WeAreFunctioning

Wendy Cannon-Gunn
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Take a dark, yet light-hearted dive into a family's attempts at Functioning while schizophrenia meanders (zigzags) through the family code.

  1. 09/04/2025

    Advocacy - From the Trenches

    In this episode, Advocacy – From the Trenches, we take you inside our lived experience as parents supporting our son through a critical transition in his Schizophrenia treatment. We open up about a deeply personal chapter—supporting our son as he transitioned to new medication for Schizophrenia. My wife and I share what it meant for us to step in, have him stay with us, and walk alongside him through this challenging but important change. We talk about the realities of navigating mental health care as a family, the importance of showing up as advocates for our loved ones, and the lessons we've learned about patience, resilience, and hope. This conversation isn't just about medication—it's about love, advocacy, and standing together through the ups and downs of living with Schizophrenia.

    37 min

  2. 07/29/2025

    Advocacy - Not just a Buzzword

    In this 1st episode of three, we dive deep into the power of advocacy—what it means, why it matters, and how each of us can use our voice to create change. Its not just a buzzword, but something real and necessary. Whether you're standing up for a cause, speaking out for others, or championing your own rights, advocacy is more than action—it's a mindset. Join us as we explore how advocacy shows up in big and small ways, and why staying silent isn't an option.

    32 min

  3. 04/25/2025

    The Stare - Social Cues

    What does it really mean when someone stares? Is it a sign of curiosity, confrontation, connection—or something else entirely? Wendy and Marvin dive deep into the quiet language we all speak—body language, glances, gestures, and the invisible rules of human interaction. Why do we instantly know when a room goes quiet… or when someone's stare lasts a little too long?

    29 min

  4. 02/19/2025

    Is The Answer in the Gap?

    Marvin and Wendy share their journey of meeting with Sages including Deepok Chopra to understand if the field of Spiritual Awakening and functional medicine could heal schizophrenia.  Meditation | ˌmedəˈtāSHən | A practice that involves training the mind to achieve a state of mental clarity, focus, and inner peace.

    36 min

  5. 01/28/2025

    In the Room Where it Happens

    Join Wendy and Marvin while they travel to NYC to meet the scientists researching cures for schizophrenia.  They will introduce you to the Brain Behavior foundation and several scientists to learn what work is being done to find the cure for schizophrenia.    Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube

    28 min

  6. 11/18/2024

    If you don't move your body, you may lose your mind! NAMI Walks 2024

    The podcast episode travels with the community to explore the NAMI Walks 2024 events. This is an annual event that is hosted by the National Alliance for Mental Illiness. There are several chapters throughout the US that host the event.  Enjoy meeting the families and learn why people walk.  The podcast allows you to experience the events real time in both Minnesota and Phoenix, AZ.   https://www.namiwalks.org Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube

    31 min

  7. 10/22/2024

    Put me in the Game Coach with Lori Mazan

    Struggling to handle your mental health journey? We're here to help. This week, we're joined by Lori Mason, founder of Sounding Board and author of Leadership Revolution. Lori discusses how her early experiences in mental health and leadership coaching have shaped her approach to helping families and leaders navigate life's challenges. Tune in for advice on dealing with schizophrenia, embracing self-acceptance, and focusing on your strengths. Key Takeaways: Navigating schizophrenia in family life The role of acceptance in mental health How coaching brings unique support Leadership lessons for growth. "Acceptance lets the shields go down."   #MentalHealthJourney #SchizophreniaAwareness #LeadershipThroughChallenges #CoachingForLife #FamilySupportMatters #BreakTheStigma #LeadershipRevolution #MentalHealthMatters #SelfAcceptance #ResilienceAndStrength

    38 min

  8. 09/01/2024

    Culture and Mental Health: Breaking the Stigma

    This episode of the podcast explores the complex relationship between culture and mental health, particularly in the context of schizophrenia. Marvin and Wendy, broadcasting from Myrtle Beach, discuss these themes with Rick Yang, a young mental health advocate. Yang shares his personal experiences with mental health advocacy and highlights the cultural barriers that can prevent people from seeking help. The conversation covers the stigmas within Asian American communities, the importance of youth voices in mental health, and the broader societal implications of untreated mental health issues.

    30 min
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Take a dark, yet light-hearted dive into a family's attempts at Functioning while schizophrenia meanders (zigzags) through the family code.

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  • Creator
    Wendy Cannon-Gunn
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024
  • Show Website
    WeAreFunctioning