Author Liz discusses her summer reading list, writing progress, and experience with antidepressants. Topics include book recommendations, excitement for upcoming movie adaptations, positive masculinity in boys, reality TV, TV show suggestions, and the importance of mental health medication.
Diverse range of book recommendations for summer reading.
Importance of normalizing conversations around mental health and medication.
Deep dives
Books and Summer Reading
Summer is the perfect time to delve into the books stacked on your bedside table. The host shares her list of physical and digital books she's excited to read. From captivating family dramas set in beach towns to eloquent memoirs set in Paris, her selections cover a diverse range of genres and themes, providing an enticing mix of storytelling experiences for the summer.
Reflecting on Writing and Personal Experiences
The host delves into her writing journey, sharing insights on her experience as a copywriter and aspirations as a writer. She discusses her foray into pitching stories, navigating different writing styles for various publications, and the humbling yet rewarding process of getting published. Additionally, she reflects on her emotional and mental health journey, including her positive experience with Zoloft, highlighting the importance of normalizing conversations around mental health and medication.
Parenting, Emotional Wellness, and Overcoming Challenges
The episode touches on the host's parenting experiences, particularly as a mother of a four-year-old boy. She emphasizes the significance of addressing emotional needs and stereotypes surrounding boys' upbringing. The host candidly shares her journey with antidepressants, transitioning from one medication to another, and managing side effects while prioritizing her mental well-being. Through personal anecdotes and insights, she advocates for understanding and destigmatizing mental health challenges.
In this solo epi, Liz does a full dive into her summer reading list (we’ve included details for the books below). She gives an update on where she’s at with her writing and talks about her experience of being on different antidepressants.