Where’s the Map?

By Rebecca Ashley

A podcast about mental health, the hardships of being human, and learning how to navigate life. Hosted by Rebecca Ashley and based in Toronto, Canada.... more

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How many episodes does Where’s the Map? have?

The podcast currently has 28 episodes available.

Where’s the Map? episodes:

October 11, 2021 Update: When Life Gets Hard
On this (very late!) episode of the mental health podcast Where's the Map?, Rebecca does something a little different. I've been facing a lot of challenges lately and thought this would be a good time to use my own experience as a jumping off point to discuss coping with and navigating life when things get hard from the lens of someone who lives with mental illness. In true Rebecca fashion, as I often do when I am not 100%, I was very late to record this episode following our ninth episode in August and even later to put it out... because, y'know, procrastination. It's something I tend to do a lot when my mental health is less than fantastic. So even though this episode is coming out October 11th, it was actually recorded approximately three weeks before it was released. Hoping to have a new, "traditional" Where's the Map? episode for y'all soon. Thanks for your patience!
If you or someone you know is in need of emergency support, please call 911, visit your local emergency room or call a local distress centre or crisis services. Crisis Services Canada can be reached at 1.833.456.4566.
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40min
August 07, 2021 Labels, Diagnoses and "Normal"
On this episode of the mental health podcast Where's the Map?, Rebecca talks about labels and diagnoses, whether they can be helpful or a hinderance in context of mental health, and how they relate to the social construct of “normal." Find me on Instagram @iambeccaashley or email us at [email protected].
Local Service Spotlight: Save-My-Life School by Natalie Harris and Wings of Change Peer Support
Question of the Week: Why was Simone Biles pulling out of the Olympic team finals and publicly talking about mental health so important?
If you or someone you know is in need of emergency support, please call 911, visit your local emergency room or call a local distress centre or crisis services. Crisis Services Canada can be reached at 1.833.456.4566.
Show notes:
Normal Sucks by Jonathan Mooney
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1h 12min
July 12, 2021 Slow the F*ck Down
On this episode of the mental health podcast Where's the Map?, Rebecca talks about the importance of slowing down, safety behaviours and living as a highly sensitive person. Find me on Instagram @iambeccaashley or email us at [email protected].
Local Service Spotlight: What's Up Walk-In Mental Health Counselling

Question of the Week: How do you deal with navigating the world while also being highly sensitive?
If you or someone you know is in need of emergency support, please call 911, visit your local emergency room or call a local distress centre or crisis services. Crisis Services Canada can be reached at 1.833.456.4566.
Show notes:
Check out the Centre for Clinical Intervention's PDF module on anxiety and safety behaviours here!
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24min
July 05, 2021 Bonus: Fitness and Mental Health with Michelle Bailey
On this very exciting BONUS episode of the mental health podcast Where's the Map?, Rebecca chats with actress and fitness teacher Michelle Bailey all about fitness, mental health, and the different ways in which they intersect and impact our overall health and wellness.
Michelle is a professional actress and fitness teacher. She is the founder and creator of The Daily Bailey - a virtual fitness studio of community + strength + energy. She launched The Daily Bailey at the beginning of the pandemic with the goal of helping others find the joy of fitness, routine and community. Michelle is a NASM certified personal trainer and nutrition coach. She is also certified in barre, cardio and HIIT from Exhale Spa in NYC. To find out more about getting involved in The Dailey Bailey, you can connect with Michelle on Instagram at @thedailybaileyplus and @mhayezz.
If you or someone you know is in need of emergency support, please call 911, visit your local emergency room or call a local distress centre or crisis services. Crisis Services Canada can be reached at 1.833.456.4566.
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1h 2min
June 28, 2021 Out and Proud
Happy Pride! On this episode of the mental health podcast Where's the Map?, Rebecca explores the intersectionality of coming out and mental health and what pride means in the context of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Find me on Instagram @iambeccaashley or email us at [email protected].
Local Service Spotlight: Ace Toronto

Question of the Week: How can I find a therapist who is competent in working with aspec or 2SLGBTQIA+ folks?
If you or someone you know is in need of emergency support, please call 911, visit your local emergency room or call a local distress centre or crisis services. Crisis Services Canada can be reached at 1.833.456.4566.
Show notes:
Rainbow Health Ontario: rainbowhealthontario.ca
Family Services Toronto: familyservicestoronto.org
Umbrella Mental Health Network: umhn.ca
The 519: the519.org
The 519 - Youth and Young Adult Counselling Referrals
The 519 - Counselling Referrals for Adults 30+
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34min
June 14, 2021 Asexuality, Pride and Mental Health
June is Pride month! So on this episode of the mental health podcast Where's the Map?, Rebecca talks about the intersectionality of aromanticism, asexuality and mental health. Find me on Instagram @iambeccaashley or email us at [email protected].
Local Service Spotlight: Sherbourne Health; The 519 Counselling Resources (30+)

Question of the Week: Can I still identify as asexual if I have also experienced trauma, take mental health medication, or anything else people generally misconceive to "cause" asexuality?
If you or someone you know is in need of emergency support, please call 911, visit your local emergency room or call a local distress centre or crisis services. Crisis Services Canada can be reached at 1.833.456.4566.
Show notes:
AVEN: Asexuality Overview
Asexuality in the DSM-5
Ace Week: Asexuality was considered a disorder?!
Sherbourne Health: Mental Health Services
Sherbourne Health: LGBT2SQ Services
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56min
May 31, 2021 Values and Navigating Societal Norms
On this episode of the mental health podcast Where's the Map?, Rebecca talks about the impact of living by your values and navigating social and societal norms can impact mental health. Find me on Instagram @iambeccaashley or email us at [email protected].
Local Service Spotlight: Sheena's Place

Question of the Week: Why do you choose to take medication for your mental illness?
If you or someone you know is in need of emergency support, please call 911, visit your local emergency room or call a local distress centre or crisis services. Crisis Services Canada can be reached at 1.833.456.4566.
Show notes:
Check out Enough As She Is by Rachel Simmons here!
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30min
May 17, 2021 Writing Notes
On this episode of the the mental health podcast Where's the Map?, Rebecca talks about her revelatory experience reading Glennon Doyle's newest memoir, Untamed, and how Glennon's tip of writing notes to yourself in the context of mental health can be so incredibly helpful.
Local Service Spotlight: Mood Disorders Association of Ontario

Q&A: What are some good books that tackle topics related to mental health?
If you or someone you know is in need of emergency support, please call 911, visit your local emergency room or call a local distress centre or crisis services. Crisis Services Canada can be reached at 1.833.456.4566.
Show notes:
Untamed by Glennon Doyle
Save-My-Life School by Natalie Harris
A Medic's Mind by Matthew Heneghan
Open Heart, Open Mind by Clara Hughes
Unbearable Lightness by Portia De Rossi
Anything written by Brene Brown
Quiet by Susan Cain
Natural Disaster: I Cover Them. I Am One. by Ginger Zee
The Body Keeps The Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk
Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb
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27min
May 03, 2021 Recognizing Mental Health Challenges
On this episode of the mental health podcast Where's the Map?, Rebecca talks about how to recognize mental health challenges in ourselves and the people around us.
Local Service Spotlight: Rise
Q&A: How do I find mental health-related help and service?
If you or someone you know is in need of emergency support, please call 911, visit your local emergency room or call a local distress centre or crisis services. Crisis Services Canada can be reached at 1.833.456.4566.
Show notes:
ConnexOntario: https://www.connexontario.ca/en-ca/
Get help with problematic substance use - Canada.ca: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/substance-use/get-help/get-help-problematic-substance-use.html
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42min
April 19, 2021 Imperfection and Willingness to Fail
On the first episode of the mental health podcast Where's the Map? revamp, Rebecca talks about the value imperfection and the willingness to fail, rebooting the podcast, and what you can expect going forward in this new version of Where's the Map?
Local Service Spotlight: Family Navigation Project at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Q&A: What are some common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges?
If you or someone you know is in need of emergency support, please call 911, visit your local emergency room or call a local distress centre or crisis services. Crisis Services Canada can be reached at 1.833.456.4566.
Show notes:
CMHA British Columbia Division: Getting Help for Mental Illnesses: https://cmha.bc.ca/documents/getting-help-for-mental-illnesses-2/
NAMI: Know the Warning Signs: https://www.nami.org/About-Mental-Illness/Warning-Signs-and-Symptoms
CMHA Ontario: Child and Youth Mental Health: Signs and Symptoms: https://ontario.cmha.ca/documents/child-and-youth-mental-health-signs-and-symptoms/
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47min

FAQs about Where’s the Map?:

How many episodes does Where’s the Map? have?

The podcast currently has 28 episodes available.