Podcasts about optimistically depressed

The wonderful Sean McMullen returns to Optimistically Depressed to talk about his excursions as Saltwater Sean, the thrills of discovering what lies under the sea, and how the exposure to cold water benefits him physically and mentally as it requires him to listen more closely to his body and mind. Have a listen and be sure to check out his YouTube and Instagram accounts under Saltwater Sean! https://www.youtube.com/c/SaltwaterSean https://www.instagram.com/saltwater_sean/

After a much needed break, I’m feeling mostly refreshed and ready to get back to all of you and share what’s been on my mind for the past six months. It isn’t a surprise that it’s been rough, but it’s brought me to some realizations that were learned through tough lessons and many tears. Thanks for waiting so lovingly for me and I am thrilled to finally continue our journey together.

The glorious Lindsay Umlah joins Optimistically Depressed for a second time! I saw a post she made on Instagram about being enough and it struck me. There are many areas we need to work through when it comes to feeling like we measure up and believe me, I've been working on them. The first one I wanted to tackle was being enough as myself, with my personality and my opinion. I've made great progress in that area and I've been dedicating a lot of focus to it. But another area that haunts me is my body image. I know I'm not alone here. We each have our unique struggles with it. I have identified as being thin - very thin. And it was something I don't recall thinking much about growing up because I was a scrawny kid. But now I'm older and my body has some more miles on it. My body has changed. My eating habits change with the season, especially with emotional seasons. Let me tell you, over the past couple years, I have been through some dark emotional seasons, and I find comfort in food. As a result, my body has changed and I have felt so much shame about it. Lindsay and I talk through these things along with some other good stuff. If you need a reminder of why you are enough and that you aren't alone in feeling like you aren't, this talk is for you.

Inspiration graces us in many forms and in this case, it comes in the form of my friend Verity. I am thrilled to have her back on Optimistically Depressed. As a professional hypnotherapist, she has shared with me several helpful insights for managing my thoughts. This time Verity returns to talk about anxiety, being properly aware of danger and the mindset needed to climb mountains. Among her many talents, Verity is quite the mountaineer and will be climbing to the Everest base camp this May! Tune in to listen to how that came about and how she is preparing herself for the feat.

This week I chat with my good friend Ruth McMullen about her struggles starting her podcast ‘Optimistically Depressed' and we try to brainstorm how to get her some sponsors. Follow her on socials @optimisticallydepressed and check her podcast out wherever you get your podcasts.

We all know that getting outside helps with mental health, so why don’t we do it more? Perhaps we need some inspiration! Brett Hartlin joins Optimistically Depressed to talk about the benefits of getting outside and helps reignite the desire to be a part of nature.

Sean comes back to Optimistically Depressed to talk about making big changes in his exercise habits and saying no more often. We also discuss the frustrations associated with trying to be meaningful in a world full of noise and facing the fear of being meaningless.

Lindsay Umlah, co-host of the popular podcast Momgasm, joins Optimistically Depressed for a juicy episode on her rebellious attitude coupled with her experience being born with a congenital heart defect and her mental health. She is a firm believer that we are all meant to shine and have the beautiful lives that we long for. Only good comes from recognizing that we aren’t meant to fit in, but we are in fact born to stand out.

It's our very first episode!!! Find out what exactly Bowl of questions is all about and meet our host, Chelsea Rose from Rose on the Coast. We've got two great guests to start us off, Ruth Hailstone the creator of the podcast Optimistically Depressed and one the host's best friends, Robin Vargas. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On today's episode, Ryan (@iamryanwilliams) is joined by the wonderful Ruth McMullen (@ruthhailstone). Ruth is a podcast host herself and has been hosting Optimistically Depressed (@optimisticallydepressed) for almost a year! Ryan and Ruth (with the help of Marc the Producer) talk about how she made her way to Halifax from small town Ontario and all the fascinating things in between. They also chat about love languages and what it means to be in a healthy relationship. Tune in now!

Marc Boudreau joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss the holidays and work. I spill my guts on being worn out by trying to keep a certain image and why I generally hate my birthday. Plus I have some exciting news about the future of the show. I hope you listen in!

This episode I sat down with creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, Ruth McMullen. Ruth shares with us her experience with mental illness, toxic relationships and overcoming adversity. We chat about checking in with yourself, exploring uncertainties and feeling secure in life. We dig deep into self-worth and loving yourself, first. The SHE + ME podcast is a weekly lifestyle podcast on health, relationships, career, and self-development. We celebrate impressive women - their journey, their lives, and their work - sharing raw experiences that are experienced by women everywhere, today.

Optimistically Depressed is a platform where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame.

Ever see a person with lots on the go and wonder how their mind works? Look no further! Lee Fraser gives us an inside peak at how he gets sh*t done. Frankly, while it highly motivated me, it also intimidated me to the point of paralyzed awe. This guy just keeps cranking it out. Lee is the founder of Live Life InTents, a unique adventure tourism company aimed at providing a turn-key adventure experience completely tailored to what you want to do - when you want to do it. Have a listen to the highly intelligent and super sweet Lee Fraser and then get your butt in gear. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Ok everyone, so I did a live show. It was awesome. I don’t know if everyone in the room enjoyed it as much as I did, but I’m going to assume that’s the case. This is the most open I have gotten about my life on the podcast so far. In the past, I have usually glazed over what I share in this episode because I’ve been afraid, but this is a part of my story so it’s time I claim it. I’m slowly working on accepting more of my life and being who I am. Which brings me to the next piece I want to share: I swear in this episode. This may not be a huge deal to many of you, but it is for me. I go into my reasoning for it in the intro so I’ll let you listen to that and come to your own conclusions. This is scary for me, but I’m ready to step in more to who I am right now. Life is uncomfortable, convictions vary, and we just need to be here for each other. I hope you enjoy. Ruth

Ever feel like you’re on the edge of realizing something or figuring something out but you just don’t have all the pieces yet? Then you have that one conversation that just fits it so nicely together and you walk away with this resonating “aha!” feeling. Everything makes a little more sense. It makes enough sense, anyway, that you can rest easy for a bit and gain the strength needed to make the next push into trying to further sort out how you want to function in the world. Welcome to this episode. Kristin Vokes sits down with Optimistically Depressed to dive right into the questions of how to view your life and keep moving. Enjoy the refreshment, everyone. And Happy Halloween. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Artist Holly Carr sat down with Optimistically Depressed to discuss what it really means to put yourself out there and how she developed resilience in the risks she took. Holly has gained national acclaim for her unique style of silk painting. She has participated in numerous group and solo shows and continues to exhibit nationally. She has designed for theatre productions and large scale public installations. Her most ambitious installation to date is a larger than life environment created out of painted silk, “Light in the Forest” for Acadia University Art Gallery. Her work has been widely used in advertising and illustration, including her first children’s book “What is Pink”. She presently is working on three new books and in recent years, she has branched out to performance art, where she paints large works live on stage. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Ever wonder what it's like to be scared and keep going? Amanda Marie spoke with Optimistically Depressed to discuss developments in her life over the past year including moving to a new province and ending a long-term relationship.

So you hear someone has anxiety or depression. What pops into your head? Someone who's down a lot or really tense? Those may be some of the symptoms, but it is way more complex than that. Since each of us are unique individuals, we feel depression and anxiety in unique ways. That's why it's important to talk about what it actually feels like; it can help each of us empathize with what is actually happening and it can help others of us identify similarities in ourselves and maybe discover that some of those feelings we have aren't something we should just be "powering through." Maybe they are something that should be addressed and repaired. Imagine that! Julya talks about what her depression and anxiety actually feels like and adds her own twist on how she views it in order to take charge and effectively live with it. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Hypnotherapy? I don't believe in hypnotherapy! *bark* *bark* *bark* Just kidding! But seriously, how many of us raise an eyebrow when we hear of someone going to a session of hypnotherapy? We automatically think back to that time in high school when the hypnotist visited and made people cluck when they heard a bell ring. But that actually isn't what hypnotherapy is about, and Verity is going to tell you why. So sit back, relax and watch the pocket watch swing back and forth while we bust some of those misconceptions wide open. Verity qualified in 2017 from the Clifton Practice of Hypnotherapy with a Diploma in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy. She then ran a Hypnotherapy practice in the Hampshire prior to moving to Halifax, Nova Scotia in July 2018. Prior to becoming a Hypnotherapist, she was a Detective within Hampshire Constabulary, latterly working on Serious and Organized Crime and alongside the Major Investigation Team. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Ruth started podcasting after her husband surprised her by building a studio in their basement and suggested she just get started. What followed was a journey of understanding through conversation with people she'd never have met without the podcast medium. Ruth has established herself as a thoughtful curator of new perspectives on life and her ability to make people around her feel calm and comfortable offers a forum for open discussion. Ruth McMullen is the founder and host Optimistically Depressed. Ruth is deeply passionate about creating space for and bringing the internal journey into the light so we can all feel a little less alone. We talked about: How a chance trip to New York inspired her to get started. Getting going with no experience and learning on the fly. How the world is full of infinite stories waiting to be shared. Listen and subscribe to Ruth here: https://optimisticallydepressed.com https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/optimistically-depressed/ https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed For more info on Podstarter find us here: https://www.podstarter.io https://www.instagram.com/podstarter.io/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/14837831/ https://www.facebook.com/podstarter https://twitter.com/PodstarterI

Episode 50! Micaela joins Optimistically Depressed to talk about some of her darker thoughts and express how it's ok to talk about them and experience your emotions. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Chelsea Rose joins Optimistically Depressed again to give us an update on how she’s doing and tells us about how it went when she told her parents she’s depressed and pansexual. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Amy Lai joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss her encounter with anxiety, the difference between good anxiety and bad anxiety, and taking responsibility for the life you want to have. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Mike returns to Optimistically Depressed to talk about the mental toll that working in a stressful field takes on you as well as the little known facts of what a correctional officer faces in day to day life on the job. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Harry joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss his journey with emotions. We peer into his experience with letting them in after a lifetime of shutting them out due to sensory overload and the need to take care of his family. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Kirsten joins Optimistically Depressed again to discuss her progress over the months since her last episode as well as the link between physical and mental health and the effects of PTSD from unhealthy relationships. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Marc Boudreau of Brand New View Podcast joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss the last decade of his life and how he got to where he is. We also spoke about how we both get anxiety sweat, flipping burgers and even managed to get a Just Friends reference in. Need I say more? Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Jessica Wypper joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss the nature of her life-changing chronic illnesses and how she manages them and combats their effect on her mental health. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Sid and Emma join Optimistically Depressed to talk about their relationship, marriage, changes of lifestyle, separation, and how they remained loving friends through it all. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Tracey Hackett joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss the loss of her mother and how she chose to let it change her life for the better. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Thomas Taggart joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss the process of adjusting medication for depression and how it affects day to day life while pursuing more meaning in our existence. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Emma Jane Morris joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss trauma and how it affects us at different stages in our lives. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

On this week’s episode we’re joined by Ruth McMullen. Ruth is originally from Ontario but now calls Halifax her home. Ruth is the founder and host of the podcast Optimistically Depressed where she has on guests to discuss mental health, hurt, life philosophies and everything in between. Ruth is also one of the founders of Halifax Social Network which aims to bring creative people and communities together to foster positive growth and impactful relationships. Listen in as we talk all things life, family, mental health, and finding yourself through it all!

Diana Jean Lewis joins Optimistically Depressed to talk about taking control of your life and leaning into discomfort. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

New Brunswick photographer Brock Jorgensen joins Optimistically Depressed to speak about anxiety, depression and overcoming life's obstacles. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Harry De Rose joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss events in his life which led him to conclude he needed to make changes in his outlook and behaviour. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Michael joins Optimistically Depressed for round two and discusses the importance of pushing through hard days but also balancing those with the dangers of acting like you're ok when you aren't. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Natalie Parsons joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss past traumatic events and how she found spirituality for healing. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Raina Kahn joins Optimistically Depressed for round two where we discuss rough childhoods, the effects of depression on relationships and much more. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Ruth and Sean discuss the past week and a half after receiving heartbreaking news. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Ryan McMullen joins Optimistically Depressed to talk about his experiences with social anxiety back in high school, the importance of family, motivating himself and what mental health looks like to him. Special guest introduction to the episode from Ruth's husband Sean as she is away this week in Ontario. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Dr. Nikole MacLellan, ND joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss burnout and its chemical and physical effects. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Joel Muise joined Optimistically Depressed to talk about anxiety and depression and effective ways to deal with each. Joel founded Tranquility Online, where their mission is to help those who are living with anxiety get access to adequate help in a way that is: Affordable, Timely, Stigma-free, Personal and Accessible. Check them out at https://www.tranquility.app/ Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Nadia LaCroix joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss acupuncture and how it is connected to the mind and body. She also discusses her brush with death and how she made it through the mental hurdles of dealing with it. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Michael Williston joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss happiness, drugs, toxic masculinity and religion.

Robin Vargas joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss divorce and self-confidence and we both share some of our childhoods and their similarities. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Kirsten Aitken joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss drug abuse, depression, anxiety and suicide. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Graeme Gillis joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss some of his family relationships and his experience with anxiety. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Mo joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss the importance of respect, his experiences with different cultures, and being on his own. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Tyler Simmonds joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss his battle with depression and rising up through social constructs to achieve his dreams. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Emma returns to Optimistically Depressed to talk about her personal experience with anorexia and also share the medical side of the eating disorder. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Kate Shaw joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss the glorification of alcohol and how easily we can slip into its dangers. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Optimistically Depressed gets to talk to Grace MacMillan about Borderline Personality Disorder, depression and the stuff Optimistically Depressed is up to. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

TeeJohny of Quirky and/or Queer joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss journalling, do some joking and explore other coping mechanisms for depression and anxiety. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Emma Bonang joins Optimistically Depressed to talk about her experience with losing a sibling and grieving at a young age. She also talks about the importance of being kind because, after all, we don't know the battles someone else is facing. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Fawn discusses the questions she has regarding parenthood with Optimistically Depressed and shares her struggles with self-identity while growing up. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Raina Khan joins Optimistically Depressed and shares her eventful childhood along with the events leading up to the realization that her mental health wasn't where it needed to be. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Emily Baltzer talks to Optimistically Depressed about her journey with mental health, abuse and how yoga has helped her process her experiences. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Spencer and Optimistically Depressed talk about self-loathing, men's fashion, and inaccurate views of ourselves. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Angeline Francis joins Optimistically Depressed to talk about the dynamics of relationships in many of their forms. We cover our relationship with grief and grieving people, our relationship with our children and ourselves, and healthy and unhealthy relationships with spouses. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

The lovely and amazing Ruth McMullen of the Optimistically Depressed podcast joins InTalksicated this week! We talk about her background/childhood, her struggles with depression and how that began, her strong relationship with her husband, postpartum depression, the impact of medication and how she deals with depression on a day to day basis. SUBSCRIBE to OPTIMISTICALLY DEPRESSED Follow Optimistically Depressed Follow Ruth McMullen Don't miss an episode! Make sure you subscribe to InTalksicated Podcast on Apple Podcasts! Make sure to also subscribe to InTalksicated Reviews on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcasting ap! Like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram & Twitter! Support us on PATREON! Subscribe on Twitch and YouTube! You can also email us at intalksicatedpodcast@gmail.com Check out our website http://www.intalksicatedpodcast.com

Mike Mousseau is back on Optimistically Depressed! Mike dives into the discussion of losing loved ones and dealing with grief. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Our tenth episode features Halifax photographer Sean McMullen. He talks about depression, anxiety, social judgement and the need for grace. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

This week we welcome back Ruth McMullen to tell us all about her new podcast, Optimistically Depressed. From inspiring fellow depressed people, to her biggest fears, breaking down stigma, how & why she started, what her goals are, family support and the role CTN helped play in bring Optimistically Depressed to life, Ruth sits with Terrence to spill all the tea!

Akshay and Optimistically Depressed talk about achieving bliss, happiness and managing your thoughts. He even gave me a little therapy session! Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

In our eighth episode, Chelsea joins us to talk about vomit, depression, suicide, "being strong" and handling our emotions. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

In our seventh episode, Spencer McIver talks about his experiences with military school, depression, his self-deprecating humour and how all those mix together. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

In this episode, Jennifer Barry talks about her experiences growing up with a mother diagnosed with brain cancer, self-harm, and finding the amusing aspects of life. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Emma Jane joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss depression, anxiety, self-harm, elective mutism and much more. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Zoey McMullen joins Optimistically Depressed to give her advice on anxiety and to talk about depression from the point of view of an eight-year-old. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Alexa Goodman joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss the ocean and reducing single-use plastics, body image, and loving yourself. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

Rachael and Emily talk about Rachael's first encounter with depression, her near death experience and the ebbs and flows of mental health. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.

In Optimistically Depressed's first podcast, Mike Mousseau speaks about depression, abuse, shame and forgiveness in raw honesty. It was a privilege to talk with him and hear some of his story. Please be advised, this is sensitive subject matter, so maybe don't listen to it with your kids in the car. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame. Ruth is an advocate for mental health and has openly shared her journey with depression.