Grit Stories Live Podcast: Recent Episodes

University of California, San Francisco

UCSF's GritX Team invites guests to share their ideas and stories on Grit Stories Live. A podcast about overcoming challenges, developing wellness, experiencing life growth and discovering your best self.

This podcast and all content contained herein is for educational purposes only. Podcasts are not therapy, nor is it a substitute for therapy. Please consult with a licensed mental health provider regarding your mental health and ongoing wellness or call 800-273-8255 if you are in crisis.

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The team discusses the differences in personality types, focusing on introversion and extraversion.  

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Hallie Bateman, illustrator for GritX, shares her creative process and life experiences. 

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Dr. Kim Norman, UCSF Distinguished Chair of Adolescent and Young Adult Health and Founder of the Young Adult and Family Center, talks about the changing landscape of mental healthcare and evolution of therapies, medications, and telehealth over his 40+ year career.    

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GritX Youth Advisor K Kilroy shares their journey in discovering their best self through authenticity.

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The team expands on how to set boundaries effectively with friends, family, coworkers, and others in your life.

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How boundaries can improve your relationships and when to set them. 

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The team tries Clubhouse for the first time and discusses the impact of social isolation and managing fears around reopening.

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The team breaks down what you can expect from therapy, why it's awesome, and why so many of us are afraid to go.

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GritX Youth Advisors Sarah and Grace talk about the impact of the pandemic on young adult transitions, relationships, and mental health.

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The team interviews Psychologist and Podcaster Dr. Stephanie J Wong about what we can all do to Stop AAPI Hate

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Youth Advocate Jocelyn Gama talks about healing from trauma.

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A nuanced view of the passtime by video game developer and mental health professional, Autumn Starfall. 

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Dustin, US Marine Corps Veteran and Psychologist, breaks the taboo of talking about suicide and high rates among veterans. The team talks about how any person can become suicidal and ways to get help.

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Grit is passion and perseverance, but can it sometimes lead to toxic positivity? The team discusses the complexity. 

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Prior to joining our team, Dr. Shannon Dodani joined Erica Odukoya in a conversation about white supremacy and the underpinnings of the Black Lives Matter protests of 2020.

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The team talks with our founder about making meaning when dealing with losses during COVID times

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The team shares authentic responses to events at the Capital on Jan 6th, and talks self care in times of crises.

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Youth Mental Health Advocate Christine Frey talks with us about her lived experience with psychosis and making the shift from mental illness to brain expansion with her platform and community "Brain XP"

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Meet your cohosts and experience Grit Stories Live, a podcast elevating young voices and their stories of courage and resilience. Expert guests bring their perspective on navigating mental health challenges.