Stigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergent

This week we talk about how to make good resolutions and goals so you're not scrambling for the new year.

This week we take a look into the stigmas with migraines and everything that comes with them. We will also learn a little about Traci's history with the dreaded migraine.

In this episode we talk about self acceptance and where your happiness comes from. Do you do things to make others happy or to make yourself happy? How happy are you really?

In this episode we talk about how to ease some common holiday stresses.

In this Episode we explore the world of clinical depression and talk a little bit about the journey Traci went through when she first found out she had depression.

In our season two premier we explore what it is like to 'put on a face' in public and attempt to be happy when you are anything but.

It's our last episode of the season! In this episode we take a look back at the season, why we started this podcast in the first place, and answer some listener questions. Don't worry, we'll be back on October 20'th for a fresh new season.

This week we continue our journey with friend and podcaster, Jason Lane, as he dives further inter his life and talks about his kids and some of their developmental struggles.

This week we have on our friend and fellow podcaster, Jason Lane to talk about his many hurdles in life. His early diagnosis in life with what we now know of as ADD/ADHD, struggles with family and living situations as his ongoing medication search (or lack of medication)continued. We end and pick up next episode talking about how life with his kids changed things for Jason.

In this episode we discuss the differences between anxiety and panic attacks as well as different ways to cope with each.

Is there a difference between overthinking and worrying? How about overthinking and problem solving? It turns out there is a pretty fine line and it can be a pretty tricky one to navigate.

Sure, many of us say we eat 'healthy', even I do. But what does that even mean? What are good foods to eat if you have a mental disorder such as bipolar or depression? What foods do you not want to go near? It turns out food may be more complicated that we give it credit for.

Do you ever feel like you're a little more emotional than others? Maybe you can read people really well or have a keen intuition? If so, you could be an empath. In this weeks episode we discuss some of the traits of an empath, the good and bad sides of it and how to cope.

In this episode we talk about the ins and outs about sensory overload...then we go on a little tangent. I forgot to mention this video in the episode but I feel it is a great representation of sensory overload: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2P4Ed6G3gwEric and I referenced another great podcast and one of it's episodes so I wanted to post it for you to listen to. How I Built This Lab With Guy Raz, guest Andy Dunnhttps://wondery.com/shows/how-i-built-this/episode/10386-hibt-lab-burn-rate-andy-dunn/

The time doing this podcast so far has been the most rewarding and yet the most challenging in some time. While digging deeper into the world of mental illness, little did I know that I'd be digging deeper into myself. -As I promised I said I would note some of the instagram accounts I follow that have helped me. The top two are: asafeplaceinsideyourhead and realdepressionproject I also enjoy folowing #spoonieproblems

I tend to talk about how those with a mental illness don't have the same amount of hours in the day or our hours don't have as great of quality. This would make many of us spoonies. This week we talk about what the spoon theory is and how it applies to those with chronic illnesses.

In this episode we are turning the tables and asking Eric all of the questions. What is it like to date, be married to and live with a mentally ill person? Have I driven him nuts yet or do we have years of bliss in our future?

As promised, here are my favorite episodes from Fox Cities Murder and Mayhem and Milwaukee Mafia!Frequent mob target John Sullivan, more commonly known as “Blackie”, and later “Blackie the Sieve”. He earned the nickname due to how many times he's been shot, and survived.For more on Blackie Sullivan, visit: https://milwaukeemafia.com/blackie-sullivan/Links: Visit MilwaukeeMafia.com for more information Gavin's Books: https://amzn.to/3ssKOQHPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia

As promised, here are my favorite episodes from Fox Cities Murder and Mayhem and Milwaukee Mafia (lucky for you, I couldn't pick just one mayhem so you get two!)Ozzy Osbourne wasn't the first to experience a "shot in thedark." Green Bay's Orson Avery found himself on the receiving end of aburglary gang and wasn't about to let his migraines stop him from fighting back.

As promised, here are my favorite episodes from Fox Cities Murder and Mayhem and Milwaukee Mafia (lucky for you, I couldn't pick just one mayhem so you get two!)Frank Frye was a retired police officer and motel nightwatchman. One night, he is not only killed but brought several miles away anddumped. Who wanted Frank dead and why?More information can be found at gavinschmitt.com/frank-frye-murdered-1969/

On this episode we interview special guest, author and podcaster, Gavin Schmitt. Gavin will talk about his podcasts that he co-hosts with Eric but he will also open up about his history with Anxiety.

Over roughly three months I experienced some of the darkest times I'd ever had and I didn't have my psychiatrist to lean on and very little medicine on hand so I had to find alternative anxiety busters.

In this episode we reflect back on what I needed to concentrate on most mentally during our travels and how that can translate into our needs in every day life. Perhaps we could all slow down and enjoy what's around us a little more.

How do you find a Therapist? What makes a therapist good or bad, right or wrong? Could and onlind therapist be right for you? We discuss all of this and more in today's episode. As promised, here are some online therapists:https://livehealthonline.com/ (this is the onen I use)https://www.betterhelp.com/https://www.talkspace.com/

Most people know that bipolar consits of highs and lows, manic and depression but not as many people are familiar with mixed episodes. In this episode we discuss what mixed episodes consist of for someone with bipolar dispordar.

Whether you've heard of it before or not, if you have depression, chances are you have experienced depression aftermath. Depression is exhausting in itself, but what about after a depression spell when you have to get back to life and take care of everything you've left undone and try to get back to living life again.

In our first episode of the new year we discuss the effects of seasonal affective disorder and the steps you can take to help you or someone you love during these long, cold months.

In this Episode we welcome Lisa Heiar to speak about Mental Health First Aid Training. This training can help in times of crisis but it can also help on a day to day basis as well. RESOURCES:MHFA Traininghttps://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/https://nami.org/HomeIf you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or dial 911 in case of emergency.

This week we dive into the world of suicide. Is it selfish? What would drive someone so far and how do you keep yourself from getting that deep? All this and more...NoteIf you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or dial 911 in case of emergency.RESOURCES:MHFA Traininghttps://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/https://nami.org/Home

This week I talk with my mom and we find out what kind of learning curve she went through when I realized I was depressed and bi-polar. A special thank you goes out to my guest this week, my mom, Lana Koepsel!

In this bonus episode I talk about a setback I recently had and discuss the change of seasons that's beginning to happen and what we can to to help out moods during this stressfull time.

In this episode we give you a personal look into what it is like for someone who cuts themselves. What would cause someone to harm themselves? I explain why I did it and sometimes still do it and more.

Most people have some form of social anxiety but what is it like for those already struggling with some form of mental illness?In this episode we talk about the range of social anxiety and the struggles that come with it.

This week we talk about the good, bad, and not so pretty sides of having a mental disease.

Our show about mental illness and the stigmas that come with it is coming out soon, here's a sneak peek!