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Happiness Sold Separately What No One Tells You About Surviving the System | Maisy CyrWhat happens when the system built to “help” you is the same one holding you back?In this raw conversation, social worker Maisy Cyr goes unfiltered on the realities of self-advocacy, trauma-informed care, and the quiet battles people fight just to be heard. From the stigma around mental health to the way social media erodes self-worth, Maisy exposes the cracks we pretend not to see — and shares how empathy, community, and courage can change everything.

2025-08-0935 min

In Session Men’s Mental Health MonthIn this episode, we dive into the complexities of men’s mental health exploring what it means to create space for vulnerability and emotional expression, while also acknowledging how the perpetuation of toxic masculinity fuels a broader culture of violence, misogyny, and emotional suppression. We discuss how these systems harm everyone, including men themselves, and why healing must go hand-in-hand with accountability. This conversation challenges the idea that vulnerability and masculinity are at odds and calls on men to not only seek support, but to actively work to dismantle the systems that keep everyone oppressed. Ch...

2025-06-261h 06

In Session Let’s Get PoliticalWe are not afraid to "get political" on this podcast because politics impact so much of our daily lives, especially right now. If you want to learn more about sustainable farming, gardening, canning, and preserving, check out University of Maine Cooperative Extension If you want some help calling your senators and representatives to talk about issues that are important to you, check out 5calls.org. If you want to find a group in Maine to get involved with and find ways to have a hand in resistance effo...

2025-05-011h 09

In Session Biohack This: Why Jordan Hates Dating AppsJoin us for another session where we pick apart the why's and how's of relationships. We'll talk more about communication, how not to settle, and why dating apps are the actual worst. If you're in a relationship and need a little help having some hard conversations, check out some of the resources we mention below, and remember there's no harm in working with a licensed professional to navigate some of the tough stuff. Paired We're Not Really Strangers Official Gottman Decks

2025-02-071h 31

In Session Cavemen Ancestors and a Little More RizCommunication is not something we're really taught in school like math or history. It's something we're constantly trying to figure out as we go through life. Join us as we analyze better ways to communicate, unpack why confrontation is so freaking scary, and learn how to ask for what you need without feeling like a burden. Remember it's okay to work with a licensed professional to learn how to be a better communicator in all of your relationships, personal and professional.

2025-01-031h 20

In Session Surviving the Holidays -- Part 2Listen to Part 1 We know that for a lot of folks, this might actually not be the most wonderful time of the year. In fact, it can be really freakin' stressful, whether it's the pressure of going home for the holidays, dealing with your cousin and his conspiracy theories, the expectation of giving gifts you can't actually afford, or just generally struggling with your mental health during the dark, cold winter months. We get it. Join the jolliest bunch of assholes this side of the nuthouse in this two part holiday episode as we share t...

2024-12-0930 min

In Session Surviving the Holidays -- Part 1Listen to Part 2 We know that for a lot of folks, this might actually not be the most wonderful time of the year. In fact, it can be really freakin' stressful, whether it's the pressure of going home for the holidays, dealing with your cousin and his conspiracy theories, the expectation of giving gifts you can't actually afford, or just generally struggling with your mental health during the dark, cold winter months. We get it. Join the jolliest bunch of assholes this side of the nuthouse in this two part holiday episode as we share t...

2024-12-091h 03

In Session Social Media, Self Diagnosing, and SolidarityWell listeners, we are back and maybe better than ever? After some restructuring and re-evaluating, Jordan and Maisy are back in the game and ready to get into it. While our episodes may be less frequent, our hope is that they'll actually be more consistent. In this episode, we talk about how social media has created a rise in self diagnosing and the impact that can have on our sense of identity and wellbeing. We also share some insight into how to begin to connect with mental health resources, what to look for in a pro...

2024-10-0758 min

In Session Trauma Series Wrap Up (5/22)Welcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! In this episode of InSession, Shelby, Jordan, & Maisy revisit some of the topics explored throughout the trauma series. The trio touch on coping mechanisms, purpose, mindfulness, and generational trauma. Tune in to catch the wrap up of this series! **This podcast will frequently mention difficult topics related to m...

2023-05-2231 min

In Session Interview with Charles Huerth (5/8)Welcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! In this episode of InSession, Maisy, Jordan, & Shelby sit down with Charles Huerth to discuss some of his experiences working with teens and trauma. Charles is the executive director of the Augusta Teen Centre and a master’s level clinical intern. He shares the importance of destigmatizing mental health care among youth, how trauma ca...

2023-05-0843 min

In Session Introduction to TraumaWelcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! In this series, we aren't going to dive into specific traumatic experiences, but we will be talking about the impact of trauma, how it manifests for different people, and how counseling can be helpful in beginning to unpack personal trauma. In this episode, we introduce the idea of collective versus individual trauma an...

2023-04-2439 min

In Session Sex & Relationship Wrap UpWelcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! In this series, we're going to start unpacking some of the intricacies of sex and relationships, as well as sharing resources you can access as you navigate these topics in your own life. Resources: Maine Family Planning Planned Parenthood Besider.org Ask Roo

2023-03-1039 min

In Session Couples Therapy, Sex, and Intimacy: Interview with Terri ReiterWelcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! In this series, we're going to start unpacking some of the intricacies of sex and relationships, as well as sharing resources you can access as you navigate these topics in your own life. Terri Reiter is a certified counselor who works with couples and families and shares her experiences navigating relationship dynamics...

2023-01-3139 min

In Session Intro to Sex & RelationshipsWelcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! In this series, we're going to start unpacking some of the intricacies of sex and relationships, as well as sharing resources you can access as you navigate these topics in your own life. Resources: Maine Family Planning Planned Parenthood Besider.org Ask Roo

2023-01-2339 min

In Session Stress Wrap UpWelcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! In this series, we want to talk about STRESS! We've all felt it, especially around this time of year, and we want to help you deal with it. Listen to Shelby, Jordan, and Maisy start to unpack what it means to feel stressed, interview one of Maisy's former professors about toxic stress and the s...

2023-01-2322 min

In Session Toxic Stress and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: An Interview with Loren AndrewsWelcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! Continuing with our series on STRESS, we interview a former professor of Maisy's, a current adjunct faculty member, practicing psychologist, and school board, Loren Andrews. Andrews shares with us what happens when your body experiences prolonged exposure to stress and some ways to work through it. He also talks about the difference between toxic st...

2022-12-1945 min

In Session Stressed!Welcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! In this series, we want to talk about STRESS! We've all felt it, especially around this time of year, and we want to help you deal with it. Listen to Shelby, Jordan, and Maisy start to unpack what it means to feel stressed, interview one of Maisy's former professors about toxic stress and the s...

2022-12-0537 min

In Session What Your Therapist is Thinking (CW)Welcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! In the last episode of our Intro to Mental Health series, we dig a little deeper into what things look like from the clinician's side of the office. Maybe you're nervous to share your thoughts because you don't want your therapist to judge you. Maybe you're scared to be honest because you don't know...

2022-11-0841 min

The Fearless Knitter Episode 6 - Life is too ShortWelcome Everyone, Rest in Peace: Karrie Steinmetz (KnitPurlGurl) you will be greatly missed. Finished Objects Chelsea the Chatterbox Monster by Jenna Krupar, host of Retro Lemon Studios podcast, in Dancing Dog Dyeworks Waltz Worsted in the Maisy & Bella Colorway on size 3.5 mm needles. Works in Progress Basic Ribbed Socks by Kate Atherley in Plymouth Stiletto (no colorway) on size 2.25mm needles. Wedding Bouquet by Linda Cyr (Crafty Ever After, magazine) in Red Heart Soft on size 4.5 mm needles Crosswords at the Coffee Shop by Karrie Steinmetz in Fibranatura Aspen, Sunrise colorway...

2012-12-0300 min