The Mental Mile Kristi Yeh + Kjersti Nelson

In this episode Kjersti and Kristi have a conversation inspired by the Vox opinion article called The Limits of Therapy Speak by Allie Volpe. They dive into the debate around using terms like toxic, boundaries, narcissist, and trigger.



Also mentioned in this episode:


The podcast Armchair Expert
Jonah Hill's personal story of therapy and boundaries
Esther Perel


Kjersti and Kristi end the episode sharing two self-help, mental-health books they've enjoyed:



Good Morning, I Love You by Shauna Shapiro
Atomic Habits by James ClearIf you are interested to buy Kjersti and Kristi's books:
Kjersti's Running For Mental Health, A How-To Guide

Kristi's Self-Care 101: Self-Care Inspiration for Busy Parents

In this episode Kristi listens to Kjersti gush about the TV show Bluey! Bluey is a show about a family of Blue Heelers: a set of parents and two preschool aged kids. Kjersti makes the bold claim that "Bluey is the new Mr. Rogers". Give it a listen and decide for yourself! Let us know your favorite episodes while you are at it!

Kjersti and Kristi end the episode by sharing some TV show recommendations for adults!

Kjersti's recommendation: The Bear

Kristi's recommendation: Never Have I Ever

Also mentioned: Beef



Other mentions in this episode:

Bluey's creator Joe Brumm

Daniel Tiger

Pokemon

The Bluey Episode "Born Yesterday" in Season 2.



If you are interested to buy Kjersti and Kristi's books:

Kjersti's Running For Mental Health, A How-To Guide

Kristi's Self-Care 101: Self-Care Inspiration for Busy Parents

Kjersti and Kristi catch up after a LONG time of not recording or visiting! Following a happy catch-up convo, Kjersti and Kristi discuss the mental health benefits of connecting with nature, and experiencing nature with kids. Kristi shares about experiencing nature with her family on an Alaskan vacation, and Kjersti guides Kristi (and YOU) through a "Tree Meditation". 



To end the episode, we offer some fun book recommendations!

From Kjersti: ⁠The Bean Trees⁠ by Barbara Kingsolver, also ⁠Bravey⁠ by Alexi Pappas



From Kristi: ⁠An Immense World⁠ by Ed Yong and ⁠Bombshelter⁠ by Mary Laura Philpott



Links to things discussed:

⁠Alaska Outdoor Girl⁠

⁠Forest Bathing ⁠

⁠Eco Therapy⁠

⁠Armchair Expert ⁠



Follow this link to buy Kjersti's book, Running for Mental Health, A How-To Guide

Follow this link to buy Kristi's book, Self-Care 101: Self-Care Inspiration for Busy Parents

In this episode of The Mental Mile, Kjersti and Kristi share about their summer visits to Utah, and happenings with their kids.  Then dive into the article put out by The Atlantic called "The Six Forces That Fuel Friendship" by Julie Beck. While discussing the six forces Kjersti and Kristi share some personal stories about the changing nature of their friendships throughout the motherhood experience. Listen in to learn more about how to be intentional in your friendships, how to make new friendships, and ideas for making your friendships richer and more nourishing. 

Mentioned in this episode: 


The Six Forces That Fuel Friendship by Julie Beck: https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2022/06/six-ways-make-maintain-friends/661232/
Swig Drinks: https://swigdrinks.com
the Glennon Doyle Podcast (the one with Reese Witherspoon): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reese-witherspoon-on-friendship-what-like-its-hard/id1564530722?i=1000570420339
the Peanut App: https://www.peanut-app.io Connect with women who are at a similar stage in life.

Shop Our Books: Kjersti's book Running for Mental Health + Kristi's book Self-Care 101 for Busy Parents

Connect on Instagram: @thementalmile @parentselfcare@kjersti_running_therapy

In this episode Kjersti and Kristi catch up about some special events going on in their lives, discuss how to help teens cope in the digital age, and end with a personal sleep tip.  

Mentioned in this episode: 


Article by David Leonhardt via The Morning of the New York Times: We take a look at the mental health crisis facing adolescents--and the role of digital technology, May 10, 2022.
The Greater Good Magazine Article from 2016: How Nature Can Make You Kinder, Happier, and More Creative by Jill Suttie, March 2, 2016.
Common Sense Media Family Contract 
Dr Ann Louise Lockhart 
Dr. Sheryl Ziegler and the book Mommy Burnout
Dr. Rachel Kowert 

Shop Our Books: Kjersti's book Running for Mental Health + Kristi's book Self-Care 101 for Busy Parents

Connect on Instagram: @thementalmile @parentselfcare@kjersti_running_therapy

After a multiple month hiatus, Kjersti and Kristi catch up on life.  Both share their recent experiences in Big Sur, California. Kjersti for the marathon, and Kristi for her upcoming 40th birthday! Kjersti and Kristi also share their plans for summer, including the big puzzle of putting together a cohesive summer-camp plan. They end on a fun note discussing the one must-have makeup-trick for looking put-together when life gets rushed.

Kristi shares that she has a new online course coming out in July, check out her parent self-care website for details. As well as a monthly subscription newsletter.  

Kjersti has a subscription newsletter that comes out in June and December. Kjersti was also included in a Runners World + Article about Why the Ultimate Form of Self-Care is Social Connection--and How Run Clubs Can Help by Ashley Mateo.  

Want to join Kjersti's run clubs?  Contact her directly to learn more about Running Based Stress Reduction a running + yoga group aimed at soothing the nervous system in a group format, and/or the Joy Run Club, a social-emotional run group for women. 



Shop Our Books: Kjersti's book Running for Mental Health + Kristi's book Self-Care 101 for Busy Parents

Connect on Instagram: @thementalmile @parentselfcare@kjersti_running_therapy