Join us this Monday for our interview with Gerrit Butler who is Jordan's childhood family friend. In this episode of Mental Maintenance, Gerrit starts off by sharing about his mom who passed away of cancer when he was 13 years old. He shares the tough moments of living through her sickness but also celebrates the good times he remembers with his mom, Heidi. Denise & Jordan then ask him to share about his journey into becoming a local Police Officer for Fairbanks, Alaska. Gerrit explains that a good day on the job for him is a day where nothing happens. We love that he shares with such honesty & integrity. Please be warned that Gerrit does go into a shooting that he was involved in, sensitive listening is advised. Enjoy this one, M&M's!  **Due to recent activity and current circumstances revolving around COVID-19, we are unsure when we will be able to have another episode ready. Please stay updated through our social media platforms listed below. We appreciate you understanding!** Connect with us --Instagram: @mentalmpodcastTwitter: @mentalmpodcastFacebook: Mental Maintenance Podcast Use the discount code mentalmpodcast for 10% off your first month with Better Help OR go to www.betterhelp.com/mentalmpodcast

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Gerrit Butler

On this episode of Mental Maintenance we talk with Molly Hoskins. Molly is an incredible woman who has been through so much. After losing her 18 year old son Christian to suicide she watched her life crumble before her eyes. She says that she feels bad for her other children because when Christian died, they lost their brother and their parents for a period of time. Now, 6 years later, Molly is doing much better but of course still has her bad days. She spends a lot of her time helping others grieve losses by leading a chapter of The Compassionate Friends, a group that helps people through the loss of loved ones. Molly's bravery and perseverance is something to marvel and we absolutely loved talking with her!  Use the discount code mentalmpodcast for 10% off your first month with Better Help OR go to www.betterhelp.com/mentalmpodcast Connect with us --Instagram: @mentalmpodcastTwitter: @mentalmpodcastFacebook: Mental Maintenance Podcast

Molly Hoskins

"When there is no acceptance, there is no place for growth." Our guest this week is a special friend of Denise's named Maria. They met through Maria's massage therapy practice where their friendship grew fast. Maria was born and raised in Bulgaria but moved to Alaska with her now ex-husband. Throughout this episode she brings us along on her journey over the past few years which has a lot to do with self reflection and self growth. She is incredibly inspiring! Maria is on her way back to Bulgaria for the 'last piece of her puzzle' as she states & we truly wish her the best of luck! Maria suggests to check out this book: The Body Keeps The Score [https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/B00OBT7KAO/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=78683930737220&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvqmt=e&keywords=the+body+keeps+the+score&qid=1581913928&s=books&sr=1-1] Use discount code mentalmpodcast for 10% off your first month with Better Help OR go to www.betterhelp.com/mentalmpodcast Connect with us --Instagram: @mentalmpodcastTwitter: @mentalmpodcastFacebook: Mental Maintenance PodcastEmail: mmpodcast1@gmail.com

Maria Terziiska

AJ Larranaga is the guest this week on Mental Maintenance. AJ's story is a rough one but you wouldn't know by his outlook on life. He is a true optimist and can see the silver lining in every storm cloud. He walks us through his journey with his son Lucas who died about a week after birth. Lucas was diagnosed with Gluteric Academia Type II a few days after he was born and although Lucas' life may have been short, it was impactful. AJ talks about how hard it was to come back from the hospital to a childless home which lead to him using pills to numb the pain and sadness. When his wife Rachel got pregnant with their second son, he stepped up and checked into rehab. We guarantee while you're listening to AJ you'll be amazed by his light heartedness and positive outlook.  Use the discount code mentalmpodcast for 10% off your first month with Better Help OR go to www.betterhelp.com/mentalmpodcast.  Connect with us --Instagram: @mentalmpodcastTwitter: @mentalmpodcastFacebook: Mental Maintenance Podcast

AJ Larranaga

Welcome back, M&M's! Joe Slionski joins the Mental Maintenance team on this weeks episode. Joe is a fellow podcaster & joins our previous guests, Joshua Brown & Marissa Meadows hosting Tales from Godrics Hollow. Joe talks about "chasing the dream" which for him, was pro wrestling. Joe does such a great job at bringing us with him throughout his journey - from memories of watching WWE with his brother & dad at a young age to becoming an independent wrestler & navigating his career with his dads sudden passing.  Use the discount code mentalmpodcast for 10% off your first month with Better Help OR go to www.betterhelp.com/mentalmpodcast Connect with us --Instagram: @mentalmpodcastTwitter: @mentalmpodcastFacebook: Mental Maintenance Podcast 

Joe Slionski

Two of the Serino brothers, Stephen & Nick, sit down with Mental Maintenance to explain their childhood growing up in Alaska's arctic villages. They originally moved to Barrow with their parents and 8 other siblings to start the first Baptist Church above the arctic circle - where there are now 4 total. After spending a few years in Barrow, their family moved to Point Hope where they spent their childhood. Stephen & Nick reminisce about growing up in such a large family, how unique it was but also, how challenging it was. They each go on to explain their paths as adults & the routes they ended up taking. Did we mention Stephen is Denise's husband? Enjoy this one, M&M's!  Use discount code mentalmpodcast for 10% off your first month with Better Help OR go to www.betterhelp.com/mentalmpodcast. Connect with us --Instagram: @mentalmpodcastTwitter: @mentalmpodcastFacebook: Mental Maintenance Podcast 

Stephen & Nick Serino

Brooke Lizotte is Jordan's younger sister & while on her winter break from school, she squeezed in an interview with the Mental Maintenance crew. Brooke will graduate from Pharmacy school this coming spring but she expresses how getting to this point has not been easy. She shares how she chose to attend Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) amongst other colleges, how academics is what lead her to choose SWOSU but their cross country running team was a great perk & how she managed a leg injury. Through a series of events, Brooke quit the cross country running team & her collegiate athletic journey didn't quite end up the way she imagined but she doesn't regret anything. Listen to how Brooke went from running as a job to running for herself - she is currently training to run the Boston Marathon!  Use discount code mentalmpodcast for 10% off your first month with Better Help OR go to www.betterhelp.com/mentalmpodcast Connect with us on --Instagram: @mentalmpodcastTwitter: @mentalmpodcastFacebook: Mental Maintenance Podcast 

Brooke Lizotte

Angelica Yocom is the host of FBX|PPL, an incredibly smart woman & survivor. In this episode of Mental Maintenance we talk with Angelica about the abuse she went through as a child from someone she should have been able to trust. Angelica reflects on how hard it was to reach out for help as well as the strain it has put on her relationships with other people after she's honest about her trauma. As an individual who works closely with young children, she teaches kids to always speak up, find & tell an adult if another adult is making them feel unsafe. You can find Angelica on FBX|PPL on Spotify! Use discount code mentalmpodcast for 10% off your first month with Better Help OR go to www.betterhelp.com/mentalmpodcast Connect with us --Instagram: @mentalmpodcastTwitter: @mentalmpodcastFacebook: Mental Maintenance Podcast

Angelica Yocom

In this episode of Mental Maintenance, a fellow podcaster, Marissa Meadows calls in to hang with Denise and Jordan. Marissa shares some of her past relationship struggles and how looking back, she missed some big warning signs. She hopes that by sharing her story, she can assist and educate others in finding those warning signs sooner. Despite the tough situations, Marissa shared that she found THE ONE, his name is Leon and after this episode was recorded, the two actually got engaged! Congrats Marissa!  Check out Marissa's podcasts! Tales from Godric's Hollow& Chosen – Buffy The Vampire Slayer Watch Through Use the discount code mentalmpodcast for 10% off your first month with Better Help OR go to www.betterhelp.com/mentalmpodcast Connect with us --Instagram: @mentalmpodcastTwitter: @mentalmpodcastFacebook: Mental Maintenance Podcast 

Marissa Meadows

David Boyens is Denise's older brother & best friend. This week on Mental Maintenance David shares his perspective of their childhood where he grew up in multiple homes, with & without Denise around. David was surrounded by constant living arrangement changes from one set of adults to the next & he says that for most of his childhood, he felt like he never had a place to call home. David & Denise both explain their relationship as siblings & how they've been able to really connect and become close. David shares how difficult it was to come out to his friends & family at the age of 27 and that even through all the chaos, he can't think of his life being any different because it's allowed him to get to the point he is now - happy! Use discount code mentalmpodcast for 10% off your first month with Better Help OR go to www.betterhelp.com/mentalmpodcast Connect with us --Instagram: @mentalmpodcastTwitter: @mentalmpodcastFacebook: Mental Maintenance Podcast

David Boyens II

Cheyenne Torres is Jordan's sister-in-law, a talented singer & mother to 2 handsome boys. This week on Mental Maintenance we learn about Cheyenne's journey through motherhood, her incredible birth story, finding out her oldest son is autistic & what she has done to make the best life possible for her sons. She has a powerful "can-do" attitude & you can tell that nothing is impossible to here there are only hurdles that she leaps over gracefully. We know you'll enjoy this one, M&M's! Use discount code mentalmpodcast for 10% off your first month with Better Help OR go to www.betterhelp.com/mentalmpodcast Connect with us --Instagram: @mentalmpodcastTwitter: @menalmpodcastFacebook: Mental Maintenance Podcast  Start Today Journal: https://thehollisco.com/pages/start-today

Cheyenne Torres

Keary Quintanilla spends time with Mental Maintenance to talk about the series of events that led to her struggle with addiction, jail time & treatment centers. Next month, Keary will celebrate 7 years sober! Denise & Keary reconnect as high school besties & re-live their first sighting of a leprechaun.  Use discount code mentalmpodcast for 10% off your first month with Better Help OR go to www.betterhelp.com/mentalmpodcast Connect with us --Instagram: @mentalmpodcastTwitter: @mentalmpodcastFacebook: Mental Maintenance Podcast 

Keary Quintanilla

BONUS EPISODE! In this exclusive bonus episode, Denise and Jordan discuss a variety of topics to include the impact counselling has left on their lives and why they continue to be advocates for "mental maintenance". They revisit their birth stories and learn how different each of their experiences were. If you've left a written review or have reached out to give the podcast feedback, you may just hear a shout out!  Connect with us -- Instagram: @mentalmpodcastTwitter: @mentalmpodcastFacebook: Mental Maintenance Podcast Use discount code mentalmpodcast for 10% off your first month with Better Help OR go to www.betterhelp.com/mentalmpodcast

BONUS Denise & Jordan 2

Adriana Welch is such a genuine, beautiful and courageous friend and throughout this episode we learn just how brave she is. She shares parts of her childhood & what it was like to be adopted by her two uncles. She let's us know how hard it is to be a daughter of an addict and being the "middle man" of her family. Connect with us --Instagram: @mentalmpodcastTwitter: @mentalmpodcastFacebook: Mental Maintenance Podcast Use discount code mentalmpodcast for 10% off your first month with Better Help OR go to www.betterhelp.com/mentalmpodcast

Adriana Welch

Dana Silva is a wonderful mother, wife and aunt! She is Denise's best friend and in the beginning of this episode you'll hear them try to explain the title of their relationship. Dana talks about how she met her husband, Bear and how he managed to impress her mom who was her best friend. She then opens up about going through her mom getting sick and being diagnosed with cancer shortly before she passed away. Denise, Jordan and Dana reflect on losing a loved one and how they continue to look for signs even on the hard days. 

Dana Silva

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