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- Every Brain is Different: Samantha on her intrusive thoughts growing up, her challenges in motherhood, and her work in music therapy | 72
When facing mental health challenges as a young person, it is easy to feel isolated and alone. As we grow, we learn that are brains are singular. Join us today as we speak with Samantha about coming to terms with her neurodiversity, her struggles finding the best treatment, and her work as a music therapist.
Samantha’s website: http://www.boisemusictherapycompany.com/
Find Samantha on Instagram: @everybrainisdifferent
Find Samantha on TikTok: @everybrainisdifferent
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
Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022
Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249
Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
1 hr 1 min - Searching for Connection and Finding Addiction: Jason on his traumatic childhood, his introduction to drugs, his descent into addiction, and how he came out the other side | 71
Almost everyone of us has traumatic instances in our childhood. As we grow older, these take root in various ways — some obvious, some not. Join us today as we have the host of “My Madness METHod” as we discuss his childhood, his years engaging in and running from his addiction, and what he learned about life and human relationships throughout the journey.
Link to Jason’s website: http://www.eight19product.com/
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
Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022
Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249
Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
1 hr 4 min - Support Systems Throughout Life: Andy on religion, his mental health struggles, and family | 70
As children, we are often born into a religion that provides us with community and a sense of place. Even as we grow older, we may associate that community as a support system for our own mental health struggles. Join us today as we talk with Andy about his experience being raised in the LDS church, how he came to understand his mental health struggles, and what support systems mean to him.
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
Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=902
Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249
Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
1 hr 17 min - Choosing a Career Path: Stephen on his childhood growing up in New York City, his path to become a doctor, and the mental health struggles he had when prioritizing career over passion | 69
Throughout our lives, we find ourselves working to adapt to the molds society builds around us based on our choices. Even if we are certain of the paths we have chosen, the challenges of accepting the molds we step into can be daunting. Join us today as we talk with Stephen about his childhood in New York, how he looked up to his father, his struggles with mental health in his young adulthood, and how he found balance between profession and art.
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
Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022
Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249
Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
1 hr 24 min - Accepting the Reality of One’s Life: David on his mental health struggles, his battles with addiction, and his drive to change the dialogue around mental health | 68
It can not be said enough: There remains a stigma around mental health that is unhelpful and unreasonable. Join us today as we talk with David about his struggles with bipolar disorder, how he used alcohol to quell his mental health challenges, and how he has been able to thrive in sobriety. Not only does he have an extremely successful business, he is working on changing the dialogue around Mental Health one dialogue at a time.
David’s website: https://davidshamszad.com
Follow David on Instagram: @david_shamszad
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
Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022
Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249
Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
1 hr 2 min - Understanding the “Desire for Destruction”: Dr Nina Cerfolio on her research into mass shootings and terrorism, her lifelong work to help destigmatize mental health, and her heroic work in the Chechen War | 67
Terrorism is a constant threat across the world. In America, Mass shootings remain horrendous events that occur far too often. Join us today as we speak with Dr. Nina Cerfolio about her research into mass shootings and terrorism, her harrowing journey to help those in a war zone in Chechnya, and her upcoming book “Psychoanalytic and Spiritual Perspectives on Terrorism: Desire for Destruction”.
Dr Cerfolio’s book: Psychoanalytic and Spiritual Perspectives on Terrorism: Desire for Destruction
Dr Cerfolio’s op-ed in Daily Beast: The Only True Revenge for Terrorism is Achieving Peace
Dr Cerfolio’s letter to the editor published in the New York Times: The Parkland Gunman, a Horrific Crime and Mental Illness
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
Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022
Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249
Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
1 hr 4 min - The Importance of Family: Jill on her relationship with her brother, the schism that occurred in her family, and the lessons she has learned | 66
More often than not, we take our family for granted. Growing up in the same house, we form a lasting bond like no other. However, it does not always mean that these bonds cannot be damaged or broken. Join us today as we talk with Jill about her upbringing, her relationship with her brother growing up, and how their relationship was upended as 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.
Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com
Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022
Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249
Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
1 hr 1 min - Nowhere to Run: Jon returns to talk about aging, how he felt completing his 31st marathon, and what keeps him putting on his running shoes | 65
Please join us for Jon’s triumphant return! Jon was recently featured in episode 58 of Sad Times (link can be found below) discussing his history as a distance runner and its impact on his mental health. On today’s episode, Jon and Kevin discuss running the Chicago Marathon, aging, and what keeps people coming back to running.
Jon’s previous episode: https://www.sadtimespodcast.com/running-with-the-devil-jon-returns-to-discuss-endurance-mental-health-and-his-love-of-marathons/
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
Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022
Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249
Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
1 hr 8 min - Wellness is Wellness: Tony on his work in the mental health field, how community mental health centers serve the public, and what community means to him | 64
Even as we move toward the middle of the 2020s, the stigma around mental health still persists. There are people all over this world working to not only combat that stigma, but also to help those in need. Join us today as we speak with one of these heroes. Tony is the Executive Director of a community mental health center and works daily with not only his team, but also members of the communities to continue to remind everyone that “wellness is wellness”.
▪ Main website for Piatt County Mental Health Center: Piatt County Mental Health Center (piattmhc.org)
▪ Our Main Piatt County Mental Health FB: https://www.facebook.com/Piatt.County.Mental.Health.Center
▪ 2 Recovery Support FB Pages for work in DeWitt and Piatt County (Illinois)
▪ Piatt ROSC - https://www.facebook.com/PiattCountyROSC
▪ DeWitt ROSC - https://www.facebook.com/DeWittROSC/
• 988 Helpline: https://988lifeline.org/
• IL Helpline for SUD: Illinois Helpline (helplineil.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.
Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com
Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022
Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249
Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
1 hr 1 min - Navigating Growing Up: Adam on the loneliness he felt in his childhood as he worked to adjust to a changing family structure | 63
Many people have been raised in a family that has had to split up. Often, the children affected by these changes are left alone with their feelings and wonder what outlet there might be. Join us today as we talk with Adam about his childhood, his time as a heavy metal drummer, and how he was able to confidentially transition into adulthood and have a family of his own.
Charity Adam would like to highlight: https://www.aguagiftingsmiles.com/
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
Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com
Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022
Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249
Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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About Behind Beautiful Things
From the publisher's feed
Behind Beautiful Things is the new name for the podcast Sad Times.
Bob Dylan once said, "Behind every beautiful thing, there's been some kind of pain".
Behind Beautiful Things is a…
Mental Health Podcast focused on storytelling. Each episode of Behind Beautiful Things features a guest, and we talk with them about how sadness manifests within them; what type of behavior that may surface as a result from being sad, upset, or troubled.
We believe as a society we don't always share the feelings, thoughts and actions that accompany these moments. We hope the stories told in these episodes will help the listener feel less alone and perhaps a bit more empathetic in day to day life.