Mentally A Badass

Actor, author, and advocate Perry Power joins me to share his story of surviving sexual abuse. While the abuse itself was painful, Perry reveals that the greatest trauma came from being told to stay silent. In this conversation, he opens up about how silence shapes survivors, why breaking it is powerful, and shares his tips on finding the courage to speak up. 

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https://www.instagram.com/iamperrypower/

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In this episode of Mentally a Badass, I sit down with author Tyler Kania to talk openly about his journey with Bipolar 1 disorder. Tyler shares his experiences navigating manic episodes, struggling to keep a job, and facing the challenges of a serious knee injury and time in a mental health hospital. But this conversation isn’t just about the struggles—Tyler also highlights the surprising positives of living with Bipolar 1 and how his unique perspective fuels his creativity and resilience.

If you’re interested in mental health, resilience, or learning how to embrace the highs and lows of life, this episode will give you powerful insight and inspiration.

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https://www.tylerkania.com/

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In this episode, Morgan Brunner shares her powerful story of surviving a domestic violence marriage. She opens up about why she stayed at first—for her daughter—and the moment she realized that leaving was the only way to protect them both. Morgan talks about the hidden aftermath of abuse: living in constant fight-or-flight, the exhaustion it caused in her body, and the long journey of healing and recovery. If you’ve ever wondered what life after abuse looks like, or how trauma impacts both mind and body, this conversation is raw, honest, and full of hope.

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@thebrandedbabemo

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In this episode, I sit down with Brooke Deanne for an honest conversation about her time in a cult and how that experience led to CPTSD. Brooke shares what it’s really like living with trauma, how it shows up in everyday life, and the small steps she’s taking to heal and move forward.

We talk about the hard stuff—control, trust, and the weight of trauma—but also the hope that comes with recovery and rebuilding. This is one of those conversations that’s raw, real, and so needed.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Brooke’s experience of life inside a cult
• How CPTSD impacts daily life
• The challenges of recovery and self-trust
• Finding resilience and hope after trauma

In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Brittany Hansen to talk openly about panic attacks, mental health awareness, and the importance of breaking the stigma around these conversations. Brittany shares her personal experiences with anxiety and panic attacks, and why it’s so important to take them seriously. We also explore the role of boundaries in protecting our mental health, learning to embrace imperfections, and practicing self-acceptance in everyday life.

Topics we cover in this episode:

• What panic attacks really feel like and why they matter
• How to normalize conversations about mental health
• The importance of setting healthy boundaries
• Learning to embrace imperfections and authenticity
• Self-care practices that support mental well-being
• Why it’s okay to not have it all figured out

If you’ve ever struggled with anxiety, felt overwhelmed by panic, or needed a reminder that it’s okay to be imperfect, this episode will give you insight, encouragement, and tools to help you feel less alone

Check out Brittany's podcast!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whos-going-to-fix-this/id1804480859

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In this episode, I sit down with Zulma Williams—better known as The Swearing Therapist—to talk about what it really means to be authentic in a world obsessed with perfection. We get into why swearing isn’t a moral failure, how to stop caring about your looks, and why chasing happiness doesn’t have to mean pretending everything’s okay. If you’ve ever felt pressured to shrink yourself to fit in, this conversation will remind you that showing up exactly as you are is more than enough.

🔎 Topics we cover include:

• Why swearing isn’t “unprofessional”
• Letting go of body image pressures
• How to live unapologetically
• The link between authenticity and happiness

Follow Zulma https://www.instagram.com/theswearingtherapist

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In this powerful and honest conversation, Laura Walton shares her experience with grief after losing her father to suicide and later a close friend. While both losses shaped her, it was the passing of her friend that hit especially hard and stirred a deeper emotional reckoning.

We talk about how grief can feel different depending on the relationship, how she processed it all, and how being raised to stay silent about mental health left her without the tools to cope—until now.

Laura is on a mission to speak the things she was once taught to hide, and this episode is a testament to what happens when we finally say the hard things out loud.

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https://www.griefonpurpose.com/

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What happens when you realize the thing you’ve been chasing… isn’t actually what you want? 

In this episode, I sit down with Catherine Crestani to talk about the quiet, powerful moments of self-awareness that shaped her journey. From building a company to prove people wrong, to realizing she no longer wants to spend her energy that way — Catherine shares what it looks like to let go of ego, expectations, and outside validation. 

We also dive into: 

• The sting of being told she was “too young to lead” — and how that planted doubt
• Burning out from chasing success that wasn’t actually hers
• Learning to choose what’s worth her time and peace
• The underestimated power of everyday kindness

This is a conversation about unlearning, protecting your energy, and leading with intention — even when no one’s watching.

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https://hello-b14.mvt.so/

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Ever felt like you were doing everything “right,” but still felt off? Ashley Krooks joins us to share how burnout forced her to re-evaluate her definition of success. We talk about the difference between looking successful and feeling satisfied—and how she’s working to build a more grounded, peaceful life.

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https://www.instagram.com/ohtheplacesashgoes

https://ohtheplacesashgoes.com/body-scan/

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In this powerful episode, I sit down with therapist and addiction survivor Blake Hunt to discuss his personal journey with alcohol and how it led him to help others through mental health work. We dive deep into the mental health crisis facing our society—touching on everything from the fentanyl epidemic to borderline personality disorder (BPD), and how caregiver attachment plays a role in long-term emotional health. Blake offers raw insights, professional perspective, and real hope for anyone struggling—or supporting someone who is.

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https://www.blakehuntrecovery.com/ 

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