In this heartfelt episode, we share an update on our mom’s journey through her second year battling stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. It’s been a year filled with challenges, triumphs, and countless moments of reflection. As we walk you through her progress, setbacks, and the little victories, we’re reminded of the power of gratitude—finding strength in small blessings and cherishing every shared moment. Join us as we explore what it means to be resilient and grateful, even in the face of life’s most difficult battles. This one is especially close to our hearts, and we’re grateful to share it with you.

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WELCOME TO SEASON 3! In this episode of Mentally Somewhere Else, Mercedes, and Parker dive into the lessons we’ve learned as parents and the invaluable wisdom passed down from our own parents. In this personal start to the season, join us as we share heartwarming stories, unexpected parenting wins (and fails), and how our childhood experiences shape the way we raise our kids today. Whether you’re a parent yourself or reflecting on what you’ve learned from your parents, this episode will take you on a nostalgic and thought-provoking journey.

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Welcome to Season 3! We are so excited to be back with you here at Mentally Somewhere Else.

In this special Halloween episode, we dive into the world of fear—both the irrational kind from childhood and the real-life terrors that leave us questioning what’s lurking in the shadows 👻.

We start by asking, "What irrational fears did you have as a kid?" From there, we unravel a series of unsettling stories that will make your skin crawl. There’s the tale of an unexpected intruder in the most personal of spaces, a chilling photo that reveals more than meets the eye, a terrifying presence felt in the dead of night, and a heart-stopping moment every parent dreads.

These stories will leave you on edge and questioning the safety of even the most familiar places. So grab a blanket, turn down the lights, and prepare for a frightful ride you won’t forget. 

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Get ready for a sleigh-full of laughs as we unwrap the comical (and a little tender) side of holiday traditions! 🎁 From awkward family parties to White Elephant gift exchange shenanigans, we're spilling the cocoa on the festive follies that make this season merry and bright. 🌟

Tune in for:

🕺 Ugly sweater party escapades
🐾 Pets and the holidays: A recipe for adorable chaos
✈️ Holiday travel hiccups
+ much more.

Hit play, share a laugh, and let us sleigh your holiday stress away! 🛷🤪

Listen now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!

#HolidayTraditions #ComedyPodcast #TisTheSeasonToLaugh #FestiveFunnies

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🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️

Ever had butterflies in your stomach before speaking in public? 🦋 Join us on Mentally Somewhere Else as we dive into hilariously relatable stories of performance anxiety! 😅🎤

🤣 From stage fright fiascos to conquering the mic with comedy, we've got relatable stories that'll have you chuckling in no time. Whether you're a seasoned speaker or someone who gets nervous at the thought of speaking up, this episode is for you!

Hit play, and have a laugh! 🤪

Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts!

#PublicSpeaking #ComedyPodcast #StageFrightNoMore #LaughWithUs

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Join us in a heartwarming and insightful conversation as we sit down with a truly remarkable guest - my amazing mom, Mykalene Shaw! She's sharing her inspiring journey through the ups and downs of breast cancer with grace, humor, and unwavering strength.

🎗️ Together, we navigate her world, embracing vulnerability and resilience. Mykalene's wisdom and positivity will leave you feeling uplifted and motivated to tackle life's challenges head-on.

🌸 Share to spread hope and positivity! 💕
#BreastCancerAwareness #Inspiration #Podcast

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Are you ready? In this bone-chilling episode of Mentally Somewhere Else, hosts Parker and Mercedes delve into a collection of spooky stories submitted by our listeners and a few of our own. With every twist and turn, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat, eagerly anticipating what will happen next.

So, grab a cozy blanket, dim the lights, and prepare for an unforgettable night of chilling tales, as your favorite podcast hosts guide you through the world of the unknown. But remember, these stories are not for the faint of heart!

Listen and subscribe - if you dare! 👻🎧 #SpookyStories #PodcastEpisodes #ChillsAndThrills

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Our annual spooky stories kickoff is here! We open up the spooky season with some truly chilling scary stories. These tales will make you think twice about sleeping with the blinds open, running with music at full blast, and overconfidently assuming the cause of the scary noise you just heard is just a rat, cat, or bird. 

We will be doing a submission episode to hear your own spooky stories toward the end of the month! Have your own scary story to share? Submit today on our IG or our submission form!

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The dynamic duo is back for Season 2! Parker and Mercedes are so excited for this next chapter of Mentally Somewhere Else and we are so excited to have you join us. We kick things off with a much-needed life update and then top off our episode on a lighter note discussing our favorite and least favorite past trends.

Just like last year, we are going to jump right into Spooky Season with our HIGHLY REQUESTED scary story episodes. If you'd like to submit your own spooky tale, you can submit via our Instagram link in bio, or here: https://bit.ly/MentallySomewhereElseSubmission 

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Some people say that you should travel so that "you have stories to tell not stuff to show". WELL. When we asked for your travel stories and blunders, it was a storytelling. festival. From airplane delays to more foreign bathroom mishaps that we could have imagined, you all delivered plenty of follies that made us laugh. Thank you for all of your submissions and allowing us to go "Mentally Somewhere Else" with you this week.

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