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This week we are joined by returning guest Nancy Brooks, Executive Director of the Louisville chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Nancy shares current initiatives, including "stigma-free workplace," early intervention, and peer-to-peer support groups. The Step Forward for Mental Health Walk will be hosted by NAMI on October 15th, 2022. You can find details about the walk as well as information and links to free weekly online support groups at nami.org. Featured: Original theme music by Neil Lucas Resources: nami.org

This week we are joined by Meg Sasse Stern, an abortion access professional. We discuss the reversal of Roe v. Wade, burnout, and self-compassion. Featured: Original theme music by Neil Lucas

This week we are joined by one of our besties, Hazel Mae Tackett! Hazel shares how she transformed experiences with bullying into a life of authenticity and spreading joy. We also talk about the way stress affects mood, the myth of constant happiness, and the importance of recharging your social battery. Featured: Original theme music by Neil Lucas.

This week we our joined by Alexa Quinter, who shares how a traumatic childhood experience has had a profound and lasting impact on her mental health. We talk about coexisting with trauma, dealing with anger, and accepting changes in yourself even when others don't. Featured: Original theme music by Neil Lucas

In this week's solo episode, we catch up after a little break and read responses to two survey questions: 1. What are some common misconceptions about mental health that you wish the public better understood? and, 2. Do you find it difficult to talk about your mental health? If yes, why? If no, what has made it possible/easier for you to talk about your mental health? Featured Original theme music by Neil Lucas

This week we are joined by Jacke Fossaluzza, who shares how OCD, ADHD, and depression have affected her mental health at various stages of her life. We discuss the fact that OCD can present very differently than how it is portrayed on television. We also talk about the misconceptions around psychiatric hospitalization and the stressors that come with major life changes. Featured: Original theme music by Neil Lucas

This week, Matt Clem joins us and shares his experiences with childhood therapy, differing diagnoses, and the lack of conversation around mental health when he was growing up. We also talk about engagement stories, antidepressants, that feeling when you realize you can therapize yourself, and how to accept fatigue. Featured: Original theme music by Neil Lucas

This week we are joined by Daniel Riddlesmith, who discusses the benefits of psilocybin and LSD in coping with grief, depression, and anxiety. He also shares about his Baha'i faith and how spirituality has impacted his self discovery. Featured: Original theme music by Neil Lucas Recommendations: Deepak Chopra 21-Day Meditation Explained on Netflix: The Mind Explained Apps for meditation: Calm and Headspace To read more about pyschedelics: doubleblindmag.com Note: The views expressed in this episode do not represent Forward Radio or its members.

This week we are joined by Dennis O'Neil, who shares about his adult-onset anxiety and how starting meds and learning to deal with uncomfortable feelings made a huge impact on his mental health. We also talk about putting emotional well-being above productivity, balancing your own needs in a relationship, and dealing with grief. Featured: Original theme music by Neil Lucas

This week's episode is part two of our survey, "When sh*t hits the fan and your mental health is struggling, what are some things you do to cope?" Thanks to everyone who submitted responses! Featured: Original theme music by Neil Lucas

In this week's solo episode, we talk about the ups and downs of the holiday season. Appropriately, we also share responses to the survey question, "When sh*t hits the fan and your mental health is struggling, what are some things you do to cope?" Featured: Original theme music by Neil Lucas

In this week's episode, Lizzy is joined by great friend and fellow depresso, Lambsey Reeves. Lambsey talks about her recent ADHD diagnosis and how her treatment is also helping with her depression and PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder). Other topics include: making changes for mental health, partying too much/delaying emotions, confronting parentification, and coping with anger issues. Featured: Original theme music by Neil Lucas Recommended: Meditations by Tara Brach www.youtube.com/c/TaraBrach-meditation

In this solo episode, we share responses to a survey we sent out asking people, "What is an important lesson you learned in therapy?" Thank you to everyone who shared their wisdom with us and our listeners! Featured: Original theme music by Neil Lucas

This week we are joined by returning guest Mandy Olivam. Mandy shares what she has learned about herself since the last time she was on the show, including tendencies towards codependency. We also talk about dealing with disappointments, integrating emotions instead of bypassing them, appreciating our brains, making time for ourselves, and living in accordance with our values. Note: we apologize for the technical difficulties with sound in this episode. Featured: Original theme music by Neil Lucas Recommendations: Trauma Magic by Clementine Morrigan Good Anxiety by Dr. Wendy Suzuki Perceptions, Pleasures, and Powers by Mandy Olivam (coming out later this fall) Follow Mandy Olivam at www.mandyolivam.com or an Instagram @mystic.mother.madwoman

In this week's solo episode, we talk about our fears, from the ridiculous to the significant. We also talk about finding the right therapist, moving your body in ways that feel good, quitting benzos, slowing down when you're exhausted, and taking naps. Featured: Original theme music by Neil Lucas

This week we are joined by Cat O'Connor, Ambassador for Seven Counties Services and Bellewood & Brooklawn. We discuss cutting ties when a relationship has become unhealthy, people pleasing, treating yourself like a friend, and letting people see your "crazy." We also talk about the upcoming Semi;colon event, which will take place on Thursday, September 9th from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at the Tim Faulkner Gallery in honor of National Suicide Prevention week. The event will feature storytelling from individuals who have struggled with mental health, depression, or thoughts of suicide. Find out more at www.betterunite.com/semicolon. Featured: Original theme music by Neil Lucas. Recommendations: Seven Counties Services 24/7 Crisis Line (502)589-4313 Provides 24-hour telephone crisis counseling dealing with suicide, mental health, substance use disorders, and intellectual and developmental disabilities, in addition to mental health information and referral. Service area: Kentucky and Southern Indiana

This week we are joined by April Grubb, manager at V-Grits and owner of SnoWhat Snoballs here in Louisville. April shares how feeling different and isolated growing up led to her discovery of a bipolar diagnosis, and how she used acting to cope with her social anxiety in middle and high school. We also talk about running into people from your past, enjoying theme parks as adults, experiencing social anxiety from being back in the office, and dealing with ups and downs. Featured: Original theme music by Neil Lucas

This week we are joined by our good friend Brandon Ritman, who tells us about the traumatic losses he has dealt with in the past year and how he has been coping. We also talk about taking on too much, the stresses and occasional awkwardness of homeownership, why it's okay to say no to friends, and the benefits of mood journaling. Featured: Original theme music by Neil Lucas

This week we are joined by Ilya Lyalin, who works in the alcohol industry here in Louisville. Ilya talks about the experience of growing up as a Russian immigrant in Louisville and how he overcame his struggles with social anxiety. We also chat about early 2000s fashion, yoga for anxiety, positive changes post-COVID, the Sunday Scaries, and the Wim Hof Method. Featured: Original theme music by Neil Lucas

This week we are joined by Ashley Jacobs, Operations Director for the Kentucky Health Justice Network. Ashley tells us about how she was diagnosed with Bipolar II and ADHD and the impact that those diagnoses have had on her life, including the way that she parents. We also talk about television addiction, self care during family vacations, finding humor in dark places, and how we can still love our bodies after weight gain. Featured: Original theme music by Neil Lucas Recommendation: Bo Burnham: Inside (comedy special on Netflix)