The Search For Serotonin

By The Search For Serotonin

Join host Carolyn Ferrick in an exploration of happiness on The Search For Serotonin, a mental health podcast. As she embarks on a transformative chapter of her life, Carolyn invites you to be a part ... more

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The podcast currently has 68 episodes available.

The Search For Serotonin episodes:

July 25, 2022[OCD VS. OCPD MINI SERIES]: Overcoming The Thoughts Inside Your Head
This week on the podcast, Olivia and I dive into the inner thoughts that are caused by our disorders. We talk about taking the first step when trying something new, controlling your intrusive thoughts, and our final takeaways on OCD VS. OCPD. We also share a few celebrities that have OCD/OCPD, and how their successes define them.

We Discuss:
Time Of The Month Depression

One Year Since Surgery

Recapping The OCD VS. OCPD Mini Series

Taking The First Step (The Hardest Part)

Olivia’s Final Thoughts On OCD

Controlling Intrusive Thoughts

Take Your Meds

Celebrities With OCD And OCPD

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33min
July 18, 2022[OCD VS. OCPD MINI SERIES]: This OR That
This week on the podcast, Olivia and I played a round of This OR That! Join us as we answer a few questions that pertain to us, our mental health, and self-care. We also discuss summer time seasonal depression, summer time anxiety, and feeling like you don’t want to do anything.

We Discuss:
Summer Time Seasonal Depression And Anxiety

Not Wanting To Do Anything

This OR That Questions

Changing Your Opinion And Getting “Old”

How Journaling Helps

Not Being Able To Be Alone With Your Thoughts

Starting Your Day With A Positive Mindset

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FREE 5 Day Gratitude Digital Journal

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Mental Health Resources:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat
...more
23min
July 11, 2022[OCD VS. OCPD MINI SERIES]: Dating, Relationships, And Mental Health ft. Olivia Ferrick
This week on the podcast, Olivia and I discussed dating, relationships, and mental health. Olivia and I share our own experiences with dating and relationships while managing OCD/OCPD. I talk about what I’ve been learning about negative outlooks associated with depression, we talk about how everyone struggles with something, and we share our guilt for our mental illnesses in our relationships.

We Discuss:
Feeling Out Of Place

Negative Outlooks And Learned Helplessness

Insecurities In Relationships

Partners Who Meet Where You Are In Your Mental Health

Everyone Struggles With Something

Communicating Your Struggles

Feeling Guilty For Your Mental Illness

Keep Vibing And Keep Going

Hardest Parts About Dating With OCD/OCPD

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33min
July 04, 2022[OCD VS. OCPD MINI SERIES] Meet Olivia: Compulsions, Trichotillomania, and Intrusive Thoughts ft. Olivia Ferrick
This week on the podcast we are kicking off the OCD VS. OCPD Mini Series! Join host, Carolyn Ferrick, and temporary co-host, Olivia Ferrick, as they share their experiences living with OCD and OCPD. This week, we learn all about co-host Olivia, symptoms and stereotypes of OCD/OCPD, and extreme intrusive thoughts.
We Discuss:
Kicking Off The OCD VS. OCPD Mini Series

Getting To Know Olivia And Her OCD

Olivia’s Experience With Therapy

Having The Courage To Open Up

The Contamination Aspect Of OCD

How OCD & OCPD Differ From Stereotypes

The Biggest Struggle Of Living With OCD/OCPD

Intrusive Thoughts Running Wild

Defining Trichotillomania - A Side Effect Of OCD

Olivia’s Thembo Identity

OCD VS. OCPD Questions

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36min
June 27, 2022[RE-RELEASE]: OCD VS. OCPD
This week I am re-releasing one of my most streamed episodes, the OCD VS. OCPD episode! Last week, we wrapped up season 1 of the podcast with our 30th episode. This week, I am taking a break, which is why I wanted to re-share this episode. Don't worry though, I'll be back next Monday with all new content, as I launch my OCD VS. OCPD Summer Mini Series! Tune back in next Monday to meet my co-host for the series, and to hear about the topics we will be discussing.

We Discuss:
Weekly CheckIn with Yourself

Statistics about OCD vs. OCPD

The difference between OCD and OCPD

Causes of OCPD

Symptoms of OCPD

How to cope with OCPD

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Mental Health Resources:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat

OCPD Research:
Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD) Fact Sheet
OCD vs OCPD: Symptoms and Treatments
Do you Have OCD or OCPD? Know the Difference
Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD)
...more
35min
June 20, 2022Doing The Subconscious Work ft. April Adams
*END OF SEASON 1*
This week marks the 30th episode of The Search For Serotonin, and will be the end of Season 1 of the show!
I was joined by Emotional Health Consultant, April Adams! April and I talked all about doing the subconscious work, April’s own healing journey, and how you can achieve emotional peace in minutes rather than years! April was a phenomenal guest, and we had such a great convo, go check it out!
We Discuss:
How April Got Into Subconscious Work

April’s Self-Help Journey

Subconscious Work VS. Shadow Work VS. Inner Child Work

The Subconscious And Anxiety

Conscious Work VS. Subconscious Work

The Netflix Of Emotional Healing

Healing Your Empathic Tendencies

Pulling In Your “Energy Tentacles”

How To Get Emotional Peace In Minutes

How April Searches For Serotonin

Follow April on Instagram @april.adams.emotion.coach, her website, or check out her freebies.

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Be Sure To Follow:
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@thesearchforserotonin
The Search For Serotonin Spotify Playlist

Download:
FREE 5 Day Gratitude Digital Journal

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Mental Health Resources:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat
...more
40min
June 13, 2022How To Cry Better ft. Jordana Frankel
This week I was joined by Love and Confidence Coach and Voice and Healing Coach, Jordana Frankel. Jordana shared how we can all cry better to boost oxytocin by bonding with ourselves. She also breaks down the mother archetype and the magical child archetype. Jordana provided in-depth knowledge during our conversation, which added so much value, and she even led a visual meditation practice that helps you channel your magical child. This is a conversation that you don’t want to miss!

We Discuss:
How Jordana Became A Confidence And Healing Coach

How To Cry Better And Boost Oxytocin

Jordana’s Tips On How To Express Gratitude While Crying

How To Anchor Yourself Before Your Overwhelmed

The Mother Archetype And Using Song To Channel Her

The Magical Child Archetype And How It Differs From The Inner Child

Jordana’s Visual Meditation Practice That Channels Your Magical Child Archetype

How Jordana Searches For Serotonin

Follow Jordana on Instagram @houseofarchetype or her website.

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Be Sure To Follow:
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@thesearchforserotonin
The Search For Serotonin Spotify Playlist

Download:
FREE 5 Day Gratitude Digital Journal

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Mental Health Resources:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat
...more
37min
June 06, 2022Hypnosis And Using It To Heal Depression ft. Rachel Strabley
This week I was joined by Certified Consulting Hypnotist, Rachel Strabley! Rachel has always wanted to help others, and hypnosis allows her to do so quickly and effectively. Her clients feel a change after their first session, and feel completely different after the third session. Rachel helps clients overcome a lack of confidence, decrease fears and phobias, address weight issues, menopause symptoms, improve relationships with self or others, release beliefs that block success, and reduce or eliminate old pain or recurring illnesses. We chatted about how hypnosis helped her with her own depression!
We Discuss:
How Rachel Got Into Hypnosis

Rachel’s Struggles With Depression And How Hypnosis Helped Her

Using Hypnosis To Help You Feel The Way You Want To

What Rachel’s Clients Experience When Working With Her

Breaking Down The Stereotypes Surrounding Hypnosis

What Mental Illnesses Hypnotism Can Help Heal

How Long It Takes To See Results

How Hypnosis Can Improve Happiness

What Rachel Learned In Yale University’s “The Science Of Well Being Program”

Rachel’s Advice For Anyone Skeptical On Hypnosis

How Rachel Searches For Serotonin In Her Own Life
Follow Rachel on her website or Instagram @hypnosis_with_rachel.
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Download:
FREE 5 Day Gratitude Digital Journal
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Mental Health Resources:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat
...more
27min
May 30, 2022Bachelorette Parties: Social Batteries, Insecurities, & Body Image
This week I’m coming to you solo to recap my sister’s bachelorette party weekend that I planned, since I am her co-maid of honor! I discuss social batteries, body image, and my own personal insecurities. I share how to not give power to your insecurities, and ways that I have let my own insecurities go.
We Discuss:
Weekly Mental Health Check In

Breathing Exercise

Using Twitter As A Crutch/Self Soothing Tool When Mentally Unwell

Bachelorette Party Weekends And Juggling Big Groups

Girl Friend Groups And The Anxiety That Comes Along With Them

Being An Empath, People Pleaser, And An Introvert In A Big Group

What To Do When Your Social Battery Is Wiped

Intrusive Thoughts And Suppressed Insecurities

Body Image And Body Insecurities

Finding Internal Confidence And Realizing You Are Enough

Not Giving Power To Your Insecurities

Mental Health Plans For The Summer
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Be Sure To Follow:
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@thesearchforserotonin
The Search For Serotonin Spotify Playlist
Download:
FREE 5 Day Gratitude Digital Journal
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Mental Health Resources:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat
...more
38min
May 23, 2022Holistic Wellness And The Joi Luck Club ft. Dionne Joi
This week I was joined by Holistic Wellness Coach and owner of the “Joi Luck Club,” Dionne Joi! According to Dionne, “No words or titles can sum me up. I'm an experience.” Dionne and I discussed holistic wellness, mental health, therapy, choosing happiness and the Joi Luck Club.
We Discuss:
Dionne’s Story, The Joi Luck Club, And How She Became A Holistic Wellness Coach

Holistic Wellness And How You Can Incorporate It Into Your Life

Taking Accountability, Protecting Your Peace, And Choosing Happiness

Taking Control Back Of Your Emotions On A Bad Day

Reki And How It Helped Dionne On Her Healing Journey

Being Mindful Of What We Put In Our Body

Where To Find The Joi Luck Club And How To Join

How Dionne Searches For Serotonin In Her Own Life

Where You Can Find Dionne Online
Follow Dionne on her website, Get Plugged In Podcast, Instagram @dionnejoi or @jlcofficial, Facebook, or LinkedIn.
SHOP MENTAL HEALTH MERCH
Be Sure To Follow:
@carolyn_ferrick
@thesearchforserotonin
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Download:
FREE 5 Day Gratitude Digital Journal
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Mental Health Resources:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat
...more
37min

FAQs about The Search For Serotonin:

How many episodes does The Search For Serotonin have?

The podcast currently has 68 episodes available.