Listen Now

In this week’s episode, Whitney opens up about her experience with depression. This episode was extremely vulnerable but also offers some tips and ways to show yourself some compassion. NOTE: In this episode, Whitney mentions “The Big Blue Dog” but it’s actually “The Black Dog”. The Burns Depression Checklist to check in with how you're feeling. Remember there is no shame in seeking help. Below are some resources for anyone who may need them. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 800-273-8255Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) - 240-485-1001Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) - 800-826-3632Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) - 1-800-662-HELP (4357)And lastly, we are now on Facebook! Be sure to follow us there and on Instagram @thisisimportantpod and on Twitter @the_tiip. As always, please be sure to rate/review/subscribe where you listen to podcasts as it helps us to grow.Thanks for listening!Whitney & JenTIIPThis is Important! is a mental health and wellness podcast. Our aim is to join the fight to destigmatize mental health and to introduce to you alternative therapies, ideologies, and practices that can make you feel better today and every day.

In this week's episode, Jen and Whitney are talking all about meditation. They discuss their own struggles with the practice, how to meditate, the benefits, apps to try, and go a little into the esoteric. Jen encounters a horse in a guided meditation. Whitney discusses breath-work. Thanks for listening!This is Important! Is a mental health and wellness podcast. Our aim is to join the fight to destigmatize mental health and to introduce you to alternative therapies, ideologies, and practices that can make you feel better today and every day.

During this weeks episode, Jen and Whitney catch up with the incredibly talented singer songwriter and friend of the pod, Lydia Loveless. We chat about Lydia's new album, our old and new favorite musicians, our roller skating fantasies, and Italian lessons. LydiaLoveless.com@LydiaLovelesssThis is Important! is a mental health and wellness podcast. Our aim is to join the fight to destigmatize mental health and to introduce to you alternative therapies, ideologies, and practices that can make you feel better today and every day.Thanks for listening!TIIP

Our first Tiip Time minisode! Completely unexpected but that's how we roll! During this Tiip Time Jen talks out the idea of listening to your body to tell you when you'll be most productive. We are not one size fits all when it comes to work hours and scheduling our lives and productivity. Get honest with yourself about what works best for you.Rework - by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson https://bookshop.org/books/rework-9780307463746/9780307463746@queercosmos & @ChrisCorsini - Tarot/Astrologers Jen talks about

This week Whitney and Jen discuss different TIIPS and tricks to help you keep your mental health in check and organized. We talk about some of our favorite apps and how to utilize every possible thing that can keep you on a schedule. Tips for how to stay on top of your doctor visits, getting your medication on time, and going to therapy. Trust us, you'll  begin to feel better once you've set the necessary groundwork to be engaged and connected to your mental health journey.  We're all in this together. Let's go... 🛸This is Important! is a mental health and wellness podcast. Our aim is to join the fight to destigmatize mental health and to introduce to you alternative therapies, ideologies, and practices that can make you feel better today and every day. Thanks for listening!TIIPhttps://www.psycom.net/25-best-mental-health-apps

We are back! Skipped a week bc Jen went manic and is actually hypo during this recording. So it really was a perfect opportunity to dive back into the depths of Bipolar Disorder. We discuss the symptoms and how they manifest in Jen’s every day life and what it’s like to be friends with someone living with Bipolar. Jen also discovers @iamhalsey has bipolar and fan girls, while Whitney begs for new YA fantasy novel rec’s. As always, we hope you enjoy. 🛸🧜🏻‍♀️ This is Important! is a mental health and wellness podcast. Our aim is to join the fight to destigmatize mental health and to introduce to you alternative therapies, ideologies, and practices that can make you feel better today and every day. Thanks for listening!TIIP...If you are in crisis: Call the toll-free National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The service is available to everyone. All calls are confidential. Contact social media outlets directly if you are concerned about a friend’s social media updates or dial 911 in an emergency.The National Institute of Mental Health https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/bipolar-disorder/index.shtmlDepression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) at 1-800-826-3632 or https://www.dbsalliance.org/10 Key Questions About Bipolar Disorderhttps://www.everydayhealth.com/bipolar/10-key-questions-about-bipolar-disorder/what-is-bipolar-disorder-and-what-causes-it.aspx

In this episode, Ashley McIntyre joins us as we discuss wardrobe styling, sustainable fashion, loving our bodies, and some of our favorite books! You can find out more about Ashley on her site www.ashleylucindastyle.com and find her on Instagram at @ashleylucindastyle.Thanks for listening!Whitney & JenTIIP...This is Important! is a podcast about mental health and wellness. Our aim is to create a safe space to join the fight to destigmatize mental illness and offer you tips and tools to feel better today. 

This episode we are celebrating Halloween by covering the horrific past of mental health treatments, including lobotomies, shock therapies, exorcisms, and more! Not for the faint of heart! And we also learn about the torpedo fish. The History of Inhumane Mental Health TreatmentsMental Health Treatment: Past and PresentWhat is a Torpedo Fish?...This is Important! is a podcast about mental health and wellness. Our aim is to destigmatize mental illness and create a safe space for everyone.Thanks for listening!TIIP...If you are in crisis: Call the toll-free National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The service is available to everyone. All calls are confidential. Contact social media outlets directly if you are concerned about a friend’s social media updates or dial 911 in an emergency.

In their second episode, Jen and Whitney climb into the rabbit hole of Bipolar Disorder. They discuss the different categories, symptoms, medications, and Jen's first hand experience so far. There is so much more to discuss so this is Part 1 of an outgoing discussion. This is Important! is a podcast about mental health and wellness. Our aim is to destigmatize mental illness and create a safe space for everyone. Talk soon!TIIP...If you are in crisis: Call the toll-free National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The service is available to everyone. All calls are confidential. Contact social media outlets directly if you are concerned about a friend’s social media updates or dial 911 in an emergency.The National Institute of Mental Health https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/bipolar-disorder/index.shtmlDepression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) at 1-800-826-3632 or https://www.dbsalliance.org/10 Key Questions About Bipolar Disorderhttps://www.everydayhealth.com/bipolar/10-key-questions-about-bipolar-disorder/what-is-bipolar-disorder-and-what-causes-it.aspx

In their first official episode, Jen and Whitney discuss who they are, their mental health journeys, how they found therapy and its benefits. This is Important! is a podcast about mental health and wellness. Our aim is to destigmatize mental illness and create a safe space for everyone. Thanks for listening and if you want to hear more from us, visit our website for resources and more. You can also follow us on Instagram to stay connected.Talk soon! -TIIP...If you are in crisis: Call the toll-free National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The service is available to everyone. All calls are confidential. Contact social media outlets directly if you are concerned about a friend’s social media updates or dial 911 in an emergency.

Join Jen and Whitney, two 30-something women living with mental illness, as they take a deep-dive into all things mental health, but with a twist.  This is Important! is a podcast about mental health and wellness. Our aim is to destigmatize mental illness and create a safe space for everyone. Thanks for listening and if you want to hear more from us, visit our website for resources and more. You can also follow us on Instagram to stay connected.Talk soon! -TIIP