TMI Episode - The Power of Opossums and Mental Health

In this episode of TMI, host DJ Telesto interviews Blossom, a two-dimensional virtual YouTuber and streamer with a character themed around possums. The two chat about her journey as a content creator and her strong advocacy for mental health. Blossom also shares her battle with various mental disorders including ADHD, OCD, and bipolar disorder, and how she uses her experiences to support others facing similar struggles. She also shared about her love for anime, and games, particularly her fascination with opossums. Lastly, Blossom and DJ Telesto ended the discussion about influential anime series they have watched and a shared love for S'mores flavored Pop-Tarts.

Find more about Blossom!

https://www.twitch.tv/opossumblossoms

https://twitter.com/BlossomsOpossum

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF1rpVX_lzHMQT1XZwRINCg

00:11 Introduction and Guest Arrival

00:48 Getting to Know Blossom the Mischievous Possum

01:12 The Opossum Discussion: Facts and Misconceptions

03:00 Why Opossums? Blossom's Connection to the Creature

07:11 Blossom's Journey into VTubing and Streaming

13:15 The Birth of a Christian VTuber Group

22:56 The Joys and Challenges of VTubing and Streaming

25:08 Blossom's Future Goals and Aspirations

30:07 Advocacy for Mental Health: A Personal Journey

31:02 Growing Up with Dyslexia, Anxiety, and Depression

31:29 The Struggles of Living with Bipolar Disorder

32:17 The Impact of Medication and Dealing with OCD

33:25 The Importance of Early Intervention and Therapy

34:33 The Power of Sharing Personal Experiences

35:19 Misunderstandings and Misconceptions about OCD

37:55 The Journey to Diagnosis and Acceptance

41:04 The Role of Family Support in Mental Health

42:31 The Importance of Seeking Help and Normalizing Mental Health Conversations

49:21 Anime Appreciation and Recommendations

58:16 The Great Pop Tart Debate