Mental Illness Happy Hour

Paul Gilmartin
Mental Illness Happy Hour

"Remarkable" - Psychology Today "A vital, compassionate gem that fills a desperate and under-addressed need in our society." - Esquire "A perversely safe place in which he and his guests talk about their fears, addictions and traumatic childhoods." - NY Times "Gilmartin makes a conscious effort to explore stories that aren’t black and white" - Slate Magazine "Praised by listeners all over the world" - Atlantic Monthly Named To Top Health Podcast List by: NY Times, Esquire, Slate, Oprah Magazine, Women's Health, Onion A.V. Club, Apple Podcast Staff

  1. 3 HR AGO

    #735 Career Transition, Passive Aggression & Inner Critics - Phil Stark

    Phil Stark is a former screenwriter (Dude, Where’s My Car) turned marriage and family therapist. He shares why he made this huge career pivot plus he and Paul discuss passive aggression in relationships and managing the inner critic. Check out his new book, Dude, Where's My Car-tharsis?: A Friendly and Engaging Guide to Talk Therapy For more about Phil: Website: https://www.starktalk.net Amazon book link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578300842?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 This episode is sponsored by Orgain Organic Plant Protein Powder. For 30% off go to www.Ogain.com/mental30 and use code MENTAL30. If you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture    WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCAST Subscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2 Spread the word via social media.  It costs nothing. Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is www.Facebook.com/mentalpod and our Twitter and Instagram are both @Mentalpod  Become a much-needed Patreon monthly-donor (with occasional rewards) for as little as $1/month at www.Patreon.com/mentalpod    Become a one-time or monthly donor via PayPal at https://mentalpod.com/donate You can also donate via Zelle (make payment to mentalpod@gmail.com)  To donate via Venmo make payment to @Mentalpod  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    59 min
  2. 7 FEB

    #734 School Pressure, Being Gay & Boundaries: Jon-Luc

    Paul’s support group friend, Jon Luc, opens up about the ways that school took an incredible mental toll on his life and how being gay in this world has also created challenges. He shares his struggles with addiction, his love for his support group, and how he’s learned to set boundaries in his relationships. This episode is sponsored by Orgain Organic Plant Protein Powder. For 30% off go to www.Ogain.com/mental30 and use code MENTAL30. If you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture    WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCAST Subscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2 Spread the word via social media.  It costs nothing. Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is www.Facebook.com/mentalpod and our Twitter and Instagram are both @Mentalpod  Become a much-needed Patreon monthly-donor (with occasional rewards) for as little as $1/month at www.Patreon.com/mentalpod    Become a one-time or monthly donor via PayPal at https://mentalpod.com/donate You can also donate via Zelle (make payment to mentalpod@gmail.com)  To donate via Venmo make payment to @Mentalpod  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 27m
  3. 31 JAN

    #733 The Minimalists

    Joshua Fields and T.K. Coleman,(@TheMinimalists) better known as two parts of the popular trio, The Minimalists, join Paul to talk about how all the clutter in our lives can affect our minds and offer tips on how to live better with less.  More about the Minimalists: www.TheMinimalists.com www.instagram.com/theminimalists This episode is sponsored by 23andMe for the latest offer go to www.23andme.com/mental. Total Health membership includes services initiated and performed by third-party clinicians and lab providers through the 23andMe platform. Additional terms and conditions also apply. See 23andme.com to learn more. Total Health Membership not available to residents of HI, NJ, NY, RI and US territories. If you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture    WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCAST Subscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2 Spread the word via social media.  It costs nothing. Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is www.Facebook.com/mentalpod and our Twitter and Instagram are both @Mentalpod  Become a much-needed Patreon monthly-donor (with occasional rewards) for as little as $1/month at www.Patreon.com/mentalpod    Become a one-time or monthly donor via PayPal at https://mentalpod.com/donate You can also donate via Zelle (make payment to mentalpod@gmail.com)  To donate via Venmo make payment to @Mentalpod  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 18m
  4. 24 JAN

    #732 Paul's Cousin & Their Family Tree - Paul Barnard

    We visit the family tree today with Paul Gilmartin’s cousin, Paul Barnard. He shares stories of his past, from losing his baby sister to moving in with an entirely new family when he was 8 years old. He also shares beautiful thoughts on his time caretaking for his wife, who battled cancer for many years.  This episode is sponsored by Orgain Organic Plant Protein Powder. For 30% off go to www.Orgain.com/mental30 and use code MENTAL30. The link for the Open Space Therapy Collective LGBTQ+ online support group. (It’s $25 per meeting unless you’re an MIHH Patreon donor then it’s $10 a meeting. I’ll post the discount code on the Patreon site)  https://www.openspacetherapycollective.com/lgbtq-adult-support-group If you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture    WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCAST Subscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2 Spread the word via social media.  It costs nothing. Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is www.Facebook.com/mentalpod and our Twitter and Instagram are both @Mentalpod  Become a much-needed Patreon monthly-donor (with occasional rewards) for as little as $1/month at www.Patreon.com/mentalpod    Become a one-time or monthly donor via PayPal at https://mentalpod.com/donate You can also donate via Zelle (make payment to mentalpod@gmail.com)  To donate via Venmo make payment to @Mentalpod  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 14m
  5. 17 JAN

    #731 Living Well With Bipolar - Dr David Miklowitz

    David Miklowitz is a Professor of Psychiatry in the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at UCLA. Dr. Miklowitz’s research focuses on bipolar disorder and in this episode he shares the distinct differences between BP1 and BP2 and unpacks myths about bipolar disorder. Look for his new book Living Well with Bipolar Disorder: Practical Strategies for Improving Your Daily Life. More about Dr. Miklowitz and bipolar disorder: His new book is called Living Well With Bipolar Disorder website: https://www.uclahealth.org/david-miklowitz https://www.semel.ucla.edu/champ/team/david-miklowitz-phd Support websites Depressive and Bipolar Support Alliance: www.dbsalliance.org International Society for Bipolar Disorders  www.isbd.org The link for the Open Space Therapy Collective LGBTQ+ online support group. (It’s $25 per meeting unless you’re an MIHH Patreon donor then it’s $10 a meeting. I’ll post the discount code on the Patreon site) https://www.openspacetherapycollective.com/lgbtq-adult-support-group If you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture   WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCAST Subscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2 Spread the word via social media.  It costs nothing. Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is www.Facebook.com/mentalpod and our Twitter and Instagram are both @Mentalpod Become a much-needed Patreon monthly-donor (with occasional rewards) for as little as $1/month at www.Patreon.com/mentalpod   Become a one-time or monthly donor via PayPal at https://mentalpod.com/donate You can also donate via Zelle (make payment to mentalpod@gmail.com) To donate via Venmo make payment to @Mentalpod  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 18m
  6. 10 JAN

    #730 - Rethinking Our Relationship To Money - Elizabeth Husserl

    Elizabeth Husserl (@ElizabethHusserl) is a financial advisor and the author of the new book The Power of Enough: Finding Joy in Your Relationship with Money. She talks about the emotional aspects of money, including comparing yourself to others and blindly accumulating things, and how to find more balance and financial health.  More about Elizabeth: Buy her book https://www.amazon.com/Power-Enough-Finding-Relationship-Money/dp/1608689425 Follow her on IG @ElizabethHusserl Visit www.ElizabethHusserl.com If you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture    WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCAST Subscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2 Spread the word via social media.  It costs nothing. Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is www.Facebook.com/mentalpod and our Twitter and Instagram are both @Mentalpod  Become a much-needed Patreon monthly-donor (with occasional rewards) for as little as $1/month at www.Patreon.com/mentalpod    Become a one-time or monthly donor via PayPal at https://mentalpod.com/donate You can also donate via Zelle (make payment to mentalpod@gmail.com)  To donate via Venmo make payment to @Mentalpod  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 5m
  7. 3 JAN

    #729 The Ripples Of Childhood Abuse - Nathan Spiteri

    Nathan Spiteri (@NathanSpiteri) is an Australian filmmaker, actor, and writer on a mission to eradicate the lingering shame of abuse. As a child, Nathan was sexually and mentally abused for years. He discusses the attachment he felt to his abuser, how he continued the cycle of abuse as an adult, and how he was finally able to see that the pain he was causing others stemmed from his own trauma.  Follow Nathan on IG @NathanSpiteri If you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture    WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCAST Subscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2 Spread the word via social media.  It costs nothing. Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is www.Facebook.com/mentalpod and our Twitter and Instagram are both @Mentalpod  Become a much-needed Patreon monthly-donor (with occasional rewards) for as little as $1/month at www.Patreon.com/mentalpod    Become a one-time or monthly donor via PayPal at https://mentalpod.com/donate You can also donate via Zelle (make payment to mentalpod@gmail.com)  To donate via Venmo make payment to @Mentalpod  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 35m
  8. 27/12/2024

    #728 Childless By Choice - Dr Kate Truitt Returns

    Dr. Kate Truitt is a psychologist and neuroscientist, visiting the show for the second time. In this episode, she opens up about being childless in our current culture and shares personal stories that have shaped her life. She also discusses her research on the amygdala and a healing method called Brain Partnership. More About Dr. Truitt CEO & Founder, Dr. Kate Truitt & Associates CEO, Trauma Counseling Center of Los Angeles CEO & Founder, The Amy Research Foundation Executive Director & Founder, The Truitt Institute YouTube Channel: Empowering Brain Smart Mental Health for All Healing Workbook: Healing in Your Hands: Self-Havening Exercises to Harness Neuroplasticity, Heal Traumatic Stress, and Build Resilience New book! Keep Breathing: A Psychologist’s Intimate Journey Through Loss, Trauma, and Rediscovering Life If you’re interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG for his woodworking which is transitioning from @MIHHfurniture to its new handle @ShapedFurniture    WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCAST Subscribe via iTunes. It costs nothing. It’s extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2 Spread the word via social media.  It costs nothing. Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is www.Facebook.com/mentalpod and our Twitter and Instagram are both @Mentalpod Become a much-needed Patreon monthly-donor (with occasional rewards) for as little as $1/month at www.Patreon.com/mentalpod Become a one-time or monthly donor via PayPal at https://mentalpod.com/donate You can also donate via Zelle (make payment to mentalpod@gmail.com) To donate via Venmo make payment to @Mentalpod  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 33m
4.9
out of 5
322 Ratings

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"Remarkable" - Psychology Today "A vital, compassionate gem that fills a desperate and under-addressed need in our society." - Esquire "A perversely safe place in which he and his guests talk about their fears, addictions and traumatic childhoods." - NY Times "Gilmartin makes a conscious effort to explore stories that aren’t black and white" - Slate Magazine "Praised by listeners all over the world" - Atlantic Monthly Named To Top Health Podcast List by: NY Times, Esquire, Slate, Oprah Magazine, Women's Health, Onion A.V. Club, Apple Podcast Staff

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