GrownKid ARCHIVES

we chatted with our childhood idol who continues to be iconic to this day, karan brar, about his experience learning he will likely be in therapy for the rest of his life, how he handles toxic queer expectations, and the support systems he's built to aid his mental health.

Follow GrownKid on Instagram: @Grownk1d @gaelaitor @_kaylasuarez

Featured Guests:

Karan Brar: @karanbrar, best known for his roles in Jessie and Diary of a Wimpy Kid, shares his personal journey with therapy and mental health.

About Our Partners:

GrownKid is made possible by the Schultz Family Foundation, dedicated to helping young people unlock their full potential and successfully navigate to fulfilling careers.

GrownKid is made in partnership with Joy Coalition where purpose driven content meets powerful storytelling. From 13 reasons Why to unprisoned, Joy Coalition projects are made to bridge generations and drive groundbreaking conversations.

Interested in a career in mental health? Check out the Youth Mental Health Corps – a new program created by the Schultz Family Foundation, Pinterest and AmeriCorps - where anyone with a high school degree can gain experience, skills, and a credential during a year of paid service in the mental health field. Learn more at youthmentalhealthcorps.org

Resources:

The American Counseling Association (ACA) advances mental health and well-being through advocacy, education, and research, supporting professional counselors and promoting access to quality care. https://www.counseling.org/

HelpGuide.org is a nonprofit offering evidence-based mental health resources to empower individuals and families to improve well-being and make positive life changes.

https://www.helpguide.org/

Bring Change to Mind (BC2M) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending the stigma and discrimination surrounding mental illness.

https://www.bringchange2mind.org/

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Have you considered quitting therapy? Well, it might actually be a great idea. In this episode, we explore the idea that therapy isn't necessarily a lifelong commitment but rather a dynamic tool to be used when needed. We debate constant introspection may do more harm than good, questioning the fine line between healthy self-awareness and potentially damaging over-analysis. We chat with our friend, Karan Brar, to explore the motivations behind self-reflection, investigating whether it serves as a genuine quest for personal growth or merely as a coping mechanism to navigate the psychological intricacies surrounding the fear of being perceived as flawed, examining societal pressures and the internal narratives that drive this apprehension.

Follow GrownKid on Instagram: @Grownk1d @gaelaitor @_kaylasuarez

Featured Guests:

Karan Brar: @karanbrar, best known for his roles in Jessie and Diary of a Wimpy Kid, shares his personal journey with therapy and mental health.

Dr. Dakari Quimbly: https://www.developyourmental.com/about-me, is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in Los Angeles California, with 9+ years of experience providing trauma-informed, strength based, and culturally responsive services.

About Our Partners:

GrownKid is made possible by the Schultz Family Foundation, dedicated to helping young people unlock their full potential and successfully navigate to fulfilling careers.

GrownKid is made in partnership with Joy Coalition where purpose driven content meets powerful storytelling. From 13 reasons Why to unprisoned, Joy Coalition projects are made to bridge generations and drive groundbreaking conversations.

Interested in a career in mental health? Check out the Youth Mental Health Corps – a new program created by the Schultz Family Foundation, Pinterest and AmeriCorps - where anyone with a high school degree can gain experience, skills, and a credential during a year of paid service in the mental health field. Learn more at youthmentalhealthcorps.org

Resources:

The American Counseling Association (ACA) advances mental health and well-being through advocacy, education, and research, supporting professional counselors and promoting access to quality care. https://www.counseling.org/

HelpGuide.org is a nonprofit offering evidence-based mental health resources to empower individuals and families to improve well-being and make positive life changes.

https://www.helpguide.org/

Bring Change to Mind (BC2M) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending the stigma and discrimination surrounding mental illness.

https://www.bringchange2mind.org/

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gael & kayla chatted with jonathan van ness to learn about what it means to have the courage to live authentically. also spoke to them about their experience setting boundaries with their family, recovery after hitting rock bottom, the importance of chosen family, and everything they wish they knew in their 20s.

SOCIAL LINKS

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grownk1d/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grownkid

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3C6oJYFLbesR2ELhXIk7dz?si=6acdcba455dc4323

Website: grownkid.com

About Our Partners:

GrownKid is made possible by the Schultz Family Foundation, dedicated to helping young people unlock their full potential and successfully navigate to fulfilling careers.

GrownKid is made in partnership with Joy Coalition where purpose driven content meets powerful storytelling. From 13 reasons Why to unprisoned, Joy Coalition projects are made to bridge generations and drive groundbreaking conversations.

Interested in a career in mental health? Check out the Youth Mental Health Corps – a new program created by the Schultz Family Foundation, Pinterest and AmeriCorps - where anyone with a high school degree can gain experience, skills, and a credential during a year of paid service in the mental health field. Learn more at youthmentalhealthcorps.org

Resources:

Together Estranged - About: "Family challenges can really hurt. Our mission is to support and empower those estranged from family, while working to destigmatize estrangement in the public sphere. We acknowledge people who've lost family relationships due to childhood trauma, abuse, lack of acceptance for being who they are, promoting their strength and inner healing." https://www.togetherestranged.org/

Adult Child Podcast - About: "Adult Child illuminates the impact and symptoms of growing up in a dysfunctional family, and offers support and guidance for healing." https://www.adultchildpodcast.com/

The LGTBQ+ Center NYC - About: "The Center is a safe and affirming community center for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers to access lifesaving services and make meaningful connections." https://gaycenter.org/

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whether it's because of a language barrier, political views, or sexuality, many of us have had moments where we wonder if our family truly gets us. if you've ever felt the need to set clear boundaries or even go no contact with your family, this episode is for you. while family is forever, maybe we should get to choose who that family is for us.

SOCIAL LINKS

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grownk1d/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grownkid

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3C6oJYFLbesR2ELhXIk7dz?si=6acdcba455dc4323

Website: grownkid.com

About Our Partners:

GrownKid is made possible by the Schultz Family Foundation, dedicated to helping young people unlock their full potential and successfully navigate to fulfilling careers.

GrownKid is made in partnership with Joy Coalition where purpose driven content meets powerful storytelling. From 13 reasons Why to unprisoned, Joy Coalition projects are made to bridge generations and drive groundbreaking conversations.

Interested in a career in mental health? Check out the Youth Mental Health Corps – a new program created by the Schultz Family Foundation, Pinterest and AmeriCorps - where anyone with a high school degree can gain experience, skills, and a credential during a year of paid service in the mental health field. Learn more at youthmentalhealthcorps.org

Resources:

Together Estranged - About: "Family challenges can really hurt. Our mission is to support and empower those estranged from family, while working to destigmatize estrangement in the public sphere. We acknowledge people who've lost family relationships due to childhood trauma, abuse, lack of acceptance for being who they are, promoting their strength and inner healing." https://www.togetherestranged.org/

Adult Child Podcast - About: "Adult Child illuminates the impact and symptoms of growing up in a dysfunctional family, and offers support and guidance for healing." https://www.adultchildpodcast.com/ 

The LGTBQ+ Center NYC - About: "The Center is a safe and affirming community center for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers to access lifesaving services and make meaningful connections." https://gaycenter.org/

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whether it's because of a language barrier, political views, or sexuality, many of us have had moments where we wonder if our family truly gets us. if you've ever felt the need to set clear boundaries or even go no contact with your family, this episode is for you. while family is forever, maybe we should get to choose who that family is for us.

SOCIAL LINKS

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grownk1d/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grownkid

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3C6oJYFLbesR2ELhXIk7dz?si=6acdcba455dc4323

Website: grownkid.com

About Our Partners:

GrownKid is made possible by the Schultz Family Foundation, dedicated to helping young people unlock their full potential and successfully navigate to fulfilling careers.

GrownKid is made in partnership with Joy Coalition where purpose driven content meets powerful storytelling. From 13 reasons Why to unprisoned, Joy Coalition projects are made to bridge generations and drive groundbreaking conversations.

Interested in a career in mental health? Check out the Youth Mental Health Corps – a new program created by the Schultz Family Foundation, Pinterest and AmeriCorps - where anyone with a high school degree can gain experience, skills, and a credential during a year of paid service in the mental health field. Learn more at youthmentalhealthcorps.org

Resources:

Together Estranged - About: "Family challenges can really hurt. Our mission is to support and empower those estranged from family, while working to destigmatize estrangement in the public sphere. We acknowledge people who've lost family relationships due to childhood trauma, abuse, lack of acceptance for being who they are, promoting their strength and inner healing." https://www.togetherestranged.org/

Adult Child Podcast - About: "Adult Child illuminates the impact and symptoms of growing up in a dysfunctional family, and offers support and guidance for healing." https://www.adultchildpodcast.com/

The LGTBQ+ Center NYC - About: "The Center is a safe and affirming community center for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers to access lifesaving services and make meaningful connections." https://gaycenter.org/

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the results of this election were… surprising. we’re feeling a jumble of emotions. we’re sad. tired. disappointed. angry. and im sure you guys are too. this feels like a weird reality we didn’t think we would have to live through again, and so now we’re left to deal with the question of “now what?” what does this mean for us? for the future?

SOCIAL LINKS:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grownk1d/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grownkid

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3C6oJYFLbesR2ELhXIk7dz?si=6acdcba455dc4323

Website: grownkid.com

About Our Partners:

GrownKid is made in partnership with Joy Coalition where purpose driven content meets powerful storytelling. From 13 reasons Why to unprisoned, Joy Coalition projects are made to bridge generations and drive groundbreaking conversations.

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in this *very* special episode of GrownKid, we asked our friend if we could record a podcast at his halloween house party and thankfully he let us in. but then again how could you not? do you see these costumes? aka the coon and kyle dressed as thor in that halloween south park episode. lots of important issues talked about in this episode...

SOCIAL LINKS:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grownk1d/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grownkid

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3C6oJYFLbesR2ELhXIk7dz?si=6acdcba455dc4323

Website: grownkid.com

About Our Partners:

GrownKid is made in partnership with Joy Coalition where purpose driven content meets powerful storytelling. From 13 reasons Why to unprisoned, Joy Coalition projects are made to bridge generations and drive groundbreaking conversations.

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tensions feel very high this election session and with election day coming closer we can all feel a collective anxiety. part of this anxiety stems from people deciding to not vote in this election because they feel like they’re choosing between a lesser of two evils - which is understandable but is it valid? we talk two young people - a white and hispanic male - who are abstaining from voting and want to understand the reasons behind their decision. to help us further understand the stakes in this election and voting habits, we talk with Rachel Janfaza, a journalist covering gen z political culture and all things related to young voters in U.S. politics. 

SOCIAL LINKS: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grownk1d/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grownkid

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3C6oJYFLbesR2ELhXIk7dz?si=6acdcba455dc4323

Website: grownkid.com 

About Our Partners:

GrownKid is made possible by the Schultz Family Foundation, dedicated to helping young people unlock their full potential and successfully navigate to fulfilling careers.

GrownKid is made in partnership with Joy Coalition where purpose driven content meets powerful storytelling. From 13 reasons Why to unprisoned, Joy Coalition projects are made to bridge generations and drive groundbreaking conversations.

Interested in a career in mental health? Check out the Youth Mental Health Corps – a new program created by the Schultz Family Foundation, Pinterest and AmeriCorps - where anyone with a high school degree can gain experience, skills, and a credential during a year of paid service in the mental health field. Learn more at youthmentalhealthcorps.org

Featured Guests: 

Rachel Janfaza: @racheljanfaza & https://www.racheljanfaza.com/ | Journalist covering Gen Z political culture and all things related to young voters in U.S. politics and a consultant focused on youth civic engagement.

Miguel Chavez: Hispanic male choosing not to vote because of America’s role in the genocide of Gaza. 

Evan Wolfe: White male choosing not to vote because he does not support or align with the system and feels that neither candidate has his best interests. 

Resources: 

Speak Your Vote, https://www.speakyourvote.com/: a nonpartisan movement for amplifying Gen Z and Millennial hopes and dreams for the future. 

REGISTER TO VOTE HERE: https://vote.gov/register

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Are all of our friends broke and in credit card debt or are they actually just that wealthy? We talked with young adults with various degrees of credit card debt to figure out how they found themselves in debt, if they have a path out, and later, bring on a financial therapist to help us understand our relationship with money. We explore the underlying psychology behind impulsive spending, the nuances of consumerism, and gain valuable tips on fostering money self-control. Additionally, we dive into the art of budgeting, offering practical advice to empower you in making informed financial decisions and securing a stable financial future.

SOCIAL LINKS

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grownk1d/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grownkid

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3C6oJYFLbesR2ELhXIk7dz?si=6acdcba455dc4323

Website: grownkid.com

About Our Partners:

GrownKid is made possible by the Schultz Family Foundation, dedicated to helping young people unlock their full potential and successfully navigate to fulfilling careers.

GrownKid is made in partnership with Joy Coalition where purpose driven content meets powerful storytelling. From 13 reasons Why to unprisoned, Joy Coalition projects are made to bridge generations and drive groundbreaking conversations.

Interested in a career in mental health? Check out the Youth Mental Health Corps – a new program created by the Schultz Family Foundation, Pinterest and AmeriCorps - where anyone with a high school degree can gain experience, skills, and a credential during a year of paid service in the mental health field. Learn more at youthmentalhealthcorps.org

Featured Guests:

Aja Evans: ajaevanscounseling.com, Licensed mental health counselor specializing in mental health and financial wellness.

• Order ‘Feel Good Finance’ out on 12/3! https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/759700/feel-good-finance-by-aja-evans/

Resources:

Young Invincibles: Empowers young adults by particularly focusing on issues such as healthcare access, higher education, and financial health.

https://younginvincibles.org/

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how do you prevent your life from falling apart when you don’t feel like doing anything? Can we even afford a mental health day? we hear from individuals who have juggled their mental health challenges with professional life, learning about their coping mechanisms and the support systems that have helped them persevere. we discuss practical self-help strategies that go beyond traditional therapy, such as engaging in hobbies, utilizing third spaces for relaxation, and the benefits of peer-to-peer support networks. we also talk to Dr. Jessi Gold about how not to let life unravel when facing mental health issues.

SOCIAL LINKS:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grownk1d/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grownkid

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3C6oJYFLbesR2ELhXIk7dz?si=6acdcba455dc4323

Website: grownkid.com

About Our Partners:

GrownKid is made possible by the Schultz Family Foundation, dedicated to helping young people unlock their full potential and successfully navigate to fulfilling careers.

GrownKid is made in partnership with Joy Coalition where purpose driven content meets powerful storytelling. From 13 reasons Why to unprisoned, Joy Coalition projects are made to bridge generations and drive groundbreaking conversations.

Interested in a career in mental health? Check out the Youth Mental Health Corps – a new program created by the Schultz Family Foundation, Pinterest and AmeriCorps - where anyone with a high school degree can gain experience, skills, and a credential during a year of paid service in the mental health field. Learn more at youthmentalhealthcorps.org

Featured Guests:

Dr. Jessi Gold: @jessigoldmd, Chief Wellness Officer for the University of Tennessee System.

Order ‘How Do You Feel?’ out on 10/8! https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/How-Do-You-Feel/Jessi-Gold/9781982199777

Elio Kennedy-Yoon: Viral internet personality, Harvard Student, Singer

Reid Hensen: @reidhensen, Writer, Producer, Director @ Joy Coalition

Resources:

Active Minds - Encourages students to talk about mental health and seek help. Provides peer support, education, advocacy training, and resources for awareness campaigns.

The Jed Foundation (JED) - Works to protect emotional health and prevent suicide among teens and young adults. Offers program assessments, educational resources, peer support training, and suicide prevention efforts for schools and communities.

Born This Way Foundation - Focuses on youth mental health and promotes kindness. Provides mental health resources, anti-bullying campaigns, and youth-led community programs.

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