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The Albrecht Authors: No More Secrets
By Katie and Mary AlbrechtSociety & CultureHealth & FitnessMental HealthRelationshipsPersonal Journals
The Albrecht Authors: No More Secrets episodes
- (4-20) The Benefits of Laughing at Yourself
It’s no secret that we all make mistakes from time to time. While some people get down on themselves, Mary and Katie tend to laugh it off. In this episode of No More Secrets, the Albrecht Duo share embarrassing moments that they faced in their past and how they dealt with it in laughter. Katie and Mary also share psychological benefits of laughter when times are hard. This episode tells stories of wardrobe malfunctions, terrible first dates, and day to day slip ups.
Research link: https://www.nbcnews.com/better/health/why-science-good-health-favors-those-who-can-laugh-themselves-ncna781256
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Mary & Katie's Book: Broken Nek
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Website: https://thealbrechtauthors.com55 min - (4-19) Positive Thinking or Toxic Positivity?
We’ve all seen those self-help books and motivational speakers that tell us “the power of positive thinking.” While positivity and happiness can certainly come in handy in some situations, it’s not a one-size-fits-all for everyone. In this episode of No More Secrets, the Albrecht duo share experiences in their life when positivity helped them but also times when it made the situation worse. This episode covers the topics of positive vs negative people, depression, and cancer and toxic positivity in all.
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Mary & Katie's Book: Broken Nek
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Website: https://thealbrechtauthors.com43 min - (4-18) Brain Fog and the Connection of ADHD, Anemia, and Dementia
Whether it’s from themselves or others around them, everyone has experienced “brain fog” at some point in their life. In this episode of No More Secrets, Katie and Mary discuss how before the respective diagnoses of A.D.D and Anemia, they had experienced the high levels of forgetfulness and spaciness that defines brain fog. The duo then compare the two disorders to dementia, depression and even anxiety and how it affects their everyday life.
Research links:
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325933
https://www.verywellmind.com/the-adhd-brain-4129396
https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/facts.html
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Mary & Katie's Book: Broken Nek
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Website: https://thealbrechtauthors.com51 min - (4-17) Adrenaline and Hysterical Strength
We’ve all heard of the phrase “adrenaline junkie.” Though typically used in the cases of extreme sports, adrenaline can release through the human body in other highly emotional situations. In this episode of No More Secrets, Mary and Katie share their experience with running on adrenaline and how living a life filled with chaos and unpredictability led them to subconsciously wanting more.
Research links:
https://www.healthline.com/health/hysterical-strength#in-the-news
https://www.healthline.com/health/adrenaline-junkie#activities
https://www.agingcare.com/questions/caregiving-kill-you-179403.htm
If you would like to be a guest on No More Secrets, please fill out the form here and we will be in touch!
Mary & Katie's Book: Broken Nek
Follow us on IG: @thealbrechtauthors
FB: /thealbrechtauthors
www.thealbrechtauthors.com
Support the show https://www.patreon.com/thealbrechtauthors
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Website: https://thealbrechtauthors.com46 min - (4-16) We Lost a Family Member
In this episode of No More Secrets, Mary and Katie share the recent loss of Al, Mary’s father and Katie’s grandpa. They talk about their relationship with Al while he was alive and the enduring last week of his life. Through their chat, they realize that grief is hard no matter what it looks like. Also, briefly hear from a special guest in this episode: Katie’s fiance, Matt as he chats with the duo about the Albrecht Family Life.
If you would like to be a guest on No More Secrets, please fill out the form here and we will be in touch!
Mary & Katie's Book: Broken Nek
Follow us on IG: @thealbrechtauthors
FB: /thealbrechtauthors
www.thealbrechtauthors.com
Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thealbrechtauthors)
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Website: https://thealbrechtauthors.com57 min - (4-15) Grieving My Father Twice ft. Dr Jordan Leasure
Returning guest, Dr. Jordan Leasure didn’t speak to her dad, John, for three months before he died. Their relationship, which had once been a happy one, had become estranged after years of disconnect and complication. Their ties officially severed after Jordan’s wedding when John completely blew it off. In this episode of No More Secrets, Katie and Mary invite Dr. Jordan again to chat about what it’s like to fall out with a loved one and for them to pass away shortly afterwards. This episode details complicated grief, dicey parent-child dynamics, and carrying on during the hard parts of life.
Dr. Jordan's Website: https://drleasure.com/
If you would like to be a guest on No More Secrets, please fill out the form here and we will be in touch!
Mary & Katie's Book: Broken Nek
Follow us on IG: @thealbrechtauthors
FB: /thealbrechtauthors
www.thealbrechtauthors.com
Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thealbrechtauthors)
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Website: https://thealbrechtauthors.com1 hr 5 min - (4-14) Assisted Suicide
“Assisted suicide” is when a patient suffering from an incurable disease is provided by a doctor to accelate the process of death. While this practice is not common, there are several parts of the world and even a few U.S states where it is legal with certain requirements first. In this episode, the Albrecht Gals share their thoughts on this highly controversial topic and stories of assisted suicide in real life.
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Mary & Katie's Book: Broken Nek
Follow us on IG: @thealbrechtauthors
FB: /thealbrechtauthors
Twitter: @albrechtauthors
www.thealbrechtauthors.com
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Website: https://thealbrechtauthors.com54 min - (4-13) How to Deal with Difficult People
Both Mary and Katie alike have had their fair share of difficult people in their life. From Ken to old coworkers, and even challenging moments with friends, the Albrecht Duo, like most others out there, have learned some tactics of how to manage exhausting people. In this episode, the Albrecht gals discuss with each other a few of the different types of difficult people in the world and some ways they or others have handled these situations.
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We want to hear from you! If you would like to be a guest on No More Secrets, please fill out the form here and we will be in touch.
Mary & Katie's Book: Broken Nek
Follow us on IG: @thealbrechtauthors
FB: /thealbrechtauthors
Twitter: @albrechtauthors
www.thealbrechtauthors.com
Support the show
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Website: https://thealbrechtauthors.com48 min - (4-12) The “Peg-Leg” Cancer Survivor: Lifesaving Amputation at 28 Years Old ft. Matt Beck (Pt. 2)
Before the age of 30, Matt Beck found out what no one wants to hear: He had cancer and had to act fast. After several rounds of treatment with chemotherapy and countless hospital visits, Matt eventually learns the inevitable truth that he will have to amputate his leg and part of his pelvis to get rid of the cancer. In this episode of No More Secrets, Mary and Katie chat with Matt as he shares his story of conquering this life-threatening journey. Matt’s story is one of overcoming adversity, love for his family, and always keeping a sense of humor. This is part 2 of 2 in Matt’s incredible tale.
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Instagram: @thepeglegdad
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We want to hear from you! If you would like to be a guest on No More Secrets, please fill out the form here and we will be in touch.
Mary & Katie's Book: Broken Nek
Follow us on IG: @thealbrechtauthors
FB: /thealbrechtauthors
Twitter: @albrechtauthors
www.thealbrechtauthors.com
Support the show
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Website: https://thealbrechtauthors.com54 min - (4-11) The “Peg-Leg” Cancer Survivor: Lifesaving Amputation at 28 Years Old ft. Matt Beck (Pt. 1)
Before the age of 30, Matt Beck found out what no one wants to hear: He had cancer and had to act fast. After several rounds of treatment with chemotherapy and countless hospital visits, Matt eventually learns the inevitable truth that he will have to amputate his leg and part of his pelvis to get rid of the cancer. In this episode of No More Secrets, Mary and Katie chat with Matt as he shares his story of conquering this life-threatening journey. Matt’s story is one of overcoming adversity, love for his family, and always keeping a sense of humor. This is part 1 of 2 in Matt’s incredible tale.
Follow Matt on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePegLegDad
Instagram: @thepeglegdad
Follow us on YouTube!
We want to hear from you! If you would like to be a guest on No More Secrets, please fill out the form here and we will be in touch.
Mary & Katie's Book: Broken Nek
Follow us on IG: @thealbrechtauthors
FB: /thealbrechtauthors
Twitter: @albrechtauthors
www.thealbrechtauthors.com
Support the show
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Website: https://thealbrechtauthors.com58 min
About The Albrecht Authors: No More Secrets
From the publisher's feed
How many terrible secrets can one family hold? In early 2019, Mary and Katie published a memoir named Broken Nek, detailing their life of abuse and trauma from Ken, Katie's father/Mary's brother.…
After speaking to crowds across the midwest, this aunt and niece duo realized that their story is far from over and both now strive for a life of authenticity. In this podcast, Mary and Katie sort out their family's history and their ongoing struggles and triumphs with mental health. All the issues that were once swept under the rug are now coming to light through these conversations about family, truth, and healing.