abbott created the cover art. He. can be found HERE Leave us a voicemail about your thoughts or questions on the show at boldbeautifulborderline.comIf you like the show we would love if you could rate, subscribe and support us on Patreon. Patreon info here: https://www.patreon.com/boldbeautifulborderline?fan_landing=true Purchase Sara's Exploring Your Borderline Strengths Journal at https://www.amazon.com/Exploring-Your-Borderline-Strengths-Amundson/dp/B0C522Y7QT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=IGQBWJRE3CFX&keywords=exploring+your+borderline+strengths&qid=1685383771&sprefix=exploring+your+bor%2Caps%2C164&sr=8-1 For mental health supports:National Suicide Preve...

(00:00-18:44) World Cup and some outrageous prices. Shakira, BTS, and Madonna performing. Mt. Rushmore of championships for Tim. Only eight countries have won the World Cup in history. Freddy Adu. Doug had a little sliver of cake yesterday. Blueberry compost. One bite and it's over. Mapping out a celebratory donut.(18:52-30:09) The Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD(30:19-42:54) Michael Wellington in-studio talking The Dotem and Birdies for Bipolar. But first we're gonna see what the dating app scene is like on The Champions Tour. The Goose is loose. Champions tour talk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-11:41) Cardinal broadcaster, Brad Thompson, joins the show from Sacramento. We lost Brad right in the middle of a scorching hot Cardinal take. We got Brad back. The loss last night and Oli Marmol's comments on giving one away. Matthew Liberatore's start. Lars Nootbar coming back and people fighting for playing time.(11:49-22:08) We are now inside of 24 hours until tee off at The Dotem. When we gave away a green jacket to Dogtown Ty for the FPCC. Talking to Wellington about his involvement with Birdies for Bipolar.(22:18-24:20) And the winner of the Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD is...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jump off the bandwagon, Doug!! The award winning After The Morning After DBA Audio Bake Sale. The power outage wreaked havoc on the phone lines. Tim's Chuck Knoblauch disease. The platinum sombrero. Waiting to hear from Dan Janson again. Balls in the air in just over 27 hours. A McGreevy/Dotem update. Jackson's excited for the remote broadcast tomorrow. Is a bear claw a donut or a pastry?Was Axl Rose possessive with Stephanie Seymour? How could anyone hate Tower Tee? Audio of Oli Marmol talking about last night being one of the first games they've given away. Some new TMA merch coming soon?A Sinatra theme has been requested. How 'bout just crooners in general? Whispering Jack Smith. Another Doggies victory. Team Hellcat has been activated. Caller Ellen on the lines and she wants to talk Doggies. Prod Joe's days of color commentary for The Athletica. Hope Solo. People want Crook and Blaze. Tater tots are our misunderstood friends. Getting back to our roots with some fry talk.This has a hint of Tiny Tim. Could be in a horror movie. Audio of Ozzie Smith talking about expectations for young guys like Jordan Walker and giving perspective on his strong start. Eric hates everything. Do they sell wine at Busch Stadium? Glory Holes.We'll get to the bottom of it with Brad Thompson. Will Vegas support a MLB team? Should we do a remote from Vegas? Who's your favorite Rockford Peach? Dan is on the phone lines. Ope, it's Dan Janson back at Glen Echo. Breaking down the course and pin placements. People don't seem to be enjoying the call. A Sad Off. We're big in Korea.A little Chairman of the Board for Martin. Busier than a one armed paper hanger. Jim Bowden's article in The Athletic talking about needing to avoid a lockout in MLB. The current financial situation. Will Mike Lee be at The Dotem?World Cup and some outrageous prices. Shakira, BTS, and Madonna performing. Mt. Rushmore of championships for Tim. Only eight countries have won the World Cup in history. Freddy Adu. Doug had a little sliver of cake yesterday. Blueberry compost. One bite and it's over. Mapping out a celebratory donut.The Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTDMichael Wellington in-studio talking The Dotem and Birdies for Bipolar. But first we're gonna see what the dating app scene is like on The Champions Tour. The Goose is loose. Champions tour talk.Cardinal broadcaster, Brad Thompson, joins the show from Sacramento. We lost Brad right in the middle of a scorching hot Cardinal take. We got Brad back. The loss last night and Oli Marmol's comments on giving one away. Matthew Liberatore's start. Lars Nootbar coming back and people fighting for playing time.We are now inside of 24 hours until tee off at The Dotem. When we gave away a green jacket to Dogtown Ty for the FPCC. Talking to Wellington about his involvement with Birdies for Bipolar.And the winner of the Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD is…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rory McGowan sits down with Katie Monach and Dr Nikhila Deshpande, a consultant psychiatrist, to talk about Katie's story with bipolar disorder, the different treatments out there and the importance of talking to experts if you have concerns around your own mental health. Dr Deshpande's expertise lies in a non-invasive therapy called TMS, which they talk about as well.

In XYBM 156, we sit down with Rwenshaun Miller, a therapist who has lived on both sides of the therapy couch. He breaks down the real face of bipolar disorder — far beyond the mood-swing myths — through the lens of his own diagnosis at 19, three su-c-de attempts spanning seven years, and a battle with alcohol that nearly cost him everything, all while graduating from UNC on an academic scholarship and walking onto a Division I football and track team.       This is a must-watch for anyone who has ever looked “high-functioning” on the outside while quietly struggling on the inside.       For the athletes, the overachievers, the men battling in silence, and the people trying to support someone they love through mental health challenges… this conversation is going to hit different.Tune in on all podcast streaming platforms, including YouTube.Leave a 5-star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ if you found value in this episode or a previous episode!BOOK US FOR SPEAKING + BRAND DEALS:————————————Explore our diverse collaboration opportunities as the leading and fastest-growing Black men's mental health platform on social media. Let's create something dope for your brand/company.Take the first step by filling out the form on our website: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/speaking-brand-dealsSAFE HAVEN:————————————Safe Haven is a holistic healing platform built for Black men by Black men. In Safe Haven, you will be connected with a Black mental health professional, so you can finally heal from the things you find it difficult to talk about AND you will receive support from like-minded Black men that are all on their healing journey, so you don't have to heal alone.Join Safe Haven Now: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/safe-haven SUPPORT THE PLATFORM: ————————————Safe Haven: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/safe-havenMonthly Donation: https://buy.stripe.com/eVa5o0fhw1q3guYaEE Merchandise: https://shop.expressyourselfblackman.com FOLLOW US:————————————TikTok: @expressyourselfblackman (https://www.tiktok.com/@expressyourselfblackman) Instagram:Host: @expressyourselfblackman(https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfblackman)Guest: @rwenshaun (https://www.instagram.com/rwenshaun/)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ExpressYourselfBlackManFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/expressyourselfblackman

In this episode Pastor Ryan and Corryn talk about the specifics of Bipolar Disorders and then give some practical help in how to care for others dealing with these disorders.

I was recently asked in a voicemail to host more cis men on the podcast and so here we go! Meet Charles as he talks his experience with BPD, treatment, suicide attempts, and working towards recovery. Charles thank you so much for your time and wisdom! Send us a text message to be anonymously read and responded to! Support the showYou can find Sara on Instagram @borderlinefromhell. You can also find the podcast on IG @boldbeautifulborderlineCorey Evans is the artist for the music featured. He can be found HERE Talon Abbott created the cover art. He. can be found HERE Leave us a voicemail about your thoughts or questions on the show at boldbeautifulborderline.comIf you like the show we would love if you could rate, subscribe and support us on Patreon. Patreon info here: https://www.patreon.com/boldbeautifulborderline?fan_landing=true Purchase Sara's Exploring Your Borderline Strengths Journal at https://www.amazon.com/Exploring-Your-Borderline-Strengths-Amundson/dp/B0C522Y7QT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=IGQBWJRE3CFX&keywords=exploring+your+borderline+strengths&qid=1685383771&sprefix=exploring+your+bor%2Caps%2C164&sr=8-1 For mental health supports:National Suicide Preve...

E! Entertainment*This Epiosde is for Educational Purposes Only. Please Consult with Your Physician to see if this Info/Method is Right for You & Your Health.Nationally acclaimed innovator, One of the nation's foremost experts, authors and speakers in the field of integrative medicine and psychiatry , Dr. Cass has helped countless individuals take charge of their mental and physical health. Known as “the non-drug psychiatrist,” she is recognized for helping individuals to withdraw from both psychiatric medication and substances of abuse using natural means, including hemp oil/CBD and other professional grade supplements.Dr. Cass appears often as a guest on podcasts, summits, radio, television and in national print media. She is also the author of a number of popular books including: Natural Highs, 8 Weeks to Vibrant Health, Supplement your Prescription: What Your Doctor Doesn't Know About Nutrition, The Addicted Brain and How to Break Free, and Your Amazing Itty Bitty Guide to Cannabis.A native of Toronto, she graduated from the University of Toronto School of Medicine, interned at Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center, and completed a psychiatric residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center/UCLA School of Medicine. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN), and of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine (ABIHM). Based in southern California, she has a limited virtual practice.A member of the Medical Advisory Board of the Health Sciences Institute and Taste for Life Magazine, she is also Associate Editor of Total Health Magazine, she has served on the boards of California Citizens for Health and the American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM). A native of Toronto, she graduated from the University of Toronto School of Medicine, interned at Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center, and completed a psychiatric residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center/UCLA. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN), and of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine (ABIHM).© 2026 Building Abundant Success!!2026 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon Music ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

Originally aired in 2015, in this “Best Of” episode the 27 year-old Colombian native shares about his recent hospitalization for Bipolar I psychosis. His girlfriend Rama (who was on the following week) sits in to share what it was like for her, trying to support him.Check out Haydn's music hereThis episode is sponsored Quince. Go to www.Quince.com/mental for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too.This episode is sponsored by Alma. Search their directory of over 20,000 therapists with different specialities, life experiences, and identities, and 99% of them take insurance. Go to www.HelloAlma.com/happyhourThis episode is sponsored by Timeline. Timeline's clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price . Mitopure now starts at $99, with the exact same science and formula and listeners can still get 20% off when they go to www.timeline.com/MENTALThis episode is sponsored by The Jordan Harbinger Show. Learn more about the world, improve your critical thinking skills and be entertained! Listen or subscribe here: jordanharbinger.com/subscribe Apple Podcasts: jordanharbinger.com/itunesSpotify: jordanharbinger.com/spotifyHere are the two episodes Paul recommended.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1280-cory-doctorow-why-everything-got-worse-and-what/id1344999619?i=1000747830030Andhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1238-ken-burns-what-if-the-american-revolution-isnt-over/id1344999619?i=1000736232557If you're interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG @ShapedFurniture or visit the website www.shapedfurniture.comWAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCASTSubscribe via Apple Podcasts (or whatever player you use). It costs nothing. It's extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2Spread the word via social media. It costs nothing.Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is www.Facebook.com/mentalpod and our Twitter and Instagram are both @Mentalpod Become a much-needed Patreon monthly-donor (with occasional rewards) for as little as $1/month at www.Patreon.com/mentalpod Become a one-time or monthly donor via PayPal at https://mentalpod.com/donateYou can also donate via Zelle (make payment to mentalpod@gmail.com) To donate via Venmo make payment to @Mentalpod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's Mental Health Awareness Month — and while we've covered emotional and mental wellbeing a lot on the podcast, we've never explored complex mental health disorders and how to navigate them. Our culture talks endlessly about therapy, but I don't see enough conversations about how to help those struggling with severe mental illness. Because it doesn't always look like venting to your therapist and unpacking childhood trauma. For many people, the issue isn't a lack of self-awareness or needing to dive deeper into their feelings. It's a lack of tools to manage what's happening in real time. So, whether you're struggling with a mental health condition, or this is impacting someone you care about, we're deepening our understanding of personality disorders like Narcissism and Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, and the tools that can help people who are really struggling. With the help of Dr. Suzanne Wallach, we explore how approaches like Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) can shift the focus from why you feel this way to what you do when you feel this way so you have concrete skills, like emotional regulation and distress tolerance — even when you're triggered. Dr. Wallach is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California with a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology and Doctorate in Psychology. She's a Dialectical Behaviour Therapy expert who works with personality disorders like Borderline, substance abuse and addiction, eating disorders, and complex trauma. She's been on podcasts like Call Her Daddy, and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to treating complex conditions with compassion and skills-based techniques. Tune in to learn: The truth about Narcissistic Personality Disorder and the trauma that leads to it Signs you might be dating a narcissist Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder How to be in relationship with people who have personality disorders The difference between Type 1 and Type 2 Bipolar Disorder When medication is needed, and the different modalities that can help How Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers real-world tools for people with mental disorders Why sequencing and developing distress tolerance in therapy matters more than most people realize When to do psychodynamic/psychoanalytic therapy VS behavioural techniques The difference between between DBT, CBT, and MCT If you've ever felt like talk therapy made you more self-aware but didn't actually change your destructive patterns or improve a mental disorder, this episode might help with a new approach. Wherever you are in your mental health journey, know that you are not alone, and there's life-changing help available. Connect with Dr. Suzanne Wallach:https://suzannewallach.com/  https://www.instagram.com/drsuzannewallach/  For advertising and sponsorship inquiries, please contact Frequency Podcast Network. Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie continues the mental health series with guest John Whitehead, Owner of Honest HomePerformance and Radon Solutions, and Co‑Owner of Honest Heating and Cooling Inc. John talks about his career in the trades and how a drive to learn and improve led to feelings of imposter syndrome and eventually an unhealthy obsession with education. He explains how this behavior affected his work, relationships, and overall well-being, including a lack of sleep and balance at home. John also opens up about being diagnosed with bipolar disorder and seeking help through a psychiatric program. Together, they discuss the importance of balance, recognizing warning signs, and being open about mental health in the trades. This episode continues the mental health series by focusing on challenges that can develop from within the trade itself. John joins Gary to share how his strong drive to learn led to imposter syndrome and an unhealthy focus on education. He explains how spending too much time studying began to affect his work, communication, and home life, leading to lack of sleep and strain in his relationships. John also talks about being diagnosed with bipolar disorder and the steps he took to get help, including time in a psychiatric program. The conversation highlights the importance of balance, self-awareness, and speaking up about mental health in the trades. Expect to Learn: How imposter syndrome can affect skilled technicians in the trades. How too much focus on learning can lead to stress and burnout. Why is a balance between work, learning, and personal life important? How lack of sleep and routine can impact mental and physical health. How seeking help and support can lead to better mental well-being. Episode Highlights:  [00:00] - Intro to John Whitehead in Part 1 [02:52] - John's background: Imposter syndrome hits [05:44] - Gary defines imposter syndrome (AI definition) [08:20] - The addiction: Too much studying, no sleep, or food [11:41] - Deeper diagnosis: Bipolar with mania [15:52] - Getting help: 10 days in a psychiatric hospital This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by: Cintas: https://www.cintas.com/hvacknowitall Cool Air Products: https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Factory Direct Filters: https://www.factorydirectfilters.com/ SupplyHouse: https://www.supplyhouse.com/tm Use promo code HKIA5 to get 5% off your first order at SupplyHouse! Follow the Guest John Whitehead on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-whitehead-17a341370/ Honest Heating and Cooling Inc - Website: https://www.honestheatingac.com/ Honest HomePerformance and Radon Solutions - Website: https://www.honesthomeperformance.com/ Follow the Host: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-mccreadie-38217a77/ Website: https://www.hvacknowitall.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/HVAC-Know-It-All-2/61569643061429/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvacknowitall1/

SO DO I - Bipolar without shame - Professor Pakesta Washington | Mark MI WordsIn this episode, I sit down with Professor Pakesta Washington, a nurse educator and powerful mental‑health advocate who lives with bipolar disorder. Our conversation moves through her childhood, her diagnosis, and the extraordinary determination that carried her into nursing and academia. She speaks openly about medication, stigma, cultural silence, and the reality of living between manic highs and crushing lows. What unfolds is an honest, moving story of resilience, purpose, and the strength that comes from owning your truth.Professor Washington refuses stigma and responds to anyone sharing their bipolar diagnosis with a proud, unwavering “So do I.”You can connect with Professor Washington @

Are you no longer experiencing pleasure or joy in day-to-day life? If you are living with bipolar disorder, you know the crushing weight of the “nothingness” — that specific, hollow moment where the things that used to define happiness suddenly feel like chores. This may not be a bad mood or a lack of discipline; it could be a clinical symptom known as anhedonia.In this episode, Gabe Howard (who lives with bipolar disorder) and Dr. Nicole Washington (a board certified psychiatrist) peel back the layers of this often-misunderstood symptom. Together, they share that losing your spark isn't a character flaw, but a biological hurdle that you can overcome.  Listener takeaways: Learn exactly what anhedonia is — and is not. Learn how anhedonia can appear in dysphoric or agitated mania. Learn to distinguish between clinical loss of joy and simply “outgrowing” things. Learn how to define — and understand — “normal.” If you've ever felt like a “bad” or “lazy” person because you couldn't find the joy in life, this episode is the reality check you need. Learn why “gray is OK” and how to start the climb back to contentment. Listen now! "A lot of people don't recognize that boredom and contentment and blah is not depression. It's not anhedonia. It's not joy or happiness, but it is stability." ~Gabe Howard, Host Our host, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning podcast host, author, and sought-after suicide prevention and mental health speaker, but he wouldn't be any of those things today if he hadn't been committed to a psychiatric hospital in 2003.Gabe also hosts Healthline's Inside Mental Health podcast has appeared in numerous publications, including Bipolar magazine, WebMD, Newsweek, and the Stanford Online Medical Journal. He has appeared on all four major TV networks, ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX. Among his many awards, he is the recipient of Mental Health America's Norman Guitry Award, received two Webby Honoree acknowledgements, and received an official resolution from the Governor of Ohio naming him an “Everyday Hero.” Gabe wrote the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are available directly from the author with free swag included! To learn more about Gabe, or to book him for your next event, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. Our host, Dr. Nicole Washington, is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she attended Southern University and A&M College. After receiving her BS degree, she moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma to enroll in the Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a residency in psychiatry at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa. Since completing her residency training, Dr. Nicole has spent most of her career caring for and being an advocate for those who are not typically consumers of mental health services, namely underserved communities, those with severe mental health conditions, and high performing professionals. Through her private practice, podcast, speaking, and writing, she seeks to provide education to decrease the stigma associated with psychiatric conditions. Find out more at DrNicolePsych.com. Please, Share the Show! (Tell a Friend!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailIn this powerful installment of Diary of an Overcomer, we sit down with author Daniel Marin to discuss his journey through the shadows of mental illness and the light he found on the other side. Daniel opens up about his personal battles with bipolar disorder, a journey he describes as moving from "the throne of a living hell" to a life of freedom and purpose.Daniel's story is a raw, honest look at the "invisible chains" of depression and paranoia, and how faith and resilience helped him break them. Whether you are struggling with a diagnosis yourself or supporting a loved one, this episode offers a profound message: you are not alone, and you can overcome."Bipolar the Good Life: Breaking the Chains of Depression and Mental Illness" In his book, Daniel Marin details his experience wandering the streets of the city in search of hope and how he finally found the path to stability and peace. It is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the reality of mental health through a lens of victory.Order on Amazon: Bipolar the Good Life by Daniel MarinMental Health Resources & SupportIf you or someone you know is struggling with bipolar disorder or mental health challenges, please reach out to these organizations for confidential support:DBSA (Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance): Provides hope, help, and support for people living with mood disorders.Website: dbsalliance.orgPhone: (312) 642-0049988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Available 24/7 for anyone in the U.S. experiencing mental health-related distress.Call or Text: 988Chat: 988lifeline.orgCrisis Text Line: Free, 24/7 support from trained crisis counselors.Text: "HOME" to 741741NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness): Offers education and support groups across the country.HelpLine: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)Website: nami.orgConnect with Shepherd's Gate: Follow us for more stories of hope and transformation as we document the lives of those who have moved from bondage to breakthrough.

To have Dr. Morse answer a question, visit: https://drmorses.tv/ask/ All of Dr. Morse's and his son's websites under one roof: https://handcrafted.health/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/handcrafted.health 00:00:00 - Intro - Health Information 00:08:00 - Sports - Fitness 00:09:47 - Swallowing - Throat Issues 00:32:35 - Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) 00:50:24 - ADHD - Bipolar 01:03:30 - Acne - Eczema - Inflammation 01:22:35 - Hirsutism 01:30:25 - Poor Digestion - Eczema - Erythema Nodosum (EN) - Hypothyroidism - Suspicious Mole 00:08:00 - Sports - Fitness Can a man my age compete in sports at a high level? 00:09:47 - Swallowing - Throat Issues Does just eating fruit mainly, cause swallowing/throat issues?  00:32:35 - Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Dr. Morse discussing Rheumatoid Arthritis. 00:50:24 - ADHD - Bipolar I feel my kidneys and adrenals are suffering since I go to toilet four times a night. 01:03:30 - Acne - Eczema - Inflammation What other problems do you see in my eyes? 01:22:35 - Hirsutism I'm feeling incredibly tired and worn out with the amount of hair I have on my body as a young woman. 01:30:25 - Poor Digestion - Eczema - Erythema Nodosum (EN) - Hypothyroidism - Suspicious Mole My naturopath advised against juicing and raw foods.

In this deeply honest and powerful conversation, Shaley sits down with mental health advocate, author, and peer mentor Mel to share her lived experience with bipolar disorder. Mel opens up about her early struggles, being misdiagnosed, and what it was like to experience severe depression, mania, and psychosis. She shares the reality of a nine-month depressive psychotic episode, the impact of medication, and the complexity of navigating bipolar disorder alongside physical illness, trauma, and motherhood. This episode also explores topics that are often misunderstood or left unspoken — including hypersexuality, eating disorders, stigma within families, and the challenges of accepting a lifelong diagnosis. Mel's story is raw, real, and ultimately hopeful — a reminder that stability, purpose, and connection are possible. In this episode, we talk about: Early signs of mental health struggles in childhood Depression, misdiagnosis, and SSRI-induced psychosis What manic and psychotic episodes actually feel like A 9-month depressive psychotic episode Eating disorders and bipolar disorder Hypersexuality and shame Medication, stigma, and acceptance Pregnancy, postpartum mental health, and bipolar Writing a memoir and healing through storytelling  KEY MOMENTS: (00:32:15) SSRI-triggered depressive psychosis begins (00:35:40) Feeling like people are imposters / losing reality (00:38:10) Nine-month isolation and disconnection (00:44:55) Shift from depression into mania (00:47:20) Grand delusions (believing she could become a doctor instantly) (00:50:30) Hallucinations and suicidal psychosis About Mel: Melissa Pang Howard is the author of the memoir Mental(ish) A Memior of Insanity and the Search for Stability. A blogger for the International Bipolar Foundation and a frequent panelist for the Reddit Bipolar AMA, she focuses on navigating Bipolar 1, c-PTSD, and the path from surviving to thriving. Through her writing and advocacy, Melissa explores the intersections of trauma, identity, and resilience to support others on their journey toward stability. Purchase Mel's Memoir here: Mental(ish): A Memoir of Insanity and the Search for Stability Connect with Mel: Instagram: @mindful_movement_for_mania Connect with Shaley: www.thisisbipolar.com Instagram: @this.is.bipolar Do you have a Bipolar Peer Support Group? Shaley private Instagram subscriber group is a safe, supportive space for people living with bipolar disorder. It's a place to be seen, heard, and understood — where you can share openly, connect with others who truly get it, and find support on both the hard days and the good ones. Members also have access to monthly Zoom meetups for deeper connection and conversation. How to join: Go to @this.is.bipolar on Instagram and tap “Subscribe” to access the private chat and community.      

Natasha Pierre spent years carrying a secret that shaped every room she walked into: the fear of being found out. Under the ambition and the “I've got this” energy lived survivor's guilt, PTSD, panic, depression, disordered eating, and a bipolar diagnosis she didn't feel safe naming out loud. The most powerful part of her story isn't just what she survived, it's how she learned to stop letting shame run the show.We start with her childhood where she learned ownership early by helping run a tourist shop and chasing big dreams. She shares about school life, feeling unlikeable, getting teased, being sick often, and later discovering old journal entries that revealed how early depression had really begun. We also talk about why adults should treat kids' behavior as information, not attitude, and how curiosity and support can change a life.She shares about mental health treatment and self-advocacy. Natasha breaks down what hypomania can feel like, why sleep is a non-negotiable, how “medication roulette” works in real life, and why symptoms can overlap with ADHD and autism. She also shares what shifted when she finally told the truth publicly, and how her books connect to reclaiming happiness and using imposter syndrome as a signal for growth.Subscribe for more honest conversations about mental health, trauma recovery, and living well with a diagnosis, and if this resonated, share it with someone who needs it and leave a review. What's one “clue” about your mental health you understand differently now?Send us Fan Mail Support the showAdditionally, you can now also watch the full video version of your favourite episode here on YouTube. Please subscribe, like or drop a comment letting us know your thoughts on the episode and if you'd like more stories going forward!If you would like to offer any feedback on our show or get in touch with us, you can also contact us on the following platforms:Website: www.multispective.orgEmail: info@multispective.org Instagram: www.instagram.com/multispectivepodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/multispectiveorgReddit: www.reddit.com/r/multispectiveSupport the show: https://www.patreon.com/multispectiveProducer & Host: Jennica SadhwaniEditing: Stephan MenzelMarketing: Lucas PhiriFatty15 promotes healthy metabolism, balanced immunity, and heart health. 2 out of 3 customers report near-term benefits, including calmer mood, deeper sleep or less snacking, within 6 weeks. 20% off on purchases link and code: ...

Send us Fan MailRobyn Dobbins is a returning (and is unofficially the most mentioned) guest on our show! Check out her first appearances on episode 469 and 578 of Boundless Body Radio! We also interviewed her AWESOME husband, Matt, on episode 638 of our show!Robyn Dobbins is an amazing friend of mine, who has recovered from many serious health conditions, including OCD, obesity, depression, Hashimoto's, and bipolar disorder.As the owner of Harbinger of Health LLC, she supports others on their unique metabolic healing journeys, emphasizing the importance of community and connection for lasting change. She is certified by the Nutrition Network and trained in Ketogenic Diets for Mental Health by Dr. Georgia Ede.In addition, she is the host of Ketobiography, an amazing podcast dedicated to sharing stories of hope and healing through metabolic therapy. Robyn is a member of the Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners and was the recipient of the 2024 Fresh Start Award given out by the non-profit Metabolic Mind!She has also become staff at Metabolic Collective, a not-for-profit organization that is building a grassroots, healing-centered community infrastructure that empowers people to adopt metabolic therapies, sustain recovery, and turn personal transformation into collective impact.Robyn and her family are featured in the new documentary The Cholesterol Code, available on Amazon, and has been featured in discussion panels and Q&A's across the country!Find Robyn at-https://www.harbingerofhealthllc.com/FB- @Robyn R. DobbinsTW- @robynrdobbinsIG- @robynrdobbinsFind the KetoBiography Podcast at-YT- @The KetoBiography PodcastIG- @keto_biographyFB- @Keto BiographyFind Boundless Body at-myboundlessbody.comBook a session with us here! 

"Do I have to take these meds forever?" It's the most common question psychiatrists hear, but the answer is rarely a simple yes or no. In this episode, hosts Gabe Howard (living with bipolar) and Dr. Nicole Washington (board-certified psychiatrist) dive into the risks, the realities, and the honest conversations most doctors avoid when it comes to stopping bipolar medication. They break down why "cold turkey" is a recipe for disaster and explain the equally dangerous "hot turkey" otherwise known as restarting a full medication cocktail after a long break. Gabe shares his own journey of switching doctors to find a specialist in titration, illustrating the difference between "Mercedes Benz care" and trying to navigate a "hoopty" ride on your own. Dr. Nicole explains the science of brain receptors, the logistical hurdles of compounding pharmacies, and why the medical community is often resistant to "deprescribing." Listeners Will Learn: ·  Instead of "stopping" try reframing the conversation as "decreasing reliance" ·  Why lowering your medication slowly gives you better results ·  Finding a psych doctor who understands "deprescribing" may take time ·  A successful, safe medication adjustment can take a year or more—it is a marathon, not a sprint  Whether you're struggling with side effects like brain fog and sexual dysfunction or you simply want to feel more in control, this episode offers a roadmap for having an honest, data-driven conversation with your treatment team. Learn why "decreasing reliance" on medication is often a more successful goal than quitting entirely, and how to treat bumps in the road as data points rather than failures. "Most people think stopping meds is like flipping a light switch—on Monday you're on them, and on Tuesday you're not. But in reality, it's a slow, medical taper. It's more accurate to describe this as 'decreasing our reliance' rather than just quitting, so we can actually see what the data tells us." ~Gabe Howard, Host Our host, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning podcast host, author, and sought-after suicide prevention and mental health speaker, but he wouldn't be any of those things today if he hadn't been committed to a psychiatric hospital in 2003.Gabe also hosts Healthline's Inside Mental Health podcast has appeared in numerous publications, including Bipolar magazine, WebMD, Newsweek, and the Stanford Online Medical Journal. He has appeared on all four major TV networks, ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX. Among his many awards, he is the recipient of Mental Health America's Norman Guitry Award, received two Webby Honoree acknowledgements, and received an official resolution from the Governor of Ohio naming him an “Everyday Hero.” Gabe wrote the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are available directly from the author with free swag included! To learn more about Gabe, or to book him for your next event, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. Our host, Dr. Nicole Washington, is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she attended Southern University and A&M College. After receiving her BS degree, she moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma to enroll in the Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a residency in psychiatry at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa. Since completing her residency training, Dr. Nicole has spent most of her career caring for and being an advocate for those who are not typically consumers of mental health services, namely underserved communities, those with severe mental health conditions, and high performing professionals. Through her private practice, podcast, speaking, and writing, she seeks to provide education to decrease the stigma associated with psychiatric conditions. Find out more at DrNicolePsych.com. Tell a Friend: Sharing the show with the people we know is how our podcast will grow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the qualities that make you successful are the ones keeping you from getting the help you need? In this episode, I talk with General Gregg Martin, a retired U.S. Army two-star general, about what it's like to lead at the highest levels while living with bipolar disorder. Greg shares how the same energy, drive, and creativity that propelled his career were also symptoms of a condition that went undiagnosed for decades. We also dive into the cost of high performance, why success can mask serious mental health struggles, and how bipolar disorder often shows up in ways people don't recognize. Tune in to better understand the complexity of mental health in high performance, work, and leadership. Check out our sponsors: Shopify - Sign up for a $1 per month trial, just go to shopify.com/anxiousachiever Notion - Notion is an AI powered, connected workspace for teams. Try custom agents now at notion.com/achiever In this Episode, You Will Learn 00:00 What does leadership mean to you? 06:30 How gratitude shifts your mindset in high-stress environments. 09:00 Why bipolar traits can be rewarded in leadership roles. 12:30 How the bipolar spectrum shows up over time. 16:30 How structure and routine can stabilize mental health. 19:30 How pressure and responsibility can intensify mental health struggles. 23:00 Why high achievers often go undiagnosed. 26:00 What it feels like to experience rapid emotional shifts in a single day. 30:00 Why success can hide serious internal struggle. 34:00 How performance can stay high even during mental health decline. 41:30 Why mental health diagnoses are often missed. 43:30 How loved ones can help identify what you can't see in yourself. 46:30 Why do leaders struggle to speak up about mental health? 50:30 Why your mental health challenges don't define your potential. Resources + Links Learn more about Gregg Martin HERE! Get a copy of my book - The Anxious Achiever Watch the podcast on YouTube  Find more resources on our website morraam.com Follow Follow me: on LinkedIn @morraaronsmele + Instagram @morraam

Untreated Bipolar II keeps pulling you under, but disclosing it could cost you the military pension you've bled for. Welcome to Feedback Friday!And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! If you want us to answer your question, register your feedback, or tell your story on one of our upcoming weekly Feedback Friday episodes, drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com. Now let's dive in!Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1306On This Week's Feedback Friday:You're a military servicemember just years from retirement, recently diagnosed with Bipolar II — and your depressive episodes have brought you dangerously close to the edge. But disclosing your diagnosis could torpedo your pension and career. How do you stay alive without blowing up the only stability you've ever built?Over 20 years ago, your partner cheated, then slapped you with a restraining order that's kept you from your son ever since — and a physical disability has made fighting back in court nearly impossible. Now your kid's an adult, and you're wondering: is there finally a path back to him?You left a decorated police career after losing a close friend, pivoted to IT — and then overheard your girlfriend tell a friend she'd find a "more successful" man if you couldn't bankroll her lifestyle. Now you're thriving professionally but frozen when it comes to approaching women. What's really behind the fear that you'll never be enough?Recommendation of the Week: Using AI to manage healthcare admin. Gabe shares how he used AI to navigate the overwhelming logistics of his mom's health crisis — coordinating appointments, summarizing test results, and organizing notes for doctors — and makes the case that it's a gamechanger for anyone wading through a complicated medical situation.A Gen Z listener pushes back on Jordan and Gabe's earlier advice about a Millennial worker who refused to check email on weekends — arguing that "boundaries" reflect shifting generational values, not a "loser mentality." But does reframing entitlement as self-care actually hold up under scrutiny?Have any questions, comments, or stories you'd like to share with us? Drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com!Connect with Jordan on Twitter at @JordanHarbinger and Instagram at @jordanharbinger.Connect with Gabriel on Twitter at @GabeMizrahi and Instagram @gabrielmizrahi.And if you're still game to support us, please leave a review here — even one sentence helps! Sign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course!Subscribe to our once-a-week Wee Bit Wiser newsletter today and start filling your Wednesdays with wisdom!Do you even Reddit, bro? Join us at r/JordanHarbinger!This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors: Quince: Free shipping & 365-day returns: quince.com/jordanChime: Open an account in two minutes: chime.com/jhsWayfair: Start renovating: wayfair.comMint Mobile: Shop plans at mintmobile.com/jhsConspirituality: Listen here or wherever you find fine podcasts!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is a classic session of Where Should We Begin? Bipolar, infidelity, open relationship: they're stuck in a world of loaded words. Her friends are convinced she should leave, but she doesn't want to follow in her mother's footsteps. Producer's Note: When our anonymous guests do a session with Esther for the podcast, it is an act of generosity for everyone who listens. These sessions are meant not only to support the people in the room with Esther, but all of us who learn from their stories. Our stories have many chapters, and what you hear is just one moment in someone's journey. So even though the sessions are anonymous, please remember that real people are behind them and they may be reading your comments. Also, please join me on Entre Nous, my new home on Substack for anyone who wants to live, love, and work with more connection and imagination. I invite you to sign up and become a free or paid member at estherperel.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices