Mind in Pieces
72 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 113 ratingsReal teens, real talk. People love to speculate about teenagers and what goes on inside their minds. As young adults, we all face our own demons even if it may not appear that way from the outside. In this podcast, I sit down with some of my peers to discuss their personal struggles with mental health, academic pressure, trauma, family issues, substance abuse, self-doubt, and more. Artwork by Sam Gundotra.
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Outlet
November 02, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBTherapy is a great outlet for channeling your emotions even when you don't feel like you have much to say. My guest this week is a firm believer in the benefits of therapy, and we talk about academic pressure, mental health, body image, relationships, and more. We discuss sensitive topics like suicide which may be triggering for some listeners. Please use discretion.
Intentional
October 26, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBDealing with depression can often consume your life. This week, I sit down with a friend who has been very intentional in his efforts to cope with his depression. We discuss family, mental health, religion, and more.
Crashing
October 19, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBWhen we constantly put so much pressure on ourselves, all it takes is one little thing to go wrong for our world to come crashing down. This week, I sit down with a friend who knows what it's like to reach that breaking point. We discuss religion, family dynamics, self-worth, mental health, and more.
Invalid
October 12, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 53.3 MB**Trigger Warning** For those of us who struggle with mental health, we often invalidate our experiences by convincing ourselves that we are "faking it" or that "someone else has it worse." This week, I sit down with a friend who often discredits his emotions. We discuss sensitive topics like bullying, food/body image, anxiety, depression, suicide, and self-harm which may be triggering for some listeners. Please use discretion.
Worthless
September 28, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MB**Trigger Warning** When you've been mistreated by others in the past, it's easy to feel like you're worthless. This week, I sit down with a friend to discuss her past trauma, mental health, and sense of self. We discuss sensitive topics like sexual abuse, PTSD, and depression which may be triggering for some listeners. Please use discretion.
Vicious Cycle
September 21, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBIt's easy to get trapped in a vicious cycle where you feel like you can never get out, especially when it comes to mental health. This week, I sit down with a friend to talk about his struggles with mental health, body image, self-worth and more. We discuss sensitive topics like depression and disordered eating which may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion.
"I Love You"
September 14, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 47 MBThis week, my wonderful roommate ventures over to my side of the room to talk about her upbringing and the challenges that have shaped her. We discuss her struggle with identity, self-image, family, and health as well as why she always says, "I love you." Follow @mindinpiecespodcast on Instagram to get notified when new episodes come out!
Boston Update!
September 07, 2020 03:00 - 1 minute - 993 KBI'm finally moved in! For the most up to date info about when new episodes go live, follow @mindinpiecespodcast on Instagram! Thanks for bearing with me guys!
Terrified: Where Are They Now?
August 24, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBThis week, I'm checking back in with my guest from Episode 15 "Terrified" to see what she's dealt with this past year including the trials and tribulations of college. We discuss sensitive topics like anxiety, depression, and body image which may be triggering for some listeners. Please use discretion.
Spiral: Where Are They Now?
August 17, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBThis episode kicks off a series I'll be doing where I check back in with previous podcast guests! These episodes will be labeled as "Season 2" with the name of their original episode in front in case you'd like to go back and listen to it. I'll still be recording regular "Season 1" episodes with new guests, so hopefully that makes things clear. In this episode, we discuss sensitive topics like anxiety, depression, and suicide which may be triggering for some listeners. Please use discretion.
Isolated
August 10, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBWhether you're dealing with something heavy or simply an introverted person, it's easy to become isolated. This week, I sit down with a friend whose music has created what he calls "an addiction to sadness." We discuss sensitive topics like death and suicide which may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion.
Stuck
August 03, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MBFeeling stuck can make it difficult to have hope for the future. This week, I sit down with a friend whose home environment, friendships, and personal struggles made life feel stagnant. We discuss sensitive topics like sexual assault, abuse, suicide, and eating disorders which may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion. For more information about our team and to read the personal stories of survivors, follow @fromsurvivorsforsurvivors and @metoolghs on Instagram.
Suffocating
July 26, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBTrying to keep a part of yourself hidden from others can be suffocating. This week, I sit down with a friend who knows the pain of both keeping a secret and having that secret be exposed by someone else. We discuss sensitive topics like sexual assault which may be triggering for some listeners. Please use discretion.
Blur
July 20, 2020 02:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBLooking back on painful memories can sometimes be a blur as our mind tries to protect us from what we've experienced. This week, I sit down with a friend who knows that feeling to discuss her family dynamic, anxiety, and general fear of the unknown. We discuss sensitive topics that may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion.
Burden
July 13, 2020 02:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBFeeling like you're a burden to those around you can make it difficult to reach out for help. Luckily, my guest this week was able to ignore that voice and seek out the support he needed for dealing with anxiety and depression. We discuss sensitive topics that may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion.
Volcano
July 06, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBSometimes when you don't address what you're feeling, the pressure of your emotions can build up until the point where everything you've been pushing down erupts like a volcano. This week, I sit down with a friend who knows what it's like to have to deal with the consequences of taking your emotions out on other people.
Identity
June 29, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBMany of us struggle to discover who we are, but my guest this week has had to look within himself at a specific aspect of identity —his gender identity. In this episode, we chat about his experiences with divorce, depression, and being transgender. We discuss sensitive topics that may be triggering for some listeners. Please use discretion. This pride month, please consider making a donation to The Trevor Project, an incredible organization that works on suicide prevention for LGBTQ youth: ...
My Journey: Part 2
June 23, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBHere is part 2 of my story. Thanks to Jackson for sitting down with me! Again, we discuss sensitive topics that may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion.
My Journey: Part 1
June 22, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBFor episode 50, I'm finally telling my own story. Stay tuned for part 2 of this episode which will be posted Monday night. Like many other episodes, we discuss sensitive topics that may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion.
Eloping With the Truth
June 15, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBThanks so much to Joyce and Anna for having me on the show! Go check out more episodes from Eloping With the Truth here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/eloping-with-the-truth/id1517290988 If you have any questions that you'd like me to answer in the next episode, you can email me at [email protected].
Black Lives Matter
June 08, 2020 02:00 - 6 minutes - 4.34 MBI wanted to share what I've been feeling. Please give it a listen. Places to donate: https://minnesotafreedomfund.org/donate https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ms_blm_homepage_2019 https://www.joincampaignzero.org/#vision More resources in the doc below: https://docs.google.com/document/u/1/d/1vkPBXUG7pir7Ap824g-Hb8xOncHBhMaKBa2V5YvaPPM/mobilebasic
Spiderweb
June 01, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 60.5 MB**Trigger Warning** This episode contains graphic discussions about eating disorders and suicide. Please use discretion. My guest this week has battled her own mind for many years, and she describes her thought patterns as spiderwebs, branching off of one another and quickly becoming more complex.
Perspective
May 25, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBYour perspective can shape the way you view the world. This week, I sit down with a friend who always tries to understand where others are coming from, and we discuss dealing with injuries, body image, race, and more.
Sacrifice
May 18, 2020 02:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBSometimes you have to give up things that you love on your journey towards a greater goal. My guest this week knows how difficult it can be to make sacrifices, but he also knows that it's often these sacrifices that make it all the more rewarding in the end.
Loss
March 23, 2020 02:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBLoss is a difficult thing to process. Whether it's losing a loved one, a relationship, or even a past self, it can sometimes feel impossible to move on. This week, I sit down with a friend who has experienced loss in various forms, yet she maintains a positive outlook on life.
Tell Your Story: Part 1
March 17, 2020 02:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBWe all have a right to tell our story. Being able to talk to others about what you've experienced can help with healing from traumatic events. In this episode, we discuss sensitive topics that may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion.
Tell Your Story: Part 2
March 17, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 49.6 MBThis is Part 2 of Episode 45 "Tell Your Story." In this part of the episode, my guest and I take a deep dive into the topic of race and how his racial identity has shaped him.
Sunshine Person
March 09, 2020 03:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MBSometimes the people who bring the most light and sunshine to our lives are dealing with their own darkness. This week, I sit down with a friend who is known for her vibrant personality to discuss her anxiety, insecurities, and upbringing.
Elephant in the Room
March 02, 2020 02:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBStanding out from the crowd can feel uncomfortable, even when it's part of what makes you unique. This week, I sit down with a friend whose unorthodox life path and strong work ethic have helped guide him toward achieving his goals.
Common Denominator
February 17, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MBWhen you feel like your relationships are always falling apart, it's easy to wonder if you might actually be the problem. After all, you are the common denominator. This week, I sit down with a friend to discuss relationships, family issues, and destructive thought patterns.
Problem
February 10, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBFeeling like you're causing problems for people you care about can be a heavy burden to carry. This week, I sit down with a friend who has experienced just that, and we discuss battling burnout, struggling with family life, and using drugs and alcohol.
Unicorn
February 03, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 49.8 MBWe all experience dark times in our lives, but it's the way we deal with those times that makes the greatest difference. This week's guest is a unicorn – she has the special ability to approach even the most painful experiences with positivity. We discuss sensitive topics that may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion.
Judged
January 20, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MBFeeling judged by others can do serious damage to your self-esteem. This week, I sit down with a friend who has felt judged for his physical appearance, his speech, and his overall personality. We discuss self-worth, friendship, and the college application process.
You Matter
January 13, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBMany of us have experienced feelings of worthlessness, and sometimes we need someone to remind us that we matter. This week, I sit down with a friend of mine to talk about feeling like you're broken, seeking validation from others, and learning to appreciate your journey. We discuss sensitive topics that may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion.
Alpha
December 23, 2019 02:00 - 1 hour - 48 MBWe all seek ways of validating ourselves, and sometimes that means putting up a front to prove to others that we are worthy. This week, I sit down with a friend who had a troubled upbringing to dive into the way he's coped with his issues and what he's learned along the way. We discuss sensitive topics that may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion.
Respect
December 16, 2019 02:00 - 55 minutes - 38.5 MB"Be forgiving, be understanding, but don't be a fool." Compassion is always important, but there comes a time when you have to stand up to those who don't treat you with respect. This week, I sit down with a friend whose experiences have taught her how to advocate for herself and for others. We discuss family, identity, relationships, and more.
Outsider
December 09, 2019 01:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBNo one ever wants to feel like an outsider. We all just want to be accepted, so sometimes we alter aspects of ourselves in an effort to fit in. My guest this week is very familiar with that feeling of being an outsider. We talk about being forced to adapt, family dynamics, and difficult friend situations. We discuss sensitive topics that may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion.
Shrapnel
November 27, 2019 02:00 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBShrapnel can inflict wounds that last a lifetime. This week, I sit down with a friend whose family dynamics have affected many other areas of her life and shaped how she sees the world. We also discuss academic pressure, self-worth, and the path to finding yourself.
Not Good Enough
November 18, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBFeeling like you aren't good enough can be crippling. It can lead you to doubt yourself in every moment and question why you even bother trying. Fighting this feeling is difficult enough as it is, but sometimes life circumstances can make it even harder. This week I sit down with a friend to discuss sexuality, family, depression, and more. We discuss sensitive topics that may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion.
Trauma
November 11, 2019 01:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MBHealing from trauma is never an easy process. As painful as it is, sometimes the best thing we can do for ourselves is to work through those traumatic experiences. This week, I sit down with a friend who is doing just that as she tries to confront issues from her past. We discuss sensitive topics that may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion.
Honest
November 04, 2019 00:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBBeing your authentic self can be hard, especially if you feel like others will see you as "different." This week, I sit down with a friend who values honesty above all else. We discuss transitioning to high school, party culture, drug use, and forming meaningful relationships.
Exposure
October 28, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBWe are always told that the only way to get over our fears is by facing them, however, that is easier said than done especially for those struggling with OCD. This week, I sit down with a friend who is intimately aware of the pain that comes along with OCD, anxiety, and depression. We discuss sensitive topics that may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion.
Okay
October 21, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MBSometimes the only way to get through the tough parts of life is to remember that ultimately, everything will be okay. This week, I sit down with a friend who keeps this idea in mind, especially when he deals with anxiety. We discuss family dynamics, childhood trauma, relationships, and more.
Breakdown
October 14, 2019 00:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBThere are times when life feels simply unbearable. We all use different coping mechanisms to try to deal with these low periods, but sometimes these coping mechanisms create new problems of their own. This week, I sit down with my first guest from the class of 2020 to discuss what she's been through. We discuss sensitive topics that may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion.
Pain
September 30, 2019 00:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MBPain is something we all experience at one point or another, but some of us must deal with it on a daily basis. This week, I sit down with a friend who has spent a lot of time battling her health and knows just how easily pain can take over your life.
Selfish
September 16, 2019 00:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MBWe all have characteristics about ourselves that we aren't proud of; the question is whether or not we are willing to put in the effort to change them. This week, I sit down with a friend to discuss how he has matured over the years and what he's learned from the mistakes he's made.
Joy
September 09, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBThis week, I sit down with a friend who is learning how to find joy in her life. Her journey to this point has not been an easy one, but she keeps moving forward despite the obstacles that have appeared along the way. We discuss sensitive topics that may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion.
Growth
September 02, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBGrowth is about becoming the person you want to be, but sometimes, that means leaving things behind. This week, I sit down with an old friend who has learned a lot about herself over the past several years. We discuss sensitive topics that may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion.
Appreciation
August 26, 2019 00:00 - 55 minutes - 38.5 MBWith all that we deal with, it can sometimes be difficult to take a moment to be grateful for what we have. This week, I sit down with a friend whose outlook on life remains centered around positivity even when he encounters obstacles along the way.
Spiral
August 19, 2019 00:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBSometimes our thoughts can get the best of us. This week, I sit down with a friend who knows that being a deep thinker can be both a blessing and a curse. We discuss anxiety, friendship, and loneliness.