Description

In this deeply honest and moving episode, Jen sits down with Jaret Reddick, frontman of Bowling for Soup, for a conversation that hits on everything from mental health and midlife to fatherhood, therapy, and finding purpose through music.

Jaret opens up about his personal experience with depression, anxiety, divorce, and the pressure to always be “the funny guy”, and how sharing his story helped others find the courage to get help too. Together, Jen and Jaret talk about the stigma around men’s mental health, how partners can offer support, and why healing starts with talking about it.

From punk rock to personal growth, this conversation proves that vulnerability is strength — and that even rockstars are rewriting what it means to be okay.

🔑 Key Takeaways

• How Jaret Reddick learned to speak openly about mental health
• Why asking for help is an act of strength, not weakness
• What men wish women understood about emotional struggles
• How music can connect, comfort, and heal
• The importance of therapy, communication, and self-care in midlife
• The story behind Turbulence, There Is You, and Holdin’ On to That Hate

🧠 Favorite Quote

“Getting help isn’t showing weakness — it’s showing strength.” — Jaret Reddick

🌎 Resources & Mentions

• Punk Rock Saves Lives
  
• Amplified Minds (Formally Foundation 45)
  
• Tough Enough to Care (UK)
  
• BetterHelp
  
• Songs Mentioned:
  • Turbulence – Bowling for Soup
  • There Is You – Jaret Reddick
  • Holdin’ On to That Hate – Bowling for Soup

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