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A Cluttered MindDealing With Demons: Understanding Clinical Depression from a Survivor's PerspectiveDo you or a loved one have a mental illness? Have you ever wondered what you can do to help? This book is your answer! To fully understand depression, you must listen intently and attentively to those of us afflicted.
It is important for anyone with mental illness to be treated with kindness, respect and dignity, not with stigma, bias and scorn for we are fighting a battle beyond one's vision and comprehension. Just because we don't look sick, it doesn't mean we aren't. The purpose of this book is to look at mental illness from the...
2026-01-021h 16
A Cluttered MindGrief in the Clutter: How Loss Shapes Our Mental HealthGrief doesn’t end—it changes us.
In this episode of A Cluttered Mind, we explore how grief shapes our mental health long after loss, influencing anxiety, depression, identity, and how we move through the world. From quiet, unresolved sadness to life-altering loss, we talk honestly about why grief isn’t linear—and why it doesn’t mean something is wrong with you.
A compassionate conversation about living with loss, carrying it forward, and learning how to exist alongside grief rather than fighting it.
2025-12-2311 minA Cluttered MindMental Health Around the HolidaysThe holidays are often portrayed as joyful—but for many, they can amplify anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, and emotional overwhelm.
In this episode of A Cluttered Mind, we explore how the holiday season can impact mental health, why expectations can be so heavy, and how to navigate this time with more compassion—for yourself and others.
An honest conversation about surviving the holidays, setting boundaries, and remembering that you’re not broken for struggling during a season that’s supposed to feel happy.
2025-12-2308 min
A Cluttered MindTribute to Rob ReinerA Cluttered Mind is a mental health–focused podcast exploring emotional well-being, creativity, and the power of storytelling. This show is not political, but there is mention of politics in this episode.
In this tribute episode, we honor Rob Reiner through the emotional impact of his films—from Stand By Me to The Princess Bride. We reflect on how his stories explore friendship, grief, love, fear, and resilience—and why they continue to comfort and connect us.
If you’ve ever found healing in a movie, this episode is for you.
2025-12-2308 min
A Cluttered MindEmbracing the Quiet - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1706 min
A Cluttered MindThe Beauty of Imperfection - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1707 min
A Cluttered MindFinding Balance #2 - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1707 min
A Cluttered MindThe Courage to be Vulnerable - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1707 min
A Cluttered MindEmbracing Change #2 - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1706 min
A Cluttered MindThe Power of Presence - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1706 min
A Cluttered MindFinding Clarity Amid the ChaosDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1706 min
A Cluttered MindThe Art of Letting Go - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1706 min
A Cluttered MindReclaiming Joy - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1705 min
A Cluttered MindEmbracing Change #1 - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1706 min
A Cluttered MindThe Quiet Strength of Alone Time - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1705 min
A Cluttered MindThe Power of Saying No - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1705 min
A Cluttered MindFinding Balance - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1006 min
A Cluttered MindThe Quiet Struggles - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1006 min
A Cluttered MindThe Weight of Words (#2) - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1006 min
A Cluttered MindThe Sound of Silence - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1006 min
A Cluttered MindThe Quiet of Being Seen - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1005 min
A Cluttered MindThe Quiet Spaces We Keep - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1005 min
A Cluttered MindThe Art of Quiet - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1004 min
A Cluttered MindThe Things I Don't Say - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1005 min
A Cluttered MindThe Weight of Words (#1) - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1005 min
A Cluttered MindWhen the World Gets Too Loud (#2) - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1004 min
A Cluttered MindWhen the World Gets Too Loud (#1) - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1004 min
A Cluttered MindA Voice in the Crowd - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1004 min
A Cluttered MindTea Girl has a Name - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1003 min
A Cluttered MindThe Party that Wasn't - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1004 min
A Cluttered MindAvoiding the Spotlight - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1004 min
A Cluttered MindCoffee Shops and Eavesdrops - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1004 min
A Cluttered MindThe First Page - Diary of an IntrovertDiary of an Introvert invites listeners into the quiet world of Iris, a reflective soul navigating life’s noise through solitude and self-discovery. Each episode opens a page of her inner diary—revealing the beauty, vulnerability, and quiet courage of living authentically in a world that never stops talking.
2025-10-1005 min
A Cluttered MindConclusion - Adventures with BillBill was the best friend a girl could ever ask to have. He made certain I always had a good time and checked in to keep me from completely isolating myself from the world. He was kind, caring, and considerate at all times even making sure he'd pick activities he thought we'd both enjoy. The following stories are tales of our adventures together, good and not so good.
2025-09-1902 min
A Cluttered MindOur First Time - Adventures with BillBill was the best friend a girl could ever ask to have. He made certain I always had a good time and checked in to keep me from completely isolating myself from the world. He was kind, caring, and considerate at all times even making sure he'd pick activities he thought we'd both enjoy. The following stories are tales of our adventures together, good and not so good.
2025-09-1906 min
A Cluttered MindSlumber Party - Adventures with BillBill was the best friend a girl could ever ask to have. He made certain I always had a good time and checked in to keep me from completely isolating myself from the world. He was kind, caring, and considerate at all times even making sure he'd pick activities he thought we'd both enjoy. The following stories are tales of our adventures together, good and not so good.
2025-09-1918 min
A Cluttered MindArcade - Adventures with BillBill was the best friend a girl could ever ask to have. He made certain I always had a good time and checked in to keep me from completely isolating myself from the world. He was kind, caring, and considerate at all times even making sure he'd pick activities he thought we'd both enjoy. The following stories are tales of our adventures together, good and not so good.
2025-09-1910 min
A Cluttered MindRainy Sunday - Adventures with BillBill was the best friend a girl could ever ask to have. He made certain I always had a good time and checked in to keep me from completely isolating myself from the world. He was kind, caring, and considerate at all times even making sure he'd pick activities he thought we'd both enjoy. The following stories are tales of our adventures together, good and not so good.
2025-09-1908 min
A Cluttered MindCamping - Adventures with BillBill was the best friend a girl could ever ask to have. He made certain I always had a good time and checked in to keep me from completely isolating myself from the world. He was kind, caring, and considerate at all times even making sure he'd pick activities he thought we'd both enjoy. The following stories are tales of our adventures together, good and not so good.
2025-09-1912 min
A Cluttered MindRoad Trip - Adventures with BillBill was the best friend a girl could ever ask to have. He made certain I always had a good time and checked in to keep me from completely isolating myself from the world. He was kind, caring, and considerate at all times even making sure he'd pick activities he thought we'd both enjoy. The following stories are tales of our adventures together, good and not so good.
2025-09-1908 min
A Cluttered MindBaking - Adventures with BillBill was the best friend a girl could ever ask to have. He made certain I always had a good time and checked in to keep me from completely isolating myself from the world. He was kind, caring, and considerate at all times even making sure he'd pick activities he thought we'd both enjoy. The following stories are tales of our adventures together, good and not so good.
2025-09-1905 min
A Cluttered MindGame Night - Adventures with BillBill was the best friend a girl could ever ask to have. He made certain I always had a good time and checked in to keep me from completely isolating myself from the world. He was kind, caring, and considerate at all times even making sure he'd pick activities he thought we'd both enjoy. The following stories are tales of our adventures together, good and not so good.
2025-09-1906 min
A Cluttered MindHaunted House - Adventures with BillBill was the best friend a girl could ever ask to have. He made certain I always had a good time and checked in to keep me from completely isolating myself from the world. He was kind, caring, and considerate at all times even making sure he'd pick activities he thought we'd both enjoy. The following stories are tales of our adventures together, good and not so good.
2025-09-1907 min
A Cluttered MindTribute to my brother, JohnThis is a tribute episode to my late brother, John, who passed in a tragic accident, and a bit about my mental health.
2025-09-1824 min
A Cluttered MindAmusement Park - Adventures with BillBill was the best friend a girl could ever ask to have. He made certain I always had a good time and checked in to keep me from completely isolating myself from the world. He was kind, caring, and considerate at all times even making sure he'd pick activities he thought we'd both enjoy. The following stories are tales of our adventures together, good and not so good.
2025-09-1211 min
A Cluttered MindPittsburgh - Adventures with BillBill was the best friend a girl could ever ask to have. He made certain I always had a good time and checked in to keep me from completely isolating myself from the world. He was kind, caring, and considerate at all times even making sure he'd pick activities he thought we'd both enjoy. The following stories are tales of our adventures together, good and not so good.
2025-09-1213 min
A Cluttered MindTo The Rescue - Adventures with BillBill was the best friend a girl could ever ask to have. He made certain I always had a good time and checked in to keep me from completely isolating myself from the world. He was kind, caring, and considerate at all times even making sure he'd pick activities he thought we'd both enjoy. The following stories are tales of our adventures together, good and not so good.
2025-09-1209 min
A Cluttered MindTrivia Night - Adventures with BillBill was the best friend a girl could ever ask to have. He made certain I always had a good time and checked in to keep me from completely isolating myself from the world. He was kind, caring, and considerate at all times even making sure he'd pick activities he thought we'd both enjoy. The following stories are tales of our adventures together, good and not so good.
2025-09-1207 min
A Cluttered MindOur First Get Together - Adventures with BillBill was the best friend a girl could ever ask to have. He made certain I always had a good time and checked in to keep me from completely isolating myself from the world. He was kind, caring, and considerate at all times even making sure he'd pick activities he thought we'd both enjoy. The following stories are tales of our adventures together, good and not so good.
2025-09-1210 min
A Cluttered MindHow We Met - Adventures with BillBill was the best friend a girl could ever ask to have. He made certain I always had a good time and checked in to keep me from completely isolating myself from the world. He was kind, caring, and considerate at all times even making sure he'd pick activities he thought we'd both enjoy. The following stories are tales of our adventures together, good and not so good.
2025-09-1206 min
A Cluttered MindDisclaimer/Introduction - Adventures with BillBill was the best friend a girl could ever ask to have. He made certain I always had a good time and checked in to keep me from completely isolating myself from the world. He was kind, caring, and considerate at all times even making sure he'd pick activities he thought we'd both enjoy. The following stories are tales of our adventures together, good and not so good.
2025-09-1203 minA Cluttered MindLet's Talk Mental HealthIn this episode, we explore common mental health diagnoses like anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and OCD—unpacking what they really mean beyond the labels. We’ll break down symptoms, clear up misconceptions, and highlight how a diagnosis can bring both clarity and challenge. This conversation is about understanding, reducing stigma, and reminding you that no label defines your worth.
2025-08-2949 min
A Cluttered MindThe Silence Within: Speaking the UnspokenSome stories go untold, some feelings stay hidden. The Silence Within gives voice to the unspoken—raw, honest, and deeply human. Tune in, confront the quiet, and discover what’s been waiting to be heard.
2025-08-2220 min
A Cluttered MindAdded Insight to Letters to Prince William and Prince Harry - Letters to the BrokenBonus Episode: A reflection on letters to Prince William and Prince Harry—providing context on why reconciliation between the brothers remains unlikely. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode explores their grief, the weight of royal expectations, and the personal choices that have shaped their divided paths.
2025-08-2205 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Vincent Van Gogh - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Vincent van Gogh—painter, dreamer, and tormented soul, whose genius was shaped by relentless battles with mental illness and despair. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on suffering, beauty, and the fragile humanity behind his timeless art.
2025-08-2203 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Hunter S. Thompson - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Hunter S. Thompson—writer, rebel, and restless spirit, whose groundbreaking voice was entwined with addiction, chaos, and despair. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on brilliance, self-destruction, and the fragile line between genius and pain.
2025-08-2205 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Eric Clapton - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Eric Clapton—musician, legend, and survivor, whose genius with a guitar was shadowed by battles with addiction, grief, and loneliness. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on pain, perseverance, and the fragile humanity behind the music.
2025-08-2202 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Jamie Lee Curtis - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Jamie Lee Curtis—actress, writer, and advocate, whose Hollywood success was tempered by battles with addiction and the journey toward recovery. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on honesty, resilience, and the courage to transform pain into purpose.
2025-08-2203 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to George Michael - Letters to the BrokenA letter to George Michael—singer, songwriter, and soul in conflict, whose soaring voice was matched by struggles with identity, addiction, and loneliness. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on fame, vulnerability, and the human cost behind the music that defined a generation.
2025-08-2203 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Elton John - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Elton John—musician, icon, and survivor, whose dazzling success was shadowed by addiction and battles with identity and self-worth. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on his struggles, resilience, and the healing power of music and truth.
2025-08-2203 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Robert Downey, Jr. - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Robert Downey Jr.—actor, icon, and survivor, whose brilliance was tested by addiction and personal turmoil before rising into resilience and renewal. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on struggle, redemption, and the strength it takes to reclaim a life once nearly lost.
2025-08-2203 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Prince William - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Prince William—heir, father, and public figure, whose royal duties are carried alongside the quiet weight of grief and the pressures of mental health. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on resilience, vulnerability, and the humanity within the crown.
2025-08-2204 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to David Carradine - Letters to the BrokenA letter to David Carradine—actor, martial artist, and restless spirit, whose talent was shadowed by battles with addiction, identity, and inner turmoil. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on his brilliance, his struggles, and the fragility that lay beneath the surface of his artistry.
2025-08-2203 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Karen Carpenter - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Karen Carpenter—singer, musician, and gentle soul, whose extraordinary talent was shadowed by battles with anorexia and depression. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode explores the quiet struggles behind her voice and the human vulnerability often hidden beneath fame.
2025-08-2204 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Sylvia Plath - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Sylvia Plath—poet, writer, and troubled soul, whose genius was entwined with profound struggles with depression and mental illness. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode explores the depths of her inner turmoil, vulnerability, and the human cost behind her extraordinary creativity.
2025-08-2203 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Dwayne Johnson - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson—athlete, actor, and motivator, whose larger-than-life persona masks the personal struggles and vulnerabilities behind the fame. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode explores perseverance, resilience, and the human story beneath the legend.
2025-08-2103 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Delta Burke - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Delta Burke—actress, beauty queen, and survivor, whose charm on screen was matched by quiet battles with depression and self-image. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on resilience, vulnerability, and the strength it takes to be seen as yourself.
2025-08-2104 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Lady Gaga - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Lady Gaga—artist, icon, and fearless voice, whose music and persona carry both brilliance and the weight of personal struggles. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on creativity, vulnerability, and the courage it takes to live authentically in the spotlight.
2025-08-2103 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Will Smith - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Will Smith—actor, rapper, and cultural icon, whose charisma often masks inner battles with identity, pressure, and redemption. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode explores success, struggle, and the search for authenticity behind the spotlight.
2025-08-2103 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Marilyn Monroe - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Marilyn Monroe—star, muse, and fragile soul, whose brilliance on screen concealed heartbreak behind the scenes. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on beauty, vulnerability, and the woman hidden beneath the legend.
2025-08-2104 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Anthony Bourdain - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Anthony Bourdain—chef, storyteller, and wanderer, whose wit and curiosity masked a life touched by struggle and solitude. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode explores his brilliance, vulnerability, and the human complexities behind the legend.
2025-08-2104 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Ben Affleck - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Ben Affleck—actor, filmmaker, and survivor, whose talent and charm coexist with battles of addiction, anxiety, and personal struggle. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on resilience, vulnerability, and the courage it takes to face life’s shadows while in the spotlight.
2025-08-2103 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Princess Diana - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Princess Diana—icon, mother, and humanitarian, whose grace was shadowed by loneliness and pain. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on her compassion, her struggles, and the enduring legacy of the People’s Princess.
2025-08-2104 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Taylor Swift - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Taylor Swift—storyteller, dreamer, and voice of a generation, whose songs reveal both glittering success and the weight of vulnerability. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on fame, resilience, and the courage to turn pain into art.
2025-08-2104 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Naomi Judd - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Naomi Judd—singer, mother, and fighter, whose voice carried both triumph and unimaginable pain. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode explores her music, her battles with depression, and the legacy of love she left behind.
2025-08-2103 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Craig Ferguson - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Craig Ferguson—comedian, storyteller, and survivor, whose wit is matched only by his honesty about addiction and recovery. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on laughter, resilience, and the strength it takes to keep going.
2025-08-2104 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to tWitch - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Stephen “tWitch” Boss—dancer, DJ, and light in the room, whose smile masked a deeper pain. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode honors his joy, his artistry, and the silent struggles that too often go unseen.
2025-08-2105 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Sting - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Sting—poet, musician, and seeker, whose songs carry both rebellion and reflection. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode explores the artistry, solitude, and searching spirit behind the man and his music.
2025-08-2104 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Margot Kidder - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Margot Kidder—an actress of brilliance and fragility, whose battles with mental illness mirrored the roles she brought to life. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on her talent, struggles, and the quiet courage behind the spotlight.
2025-08-2105 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Elvis Presley - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Elvis Presley—the King of Rock and a soul weighed down by fame. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode explores the brilliance, loneliness, and human vulnerability behind the legend.
2025-08-1705 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Rehteah Parsons - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Rehtaeh Parsons—remembering a young life lost too soon. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode honors her story, shines a light on bullying and injustice, and calls for compassion and change.
2025-08-1704 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Terry Bradshaw - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Terry Bradshaw—athlete, broadcaster, and survivor of life’s highs and lows. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on perseverance, vulnerability, and the courage it takes to stay strong on and off the field.
2025-08-1704 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Billy Connolly - Letters to the Broken
A letter to Billy Connolly—comedian, storyteller, and bearer of life’s truths. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode celebrates his humor, his wisdom, and the courage to face life’s hardships with laughter and honesty.
2025-08-1705 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Zendaya - Letters to the Broken
A letter to Zendaya—rising star and voice of a generation. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode explores resilience, authenticity, and the courage it takes to grow up in the spotlight while staying true to yourself.
2025-08-1703 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Michael E. Knight - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Michael E. Knight—daytime television’s charming heart and quiet soul. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode honors the man behind Tad Martin, reflecting on nostalgia, empathy, and the comfort of familiar faces in difficult times.
2025-08-1705 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Courtney Love - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Courtney Love—raw, defiant, and unapologetically real. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode dives into the chaos, the controversy, and the strength it takes to survive as both a woman and a wildfire.
2025-08-1704 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Johnny Depp - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Johnny Depp—enigmatic artist and wounded soul. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on fame, fragility, and the blurred lines between performance and pain.
2025-08-1705 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Robert Munsch - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Robert Munsch—storyteller of childhood wonder and hidden pain. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode pays tribute to the man behind the beloved books, exploring the quiet battles beneath the joy he gave to generations.
2025-08-1704 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Matthew Perry - Letters to the Broken
A letter to Matthew Perry—beloved friend on screen, brave fighter off it. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode honors his humor, his struggle with addiction, and his hope to help others find their way out of the dark.
2025-08-1704 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Marie Osmond - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Marie Osmond—graceful performer and grieving mother. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on strength through sorrow, the pressure to smile through pain, and the quiet courage of carrying on.
2025-08-1704 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Winona Ryder - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Winona Ryder—muse of the misunderstood and icon of resilience. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode honors her quiet strength, her comeback spirit, and the beauty of staying true to yourself through it all.
2025-08-1704 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Jim Carrey - Letters to the Broken
A letter to Jim Carrey—comedian, philosopher, and seeker of truth. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode explores the man behind the mask, the beauty in breaking down, and the courage it takes to live authentically.
2025-08-1704 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Ernest Hemingway - Letters to the Broken
A letter to Ernest Hemingway—master of words and wounded soul. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on the brilliance, the burden, and the battle between creation and despair.
2025-08-1704 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Carrie Fisher - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Carrie Fisher—truth-teller, warrior, and unapologetic survivor. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode honors her legacy of humor, honesty, and breaking the silence around mental illness.
2025-08-1704 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Kurt Cobain - Letter to the BrokenA letter to Kurt Cobain—haunted poet of a generation. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode dives into the ache of genius, the weight of fame, and the quiet desperation behind the noise.
2025-08-1604 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Drew Barrymore - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Drew Barrymore—an ode to resilience, survival, and growing up in the spotlight. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode reflects on finding light after chaos and strength in vulnerability.
2025-08-1604 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Robin Williams - Letters to the BrokenA heartfelt letter to Robin Williams—a tribute to the laughter he gave and the pain he carried. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George, this episode honors the complexity of joy, sorrow, and the silent struggles behind a smile.
2025-08-1505 min
A Cluttered MindLetter to Prince Harry - Letters to the BrokenA letter to Prince Harry—once a symbol of hope—now a reflection on betrayal, loss, and the heartbreak of watching someone abandon who they were. From Letters to the Broken by Tracilyn George.
2025-08-1506 min
A Cluttered MindForeword to Letters to the BrokenThis is the foreword to Letters to the Broken, discussing how mental health affects individuals.
2025-08-1503 min
A Cluttered MindIntroduction to A Cluttered Mind🎙️ Introduction to A Cluttered Mind
Hosted by Tracilyn George
Welcome to A Cluttered Mind, a podcast that explores the deeply human, often messy experience of living with mental illness through the lens of storytelling.
Hosted by author Tracilyn George, this podcast is a journey through the pages of fiction and memoir—offering powerful narratives that reflect the realities of depression, bipolar disorder, addiction, and other mental health struggles.
Most episodes feature chapters from Tracilyn’s own books—raw, intimate, and honest depictions of what it means to live with a mind that doesn’t alw...
2025-08-0504 min