Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads

By: G-Rex and Dirty Skittles Bleav
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  • "Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads" is a podcast born from G-Rex’s personal mental health journey, beginning with a life-changing breakdown in 2022. Supported by her wife, the 988 helpline, and her faith, G-Rex found a path to healing and vowed to normalize conversations around mental health. Co-hosted with her best friend, Dirty Skittles, the podcast dives into life’s mental health struggles, relationships, and personal growth, creating a safe space for open, honest dialogue. With practical insights and real talk, the show offers listeners a supportive community, reminding everyone it’s okay not to be okay and to reach out for help.
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  • Season 8 Finale: Real Talk on Mental Health, Coping, and Community Support

    Season 8 Finale: Real Talk on Mental Health, Coping, and Community Support
    Nov 12 2024

    Join us as we wrap up Season 8 of our award-winning podcast, Shit That Goes On In Our Heads, recently honored as the 2024 People's Choice Podcast Award Winner for Health and the 2024 Women in Podcasting Best Mental Health Podcast! In this episode, G-Rex and Dirty Skittles reflect on mental health journeys, impactful guest stories, and ways to cope through community support.

    Key Takeaways:
    ** Crisis resources like 988 are life-saving tools for mental health support.
    ** Self-care isn't selfish; our guests show why putting yourself first matters.
    ** Vulnerability builds community—sharing struggles reduces mental health stigma.

    Season 8 Guests:
    ** Heather: Found strength after leaving a toxic job to reclaim peace.
    ** Susan: Explored art therapy as a creative tool for healing.
    ** B-Town: Advocated for crisis support in bipolar disorder journeys.
    ** Alex: Prioritized self-care over people-pleasing.
    ** Amy Opened up about advocating for her neurodiverse family.
    ** Liv: Showed career transformation with themes of empowerment.
    ** Ella: Embraced resilience, sharing her journey with eating disorders.
    ** Amanda: Turned self-doubt into purpose and gratitude.

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    #MentalHealthMatters #EndTheStigma #SeasonEnder #AwardWinningPodcast #MentalHealthSupport #MentalHealthPodcast

    If You Need Support, Reach Out
    If you or someone you know is facing mental health challenges, please don’t hesitate to reach out to a crisis hotline in your area. Remember, it’s OK not to be OK—talking to someone can make all the difference.

    • United States: Call or Text 988 — 988lifeline.org
    • Canada: Call or Text 988 — 988.ca
    • Worldwide: Find a Helpline
    • Mental Health Resources and Tools: The Help Hub

    Stay Connected with G-Rex and Dirty Skittles

    • Official Website: goesoninourheads.net
    • Facebook: @shltthatgoesoninourheads
    • Instagram: @grex_and_dirtyskittles
    • LinkedIn: G-Rex and Dirty Skittles
    • Join Our Newsletter: Sign Up Here
    • Merch Store: goesoninourheads.shop

    Audio Editing by NJz Audio
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    28 mins
  • Healing from the Inside Out with Amanda: A Mental Health Journey

    Healing from the Inside Out with Amanda: A Mental Health Journey
    Nov 5 2024
    Welcome back to our award-winning podcast! We’re honored to announce that we recently won the 2024 People’s Choice Podcast Award for Health and the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award for Best Mental Health Podcast. Thank you for being part of this journey with us! In today’s episode, we sit down with Amanda Yoa—a vibrant speaker, entrepreneur, and self-proclaimed “hype woman” from East Philly. Amanda opens up about her struggles with depression and anxiety and shares how she rediscovered herself, built confidence, and found purpose. With honesty, humor, and warmth, Amanda talks about the highs and lows of her path to self-acceptance, reminding us all of the power of resilience. G-Rex and Dirty Skittles explore Amanda’s journey, uncovering practical tips, life lessons, and real talk on living authentically and prioritizing mental health. Whether navigating your mental health journey or needing inspiration, this episode has something special for you. Key Takeaways: Strength Through Struggle: Amanda shares how her most challenging times led to her incredible growth, reminding us of the importance of leaning on others. The Power of Gratitude: Hear how Amanda’s daily gratitude practice shifted her perspective from surviving to genuinely appreciating life. Prioritizing What Matters: Amanda tells us why “balance” is a myth and how she’s learned to focus on what matters most in each season of life. About Amanda Yoa: Amanda, affectionately known as “The Hype Woman from Philly,” is passionate about helping women live boldly and embrace their uniqueness. Her authentic Philly spirit and love of nostalgia make her a refreshing voice in mental health and self-growth. Connect with Amanda: Podcast: https://unzipped.podbean.com/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AmandaYoaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandayoa.official/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaYoaofficial/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AmandaYoaUnzipped Subscribe & Review Don’t miss more inspiring stories! Subscribe and leave us a rating or review to let us know how we’re doing: https://goesoninourheads.net/add-your-podcast-reviews #MentalHealthJourney #AmandaYoa #HealingInsideOut #SelfCare #AwardWinningPodcast #Grex #DirtySkittles #MentalHealthPodcast If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, reach out to the crisis hotline in your area. It's OK not to be OK—make sure you're talking to someone.United States: 988 - https://988lifeline.org/talk-to-someone-now/Canada: 988 - https://988.ca/World Wide: Crisis Lifeline -https://findahelpline.com/Mental Health Resources and Tools for All - https://www.thehelphub.co/Connect with G-Rex and Dirty Skittles:Official Website: https://goesoninourheads.net/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shltthatgoesoninourheadsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/grex_and_dirtyskittles/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/g-rex-and-dirty-skittles-1367a8299/Participate Support:Newsletter: https://sh-t-that-goes-on-in-our-heads.kit.com/profileMerchandise: https://www.goesoninourheads.shopAcknowledgments: Audio Editing by NJz Audio.
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    40 mins
  • Pushing Through Pain: Ella’s Continued Fight Against Eating Disorders – Part 2

    Pushing Through Pain: Ella’s Continued Fight Against Eating Disorders – Part 2
    Oct 29 2024

    Trigger Warning: This episode discusses eating disorders, grief, and mental health challenges. Listener discretion is advised.

    We're honored to be the 2024 People's Choice Podcast Award Winner for Health and the 2024 Women In Podcasting Award for Best Mental Health Podcast. In this moving episode, Ella shares her journey with eating disorders amid life's profound challenges. From losing loved ones to multiple surgeries, Ella opens up about her path to healing. With family support, she confronted the roots of her eating disorder, finding resilience in her darkest moments. Her story highlights the complexity of recovery and the importance of support.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Unresolved Trauma: Ella's story shows how unaddressed trauma can impact mental health and underscores the need to heal past wounds.

    • Recovery Process: Ella shares the challenges of refeeding syndrome and healing both mind and body.

    • Support Systems: Surrounding yourself with people who understand mental health struggles is essential.

    About Ella:

    Ella is a teacher, author, and mental health advocate with over twenty years of experience battling an eating disorder. Her book, From Broken to Beautifully Broken: Turn Grief Into Growth—How To Use Dark Times As A Catalyst For Change, tells her story of resilience and growth.

    Connect with Ella:

    - Website: ellashae.com
    - Instagram: instagram.com/ellashae_author
    - LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/elisa-d’amelio-5a74b4289

    • From Broken to Beautifully Broken: Turn Grief Into Growth—How To Use Dark Times As A Catalyst For Change - amazon.com/dp/1960136275

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    Subscribe for more stories, and rate/review us on your favorite platform, or visit goesoninourheads.net/add-your-podcast-reviews

    #MentalHealthPodcast #MentalHealthMatters #STGOIOH #Grex #DirtySkittles #AwardWinningPodcast #EatingDisorderRecovery #TraumaHealing #Resilience #SupportSystems #MentalHealthAwareness #PodcastCommunity #HealingJourney

    If You Need Support, Reach Out
    If you or someone you know is facing mental health challenges, please don’t hesitate to reach out to a crisis hotline in your area. Remember, it’s OK not to be OK—talking to someone can make all the difference.

    • United States: Call or Text 988 — 988lifeline.org
    • Canada: Call or Text 988 — 988.ca
    • Worldwide: Find a Helpline
    • Mental Health Resources and Tools: The Help Hub

    Stay Connected with G-Rex and Dirty Skittles

    • Official Website: goesoninourheads.net
    • Facebook: @shltthatgoesoninourheads
    • Instagram: @grex_and_dirtyskittles
    • LinkedIn: G-Rex and Dirty Skittles
    • Join Our Newsletter: Sign Up Here
    • Merch Store: goesoninourheads.shop

    Audio Editing by NJz Audio
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    1 hr and 5 mins

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