The Mental Funny Bone

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In this episode of 'The Mental Funny Bone,' hosts Sarah and Christine embark on a lively chat filled with humor and relatable anecdotes.  They manage to touch on deeper topics such as finding the right therapist and the significance of atomic habits. The duo also shares tips and experiences around maintaining household chores, handling the ups and downs of life, and embracing personal growth. From adventures in yoga to Christine's successful navigation of Green Day concerts and Van Morrison cover bands, the episode highlights the importance of finding joy in chaos while striving for a better, more organized life.

How to find mental health help when you're struggling.  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
https://washingtoncountyhumanservices.com/agencies/behavioral-health-developmental-services
https://www.alleghenycounty.us/Services/Human-Services-DHS/Publications/Resource-Guides
Apps -  Just search mental health where you get your apps.
EAP programs are a great place to look for help!!

Additional Resources (Sports Related):
https://globalsportmatters.com/health/2020/12/04/mental-health-resources-2/

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In this episode of the 'Mental Funnybone Becoming the Gaster Girls,' Sarah and Christine provide an entertaining mix of personal stories and mental health insights. They clarify that they are not licensed professionals and encourage seeking professional help when necessary. The episode features their humorous encounters with poorly written emails, candid discussions about challenging weeks, and delightful interactions with fans. They touch on the joys and struggles of motherhood, advocating for their children, and the dynamics of leaving for college. Sarah shares her initial therapy experience, and Christine speaks about atomic habits and upcoming reads. Listeners are in for a fun ride with stories about Bruce Springsteen concerts, speakeasy adventures, and the quirky intricacies of home life.

How to find mental health help when you're struggling.  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
https://washingtoncountyhumanservices.com/agencies/behavioral-health-developmental-services
https://www.alleghenycounty.us/Services/Human-Services-DHS/Publications/Resource-Guides
Apps -  Just search mental health where you get your apps.
EAP programs are a great place to look for help!!

Additional Resources (Sports Related):
https://globalsportmatters.com/health/2020/12/04/mental-health-resources-2/

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In this slightly more organized solo episode, Christine from 'The Mental Funny Bone' provides updates on Sarah, who is out sick. 

Christine shares heartfelt thanks for audience feedback and dives deep into both her and Sarah's mental health struggles, recounting significant personal stories such as panic attacks, therapy experiences, and the challenges of parenting a child with severe depression during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Christine also shares lighter moments, including making mixtapes, implementing yoga into her daily routine, and discussing self-improvement strategies from 'Atomic Habits.' The episode wraps up with a hopeful message and an invitation to send well wishes to Sarah.

How to find mental health help when you're struggling.  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
https://washingtoncountyhumanservices.com/agencies/behavioral-health-developmental-services
https://www.alleghenycounty.us/Services/Human-Services-DHS/Publications/Resource-Guides
Apps -  Just search mental health where you get your apps.
EAP programs are a great place to look for help!!

Additional Resources (Sports Related):
https://globalsportmatters.com/health/2020/12/04/mental-health-resources-2/

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It's new!  It's exciting!  It our first episode of Bare Bones Banter!

I do not have the right words to thank Jacki and Ed Faircloth enough for talking to Sarah and me.  (And meeting us for dinner at that barbeque place where Puck Jones used to be.)

These two have taken a personal tragedy and turned it into an opportunity to do really great things for others.

Go to their Facebook and check out what they have going on.  Buy a shirt or two.
 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558085344001

How to find mental health help when you're struggling.  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
https://washingtoncountyhumanservices.com/agencies/behavioral-health-developmental-services
https://www.alleghenycounty.us/Services/Human-Services-DHS/Publications/Resource-Guides
Apps -  Just search mental health where you get your apps.
EAP programs are a great place to look for help!!

Additional Resources (Sports Related):
https://globalsportmatters.com/health/2020/12/04/mental-health-resources-2/

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Join Sarah and Christine in this special 20th episode of the Mental Funny Bone podcast, where they share nostalgic memories of their youth, including childhood playtimes, family traditions, and humorous stories. They candidly discuss their ongoing mental health challenges, the ups and downs of maintaining healthy habits, and offer listener shoutouts. Get ready for an unfiltered, heartfelt, and entertaining episode filled with laughter and insightful reflections.

How to find mental health help when you're struggling.  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
https://washingtoncountyhumanservices.com/agencies/behavioral-health-developmental-services
https://www.alleghenycounty.us/Services/Human-Services-DHS/Publications/Resource-Guides
Apps -  Just search mental health where you get your apps.
EAP programs are a great place to look for help!!

Additional Resources (Sports Related):
https://globalsportmatters.com/health/2020/12/04/mental-health-resources-2/

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In this episode, Sarah and Christine navigate the relentless technical hiccups during the recording, sharing everything from personal anecdotes about post-graduation struggles to attempts at building better habits inspired by 'Atomic Habits'. They highlight the importance of accommodations for college students with mental health concerns, recount hilarious and heartfelt stories from their past, delve into their Olympic viewing experiences, and candidly discuss their exercise victories and setbacks. They also engage in light-hearted banter about their lives while tackling bigger topics such as mental health, personal growth, and self-improvement.

PS: If you're not checking our episodes out on YouTube, you are missing out! Our faces during all of the technical issues... priceless.

How to find mental health help when you're struggling.  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
https://washingtoncountyhumanservices.com/agencies/behavioral-health-developmental-services
https://www.alleghenycounty.us/Services/Human-Services-DHS/Publications/Resource-Guides
Apps -  Just search mental health where you get your apps.
EAP programs are a great place to look for help!!

Additional Resources (Sports Related):
https://globalsportmatters.com/health/2020/12/04/mental-health-resources-2/

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In this episode of the Mental Funny Bone, Sarah and Christine navigate through their chaotic but hilarious lives. They emphasize that while mental health is a big part of their podcast, they're not experts, advising listeners to seek professional help.  (Check out those links below.)

The current episode meanders through discussions about the challenges of habit formation, particularly around reading 'Atomic Habits', and the struggle of sticking to productive habits versus succumbing to distractions. They share personal anecdotes, including their experiences at various soccer events and dentist visits that highlight their unique perspectives on ordinary life incidents. They also delve into emails from fans and friends, reflecting on the importance of mental health awareness spurred by Chef Kalina Bliss’s decision to step back from a competition for her well-being. Despite technical difficulties and minor disputes, the episode wraps with the sisters reinforcing their goal of becoming better individuals while sharing laughs and light-hearted jabs at each other.

Episode Links
https://foodsided.com/posts/chef-kaleena-bliss-mental-health-conversation-top-chef-season-21-interview-01hxfd1dm4k7

How to find mental health help when you're struggling.  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
https://washingtoncountyhumanservices.com/agencies/behavioral-health-developmental-services
https://www.alleghenycounty.us/Services/Human-Services-DHS/Publications/Resource-Guides
Apps -  Just search mental health where you get your apps.
EAP programs are a great place to look for help!!

Additional Resources (Sports Related):
https://globalsportmatters.com/health/2020/12/04/mental-health-resources-2/

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NOTE: Here we go again, Funny Boners!  Our Pittsburgh is showing! For those of you who don't live in Pittsburgh and don't know what Kennywood Park is or was.  A quick watch of this video may be required:
An Actual Video of Everything We Talked about at Kennywood:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2fHkbRSRCTI&list=PLVMtWrTuFNomu6UsHk02L7rLL5yl0f-m_&index=4

Hilarious siblings, Chris and Sarah discuss their podcast, fan mail, business cards, and post-vacation depression. They also mention their upcoming soccer game where Pittsburgh Steeler legend, Jerome Bettis, is playing against some UK team. They revisit for the umpteenth time, the confusion between England, the UK, and Great Britain.

The conversation then revolves around childhood memories of visiting Kennywood Park, an amusement park in Pittsburgh. The siblings reminisce about their experiences, including buying tickets, matching outfits, and riding various attractions. They discuss the high cost of admission and express a desire for an all-you-can-eat ticket.

Finally, getting back into self-improvement with the Atomic Habits of James Clear, Chris and Sarah discuss the concept of identity-based habits. They explore aligning habits with personal values and using habit scorecards to track and evaluate habits. They also touch on the four laws of behavior change and the implementation intention strategy. They conclude by discussing their plans for implementing these concepts in their own lives.

And here's a link to the Kennywood Park of today!
Kennywood Park: https://www.kennywood.com/

And the donation/order page for March Fourth.https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSeXGcBMQkokCv0T7_89n0i0oZrpZIqEfk7ikOYkO5yK3Qzu4g%2Fviewform%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2jgLXKtVUMlSLYiU4PAs1hqo2bQXo8NLNc-vvRzArpEPSFZjhBSEj2Vpk_aem_DgXkYxUtCcTTxUg_DWMLGg&h=AT1IXVzaGA5yGj4nRLfsE_TnjjXvKiRkrYThkkz3eMo5zjR9bnjpSYxKJkVx8rQIKjss1uH4GOdVbVq9XiGX52LzjGET26X06yJYVTcK7q8c2OHDt95ll8EbvqTbzAS0Rw&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT0rPBLCe_rFcC_OcKHc4sTCFGwz1pwU3aougUWnj4MmMmqEJHVvsTvxWk_ylFpQrbgdUVODFJdEpH3BPHjqURMGVieacsCeNCGOT0tQs4e2u-qwH94DTY0K4u3St0OLr7b2o4zVrN0htZweH-gxFwS9NgI4gnDZevNOhpRQbBzrnjqZESPXbrq9kQqpRBzcRIDZXhWveoa6KNzt

How to find mental health help when you're struggling.  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
https://washingtoncountyhumanservices.com/agencies/behavioral-health-developmental-services
https://www.alleghenycounty.us/Services/Human-Services-DHS/Publications/Resource-Guides
Apps -  Just search mental health where you get your apps.
EAP programs are a great place to look for help!!

Additional Resources (Sports Related):
https://globalsportmatters.com/health/2020/12/04/mental-health-resources-2/

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WARNING: It's a short episode this week.  It turns out that we are easily distracted by our families and didn't really leave enough time to do a very thoroughly researched and planned episode.

This week, Chris and Sarah discuss their vacation and reminisce about past family trips. They talk about their camping adventures and how their vacations have evolved over the years. They also touch on the importance of taking time off to recharge and the challenges of disconnecting from work. The hosts share funny anecdotes and highlight the joy of spending quality time with family.

Enjoy!

How to find mental health help when you're struggling.  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
https://washingtoncountyhumanservices.com/agencies/behavioral-health-developmental-services
https://www.alleghenycounty.us/Services/Human-Services-DHS/Publications/Resource-Guides
Apps -  Just search mental health where you get your apps.
EAP programs are a great place to look for help!!

Additional Resources (Sports Related):
https://globalsportmatters.com/health/2020/12/04/mental-health-resources-2/

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In the latest episode of The Mental Funny Bone, Chris and Sarah make a big announcement about new content in a new format! They introduce Bare Bones Banter with The Mental Funny Bone, a new segment featuring interviews with friends and fellow advocates for mental health awareness. 

They express their gratitude for fan mail and share a heartwarming email they received. Chris talks about her experience with a new medication and the side effects she's experiencing. They also share a funny childhood story about Sarah's fear of the ocean and a memorable incident involving sand in her bathing suit. 

In this conversation, Chris and Sarah discuss the book 'Atomic Habits' by James Clear. Overall, they express excitement about applying the principles from the book to their own lives.

How to find mental health help when you're struggling.  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
https://washingtoncountyhumanservices.com/agencies/behavioral-health-developmental-services
https://www.alleghenycounty.us/Services/Human-Services-DHS/Publications/Resource-Guides
Apps -  Just search mental health where you get your apps.
EAP programs are a great place to look for help!!

Additional Resources (Sports Related):
https://globalsportmatters.com/health/2020/12/04/mental-health-resources-2/