To Write Love on Her Arms
86 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 240 ratingsFrom the nonprofit To Write Love on Her Arms comes a new podcast about mental health and the things that make us human. Each episode will cover topics we tend not to talk about, including depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide.
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Episode BW03: “Hope Remains” - A Conversation With Renee Yohe
May 19, 2020 07:00 - 40 minutes - 74.6 MBIn the third episode of this year’s Black and White Miniseries, TWLOHA's Director of Outreach Chad Moses discusses the “Hope remains” statement with the help of a friend and very special guest, Renee Yohe, who inspired the original TWLOHA story and movement. Renee talks about the many shapes hope has taken in her life over the years and where she is now in her mental health journey. She also shares how 14 years ago, she found the courage to reach out when all seemed lost. Download a tr...
Episode BW02: “We Need Your Presence, Not Your Perfection” - A Conversation With Tianna Soto
May 12, 2020 07:00 - 46 minutes - 85.1 MBIn the second episode of this year’s Black and White Miniseries, TWLOHA's Director of Outreach Chad Moses explores the “We need your presence, not your perfection” statement with the help of writer, wellness educator, and former TWLOHA intern, Tianna Soto. Together they talk about finding your identity beyond titles and status, and a common experience known as “Duck Syndrome.” As a certified yoga and mindfulness instructor, Tianna also guides listeners through a brief meditation that encoura...
Episode BW01: Black And White
May 05, 2020 07:00 - 28 minutes - 53 MBIn the launch episode of this year’s Black and White Miniseries, TWLOHA's Director of Outreach Chad Moses reveals the three statements behind the campaign with the help of some special voices. He also talks with TWLOHA Editor Becky Ebert, and together they explore the purpose and importance of the campaign in honor of Mental Health Month, and how it relates to this season of life across the globe. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on socia...
Episode 302: Chris Heuertz: Making Room for Grief, Gratitude, and Mindfulness
April 28, 2020 08:00 - 35 minutes - 64.8 MBIn this episode, TWLOHA's Director of Outreach Chad Moses chats with long-time humanitarian and TWLOHA board member Chris Heuertz. Together they explore the themes of grief, gratitude, and mindfulness, and how to make room for those emotions and practices when facing a global crisis. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagram.com/twloha/ https://www.facebook.com/towriteloveo...
Episode 301: Counselor Aaron Moore: Coping With Anxiety and Isolation in a Pandemic
April 21, 2020 07:00 - 47 minutes - 88.1 MBIn the premiere episode of Season 3, TWLOHA's Director of Outreach Chad Moses talks with Aaron Moore, a licensed mental health counselor, about coping and caring for ourselves in the midst of a global pandemic. They discuss things like anxiety, trauma, grief, and how to navigate physical distancing and social isolation. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagram.com/twloha/ ...
Bonus Episode: Noah Gundersen: On Showing Up, Therapy, and Being Vulnerable
February 06, 2020 20:31 - 45 minutes - 83.7 MBIn this episode, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski talks with musician Noah Gundersen about what it means to be vulnerable on and off stage, how he learned to stop trying to justify his mental health experience, and why sometimes simply showing up is the best thing you can do for people struggling. Noah's newest album "Lover" is out now and he is currently on tour, where TWLOHA joined him for several shows in both the US and the UK. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/p...
Bonus: #WelcomeToMidnight
December 30, 2019 16:17 - 5 minutes - 10.4 MBAs we say goodbye to 2019, we want to pause and reflect on all of the moments that brought us here— the heavy and the light. We have a tradition here at TWLOHA called #WelcomeToMidnight. It began in 2011 as a blog by Jamie Tworkowsk and each year we return to those words and the conversation online. This year, we’re bringing #WelcomeToMidnight to the podcast. Huge thanks to the supporters you’ll hear on this bonus episode: Jamie Tworkowski Katelyn Chambers Harry Allen Katie Mump...
Episode 212: Crisis Text Line CEO Nancy Lublin: There Are So Many Ways Out And Up
December 24, 2019 08:00 - 45 minutes - 84.2 MBIn this episode, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski speaks to Nancy Lublin, the founder and CEO of Crisis Text Line. In this interview, Nancy talks about why she started Crisis Text Line, what it means to move someone from a hot moment to a cool calm, why their crisis counselors are empathy MVPs, and what the data has shown about things like self-harm and sleep problems, and more. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https:/...
Backstage Conversations At Live. Life. Love. With Jon Bellion, lovelytheband, Chelsea Cutler, And More
December 17, 2019 08:00 - 22 minutes - 40.9 MBFor the past few years, the amazing team at 107.5 The River has hosted a benefit concert in Nashville called Live. Life. Love. The event started with the goal to create meaningful conversations about mental health and suicide prevention in their community and also to help raise funds for To Write Love on Her Arms. The event returned this year in a big and surprising way. The line-up included incredible performers like Grammy-nominated artist Lizzo, Jon Bellion, Louis Tomlinson, lovelytheband...
Episode 210: There Is Light At The End Of The Tunnel - Jenna Lilley
December 10, 2019 08:00 - 32 minutes - 59.2 MBIn this episode, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski speaks with Jenna Lilley, a former college athlete and recently retired member of the Chicago Bandits. Jenna opens up about her experience living with anxiety, depression, OCD, how she eventually found help, and why she thinks it’s important to speak out about mental health issues. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagram.com/tw...
Episode 209: “Your Support Mattered in 2019"
December 05, 2019 14:27 - 39 minutes - 72.6 MBIn this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch and guest Chad Moses share exciting updates about TWLOHA’s impact in 2019 and how this conversation reached new communities thanks to the support of people like you. They also talk about how you can bring the movement of hope and help into 2020 and on #GivingTuesday (December 3), a global day of generosity. To make a gift to TWLOHA, visit https://www.twloha.com/donate/. To donate to our #GivingTuesday Fundraiser through Facebook, go here. Downloa...
Episode 208: “Mental Health & The Holidays: It’s Okay to Feel Something Other Than Joy”
November 26, 2019 08:00 - 51 minutes - 95 MBIn this episode, host Lindsay Kolsh and guest Chad Moses address the topics and issues supporters submitted when it comes to addressing mental health and the holiday season. They tackle themes like boundaries, grief, trauma, eating disorders, and Seasonal Affective Disorder, and talk about how to care for your mental health around this time of year. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://ww...
Episode 207: Surviving Suicide Loss - This Is Hell But There Is Hope Ahead
November 19, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 117 MBIn this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch speaks to Kaitlyn Partin, a former TWLOHA employee who lost her best friend to suicide. They talk about Kaitlyn’s experience supporting her friend through her struggles, what she learned through grief counseling after her friend’s death, and what she would say to someone who lost a loved one to suicide. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagr...
Episode 206: Self-Injury: Healing Is A Constant Commitment To Yourself
November 11, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 148 MBIn this episode, we talk with Chad Moses and Sierra DeMulder about their experience with self-injury. They talk about what led them to self-injury, how they found healthy ways to cope with their internal distress, and what they wish they’d known when they were struggling. We also talked with licensed mental health counselor Michelle Moore about the harmful stigma surrounding self-injury and what we should say to support the people in our lives who may be struggling with it. Download a tr...
Episode 205: Special Live Recording - World Suicide Prevention Day
September 12, 2019 20:42 - 1 hour - 155 MBOn World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10), TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski and licensed mental health counselor and Peace Club founder Denny Kolsch joined host Lindsay Kolsch for a special live recording. They talked about how people were sharing the You Make Today Better campaign in their community, answered supporter questions, and dispelled some of the myths and stigma around suicide and what we can do to prevent it. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. ...
Join us for the World Suicide Prevention Day Livestream!
September 08, 2019 06:00 - 2 minutes - 4.6 MBSunday starts National Suicide Prevention Week. We're inviting you to join us this week as we start conversations around the You Make Today Better Campaign. We’ve got action steps you can take every day this week, and we invite you to visit YouMakeTodayBetter.com to learn more. And we have a special invitation for you to join us on a Livestream on Tuesday, September 10 at 3 pm EST with our founder Jamie Tworkowski, Co-Executive Director Lindsay Kolsch, and special guest licensed mental hea...
Episode 204: Remember The Mountains And Valleys That Brought You Here - Morgan Harper Nichols
September 03, 2019 07:00 - 56 minutes - 103 MBIn this episode, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski interviews writer and artist Morgan Harper Nichols about her experience with depression. Morgan opens up about what her struggles looked like, how she takes care of herself while also providing support and hope to her social media followers, and what encourages her to keep going. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagram.com/twl...
Q&A - Asking For Help, Going To Counseling, And How To Support The People You Love
August 27, 2019 15:11 - 1 hour - 130 MBIn this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch talks with TWLOHA staff member Chad Moses and licensed mental health counselor Stephan Monteserin. Earlier this year we asked our Instagram followers for questions they had about mental health. In this Q&A session, we covered topics like how to ask for help, what to expect when you start counseling, talking to your family about mental health, and how to support a friend or loved one who is struggling. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha...
Episode 202: Depression - Life Can Still Happen Even In The Darkest Places
August 20, 2019 21:02 - 1 hour - 163 MBIn this episode, we talk with Morgan Harper Nichols, Whitney Wilson, and Stephan Monteserin about their experience living with depression. They talk about the early days when they were first struggling, how they found help, and what gives them hope today. We also talked to licensed mental health counselor Aaron Moore about the stigma surrounding depression and why it’s so important to ignore those lies and get the help you deserve. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/po...
Episode 201: You Make Today Better - WSPD Campaign Launch with Jamie Tworkowski
August 13, 2019 14:31 - 47 minutes - 87 MBIn the first episode of Season 2, host Lindsay Kolsch talks to TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski about the newly launched You Make Today Better campaign in honor of World Suicide Prevention Day. They discuss the significance behind this year’s slogan, You Make Today Better, how you can bring this message to your community, and why we should all push back against the lie that says there’s nothing we can do to prevent suicide. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. ...
Black and White Episode 4: We Need You Here
May 22, 2019 04:05 - 30 minutes - 56.2 MBDuring the month of May, we're releasing a miniseries featuring conversations centered around statements we believe are Black and White. In this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch and TWLOHA team member Chad Moses talk about “We Need You Here.” Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagram.com/twloha/ https://www.facebook.com/towriteloveonherarms/ Visit our FI...
Black and White Episode 3: Your Story Is Important
May 15, 2019 04:05 - 31 minutes - 58.9 MBDuring the month of May, we're releasing a miniseries featuring conversations centered around statements we believe are Black and White. In this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch and TWLOHA team member Chad Moses talk about “Your Story Is Important.” Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagram.com/twloha/ https://www.facebook.com/towriteloveonherarms/ Visit...
Black and White Episode 2: It Is OK To Ask For Help
May 08, 2019 04:05 - 25 minutes - 48.4 MBDuring the month of May, we're releasing a miniseries featuring conversations centered around statements we believe are Black and White. In this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch and TWLOHA team member Chad Moses talk about “It Is OK To Ask For Help.” Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagram.com/twloha/ https://www.facebook.com/towriteloveonherarms/ Visi...
Black and White Episode 1: I Am Worthy Of Hope
May 01, 2019 04:05 - 29 minutes - 54.7 MBDuring the month of May, we're releasing a miniseries featuring conversations centered around statements we believe are Black and White. In this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch and TWLOHA team member Chad Moses talk about “I Am Worthy Of Hope.” Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagram.com/twloha/ https://www.facebook.com/towriteloveonherarms/ Visit our...
Bonus Episode: Live. Life. Love. Benefit Concert - Kim Petras, Jake Miller, Caroline Kole
March 12, 2019 04:05 - 21 minutes - 39.6 MBWe're sharing a special behind-the-scenes look at the Live. Life. Love. Benefit Concert held last December in Nashville, TN. This bonus episode features interviews with Kim Petras, Jake Miller, and Caroline Kole. Thank you to Robin Fomusa and the entire team at 107.5 The River - Nashville for putting on this wonderful event and for inviting us to be part of it. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLO...
Episode 011: Feelings Are Not Facts - “This Is Us” Actor Chris Sullivan (LIVE)
December 18, 2018 05:05 - 40 minutes - 73.9 MBIn the final episode of season one, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski talks with Chris Sullivan. Chris opens up about his background as an actor and his experience dealing with mental health issues, how he takes care of himself, and why he doesn’t consider This Is Us a sad show. Chris Sullivan is an American actor and musician. He is known for playing Taserface in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. He first gained attention for his portrayal of Tom Cleary on the Cinemax drama The Knick. He play...
Episode 010: You Don't Have To Live Like This - Denny Kolsch
December 11, 2018 05:05 - 53 minutes - 99.2 MBIn this episode, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski talks with Denny Kolsch. Denny opens up about his experience struggling with anxiety and an opioid addiction, how he got sober, and what he’s doing now in an effort to save lives in his community and beyond. Denny is a licensed mental health counselor. He is also the co-founder and Chief Clinical Officer of Peace Club, an opioid recovery community located in Cocoa Beach, FL. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. ...
Episode 009: Stories Are Still The Most Powerful Thing That We Have - Hannah Brencher
December 04, 2018 05:05 - 59 minutes - 109 MBIn this episode, TWLOHA’s Co-Executive Director Lindsay Kolsch talks with Hannah Brencher about her experience writing love letters to strangers, what it was like to get a diagnosis of depression, and how she's needed connection in a holistic approach to treating it. Hannah is a writer, TED speaker, and online educator with a heart for building leaders. Her second book, Come Matter Here, is available now. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Connect with...
Episode 008: It's Hard Right Now But It's OK - Joel L. Daniels
November 27, 2018 05:05 - 52 minutes - 96.4 MBIn this episode, TWLOHA’s Co-Executive Director Lindsay Kolsch talks with Joel L. Daniels. Joel opens up about growing up without the language to talk about mental health, what happened when he called a crisis helpline, how writing has helped him start important conversations, and what his daughter is teaching him. Joel L. Daniels is a writer, performer, actor, MC, and father. His book, A BOOK ABOUT THINGS I WILL TELL MY DAUGHTER, is available now. Download a transcript of this episode a...
Episode 007: "Depression Didn't Want Me To Find Help" - Kelly Jensen
November 20, 2018 05:05 - 59 minutes - 109 MBIn this episode, TWLOHA’s Co-Executive Director Lindsay Kolsch talks with Kelly Jensen. Kelly discusses the issues with how mental health is portrayed through dramatic story arcs found in pop culture, why her career as a youth librarian inspired her to create a mental health anthology, and the five lies depression told her. Kelly Jensen is an editor for Book Riot, as well as a writer and editor of young adult novels. Her most recent project, “(Don’t) Call Me Crazy: 33 Voices Start the Conv...
Episode 006: “Take The Time That You Need” - Levi Macallister
November 13, 2018 05:05 - 46 minutes - 84.8 MBIn this episode, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski talks with Levi Macallister, also known as Levi the Poet. Levi opens up about losing his dad to suicide and how that informed his own understanding of mental health. He also touches on his creative process and how he's working to take better care of himself. Levi Macallister is a writer, musician, and spoken word artist. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Connect with Levi online by checking out his website ...
Episode 005: “This Journey Is A Lifetime's Journey” - Indhira Rojas
November 06, 2018 05:05 - 33 minutes - 61.9 MBIn this episode, TWLOHA’s Co-Executive Director Lindsay Kolsch talks with Anxy Magazine creator Indhira Rojas. Indhira talks about why she was inspired to create a beautifully designed magazine about our inner worlds, covering issues like anger and masculinity, and why seeking counseling for trauma she experienced in her childhood was so important. Indhira Rojas is a designer and the founder of Anxy Magazine. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow Indhi...
Episode 004: Anxiety Is A Liar And A Thief - Whitney Fenimore
October 30, 2018 04:05 - 52 minutes - 98 MBIn this episode, TWLOHA’s Co-Executive Director Lindsay Kolsch talks with Whitney Fenimore about her experience with mental health, having to walk away from music to find help, and what it was like getting a second chance at her dream thanks to “The Voice.” Whitney Fenimore is a singer/songwriter who appeared on Season 13 of NBC’s “The Voice.” She currently lives in Nashville, TN. Follow Whitney on social media by visiting: https://twitter.com/WhitneyFenimore https://www.facebook.com/...
Episode 003: I’m Going To Heal From It - Najwa Zebian
October 23, 2018 04:01 - 47 minutes - 87.9 MBIn this episode, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski talks with Najwa Zebian about the loneliness that came with moving from Lebanon to Canada and how that affected her teaching, why she uses social media to fight the stigma surrounding mental health, and how she processes her struggles through writing. Najwa Zebian is a celebrated Lebanese-Canadian poet, speaker, and mental health advocate. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow Najwa on social media b...
Episode 002: Your Emotions Are Not Going To Rule You - Amy Clover
October 16, 2018 14:56 - 39 minutes - 72.8 MBIn this episode, TWLOHA’s Co-Executive Director Lindsay Kolsch interviews Amy Clover. They talk about Amy’s struggles with depression, OCD, and eating disorders, how she let go of control and embraced freedom through movement, and why she’s helping people become strong inside out. Amy Clover is a writer, fitness personality, motivational speaker, teacher, and mental health advocate. She is the founder of Strong Inside Out. “I was so afraid of work in the very beginning of both my depre...
Episode 001: You’re Not Alone - Jamie Tworkowski
October 09, 2018 12:53 - 37 minutes - 68.7 MBIn this episode, TWLOHA’s Co-Executive Director Lindsay Kolsch talks with Jamie Tworkowski about TWLOHA’s surprising history, how the conversation about mental health has changed over the last 12 years, and how he practices the advice he gives to those struggling. Jamie Tworkowski is TWLOHA’s founder. He is also the New York Times bestselling author of If You Feel Too Much. “You are not alone and you are not meant to be alone in the places that hurt, in the parts of your story that you d...