We Are The Stigma

In Episode 6 the couple are chatting with Lori Massicot about all things aging! It’s the night before Melissa’s 31st birthday and the conversation couldn’t have come at a better time! Lori teaches women how to create a healthy lifestyle, both mentally and physically, so that they stop numbing out and start feeling happier and more confident in the middle of life; alcohol-free.

The topic is perimenopause, but as usual the conversation gets SO much deeper! Listen along as the trio discuss aging - how to do it, what to look for, what it feels like, and how to handle it. 
Lori is a sober lifestyle coach for women over 40, podcaster, certified nutrition coach, and LOVER of all things midlife.  After eight years of going through perimenopause while drinking two bottles of Chardonnay in one sitting, Lori decided to take the road less traveled and quit drinking after three decades of being the “party girl.” 

Cody and Melissa find themselves inspired as it becomes clear that you can pursue your dreams at any age, and we know you’ll be inspired too. 

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It’s episode 5 of We Are The Stigma! Melissa and Cody are chatting with 35-year-old dancer, Harlow. Harlow has been in the sex work community for almost 15 years, she is a queer woman and a dedicated student. Needless to say the couple learn a lot more than they could have dreamt. The trio talk about strip clubs, the physical and mental tolls of dancing, living life in the closet, and end with a moment of deep empathy and respect. Melissa and Cody learn more about life than they do about dancing. Find us on social media instagram.com/_wearethestigma Wanna share your story? Email us at [email protected] Want to help us out?? Leave us a 5-star review! If you feel the need for support contact your local crisis center and visit wearethestigma.com/resources for more information. Thanks for listening!

It's Episode 3 and the couple is chatting with Candace from Canada - a fellow podcaster and mother who's been diagnosed with Panic Disorder since the age of 16. Listen along as Melissa has her mind blown and is left unable to say anything other than "That's crazy!" Candace details the pivotal moments of her mental illness (a psychedelic trip and a terrifying wildfire) From paranoia to an accidental eating disorder, this conversation is engaging and educational! Panic disorder is SO MUCH more than a panic attack! Full of physical symptoms and loneliness, Candace shares her strength, which is nothing short of inspiring. You can follow candace on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/candance1988/ and be sure to check out her true crime podcast Wood Between Worlds https://www.woodbetweenworldspodcast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/woodbetweenworldspodcast/ (Melissa, the lover of all things Creepy, highly recommends it!)
Thanks for listening!! See ya in two weeks! xox

On Episode 2 of We Are The Stigma, Melissa and Cody share a deep and honest conversation with 23-year-old Julie Lorton who's diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder. Julie discusses living life on BPD terms and the literal ups, and downs that it comes with. She chats about her mental health rock bottom which landed her in a psych ward, her recovery, and why she's chosen to leave old friends behind. The trio delve into stigmas, DBT, and the idea that mental health excuses shity behavior (spoiler alert - it doesn't!) Please be advised, this episode does touch on self-harm.
If at any time you feel the need for support, please contact your local crisis center, for more information visit wearethestigma.com/resources. Follow our guest, Julie Lorton on Instagram Via https://www.instagram.com/lilhunnnybee/ & https://www.instagram.com/pickinguppetals/
To share your story, contact us via email [email protected] & come find us at https://www.instagram.com/_wearethestigma/ & https://twitter.com/_wearethestigma
Enjoy!! xox

In this episode of We Are The Stigma, Melissa and Cody take some time exploring their motivations behind starting their podcast journey. Next, they share about their personal stigmas - drug addiction, alcoholism, and mental illness - they unpack it all! From rock bottoms to finding hope, nothing is off limits! To share your story, contact us via [email protected] & you can follow us at https://www.instagram.com/_wearethestigma https://twitter.com/_wearethestigma
 
Enjoy! xox 

We are an alcoholic wife and addict husband who chat with like-minded, inspirational peers about how to survive, while simultaneously breaking the stigma - we aim to explore all types of circumstances, beliefs and experiences!