she persisted | mental health, self-care, psychology, gen z, dbt, depression, anxiety, healing

This week, I am joined by Kelsey Jones! Kelsey is the host of What's Stopping You (available on apple podcasts, spotify, or wherever you listen to your shows), a senior at University of Texas, Austin, and a digital creator.  In this episode, we dive into... - How Kelsey started her podcasting journey - Her advice for increasing your productivity - Navigating being a full time student and pursuing your career - Insecurity and body confidence - and so much more! Available on Apple Podcasts, Anchor, and anywhere you listen to your podcasts. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts if you enjoyed! New Episodes every Friday :)  Follow along with She Persisted on Instagram (@shepersistedpodcast), Twitter(@persistpodcast), my Website (shepersistedpodcast.com), and Facebook (@shepersistedpodcast)! > for business inquiries email: inquiries@shepersistedpodcast.com Helpful Resources... - Reading Recommendations - Mental Health Resources (links) - educational YouTube videos - purchase the DBT® Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets here - purchase the DBT Skills Manual for Adolescents here © 2020 She Persisted LLC. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/shepersisted/support

This week I sat down and answered the following questions... How has hearing about other people’s stories impacted your own life?It takes a lot of courage to share publicly, what inspired you to do so? PS: so thankful that you do share! I love listening and learningWhat’s your fave way to take a break and how to deal with anxiety school and quarantine all at the same time?Do you want to specialize in psychology as a career?Why did you choose podcasting as the medium to share your mental health story?Do you think you’ll stick with your podcast when in college?Where do you see your podcast going?How has your senior year been thus far?How is the college search going?Thoughts on going off medication? How involved were you in the process of choosing your boarding school/inpatient programs?How do you wish you could have transitioned after McLean?Has treatment, especially your therapeutic boarding school had any lasting negative impacts on you? Mentioned in this week's episode- Brain Lock by Jefferee M. SchwartzAvailable on Apple Podcasts, Anchor, and anywhere you listen to your podcasts. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts if you enjoyed! New Episodes every Friday :) Follow She Persisted on Instagram (@shepersistedpodcast), Twitter(@persistpodcast), my Website (shepersistedpodcast.com), and Facebook(@shepersistedpodcast)!> for business inquiries email: inquiries@shepersistedpodcast.comHelpful Resources...- Reading Recommendations- Mental Health Resources (links)- educational YouTube videos- purchase the DBT® Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets here- purchase the DBT Skills Manual for Adolescents here© 2020 She Persisted LLC.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/shepersisted/support

TRIGGER WARNING for anyone who has experience with sexual trauma or rape. In this week's episode, I sit down with one of my best friends, Daisye Byrd Graham. This is Daisye's second appearance on She Persisted and in this episode we dive into her life story, trauma, wilderness experience, and how we came into each other's lives. If you're a parent considering wilderness or looking for a good laugh, this episode is for you!You can follow Daisye on Instagram at @daisye_byrdAvailable on Apple Podcasts, Anchor, and anywhere you listen to your podcasts. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts if you enjoyed! New Episodes every Friday :) Follow She Persisted on Instagram (@shepersistedpodcast), Twitter(@persistpodcast), my Website (shepersistedpodcast.com), and Facebook(@shepersistedpodcast)!> for business inquiries email: inquiries@shepersistedpodcast.comHelpful Resources...- Reading Recommendations- Mental Health Resources (links)- educational YouTube videos- purchase the DBT® Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets here- purchase the DBT Skills Manual for Adolescents here© 2020 She Persisted LLC.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/shepersisted/support

This week, I am joined by J'Anmetra Wadell. Jo-jo is an internationally best selling author, podcaster, and keynote speaker. She is a domestic abuse survivor and the only Life Past Crazy specialist. If you've struggled with trauma, depression, or anxiety, this episode is for YOU. Jo-jo's story is extremely inspiring and she offers amazing tips on self-care, commitment, and more!J'Anmetra's Website (livepastcrazy.com): http://www.livepastcrazy.comJ'Anmetra's Instagram (@janwaddell): https://www.instagram.com/janwaddell/Find J'Anmetra's books here: https://www.amazon.com/s?i=digital-text&rh=p_27%3AJ%27Anmetra+Waddell&s=relevancerank&text=J%27Anmetra+Waddell&ref=dp_byline_sr_ebooks_1Mentioned in this week's episode...- Available on Apple Podcasts, Anchor, and anywhere you listen to your podcasts. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts if you enjoyed! New Episodes every Friday :) Follow She Persisted on Instagram (@shepersistedpodcast), Twitter(@persistpodcast), my Website (shepersistedpodcast.com), and Facebook(@shepersistedpodcast)!> for business inquiries email: inquiries@shepersistedpodcast.comHelpful Resources...- Reading Recommendations- Mental Health Resources (links)- educational YouTube videos- purchase the DBT® Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets here- purchase the DBT Skills Manual for Adolescents here© 2020 She Persisted LLC.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/shepersisted/support

If you are a fellow insomniac or just hoping to have a better night's sleep, this episode contains all the tips and tricks you need to know to have an amazing night of sleep!Available on Apple Podcasts, Anchor, and anywhere you listen to your podcasts. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts if you enjoyed! New Episodes every Friday :) Follow She Persisted on Instagram (@shepersistedpodcast), Twitter (@persistpodcast), my Website (shepersistedpodcast.com), and Facebook (@shepersistedpodcast)!> for business inquiries email: inquiries@shepersistedpodcast.comHelpful Resources...- Reading Recommendations- Mental Health Resources (links)- educational YouTube videos- purchase the DBT® Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets here- purchase the DBT Skills Manual for Adolescents here© 2020 She Persisted LLC.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/shepersisted/support

Today I am joined by Leo Flowers. Leo is a TEDx speaker, stand-up comedian, life coach and has his Masters in Counseling/Psychology. He is also hosts the Before You Kill Yourself where he interviews other mental health experts, comedians and best-selling book authors as they destigmatize mental health and teach you how to thrive. (bio abbreviated from leoflowers.com)Follow Leo on Instagram (@leoflowers2000), check out his website (leoflowers.com) to book life coaching sessions with Leo and listen to his podcast on every platform.Mentioned in this week's episode...> Untamed by Glennon Doyle> Love Warrior by Glennon Doyle> Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand> The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown> Endurance by Alfred Lansing> The Last Dance> The Weight of GoldAvailable on Apple Podcasts, Anchor, and anywhere you listen to your podcasts. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts if you enjoyed! New Episodes every Friday :) Follow She Persisted on Instagram, Twitter, my Website, and Facebook!> for business inquiries email: inquiries@shepersistedpodcast.comHelpful Resources...- Reading Recommendations- Mental Health Resources (links)- educational YouTube videos- purchase the DBT® Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets here- purchase the DBT Skills Manual for Adolescents here© 2020 She Persisted LLC. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/shepersisted/support

This week, I am joined by Audrey Bailey, the artist behind the hugely successful Brush and Barley brand. Her pieces surround her faith, the enneagram, and mental health. She's also a mother who has struggled with clinically diagnosed depression and anxiety since her teenage years. Audrey is also the host of Painted Pieces which I was a guest on a few weeks ago! Listen to our episode here! You can find Audrey on Instagram at @itsaudreybailey, @brushandbarley, and @paintedpiecespodcast. Topics covered in this week's episode...> Audrey's mental health and religious journey> Being a lukewarm Christian> Experiencing depression and anxiety as a teenager> Toxic romantic relationships> Post-Partum depression> Mental health stigma in the Christian community> The impact of social media on your mental health> Supporting a loved one who's strugglingAvailable on Apple Podcasts, Anchor, and anywhere you listen to your podcasts. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts if you enjoyed! New Episodes every Friday :) Follow She Persisted on Instagram, Twitter, my Website, and Facebook!> for business inquiries email: inquiries@shepersistedpodcast.comHelpful Resources...- Reading Recommendations- Mental Health Resources (links)- educational YouTube videos- purchase the DBT® Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets here- purchase the DBT Skills Manual for Adolescents here© 2020 She Persisted LLC.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/shepersisted/support

This week I am joined by Sarah Humphrey, the host of It Ain't It Sis. We talk bullying, body image, struggling with mental health at a young age, college advice, and so much more. To follow along with Sarah, you can listen to her podcast on every platform, follow her on Instagram (@sarahhumphrey7 and @it.aint.it.sis). Listen to the episode Sarah and I recorded together on her show here.Mentioned in this week's episode> Power to Persevere: Inspiring Stories to Help You Get Through Challenging Moments by Alexa Cucchiara> Alexa Cucchiara on Sarah's podcast (It Ain't It Sis)> Girl, Wash Your Face: Stop Believing the Lies About Who You Are So You Can Become Who You Were Meant to Be by Rachel Hollis> Katie Bellotte's podcast (Thick and Thin)Available on Apple Podcasts, Anchor, and anywhere you listen to your podcasts. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts if you enjoyed! New Episodes every Friday :) Follow She Persisted on Instagram, Twitter, my Website, and Facebook!> for business inquiries email: inquiries@shepersistedpodcast.comHelpful Resources...- Reading Recommendations- Mental Health Resources (links)- educational YouTube videos- purchase the DBT® Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets here- purchase the DBT Skills Manual for Adolescents here© 2020 She Persisted LLC.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/shepersisted/support

This week's guest is Cassandra McClure, a multi-hyphenated entrepreneur in the beauty industry with a passion and commitment to clean beauty. She started out as a model and celebrity makeup artist, and now has her own patent-pending product, Lash Binder™—a tool and method that makes strip eyelash application quicker, easier, and safer. As the host of the Clean Beauty Podcast, she highlights brands with a green and clean ethos and educates and raises awareness about ingredient safety in daily products. Cassandra’s current next move is Clean Beauty Con, a business summit that has gone virtual with the goal of supporting struggling business-owners in these unprecedented times. (bio abbreviated from Cassandra's website) - Lash Binder: https://lashbinder.com - Clean Beauty Kit: https://www.cleanbeautykit.com - Clean Beauty Con: https://www.cleanbeautycon.com - Cassandra's Instagram (@cassandramcclure): https://www.instagram.com/cassandramcclure/ *THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED* Cassandra has also kindly sponsored a giveaway to one lucky listener! If you are interested in receiving your own Lash Binder™ and synthetic Lash Binder lashes, check out this post on my Instagram (@shepersistedpodcast)! This giveaway will be over on July 30th, 2020 and the winner will be contacted via Instagram. PLEASE skill: P(hysica)L (illness and take medications as prescribed, balanced) E(ating), A(void mood-altering substances, balanced) S(leep, balanced) E(xercise) - https://bit.ly/39qYmAN Available on Apple Podcasts, Anchor, and anywhere you listen to your podcasts. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts if you enjoyed! New Episodes every Friday :)Follow She Persisted on Instagram, Twitter, my Website, and Facebook!> for business inquiries email: inquiries@shepersistedpodcast.comHelpful Resources...- Reading Recommendations- Mental Health Resources (links)- educational YouTube videos- purchase the DBT® Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets here- purchase the DBT Skills Manual for Adolescents here© 2020 She Persisted LLC.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/shepersisted/support

Brittany Crane is the author of the highly-praised Self Compassion Workbook - a 15 day guide and journal experience to help you build inner strength, accept yourself and thrive at life and the founder and CEO of Get Out There Girl. She is on a mission to help women thrive at life by... connecting with nature through high-adventure retreats, connecting with themselves through self compassion, and connecting with other women through vulnerability. Brittany helps women uncover their critical voices and treat themselves like they would treat a good friend. She believes that self compassion is the tool that will free women from the traps of comparison, guilt, and perfectionism. Resources mentioned in today's episode... > Brittany's Self Compassion Workbook: https://selfcompassion.getouttheregirl.com/second-sales-page> Brittany's newsletter so you can get access to the Get our There Girl retreats: https://www.getouttheregirl.com/newsletter> The Share Your Story blog series: https://medium.com/get-out-there-girlIf you have questions you want answered in future episodes, please reach out via email (inquiries@shepersistedpodcast.com), Instagram DMs, or this form on my website (you can stay anonymous)!Available on Apple Podcasts, Anchor, and anywhere you listen to your podcasts. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts if you enjoyed! New Episodes every Friday :)Follow She Persisted on Instagram, Twitter, my Website, and Facebook!> for business inquiries email: inquiries@shepersistedpodcast.comHelpful Resources... - Reading Recommendations - Mental Health Resources (links)- educational YouTube videos- purchase the DBT® Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets here - purchase the DBT Skills Manual for Adolescents here© 2020 She Persisted LLC.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/shepersisted/support