Beyond the Veil

For those of us who grew up with Potter, Harry's story has changed the course of our lives. In today's episode, SpeakBeasty's Aureo joins us to talk about the impact of growing up with Potter, the magic of the fandom, and how the Potter community can help us find self-acceptance.

On Episode 42, we discuss...

Trigger Warning: Suicide discussion 17:30-21:30

→ Growing up with Potter

→ The impacts of family conflict

→ Running away to New Zealand

→ Discovering Potter podcasts

→ Finding acceptance and support in the fandom

→ The many benefits of internet friends

If you have a Potter story you want to share, we'd love for you to join us as a guest on the podcast! Please fill out the linked form! At the end of every show, we also read anonymous submissions from anyone who doesn't want to have their name shared with their story.

Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!

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Without joy and laughter, it's hard to defeat the anxiety Boggarts we face in day to day life. In today's episode, Katie shares her love of the Weasley twins, her relationship with the Potter music, and the many ways she manages her mental health.

On Episode 41, we discuss...

→ Anxiety: a cocktail of fears that are difficult to understand

→ Moving across the world with an anxiety disorder

→ Being swept away into the vivid magic of Potter

→ Fred, George, and the power of laughter

→ The power of the Potter soundtracks

→ Journey to the studio tour

If you have a Potter story you want to share, we'd love for you to join us as a guest on the podcast! Please fill out the linked form! At the end of every show, we also read anonymous submissions from anyone who doesn't want to have their name shared with their story.

Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!

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Compassion and positive self-talk are valuable tools for everyone, especially folks who struggle with anxiety. In today's episode, Nanea Hoffman, the founder of Sweatpants & Coffee, shares wisdom from her own mental health journey, the many ways Harry Potter has brought magic into her life, and lots of information on the Anxiety Blob Comfort and Encouragement Guide.

The Anxiety Blob Comfort and Encouragement Journal is available for preorder here, and you can purchase the Anxiety Blob Comfort and Encouragement Guide at newsstands across the country including Bartells, Brookshire Brothers, Brookshire Grocery, Dollar General, Fred Meyer, Giant Eagle, Harris Teeter, HEB, Ingles, Kroger, Lowes, Meijer, Publix, Roundy's, Target, Walgreens, Walmart, and others. You can also purchase the guide online here.

On Episode 40, we discuss...

→ Finding the Potter fandom before the books

→ Sweatpants & Coffee: introverts seeking connection through the things that bring us joy

→ The Potter community providing inspiration for creativity

→ Anxiety: a vaguely worried potato we must learn to make peace with

→ The magic of Potter: from Dementors to chocolate to Thestrals

→ The value of digital relationships for folks with mental and physical health issues

→ Mental health journaling without pressure: The Anxiety Blob Comfort and Encouragement Journal

→ The Anxiety Blob Comfort and Encouragement Guide: Accessible, compassionate mental health support on newsstands across the country

If you have a Potter story you want to share, we'd love for you to join us as a guest on the podcast! Please fill out the linked form! At the end of every show, we also read anonymous submissions from anyone who doesn't want to have their name shared with their story.

Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!

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Mental and physical health are deeply intertwined with each other. In today's episode, Manveer shares his experiences with therapy, chronic health issues, and how the Potter series was an escape in times he needed it most.

On Episode 39, we discuss…

→ When life gets difficult growing up: chronic health issues, bullying, and trouble at home → The impact of traumatic experiences on mental health → The relationship between mental and physical health → A magical escape into the Potter series → Going beyond the veil: permanently changing the way you see the world

If you have a Potter story you want to share, we'd love for you to join us as a guest on the podcast! Please fill out the linked form! At the end of every show, we also read anonymous submissions from anyone who doesn't want to have their name shared with their story.

Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!

During difficult times, we all need a refuge from the stresses of the outside world. In today's episode, Ally shares the many ways the Potter series has been a sanctuary for her and the absolute magic of the fandom community.

On Episode 38, we discuss...

→ Being an only child and pretending to be Harry in the cupboard under the stairs, waiting for the magic to arrive → Our attachments to our physical, original copies of the Potter books → Having Harry around to keep us from losing the magic → The importance of the Deathly Hallows symbol for some folks with anxiety → I open at the close, graduation, and walking to a better place than before.

If you have a Potter story you want to share, we'd love for you to join us as a guest on the podcast! Please fill out the linked form! At the end of every show, we also read anonymous submissions from anyone who doesn't want to have their name shared with their story.

Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!

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Host Madison is taking a break from podcast duties this time to make some extra time for self-care - please take care of yourselves and stay safe!

Sometimes when life gets hard, we learn something that helps us move forward for a long time afterward. In today's episode, Jeff shares his mental health journey and shows us how the Potter series weaves so beautifully into all he's learned.

TRIGGER WARNING: Suicide, death

On Episode 37, we discuss...

→ The mental health consequences of pressure to perform exceptionally in school

→ Feeling isolated during hospitalization

→ The difficult process of managing your emotions

→ Letting go of others' goals for you

→ If you're not a part of the solution, you're part of the problem: Harry and willingness to take action

→ Using the language of Potter to help someone who was struggling

→ The importance of living your own story

→ Living your life in reverse

If you have a Potter story you want to share, we'd love for you to join us as a guest on the podcast! Please fill out the linked form! At the end of every show, we also read anonymous submissions from anyone who doesn't want to have their name shared with their story.

Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!

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During uncertain times, holding close to the stories that give us great comfort is more important than ever. In this episode, Deanna shares how the Potter series has helped her get through uncertain times and career changes throughout her life.

On Episode 36, we discuss...

→ Neverending change in the career world

→ Harry Potter as a constant in times of uncertainty

→ Self-care beyond the world of Potter

→ How Potter can inform your interests and choices

→ Reflecting on the Potter books as each change comes

→ Learning to sort out our priorities

→ What's coming will come, and we'll meet it when it does

If you have a Potter story you want to share, we'd love for you to join us as a guest on the podcast! Please fill out the linked form! At the end of every show, we also read anonymous submissions from anyone who doesn't want to have their name shared with their story.

Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!

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On this episode, the tables have turned on host Madison! The show's first guest, Emily Garrison, plays host and interviews Madison about how the Harry Potter series has impacted her life and mental health.

TRIGGER WARNING: Sexual assault, substance abuse

On Episode 35, we discuss...

→ The struggles of OCD and how the Potter series helped: turning noise into music

→ When the role of Potter becomes complicated

→ Grieving for someone who's still alive

→ Bad coping mechanisms, new relationships, and a lost sense of self

→ Rekindling a love for Potter by getting involved in the fandom

→ The power of sharing your story and your pearls

If you have a Potter story you want to share, we'd love for you to join us as a guest on the podcast! Please fill out the linked form! https://forms.gle/aDkmAhh1kxBk5YCt8 At the end of every show, we also read anonymous submissions from anyone who doesn't want to have their name shared with their story.

Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!

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As of today, we've had one year of wonderful conversations with Harry Potter fans from all around the world about the impact of the series on their lives and mental health journeys. To celebrate this anniversary, enjoy this follow-up interview with Julianna Coughlin of Accio Politics and SpeakBeasty, who shares the ways diving deeper into the Potter fandom has improved her mental health.

On Episode 34, we discuss...

→ Life updates: running, relationships, and health

→ Joining a Potter community

→ Becoming a Potter podcaster

→ A more "grown up" Potter experience

→ The positive power of fandom

→ Mental health lessons over the year

If you have a Potter story you want to share, we'd love for you to join us as a guest on the podcast! Please fill out the linked form! https://forms.gle/aDkmAhh1kxBk5YCt8 At the end of every show, we also read anonymous submissions from anyone who doesn't want to have their name shared with their story.

Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!

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