In this episode of Fae and Fables, Katie and Becky delve into the intricacies of Rachel Gillihg’s ‘Two Twisted Crowns.' They discuss the importance of examining mental health concepts in order to fully understand the journey of the story’s cast of characters, including Elspeth, Ravyn, Ione, and Elm…. And let’s never forget the Nightmare! This conversation addresses our ratings for the book, an analysis of the plot and the psychological dynamics of the characters, as well as insights for taking the world of the fantastical into our every day lives. We ask questions like: What is co-regulating? How do we approach building self-esteem? How do we regulate our emotions when there is so much coming at us all the time? We laugh (like, a stupid amount), we cry (because we’re laughing so hard… it involves eggs and tomatoes… iykyk), and we bring our clinical expertise to the world of fantasy and romantasy. 

Please note: Several potentially triggering, emotional, and/or traumatic themes may be discussed which could be impactful or upsetting. Further, adult language and themes are used in discussions of this book. Please take care of yourself and use caution if you are not in a space to engage with these conversations. Further, • this podcast is hosted by licensed mental health counselors, but it should not be used to diagnose, treat, or address any individual mental health concerns or conditions. The knowledge, opinions, and experiences we express related to mental health are our own and should not be applied as treatment - this is just for fun. If you feel you need mental health treatment, please seek out your own individualized mental health care.