Sense and Senselessness
Sense and Senselessness
senseandsenselessness
We examine everyday life through the lens of mental illness. We share stories, research and strategies to help open the conversation and help you know you are not alone!
Little People, Big Anxiety
This week we take on a BIG topic: kids. Listen to hear Keri breakdown the different types of mental health disorders that are common in children and the patterns of behavior that are associated with them, followed by Kelly discussing what next steps and resources you have to help your child work through their mental health disorder. We did our research folks, so tune in!
Apr 28, 2021
1 hr 31 min
Going Mental about Sex
Let's talk about sex, baby! You guessed it, in this week's episode, Keri and Kelly dive into the (shouldn't be a) taboo topic of sex. First, Keri discusses how SSRIs can affect your libido (as well as some other common sexual/bodily functions), and Kelly tells us how sex affects our mental health... Same topic, two different approaches! We promise that everything is *very* professional, mature, as per usual. Listen and enjoy! 
Apr 2, 2021
1 hr 16 min
Feeling Like A Fraud
After a small break...and a huge snow storm, we are back! This week Keri teaches us about Impostor Syndrome. She tells us about the history and the types of this fairly new syndrome. What type do you relate to?
Feb 23, 2021
1 hr 25 min
Love in the Time of Covid
If you are in a relationship, the past year may have been a blessing or a curse for you and your partner. This week we review tips to help you relationship survive the pandemic. And always, there is a healthy dose of personal exploration with this new found information.    Time Article  
Jan 19, 2021
1 hr 18 min
Adios 2020
Did we achieve any of our goals for 2020? Maybe. All that matters in that we survived. Listen as we say Goodbye to the trash fire that was 2020.
Jan 5, 2021
44 min
20 Questions Take 2
This time Keri Interrogates Kelly. We learn important things like what expectation hurt her the most and would she prefer spaghetti hair or mayonnaise sweat. You know, all of the important things. 
Dec 15, 2020
59 min
The Rule of Three
This episode is about gratitude. We each discuss 3 things we are grateful for this year-specifically things that have helped our mental health. 
Dec 1, 2020
1 hr 9 min
THANKS for GIVING me Anxiety
So, the election is over. Where do we go from here? Keri gives strategies on how to navigate heated discussions with family. Kelly talks about different ways to get involved and gain some control. 
Nov 17, 2020
1 hr 28 min
Mental Checks and Balances
This week Keri and Kelly look into legislation from the past and present that pertains to Mental Health in America. 
Nov 3, 2020
58 min
Witch, please.
In honor of the spookiest month of the year, we explore the world of witchcraft. While Kelly spent hours learning the history of witches, Keri spent hours realizes they the ladies have been witches all along. 
Oct 21, 2020
1 hr 34 min
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