Simple Mental Health

Jeff Allen
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Simple Mental Health

We speak with professionals, as well as those in the trenches...people who struggle with anxiety and depression and other mental health issues. And we break it down as simply as possible. Mental health is complicated... but I've learned that for some, living with it doesn't have to be. And a basic understanding doesn't have to be either. This is Simple Mental Health.

  1. 12/20/2024

    Holiday Anxiety in 2024: Managing the Pressure of the Season

    In this episode of Simple Mental Health, host Jeff Allen dives into the unique challenges the holiday season brings in 2024. From the pressure to please everyone to the stress of finding the “perfect” gifts and managing family dynamics, Jeff explores why Christmas can feel overwhelming instead of joyful. With practical strategies like setting boundaries, simplifying gift-giving, and letting go of perfection, this episode offers a roadmap for navigating holiday anxiety while focusing on what truly matters. Whether you’re feeling stretched thin or just need a reminder to take care of yourself, this conversation will help you approach the holidays with a little more peace and a lot less stress.

    6 min

  2. 09/30/2023 · BONUS

    I forgot to tell you, the book is available!

    The book is available! Grab it on Amazon or get it at LeftBank books in St. Louis! Self-Discovery Journal Prompts https://a.co/d/bS1s8xm

    3 min

  3. 09/14/2023 · BONUS

    Big News!

    I'm so stoked to announce my new 'book...' actually a journal. Make sure you go to simplementalhealth.me to learn all about it!

    3 min
  4. Mental Health Awareness Month

    05/11/2023 · BONUS

    Mental Health Awareness Month

    Want free stuff? Send me an email here and I'll tell you where to send a self addressed, stamped envelope: jeff.allen@simplementalhealth.me In this episode of the Simple Mental Health podcast, host Jeff Allen shares his personal story with mental health, specifically his diagnosis of cyclothymia, a milder form of bipolar disorder. He discusses the importance of seeking professional help and finding self-care strategies that work for you, as well as the role that friends and loved ones can play in supporting someone with mental health struggles. Jeff also offers Simple Mental Health stickers to listeners who send a self-addressed envelope to his email address. This episode is timely, as it is released during Mental Health Awareness Month, and encourages listeners to prioritize their mental health and support those around them who may be struggling.

    5 min

  5. 05/31/2022

    Frank King on Suicide Prevention and Postvention

    TW: Discussion on Suicide throughout episode In today’s episode, Jeff Allen is joined by Frank King, a TEDx coach and a writer for the ‘Tonight Show’. Additionally, Frank is a suicide prevention and postvention public speaker and a comedian. Frank shares his experience with depression and suicide, why people die by suicide, and how to recognize and help people who are suicidal. Moreover, he shares tips and insights about suicide prevention and postvention. In addition, he shares about passive suicidal ideation and its symptoms and the importance of humor in mental health. If you change perception, you can change prejudices. Tune in! During this episode, you will learn about; [00:01] Trigger warning for the episode [00:37] Introduction to the show [01:11] Meet our guest; Frank King [02:08] Frank’s ‘Tonight Show’ gig [04:41] Why the topic of depression and suicide is so meaningful to Frank [05:02] His experience with depression and suicide [07:05] Passive suicidal ideation and its symptoms [11:45] Why he decided to be a suicide prevention speaker [14:04] What Frank teaches in his talks [14:25] Suicide postvention [17:23] Depression symptoms [18:09] What to say to someone who is depressed [18:44] How to recognize someone who is suicidal [19:30] Why do people commit suicide? [20:17] How to help someone who is suicidal [22:23] What to do when you have suicidal thoughts [23:54] Perceived burdensomeness and suicidal thoughts [25:43] The importance of humor in mental health [27:58] Stigma surrounding men’s mental health [28:53] How to connect with Frank King [30:03] How to support this podcast Notable Quotes “Focus is an amazing thing; pick a lane, do one thing, go deep, not wide.”[12:56] “Suicide is the most preventable cause of death on the planet.” [15:57] “If you change perception, you can change prejudices.” [26:10] Don’t forget to Subscribe, Rate, Review, Like, and Share! Let’s Connect! Follow Frank King on; Website: https://www.thementalhealthcomedian.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theMHcomedian YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheMentalHealthComedian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theMentalHealthComedian/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedian/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankkingthemhcomedian/ Book a free 30 minutes consultation with Frank King:  https://bit.ly/3MHxZcF More Products To listen to more amazing podcast episodes on mental health: https://anchor.fm/simplementalhealth To help the simple mental health podcast connect with more people, shop at:

    30 min

  6. 05/24/2022

    Our stories: Matthew Moore

    In this episode, Jeff Allen interviews Matthew Moore, a reporter, and producer at KUAF 91.3 National Public Radio. Additionally, Matthew is a podcaster and a mental health activist. He shares his experience with mental health as a child and the stigma that surrounds mental health for Christians In addition, Matthew also shares how mental health stigma affects men and educates people on how to be more compassionate towards those struggling with their mental health. Tune in! During this episode, you will learn about; [00:27] Episode introduction [00:30] Matthew Moore’s bio [01:38] Matthew’s inspiration for podcasting and reporting [03:41] The favorite podcast series that he created [08:00] Why Matthew decided to seek the talk therapy [11:23] Matthew’s mental health [16:23] How stress and anxiety affected him as a child [18:31] His experience with the Church’s response to mental health [20:22] Hyper individualism and its impact on mental health [24:39] The stigma around mental health for Christians [26:47] Why men don’t talk about mental health [30:12] How to recommend therapy to someone you care about [35:02] How to connect with Matthew Moore [36:26] How to support this podcast Love the show? Subscribe, Rate, Review, Like, and Share! Let’s Connect! Follow Matthew Moore on; Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthewrmoore/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iammatthewrmoore Twitter: https://twitter.com/MatthewrMoore To listen to KUAF radio: https://www.kuaf.com/ More Products To listen to more amazing podcast episodes on mental health: https://anchor.fm/simplementalhealth To help the simple mental health podcast connect with more people, shop at: https://www.simplementalhealth.me/

    37 min

  7. 05/17/2022

    Our stories: Sadie & Kate

    In today’s episode, Jeff is joined by Sadie Moore and Kate Johnson. Sadie and Kate are the hosts of the ‘Skate Hot Take’ Podcast, which focuses on topics that are important to today’s teens. In this episode, they share some of the sources of stress for teenagers. Additionally, they share how parents can help improve teens’ mental health by engaging in mental health conversations with them. Tune in! During this episode, you will learn about; [00:26] Episode introduction [01:31] What people misunderstand about them [02:12] Why they started the ‘Skate Hot Take’ Podcast [03:51] Some sources of stress for teenagers [05:45] The role of social media on mental health [10:04] Advice for newly admitted college students [13:12] Phoebe Bridgers’s first album [14:52] Impact of COVID-19 impact on mental health [19:16] Mental health days in schools [20:59] How they break the stigma associated with mental health [22:57] How parents can engage in mental health conversations with their kids [26:11] How they plan episode topics for their podcast [28:42] Where you can listen to the ‘Skate Hot Take’ Podcast Love the show? Subscribe, Rate, Review, Like, and Share! Let’s Connect! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theskatehottake/ To listen to the ‘Skate Hot Take’ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3MTzUMiDKqgYljupGx6eaT?si=3b67501bf6074b1d More Products To listen to more fantastic podcast episodes on mental health: https://anchor.fm/simplementalhealth To help the simple mental health podcast connect with more people, shop at: https://www.simplementalhealth.me/

    32 min

  8. 05/10/2022

    Our stories: KSHE95's Lauren "Lern" Elwell

    In this amazing episode, Jeff interviews Lauren “Lern” Elwell from KSHE 95 in St. Louis, MO. Lauren is a radio host at KSHE 95 and an advocate of mental health awareness. She shares about the stigma associated with mental health and the importance of mental health awareness. Moreover, she shares what she does to improve her mental health and some of the holistic approaches she uses to fight depression and anxiety. Tune in! During this episode, you will learn about; [00:29] Episode introduction [00:47] Lauren’s bio [01:33] The Exit 90 show [05:32] AD Rowntree’s mental health podcast [06:08] How AD Rowntree coped with the death of his dad [06:51] Lauren’s origin and childhood [12:09] What inspired her to become a radio host [17:05] The genre of music she loves [20:54] What people misunderstand about her [23:11] How she deals with people’s opinions about her [27:24] Why she champions mental health awareness [29:42] Lauren’s perspective about her depression and anxiety medication [30:18] Holistic approaches she uses to fight depression and anxiety [30:24] #1 Hypnotherapy [30:30] #2 Acupuncture [32:28] The disadvantage of holistic treatments for mental health [34:39] Psychological impact of COVID-19 on Lauren’s mental health [43:43] What she does during her days off to improve her mental health [47:16] The side effects of mental health medications [53:11] Stigma associated with mental health [[55:25] How to connect with Lauren [55:52] How to support this podcast Love the show? Subscribe, Rate, Review, Like, and Share! Let’s Connect! Follow Lern on; Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/lern_fm/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lernvsradio Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/lernvsradio To download the KSHE95 app on App store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id519137732 To download the KSHE95 app on Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jacapps.kshe More Products To listen to more fantastic podcast episodes on mental health: https://anchor.fm/simplementalhealth To help the Simple Mental Health podcast connect with more people, shop at: https://www.simplementalhealth.me/

    56 min
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We speak with professionals, as well as those in the trenches...people who struggle with anxiety and depression and other mental health issues. And we break it down as simply as possible. Mental health is complicated... but I've learned that for some, living with it doesn't have to be. And a basic understanding doesn't have to be either. This is Simple Mental Health.

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  • Creator
    Jeff Allen
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Jeff Allen
  • Show Website
    Simple Mental Health

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