The Search For Serotonin

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The Search For Serotonin

Join host Carolyn Ferrick in an exploration of happiness on The Search For Serotonin, a mental health podcast. As she embarks on a transformative chapter of her life, Carolyn invites you to be a part of her authentic journey towards self-discovery. She candidly discusses her experiences & strategies for cultivating mental well-being, whether it's exploring new self-care practices or building resilience in the face of challenges. The Search For Serotonin is not about having all the answers, it's about embracing the beautiful messiness of life & embracing vulnerability. Welcome to the search! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thesearchforserotonin/support

  1. 15 JAN

    Searching For Happiness In Little Moments

    EP. 63: Searching For Happiness In Little Moments Welcome back to The Search For Serotonin podcast! This week we are searching for happiness in the little moments of life. We Discuss:  Chaotic Dreams Nighttime Anxiety During The Day Resting Over The Long Weekend Self Love: Taking A Mental Health Day Self Care: Hibernating During The Cold Positive Interactions With Strangers  Self Awareness: Finding Joy & Happiness In The Little Moments  Poem: Sleeping Alone Be Sure To Follow:  @carolyn_ferrick: https://www.instagram.com/carolyn_ferrick/  @thesearchforserotonin: https://www.instagram.com/thesearchforserotonin/  Mental Health Resources: Suicide And Crisis Lifeline: Call OR Text 988  Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741 National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat The Trevor Project | 24/7 Crisis Support Services For LGBTQIA+: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thesearchforserotonin/support

    17 min

  2. 8 JAN

    Searching For New Goals

    Searching For New Goals Happy New Year! Welcome back to The Search For Serotonin podcast! This week we are searching for new goals as we enter 2024. We Discuss:  Welcome Back Recapping The Holidays Self Love Remember You Are Capable Self Care New Year, New Goals Sharing My New Year's Resolutions Self Compassion Acknowledging When Things Get Hard Let’s Connect!  Be Sure To Follow:  @carolyn_ferrick: https://www.instagram.com/carolyn_ferrick/  @thesearchforserotonin: https://www.instagram.com/thesearchforserotonin/  Mental Health Resources: Suicide And Crisis Lifeline: Call OR Text 988  Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741 National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline ChatThe Trevor Project | 24/7 Crisis Support Services For LGBTQIA+: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thesearchforserotonin/support

    22 min

  3. 26/12/2023

    Searching For A Way To Survive The Holidays

    Searching For A Way To Survive The Holidays Welcome back to The Search For Serotonin podcast! This week we are searching for a way to survive the holidays. We Discuss:  Collective Breath Trauma & The Holidays Self-Love Relying On Support  Self-Care Remaining Present Self-Awareness Focusing On Positive Traditions The Holidays Aren’t Always Cheerful Poem: Open When You Miss Me  Be Sure To Follow:  @carolyn_ferrick: https://www.instagram.com/carolyn_ferrick/  @thesearchforserotonin: https://www.instagram.com/thesearchforserotonin/  Mental Health Resources: Suicide And Crisis Lifeline: Call OR Text 988  Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741 National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat The Trevor Project | 24/7 Crisis Support Services For LGBTQIA+: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thesearchforserotonin/support

    19 min

  4. 19/12/2023

    Searching For An Answer To Anger

    Welcome back to The Search For Serotonin podcast! This we we are searching for an answer to anger. We Discuss:  Where I’ve Been New Pod Format Sunday Self Care Resets  Healing Is Constant Self Love & Compassion Self Care Acknowledging Your Feelings  Self Awareness The Anger Iceberg Sitting In The Sh*t Of Life  Be Sure To Follow:  @carolyn_ferrick: https://www.instagram.com/carolyn_ferrick/  @thesearchforserotonin: https://www.instagram.com/thesearchforserotonin/  The Search For Serotonin Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/show/3H0DlfJIf8ggEpsVI5CEwO  Mental Health Resources: Suicide And Crisis Lifeline: Call OR Text 988  Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741 National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline ChatThe Trevor Project | 24/7 Crisis Support Services For LGBTQIA+: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thesearchforserotonin/support

    19 min

  5. 05/06/2023

    Tips For Balancing A Busy Week

    Welcome back to The Search For Serotonin podcast! In this week's exciting episode, join me as I dive into valuable tips for effectively managing a busy week. I'll be sharing my personal journey of returning to a 9-5 job as an event planner and how I'm leveraging my Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD) to my advantage in this new role. Throughout this episode, I'll take you behind the scenes of planning my very first event at my current job. Together, we'll explore the strategies I've implemented to stay grounded amidst the whirlwind of responsibilities and deadlines. Join me as I reveal simple yet powerful tips that you can easily incorporate into your own busy weeks, helping you prevent overwhelm and burnout. If you often find yourself easily stressed or overwhelmed, this episode is specifically tailored for you. Discover actionable techniques that will enable you to create a more balanced schedule and regain control of your time and energy. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion on finding equilibrium in the midst of a chaotic week. Tune in now to The Search For Serotonin and embark on a transformative journey towards a more harmonious and fulfilling life. We Discuss:  My New Job In Denver How I Use My OCPD To My Advantage As An Event Planner How I Ground Myself During A Busy Week How You Can Prepare For Busy Schedules Without Sacrificing Your Mental Health Be Sure To Follow:  @carolyn_ferrick: https://www.instagram.com/carolyn_ferrick/  @thesearchforserotonin: https://www.instagram.com/thesearchforserotonin/  The Search For Serotonin Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/show/3H0DlfJIf8ggEpsVI5CEwO  Download: FREE 5 Day Gratitude Digital Journal: https://colossal-motivator-5973.ck.page/f366ccf61c  FREE Serotonin Boost Checklist: https://colossal-motivator-5973.ck.page/5b67684be6  Mental Health Resources: Suicide And Crisis Lifeline: Call OR Text 988  Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741 National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline ChatThe Trevor Project | 24/7 Crisis Support Services For LGBTQIA+: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thesearchforserotonin/support

    18 min

  6. 29/05/2023

    Saying Goodbye To Therapy

    Welcome back to The Search For Serotonin podcast! This week's episode is a long-awaited return as I make a comeback from my much needed three-month hiatus. Join me as I open up about my absence, revealing where I've been and how this intentional break has profoundly influenced my mental health. In this candid episode, I invite you into the intimate space of my last therapy session with my trusted therapist, with whom I've embarked on an incredible three-year journey. Saying goodbye to this significant chapter in my mental health healing wasn't without its challenges, but I'll be sharing the invaluable insights I gained along the way. Get ready to discover my biggest takeaways from my therapy journey as I reflect on the lessons learned, the personal growth experienced, and the tools acquired. But that's not all—join me as I shed light on what lies ahead in my healing journey. Don't miss out on this week's episode of The Search For Serotonin! Tune in now to hear the full story behind my hiatus, the insights gained from therapy, and how I’m continuing the search for serotonin. We Discuss:  Coming Back From My Break Why I Took The Break From Podcasting My Final Therapy Session With Tina What I’ve Taken Away From Therapy Using The Tools From Therapy To Find Happiness Being In A Good Place Mentally  Be Sure To Follow:  @carolyn_ferrick: https://www.instagram.com/carolyn_ferrick/  @thesearchforserotonin: https://www.instagram.com/thesearchforserotonin/  The Search For Serotonin Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/show/3H0DlfJIf8ggEpsVI5CEwO  Download: FREE 5 Day Gratitude Digital Journal: https://colossal-motivator-5973.ck.page/f366ccf61c  FREE Serotonin Boost Checklist: https://colossal-motivator-5973.ck.page/5b67684be6  Mental Health Resources: Suicide And Crisis Lifeline: Call OR Text 988  Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741 National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline ChatThe Trevor Project | 24/7 Crisis Support Services For LGBTQIA+: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thesearchforserotonin/support

    16 min

  7. 30/01/2023

    Staying In Your Own Lane

    This week on The Search For Serotonin podcast, I am sharing that I will be taking a break from podcasting! While this break is only temporary, I will be using the next few months to be present in my life offline and continuing my own search for serotonin. I explain my motives behind this break, and how I intend to “stay in my own lane”. Listen now for the full story. We Discuss: Seasonal Depression Being Overwhelmed With The World Stepping Back & Staying In Your Own Lane Taking A Break From Podcasting The New Social Media For Your Mental Health Be Sure To Follow: @carolyn_ferrick: https://www.instagram.com/carolyn_ferrick/ @thesearchforserotonin: https://www.instagram.com/thesearchforserotonin/ The Search For Serotonin Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/show/3H0DlfJIf8ggEpsVI5CEwO Download: FREE 5 Day Gratitude Digital Journal: https://colossal-motivator-5973.ck.page/f366ccf61c FREE Serotonin Boost Checklist: https://colossal-motivator-5973.ck.page/5b67684be6 Mental Health Resources: Suicide And Crisis Lifeline: Call OR Text 988 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741 National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat The Trevor Project | 24/7 Crisis Support Services For LGBTQIA+: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thesearchforserotonin/support

    16 min

  8. 23/01/2023

    Incorporating Balance & The Right Intentions

    Does your week feel balanced? This week on The Search For Serotonin podcast, I am talking about finding balance and acting with the right intentions. During Therapy Think, I share the conversation my therapist and I had regarding balancing your week, and focusing on your intentions when creating that balance. I give examples of how I got out of my own way, accomplished what I needed to, and how I continued in my healing journey thanks to her advice! Listen to the full episode now to hear more! We Discuss: Taking A Break From Podcasting Resting When Needing To Balancing The Week Where Does Overwhelm Stem From? The Fear Of Not Having Enough Time Writing To Heal Searching For Feelings After Trauma Tapping Into Unwanted Emotions Going Easy On Yourself Be Sure To Follow: @carolyn_ferrick: https://www.instagram.com/carolyn_ferrick/ @thesearchforserotonin: https://www.instagram.com/thesearchforserotonin/ The Search For Serotonin Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/show/3H0DlfJIf8ggEpsVI5CEwO Download: FREE 5 Day Gratitude Digital Journal: https://colossal-motivator-5973.ck.page/f366ccf61c FREE Serotonin Boost Checklist: https://colossal-motivator-5973.ck.page/5b67684be6 Mental Health Resources: Suicide And Crisis Lifeline: Call OR Text 988 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741 National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat The Trevor Project | 24/7 Crisis Support Services For LGBTQIA+: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thesearchforserotonin/support

    28 min
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Join host Carolyn Ferrick in an exploration of happiness on The Search For Serotonin, a mental health podcast. As she embarks on a transformative chapter of her life, Carolyn invites you to be a part of her authentic journey towards self-discovery. She candidly discusses her experiences & strategies for cultivating mental well-being, whether it's exploring new self-care practices or building resilience in the face of challenges. The Search For Serotonin is not about having all the answers, it's about embracing the beautiful messiness of life & embracing vulnerability. Welcome to the search! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thesearchforserotonin/support

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  • Creator
    The Search For Serotonin
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    68
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    Explicit
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