Some of us may have a difficult day that involves a few mood swings, impulsive decisions, or even bursts of anger.  But for two percent of the U.S. population, these factors are frequent and cause problems in everyday life.   Intense fear of abandonment is ranked as one of the top symptoms so don't worry, we will keep you company for the next hour as we dive into the details of Borderline Personality Disorder.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/arewementalpodcast/support

Are We Mental?

BPD is Borderline a mental disorder

What's in a name?   No, we are not about to give you a Literature lesson in Shakespeare.  But our names sometimes can lead to misbehavior, self-actualization, and even some predeterminism according to some studies.  So, what should parents consider when naming a child?  Grab a drink and sit back as Kat and Laura unravel some of the obscure thoughts behind names and what is in a name.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/arewementalpodcast/support

What's in a name?

Gas lighting is no longer a job from the 1800's.  Gas lighting is now better known as a psychological term meaning a person covertly sowing seeds of doubt in a targeted individual or group, making them question their own memory, perception, or judgment.  Does this sound like someone you know in your life?  Then perhaps you can relate to this episode as Kat delves into a recent real-life story and Laura delivers the facts on several types of gas lighting.   We hope you enjoy this week's episode!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/arewementalpodcast/support

Gas Lighting is bad, I suppose.

Have you ever noticed you may be slightly above the crowd on your artistic or intellectual abilities?  Has anyone ever called you "quirky" or "weird"?  If so, this episode is for you as Kat and Laura dive into ECCENTRIC personalities.  We take a look at whether being eccentric is a good or bad thing in life as well as who we all may know that fits the eccentric definition.   So sit back, relax, grab a drink and enjoy our episode on eccentric personalities!   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/arewementalpodcast/support

Pampered Llama's and Eccentric Spicy Geese

Have you ever had one of those days where the universe has your back and then BOOM!  Something happens...like you find out how little you make at your job.  If this has happened to you, then tonight's episode is for you!   If you do not have this problem, then please go donate on our Patreon page you rich filthy scum.... But seriously.  Why do we equate how much we make in life to how successful we are?  Why does our monetary worth seem to contribute to our SELF WORTH when they do not have any connection?  Grab a drink and grant us extra patience on tonight's rant about how your worth is not provided to you through your paycheck.   Also, if you ask then you shall receive, right?  Find out why Laura may have a second job as a foot model after all... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/arewementalpodcast/support

Money does NOT equate WORTH!

Zach is BACK for this weeks episode about Social Isolation!  Quite a few of us spent some quality time alone in 2020 so were there any upsides?  Join us today as we chat about the pro's and con's to social isolation.  We also clearly missed each other because we get off topic quite a bit on this one!  Maybe we shouldn't be so socially isolated... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/arewementalpodcast/support

Social Isolation

Welcome to Season 2!  Covid threw quite a few of us out of our normal routine and pattern.  Unfortunately, it meant Season 1 was cut short as Kim and Zach had to work in two places at once.  2021 is a new year though and we are ready to get moving onto new and adventurous topics of mental health.  Join us this week in an entry episode to meet one of our new hosts for this season, Kat!   Don't worry, Kim and Zach will be back in our episodes this year.  We hope to have almost double the episodes in 2021 though with some being exclusive to our new Patreon supporters.  We are going to need all support we can this year as we really kick this podcast into gear!  So sit back, relax, and enjoy the ramblings of two mental bitches on tonight's intro episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/arewementalpodcast/support

Here Kitty Kat!

As with the rest of the world, we are talking about how social distancing and isolating is affecting our mental health this week.  Corona has presented a new environment no one ever saw coming.  How is it making you feel? Do you have a plan in place to combat any negative mental health challenges it will present?  Listen along this week as we discuss our fears and a few tactics we have started this journey through a global pandemic.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/arewementalpodcast/support

Corona is for Limes #DepressionDuringDistancing

Do you find yourself waking up in the morning and immediately checking your social media?  Are hours of your day wasted by looking at other people's pages?  Listen in as we discuss where social media has come from in the last decade, how it is potentially hurting our mental health, and ways to make sure you are using social "ME"-dia to make the best YOU!   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/arewementalpodcast/support

Social "ME"-dia

Have you ever been deeply invested in a political showdown?   Was four years ago a traumatic experience for you?  Or perhaps you have no idea where we even got the idea for this episode and just are curious what Post-Polling Depression is.  Regardless of how strong your political viewpoint, this episode is going to make you think about the upcoming elections in a way that is bound to help you from suffering after the next election.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/arewementalpodcast/support

Post-Polling Depression

Valentine's Day can be a day of romance, kisses, and love.  Or it can be a reminder for those of us that are single or unhappy that there may be more out there.  Well guess what?  THERE IS!  YOU are out there!  YOU have the power to make YOURSELF happy!  How?  MASTURDATING!  Join Kim and Laura as they host an episode all about Self Love and why you don't need to worry on the Hallmark Holidays if you truly love yourself.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/arewementalpodcast/support

MasturDATING and Self Love #AllTheSinglePeople

Have you ever found your mind wandering if you see a squirrel on the side of the road?  Do you feel like you need to click your pen every two seconds to stay on task?  Maybe you suffer with the three million American's who deal with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.   Join us as we cover ADHD in true ADHD fashion.   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/arewementalpodcast/support

Possum vs OPOSSUM #Squirrel....or ADHD

Ever wonder if you were having just a really sad day or if your new best friend could be that of the donkey in the 100 acre woods?  Do you find certain things can just make the rain come down on your parade?  Don't worry my friends, you are not alone!  Join us as we explore the definition of Depression as well as some do's and don'ts to help keep the clouds at bay. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/arewemental/support

Pressing the issue of Depression

Grab your favorite tea (with or without add-ins) and listen as we discuss the myths and facts of anxiety! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/arewemental/support

Anxie-TEA!

What is mental? How did the word become so contorted into a negative connotation? Listen in as Zach and Laura discuss the phrase and crush some myths about mental disorders. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/arewemental/support

Episode 1

Ever wonder if anyone else thinks or feels like you do? Grab a drink and delve into the stereotypes and facts of mental health with Kim, Zach, and Laura as we try to open the communication around mental health in a fun, friendly, and maybe a bit too honest conversation! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/arewemental/support