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Stigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentTraci's Medication JourneyTraci talks about how she went from over-the-counter mood stabilizers to herbal suppliments and how the transition has been going. 2025-07-1045 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 94 (the ish)Traci and Eric talk about a recent trip to Ishpeming, MI where Eric did a bit of bikingand Traci lifted her spirits. 2025-06-2524 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 80 (pink moon weekend)Eric and Traci talk about their fun activities that took place over the pink moon. Traci had a trip with her coven and Eric had the house to himself.2025-04-1619 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentReikiTraci and Eric talk the basics of reiki and Traci talks about her first experiences with reiki.2025-04-0343 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 76 (mini vacay away)Eric and Traci talk about thier upcoming vacation to the UP to get away for Traci's belated birthday and Eric's end of the semester.2025-03-2810 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 61 (weekend update)Traci and Eric give and update about their weekend apart. Did Traci get work done while Eric chilled with the cats or did plans change?2025-01-1522 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 57 (christmas spirit)Traci talks Cristmas lights and Eric and Traci talk more bad Cristmas movies.2024-12-2046 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal51 (10 crystals for the holiday season)Traci found a list of the best crystals for the holiday season for various reasons and wanted to share them with you so the holidays can be happy and healthy. 2024-11-2217 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentAppleton Podcast Co-Op Live Show 2024a recording from our live show from November 8, 2024host David Kalsow-Robert Dennis: multiple podcasts/ mafia news-Traci and Eric Wulterkens: Stigmas and Open Wounds-Gavin Schmitt and Eric Wulterkens: Fox Cities Murder and Mayhem-Jess Haessly: the Meditation WellGary Arndt: Everything Everywhere DailyAlison McCoy-Fleshman and Bobby Fleshman: Respecting the Beer2024-11-171h 44Stigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentwe do our own stuntsTraci gathered a bunch of her's and Eric's 'woopsies' and silly tests from the season for you to hear their much less than professional side.2024-11-1610 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentApps, Tips and TricksIn this season finale Eric and Traci talk about some of thier favorite apps and give some helpful life and work tips.2024-11-141h 15Stigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 49 (we did a live show!)Eric and Traci reflect on the live show from the past weekend.2024-11-1323 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 48 (daylight savings and...peru)Traci and Eric talk about how daylight savings has affected them, what Traci's done to try to help and then go on a major tangent about Peru.2024-11-0821 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 47 (a mammoth completion)Eric and Traci talk about their past weekend which included finishing up the Mammoth challenge for the ice age trail. 2024-11-0617 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 46 (all hallows eve)Eric and Traci kept their word and recorded on Halloween night...too bad it was pretty uneventful. 2024-11-0218 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 45 (what's with the decorations?)In this journal Traci asks 'what's with all the fancy Halloween decorations?' 2024-11-0116 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentHow To Know If Things Are Getting Bad AgainIn this episode Eric and Traci talk about how to spot the signs to notice when you are getting depressed. 2024-10-3142 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 44 (freddy and a hike or a hobble)Eric and Traci talk about their events of the weekend including a Freddy movie and a fall hike.2024-10-3024 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 43 (what holiday candy do you prefer)Some candy only emerges on special holidays and we wait all year for them. So tonight, Traci asks Eric what his favorite holiday candy is.2024-10-2514 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentHow To Welcome The SeasonIn this Episode Traci talks about some things you can do to make the changing seasons easier on yourself.2024-10-1736 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 42 (goonies vs monster squad)In another fall-themed journal Traci asks the question 'Goonies or Monster Squad?' Sure they're both great in their own right, but can you really choose one over the other?2024-10-1613 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 41 (welcome fall)Traci talks about how she shook off the sluggish weather and what she did to welcome in her favorite season.2024-10-1119 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 40 (girls day)Traci talks about her day for the girls in Door County. Sometimes it's not about where you go or what you do, it's about the people and the time you spend with them. 2024-10-0915 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentFinding Comfort In SilenceThis week Eric and Traci talk about finding the comfort in the often uncomfortable silence, whether it is in a conversation or simply in every day life. With practiced silence those uncomfortable silences get easier each time thhey come along. 2024-10-0338 minSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsChakra Healing by Margarita AlcantaraIn this episode Traci reviews a chakra book that focuses on healing the chakras. If you are looking to heal the chakras this book may be for you. 2024-10-0224 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 39 (a wedding and gettysburg)Eric and Traci talk about thier second of two back-to-back trips. This one includes a wedding reception and the all important trip tp Gettysburg to go spirit hunting..I mean learn about history. 2024-10-0222 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 38 (the isle beave)On this journal Eric and Traci talk about their recent backpacking trip to Beaver Island.2024-09-2525 minSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsA Face In The Rock: The Tale of the Island Chippewa by Loren R GrahamThis is a review from both Eric and Traci since they both read this book due to a backpacking trip to Grand Island. This book did a good job of giving readers an idea of what Grand Island and its Chippewa were like throughout time. 2024-09-1839 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 36 (what did eric hear about learning)Eric brought some interesting podcast knowledge home for Traci and decided to spread the wealth to the entire audience.2024-09-1319 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 35 (traci's solo camp)Traci takes on adventure and serenity in the woods alone and lives to talk about it.2024-09-1122 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 34 (circus, trash, and underwater)Eric and Traci talk about their jam-packed Saturday full of circus hijinx, a trash museum (what?) and underwater advetures. 2024-09-0421 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentOur First Poetry CornerEric and Traci take a page from a recent podcast of Simon Sinek Featuring the Poet IN-Q and take a stab at writing their own poems. Tune in to see how they turned out!Inspiration taken from Simon Sinek's podcast, A Little Bit of Optimism, episode 139 Creativity Is Connection with Poet In-Q2024-08-2822 minSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsRethink Your Movement by Katy BowmanIn this review, Traci talks about her second highest rated book and some of its valuable content. At the end, Traci and Eric invite the author to Beaver and Grand Island with their hiking crew.2024-08-2138 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 33 (that's what friends are for)Traci and Eric take on a journal prompt that has them reflecting on positive friends in their lives.2024-08-2124 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentjournal 32 (our day off)In this journal Eric and Traci talk about the random Saturday that they took together that included a mini hike, late lunch and a trip to the gem store. 2024-08-1620 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentjournal 31 (a grand island adventure)Traci and Eric talk about their adventureto Grand Island in the UP and Marquette before. Did they make it back from their backpacking trip in one piece?2024-08-1426 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentAn Intro To ChakrasIn this episode Eric and Traci discuss Chakkras, a concept that Traci has been getting into a lot lately. Many of us have heard the term chakra but but aren't super familiar with it; in this episode Traci attempts to break down what the chakras in the body are any what they mean for you. 2024-08-0851 minSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsA Beginners Guide to Chakras by Marion McGeoghTraci finally was able to get out of her reading slump and had her first review in awhile, an intro to chakras book. This book may have been short but it was sweetand full of little nuggets of wisdomto gets you started on your chakras journey2024-08-0731 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 30 (a week away)Eric was away for a week and the question is..did Traci play? ..and where did Eric go for a week without Traci?2024-08-0718 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 29 (a hike and a bike)Eric and Traci had part of the weekend away from each other so they each talk about their fun excursions...who biked and who hiked?2024-08-0213 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 28 (cruel Summer and retirement plans)Eric and Traci talkabout how rough the summer has been all around and then they go on a wild tangent and discuss their possible summer retirement plans2024-07-3124 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentPlanners And To-Do-ListsIn this Episode Eric and Traci talk about how much planners and to-do-lists have helped them and some little tips as to how they can help you.2024-07-251h 13Stigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentjournal 26 (camping, old world wi, and amomolies)Traci went camping for her first time in many years, Eric is still gettin back into it, meanwhile the girls, old pros. The weather was good until it wasn't but the weekend was amazing, we filled it with camping, a trip to Old World Wisconsin (Who knew this was here?!) and searching for anomonlies and amomolies on the way home (no dogman was spotted).2024-07-1927 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentChronic PainSomething Traci does not often like to talk about in her life is pain but in today's episode it's our main topic. Why don't people talk about the pain they're in more and is there something we can do to lessen our pain?2024-07-1159 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentHow To Ask For HelpIn this episolde Traci takes on a personal issue that's plagued her and many alike...asking for help. By the end of this episode do you think you'll be more confident to ask for help?2024-06-271h 10Stigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 23 (more hikes and misplaced stuff)Tonight Traci and Eric talk about their memorial weekend hike , discovering a possible new world and Traci's dubmbness.2024-06-2617 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 22 (Eric's bike getaway and Traci plays)In this journal Eric talks about his bike getaway with his brother and Traci talks about her weekend to herself. 2024-06-2117 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 21 (a concert)Traci and Eric venture out to a concert.2024-06-1914 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 20 (life celebrations)In this journal Eric and Traci discuss what their ideal life celebration for themselves would be.2024-06-1213 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 19 (who will you visit as a spirit)In this episode Traci asks the question, if you do become a spirit after you die, who would you visit?2024-05-2913 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentNavy Stories 1 (awol)A special holiday bonus episode (dedicated to a very special listener who wanted more episodes).In a first edition of 'Navy Stories', Traci asks Eric to tell about the time he went AWOL.2024-05-2820 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 18 (old friends, new visits)In this jounal Traci talks about her friend of many years coming into town for a super fun visit.2024-05-2416 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 17 (time shift and summer)On this episode Traci and Eric talk about the shift of the release of journal entries as well as what they are looking forward to for summer. 2024-05-2215 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 16 (our spirits of mackville evening)In this episode Eric aand Traci discuss their evening ghost hunting in none other than a...strip club?2024-05-1824 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentPeople We Met On VacationIn This Episode Traci and Eric recall some of the most memorable people the met across their vacations and how they have affected their lives..2024-05-1650 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 15 (Eric's semester is over)In this episode Eric and Traci discuss the end of his teaching semester and reflect on some of the highs of being a teacher. 2024-05-1613 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 14 (girl's weekend review)In this episode Traci talks about the amazing time she had at the girl's weekend. Did anyone doubt it? Wichy, ghost-hunting good times for all. 2024-05-1421 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 13 (the weekend of girls is here)On this journal Eric and Traci talk a little about Traci's upcoming girls weekend. Apperently it is going to involve a lot of eating.2024-05-1112 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 12 (florida endings)Traci and Eric talk about the end of this year's Florida trip. 2024-05-0829 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 11 (forts, dogs and eclipses)In this Florida edition Traci and Eric talk about spending the day at Fort Desoto and hanging with some dogs on the day of the eclipse. 2024-05-0420 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergent7 Things Traci Learned Before 40 (ish)This week Traci takes her turn to talk about the most important lessons that she learned before her 40's.2024-05-0247 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 10 (trolleys, beaches and farmer's markets!)In this Florida edition, Eric and Traci discuss their trolley-hopping adventures as well as their first farmer's market of the year. 2024-05-0212 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 9 (it's all about Florida)In the first journal from Florida, Eric and Traci talk about what they have been up to on the first few days of their trip.2024-04-3015 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 8 (it's almost Florida time)In this journal Eric and Traci talk about the things they are looking forward to most on their upcoming Florida vacation.2024-04-2721 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 7 (is Traci ADHD)This time it's Traci's turn to find out if she's ADHD using the DSM 5 to diagnose. 2024-04-2516 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 6 (I'm misplacing Journals...must be the ADHD)In this episode Eric and Traci go through the questions in the DSM 5 to see if Eric has ADHD. 2024-04-2312 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 5 (b-day getaway)Traci and Eric talk about their visit to Menominee, Mi for Traci's birthday. 2024-04-1915 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergent7 Things Eric Learned Before 40 (ish)This Week Eric Made a list and in two weeks you will get Traci's list . We're doing Things we learned before we turned 40 (ish), inspired by one of our favorite podcasts. These are lessons that are shaping how we live our lives at the present moment.2024-04-1854 minSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsThe Bewitching hour by Ashley PostonIn this episode the couple review a book from one of Traci (and Eric's) favorite authors. This is a YA Buffy prequil about Tara from the original series. Picture this.. new girl in school, you're a witch, other students are dying and everyone suspects you. You don't have to be a Buffy fan to like this book but you will be a Ashley Poston fan after reading this book.Be sure to check out our other podcast, Stigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergent, and other content at stigmasandopenwounds.com email...2024-04-1740 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 4 (today's hike)In this Journal Entry Eric and Traci discuss the hike the went on earlier in the day. 2024-04-1714 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 3 (Traci's planning a girls weekend)In this journal Eric and Traci discuss how Traci is planning her very first girl's weekend in April. It only took 40 years for her to get invited to one.2024-04-1413 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJournal 2 (Paranormal Presentation and more)In this Journal Eric and Traci discuss a presentation put on by a ghost hunting team at the local library. 2024-04-1216 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentOur First Journal Entry (introducing weekly journal entries)A first in a side-series, Traci and Eric do an audio journal an invite you in. This journal entry includes an explanation of this 3x weekly segmant as well as their first entry talking about a hike they had on a Saturday in March.2024-04-1016 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentA New Podcast Journey EmergesEric and Traci have some exciting news about the future of this show. A few things will be staying the same, a few things will be changing but much more content will be coming your way. 2024-04-0435 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentThe Secret Life Of An IntrovertIn this week's episode Eric and Traci talk about what it's like to be an introvert like them.2024-03-2153 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentOur Mindfulness JourneyLast week we dove into the world of mindfulness and meditation; this week Eric and Traci talk about their personal journey though mindfulness and meditation. Be sure to check out our other podcast, SAOW Book Sounds Book Reviews at stigmasandopenwounds.com , email at stigmasandopenwounds@gmail.com2024-03-0740 minSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsThe Dead Romantics by Ashley PostonIn this episode both Traci and Eric review the fiction book of 'The Dead Romantics,' a witty, funny and heartwearming book with twists and turns. Warning: this book contains ghosts, ghostwriters, dog mayers and celebratory funerals; dont read if this is too much for you. Who will give it a higher score?Be sure to check out our other podcast, Stigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergent, and other content at stigmasandopenwounds.comemail at stigmasandopenwounds@gmail.com2024-02-2132 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentHealing From Narcissism w/ special guest JessIn this episode Eric and Traci talk to Jess Haessly who was part of a narcissistic realationship. We will talk about what a narcissist is, Jess' battle and her healing journey. some resources:https://www.mcleanhospital.org/npd-provider-guide#:~:text=NPD%20in%20DSM%2D5,meet%20the%20diagnosis%20of%20NPD.https://youtube.com/@DoctorRamani?si=yKyBSyLWJ6qE3LlFhttps://youtube.com/@RICHARDGRANNON?si=psIrooZlsrdnpNAq2024-01-251h 41SAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsThe Art Of Racing In The Rain by Garth SteinIn this episode Traci reviews recommendation to her that is out of her genre narated by a dog. If you are an animal lover and a lover of racing, this book is for you. 2024-01-2423 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentCome Along to Chile and ArgntinaIn this this episode Traci and Eric tell all about their recent trip to Chile and Argentina; the good, bad, and everything in between.2023-12-281h 13Stigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentJoin Our Neurodivergent JourneyIn the first episode of the new season, Eric and Traci discuss what the new season is going to look like. This season will put more of a focus on living as a neurodivergent person. 2023-12-1437 minSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsThe Seven Year Slip by Ashley PostonIn this episode Traci reviews Ashlewy Poston's newest book, 'The Seven Year Slip'. This is a rom-com that is about an apartment that will 'slip' you back in time seven years. There are only two rules for the apartment, take your shoes off and don't fall in love. Be sure to check out our other podcast, Stigmas and Open Wounds, and other content at stigmasandopenwounds.com2023-12-1329 minSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsNeurodiversity by Thomas Phd ArmstrongIn this week's episode Traci reviews another neurodiversity book. This book does a great job of showing that if you are neurodivergent it is not a weakness, rather, you may have many other strengths. What is normal anyway?Be sure to check out our other podcast, Stigmas and Open Wounds, and other content at stigmasandopenwounds.com2023-11-1535 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentLooking BackIn the season Finale, Traci and Eric look back on some of their favorite episodes and reflect on how much they have both changed this year. 2023-11-021h 10Stigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentAre Pets Members of the Family?In this episode Traci and Eric ask if pets can be considered a member of the family or if we are just giving animals too cushy of a lifestyle.2023-10-1948 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentNeurodivergent pt. 2In this long awaited episode, Traci and Eric talk about the term Neurodivergent and what it covers. Basically a new way of thinking of 'different' and 'not normal'. If we look at the postitive ways we are differrent we will could be able to thrive togelther. Be Sure to listen to SAOW Book Sounds Book Reviews, our sister podcast where we review all of our favorite books that we read!https://feeds.captivate.fm/saow-book-reviews/2023-10-0552 minSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsDivergent Mind by Jenara NerenbergIn this episode Traci reviews a non-fiction book about neurodivergence which is another way to say 'not normal'. This term groups together many neurological disorders and this book discusses a bit about it. Be sure to check out our other podcast, Stigmas and Open Wounds, and other content at stigmasandopenwounds.com2023-10-0422 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentBody ImageIn this episode Traci and Eric talk body image. Lets face it, whether we like it or not, voice it or not, or even realize it most of us have had issues with body image at on time or another. It takes many of us our entire lives to gain a positive body image but sometimes it starts with small goals. 2023-09-2147 minSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsEleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail HoneymanIn this episode we talk about a fiction book that Traci read first but it was so good that she was able to get Eric to read it as well so you get two reviews for the price of one. This book is about an awkward 30 year old woman who stays to herself much of the time but after circumstances force her out of her shell she starts to become a different person. Is the person she becomes a better person?Be sure to check out our other podcast, Stigmas and Open Wounds, and other content at...2023-09-0636 minSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsSAOW Book Sounds Book ReviewsHappy Place by Emily HenryIn This Episode Traci Reveiws Happy Plaace by Emily Henry. This is a 'Rom-Com', Womens-Lit book about a complicated friend's vacation. This is Emily Henry's most recent book, but don't look now, because she's just announced another book!Be sure to check out our other podcast, Stigmas and Open Wounds, and other content at stigmasandopenwounds.com2023-08-2321 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentA Sneak Peak Into Our New Show 'SAOW Book Sounds Book Reviews'This is a sneak peak into Eric and Traci's new book review show where we review fiction and non-fiction books equally (although we each have our preference). 2023-08-0202 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentGlimmersThis week Eric and Traci talk about the opposite of triggers, glimmers. These are small moments where we feel safe, happy, or calm. These moments are just as important, if not more important, to learn about as triggers. 2023-07-1333 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentNeurodivergent pt 1In this episode Traci and Eric give a brief introduction into the world of what is neurodivergence. Gone are the days of 'normal' and 'abnormal' and enter neurodivergent.2023-05-1853 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentHow Long Do You Let Yourself Be Depressed?In this episode Eric and Traci talk about how long it's okay to let yourself be depressed before you start to take action and it seems that they have some differing viewpoints on the subject. 2023-05-0445 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentSeason Two TraciWe have talked a lot about how we have both been changing and growing but perhaps nobody has grown more than our host, Traci. In this episode we focus on the growth that has been made between this season and last. 2023-04-2042 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentThe Question Of Split VacationsThis week Traci and Eric talk about 'split vacations'..vacations where one partner does not stay for the entire time or is not present at all. What are the benefits? Could this work for you? Does time apart really make the heart grow fonder? 2023-02-2332 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentPick Me UpsIn this episode Eric and Traci talk about some common 'pick me ups' to help bring you out of those low moods, especially in winter. 2023-02-0948 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentRinging In The Cheer...Seasonal Depression and the HolidaysThis week Eric takes over main hosting duties as he asks Traci how the big string of holidays affect seasonal depression. With such a dark time time of year, do bright lights and tinsel help?2023-01-121h 01Stigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentMigraines And The Stigmas They CarryThis week we take a look into the stigmas with migraines and everything that comes with them. We will also learn a little about Traci's history with the dreaded migraine. 2022-12-1548 minStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentStigmas and Open Wounds: the life and times of a neurodivergentWhat IS This Thing Called Depression?In this Episode we explore the world of clinical depression and talk a little bit about the journey Traci went through when she first found out she had depression.2022-11-0350 min