Skeletons in the Closet: Recent Episodes
Christi Richter & Samantha Ruwe
Welcome to Skeletons in The Closet, a podcast where we normalize talking about mental health and have a lot of fun while doing it 🧠✨
We’re all familiar with the Sunday Scaries, but what can we really do about them? Let’s discuss. Today we’re referencing the following articles:
https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2020/02/sunday-scaries-anxiety-workweek/606289/
‘https://www.themuse.com/advice/5-ways-to-shut-your-sunday-scaries-down-for-good
Today were deep diving into coping with breakups, and our 10 commandments on how to do it as painlessly as possible.
Today we’re referencing this silly little article:
https://www.webmd.com/depression/depression-after-breakup#:~:text=It%20triggers%20the%20release%20of,re%20having%20a%20heart%20attack.
Time can change me, but I can’t change time! What is one to do when your whole life changes? Join us today as we kick off 2022 and talk about some pretty crazy life changes we’ve been going through recently.
This episode references the following article:
https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/what-to-know-about-how-to-deal-with-change
You know what they say, gratitude is the attitude, baby. Today were talking about gratitude, what were grateful for, and all of the benefits of being mindful about the things you have. Today we reference this article from Psychology Today:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/what-mentally-strong-people-dont-do/201504/7-scientifically-proven-benefits-gratitude
Do you have a five year plan? Do you have expectations for yourself? Are they unrealistic? Unrealistic expectations can have negative impacts on your mental health, let's discuss!
We will be referencing the following articles:
https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/unrealistic-expectations
https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/unrealistic-expectations
https://www.businessinsider.com/24-people-who-became-highly-successful-after-age-40-2015-6#vera-wang-was-a-figure-skater-and-journalist-before-entering-the-fashion-industry-at-age-40-today-shes-one-of-the-worlds-premier-womens-designers-3
Welcome to the spookiest spooktacular episode on this side of Halloween Town. Today we're going off script a little and getting down the occult.
What is loneliness? What makes someone feel alone? Isn't being lonely good once in a while? Join us today while we discuss all things lonely.
Today we'll be referencing the following articles:
https://www.verywellmind.com/how-important-is-alone-time-for-mental-health-5184607
https://nickwignall.com/loneliness/
We’re all basically addicted to our phones, but just how bad is it? Let’s discuss.
This week we reference these articles:
https://www.forbes.com/sites/alicegwalton/2017/12/11/phone-addiction-is-real-and-so-are-its-mental-health-risks/?sh=183d9bac13df
https://lakesidebhs.com/mental-health/smartphones-and-anxious-kids-mental-health-issues-and-the-igeneration/
https://www.providence.org/news/uf/618911654
We talk about red flags in relationships, but what are some green flags? Lets discuss! Here are some articles we will be discussing.
https://nerdynatali.medium.com/5-friendship-green-flags-8edbf13c17f5
https://www.simplemost.com/relationship-green-flags-look-out/
https://www.joinonelove.org/learn/6-relationship-green-flags-to-look-for-in-a-new-relationship/
https://www.bustle.com/p/15-people-reveal-the-green-flags-they-saw-in-the-beginning-of-their-relationships-70068
Today we’re talking about intrusive thoughts. What are they?What do they mean? And most of all, how can we get rid of them?? Join us and our special guest, Cole, as we discuss the ins and outs of the complicated concept of intrusive thoughts.
We will be heavily referencing these articles:
https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/intrusive-thoughts#takeaway
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/obsessive-compulsive-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20354432
https://www.northpointrecovery.com/blog/7-tips-deal-stop-intrusive-thoughts/
https://screening.mhanational.org/content/types-intrusive-thoughts/
https://themighty.com/2017/02/intrusive-bad-violent-thoughts-ocd/
https://adaa.org/learn-from-us/from-the-experts/blog-posts/consumer/unwanted-intrusive-thoughts
Today we are breaking down a mental breakdown- what are they? What causes them? And most of all, how can we avoid them?! We will be heavily referencing the following articles:
https://ibpf.org/articles/50-ways-to-start-practicing-self-care/
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/16-ways-relieve-stress-anxiety#6.-Chew-gum
https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/nervous-breakdown
https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/signs-nervous-breakdown
Today we’re doing New York Times 36 questions to fall in love! Listen to this ep to fall in love with us ;)
Boy do we have an episode for you!!! Today we’re talking about Incels. For those of you who don’t know, that stands for involuntary celibates. Take whatever you thought you knew about this topic, and be ready to dive WAY deeper than expected…
Today we heavily reference the following articles:
https://www.vox.com/2018/6/20/17314846/incel-support-group-therapy-black-pill-mental-health
https://www.newamerica.org/political-reform/reports/misogynist-incels-and-male-supremacism/recommendations/
https://news.yahoo.com/misogynist-incels-cant-ignored-mental-160251097.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAKJejmPyi5Sscttc3l9sx-C9XWSqVGgc2_EnqbTrX5gFkv-mvaSAeQeaz9gu8Mb-DJFOJ9TpUuc8HWhxFNyS4in8mgMy_aF4XPhPcIJYlre0HLndR3bn8kil20Vf5yXAvvhFFSv6jrinj1DAgFHtEl8zR0z6w6B1VUr4_KCpp4TJ
Welcome to Therapy Boot Camp, your ultimate guide to finding a therapist as well as our tips and tricks for a successful therapy relationship.
This week we’re discussing mental health and social media. We will be heavily influencing the documentary “The Social Dilemma” as well as the following articles:
https://www.mcleanhospital.org/essential/it-or-not-social-medias-affecting-your-mental-health
https://onlinedegrees.unr.edu/online-master-of-public-health/impact-of-social-media-on-youth-mental-health/
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/mental-health/social-media-and-mental-health.htm
https://www.mentalhelp.net/internet/social-media-hurting-or-helping/
https://www.centreformentalhealth.org.uk/blogs/anxiety-loneliness-and-fear-missing-out-impact-social-media-young-peoples-mental-health
https://childmind.org/article/is-social-media-use-causing-depression/
Everybody knows sleep is important, but do you know just HOW important it is to your mental health? Today we're going to be talking about why sleep is important and the strange things that start happening to your brain when you don't get enough of it.
We heavily reference the following articles so be sure to check them out:
https://www.verywellmind.com/how-sleep-affects-mental-health-4783067
https://www.vox.com/2014/6/10/5796676/the-weird-and-terrible-effects-of-sleep-deprivation
Today we're talking about the physical symptoms of anxiety….as well as manyyyyy other things. Check out all the ways anxiety can affect your body (and listen to us laugh our asses off about IBS t-shirts). We will be heavily referencing the following articles so don’t forget to read up!
https://www.healthline.com/health/physical-symptoms-of-anxiety#anxiety
https://www.ameridisability.com/post/distressing-anxiety-symptoms-you-might-never-expect
Anxiety and depression rates spiked in America during the COVID-19 pandemic, but how are American’s doing now that Corona is coming to an end? Today we discuss new and current factors impacting mental health as the world opens back up. Today we will be referencing the following articles.
https://www.statnews.com/2021/05/07/as-the-covid-19-crisis-ebbs-in-the-u-s-experts-brace-for-a-long-term-impact-on-mental-health/
https://www.who.int/teams/mental-health-and-substance-use/covid-19
You’ve probably heard the term “body positivity” thrown around quite a bit in the last few years, but have you heard about body neutrality? Body neutrality focuses on body acceptance and what your body can do vs how it looks. Body neutrality is complicated, let’s discuss! In this episode, we will be referencing the following two articles.
https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-body-positivity-4773402#:~:text=Body%20positivity%20has%20its%20roots,their%20size%20or%20body%20weight
https://www.healthline.com/health/body-neutrality
Hey Future Skeletons, this week we’re doing a deep dive into mental health and breakups. Breakups suck!! How many times have you heard - “there’s plenty of fish in the sea” but still feel utterly hopeless?? You’re not alone. Listen to us discuss the psychology behind breakups, why they suck, our personal experiences, and more.
https://medium.com/invisible-illness/this-is-why-breakups-are-10x-more-painful-when-you-have-anxious-attachment-d7f76d894ba#:~:text=When%20you're%20anxiously%20attached%2C%20breakups%20can%20feel
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/dealing-with-a-breakup-7-tips_n_3389381
Hello Future Skeletons, today your favorite pod hosts are discussing toxic positivity. Yes, it's a good idea to have a good attitude, but sometimes positivity is taken too far and can have negative repercussions.
We will be heavily referencing this article: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/toxic-positivity#risks
Last week we discussed gaslighting, but have you heard of self gaslighting? Self gaslighting is a blanket term for some of the toxic ways we invalidate our own feelings. Today we are going to deep dive into different examples of self gaslighting and our experiences with them.
Hello, this week we discuss gaslighting! This is such a broad, complicated topic. Listen to hear about our stories and our listeners stories. Follow: @unapologeticallysurviving for good content.
CW: abortion, abuse, suicide attempt
Future Skeletons, we have an extra special episode for you today. We are so excited to introduce our first guest Ripley Peele!
Today, we will be tackling big mental health issues today with Ripley, including everything from self care to mental health in the black community.
Mother's day is coming up quick, and while this can be an incredible day for many people, it can also be really painful for some. Today were tackling all things related to "mommy issues". Check out this article by HealthLine that we reference throughout the episode:
https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/abandonment-issues
Welcome back Future Skeletons! This week we are tackling body dysmorphia aka Body Dysmorphic Disorder. Body dysmorphia causes the individual to fixate on one or more aspects of their physical appearance. Dive in with us as we discuss this disorder, how we believe the media is associated with body image, and a sprinkle of Kardashian drama. Also check out this Mayo Clinic article to learn more:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/body-dysmorphic-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20353938
What is your attachment style? Attachment styles, according to attachment theory, are the way we relate to others. There are four attachment styles marked my anxiety levels as well as high or low avoidance or relationships and intimacy. Join us today as we explore the four attachment styles, what they mean to us, and how awareness of your individual style can help improve your life and relationships.
We HEAVILY reference this article and 11/10 recommend you check it out: https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/attachment-theory-and-the-4-attachment-styles
Today we are examining a really dumb tweet (in our opinion) that basically says mental health awareness is the reason mental health is declining. Listen to hear our thoughts on this and related issues, such as the need for more easily accessible mental health resources
Today we are talking about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). OCD is something that has been majorly romanticized by society - “oh I have to have my closet color coordinated I’m so OCD!!!” It’s seen as quirky & cute, but this episode goes into real stories about real people who deal with this mental illness. Here are some of the websites we used to research this episode:
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/obsessive-compulsive-disorder-ocd/index.shtml
https://iocdf.org/about-ocd/
https://www.verywellmind.com/what-are-the-different-types-of-ocd-2510663
https://www.treatmyocd.com/blog/checking-ocd-symptoms-and-treatment
https://www.treatmyocd.com/education/different-types-of-ocd
https://www.healthline.com/health/ocd/types-of-ocd#causes
Trigger warning: today we will be covering sexual assault, relationship violence, and a few other sensitive topics. Today we are deep diving on what exactly is PTSD and who is affected by it. Spoiler- its a lot more common than you think.
You love hanging out with us every Monday, but who exactly are your hostesses with the mostesses? Get to know us this episode and help us think of a name for you all.
Want us to share your story? Email us at: skeletonclosetpod@gmail.com
This week we're opening up about the links between physical illness and mental health. We have two very personal stories this week, don't forget to tune in and tell us what you think.
Don't be sus, today we're finding the imposter! What is imposter syndrome? This topic has been requested far more than anything else, and we're so excited to talk about it with you. Join us for a candid mini-sode where we discuss imposter syndrome and more.
Interested in the article mentioned? Check it out here: https://www.google.com/amp/s/hbr.org/amp/2021/02/stop-telling-women-they-have-imposter-syndrome
Happy Monday, thanks for joining us! This week we're tackling the incredibly complicated question, what exactly is self care?
Today we are tackling anxiety! Join us for a candid convo about dealing with the ins and outs of anxiety.
SURPRISE, we love you all so much that we dropped a mini episode where we answer your questions
Hello hello, and welcome to Skeletons in the Closet. Join your hosts Christi and Samantha for their FIRST ever episode . Today we're going to explore what this podcast is as well as learning a little bit more about our host's mental health journeys as well as their friendship origin story (there's a shower curtain involved).
Thank you for tuning in!
Welcome to Skeletons in the Closet, a podcast where we talk about mental health, its impact on daily life, and the stigmas surrounding it .
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