Optimistically Depressed
97 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsOptimistically Depressed is a platform where mental health, hurt, life philosophies and anything in between can be discussed without shame.
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Marc Boudreau on Finding Life's Path, Anxiety Sweats and Flipping Burgers | Ep. 44
August 15, 2019 21:31 - 1 hour - 184 MBMarc Boudreau of Brand New View Podcast joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss the last decade of his life and how he got to where he is. We also spoke about how we both get anxiety sweat, flipping burgers and even managed to get a Just Friends reference in. Need I say more? Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.co...
Jessica Wypper on Managing Chronic Illnesses & Mental Health | Ep. 43
August 08, 2019 02:17 - 52 minutes - 94.3 MBJessica Wypper joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss the nature of her life-changing chronic illnesses and how she manages them and combats their effect on her mental health. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is...
Sid Kosatsky and Emma Vaasjo on Marriage, Amicable Separation and Polyamory | Ep. 42
July 30, 2019 23:58 - 1 hour - 105 MBSid and Emma join Optimistically Depressed to talk about their relationship, marriage, changes of lifestyle, separation, and how they remained loving friends through it all. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the ...
Tracey Hackett on Grief and Living On | Ep. 41
July 26, 2019 20:51 - 1 hour - 114 MBTracey Hackett joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss the loss of her mother and how she chose to let it change her life for the better. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically ...
Thomas Taggart on Medication and Meaning | Ep. 40
July 19, 2019 01:13 - 1 hour - 118 MBThomas Taggart joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss the process of adjusting medication for depression and how it affects day to day life while pursuing more meaning in our existence. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth M...
Emma Jane Morris on Trauma | Ep. 39
July 17, 2019 01:46 - 1 hour - 119 MBEmma Jane Morris joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss trauma and how it affects us at different stages in our lives. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podca...
Emma on Trauma | Ep. 39
July 17, 2019 01:46 - 1 hour - 119 MBEmma joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss trauma and how it affects us at different stages in our lives. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where men...
Diana Jean Lewis on Leaning Into Discomfort | Ep. 38
July 05, 2019 00:32 - 1 hour - 116 MBDiana Jean Lewis joins Optimistically Depressed to talk about taking control of your life and leaning into discomfort. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast...
Brock Jorgensen on Anxiety, Depression and Overcoming Life's Obstacles | Ep. 37
June 28, 2019 02:36 - 1 hour - 141 MBNew Brunswick photographer Brock Jorgensen joins Optimistically Depressed to speak about anxiety, depression and overcoming life's obstacles. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimisticall...
Ruthy's Rumination: Prenatal and Postpartum Depression
June 26, 2019 20:58 - 20 minutes - 36.8 MBOptimistically is starting a new segment called Ruthy's Rumination, where Ruth talks about anything from personal experiences to her ever-developing and changing views and thoughts on different subjects. In this episode, Ruth talks about her personal encounter with prenatal and postpartum depression.
Harry De Rose on Life Challenges and Change | Ep. 36
June 20, 2019 23:36 - 59 minutes - 108 MBHarry De Rose joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss events in his life which led him to conclude he needed to make changes in his outlook and behaviour. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host o...
Michael Williston and Pushing Through Mental Illness | Ep. 35
June 13, 2019 22:31 - 56 minutes - 104 MBMichael joins Optimistically Depressed for round two and discusses the importance of pushing through hard days but also balancing those with the dangers of acting like you're ok when you aren't. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: R...
Natalie Parsons on Assault & Soul Coaching | Ep. 34
June 06, 2019 23:26 - 57 minutes - 104 MBNatalie Parsons joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss past traumatic events and how she found spirituality for healing. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a pod...
Raina Kahn on Rough Childhoods, Depression and Complicated Relationships | Ep. 33
May 31, 2019 16:40 - 1 hour - 177 MBRaina Kahn joins Optimistically Depressed for round two where we discuss rough childhoods, the effects of depression on relationships and much more. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optim...
Pain & Tragedy with Ruth & Sean McMullen | Ep. 32
May 22, 2019 23:13 - 27 minutes - 51.3 MBRuth and Sean discuss the past week and a half after receiving heartbreaking news. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental health, hurt, life phil...
Ryan McMullen on Social Anxiety, Family and Self-Motivation | Ep. 31
May 16, 2019 00:17 - 31 minutes - 54.5 MBRyan McMullen joins Optimistically Depressed to talk about his experiences with social anxiety back in high school, the importance of family, motivating himself and what mental health looks like to him. Special guest introduction to the episode from Ruth's husband Sean as she is away this week in Ontario. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Faceboo...
Dr. Nikole MacLellan, ND on Burnout | Ep. 30
May 09, 2019 13:59 - 1 hour - 126 MBDr. Nikole MacLellan, ND joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss burnout and its chemical and physical effects. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where...
Joel Muise and Anxiety, Depression and Therapy | Ep. 29
May 03, 2019 00:25 - 1 hour - 182 MBJoel Muise joined Optimistically Depressed to talk about anxiety and depression and effective ways to deal with each. Joel founded Tranquility Online, where their mission is to help those who are living with anxiety get access to adequate help in a way that is: Affordable, Timely, Stigma-free, Personal and Accessible. Check them out at https://www.tranquility.app/ Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram:...
Nadia LaCroix and Acupuncture, Anxiety & Near Death Experiences | Ep. 28
April 25, 2019 20:08 - 1 hour - 115 MBNadia LaCroix joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss acupuncture and how it is connected to the mind and body. She also discusses her brush with death and how she made it through the mental hurdles of dealing with it. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optml...
Michael Williston on Happiness, Drugs & Religion | Ep. 27
April 24, 2019 00:34 - 1 hour - 122 MBMichael Williston joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss happiness, drugs, toxic masculinity and religion.
Robin Vargas on Divorce, Self-Confidence and Growing Up With Little | Ep. 26
April 18, 2019 15:39 - 1 hour - 172 MBRobin Vargas joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss divorce and self-confidence and we both share some of our childhoods and their similarities. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimi...
Kirsten Aitken on Drug Abuse & Suicide | Ep. 25
April 16, 2019 15:11 - 1 hour - 135 MBKirsten Aitken joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss drug abuse, depression, anxiety and suicide. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where mental hea...
Graeme Gillis on Family Relationships & Anxiety | Ep. 24
April 11, 2019 15:10 - 1 hour - 114 MBGraeme Gillis joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss some of his family relationships and his experience with anxiety. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podca...
Mohammed Najim on Culture & Respect | Ep. 23
April 09, 2019 12:40 - 1 hour - 132 MBMo joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss the importance of respect, his experiences with different cultures, and being on his own. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depre...
Tyler Simmonds on Depression & Inspiration | Ep. 22
April 04, 2019 14:48 - 1 hour - 115 MBTyler Simmonds joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss his battle with depression and rising up through social constructs to achieve his dreams. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimist...
Emma and Anorexia | Ep. 21
April 03, 2019 00:22 - 1 hour - 130 MBEmma returns to Optimistically Depressed to talk about her personal experience with anorexia and also share the medical side of the eating disorder. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optim...
Emma Jane Morris and Anorexia | Ep. 21
April 03, 2019 00:22 - 1 hour - 130 MBEmma returns to Optimistically Depressed to talk about her personal experience with anorexia and also share the medical side of the eating disorder. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optim...
Kate Shaw & the Glorification of Alcohol | Ep. 20
March 29, 2019 00:57 - 1 hour - 121 MBKate Shaw joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss the glorification of alcohol and how easily we can slip into its dangers. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a ...
Grace MacMillan & Borderline Personality Disorder | Ep. 19
March 27, 2019 00:41 - 59 minutes - 107 MBOptimistically Depressed gets to talk to Grace MacMillan about Borderline Personality Disorder, depression and the stuff Optimistically Depressed is up to. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host o...
Quirky and/or Queer & Coping Insights with TeeJohnny | Ep. 18
March 21, 2019 12:42 - 1 hour - 122 MBTeeJohny of Quirky and/or Queer joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss journalling, do some joking and explore other coping mechanisms for depression and anxiety. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator ...
Emma Bonang on Losing a Sibling, Grief and the Importance of Being Kind | Ep. 17
March 20, 2019 01:26 - 49 minutes - 93.6 MBEmma Bonang joins Optimistically Depressed to talk about her experience with losing a sibling and grieving at a young age. She also talks about the importance of being kind because, after all, we don't know the battles someone else is facing. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: htt...
Fawn Logan-Young: Questions on Parenthood and Self-Identity | Ep. 16
March 14, 2019 23:29 - 1 hour - 120 MBFawn discusses the questions she has regarding parenthood with Optimistically Depressed and shares her struggles with self-identity while growing up. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optim...
Raina Khan on an Eventful Childhood & Mental Health | Ep. 15
March 12, 2019 22:22 - 1 hour - 183 MBRaina Khan joins Optimistically Depressed and shares her eventful childhood along with the events leading up to the realization that her mental health wasn't where it needed to be. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen ...
Emily Baltzer on Yoga, Mental Health & Abuse | Ep. 14
March 07, 2019 15:06 - 52 minutes - 97.1 MBEmily Baltzer talks to Optimistically Depressed about her journey with mental health, abuse and how yoga has helped her process her experiences. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimisti...
Spencer McIver on Self-Loathing, Men's Fashion & Inaccurate Views of Ourselves | Ep. 13
March 05, 2019 22:53 - 1 hour - 119 MBSpencer and Optimistically Depressed talk about self-loathing, men's fashion, and inaccurate views of ourselves. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast where...
Angeline Francis on Relationships & Grief | Ep. 12
March 02, 2019 20:10 - 1 hour - 155 MBAngeline Francis joins Optimistically Depressed to talk about the dynamics of relationships in many of their forms. We cover our relationship with grief and grieving people, our relationship with our children and ourselves, and healthy and unhealthy relationships with spouses. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/op...
Mike Mousseau on Losing Loved Ones & Dealing with Grief | Ep. 11
February 27, 2019 00:29 - 56 minutes - 102 MBMike Mousseau is back on Optimistically Depressed! Mike dives into the discussion of losing loved ones and dealing with grief. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a...
Sean McMullen on Social Judgment, Depression & Anxiety | Ep. 10
February 20, 2019 01:06 - 44 minutes - 80.7 MBOur tenth episode features Halifax photographer Sean McMullen. He talks about depression, anxiety, social judgement and the need for grace. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically ...
Akshay Gupta on Achieving Bliss, Happiness and Managing Thoughts | Ep. 9
February 12, 2019 00:57 - 52 minutes - 99.2 MBAkshay and Optimistically Depressed talk about achieving bliss, happiness and managing your thoughts. He even gave me a little therapy session! Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistic...
Chelsea Rose on Depression, Suicide and Handling Emotion | Ep. 8
February 10, 2019 22:17 - 58 minutes - 111 MBIn our eighth episode, Chelsea joins us to talk about vomit, depression, suicide, "being strong" and handling our emotions. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a pod...
Spencer McIver on Military School, Depression and Self-Deprecating Humour | Ep. 7
February 03, 2019 21:30 - 1 hour - 113 MBIn our seventh episode, Spencer McIver talks about his experiences with military school, depression, his self-deprecating humour and how all those mix together. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and ho...
Jennifer Barry on Brain Cancer, Self-Harm and Life's Amusements | Ep. 6
January 24, 2019 16:49 - 53 minutes - 96.7 MBIn this episode, Jennifer Barry talks about her experiences growing up with a mother diagnosed with brain cancer, self-harm, and finding the amusing aspects of life. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator a...
Emma Jane Morris on Depression, Anxiety and Elective Mutism | Ep. 5
January 22, 2019 01:23 - 53 minutes - 100 MBEmma Jane joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss depression, anxiety, self-harm, elective mutism and much more. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depressed, a podcast wher...
Zoey McMullen on Anxiety | Ep. 4
January 17, 2019 23:06 - 16 minutes - 30.6 MBZoey McMullen joins Optimistically Depressed to give her advice on anxiety and to talk about depression from the point of view of an eight-year-old. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimi...
Alexa Goodman on the Ocean, Body Image and Loving Yourself | Ep. 3
January 13, 2019 01:04 - 1 hour - 116 MBAlexa Goodman joins Optimistically Depressed to discuss the ocean and reducing single-use plastics, body image, and loving yourself. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically Depress...
Rachael & Emily Shrum on a Near Death Experience & Mental Health | Ep. 2
January 09, 2019 01:01 - 53 minutes - 99.5 MBRachael and Emily talk about Rachael's first encounter with depression, her near death experience and the ebbs and flows of mental health. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimisticallydepressed Twitter: https://twitter.com/optmlydepressed About Ruth: Ruth McMullen is the creator and host of Optimistically D...
Mike Mousseau on Depression, Abuse & Shame | Ep. 1
January 04, 2019 01:50 - 55 minutes - 94.4 MBIn Optimistically Depressed's first podcast, Mike Mousseau speaks about depression, abuse, shame and forgiveness in raw honesty. It was a privilege to talk with him and hear some of his story. Please be advised, this is sensitive subject matter, so maybe don't listen to it with your kids in the car. Listen: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Yi8bhw iTunes: https://apple.co/2J3WFhN Connect with Optimistically Depressed: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticallydepressed Facebook: htt...