Mental Health Episodes

In this So Frickin’ Mini, Megan and Danna keep it simple: a quick, honest chat about why meditation can feel impossible (especially if you think you’re “supposed to think about nothing”), followed by a 10-minute guided practice from Gretchen Larsen. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s training your body back into rest and digest, one breath at a time. Gretchen’s Breath and Heartful Awareness meditation invites you to settle into a comfortable position, use your breath as an anchor, and gently bring ...

Is your home secretly draining your energy without you even realizing it? In this follow-up episode with interior designer Jessica Blanco, we dive deep into how to design spaces that actually work for neurodivergent brains and those with sensory sensitivities. Jessica explains that while everyone has sensory sensitivities, a neurotypical brain filters them automatically. A neurodiverse brain? Not so much. It wants to examine all the sensory input it's getting—which is why that flickering LED li...

Ever feel like your living space is draining your energy instead of restoring it? In this episode, we sit down with interior designer Jessica Blanco to explore the powerful connection between our physical environments and mental wellbeing. Jessica brings a unique perspective, having transitioned from 20 years in education to interior design, where she noticed that how we start our day in our spaces carries with us through everything else. Whether you're living in a small apartment or a large ho...

Burnout is a beast, and we’re diving straight into the chaos of it in this episode. Danna's bravely sharing her personal saga, and trust me, it’s a wild ride through the trenches of exhaustion, identity crises, and a whole lot of tears – sorry, not sorry for the overshare, but it's real! Spoiler alert: no amount of yoga or green smoothies is gonna fix this mess, folks. We chat about how burnout isn't just about feeling tired; it messes with your whole being. So grab your coffee, or maybe someth...

Ever felt like burnout steamrolled your life—and now you're supposed to just “bounce back” to work like nothing happened? Yeah… no. In this episode, we’re getting all the way real with HR expert and mental health first aid instructor Karina Schneider. We’re talking about the actual differences between stress, burnout, and depression (yes, they’re not the same thing), what to do when work is the thing that broke you, and how to re-enter the workplace without losing your damn mind. Whether you’r...

The Future of Psychedelic Medicine: Insights with Mark Haden This comprehensive discussion delves into the world of psychedelics and their potential in therapeutic settings, particularly for treating mental health conditions like depression and PTSD. Danna & Megan explore the work of Mark Haden, a prominent figure in psychedelic research, who shares his extensive experience and the promising results of using substances like MDMA, psilocybin, and ketamine in clinical trials. Haden discusses th...

This episode dives into the intricate experiences of health coach and co-host, Danna, and her family's battles with various health crises including her son Sky’s diagnosis with an eating disorder, ARFID, resulting from a phobia. The complex journey had a profound impact on the family's emotional, mental, and physical well-being along with Danna’s professional life, leading her to face burnout and fall into a depressive state. The episode covers the challenges of addressing mental health and Dan...

Hey there! In this episode of So Frickin' Healthy, we're chatting with http://arjanna.com/ (Ajanna van der Plas) about Long Covid. We're getting personal as Ajanna shares her experience dealing with symptoms like coughing, shortness of breath, and extreme fatigue. We're also diving into the daily struggles of managing Long Covid, like juggling work and parenting responsibilities, and the importance of keeping an eye on your energy levels. We'll touch on the clinical diagnosis of Long Covid, which is based on symptoms instead of blood tests. Plus, we'll give you the lowdown on the different symptoms and severity levels people can experience. Tune in and join the conversation! Connect with Arjanna through https://www.womenshub.de/en (Women's Hub) or as part of her collaboration with business partner, Nele, at https://www.cluvervanderplas.com/ (Clüver and van der Plas Coaching and Consulting). Support the show! Consider buying us a cup of tea if you found value in this episode: https://w…

Andrea's motto is "I don't do hustle!" Join Megan and Danna as we learn about Andrea, the No Hustle Club, and why you should consider ditching work-life balance. Connect with Andrea: https://www.andreacristancho.com/ (https://www.andreacristancho.com/) Scroll to the bottom of her page to find the 27 well-being tips and tools to get you to practice self-care daily as a thriving founder. Support the show! Consider buying us a cup of tea if you found value in this episode: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sofrickinhealth (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sofrickinhealth) Donate to Ukraine: https://u24.gov.ua/ (https://u24.gov.ua/) Get notified of our live shows and when we drop a new episode: https://mybestself.ck.page/e814756ca5 Links in Bio: https://linktr.ee/sofrickinhealthy 00:00:00 Introduction 00:07:53 What does Hustle mean? 00:11:20 Positive vs. Negative Hustle 00:15:17 How to run a business without Hustle! 00:17:59 Andrea's Burnout Story 00:27:14 Defining Work-Life Balance 00:33:58 Tips …

In this episode of So Frickin' Healthy, join us as we talk with Martin Daubney, a psychological coach based in Basel Switzerland, we talk about stress, how to manage it, how it can derail your overall health, and the importance of breathing in managing your lifestyle. Check out Martin's new book, https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61251106-clear-your-head-to-get-ahead?ac=1andfrom_search=trueandqid=5pzt3mBG3wandrank=5 (Clear Your Head to Get Ahead: The Antidote to Stress), available on https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B34QPZRB/ref=x_gr_bb_amazon?ie=UTF8andtag=x_gr_bb_amazon-20andlinkCode=as2andcamp=1789andcreative=9325andcreativeASIN=B0B34QPZRBandSubscriptionId=1MGPYB6YW3HWK55XCGG2 (Amazon) and https://www.bookdepository.com/Clear-Your-Head-Get-Ahead-Martin-Daubney/9783952567913?ref=grid-viewandqid=1662363833009andsr=1-1 (Book Depository). If you love us and the show, please take a screenshot of this episode you're listening to right now and share it on your Facebook Stories. And w…

In this episode of So Frickin' Healthy, join us as we talk with Anna Stando about gratitude, all the different ways in which you can practice gratitude every single day, how gratitude can make you more resilient and how you can experience all of it in my gratitude challenge. Check out https://mygratitudechallenge.com/ (mygratitudechallenge.com) to sign up for an upcoming challenge! If you love us and the show, please take a screenshot of this episode you're listening to right now and share it on your Facebook stories. And when you do be sure to tag @sofrickinhealthy so we can see that you're listening! Sharing on stories is going to help more people find this podcast, so they too can be So Frickin' Healthy! And if you really love the show, head over to Apple podcasts right now and leave So Frickin' healthy a review to give it a boost. Get notified when we schedule a live show or when we drop a new episode: https://anchor.fm/dashboard/episode/e1tq02q/metadata/edit (https://mybestself.c…

In this episode of So Frickin’ Healthy, we have a wonderful conversation with Lesley Calvo, a mindset and energy coach. We dive into using non-traditional ways to deal with depression and anxiety to help you lead a happier, healthier life. Lesley is offering our listeners a free 30-minute limiting belief-busting session! https://www.lesleycalvo.com/ (https://www.lesleycalvo.com/) https://linktr.ee/sofrickinhealthy (https://linktr.ee/sofrickinhealthy) Get notified when we schedule a live show or when we drop a new episode: https://anchor.fm/dashboard/episode/e1tq02q/metadata/edit (https://mybestself.ck.page/e814756ca5) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/so-frickin-healthy/message