Kristen, CHILL OUT.

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#20 OCD, Intrusive Thoughts and, Kyle! Sep 07, 2017

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This week, Kristen has Kyle back and they discuss Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, weird ticks they have and superstitions. They also have the best/worst Who's Sadder debate in the show's history along with a conversation about releasing the suicide episode. They also discuss Christine Chubbuck, the news reporter who committed suicide on air in 1974.

#19 Getting into Flow, Gray Skies and MORE ANXIETY Sep 01, 2017

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This week on Mentally Ch(ill), Kristen, sans a guest, talks about achieving flow as a way to forget about life for a while. She also gets into the color gray, Chelsea Handler's anxiety and why smart people are usually the sad ones. And, of course debates with herself in "Who's Sadder." Thank you to everyone who has donated on Patreon!

#18 Social Anxiety, Making the Guest Sad and Coffee Aug 24, 2017

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In the 18th episode Kyle, who shared the title of “Class Clown” with Kristen joins the show. They talk about social anxiety, lost dreams and where to get good coffee to wake your brain up. Also, an extra Who’s Sadder and how Instagram behavior can show if a user is depressed. Our apologies for hitting the table and the mic over and over.

#17 PTSD and My Friend Jen Aug 18, 2017

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In this episode of Mentally Ch(ill), Kristen talks with "resident show consultant" Jen about PTSD and how convicted murderer Jodi Arias tried to use it in her defense. They also list 13 Reasons Why NOT and debate "Who's Sadder" from some beloved sitcoms of the 90's. Also, shout out to everyone who sent in intro jingles.

#16 Me, Myself and I... Wish Stevie Was Here Aug 10, 2017

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In this episode, Kristen sits down with herself. She talks about Stevie's memorial, her experience reaching out to her through a medium, SNL and "Dr. Death's" paintings. Please share the show with a friend. Enjoy!

#15 Mike Carano, Anger and Avoidance Behavior Aug 03, 2017

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Kristen chats with her favorite person in LA, Mike Carano. He's a podcaster and photographer but should be a comedian. They talk about having similar brains that can never be happy. They also chat about how gut bacteria effects your emotions and Bettie Page, the infamous pinup model who most don't know, ended up in a mental institution.

#14 Jeff Garlin, ADHD and Smiling at Yourself Jul 27, 2017

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Kristen sits down with Jeff and finds out he's been on Lexapro for 5 years. She also finds out that he smiles at himself every morning which in turn makes him smile more. Hopefully this is the start of a new morning routine for Kristen and for you.

#13 Neal Brennan Jul 21, 2017

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The first show back since Stevie's death. Stevie loved Neal and would have been thrilled to have him on. He and Kristen discuss Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, not being so hard on yourself and stand up comedy.

#12 RIP Stevie - Beautiful Butterfly Jul 04, 2017

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In this episode, Kristen discusses Stevie and the future of the podcast. Love you Stevie. Apologies for all the background noise.

#11 Death, Grieving & Lithium Jun 29, 2017

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In this week episode we discuss the death of Stevie's Grandfather and how losing someone close can affect your depression. Also, lithium.