Behind Beautiful Things

This week we speak with Nikki Nicholas. For years, Nikki was leading a conventional life when she realized she needed a change. She left her corporate work and committed to understanding her own mind, and in so doing, could use that knowledge to help others. She is now a successful life coach who offers incredible insights into what is going on in our minds when we feel the difficult emotions we feel. Please join us!

Nikki’s website: https://nikkinicholas.com

Nikki is offering 10% off coaching with her! If you use the code SADTIMES within 30 days of the podcast going live. They just need to reach out to Nikki through her website to use it.

“Free Gift" mentioned in the episode:

https://nikkinicholas.com/find-your-sub-blocks-oif/

(It's a 9-minute video that explains what subconscious blocks are, where they come from, and how people can find them within themselves)

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Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is important to clarify that the guests’ stories, perspectives, and sentiments do not necessarily reflect the views and beliefs of Sad Times in any way. Please note that Sad Times is in no way a substitute for medical or professional mental health support.

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This week we are changing things up a bit! Our host, Kevin, is being interviewed by his longtime close personal friend, JT Brown. With the tables turned, Kevin talks with JT about how his brain works when he’s anxious, some difficult visits he had to the doctor, and much more. Please join us as Kevin shares some of his story!

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Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is important to clarify that the guests’ stories, perspectives, and sentiments do not necessarily reflect the views and beliefs of Sad Times in any way. Please note that Sad Times is in no way a substitute for medical or professional mental health support.

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This week we speak with Dr. Kathryn Smerling, the author of the forthcoming book “Learning to Play Again: Rediscovering Our Early Selves to Become Better Adults”. During our discussion, Dr. Smerling talks about what brought her to family therapy, intergenerational trauma, the effect divorces can have on families, the importance of nature and exercise, and much more. Please join us!

Dr. Smerling's site: https://drksmerling.com/

Link to pre-order Learning to Play Again: Rediscovering Our Early Selves to Become Better Adults: https://rowman.com/ISBN/9781538183229/Learning-to-Play-Again-Rediscovering-Our-Early-Selves-to-Become-Better-Adults

Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is important to clarify that the guests’ stories, perspectives, and sentiments do not necessarily reflect the views and beliefs of Sad Times in any way. Please note that Sad Times is in no way a substitute for medical or professional mental health support.

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Please join us this week as we talk with Will about his mental health journey. During the conversation, we discuss Will’s embrace of vulnerability, his struggles with self image, and the difficult topic of suicidal ideation. We also discuss Will’s book “One Step Forward: Ideally in the Right Direction.”

Will’s Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/mentalhealthwithwill

Please note: Suicidal Ideation is discussed in this episode. Please take care while listening.

If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, you are not alone. Please dial 988 to access the Suicide and Crisis Hotline: https://988lifeline.org

Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is important to clarify that the guests’ stories, perspectives, and sentiments do not necessarily reflect the views and beliefs of Sad Times in any way. Please note that Sad Times is in no way a substitute for medical or professional mental health support.

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This week we speak with Kim, the host of the “One of a Kind You” podcast. Kim talks about her early life, a difficult relationship she endured, and her determination to follow her dream to teach. She discusses how her experiences with teaching conflicted with her idealized vision of helping others learn. Finally, she tells us about her work as a Life Coach and how she continues to teach.

Kim’s website: https://www.kimkeane.com/

Kim’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimvkeane/

Kim’s Self-Doubt Tapping Guide: https://courses.kimkeane.com/f/self-doubt-tapping-guide

Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is important to clarify that the guests’ stories, perspectives, and sentiments do not necessarily reflect the views and beliefs of Sad Times in any way. Please note that Sad Times is in no way a substitute for medical or professional mental health support.

Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com

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This week we speak with Jess, the host of the “Panic Button Podcast”. Jess talks about when, as a senior in college, she first realized she had mental health struggles. She also relates difficult losses in her family, how she continues to understand and deal with her mental health struggles, and the great work she is doing with her “Panic Button” Podcast.

Listen to Jess’s Panic Button Podcast!

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4hXwImzGJguyWs61MyLQqq?si=I-36YCVARZaiGfypn3t43A

Youtube: https://open.spotify.com/show/4hXwImzGJguyWs61MyLQqq?si=I-36YCVARZaiGfypn3t43A

Follow Jess and Panic Button on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/panic_buttonpodcast?igsh=bmYxbTJwMDF3cHc5&utm_source=qr

Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is important to clarify that the guests’ stories, perspectives, and sentiments do not necessarily reflect the views and beliefs of Sad Times in any way. Please note that Sad Times is in no way a substitute for medical or professional mental health support.

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Join us this week as we speak with Justin, the author of the book “The Righteous Rage of a Ten Year Old Boy: A Journey of Self Discovery”. Justin shares the difficulties he had growing up, the long shadow his father cast over his life, his struggles with addiction, and what led him to write this book and want to help others.

Personal Website/Blog: http://JBoydLong.com

Link to purchase Justin’s Book: 

https://jboydlong.com/the-righteous-rage-of-a-ten-year-old-boy/

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/justin.long.906/ and https://facebook.com/JBoydLong

Instagram Accounts: 

https://www.instagram.com/jboydlong/ 

https://www.instagram.com/horsedoctorpod/

https://www.instagram.com/springhillequine/

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/SpringhillEquineVet

Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is important to clarify that the guests’ stories, perspectives, and sentiments do not necessarily reflect the views and beliefs of Sad Times in any way. Please note that Sad Times is in no way a substitute for medical or professional mental health support.

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This week we speak with the writer Brandon Stosuy, editor of the new collection “Sad Happens: A Celebration of Tears”. We talk about the very small town where Brandon grew up, his reflections on the home where he grew up, wonderful stories about his family, his writing career, and what inspired him to compile “Sad Happens: A Celebration of Tears”.

Brandon’s website: https://thecreativeindependent.com/

Brandon’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/brandonstosuy

Book page to purchase “Sad Happens: A Celebration of Tears”: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Sad-Happens/Brandon-Stosuy/9781668003459

Page for all of Brandon’s Books: https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Brandon-Stosuy/1895757622

Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is important to clarify that the guests’ stories, perspectives, and sentiments do not necessarily reflect the views and beliefs of Sad Times in any way. Please note that Sad Times is in no way a substitute for medical or professional mental health support.

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This week we speak with bestselling author David Essel. During our conversation, we cover a wide range of topics, including addiction, David’s decades long work helping others, and why the news might not always be the calming influence we might think it is.

Visit David’s website: www.DavidEssel.com

Please note: This episode contains descriptions of Suicidal Ideation — please take care while listening.

Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is important to clarify that the guests’ stories, perspectives, and sentiments do not necessarily reflect the views and beliefs of Sad Times in any way. Please note that Sad Times is in no way a substitute for medical or professional mental health support.

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Join us today as we speak with Maggie about her years of being a people pleaser, her 7 years of depression as she tried everything she could to feel better, her breakthrough moment when she finally said she wanted to do things her way, and her book that provides tools and inspiration toward a happier life.

Substack: https://substack.com/@maggiesway

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maggies.way/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maggie-maris-277b66211/

Website: maggiesway.nl

Please note: This episode contains descriptions of Suicidal Ideation — please take care while listening.

Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is important to clarify that the guests’ stories, perspectives, and sentiments do not necessarily reflect the views and beliefs of Sad Times in any way. Please note that Sad Times is in no way a substitute for medical or professional mental health support.

Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com

Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249

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