Stressed Depressed & Anxious

Hey, Babies! 🎄 It’s your Local Neighborhood Baby, and welcome to A Very Stressed Depressed & Anxious Christmas Special!

This year, I’m taking a real, raw, and honest look at the holidays—because let’s face it, not everything about Christmas is merry and bright. In this live episode, I’m diving into some of the toughest (and worst) Christmas stories submitted by you, my amazing community, and answering your questions about surviving the holidays when you’re feeling anything but festive.

We’ll be talking about:
🎁 Family drama that could rival a reality TV show.
🎄 Loneliness and how to navigate spending Christmas solo.
❄️ Coping with grief, toxic dynamics, financial stress, and all the messiness of the holidays.
🥺 Plus, I’ll react to your heart-wrenching, and oh my God, what even is this holiday stories.

Whether you’re the Grinch, a holiday lover, or just trying to make it through December without losing your mind, this episode is for you.

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Love you! 🧑🏾‍🎄

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Day 12 of the 12 days of Christmas Series! 🎄☃️🎊 If time were ours to bargain with, would we spend it any differently? Would we cherish it more, or waste it all the same, just to feel its weight in our hands again?

In this deeply moving episode, your Local Neighborhood Baby chats with Terry Tucker—a man in the thick of a battle with cancer, a former SWAT hostage negotiator, and a beacon of resilience. Terry’s story is not about what’s been taken but about what remains: trust, empathy, and the choice to persist, even when life is unbearably heavy.

He shares the truths that have shaped him, guiding him through the darkest hours: the courage to embrace pain, the discipline to master the mind, and the profound understanding that legacy is not measured in time but in the love and impact we leave behind.

To hear Terry speak is to be reminded of life’s fragile beauty. His words call us to sit with discomfort, to trust in human connection, and to savor every moment—even the ones we wish would pass.

If I could have it back—all the time spent listening, learning, laughing—I’d waste it all again, and again, and again. Because moments like this, shared in honesty and hope, are never truly wasted.

This conversation is a gift, a reminder to live fully and love deeply, no matter how fleeting the time may feel.

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Terry Tucker is a speaker, author, and international podcast guest on the topics of motivation, mindset, and self-development. He has a business administration degree from The Citadel (where he played college basketball) and a master’s degree from Boston University. Among his diverse professional roles, Terry has been a marketing executive, a hospital administrator, a SWAT Hostage Negotiator, a business owner, and for the past twelve years, a cancer warrior (which saw the amputation of his foot in 2018 and his leg in 2020). He is the author of the book, Sustainable Excellence, Ten Principles To Leading Your Uncommon and Extraordinary Life and a featured author of the new book, Perspectives On Cancer, Stories Of Healing, Hope, & Resilience. Terry has been published in Authority, Thrive Global, and Human Capital Leadership magazines, along with being featured in the book, Audaciousness, Your Journey To Living A Bold And Authentic Life by Maribel Ortega and Helen Strong.

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Day 11 of the 12 days of Christmas Series! 🎄☃️🎊 In this episode, your Local Neighborhood Baby and Kevin Palmieri delve into the complexities of mental health, personal growth, and resilience. Kevin shares his personal journey of overcoming depression and suicidal ideation, emphasizing the importance of support systems and the distinction between bad days and mental health crises. They discuss the impact of money on mental health, the necessity of building meaningful relationships, and the significance of small, sustainable changes in one's life. The conversation highlights the need for empathy and understanding in addressing mental health challenges, as well as the importance of authenticity in sharing personal experiences to inspire others.

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Some people find rock bottom... I found out that rock bottom had a basement.

In my mid 20's... I had it all.

I had a beautiful girlfriend, high paying job, sports car, my dream body... but I still ended up sitting on the edge of a bed debating suicide.

After my rock bottom moment, I went all in on holistic self-improvement.

I was determined to overcome my anxiety, depression and to finally live the life I'd always dreamed of.

Years later, I now host a podcast that impacts hundreds of thousands of people in countries all over the world.

At this stage, I've helped grow the podcast into a $1M+ revenue business, and I've recorded well over 2,600+ episodes.

I've also given hundreds of speeches, trainings, and coaching sessions with people all over the world.

The main thing that changed was ME.

I focused on learning what I didn't know (unlearning a lot too), and my life started to shift.

I love talking about consistency, commitment, habits, mindset, confidence, fear, relationships, limiting beliefs, and everything in between.

I believe in a heart-driven but NO BS approach to holistic self-improvement, and I look forward to teaching even more people about what it really takes to get to the next level!

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Day 10 of the 12 days of Christmas Series! 🎄☃️🎊 In this episode, your Local Neighborhood Baby interviews Thomas R. Wilson from R & H Creative Advocacy, who shares his journey of using storytelling and Dungeons & Dragons as tools for healing within the neurodiverse and mental health communities. Thomas discusses the importance of empathy, the impact of sensory-friendly events, and how personal experiences shaped his advocacy work. He emphasizes the transformative power of creativity in healing and the need for community support.

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Guest Bio:

Thomas R Wilson is a professional Advocate, Writer, Consultant, Business Owner, and Sensory Friendly Event Specialist. His work is centered around an empathic and person-first mindset that works to empower and uplift community voices. His work is inspired by his own personal experiences within his life as a member of the Neuro-diverse and Mental health community.

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Day 9 of the 12 days of Christmas Series! 🎄☃️🎊

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Natalie Wong is an Image and Mindset Consultant who sparks remarkable change. She empowers individuals to enhance their mindset, their communication and their appearance, resulting in lasting transformation.

Drawing on her skills in both RTT® hypnotherapy and image consulting , Natalie brings about strong and lasting changes.

Natalie doesn't just focus on the outside; she also helps people feel more confident and think positively. With Natalie's guidance, clients don't just change temporarily – they keep getting better, becoming more confident and ready to take on new challenges.

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Day 8 of the 12 days of Christmas Series! 🎄☃️🎊

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Day 7 of the 12 days of Christmas Series! 🎄☃️🎊

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Mortal Triumph, an apparel and lifestyle brand that aims to empower individuals through sacrifice and resilience. It is a military-inspired brand.

I want to provide a bit of background and my story of how this brand came to be. The inspiration started with my parents. My parents were Mexican immigrants who came here in search of better opportunities. I lost them at a young age; my mother when I was 10 and my father when I was 11. One of the major things I learned from them was that everything in life is earned through sacrifice.

They sacrificed everything so that we could have better opportunities. So after they died, I took that lesson everywhere. My work ethic became my power, and I took pride in the work that I did. Simply having an opportunity was an accomplishment.

This theme carried into college and ultimately led me to join the military as an EOD technician. I met some of the best people in the world during my military career. Lots of like-minded individuals who also believed in legacy and honor for a greater purpose. Some of them even gave the ultimate sacrifice of their lives.

So when I decided to create Mortal Triumph: these became my values: legacy, sacrifice, and triumph. By honoring those who came before who paved the way, we have the privilege to sacrifice in the present and work towards victory. We all die at some point, so why not earn it by living up to our values?

Ultimately, Mortal Triumph is a brand about self-empowerment through these ideas. In every garment, there is a story of sacrifice and glory, and each individual has the sacrifices they make each day.

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Day 6 of the 12 days of Christmas Series! 🎄☃️🎊

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Trina Kennedy has dedicated more than three decades to the field of human services, advocating for and supporting those facing life’s toughest challenges. Her experiences have not only shaped her professional career but have deeply influenced her personal growth and writing. In her debut book, Trina draws upon her extensive background and her own journey through trauma to offer insights into healing and self-discovery. Her work embodies a heartfelt commitment to fostering resilience and empowering others to find their path to recovery. Residing in Blackfalds, Alberta, she cherishes the community that has supported her and the natural beauty that continually inspires her. Whether through her professional endeavors or in her writing, Trina strives to illuminate the possibilities of transformation and the power of human connection.

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Day 5 of the 12 days of Christmas Series! 🎄☃️🎊

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Tess Brigham (MFT, BCC) dubbed the “Millennial Therapist” by CNBC is an expert psychotherapist, certified coach, author and Tedx speaker. She specializes in helping young adults discover their unique life path in order to go out into the world and make an impact. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Tess has over 20 years of experience. She is a regular contributor at both CNBC and Forbes and was featured on the TV Show, “The Doctors” to discuss the Millennial mental health crisis.

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Day 4 of the 12 days of Christmas Series! 🎄☃️🎊

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Dawna Campbell, known as The Mind Whisperer, is a sought-after speaker who has shared the stage with Sharon Lechter, Mark Victor Hansen, Dr. Joe Vitale, Lisa Nichols, and Bill Walsh. Through her international private practice, she helps clients clear energy blocks for instant manifestation and healing. Her expertise in reprogramming the subconscious mind for wealth creation underscores her insights on happiness, prosperity, and love.

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