I am back and thriving on my own! In this episode, I talk about running into the guy who gave me my first deep wound at a concert I was alone at thanks to the most recent dude I talked to. Somehow, I am at more peace in life than ever before. I am just trying to figure out whether I am supposed to stay put or move somewhere new. My advice to you - let go - it feels better.

Having a bad week? The phase will pass. In this episode, I talk about how important passions are and what to do if you lose interest in what you normally like to do. Also, do not be afraid to eat alone. 

Dr. Tamilore Odimayo joins us with expertise as an Author, Therapist, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and Drug and Alcohol Counselor with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Forensics specialty).  Together, we discuss when individuals with mental health illnesses should disclose their struggles with a new partner, why people need to take off their mask in life, and a few of the consequences society faces from the way males are taught to handle emotions. 

Listen more from Dr. Tamilore Odimayo on his podcast: Mental Health Savage

Can the weather really jar our energy levels? Is a psychologist the same as a psychiatrist? In this episode, I share my experiences with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and more about my appreciation for psychiatric professionals along with why more doctors are needed to specialize in the field.  

The Kim Kardashian and Kanye West split is a near impossible topic to miss as media sources plaster articles daily with updates on the celebrities. Hailey and I give our perspectives on the manipulation we read covering their relationship and how it is similar to manipulation tactics most not spotlighted people, including ourselves, have seen affect our life.  

Overthinking is common! But the ability to control or end overthinking spurs varies by person. In this episode, I share how I knew my mind was unhealthy when I had no strength over my thoughts. And on the flip side, I explain why overthinking is normal and can be controlled with work like any other strengthening exercise. 

Start at minute 24 for 5 overthinking solutions. 

It seems easy to write about the bad when I am bored! But the highs rarely get written because I am too busy living in the moment. In this episode, I express a mixed mood of learning that mindfulness can actually be practiced in the least expected moments - like being stopped by a cop. Also, I bring up the functional role lithium plays in my life. 

Fitness is a journey. And like most journeys, is has its highs and hurdles. From feeling overweight as a teen and running six days a week to failing Health 101 in college, I reflect on what I learned the past years through working out and its correlation to mental health.