Mental Illness Happy Hour

Jen Soriano is a Filipinx author, musician, and first-generation American. She shares important context about Filipino history and how transgenerational trauma plays out for so many people, including her own family. She also opens up about living with chronic pain and the importance of understanding the mind-body connection. Look for her new book Nervous: Essays on Heritage and Healing.For more about Jen:Website: JenSoriano.net | Instagram: @jensorianowrites | Tiktok: @jensorianowritesBuy her book: Nervous: Essays on Heritage and HealingThis episode is sponsored by Orgain Organic Plant Protein Powder. For 30% off go to www.orgain.com/mental30 and use code MENTAL30.The link for the Open Space Therapy Collective LGBTQ+ online support group. (It’s $25 per meeting unless you’re an MIHH Patreon donor then it’s $10 a meeting. I’ll post the discount code on the Patreon site) I am not making any money for this plug I’m just a huge fan of their work and Renae Johnson was an awesome guest. 

Phil Stark is a former screenwriter (Dude, Where’s My Car) turned marriage and family therapist. He shares why he made this huge career pivot plus he and Paul discuss passive aggression in relationships and managing the inner critic. Check out his new book, Dude, Where's My Car-tharsis?: A Friendly and Engaging Guide to Talk TherapyFor more about Phil:Website: https://www.starktalk.netAmazon book link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578300842?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860This episode is sponsored by Orgain Organic Plant Protein Powder. For 30% off go to www.Ogain.com/mental30 and use code MENTAL30.If you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture  WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCASTSubscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/p

Paul’s support group friend, Jon Luc, opens up about the ways that school took an incredible mental toll on his life and how being gay in this world has also created challenges. He shares his struggles with addiction, his love for his support group, and how he’s learned to set boundaries in his relationships.This episode is sponsored by Orgain Organic Plant Protein Powder. For 30% off go to www.Ogain.com/mental30 and use code MENTAL30.If you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture  WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCASTSubscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2Spread the word via social media.  It costs nothing.Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is 

Joshua Fields and T.K. Coleman,(@TheMinimalists) better known as two parts of the popular trio, The Minimalists, join Paul to talk about how all the clutter in our lives can affect our minds and offer tips on how to live better with less. More about the Minimalists:www.TheMinimalists.comwww.instagram.com/theminimalistsThis episode is sponsored by 23andMe for the latest offer go to www.23andme.com/mental. Total Health membership includes services initiated and performed by third-party clinicians and lab providers through the 23andMe platform. Additional terms and conditions also apply. See 23andme.com to learn more. Total Health Membership not available to residents of HI, NJ, NY, RI and US territories.If you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture  WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCASTSubscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely hel

We visit the family tree today with Paul Gilmartin’s cousin, Paul Barnard. He shares stories of his past, from losing his baby sister to moving in with an entirely new family when he was 8 years old. He also shares beautiful thoughts on his time caretaking for his wife, who battled cancer for many years. This episode is sponsored by Orgain Organic Plant Protein Powder. For 30% off go to www.Ogain.com/mental30 and use code MENTAL30.The link for the Open Space Therapy Collective LGBTQ+ online support group. (It’s $25 per meeting unless you’re an MIHH Patreon donor then it’s $10 a meeting. I’ll post the discount code on the Patreon site) https://www.openspacetherapycollective.com/lgbtq-adult-support-groupIf you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture  WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCASTSubscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’

David Miklowitz is a Professor of Psychiatry in the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at UCLA. Dr. Miklowitz’s research focuses on bipolar disorder and in this episode he shares the distinct differences between BP1 and BP2 and unpacks myths about bipolar disorder. Look for his new book Living Well with Bipolar Disorder: Practical Strategies for Improving Your Daily Life.More about Dr. Miklowitz and bipolar disorder:His new book is called Living Well With Bipolar Disorderwebsite: https://www.uclahealth.org/david-miklowitzhttps://www.semel.ucla.edu/champ/team/david-miklowitz-phdSupport websitesDepressive and Bipolar Support Alliance: www.dbsalliance.orgInternational Society for Bipolar Disorders  www.isbd.orgThe link for the Open Space Therapy Collective LGBTQ+ online support group. (It’s $25 per meeting unless you’re an MIHH Patreon donor then it’s $10 a meeting. I’ll post the discount code on the Patreon site)https://www.openspacetherapycollective.com/lgbtq-adult-support-groupIf

Elizabeth Husserl (@ElizabethHusserl) is a financial advisor and the author of the new book The Power of Enough: Finding Joy in Your Relationship with Money. She talks about the emotional aspects of money, including comparing yourself to others and blindly accumulating things, and how to find more balance and financial health. More about Elizabeth:Buy her book https://www.amazon.com/Power-Enough-Finding-Relationship-Money/dp/1608689425Follow her on IG @ElizabethHusserlVisit www.ElizabethHusserl.comIf you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture  WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCASTSubscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2Spread the word via social media.  It costs n

Nathan Spiteri (@NathanSpiteri) is an Australian filmmaker, actor, and writer on a mission to eradicate the lingering shame of abuse. As a child, Nathan was sexually and mentally abused for years. He discusses the attachment he felt to his abuser, how he continued the cycle of abuse as an adult, and how he was finally able to see that the pain he was causing others stemmed from his own trauma. Follow Nathan on IG @NathanSpiteriIf you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture  WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCASTSubscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2Spread the word via social media.  It costs nothing.Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is www.Fac

Dr. Kate Truitt is a psychologist and neuroscientist, visiting the show for the second time. In this episode, she opens up about being childless in our current culture and shares personal stories that have shaped her life. She also discusses her research on the amygdala and a healing method called Brain Partnership.More About Dr. TruittCEO & Founder, Dr. Kate Truitt & AssociatesCEO, Trauma Counseling Center of Los AngelesCEO & Founder, The Amy Research FoundationExecutive Director & Founder, The Truitt InstituteYouTube Channel: Empowering Brain Smart Mental Health for AllHealing Workbook: Healing in Your Hands: Self-Havening Exercises to Harness Neuroplasticity, Heal Traumatic Stress, and Build ResilienceNew book! Keep Breathing: A Psychologist’s Intimate Journey Through Loss, Trauma, and Rediscovering LifeIf you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture

Jason O’Mara (@JasonOmaraOfficial) is an Irish-American actor (Band of Brothers, Blood of Zeus) who advocates for mental health and works closely with Movember, an organization that focuses on men’s health, including mental health and suicide prevention. Jason also shares his own story of living with depression and his path to sobriety. For more about Movember go to www.Movember.comFollow Jason on IG @JasonOmaraOfficialThis episode is sponsored by Vimergy. Go to www.Vimergy.com and use offer code MENTAL for free shipping. Save up to 12% with their mix and save program.If you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture  WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCASTSubscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy

Rebecca W is Paul's friend from a support group. She shares her struggles with shyness and low-self esteem and opens up about sex and love addiction as well as her penchant for fantasy. This episode is sponsored by Babbel language learning app. For 60% off your subscription go to www.Babbel.com/Breath. Rules and restrictions may apply.If you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture  WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCASTSubscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2Spread the word via social media.  It costs nothing.Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is www.Facebook.com/mentalpod and our Twitter and Instagram are both @Ment

Franco Vega is the founder of The RightWay Foundation, a nonprofit that helps transition-age foster youth find jobs, stable housing, and mental health support. He shares his own journey, which included being orphaned as a child and struggling with addiction, and ultimately what brought him to establishing this foundation.  For more about Franco and the RightWay Foundation https://www.therightwayfoundation.org/If you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture  WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCASTSubscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2Spread the word via social media.  It costs nothing.Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is www.Facebook.com/men

Dr. Jessi Gold (@DrJessiGold) is the Chief Wellness Officer for the University of Tennessee as well as an Associate Professor of Psychiatry. Her main advocacy focus has been burnout in the healthcare industry, which includes issues like doctors being trained to stuff emotions, increased suicide rates for healthcare workers, and general issues with the overall healthcare system. Look for her book How Do You Feel: One Doctor’s Search For Humanity in MedicineFor more about Jessi: https://www.drjessigold.com/ and her book How Do You Feel https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/How-Do-You-Feel/Jessi-Gold/9781982199777.This episode is sponsored by Vimergy. Go to www.Vimergy.com and use offer code MENTAL for free shipping. Save up to 12% with their mix and save program.  If you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture  WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCAST

Israa Nasir is a therapist and the founder of Well Guide, a digital wellness platform making therapy tools accessible to everyone. She discusses red flags and green flags in terms of mental health and processes for reflection on how to live a life true to who you are. Look for hew new book, Toxic Productivity.Buy Israa’s New Book: TOXIC PRODUCTIVITY: Reclaim Your Time and Emotional Energy in a World That Always Demands More Social Media LinksWebsite: https://www.israanasir.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.guide/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@israajnasir • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/israanasir/For Israa’s Well Guide https://israanasir.substack.com/If you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture  WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCASTSubscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely helpful to have your subscrip

JT was well into adulthood before he was able to come to terms with his anger issues. Today, he’s turned things around with the help of therapy, meditation, and support groups. He opens up about how he realized he had anger issues and offers practical tips on managing anger. More about JTThe workbook that JT mentioned: https://avediancounselingcenter.com/about-2/our-books/Links Paul mentioned to help support the trans community https://www.pointofpride.org/This NYC org throws parties to raise money for Black trans folks rent and surgeries https://www.forthegworls.com/homehttps://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestheculture/2021/11/29/20-trans-poc-led-grassroots-organizations-to-support-on-giving-tuesday/This episode is sponsored by Babbel language learning app. For 60% off your subscription go to www.Babbel.com/Breath. Rules and restrictions may apply.If you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfu

Ethan Sapienza is a clinical social worker and therapist specializing in EMDR and DBT. He discusses the benefits of these modalities and shares practical DBT coping mechanisms that everyone can find useful. More About Ethan and DBT https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/ethan-sapienza-beverly-hills-ca/879732Ethan’s practice's site: https://behavioralpsychstudio.com/-Info on what DBT is: https://www.mcleanhospital.org/essential/dbt-Info on what DBT-PE is: https://dbtpe.org/-An article he wrote breaking down DBT and its trauma adaptations, DBT-PE and DBT-PTSD https://behavioralpsychstudio.com/10389-2/-A resource to find a DBT therapist (this is from one of the major training orgs for DBT called BTech, which Marsha Linehan started): https://behavioraltech.org/find-a-therapist-app/-Info on what E/RP is: https://www.mcleanhospital.org/essential/erp#:~:text=Exposure%20and%20response%20prevention%20therapy%20is%20the%20opposite%20of%20flooding,ability%20to%20handle%20th

Ahmed Al-kadri (@AhmedLovesBread) is a Yemeni-American comedian who is trying to be a better person, a better partner, and a better man. He shares his journey to realizing his addictions and doing the work to change for the better. Check out his new comedy special: Special, Not Special on YouTube. You can see Ahmed’s debut comedy hour, Special Not Special on YouTube nowIf you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture  WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCASTSubscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2Spread the word via social media.  It costs nothing.Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is www.Facebook.com/mentalpod and our Twitter and 

Sepideh Saremi (@runwalktalk) is a psychotherapist and the creator of Run Walk Talk, an innovative approach to therapy that utilizes movement and exercise during your therapy session. Sepideh also shares an intimate portrait of her childhood which includes working through her father’s addictions and abuse as well as living as an undocumented person.Sepideh’s links: runwalktalk.comsepidehsaremi.comInstagram: @runwalktalk@sepidehiswritingIf you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurnitureWAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCASTSubscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2Spread the word via social media.  It costs nothing.Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is www.F

Ruby Cohen Love shares her experience of living with Bipolar I, including extreme mania, hospitalization, and how she takes care of herself now. She also talks about the death cafe movement and her own company, Cafe Mortel, which provides community and conversation relating to mortality. More about Ruby and Cafe Mortel: Café Mortel is a creative platform and production company that reimagines how we think about life, death, and legacy through art, design, and luxury. Visit the website to sign up and stay updated on her upcoming talk show, unique events, and exclusive product launches. Follow her on IG @Cafe.Mortel Visit www.cafemortel.worldThis episode is sponsored by Smalls cat food. For 50% off your first order, head to Smalls.com/MENTAL and use code MENTAL. If you’re interested in seeing and possibly buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is @MIHHfurnitureWAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCASTSubscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’

David Finch (@HoodFinch) is an actor/writer/producer turned full time visual artist. His new book of clever comics (Output of a Perfectionist) draws from the ups and downs of his own life, including his path to sobriety. More about David (including buying his artwork or book of comics Output Of A Perfectionist)www.HoodFinch.comThis episode is sponsored by Babbel language learning app. For 60% off your subscription go to www.Babbel.com/Breath. Rules and restrictions may apply.If you’re interested in seeing and possibly buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is @MIHHfurnitureWAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCASTSubscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2Spread the word via social media.  It costs nothing.Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is www.Faceb