Becoming Anchored

Becoming Anchored

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Becoming Anchored episodes

  • Becoming Anchored S1E2: Navigating Friendships in Adulthood

    Welcome to the second episode of the Becoming Anchored podcast, where your hosts, Lauren Jackson and Laura Deneen, both licensed therapists based in Brentwood, Tennessee, delve into the nuanced world of friendships in adulthood. Our mission is to build a supportive community that fosters open discussions about mental health and its impact on our day-to-day lives, covering everything from anxiety and depression to life transitions, eating disorders, grief, and beyond.

    In this episode, we take a closer look at navigating friendships in adulthood, blending our professional insights with personal experiences. We explore the complexities of forming and maintaining friendships as adults, addressing common challenges and emotions such as loneliness, shame, and the importance of quality over quantity in our relationships.

    Here are six key takeaways from this episode:

    1. The Complexity of Adult Friendships: We discuss how forming and sustaining friendships changes as we transition into adulthood, underscoring the various factors that contribute to these dynamics, including geographical moves, life transitions, and evolving personal interests.
  • Emotional Challenges: The episode delves into the feelings of shame and loneliness that often accompany struggles in adult friendships, offering compassion and understanding to listeners who might be experiencing similar emotions.
  • Quality Over Quantity: Highlighting the shift in perspective many adults experience, from valuing the number of friends to prioritizing deeper, more meaningful connections. We discuss how this transition can lead to more fulfilling and supportive relationships.
  • Permission to Let Go: We talk about giving ourselves permission to let friendships evolve naturally, acknowledging that not all relationships are meant to last forever, and how this acceptance can alleviate pressure and lead to healthier social circles.
  • Affirmation for Friendships: Offering words of encouragement to trust our intuition in discerning the quality of our friendships, allowing ourselves to find peace and joy in true companionship.
  • Practical Homework: Encouraging listeners to reflect on their current friendships, considering which ones nourish them and which might need reevaluation. We challenge you to step out of your comfort zone to foster new connections, perhaps by joining a new group or activity.

    • Launching this podcast has been an exciting journey for us, and we are eager to walk alongside you as we explore the vast landscape of mental wellness together. Remember, exploring the dynamics of friendships and seeking out connections that support and uplift you are integral steps on the path to becoming anchored in hope and mental wellness.

    Thank you for tuning in to our second episode! We look forward to sharing more insights and fostering discussions on how we can all become more anchored in hope and mental health.

    Lauren and Laura from the Becoming Anchored podcast are passionate about offering more than just insights and advice through their podcast. To extend their support beyond the airwaves, they've curated a selection of thoughtfully designed merch that resonates with the podcast's mission of mental wellness and hope. Additionally, for those seeking personalized guidance on their mental health journey, the team offers professional therapy services tailored to meet your individual needs, fostering a path to healing and growth. Embrace the Becoming Anchored community fully by subscribing to our podcast, where you'll find a wealth of resources, inspiration, and support. Connect with us for therapy services, explore our merch to carry a piece of this journey with you, and ensure you never miss an episode by subscribing today.

    26 min
  • Becoming Anchored S1E1: Managing Depression During the Winter Months

    Welcome to the first episode of the Becoming Anchored podcast, where we, Laura Deneen and Lauren Jackson, licensed therapists from Brentwood, Tennessee, delve into the vast world of mental health therapy. Our mission is to foster a community for open discussion on mental health and its application in our everyday lives, covering topics from anxiety, depression, life transitions to eating disorders and grief.

     

    In this episode, we explore understanding and managing depression, drawing on our personal and professional experiences as therapists. We share effective strategies, offer insights, and provide practical advice to help you navigate mental health challenges with hope and empowerment.


    Here are six key takeaways from this episode:

     

    1. Understanding Depression: We dive deep into the complexities of depression, challenging societal stereotypes and emphasizing the spectrum of experiences. Depression isn't always about staying in bed all day; it can manifest in various forms and intensities.
  • Behavioral Activation & Opposite Action: Explore practical strategies for combating low moods and depression, such as behavioral activation and DBT's opposite action. These techniques aim to help individuals take actionable steps towards feeling better by engaging in activities that can boost their mood, even when motivation is low.
  • The Importance of Support: Highlighting the significance of seeking support and the therapeutic power of feeling seen and understood by others. Whether it's a professional therapist or a close friend, finding a safe space to share your experiences can be crucial for navigating through depressive episodes.
  • The Spectrum of Regulation: Discussing the concept of the "window of tolerance" and how both high anxiety and low mood states indicate dysregulation. Strategies for re-regulating one's emotional state are shared, focusing on the importance of understanding and meeting your needs through various activities and social interactions.
  • Empowerment Through Acknowledgment: Offering an affirmation to remind listeners that it's possible to find pockets of joy even amidst depression. The conversation encourages embracing dialectical thinking - holding space for both the struggle and moments of happiness or peace.
  • Practical Homework: Engage with the material on a deeper level by reflecting on what activities contribute to lifting symptoms of depression and what might be exacerbating them. Listeners are encouraged to practice self-compassion and explore behavioral strategies that resonate with their experiences.

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    Launching this podcast represents a significant milestone for us, and we're thrilled to accompany you on this journey towards mental wellness. Remember, seeking help and exploring self-help strategies can coexist; it's about finding what works best for you and embracing the process of growth and healing.

     

    Thank you for joining us in our very first episode! Stay tuned for more insights and discussions on becoming anchored in hope and mental wellness.

     

    Lauren and Laura from the Becoming Anchored podcast are passionate about offering more than just insights and advice through their podcast. To extend their support beyond the airwaves, they've curated a selection of thoughtfully designed merch that resonates with the podcast's mission of mental wellness and hope. Additionally, for those seeking personalized guidance on their mental health journey, the team offers professional therapy services tailored to meet your individual needs, fostering a path to healing and growth. Embrace the Becoming Anchored community fully by subscribing to our podcast, where you'll find a wealth of resources, inspiration, and support. Connect with us for therapy services, explore our merch to carry a piece of this journey with you, and ensure you never miss an episode by subscribing today.

    27 min

About Becoming Anchored

From the publisher's feed

Laura Deneen and Lauren Jackson are thrilled to be hosting the Becoming Anchored Podcast together. Lauren had the idea of starting a podcast, and Laura jumped on board. We are two humans here to ride the waves of life together, sharing in your grief and pain and celebrating with you in your joy. We also have the unique perspective of being therapists and are excited to share about our therapeutic experiences on this platform. Lauren and Laura believe that we are always becoming, in the sense that we are always learning and growing. We hope this podcast uplifts you, validates you, and provides hope to you. We honor your unique story and thank you for listening!