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291: Surviving Sandy Hook and The Lifelong Journey of Healing with Ella Seaver Mar 19, 2025

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Trigger Warning: discussion of mass shootings. In this powerful episode, I sit down with Sandy Hook survivor, Ella Seaver, to discuss the lasting impact of gun violence on mental health, the importance of activism, and the need for change in gun laws. We explore her journey of healing, the challenges of leaving her supportive community for college, and how she's found purpose in pain through advocacy. This conversation sheds light on the often-overlooked mental health consequences of mass shootings and offers a unique perspective on gun violence from someone who experienced it firsthand.

Key Takeaway / Points:

The lasting mental health impact of surviving a mass shooting
Challenges of leaving a supportive community after experiencing trauma
The importance of therapy and mental health resources for survivors
How activism can provide purpose in pain and healing for survivors
The need for an assault weapon bans
The "spiderweb effect" of gun violence on families and communities
Ella’s journey towards healing and finding her voice
The role of therapy and grounding techniques in managing PTSD symptoms
The impact of "thoughts and prayers" versus actionable change

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290: On Building Your Village, Navigating PPD, and Getting Her Pink Back with Allison Kuch Mar 12, 2025

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In this episode, I sit down with Allison Kuch to discuss her journey through postpartum depression, the challenges of building a community as an NFL wife, and her transition to content creation. We dive deep into the realities of new motherhood, sleep deprivation, and the guilt that often accompanies parenting decisions. Allison opens up about her struggles with mental health as a new mom, the importance of finding your village, and how moving back to California helped her regain her sense of self.

Key Takeaway / Points:

Allison’s experience with postpartum depression
The challenges of building a community as an NFL wife
Transitioning from NFL life to full-time content creation
The importance of finding your "village" as a new parent
Navigating sleep deprivation with a 14-month-old
Dealing with mom guilt and setting boundaries
The impact of environment on mental health
Balancing work and motherhood as content creators
Allison’s journey to "get her pink back" after having a baby
The pros and cons of sharing children on social media
The importance of self-care and maintaining identity as a parent

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289: Navigating Reproductive Grief, Pregnancy Loss, and The Emotional Impact of Fertility Challenges with Dr. Molly Burrets Mar 05, 2025

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Trigger Warning: Discussion of Infertility and Pregnancy Loss

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Molly Burrets, a clinical psychologist and fertility expert, to discuss reproductive grief and the emotional challenges of infertility. We explore the concept of reproductive grief, its impact on individuals and relationships, and strategies for coping with fertility struggles. Dr. Burrets shares her personal journey with secondary infertility, IVF, and the complexities of navigating pregnancy after loss. We discuss the importance of setting boundaries, finding joy amidst grief, and how to support loved ones experiencing fertility challenges. This conversation offers insights for anyone touched by infertility or reproductive loss, and provides a compassionate perspective on an often misunderstood and deeply personal journey.

Key Takeaway / Points:

Defining reproductive grief and its impact
Dr. Burrets’s personal journey with secondary infertility and IVF
The emotional toll of canceled IVF cycles and pregnancy loss
Strategies for coping with fertility struggles and finding joy
How to support friends experiencing infertility or loss
The importance of setting boundaries during fertility treatments
Navigating pregnancy after loss and managing anxiety
The complexities of grief even after successful pregnancy
Finding ways to fill your cup and prioritize self-care during fertility struggles

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288: Bachelorette Planning, Mars 2112, Tunafish Thoughts, and Where the F*ck are the Eggs?? Feb 28, 2025

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In this bonus episode with Lucy, we chat about everything from whether we want to get Botox to our dream blunt rotations. Lucy talks about how she’s feeling four months out from her wedding, the looks she wants for her bachelorette and wedding weekend, and a great vintage clothing idea for bachelorette gifts. We give our thoughts on The White Lotus and SNL 50, reminisce on beloved childhood restaurants like Mars 2112, and share which books we’re reading and loving right now. We debate over tunafish, wonder where the f*ck all the eggs are, and chat about FF Fam members catching Lucy and Joe on a “date”.

Key Takeaway / Points:

On my wayward eyebrow and whether Botox is worth it
On being four months out from Lucy’s wedding
On the looks Lucy wants for her bachelorette and wedding weekend
On bachelorette merch and using vintage clothing as gifts
Thoughts on The White Lotus, SNL50, Severance, and Apple Cider Vinegar
On Mars 2112 and childhood restaurants
On dream blunt rotations
On books we’re reading right now and Julianne Moore’s banned book Grocery store shortages
On hating vs. loving tuna

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287: Solo: How I Work Towards a Healthy and Happy Mind and Body Feb 26, 2025

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In this solo episode, I unpack my mental health trajectory from childhood to now, and how I’ve moved through several different cycles of anxiety, depression, and postpartum journeys. I share what it was like growing up in a high-anxiety household, how anxiety became my baseline throughout college and into my working life, and how I was often rewarded for my high-performance anxiety. I talk about how a post-concussion doctor’s appointment made me understand my anxiety differently, how I began taking anxiety medication, and what my medication experience has looked like for both pregnancies. I also share my experiences with postpartum anxiety and depression, intrusive thoughts, and ADHD, how I moved through these stages of my mental health, and what my mental health looks like right now, from non-negotiables throughout my day; to what I’m currently striving for towards a healthy, happy mind and body.

Key Takeaway / Points:

On growing up in an anxious household
On being rewarded for high-performance anxiety
How I moved through my anti-anxiety medication journey
On going on Sertraline while pregnant
On dealing with postpartum anxiety, intrusive thoughts and PTSD from my former head trauma
On experiencing my second pregnancy and how my mental health was different
On my decision to finally go on ADHD medication
My non-negotiables for prioritizing my mental health
My current challenge with tending to all my buckets

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286: Amanda Batula: Overcoming Depression & Summer House Confessions Feb 19, 2025

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In this episode, I sit down with Amanda Batula from Summer House to talk about what we can expect for this upcoming season of the show, what her experience has been as a public figure on reality television, and what it’s like watching herself onscreen. Amanda shares her journey with depression and how going on medication changed her life, creating her new swimsuit line, and the outside pressure she feels to have kids and start a family. We also chat about what it feels like to constantly have the cameras around on Summer House, whether she rewatches the episodes, and play a game of “Truth or Sip” where Amanda spills more about Summer House.

Key Takeaway / Points:

On what we can expect for this upcoming season of Summer House
On the Summer House gender divide
On having a publicly scrutinized relationship
Amanda’s journey with depression and anxiety
On having honest conversations with her friends about her depression
On rewatching Ciara talk to her about her relationship on Summer House
On building her swim suit line with South Moon Under
How a spouse can help when their partner is struggling with their mental health
On the outside pressure to have kids and start a family
On Amanda’s experience with being filmed on Summer House and being vulnerable with cameras around
On watching yourself onscreen
What it’s like having her husband fight with her friends
On listener questions: Amanda’s style inspiration, how being on reality tv has affected her self esteem, favorite munchies snack
Playing Truth or Sip

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285: Building a Wellness Brand from Scratch with Stakt Co-founders Millie Blumka and Taylor Borenstein Feb 12, 2025

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In this episode, I sit down with Stakt co-founders Millie Blumka and Taylor Borenstein to talk about how they grew their wellness brand, from recognizing a gap in the at-home fitness market to going on Shark Tank and pitching their foldable yoga mat. They explain what a “hero product” is, how they developed the Stakt weights, and how they navigate being friends and business partners. They also share what they would’ve done differently in the beginning of starting their business, what they know now about being business owners, how they prioritize their wellness every day, and much more.

Key Takeaway / Points:

How Taylor and Millie recognized a gap in the market and founded Stakt
On Taylor and Millie’s experience on Shark Tank
How they developed the Stakt weights
Why partnerships have been crucial for their brand
How they navigate being friends and business partners
What they would’ve done differently in the beginning of their business and what they know now about being business owners
The invention ideas we have for our fantasy side-hustles
How they prioritize wellness in their daily routines
How we feel about Onyx Storm

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284: Intentional Movement Changes Everything with B the Method Founder, Lia Bartha Feb 05, 2025

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In this episode, I sit down with B the Method founder Lia Bartha to discuss how being intentional with our movement is one of the most pivotal and life-affirming practices we can give ourselves. Lia shares how reconnecting as a couple after you have kids is all about releasing judgment and finding what works for you, and how becoming a mother really made her work on making space for herself. She talks about how growing up in Hawaii shaped her relationship to movement, how she came to pilates and how it transformed the way she exercised, and how she started carving out a career as a fitness instructor. Finally, we discuss how she created the movements that formed B the Method, how important intention and form are in your workouts, why it’s essential to engage the pelvic floor for sexual health and digestion, and more.

Key Takeaway / Points:

On reconnecting with your partner after having children and finding what works for you as a couple
On Lia’s experience with becoming a mother and working on making space for herself
How our stress manifests physically
How growing up in Hawaii shaped Lia’s relationship to movement
How she came to pilates and how it changed the way she exercised
On shifting to a career in pilates and carving out a business
On creating the movements that formed B the Method
On the power of intention and form in your workouts
On the importance of engaging the pelvic floor for sexual health and digestion
Why pelvic health isn’t just important for pregnancy and postpartum
On wellness trends Lia is loving and the ones she can’t get behind

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283: My Unexpected Journey with Psychedelic Therapy with My Sister, Lucy Jan 31, 2025

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Welcome to our new monthly bonus episodes with Lucy! Expect one every last Friday of the month. Today we dive into my recent psychedelic mushroom experience, play a “Can I Name this Celebrity” game, and talk about how Lucy thought her life was over with the TikTok ban.

Key Takeaway / Points:

• My psychedelic mushroom journey and its therapeutic potential

• Playing a celebrity recognition game

• Discussing Lucy’s TikTok usage and the impact of its recent ban

• Wondering where and how hair growth stops

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282: “Who Am I Now?” Matrescence and Identity Crises After Becoming a Mom with Psychotherapist Elizabeth Baron Jan 29, 2025

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In this episode, I sit down with Elizabeth Baron, a maternal mental health psychotherapist, to discuss all things matrescence: the physical and psychological changes that come from being a mother. Elizabeth shares the history of the term, how matrescence is a long-term journey, and how overwhelming feelings of ambivalence can play a role. We talk about the “apology tour” of motherhood, the range of experiences that can come from matrescence, and why grief over leaving your pre-motherhood life is natural. She also shares why the four to six month postpartum mark is often significant for mothers, what the “Ghost in the Nursery” paper reveals about reparenting ourselves, how we can allow our children to become who they are, and more.

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