In Today's episode we interviewed Kira Greer, a licensed social worker from New Jersey, who shares her story with her history of disordered eating. While being a D1 Collegiate athlete she had struggled with her relationship with food and exercise which had transitioned into her life after school. Kira also shares her thoughts on diet culture with the language, behaviors, and toxicity that comes along with it. If being stuck in the binge/ restrict cycle, body image issues, or you’re in the process of healing your relationship with food and exercise, then I know you will find value in this episode! Let us know what you think!  You can connect with Kira here: Instagram: @_kfitfoodie ______________________________________________________________ If you or someone you know wants to share their story and be on the next episode of the Overcoming Mental Health Challenges Podcast, you can reach out here:  email: [email protected] or Instagram: @findingalilbalance --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omhc/support

In todays episode we interviewed Jessie Morgan an Australian teacher living Germany, who as a teenager was diagnosed with depression and ADD. Jessie opens up and shares her experience with being in an emotionally abusive relationship where her body, food, and worthlessness issues stemmed from. Jessie’s openness and vulnerability through each of her experiences allows us to really understand the effects of these things on a super relatable level. Can't wait for you to hear this one!  Let us know what you think!  You can connect to Jessie here:  Instagram: @jessieemorgs ___________________________________________________________________________ If you or someone you know wants to share their story and be on the next episode of the Overcoming Mental Health Challenges Podcast, you can reach out here: email: [email protected] or Instagram: @findingalilbalance --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omhc/support

In this episode we interviewed Emily Todd, a Licensed Social Worker from Philadelphia Pennsyvania. Emily shares her amazing story of her lifelong struggles on anxiety and how it has affected her through all walks of life. She shares how she has navigated realtionships with herself and others, all while existing with these challenges. She shares incredible advice, insight, a look into how anxiety is portrayed on a spectrum, and most importantly how she has gotten to the place she is now. Anxiety is something that we can all relate to in some way or another, so if this is something that resognates with you or someone you know please take a listen!  Let us know what you think!  You can connect to Emily here:  Instagram: @emilipede95 _______________________________________________________________________________________ If you or someone you know wants to share your story and wants to be on the next episode of the Overcoming Mental Health Challenges Podcast, you can reach out here: [email protected] or Instagram: @findingalilbalance --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omhc/support

In this episode, we interviewed Jennifer Lewis as she shared her incredible story of overcoming years of consistent trauma. Her ability to combat these hardships, and get to where she is now is nothing short of inspiring. So, if you are somone looking for that need to keep on pushing through whatever it is that you are struggling with, please give this episode a listen.  Let us know what you think!  You can connect with Jennifer here:  Instagram: @Jenn_christine23 ____________________________________________________________ If you or someone you know wants to share your story and wants to be on the next episode of Overcoming Mental Health Challenges Podcast, you can reach out here:  [email protected] or Instagram: @findingalilbalance --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omhc/support

In this episode, I welcome the new host to the OMHC podcast (hint: you may know them if you're a long-time listener). I also talk about future projects I'm working on, and where I can be found from now on. Thank you so much for two amazing years of the Overcoming Mental Health Challenges Podcast! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omhc/support

Courtney is a certified health coach living in Tampa, Florida. In 2019, she got her health coaching certification at the Institute for Integrarive Nutrition. Since then, she’s been helping women break free from anxiety and transform their lives through mindset, movement and nutrition. It was an absolute pleasure talking to Courtney, and I couldn’t believe how similar our mental health battles were. She was able to finally get ahold of her challenges after over TEN YEARS of being on meds! Find out how she did it by tuning in to this episode! As always, let us know what you thought. You can connect with Courtney here: ⁣Instagram: @courthayes_ --------------------------------------------------------------------------  ⁣⁣ Health Coach Ev's platforms/contact: Website: www.evantransue.com  ⁣⁣ Instagram: @evan_transue  ⁣⁣ Facebook: www.facebook.coevan.transue Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHEnr0mpOCB1HmETFguubqg⁣⁣ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omhc/support

Ok, this episode was a little off the cuff as you may be able to tell, but the info. is SOLID. I hate knowing that so many people out there have to dread a fraction of the year due to something "out of their control." BUT, what if there was something you COULD do? That's exactly what we'll talk about today. If you have any questions, always feel free to reach out at www.evantransue.com, @evan_transue on Instagram, or facebook.com/evan.transue Stay well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omhc/support

There is nothing better than bringing an old guest back on to see what they’re working on now! Lucas Wolfe, who was our guest for episode #017, has recently published a book called “My Perfect Life: How Depression Almost Ended It And How I Found Purpose Through Pain.” In this book, he chronicles his journey with mental health issues (starting all the way back in high school), to where he is at today (now in his late 20’s). During this episode, we took a pretty interesting route and focused on something Lucas believes was very important in learning to manage his mental health challenges. What is it you may ask? Cognitive behavioral therapy! Check out this episode for some great insights from a great guy! And, as always, let us know what you thought :). You can check out Lucas’ book here: https://www.amazon.com/My-Perfect-Life-Depression-Purpose/dp/B08FBNGF2F/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=my+perfect+life+by+lucas+wolfe&qid=1599600217&sr=8-1 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omhc/support

In this episode, we are posting Evan's full interview on the Before You Kill Yourself podcast, which is hosted by Leo Flowers. Please check out his amazing mental health podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/before-you-kill-yourself/id1446501856 About Leo and the Before You Kill Yourself podcast: A suicide prevention podcast.   TEDx speaker, Leo Flowers has a Masters in Counseling/Psychology and is a  stand-up comedian, so he knows exactly why he's depressed. Join him  while he interviews other mental health experts, comedians and  best-selling book authors as they destigmatize mental health and teach  you how to thrive. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omhc/support

In this episode, we interview Dayna Altman, who was a guest wayyy back on episode #14!  Dayna is the definition of an entrepreneur on a mission. You NEVER know what project she's working on next, so it was no surprise to me when I heard she was writing yet another book.  Today, we talked to Dayna briefly about her personal journey as a recap, as well as what her new book is all about! I don't want to spoil anything, so you'll just have to listen to get the details :).  Let us know what you think! IG (Personal): @daynaaltman IG (Biz): @bakeittillyoumakeitorg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dayna.altman Get Dayna's Book Here: https://www.amazon.com/Mix-Melt-Mend-Finding-Freedom/dp/1733086013 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omhc/support