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To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 607: "Suicide Loss, Sibling Grief, and Silencing Shame”The truth is that we lose someone to suicide every 45 seconds. It impacts every community on the planet. Suicide isn’t a bad word. We can and should talk about it because talking about it is how we quell stigma and silence the shame that has latched on to it for ages. Suicide has impacted and will impact so many. There are those we’ve lost to suicide, there are those who are thinking about suicide, there are those who attempt and survive, there are those who are grieving because of suicide, and there are those who are worried abou...
2023-09-191h 00
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 606: "The Woes of Using Fashion as a Mental Health Check”Whether it’s our own perceptions or what the media has designated, when it comes to fashion and clothing choices, we make quick assumptions based on what someone is wearing. All black? You must be emotional or depressed or troubled. Bright and light? You must be carefree and happy. We see people’s mental well-being placed into boxes based on what’s in their closets and on their bodies. At the same time, there’s also space for our fashion choices to express who we are and what we like. To help us address the woes of us...
2023-08-2946 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 605: "Therapy Deserts: What Are They? Where Are They? What Needs to Change?”The term “therapy desert” is relatively new. Or at least, many people are learning about it for the first time. Because while talking about and even going to therapy has become way less stigmatized over the course of the last three years, there are still places without the resources, necessary infrastructure (like internet access and public transportation), and even the language to be able to access it. Therapy costs money, a lot of money, but how can you address the financial barrier when there isn’t even a counselor within a 60-mile radius of where you live? And to put th...
2023-07-251h 02
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 604: "Body Dysmorphia in the Age of Filters + Celebrity Culture"Even before social media and influencers, celebrity culture has permeated our senses through magazines, billboards, advertisements, TV shows, and movies. We’re told what is and isn’t attractive or desired when it comes to the way we look on the outside. And now, with technology at our fingertips, with filters on nearly every image our eyes take in, and with products and routines that will supposedly transform us into the individual we’re admiring, it’s no wonder so many of us deal with dysmorphic thinking when it comes to our bodies. In addition to body dy...
2023-06-2053 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 603: “Counseling Isn’t Just Talk Therapy” with Art Therapist + Counselor Alyse RurianiMental Health Month is upon us and we’re in the midst of our Show Up For Yourself campaign which focuses on finding 20 minutes a day to care for things that relate to your heart, mind, body, and community. This can look like gentle movement, calling a friend, journaling, and deep breathing. While we’re putting an emphasis on small, accessible, and tangible ways that we can all show up for ourselves, there’s obviously a bigger avenue for us, if we have the resources, to tend to our mental well-being: Therapy. So that’s what we’re...
2023-05-2340 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 602: “Burnout + Boundaries”Burnout. You’ve probably heard the term over the course of the last few years in regard to work, the pandemic, and the general state of the world. According to Psychology Today, burnout is a state of emotional, mental, and often physical exhaustion brought on by prolonged or repeated stress. Though it’s most often caused by things at work, it can also appear in other areas of life, such as parenting, caretaking, or romantic relationships. At the core of burnout, is stress. Stress can manifest itself in many different ways and it does a number on the body, mind...
2023-04-2550 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 601: “Finding Your Normal: ADHD + Neurodiversity”Season six is officially upon us and we’re excited for a number of reasons. First, we’re going to have the joy of talking to more To Write Love folks and holding in-person conversations. Second, the topics we’re diving into might feel a bit more culturally relevant. We’ll get into the mental health assumptions made based on the way someone dresses, different types of counseling like art therapy or combining two forms into one, using bodies as fashion and how it hurts our well-being, and even the burnout being experienced by teachers, parents, and students alike.
2023-03-2856 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 513: “Getting Honest + Going to Therapy” with singer-songwriter Andy GrammerBeing vulnerable is no easy task. Sharing our pain and fears and struggles can make us feel exposed, weak, and susceptible to others’ criticisms. Add in our own personal stigmas against things like therapy and vulnerability, and getting honest ends up being one heck of a challenge. Today, we have the honor and pleasure of talking to singer-songwriter Andy Grammer about his experience with all of the above. Andy talks about the grief of losing his mother in 2009, but how caring for his own mental health didn’t enter his reality in a big way until 2020 due to the pand...
2022-10-0541 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 512: “Changing How We Talk About Suicide and Care For Our Friends and Ourselves” with Shelby RoweHow we talk about, approach, and care for suicide is a pretty big deal. Suicide is a tragic and intense topic, and it’s also a very real and human-centered topic. That’s why we want to explore the ways in which we can reframe and change how we address it in a more compassionate sense—and how we, on a person-to-person level, can care for ourselves, friends, and loved ones who might be thinking about or considering suicide. So today, we have the honor of hearing and learning from suicide prevention expert Shelby Rowe. Shelby will walk us throug...
2022-09-2052 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 511: “What Not To Say or Do When Someone Is Struggling With Suicide” with Deanna ZandtIn 2018, after Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain died by suicide, Deanna Zandt felt compelled to address the words of encouragement others were offering those in the midst of a mental struggle. That piece is titled “Why ‘you are loved’ & ‘please reach out’ are crappy things to post after someone has died by suicide” and it explores the way in which our words and actions can help or hurt someone struggling. In today’s episode, we’re honored to be joined by Deanna to explore her perspective and thoughts on how we can genuinely support and show up for someone who’s thinking a...
2022-09-0652 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 510: "Reframing Addiction From Problems to People" with Dr. Nzinga HarrisonJust say no. Drugs are whack. Recognize, Resist, Report. These phrases stem from programs and campaigns and political agendas that ultimately hurt the United States and its people. The Drug Abuse Resistance Education Program or DARE filled schools in the 90s—and while overall being deemed ineffective, it continues today asking youth to take pledges to stay away from drugs and gangs. Then there’s the failed and heavily criticized War on Drugs that began in the 70s but really took off in the 80s. With it came laws that criminalized drugs...
2022-07-2659 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 509: “Empathy and Eating Disorders” with Nōn Wels and therapist Corrie Van HorneEating Disorders are a human experience. They don’t play favorites or stick to a certain stereotype. They are often ways a person seeks out safety or control amidst a traumatic or trying time. And they rarely begin straight out of the gate as a diagnosable eating disorder and rather a coping mechanism through which disordered eating and an ultimately harmful relationship with food or body image take hold. Some recurring themes throughout today’s episode will be empathy and connection. To guide us through these conversations, we have two guests joining us. The first is Nō...
2022-07-121h 02
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 508: “Extroverts and Introverts Talk Mental Health” with Jessica McAuley and Bianca MujicaMaybe you look forward to the solitude that comes after a long day of work or spending the weekends in nature with your dog. Maybe you find energy and comfort in game nights with friends or love the opportunity to meet new people. Or, perhaps you find yourself best suited somewhere in the middle—reading books in the company of a loved one. But how do those varying preferences, those gages for recharging and feeling restored and rejuvenated, affect our mental health? Are they connected? Do they share the same space? We’re curious to find out, so on this...
2022-06-2843 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 507: "Borderline Personality Disorder: Seeking the Gray" with Genevieve Jacobs and counselor Patrick Miranda Borderline Personality Disorder. It has been deemed a heavy diagnosis. One that has been linked to characteristics such as manipulative, self-destructive, unstable, selfish, and untreatable. It is described as involving patterns of wavering interpersonal relationships, a distorted sense of self, and emotional reactions that are characterized as intense. In this episode, we’re going to confront some truly harmful labels, reiterate that this diagnosis, contrary to popular belief, is indeed treatable, and note that amidst the black and white thinking, there is a middle space of gray to be found and known. To help us tackle all of th...
2022-06-1455 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 506: “The Importance of Rest & Why We’re Taking a Mid-Season Break”In today’s episode, through a question and answer session, we dive into the topic of rest. Rest in the form of actual sleep, rest from our jobs, from school, from social interactions, and rest, even from the work that our healing and recovery requires of us. In a heavily digitized world, we are often expected and asked to be engaged—or at least available—at all times. But as human beings who get tired and drained, being “always on” and “always accessible” is an expectation we can’t and shouldn’t meet. It’s honestly something we...
2022-05-0333 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 505: “Mindfulness, The Present Moment, and Non-Judgment” with Tianna SotoMindfulness. It’s become a bit of a buzzword. But boiling it down to a single word does it a bit of disservice. Mindfulness can take the shape of various forms of meditation, yoga practices, immersing ourselves in nature, noticing our breath, or tapping into our senses. But how does mindfulness, and all the avenues it involves, intersect with mental health? How can our awareness of the present moment, of a tangible aspect of reality change or improve our inner world? To help us explore and understand this, we’re going to be joined b...
2022-04-1945 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 504: “Delay, Slow, and OCD” with therapist Sara GalagloCandance wrote, “Parts of my brain continually struggle for power while others retreat completely. But no matter what’s been taken—time, control, hope for the future—it’s never too late to start anew.” Bianca said, “Every day I learn new things about how my OCD manifests, and I am figuring out in real-time what that means for my relationships, health, and job.” And Kirsten shared, “OCD, contrary to popular belief, is not tidy or clean. It’s messy. Exhausting. Loud.” These words come from personal experiences with OCD. Stories we’ve had th...
2022-04-0545 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 503: “Mental Health in Motherhood” with Ceara Pertain and counselor Leighya RichardThe topic of this episode is rather specific. It’s something we haven’t addressed on the podcast until now and have only briefly explored elsewhere. It’s something that carries a heavy stigma and the weight of expectation. It’s something that impacts 20% of people who are pregnant or give birth. We’re talking about perinatal—that’s before, during, and after pregnancy—mood and anxiety disorders that include depression, irritability, and heightened anxiety. To help us paint a picture of what these struggles can look like, we’ll be talking to Ceara Pertain, who will not only sh...
2022-03-2251 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 502: “Being a Safe Space For Someone Who Self-Injures” with counselor Michelle MooreSelf-injury appears in the TWLOHA mission statement. It’s something we work to destigmatize and to present hope and healing for those who struggle with it. But in today’s episode, we’re talking about what it means to be the parent, friend, partner, or loved one of someone who engages in non-suicidal self-injurious behaviors. What so many people need is a safe space to share without judgment and to explore their options when it comes to professional care. To help us navigate and understand how to be safe spaces, we’re joined by counselor Michelle M...
2022-03-0850 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 501: “Grief: What’s Loved, Lost, and Left” with Vivian Nuñez, Megan Fernandes, and LMFT Eric AdamsIn the premiere episode of season five, we’re addressing the topic of grief. Contrary to popular belief, grief comes in many forms, it impacts people in varying ways, and it does not have to stem from the loss of a loved one. Grief is the thing that we feel and experience in the absence of something or someone we love—a pet, a relationship, a parent, a job, a home. To help us explore, identify, and even learn how to navigate grief through creativity, we’ll be joined by content creator Vivian Nuñez, reporter Megan Fernandes, and therapi...
2022-02-221h 07
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 416: “Suicide Attempt: Moving Forward With Hope” with Author Bill KonigsbergIn the final episode of season four and to close out the Another Day With You campaign, we talk to someone who attempted suicide at the age of 27 and went on to write a book inspired by his own experience. That person is author Bill Konigsberg and that book is The Bridge. In our conversation, you’ll hear about Bill’s chronic, untreated depression which led to an attempt, and how writing the book became a way to dispel the lies his brain was telling him while encouraging readers to realize how valuable and interwoven their lives truly are.
2021-09-2138 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 415: “Suicide Prevention: Why Do You Stay Another Day?”When the pandemic altered nearly every part of daily life, we wondered what it would mean for those struggling, for those currently fighting to stay alive. A mental health crisis already existed and the pandemic only made it more glaringly obvious. The collective trauma and loss nearly doubled the number of people having thoughts of suicide and experiencing depression compared to previous years. One bright spot, a moment of tragic optimism, is that this shared experience made talking about mental health almost a normal part of everyday life. We were surprised to see moments where t...
2021-09-0716 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 414: “Suicide Loss: Remembering How They Lived” with Carrie ThompsonWhen the pandemic altered nearly every part of daily life, we wondered what it would mean for those struggling, for those currently fighting to stay alive. A mental health crisis already existed and the pandemic only made it more glaringly obvious. The collective trauma and loss nearly doubled the number of people having thoughts of suicide and experiencing depression compared to previous years. One bright spot, a moment of tragic optimism, is that this shared experience made talking about mental health almost a normal part of everyday life. We were surprised to see moments where t...
2021-08-2443 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 413: “Suicidal Ideation: A Passive Wish To No Longer Exist” with Ashley HolstromWhen the pandemic altered nearly every part of daily life, we wondered what it would mean for those struggling, for those currently fighting to stay alive. A mental health crisis already existed and the pandemic only made it more glaringly obvious. The collective trauma and loss nearly doubled the number of people having thoughts of suicide and experiencing depression compared to previous years. One bright spot, a moment of tragic optimism, is that this shared experience made talking about mental health almost a normal part of everyday life. We were surprised to see moments where t...
2021-08-1035 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 412: “On Self-Awareness, Representation, & Defying Stigma” with Ricky Neal (from Crisis Text Line)July is BIPOC Mental Health Month in the US. It exists to “bring awareness to the unique struggles that underrepresented groups face regarding mental illness” in this country. While mental health challenges impact humans regardless of race, body size, sexual orientation, gender, socioeconomic status, and so on, we also recognize that racism, colonization, police brutality, and white supremacy—among other things—are events and harsh realities that affect BIPOC in a significant way that can not and should not be ignored or dismissed. In this episode, to help us lean into those things, we’re joined by Ri...
2021-07-2029 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 411: “Decolonizing Therapy and Healing” with Therapist Gabes TorresJuly is BIPOC Mental Health Month in the US. It exists to “bring awareness to the unique struggles that underrepresented groups face regarding mental illness” in this country. While mental health challenges impact humans regardless of race, body size, sexual orientation, gender, socioeconomic status, and so on, we also recognize that racism, colonization, police brutality, and white supremacy—among other things—are events and harsh realities that affect BIPOC in a significant way that can not and should not be ignored or dismissed. To help us shed a light on this and to learn, grow, and expand...
2021-07-0658 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 410: “Affirming LGBTQ+ Experience and Existence” with Dr. Amy Green (from The Trevor Project) & Author Jessica StraitResearch shows that the LGBTQ+ community is almost three times more likely than others to experience a mental health condition such as major depression or generalized anxiety disorder. And, LGBTQ+ youth are four times more likely to attempt suicide, experience suicidal thoughts or engage in self-harm than heterosexual and cis-gendered people. This is not due to their sexual orientation or gender identity but oftentimes from outside factors such as a non-affirming home environment, a volatile political climate, and the lack of freedom and space to be true to who they are. Today, in honor and ce...
2021-06-081h 02
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 409: “Black & White Miniseries – Nothing Can Take Away How Far You’ve Come”May is Mental Health Month in the US. This month is a chance for us to continue combating the stigma that keeps far too many silent. It’s a chance for us to tell and to highlight stories of lesser-known challenges. It’s a chance to declare a few statements we believe to be Black and White. In the third and final episode of the Black & White Miniseries, host Chad Moses and TWLOHA’s Community Care Coordinator Bianca Mujica discuss the statement: “Nothing can take away how far you’ve come,” which also serves as the focal poi...
2021-05-2534 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 408: “Black & White Miniseries – I Am Not Broken. Who I Am Is Whole.”May is Mental Health Month in the US. This month is a chance for us to continue combating the stigma that keeps far too many silent. It’s a chance for us to tell and to highlight stories of lesser-known challenges. It’s a chance to declare a few statements we believe to be Black and White. In the second episode of the Black & White Miniseries, host Chad Moses and TWLOHA Editor Becky Ebert explore the statement: “I am not broken. Who I am is whole.” Together, they talk about what it means to practice grace and...
2021-05-1842 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 407: “Black & White Miniseries – Stop Apologizing For Existing”For the last four years, TWLOHA’s Black and White campaign has happened every May. Why May? Well, May is Mental Health Month in the US. This month is a chance for us to continue combating the stigma that keeps far too many silent. It’s a chance for us to tell and to highlight stories of lesser-known challenges. It’s a chance to declare a few statements we believe to be Black and White when it comes to you and your mental health. In the first episode of this year’s Black & White miniseries, host Chad...
2021-05-1134 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 406: "Counselors Seeking Counseling” with LMHC Stephan Monteserín & Dr. Emily BurchOn this episode of the TWLOHA Podcast, we’re exploring the theme of normalizing mental health professionals both giving and receiving help. Counselors, therapists, psychologists—they’re often a saving grace for many. They provide wisdom and guidance and a safe space for us to lay bare our struggles. But beneath the titles, the offices, the knowledge, and the compassion, mental health professionals are also people. And we believe all people can benefit from things like counseling—but sometimes counselors are faced with a shameful stigma that says they shouldn’t need assistance with the hardships they’re trained to decipher...
2021-04-1359 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 405: "TWLOHA Turns 15: How It Started, How It’s Going”On this special episode of the TWLOHA Podcast, we’re celebrating 15 years of hope and help on the organization’s birthday—along with the upcoming release of our daily-use self-care app called The Hopeful! In the first half, founder Jamie Tworkowski discusses the movement’s unexpected inception and shares some of his favorite memories, and TWLOHA’s first-ever social media coordinator Chris Youngblood talks about managing an overflowing inbox and a Myspace account all those years ago from his T-Mobile Sidekick. And in the second half of the episode, you’ll hear from two current team members—Katie Mumper and Bianca Muj...
2021-03-301h 17
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 404: "Bipolar Disorder: The Space Between Diagnosis and Identity”On this episode of the TWLOHA Podcast, we’re discussing Bipolar Disorder, a mental health experience that by no means receives as much airtime or attention as others tend to. And yet, it's something so many people deal with day in and day out, it’s something we know is relevant to so many of you. Bipolar Disorder is a chronic illness—meaning it has no cure. That being said, this illness is not immune to treatment. Through personalized care, Bipolar Disorder can be managed. You can live with it. And to help us showcase what living with i...
2021-03-161h 26
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 403: "Self-Injury: Shrouded By Shame”In this episode of the TWLOHA podcast, we’re discussing self-injury. It is perhaps one of the least talked about mental health challenges. You might be wondering why that is, and we think the reason can be wrapped up into a single word: stigma. While conversations about mental health have progressed a great deal over the course of the last few years, self-injury remains shrouded by shame. According to research, anywhere between 14 to 24 percent of young adults have self-injured before, and it is often used as a coping mechanism to help someone process and deal with the int...
2021-03-021h 27
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 402: "Eating Disorders: What We Don’t Talk About Is Killing Us”Eating disorders are a leading cause of death when it comes to mental illnesses, only second to opioid overdose. Nearly 30 million people in the U.S. will experience an eating disorder in their lifetime. They can and do affect people of every age, sexuality, gender identity, race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic group, and with proper professional care and awareness, they are treatable. In this episode, we’re joined by a few guests, including Johanna Kandel, the founder of The Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness. Together we talk about the varying types of eating disorders, the most common ways they present, an...
2021-02-161h 14
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 401: "Relapse, Recovery, and Resolutions"The calendar ending and beginning anew represents a clean slate of sorts. While there is value in the hopefulness of setting resolutions, we want to talk about the complicated reality of how resolutions impact relapse and recovery when it comes to alcohol abuse, addiction, and even self-injury. In the premiere episode of season four, host Chad Moses is joined by LMHC Michelle Moore and mental health advocate Donaven Smith to talk about how these mental health experiences are impacted by the all-or-nothing thinking that’s inspired by the start of a new year. Show Notes (Lin...
2021-02-021h 06
To Write Love on Her ArmsTWLOHA Recommended Listening: Last Day from Lemonada MediaOn today’s episode we’ll be sharing some recommended listening from our friends at Lemonada Media. We’re inviting you to take a listen to the first episode of Season 2 of the Last Day podcast. “We open Season 2 of Last Day with a tale of two Kevins. One is Sergeant Kevin Briggs, also known as the guardian of the Golden Gate Bridge. The other is Kevin Berthia, an Oakland native who drove to that bridge on March 11, 2005 with the intent of ending his life. This week, we tell the larger story behind a moment of intervention — what led up...
2020-11-1224 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 313: “World Mental Health Day: We Will Face This Together”In the final episode of Season 3, we honor World Mental Health Day (October 10) by talking with people from five different countries across the globe about the ways in which mental health plays a role in everyone’s lives no matter where they live. From New Zealand to India and the UK, we reflect on the progress made and the work that still needs to be done when it comes to mental health. And we learn about how stigma continues to impact this conversation in varying cultures and how access to professional help depends on far too many factors in mo...
2020-10-0834 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 312: "Gretchen Powers - On Mountains, Mental Health, and Metaphors”In this episode, we hear from photographer and outdoor adventure enthusiast, Gretchen Powers. At the start of her journey with mental health, Gretchen believed that staying active and spending time outside were the keys to maintaining her well-being. But after years of battling waves of depression and anxiety, she found that her toolkit was missing some important things. Through trial and error and self-discovery, Gretchen talks with host Chad Moses about the ways in which she has allowed herself to find healing despite the shame that she has felt along the way. Download a transcript of...
2020-09-1549 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 311: "Said The Sky and Olivver The Kid - Worth Living For"In this special episode, host Chad Moses is joined by artists Trevor Christensen (Said The Sky) and Bryan Sammis (Olivver The Kid) to premiere a brand new song in honor of the #WorthLivingFor campaign. Following the premiere, Trevor and Bryan stick around to talk about the ways in which music has brought purpose and heartfelt connection into their lives and how they’ve both realized that the small moments in life are the ones that often mean the most. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Find out how you...
2020-09-0845 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 310: "Jamie Agresta: Dealing With Thoughts of Suicide and Finding Purpose"In this episode, host Chad Moses is joined by writer and mental health advocate Jamie Agresta to continue the #WorthLivingFor conversation. Together, they explore the topic of suicidal ideation and finding purpose even in the heavy moments. Jamie speaks candidly about her firsthand experience with suicidal ideation, where she’s found hope along the way, and what she would say to someone who finds themselves in the dark headspace of struggling with intrusive thoughts. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Find out how you can be part of the...
2020-09-0132 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 309: "Barriers to Help With Denny Kolsch, LMHC"In this episode, TWLOHA Director of Outreach Chad Moses and Licensed Mental Health Counselor Denny Kolsch continue the #WorthLivingFor conversation by teaming up to address your questions about mental healthcare, how we can make resources more accessible, and the process of finding a counselor that’s the best match for you. Far too often, when people seek out professional help, they’re met with hurdles and challenges like affordability, geographical access, privacy and safety, and even not knowing what’s available to them. By understanding and identifying what stands in the way of people getting the help they need and de...
2020-08-2544 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 308: "Steve Nguyen: Losing Someone to Suicide"In this episode, host Chad Moses is joined by animator, illustrator, and mental health advocate Steve Nguyen to talk about being a survivor of suicide loss and the #WorthLivingFor campaign. Steve opens up about losing both his significant other and a friend just days apart while in college and how he faced processing anger, guilt, and the questions that often follow such heartbreaking loss. Steve also discusses how working with a counselor and time has helped him find peace and hope. His story is a reminder that the small things and even the unexpectedly beautiful things are worth living...
2020-08-1839 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 307: "Jessica Morris: Fear Is a Liar"In this episode, we wrap up our storytelling series on the podcast with the help of published author Jessica Morris. Through sharing her experience with depression and anxiety, Jessica explores the fear of not being worthy and how she found the courage to live in the present moment. And later in the episode, Jessica is joined by host Chad Moses to discuss the delicate balance of living for today while still honoring the chapters of our stories where we’re simply trying to survive. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast....
2020-07-2825 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 306: "Alicia Gillman: Dear Anxiety"In this episode, we continue our new series on the podcast that focuses on the power of storytelling with the help of authors who originally had their stories published on the TWLOHA blog. Today, we’re hearing from and talking to Alicia Gillman about her experience living with Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and the ways in which they’ve impacted her life on a day-to-day basis. Alicia shares a story so many of us can relate to when it comes to intrusive thoughts, and reminds us to never let our mental health struggles define who we are...
2020-07-2116 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 305: "Elizabeth Wilder: Depression Comes in Waves"In this episode, we continue our new series on the podcast that focuses on the power of storytelling with the help of authors who originally had their stories published on the TWLOHA blog. Today, we’re hearing from Elizabeth Wilder, a member of the TWLOHA staff, who shares a vivid snapshot into her experience with the ebbs and flows of depression. Later in the episode, she and host Chad Moses talk about finding the courage to confide in a friend when you’re struggling and choosing to put your mental well-being first even when your depression argues otherwise.
2020-07-1420 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 304: Bianca Mujica: My Value is Not Based on NumbersIn this episode, we kick off a new series on the podcast that focuses on the power of storytelling with the help of authors who originally had their stories published on the TWLOHA blog. Today, we’re hearing from Bianca Mujica, who talks about her journey with disordered eating. In the second half of the episode, she and host Lindsay Kolsch discuss the impact of societal beauty standards, how eating disorders are oftentimes not recognized as a mental illness, and the important role counseling played in Bianca’s recovery. Download a transcript of this episode at www...
2020-06-3025 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsListening to Black Voices: A Conversation with EbonyJanice MooreIn this episode, we listen to and hear from EbonyJanice Moore, a womanist scholar, author, activist, and the founder of Black Girl Mixtape—a platform that creates sacred space to celebrate the voices and wisdom of Black women. She talks about the importance of honoring her rage while cultivating joy and making space for rest, and the ways in which those with privilege can show up for people of color during this call for social change and justice. She also shares her personal journey with healing and her belief that “everybody needs therapy.” Download a transcr...
2020-06-231h 31
To Write Love on Her ArmsListening to Black Voices: A Conversation with Krys Marshall and Joél LeonIn this episode, we listen to and hear from Krys Marshall, an actress currently starring in the AppleTV+ show For All Mankind, and author, artist, and girl dad Joél Leon. They talk about their experiences with systemic racism, their mental health journeys, and the barriers Black communities face when seeking help. They also share their hopes for social change in the midst of injustice across the US and offer advice to those struggling. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: ht...
2020-06-161h 14
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode BW04: “No One Else Can Play Your Part” - A Conversation With Levi The PoetIn the fourth and final episode of this year’s Black and White Miniseries, TWLOHA's Director of Outreach Chad Moses is joined by artist and long-time friend Levi The Poet. Together they explore the last statement of the campaign: “No One Else Can Play Your Part” and talk about how oftentimes they find themselves believing these words for others while struggling to believe it for themselves. Levi also explains how creativity, community, and the idea of resonance helps him to understand this truth. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow...
2020-05-2653 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode BW03: “Hope Remains” - A Conversation With Renee YoheIn the third episode of this year’s Black and White Miniseries, TWLOHA's Director of Outreach Chad Moses discusses the “Hope remains” statement with the help of a friend and very special guest, Renee Yohe, who inspired the original TWLOHA story and movement. Renee talks about the many shapes hope has taken in her life over the years and where she is now in her mental health journey. She also shares how 14 years ago, she found the courage to reach out when all seemed lost. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast...
2020-05-1940 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode BW02: “We Need Your Presence, Not Your Perfection” - A Conversation With Tianna SotoIn the second episode of this year’s Black and White Miniseries, TWLOHA's Director of Outreach Chad Moses explores the “We need your presence, not your perfection” statement with the help of writer, wellness educator, and former TWLOHA intern, Tianna Soto. Together they talk about finding your identity beyond titles and status, and a common experience known as “Duck Syndrome.” As a certified yoga and mindfulness instructor, Tianna also guides listeners through a brief meditation that encourages stillness and body awareness. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on so...
2020-05-1246 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode BW01: Black And WhiteIn the launch episode of this year’s Black and White Miniseries, TWLOHA's Director of Outreach Chad Moses reveals the three statements behind the campaign with the help of some special voices. He also talks with TWLOHA Editor Becky Ebert, and together they explore the purpose and importance of the campaign in honor of Mental Health Month, and how it relates to this season of life across the globe.
2020-05-0528 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode BW01: Black And WhiteIn the launch episode of this year’s Black and White Miniseries, TWLOHA's Director of Outreach Chad Moses reveals the three statements behind the campaign with the help of some special voices. He also talks with TWLOHA Editor Becky Ebert, and together they explore the purpose and importance of the campaign in honor of Mental Health Month, and how it relates to this season of life across the globe. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA h...
2020-05-0528 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 302: Chris Heuertz: Making Room for Grief, Gratitude, and MindfulnessIn this episode, TWLOHA's Director of Outreach Chad Moses chats with long-time humanitarian and TWLOHA board member Chris Heuertz. Together they explore the themes of grief, gratitude, and mindfulness, and how to make room for those emotions and practices when facing a global crisis.
2020-04-2835 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 301: Counselor Aaron Moore: Coping With Anxiety and Isolation in a PandemicIn the premiere episode of Season 3, TWLOHA's Director of Outreach Chad Moses talks with Aaron Moore, a licensed mental health counselor, about coping and caring for ourselves in the midst of a global pandemic. They discuss things like anxiety, trauma, grief, and how to navigate physical distancing and social isolation.
2020-04-2147 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 301: Counselor Aaron Moore: Coping With Anxiety and Isolation in a PandemicIn the premiere episode of Season 3, TWLOHA's Director of Outreach Chad Moses talks with Aaron Moore, a licensed mental health counselor, about coping and caring for ourselves in the midst of a global pandemic. They discuss things like anxiety, trauma, grief, and how to navigate physical distancing and social isolation. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagram.com/twloha/ https://www.facebook.com/towriteloveonherarms/ Visit our FIND HELP p...
2020-04-2147 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsBonus Episode: Noah Gundersen: On Showing Up, Therapy, and Being VulnerableIn this episode, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski talks with musician Noah Gundersen about what it means to be vulnerable on and off stage, how he learned to stop trying to justify his mental health experience, and why sometimes simply showing up is the best thing you can do for people struggling.
Noah's newest album "Lover" is out now and he is currently on tour, where TWLOHA joined him for several shows in both the US and the UK.
Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast
2020-02-0645 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsBonus Episode: Noah Gundersen: On Showing Up, Therapy, and Being VulnerableIn this episode, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski talks with musician Noah Gundersen about what it means to be vulnerable on and off stage, how he learned to stop trying to justify his mental health experience, and why sometimes simply showing up is the best thing you can do for people struggling. Noah's newest album "Lover" is out now and he is currently on tour, where TWLOHA joined him for several shows in both the US and the UK. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast Follow TWLOHA on social...
2020-02-0645 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsBonus: #WelcomeToMidnightAs we say goodbye to 2019, we want to pause and reflect on all of the moments that brought us here— the heavy and the light. We have a tradition here at TWLOHA called #WelcomeToMidnight. It began in 2011 as a blog by Jamie Tworkowsk and each year we return to those words and the conversation online. This year, we’re bringing #WelcomeToMidnight to the podcast. Huge thanks to the supporters you’ll hear on this bonus episode: Jamie Tworkowski Katelyn Chambers Harry Allen Katie Mumper Brydee Palmer Madelei...
2019-12-3005 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsBonus: #WelcomeToMidnightAs we say goodbye to 2019, we want to pause and reflect on all of the moments that brought us here— the heavy and the light. We have a tradition here at TWLOHA called #WelcomeToMidnight. It began in 2011 as a blog by Jamie Tworkowsk and each year we return to those words and the conversation online. This year, we’re bringing #WelcomeToMidnight to the podcast.
2019-12-3005 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 212: Crisis Text Line CEO Nancy Lublin: There Are So Many Ways Out And UpIn this episode, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski speaks to Nancy Lublin, the founder and CEO of Crisis Text Line. In this interview, Nancy talks about why she started Crisis Text Line, what it means to move someone from a hot moment to a cool calm, why their crisis counselors are empathy MVPs, and what the data has shown about things like self-harm and sleep problems, and more.
2019-12-2445 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsBackstage Conversations At Live. Life. Love. With Jon Bellion, lovelytheband, Chelsea Cutler, And MoreFor the past few years, the amazing team at 107.5 The River has hosted a benefit concert in Nashville called Live. Life. Love. The event started with the goal to create meaningful conversations about mental health and suicide prevention in their community and also to help raise funds for To Write Love on Her Arms. The event returned this year in a big and surprising way. The line-up included incredible performers like Grammy-nominated artist Lizzo, Jon Bellion, Louis Tomlinson, lovelytheband, and Chelsea Cutler. They were also joined by some of Nashville’s up-and-coming artists like Leah Sykes, Bailey Bryan, and Sc...
2019-12-1722 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 210: There Is Light At The End Of The Tunnel - Jenna LilleyIn this episode, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski speaks with Jenna Lilley, a former college athlete and recently retired member of the Chicago Bandits. Jenna opens up about her experience living with anxiety, depression, OCD, how she eventually found help, and why she thinks it’s important to speak out about mental health issues. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagram.com/twloha/ https://www.facebook.com/towriteloveonherarms/ Visit our FIND HELP...
2019-12-1032 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 210: There Is Light At The End Of The Tunnel - Jenna LilleyIn this episode, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski speaks with Jenna Lilley, a former college athlete and recently retired member of the Chicago Bandits. Jenna opens up about her experience living with anxiety, depression, OCD, how she eventually found help, and why she thinks it’s important to speak out about mental health issues.
2019-12-1032 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 209: “Your Support Mattered in 2019"In this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch and guest Chad Moses share exciting updates about TWLOHA’s impact in 2019 and how this conversation reached new communities thanks to the support of people like you. They also talk about how you can bring the movement of hope and help into 2020 and on #GivingTuesday (December 3), a global day of generosity. To make a gift to TWLOHA, visit https://www.twloha.com/donate/. To donate to our #GivingTuesday Fundraiser through Facebook, go here. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOH...
2019-12-0539 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 209: “Your Support Mattered in 2019"In this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch and guest Chad Moses share exciting updates about TWLOHA’s impact in 2019 and how this conversation reached new communities thanks to the support of people like you. They also talk about how you can bring the movement of hope and help into 2020 and on #GivingTuesday (December 3), a global day of generosity.
2019-12-0539 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 208: “Mental Health & The Holidays: It’s Okay to Feel Something Other Than Joy”In this episode, host Lindsay Kolsh and guest Chad Moses address the topics and issues supporters submitted when it comes to addressing mental health and the holiday season. They tackle themes like boundaries, grief, trauma, eating disorders, and Seasonal Affective Disorder, and talk about how to care for your mental health around this time of year. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagram.com/twloha/ https://www.facebook.com/towriteloveonherarms/ ...
2019-11-2651 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 207: Surviving Suicide Loss - This Is Hell But There Is Hope AheadIn this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch speaks to Kaitlyn Partin, a former TWLOHA employee who lost her best friend to suicide. They talk about Kaitlyn’s experience supporting her friend through her struggles, what she learned through grief counseling after her friend’s death, and what she would say to someone who lost a loved one to suicide.
2019-11-191h 03
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 207: Surviving Suicide Loss - This Is Hell But There Is Hope AheadIn this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch speaks to Kaitlyn Partin, a former TWLOHA employee who lost her best friend to suicide. They talk about Kaitlyn’s experience supporting her friend through her struggles, what she learned through grief counseling after her friend’s death, and what she would say to someone who lost a loved one to suicide. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagram.com/twloha/ https://www.facebook.com/towriteloveonherarms/
2019-11-191h 03
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 206: Self-Injury: Healing Is A Constant Commitment To YourselfIn this episode, we talk with Chad Moses and Sierra DeMulder about their experience with self-injury. They talk about what led them to self-injury, how they found healthy ways to cope with their internal distress, and what they wish they’d known when they were struggling. We also talked with licensed mental health counselor Michelle Moore about the harmful stigma surrounding self-injury and what we should say to support the people in our lives who may be struggling with it. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social medi...
2019-11-111h 20
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 205: Special Live Recording - World Suicide Prevention DayOn World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10), TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski and licensed mental health counselor and Peace Club founder Denny Kolsch joined host Lindsay Kolsch for a special live recording. They talked about how people were sharing the You Make Today Better campaign in their community, answered supporter questions, and dispelled some of the myths and stigma around suicide and what we can do to prevent it.
2019-09-121h 24
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 205: Special Live Recording - World Suicide Prevention DayOn World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10), TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski and licensed mental health counselor and Peace Club founder Denny Kolsch joined host Lindsay Kolsch for a special live recording. They talked about how people were sharing the You Make Today Better campaign in their community, answered supporter questions, and dispelled some of the myths and stigma around suicide and what we can do to prevent it. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagram...
2019-09-121h 24
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 204: Remember The Mountains And Valleys That Brought You Here - Morgan Harper NicholsIn this episode, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski interviews writer and artist Morgan Harper Nichols about her experience with depression. Morgan opens up about what her struggles looked like, how she takes care of herself while also providing support and hope to her social media followers, and what encourages her to keep going.
2019-09-0356 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 204: Remember The Mountains And Valleys That Brought You Here - Morgan Harper NicholsIn this episode, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski interviews writer and artist Morgan Harper Nichols about her experience with depression. Morgan opens up about what her struggles looked like, how she takes care of herself while also providing support and hope to her social media followers, and what encourages her to keep going. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagram.com/twloha/ https://www.facebook.com/towriteloveonherarms/ Visit our FIND HELP pag...
2019-09-0356 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsQ&A - Asking For Help, Going To Counseling, And How To Support The People You LoveIn this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch talks with TWLOHA staff member Chad Moses and licensed mental health counselor Stephan Monteserin. Earlier this year we asked our Instagram followers for questions they had about mental health. In this Q&A session, we covered topics like how to ask for help, what to expect when you start counseling, talking to your family about mental health, and how to support a friend or loved one who is struggling.
2019-08-271h 10
To Write Love on Her ArmsQ&A - Asking For Help, Going To Counseling, And How To Support The People You LoveIn this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch talks with TWLOHA staff member Chad Moses and licensed mental health counselor Stephan Monteserin. Earlier this year we asked our Instagram followers for questions they had about mental health. In this Q&A session, we covered topics like how to ask for help, what to expect when you start counseling, talking to your family about mental health, and how to support a friend or loved one who is struggling. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://t...
2019-08-271h 11
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 202: Depression - Life Can Still Happen Even In The Darkest PlacesIn this episode, we talk with Morgan Harper Nichols, Whitney Wilson, and Stephan Monteserin about their experience living with depression. They talk about the early days when they were first struggling, how they found help, and what gives them hope today. We also talked to licensed mental health counselor Aaron Moore about the stigma surrounding depression and why it’s so important to ignore those lies and get the help you deserve. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA...
2019-08-201h 28
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 201: You Make Today Better - WSPD Campaign Launch with Jamie TworkowskiIn the first episode of Season 2, host Lindsay Kolsch talks to TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski about the newly launched You Make Today Better campaign in honor of World Suicide Prevention Day. They discuss the significance behind this year’s slogan, You Make Today Better, how you can bring this message to your community, and why we should all push back against the lie that says there’s nothing we can do to prevent suicide.
2019-08-1347 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 201: You Make Today Better - WSPD Campaign Launch with Jamie TworkowskiIn the first episode of Season 2, host Lindsay Kolsch talks to TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski about the newly launched You Make Today Better campaign in honor of World Suicide Prevention Day. They discuss the significance behind this year’s slogan, You Make Today Better, how you can bring this message to your community, and why we should all push back against the lie that says there’s nothing we can do to prevent suicide. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/T...
2019-08-1347 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsBlack and White Episode 4: We Need You HereDuring the month of May, we're releasing a miniseries featuring conversations centered around statements we believe are Black and White. In this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch and TWLOHA team member Chad Moses talk about “We Need You Here.” Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagram.com/twloha/ https://www.facebook.com/towriteloveonherarms/ Visit our FIND HELP page of mental heal...
2019-05-2230 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsBlack and White Episode 4: We Need You HereDuring the month of May, we're releasing a miniseries featuring conversations centered around statements we believe are Black and White. In this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch and TWLOHA team member Chad Moses talk about “We Need You Here.”
2019-05-2230 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsBlack and White Episode 3: Your Story Is ImportantDuring the month of May, we're releasing a miniseries featuring conversations centered around statements we believe are Black and White. In this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch and TWLOHA team member Chad Moses talk about “Your Story Is Important.” Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagram.com/twloha/ https://www.facebook.com/towriteloveonherarms/ Visit our FIND HELP page of mental heal...
2019-05-1531 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsBlack and White Episode 3: Your Story Is ImportantDuring the month of May, we're releasing a miniseries featuring conversations centered around statements we believe are Black and White. In this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch and TWLOHA team member Chad Moses talk about “Your Story Is Important.”
2019-05-1531 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsBlack and White Episode 2: It Is OK To Ask For HelpDuring the month of May, we're releasing a miniseries featuring conversations centered around statements we believe are Black and White. In this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch and TWLOHA team member Chad Moses talk about “It Is OK To Ask For Help.”
2019-05-0825 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsBlack and White Episode 2: It Is OK To Ask For HelpDuring the month of May, we're releasing a miniseries featuring conversations centered around statements we believe are Black and White. In this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch and TWLOHA team member Chad Moses talk about “It Is OK To Ask For Help.” Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagram.com/twloha/ https://www.facebook.com/towriteloveonherarms/ Visit our FIND HELP page o...
2019-05-0825 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsBlack and White Episode 1: I Am Worthy Of HopeDuring the month of May, we're releasing a miniseries featuring conversations centered around statements we believe are Black and White. In this episode, host Lindsay Kolsch and TWLOHA team member Chad Moses talk about “I Am Worthy Of Hope.” Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagram.com/twloha/ https://www.facebook.com/towriteloveonherarms/ Visit our FIND HELP page of mental h...
2019-05-0129 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsBonus Episode: Live. Life. Love. Benefit Concert - Kim Petras, Jake Miller, Caroline KoleWe're sharing a special behind-the-scenes look at the Live. Life. Love. Benefit Concert held last December in Nashville, TN. This bonus episode features interviews with Kim Petras, Jake Miller, and Caroline Kole. Thank you to Robin Fomusa and the entire team at 107.5 The River - Nashville for putting on this wonderful event and for inviting us to be part of it. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow TWLOHA on social media at: https://twitter.com/TWLOHA https://www.instagram.com/twloha/ htt...
2019-03-1221 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsFeelings Are Not Facts - “This Is Us” Actor Chris Sullivan (LIVE)In the final episode of season one, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski talks with Chris Sullivan. Chris opens up about his background as an actor and his experience dealing with mental health issues, how he takes care of himself, and why he doesn’t consider This Is Us a sad show. Chris Sullivan is an American actor and musician. He is known for playing Taserface in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. He first gained attention for his portrayal of Tom Cleary on the Cinemax drama The Knick. He played Benny Hammond in Stranger Things and currently stars as To...
2018-12-1840 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsYou Don't Have To Live Like This - Denny KolschIn this episode, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski talks with Denny Kolsch. Denny opens up about his experience struggling with anxiety and an opioid addiction, how he got sober, and what he’s doing now in an effort to save lives in his community and beyond. Denny is a licensed mental health counselor. He is also the co-founder and Chief Clinical Officer of Peace Club, an opioid recovery community located in Cocoa Beach, FL. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Connect with Denny and his work online by...
2018-12-1153 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsStories Are Still The Most Powerful Thing That We Have - Hannah BrencherIn this episode, TWLOHA’s Co-Executive Director Lindsay Kolsch talks with Hannah Brencher about her experience writing love letters to strangers, what it was like to get a diagnosis of depression, and how she's needed connection in a holistic approach to treating it. Hannah is a writer, TED speaker, and online educator with a heart for building leaders. Her second book, Come Matter Here, is available now. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Connect with Hannah online by checking out her website and social media profiles:...
2018-12-0459 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsIt's Hard Right Now But It's OK - Joel L. DanielsIn this episode, TWLOHA’s Co-Executive Director Lindsay Kolsch talks with Joel L. Daniels. Joel opens up about growing up without the language to talk about mental health, what happened when he called a crisis helpline, how writing has helped him start important conversations, and what his daughter is teaching him. Joel L. Daniels is a writer, performer, actor, MC, and father. His book, A BOOK ABOUT THINGS I WILL TELL MY DAUGHTER, is available now. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Connect with Joel online by...
2018-11-2752 min
To Write Love on Her Arms"Depression Didn't Want Me To Find Help" - Kelly JensenIn this episode, TWLOHA’s Co-Executive Director Lindsay Kolsch talks with Kelly Jensen. Kelly discusses the issues with how mental health is portrayed through dramatic story arcs found in pop culture, why her career as a youth librarian inspired her to create a mental health anthology, and the five lies depression told her. Kelly Jensen is an editor for Book Riot, as well as a writer and editor of young adult novels. Her most recent project, “(Don’t) Call Me Crazy: 33 Voices Start the Conversation about Mental Health,” is available for purchase now. Download a transcri...
2018-11-2059 min
To Write Love on Her Arms“Take The Time That You Need” - Levi MacallisterIn this episode, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski talks with Levi Macallister, also known as Levi the Poet. Levi opens up about losing his dad to suicide and how that informed his own understanding of mental health. He also touches on his creative process and how he's working to take better care of himself. Levi Macallister is a writer, musician, and spoken word artist. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Connect with Levi online by checking out his website and social media profiles: https://www.instagram.com...
2018-11-1346 min
To Write Love on Her Arms“This Journey Is A Lifetime's Journey” - Indhira RojasIn this episode, TWLOHA’s Co-Executive Director Lindsay Kolsch talks with Anxy Magazine creator Indhira Rojas. Indhira talks about why she was inspired to create a beautifully designed magazine about our inner worlds, covering issues like anger and masculinity, and why seeking counseling for trauma she experienced in her childhood was so important. Indhira Rojas is a designer and the founder of Anxy Magazine. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow Indhira and Anxy Magazine on social media by visiting: https://twitter.com/redindhi htt...
2018-11-0633 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsAnxiety Is A Liar And A Thief - Whitney FenimoreIn this episode, TWLOHA’s Co-Executive Director Lindsay Kolsch talks with Whitney Fenimore about her experience with mental health, having to walk away from music to find help, and what it was like getting a second chance at her dream thanks to “The Voice.” Whitney Fenimore is a singer/songwriter who appeared on Season 13 of NBC’s “The Voice.” She currently lives in Nashville, TN. Follow Whitney on social media by visiting: https://twitter.com/WhitneyFenimore https://www.facebook.com/whitneyfenimoremusic/ https://www.instagram.com/whitneyfenimore/ Check out her webs...
2018-10-3052 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsI’m Going To Heal From It - Najwa ZebianIn this episode, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski talks with Najwa Zebian about the loneliness that came with moving from Lebanon to Canada and how that affected her teaching, why she uses social media to fight the stigma surrounding mental health, and how she processes her struggles through writing. Najwa Zebian is a celebrated Lebanese-Canadian poet, speaker, and mental health advocate. Download a transcript of this episode at www.twloha.com/podcast. Follow Najwa on social media by visiting: https://www.facebook.com/najwazebian1 https://twitter.com/najwazebian
2018-10-2347 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsYour Emotions Are Not Going To Rule You - Amy CloverIn this episode, TWLOHA’s Co-Executive Director Lindsay Kolsch interviews Amy Clover. They talk about Amy’s struggles with depression, OCD, and eating disorders, how she let go of control and embraced freedom through movement, and why she’s helping people become strong inside out. Amy Clover is a writer, fitness personality, motivational speaker, teacher, and mental health advocate. She is the founder of Strong Inside Out. “I was so afraid of work in the very beginning of both my depression recovery and my eating disorder recovery, but it's so rewarding to do it. And it just d...
2018-10-1639 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsEpisode 001: You’re Not Alone - Jamie TworkowskiIn this episode, TWLOHA’s Co-Executive Director Lindsay Kolsch talks with Jamie Tworkowski about TWLOHA’s surprising history, how the conversation about mental health has changed over the last 12 years, and how he practices the advice he gives to those struggling. Jamie Tworkowski is TWLOHA’s founder. He is also the New York Times bestselling author of If You Feel Too Much.
2018-10-0937 min
To Write Love on Her ArmsYou’re Not Alone - Jamie TworkowskiIn this episode, TWLOHA’s Co-Executive Director Lindsay Kolsch talks with Jamie Tworkowski about TWLOHA’s surprising history, how the conversation about mental health has changed over the last 12 years, and how he practices the advice he gives to those struggling. Jamie Tworkowski is TWLOHA’s founder. He is also the New York Times bestselling author of If You Feel Too Much. “You are not alone and you are not meant to be alone in the places that hurt, in the parts of your story that you don't like.” - Jamie Tworkowski, TWLOHA founder Downloa...
2018-10-0937 min