The Calmerry 15

Calmerry
  • 5.0 (5)
  • MENTAL HEALTH

Life throws curveballs, and sometimes we all need someone in our corner. Hosted by Lisa Sugarman, mental health advocate, founder of The HelpHUB™, author, 3x suicide loss survivor, and crisis counselor with the Trevor Project together with Gretchen Schoser, an award-winning podcast host and the founder of Schoser Talent and Wellness Solutions, The Calmerry 15 offers straight talk on issues that matter most: suicide prevention, relationships, stress, grief, LGBTQ+ mental health, and more. You'll get practical tools, expert insights, and stories from people who've been there. No therapy-speak, no endless rambling, just straight-up conversations to help you understand what you're going through, find ways to cope, and come out stronger.

Episodes

  1. Grieving Through the Holidays

    11/02/2025

    Grieving Through the Holidays

    The holidays can be a beautiful yet painful time, especially when you’re coping with loss. In this episode of The Calmerry 15, hosts Lisa Sugarman and Gretchen Schoeser open an honest dialogue about grief and mental health, reminding us that it’s okay not to feel okay. As part of Grief Awareness Month, they explore what it means to navigate holiday grief, create new traditions, and protect your emotional wellness. From learning how to deal with grief after losing a loved one to understanding the impact of secondary loss, Lisa and Gretchen share heartfelt stories and practical steps for healing. They also discuss how therapy and online mental health support can help process emotions, build resilience, and find moments of peace in difficult seasons. Whether you’re grieving someone close or supporting a friend through their loss, this 15-minute conversation offers compassion, community, and validation. Tune in to The Calmerry 15 — where real talk meets real healing.

    15 min
  2. Breaking the Silence: Destigmatizing Diagnosis

    10/02/2025

    Breaking the Silence: Destigmatizing Diagnosis

    In recognition of Mental Illness Awareness Week and World Mental Health Day, hosts Lisa Sugarman and Gretchen Schoser explore what it really means to receive a mental health diagnosisб and how to live well beyond the label. This episode unpacks common myths about mental illness, examines how language shapes identity, and offers guidance on navigating life after diagnosis with clarity and compassion. Key Takeaways: A diagnosis is a tool for healing, not a definition of who you are Challenging stigma begins with how we talk about mental health Living well with a diagnosis is not only possible. It's powerful Perfect for anyone seeking to understand mental health better, supporting a loved one, or finding their own path forward.

    14 min
  3. Hope in the Hard Stuff: Talking About Suicide with Compassion

    09/02/2025

    Hope in the Hard Stuff: Talking About Suicide with Compassion

    In the very first episode of The Calmerry 15, hosts Lisa Sugarman and Gretchen Schoeser open up an honest conversation about suicide during Suicide Prevention Month. In just 15 minutes, they explore how the words we choose can either add to stigma or create space for compassion and healing. Lisa and Gretchen share their own lived experiences and highlight why shifting our language from “committed suicide” to “died by suicide” matters. They also talk about how simply showing up, listening, and holding space can be life-changing for someone in crisis. This episode is a reminder that we don’t need to have perfect words to make a difference. We just need empathy, honesty, and presence. 🎧 Tune in and take 15 minutes for a conversation that helps break silence and build connection.

    16 min
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Life throws curveballs, and sometimes we all need someone in our corner. Hosted by Lisa Sugarman, mental health advocate, founder of The HelpHUB™, author, 3x suicide loss survivor, and crisis counselor with the Trevor Project together with Gretchen Schoser, an award-winning podcast host and the founder of Schoser Talent and Wellness Solutions, The Calmerry 15 offers straight talk on issues that matter most: suicide prevention, relationships, stress, grief, LGBTQ+ mental health, and more. You'll get practical tools, expert insights, and stories from people who've been there. No therapy-speak, no endless rambling, just straight-up conversations to help you understand what you're going through, find ways to cope, and come out stronger.

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