Not Good: Recent Episodes
Molly Jameson
Has anyone ever asked you how you are on a bad day, but you still respond with "good"? In a world that struggles with transparency, Molly Jameson, LCSW aims to discuss "not good" topics in a way that is relatable and engaging, normalizing life's vulnerabilities with other mental health professionals and people just like you.
After 31 episodes and 2200 downloads across 38 states and 20 countries, Molly wraps up season 1 of Not Good with the help of her husband, Garrett, who helps her reflect on the ups and downs of podcasting.
Molly shares about her favorite episodes (and one she regrets airing), her most impactful guests, and the many learning curves and pleasant surprises of podcast hosting that she didn't expect. Molly also shares plans for the future of Not Good.
To all who listened to season 1, THANK YOU. For you to invest in something that was once an idea in my head means more than I could ever explain.
Mental health content will continue to be shared on Instagram @notgoodpodcast. To contact Molly, feel free to DM her there anytime. And of course, the podcast will live on and remain across all platforms - so keep sharing archived episodes!
You can also catch Molly as a featured guest on upcoming episodes of The Rocky Road Podcast and Faith On The Journey.
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Trigger warning: discussion of eating disorders/treatment.
On today's episode, Caitie Crosby joins the podcast to discuss her nearly lifelong battle with anxiety and eating disorders. Caitie is a Project Manager, Photographer and animal enthusiast from New England. Diagnosed with anxiety at a very young age, which ultimately contributed to a long battle with eating disorders, Caitie sought treatment in 2016. In recovery, she now seeks to use her experience to educate others on the complexities of eating disorders and their comorbidity with other mental illnesses. When not working, you're most likely to find her somewhere in a field on her horse, with her dog in tow.
If you or someone you love is struggling with an eating disorder and needs help and support, please check out the National Eating Disorders Association and call/text their hotline at 800-931-2237 (please see website for hotline hours as it is not 24/7).
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Trigger warning: discussion of school violence/shootings.
This week, Molly fulfills an episode request with a solo episode including insight from past and present teachers as to why the field has become increasingly difficult in recent years, diminishing the mental health of those in it. She discusses why this is happening, including issues such as an uptick in disengaged students, defensive parents, a push in regulations and standards, low pay, and violence in the school setting. Molly also provides resources teachers can utilize to connect with others in the field and practice self-care.
AMAZON GIFT CARD GIVEAWAY FOR TEACHERS
1. Follow the podcast on Instagram @notgoodpodcast
2. Like the giveaway post on Thursday 4/20
3. Tag a teacher in the comments
Stay tuned for a random drawing for the winner on Friday 4/21!
Winner will be emailed a $50 gift card.
The Support Groups That Should Be On Every Teacher's Radar - Alyson Krueger, Empowered
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Social media has its perks. Through it, we can reconnect, keep in touch, and even meet new friends. The downfall? Behind the mask of a keyboard, we can be whoever we want to be - and so the new friends you meet might not be who they say they are.
This was the case for our two guests today and another 170,000 people who followed a prominent figure in the TikTok healthcare community to get information during the peak of COVID. But when his facade began to unfold, thousands realized they'd been lied to - and that's on a macro-level. Our guests today share just how far this person's manipulation and control could go, impacting their lives individually in ways that will shock you.
Today's guests, Meredith and Stephanie, share their stories of making friends with a fraud, the hurt that transpired, and the healing they've encountered since.
If you or someone you know is being bullied on the Internet, please make a report at IC3.gov.
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Damian White is a writer from Columbus, OH. He is the author of the poetry book, I Made A Place For You, which is his debut collection. After battling two bouts with homelessness, he channeled those experiences into poetry as a way to heal a fractured identity. When not writing, he can be found exploring art galleries, playing tug-of-war with his pups, traveling, and finding the best coffee in every city.
On today's episode, Damian shares his story with Molly and the Not Good audience all while preaching the power of vulnerability, transparency, spirituality, and honesty with ourselves, all of which got him through his hardest times.
You can order Damian's poetry collection, I Made A Place For You, here.
Damian's links:
Website: damianwhitewrites.com
Instagram: @damiankwhite
Facebook: Damian White
LinkedIn: Damian White
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Trigger warning: grief/loss, suicide loss.This week, Molly has a new very special guest: you. Join her as she discusses her own experiences with grief and loss, what the stages of grief look like, and how we can find hope in times of mourning. At the end, as the guest, Molly asks you questions for reflection to answer as you process your own grief.
For helpful resources on grief & loss, visit Good Grief.
If you feel led, please make a memorial donation in memory of Luke Osterhaus through the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention here.
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Trigger warning: brief mention of suicidal thoughts
Jocelyn J. Jones is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur. She received her bachelor’s
degree from the University of Iowa in journalism. After receiving her B.A., Jocelyn accepted a position at channel 20, WYCC. She eventually left the television industry to work as the Violence Prevention Manager at the ARK of St. Sabina, a youth center on Chicago's south side.and was eventually promoted to be Executive Director of the agency. Jocelyn earned her master’s degree from the University of Chicago in social work. After accepting her call to ministry, she completed her master’s degree in theological studies from McCormick Theological Seminary. Jocelyn is an ordained minister and the founder of Faith on the Journey Counseling. She is the author of the book, Breaking the Power of the Mask, and a training facilitator with the Trauma Healing Institute.
Today, Molly has the honor of talking to Jocelyn about the work she is doing in training churches to become trauma-informed, and why this is so important in healing them from the inside out.
Jocelyn's Links:Book:Breaking the Power of the Mask (also takes you to her personal website)
Podcast: Faith on the Journey: Conversations with Jocelyn
Christian Counseling: Faith On The Journey
Trauma Healing Institute Model/Registration
*FREE GIFT* : Trauma Resource Guide for Becoming a Trauma Healing Church
Social links:
Instagram: @jocelynjjones
Twitter: @jocelynjjones
Facebook: Connect With Jocelyn
YouTube: Faith On The Journey
LinkedIn: Jocelyn J. Jones
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Trigger warning: depression, suicidal thoughts/attempts.
This week's guest is Pastor Michael Scholtes, who is a pastor in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. He has also lived with clinical depression for most of his life. He writes and talks about the strange intersection of mental illness and faith, and has found that being open and transparent has been healing for him and for others. Scholtes lives in the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania with his wife and two children.
In today's episode, Pastor Michael reflects on his own experiences with depression, sharing them with his congregations, and battling "the dark voice" on the resilient journey of maintaining faith in God through difficult times.
You can hear more about Pastor Michael's story by reading his book, Darkwater: A Pastor's Memoir of Depression and Faith. You can also subscribe to his newsletter, Biblia Luna, on his website.
Social links:
Facebook: Darkwater Author
Twitter: @DarkwaterAuthor
Mentioned in this episode:
When Narcissism Comes to Church by Chuck DeGroat
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Molly kicks off the 3-part series, "When Church Is Not Good," with her good friend Jaclyn Looper. They discuss why millennials especially are leaving the church, their own experiences with spiritual hurt, and what spiritual trauma is. The two then explore their own healing journeys and talk about what forgiveness looks like.
Originally a Philly girl now living in sunny South Carolina, Jaclyn loves to write and talk about all things God, Bible, & Church. She is also a chemical engineer & coffee enthusiast. You can find her blog here at In Light of Grace (follow her on Instagram as well @inlightofgrace).
Mentioned in this episode:
Podcast - The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill; Bonus Episode: Healing and Resurrection After Spiritual Trauma
Rachel Held Evans quote - Searching for Sunday: Loving, Leaving, and Finding the Church (Molly's favorite book of 2022)
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Trigger warning: brief mention of suicide loss.
This week, Molly brings back her husband Garrett to discuss the importance of friendships and community both before and after marriage. The couple talks about traits they deem important in solid friendships, what it looks like to integrate them in marriage, and the significance of finding community as a couple for accountability and support. Through reminiscing on memories as well as a recent trip to South Carolina, Molly and Garrett highlight what sets apart the friendships that stand out to them most. Molly cries.
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Today's guest, Eric Wooten is a dynamic speaker, author and relationship expert. He uses his 15 years of experience as a pastor and licensed professional counselor to help singles develop healthy dating relationships and couples build strong, thriving marriages. Eric combines his transformative, yet easy to digest frameworks and quick wit to help couples of all ages and backgrounds enjoy the journey towards fulfilling relationships that go the distance.
He produces weekly content on his Youtube channel, Relationshots, and guides singles and couples through coaching, counseling, classes and weekend retreats. Eric has been married to his wife, Jill, for 28 years and they have 3 adult daughters.
Today, Eric sits down with Molly to discuss all things relationships and marriage: why they fail, how to better them, and why the advice we're getting today isn't helpful or effective.
Eric's Links:
Website: Altared Marriage
YouTube: RelationShots
Instagram: @eric_wooten_ // @altaredmarriage
Facebook: Altared Marriage
Book: The Magnetic Marriage: 8 Characteristics of Irresistible Marriages
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Molly takes this episode solo to celebrate Singles Awareness Day! After reading listener entries of bad date and break-up stories as well as advice single people are sick of hearing, Molly breaks down what singleness currently looks like in the United States - and why. She also addresses the frustration of singleness in the church. The episode wraps up with Molly sharing a bit of her own experiences with singleness - and why you shouldn't approach it like she did.
Single people have gotten enough unsolicited advice, so the goal of this episode is to offer personal insight as well as some validation. For some extra resources, keep an eye out on the Instagram page this week.
For those who are in committed relationships or married, may this episode be a guide of what to stop saying to your single friends.
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Amanda is back! If you tuned in to the very first episode of this podcast, you heard Molly and one of her best friends (who is also a licensed social worker) talk about therapy. Today, she's back as promised to discuss attachment styles: what they are, how they present themselves, and how they impact our relationships. Don't know yours? Check out this conversation to learn about secure, avoidant, anxious, and disorganized attachment (hint: the girls behind the mic have different ones).
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Attached. by Amir Levine and Rachel Heller (attachment in romantic relationships)
Platonic by Marisa G. Franco, PhD (attachment in friendships)
"The Trait That 'Super Friends' Have in Common" by Marisa G. Franco
Welcome to Group Therapy Podcast
*Correction: in the outro, I accidentally said "Boundaries" would be linked in the show notes instead of "Attached." This is an entirely different book, although a good one. Feel free to check it out here. And bonus points if you caught that, because it means you actually listen to my outros. Muah!
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This week, the "Living With" series wraps up as Molly teams with her friend Bailey Nascimento to talk about their experiences being diagnosed with anxiety and how it manifested from childhood to adulthood. They also share helpful tools they utilize regularly to cope with anxious times.
Bailey is an event planner in the New England area, and while she doesn't have a professional degree in the mental health field, she's learned a great deal from experiencing it personally (which Molly believes makes her even more of an expert).
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Amanda Calabro is a 3rd-grade teacher and author of Saplings: Snapshots of a Season Never Meant to last, a book of poetry about life's fleeting seasons. In 2010, Amanda was diagnosed with OCD and spent the past 12 years with a front-row seat to how the disease manifests, evolves, and impacts relationships with others and with self. When not working or writing, Amanda can usually be found reading a thriller, watching a comedy, spending time with friends and family, or outside kayaking, hiking, or camping. Oh, and she was Molly's roommate during their sophomore year of college.
During this episode, Amanda openly shares her experiences living and coping with OCD as it has manifested over the years, as well as breaking down some of the incorrect beliefs we have about it (no, just because you're neat does not mean you have OCD).
You can read Amanda's thoughts in writing at evenstill.blog and order her poetry collection here, Saplings: Snapshots of a Season Never Meant to Last. Follow her on Instagram @authoramandacalabro.
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Trigger warning: depression, mention of suicide cause.Guest Susan Johnson shares her story of being diagnosed and living with bipolar disorder. After sharing the struggles she has and continues to overcome, she reflects on how she continues to thrive despite battling a mental illness: faith, support, and help from trusted professionals.
Susan has written a memoir, "Some Dreams Are Worth Keeping: A Memoir of My Bipolar Journey," and was featured as a TEDx speaker: "Having a Mental Illness is Not A Death Sentence."
Susan was awarded the Best Blogger Award by Healthline.com in 2017.
Susan's links:
Website: sjohnsonauthor.com
Facebook: facebook.com/sjohnsonbooks
Instagram: @sjohnsonbooks
Mentioned in today's episode:
NAMI (National Association for Mental Illness)
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Trigger warning: discussions of suicidal ideation/attempts.
Matthew Dickson biked across Canada - and proceeded to live with schizophrenia for 27 years before recovering from it. Matthew breaks stigma as he shares his personal experience living with the disease through early- to mid-adulthood, as well as the tools that helped him heal. Matthew also shares about his website, MindAid, which combines the resources of 10 different nonprofits that are using low-cost, proven effective, and scalable mental healthcare models for those in developing countries. This website is the first of its kind, as it simplifies multiple different tabs into just one, making these crucial sources more accessible to those in need of help.
Please check out MindAid to learn more or donate, where you can also find the links to follow all of Matthew's social media pages. All the books mentioned in this episode can be found here.
You can contact Matthew at info@mindaid.ca or pickmatthewsbrain.com.
Mentioned in this episode:
TEDTalk: Vikram Patel's "Why Don't We Care?"
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Trigger warning: substance use/addiction, recovery.
Molly is joined by Nick Javas, who started running long-term structured living homes for those in addiction recovery in 2008. Inspired by his own recovery journey, Nick now aims to coach those in pursuit of sober living as well as offer support to employees in recovery homes facing burnout. His unique framework focuses on the key focus he feels most programs are lacking: empowerment. In this episode, Nick discusses the complacency those in recovery tend to feel, why individuality in treatment is so crucial to overcoming it, and shares examples of recovery homes that are going against the grain of what is considered typical - and working.
Nick's website: https://www.nickjavas.co/
Nick's book: Facing Recovery From Addiction
Nick's podcast: Empowered Recovery
Mentioned in the episode: Beneath the Shade
If you or a loved one is struggling with substance addiction and needs immediate help, call Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) 24/7 hotline at 1-800-662-4357.
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Trigger warning: mentions of alcohol use.
Kelly Swanson is an award-winning storyteller who makes you laugh and inspires you with her one-woman show (and book), Who Hijacked My Fairy Tale. Her delightful podcast is about Prides Hollow and the characters who are on a quest to be brave - and who teach you how to find, craft, and tell stories that influence based on her book The Story Formula, and upcoming course The Persuasion Principle. Today, Kelly tells Molly and listeners a story about choosing bravery - in sequins palazzo pants.
Kelly's links:
Website: motivationalspeakerkellyswanson.com
Live show: whohijackedmyfairytale.com
Podcast: Prides Hollow
Books: Who Hijacked My Fairy Tale? and The Story Formula
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Trigger warning: grief/loss, trauma.
Molly asked the Not Good audience what the most difficult part of the holiday season is, and the people spoke. Holiday stress boils down to three main areas, which Molly coins the 3 F's: family, finances, and feelings.
Molly shares holiday traditions sent in by listeners, followed by some validation of the three F's and how we can make this season a little bit easier on ourselves and each other.
Happy Holidays <3
The background audio of this episode is "O Tannenbaum" by Dan Lerch.
This episode quoted "Finding the Light of Christmas," a sermon by Michael Scholtes. You can hear it in its entirety here.
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Trigger warning: discussions about alcohol and weight loss.
Molly sits down with guest Dai Manuel to talk about all things vulnerability - in particular, why it's especially difficult for men - and how embracing it changed his life.
Dai Manuel is a super dad, dating his wife, with a lead-by-example way of living. He’s a contagious personality who is on a mission to positively impact one million role models around the globe to lead a FUN-ctionally healthy life through education, encouragement, and community.
He is an award-winning digital thought leader and author, Distinguished Toastmaster, TEDx speaker & edutaining keynote speaker, former partner and Chief Operating Officer of a multi-million dollar retail company, and a sought-after lifestyle mentor executive performance coach.
Dai knows the struggle of the juggle and keeping his health and happiness a priority. He models his work based on the 5 F’s: Fitness, Family, Faith, and Finances with an overarching roof of FUN, built on a rock-solid foundation of Health. Nuggets of wisdom and inspiration to take action to be your best self are guaranteed when you connect with Dai!
Dai's Links:
Website: daimanuel.com
You can find Dai on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Pinterest & Tiktok @daimanuel.
Listen to Dai's TED Talk: "Why Vulnerability is a Human Thing."
Check out Dai's book: Dai Manuel's Whole Life Fitness Manifesto: 30 Minutes a Day for a Healthier Body, Mind, and Spirit
Mentioned in This Episode:
- Toastmasters International: build public speaking, communication, & leadership skills
- Article: What's Behind the Rise of Lonely, Single Men by Greg Matos, PsyD
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Trigger warning: Narcissistic abuse, psychopathic/sociopathic behavior.
Molly chats with David Szczecinski; pseudonym Milan (BSW, AMHSW, DCH, CERT IV T&A), Accredited Mental Health Practitioner, Trainer, Coach & Presenter about his work in helping clients develop and maintain healthy relationships, as well as his experience working with narcissists, psychopaths, and sociopaths.
David served in the Health Department as a mental health clinician and still completes at least 50 hours of professional development every year to maintain his professional registration. David was instrumental in developing the Self Awareness Method® of coaching excellence. David's cross-cultural experience with critical incidents, anxiety, stress, grief, family dynamics, marriage, professional relationships and private coaching has allowed him to develop an effective array of approaches; some of which are unique to Milan. David is committed to helping people with knowledge and practical strategies.
David's links:
Websites: MyMilan.com.au and On The Set Therapist
Facebook: MyMilan
LinkedIn: Your Milan
David's book, "The Secret Life of Kevin," is predicted to be released around May 2023.
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This week's guest is Dr. Hollie Sturgeon, who is an Orlando-based clinical pharmacist and author with over a decade of helping patients & colleagues overcome symptoms of burnout. She uses a combination of self-discovery and the science of play to guide people from burnout to baseline & beyond - one quest at a time. When she's not working or mentoring newly-minted pharmacists, you will most likely find her at the lake with her two dogs. In this episode, she and Molly discuss all things burnout, from why it happens to how it can manifest in us based on our unique personalities and generational demographics.
Hollie's links:
Website: burnoutdrhollie.com
Instagram: @burnoutdrhollie
Facebook: Burnout Dr. Hollie
YouTube: @burnoutdrhollie
You can also contact Dr. Hollie via email at hollie@burnoutdrhollie.com.
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Trigger warning: suicidal ideation, depression.
Kevin Palmieri is the CFO, Founder & Co-Host of Next Level University, a Global Top 100 Self-Improvement Podcast with more than 1,000 episodes and 600K+ listens in over 125 countries. In his mid-20's, Kevin looked like he had it all - but even with a beautiful girlfriend, high-paying job, and sports car, he found himself on the edge of a bed debating suicide. He overcame his anxiety and depression to live the life he'd always dreamed of. Today, Kevin has built his podcast into a six-figure business, and has given hundreds of speeches, trainings and coaching calls with people all over the world. He believes in a heart-driven but NO BS approach to holistic self improvement, and is passionate about teaching people about what it really takes to get to the next level. In today's episode, he and Molly discuss the risks it takes to chase dreams, overcoming barriers, and the importance of having consistency, confidence, and clarity.
Kevin's website: Next Level Universe
Kevin's podcast: Next Level University
Instagram: @neverquitkid
Email: kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
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Trigger warning: depression, suicide loss, racism/discrimination.
Dr. Nghi Dang was born in Vietnam but grew up in Southern California. After his family moved to the states, he shared the same struggles as many other immigrants with adjusting to a new norm and dealing with bullying, discrimination, and constantly having to self-validate while fighting off depression. Having been in practice for over 10 years as a Family Physician, he realized that his struggles are shared by many of his patients. As the pandemic progressed, he saw more and more visits related to mental health in the clinic for both adults and children. He was motivated to do something to help educate children and start a dialogue between parents and children about mental health, and figured the best way to do so was through storytelling.
Check out Dr. Dang's short story series, The Adventures of Max and Friends.
Mentioned in episode: Dr. Angela Lee Duckworth's concept of "grit" (TEDTalk).
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Josie is a mental health expert. She had depression, anxiety, alcoholism, and an eating disorder in her teens and 20’s. After years of struggling with traditional therapy, even becoming a licensed therapist and working at The Betty Ford Center, she was unable to solve any of her mental health issues. Thankfully, she found the missing piece that led her to fully heal from all her mental health disorders. Josie is passionate about helping others with mental health disorders heal and create fulfilling lives.
She is thankful for the gift of her past mental health issues and lives in gratitude.
On today’s podcast, she is excited to share the missing piece to the Not Good audience.
Check out Josie's website, The Hashimoto's Fix, or contact her directly at josie.n.warren@gmail.com.
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Trigger warning: narcissistic abuse.
This week's guest is Shannon Petrovich, licensed clinical social worker/substance abuse counselor and Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work. She received her Bachelor's degree from Bowdoin College and MSW from the University of Connecticut. Today she is a therapist, author, and YouTube creator who shares insights and resources regarding toxic relationships.
Shannon's book, Out of the FOG, Into the CLEAR: Journaling to Help You Heal from Toxic Relationships has attained Amazon bestseller status in Self Help for Abuse, Codependency, and Personal Transformation.
On her YouTube channel, Therapist Talks, she shares insights, information, perspectives, and strategies on a wide range of relationship and mental health topics.
You can also find Shannon on her website, No Foggy Days, and on several social media networks such as Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
If you are concerned that you or someone you know is in a toxic or abusive relationship, please seek help and resources through the Domestic Violence Support Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.
**If you or a loved one is in need of immediate psychiatric assistance, please call the 24/7 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.
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Trigger warning: childbirth, birth trauma, postpartum depression/anxiety/OCD, infant loss, suicidal ideation.
Brittany Grenier, LPC opens up about the traumatic experience giving birth to her son, as well as her ensuing battle with postpartum obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Brittany shares what got her through this difficult time and offers words of support for new moms struggling to cope in the transition motherhood brings.
Brittany's podcast: Peace with Pain
- Episode mentioned in show: "Why didn't you tell me how much it sucks?"
Brittany's Instagram: @peacewithpainpodcast
If you or a loved one is in need of immediate psychiatric assistance, please call the 24/7 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.Episode Sources:
https://www.webmd.com/depression/postpartum-depression/news/20220317/postpartum-depression-rates-have-tripled-for-new-moms-during-pandemic
https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/postpartum-depression/what-is-postpartum-depression
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Molly is joined by Garrett Jameson, her husband of almost two years. The two answer the typical questions received by newlyweds, open up about their challenges in the first year of marriage, and share tools they utilize regularly to maintain healthy communication and conflict resolution in their relationship.
If you or a loved one is in need of immediate psychiatric assistance, please call the 24/7 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.
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Molly chats with Sean McCarthy, co-host of This Isn't Working podcast, to discuss how American work culture is impacting our mental health and what some companies are doing to fix it, as well as how to practice healthy boundaries and self-care throughout the work week.
If you or someone you love is in need of immediate psychiatric help, please call the 24-hour Suicide & Crisis Hotline at 988.
Listen to This Isn't Working wherever you get your podcasts, and follow on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube @notworkingpod.
Source Material:
https://stats.oecd.org/index.aspx?DataSetCode=ANHRS
https://20somethingfinance.com/american-hours-worked-productivity-vacation/
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/effects-of-working-too-much/#:~:text=There%20are%20plenty%20of%20other,host%20of%20other%20health%20problems.
https://www.npr.org/2022/07/06/1109316972/more-companies-are-trying-out-the-4-day-workweek-but-it-might-not-be-for-everyon
https://www.cnbc.com/2022/04/01/thousands-of-employees-are-testing-a-4-day-workweek-starting-today.html
https://adaa.org/workplace-stress-anxiety-disorders-survey
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In the first episode of Not Good, Molly talks with her best friend Amanda, who is also a therapist, to discuss what effective therapy should look like - and why it's okay to go. After sharing perspectives from the chairs of both clinician and client, the two offer resources that will ideally make mental health services more appealing, accessible, and affordable for listeners.
If you or someone you love is in need of immediate psychiatric help, please call the 24-hour Suicide & Crisis Hotline at 988.
Affordable Care Act Info: https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/health-insurancePsychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us
Ayana Therapy: https://www.ayanatherapy.com/
BetterHelp Online Therapy: https://www.betterhelp.com/
Source Material:
Robison, Bryan, PhD (2021, Feb 4). 47% of Americans Believe Seeking Therapy Is A Sign of Weakness. Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/sites/bryanrobinson/2021/02/04/47-of-americans-believe-seeking-therapy-is-a-sign-of-weakness/?sh=5338cef04413
Terlizzi, Emily P. & Zablotsky, Benjamin (2020, September). Mental Health Treatment Among Adults: United States, 2019. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/products/databriefs/db380.htm
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NEW MENTAL HEALTH PODCAST COMING THIS FALL: Has anyone ever asked you how you are on a bad day, but you still respond with "good"? In a world that struggles with transparency, Molly Jameson, LCSW aims to discuss "not good" topics in a way that is relatable and engaging, normalizing life's vulnerabilities with other mental health professionals and people just like you.
I hope you're good, but I'll be here if you're not.