There is a special bond between a mother and daughter but unfortunately, Gretchen Clark has never experienced that. In this episode, Gretchen opens up about growing up with a mother who suffers from depression, how that has emotionally shaped her and her inspirational journey to succeed on her own. We also hear how Gretchen manages her anxiety, how she loves her dogs more than (most) people and why her motto is "Don't be a dick." @gbclark
Mar 09, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 24
This year has been an emotional roller coaster for so many people and maybe not everyone is ready or comfortable to talk about how they feel, but people are listening. In this episode, our host, Megan Armstrong reflects on the first two seasons of this podcast, opens up about falling back into some old habits she's worked so hard to overcome and how maybe 2020 is actually an opportunity to help our next generation. We learn about the goals for season 3 and how this series will always be about ho...
Sep 01, 2020•15 min•Ep. 23
At 21 years old, Candice Cunningham Scott was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. The autoimmune disease not only affected her physical well being but her mental health as well. In this episode we hear how Candice took control of her health through self-education and exercise and how her disease actually inspired her to become a fitness trainer to help others. We also learn how Candice navigated a positive COVID-19 test earlier this year, how it took a toll on her mental health and what steps s...
Aug 18, 2020•57 min•Ep. 22
As a local fitness instructor and personal trainer, Sarah Brown Laderberg inspires clients daily. But just a few years ago her love of healthy foods became a very unhealthy obsession that took over her life. In this episode we hear how Sarah has struggled to deal with her father's relationship with alcohol, how she is still coping with her anxiety and how she took back control of her relationship with food. @sarahbrownladerberg
Aug 11, 2020•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 21
Growing up as a first generation Taiwanese American, Jonathan Chen had many expectations placed upon him and struggled to find the balance between doing what made him happy and pleasing his parents. In this episode we hear how Jonathan went against the grain of his cultural expectations to find happiness as a professional ballroom dancer and fitness instructor. @jonkchen
Aug 04, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 20
It wasn't until Ashley Francis lived in San Diego that she realized making a ton of money and living in paradise wouldn't change the way she was feeling about herself and her life. In this episode we hear how Ashley completely changed her career path going from corporate America to fitness studio owner and how she channeled her dad's entrepreneurial spirit to open TURN Studio on August 30, 2018. @turn_atl @turn_ashley
Jul 28, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 19
When we think of disordered eating and body image issues we usually think of girls and women in their teens and 20s. But, it wasn’t until 41 when Allison Hare struggled with her relationship with food and severe body dysmorphia. In this episode we learn what happened to Allison to trigger this trauma and how she learned to cope with her disorder. As a mother of two, loving wife, podcast host & coach and technology sales badass, Allison Hare gets real, vulnerable and even flips the script on ...
Jul 21, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 18
Born in Seoul, South Korea, Chris Thompson’s birth mother dropped him off at an orphanage when he was a year and a half. He was lucky enough to be adopted at two years old but growing up as the only Asian boy in rural Mississippi to caucasian parents definitely had some challenges. In this episode we learn about how adoption, divorce and his adopted mom’s death have all played a role in Chris’ depression and how he has worked to change the narrative to make the most of his life.
Jul 14, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 17
Kelly Henderson was expecting twin girls but at her 25 week checkup she knew something was wrong. Hope Isabella Henderson never made it to her due date but her memory lives on in twin sister Shelby, brother Pace and baby Henderson due this fall. In this episode we learn what it's like to lose a child, how it affects a marriage, the pain a family goes through dealing with life and death at the same time and finding hope in tragedy.
Jul 07, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 16
There is a stigma that comes with being an NFL player but Brandon Chubb is breaking that in this episode. As a black man growing up in Marietta, Georgia we learn how football shaped Brandon both professionally and personally, how race has played a factor in his life and how he has struggled with depression over the last year and a half. IG: @chubb @chubbfoundation Website: www.chubbfoundation.com
Jun 30, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 15
Did you know there is a direct correlation between our gut health, hormones and genetics when it comes to mental health and illness? In this episode, STAT Wellness Founder, Kristin Oja, DNP, FNP-C, IFMCP discusses how the foods we eat could actually be contributing to our mental health or lack thereof. She also talks about how stress and physical fitness can play a big part in depression and anxiety and why it’s important to know what’s really going on with our own physiology. Kristin provides t...
Jun 23, 2020•55 min•Ep. 14
Kim Schaper’s mental health journey began at the age of 7 years old when she was molested by her grandfather. For years she struggled with eating disorders, depression and finding self love. From trips in and out of treatment centers, being over medicated for years, to educating herself about mental health and wellness Kim is an inspiration. She uses her experiences to help others on their physical and mental health journeys as a way to find overall wellness.
Jun 16, 2020•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 13
From the outside, it looked liked Kristin Mize had the perfect life. Married to her high school sweetheart she had a beautiful baby boy who was one and a half, she was pregnant with 2 more twin boys on the way, had a great career living in a suburb of Atlanta and even had the picket fence to go with it. But it wasn't until she finally told her husband he'd be better off without her that she was able to get the help she needed after being diagnosed with Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder. With t...
Jun 09, 2020•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 12
On November 9th, 2018, Dan Curran's dad took his own life. Dan is the friend who encouraged our host, Megan, to share her story which inspired this podcast. In this episode we learn how depression and suicide affect our loved ones and why it's a final act of desperation. Dan also sheds light on his own struggles with anxiety and the steps he took to overcome panic attacks. As a high school physical education teacher, Dan shares his perspective on what our youth are going through as anxiety and d...
Dec 17, 2019•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 11
Denae Olberding found confidence and true happiness in running. But after daily training, malnutrition and anorexia, and running over 13 marathons in just a few short years her body began to shut down. In this episode Denae talks about walking away from the one thing she loved the most and how it affected her both physically and mentally. She also discusses the healing process, finding joy in creating a run club for others and shares that the struggle is still present today.
Dec 10, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 10
In Part 2 of Phillip's story, we learn about the moment he hit rock bottom and planned to end his life. Phillip now uses his story to help others from all walks of life. He encourages people to ask for help to get through the hardest times and is leading by example by being vulnerable and sharing his emotional journey.
Dec 03, 2019•24 min•Ep. 9
Phillip Blow is most well-known for his Mr. Olympia title, his larger than life smile, and his impact on the fitness community - but that is just the surface. In Part 1 of Phillip's story, we learn how his self-confidence has been continuously challenged his whole life from his relationship with his dad growing up to his relationships with women since he was assaulted at 17. We also learn that the death of his first born daughter taught him the value of life after she passed away at just 10 mont...
Dec 03, 2019•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 8
Renee Klein's story begins with her sister, Sandy. When Sandy was just 2.5 years old she was hypersensitive to people and things in her environment, and her family knew she was atypical for her age. At 8 years old, Sandy had a psychotic break and her family's lives would never be the same. Renee shares how the struggles of a family member very much affects the entire family and their group of friends. Her family turned that challenge into something good in bringing awareness and action to help s...
Nov 26, 2019•45 min•Ep. 7
As one of Atlanta's top trainers and community creators, Heath Ward struggled for years with his own sense of self worth. After years of abuse in his childhood, Heath found healing in friends, fitness, accountability and being vulnerable. In this episode we hear how Heath uses his own story to help mentor young men struggling physically, emotionally and spiritually.
Nov 19, 2019•47 min•Ep. 6
Kinsey Trzcinski went through more in her first 26 years than most people do in a lifetime. From being a caregiver to her mother until her dying day, getting divorced just months after her mom's death to learning her dad was not the person she thought, Kinsey is resilient to say the least. In this episode we learn how Kinsey found a new role in taking care of herself, how she strives to find the positive in the most devastating times and how she is bringing her energy and light to her new found ...
Nov 12, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 5
Garett Sakahara went from weighing 400 pounds to becoming a DDP Yoga instructor. He struggled with PTSD in his 20s after he was held up at gun-point and found therapy, music and being honest with his family were necessary to cope and get through it. His weight has been a rollercoaster and his life is a work in progress but in this episode Garett shares how surrounding himself with a supportive community and helping others through their struggles makes him feel happy and healthy.
Nov 06, 2019•49 min•Ep. 4
Lillian Charles in the founder of Style Therapy. She encourages women to first learn to dress their shape and then to think of their wardrobe as a canvas to tell their stories. In this episode, Lillian shares her story of growing up with ADHD and reflects on depression and sexual assault. But most importantly, Lillian shares how she overcame her past, how she is affected today and how she honors herself always. This is Lillian’s story.
Oct 29, 2019•43 min•Ep. 3
In this episode, Megan speaks to Sheldon Beers. Sheldon is an amazing SoulCycle instructor, husband, dog lover and spirit junkie. Megan met Sheldon in Atlanta when they briefly taught at the same cycling studio and they have been friends ever since. In the conversation, Sheldon opens up about his experiences with depression, addiction, sexuality and essentially how he went from a failed suicide attempt to believing that he was alive for a bigger reason. Sheldon is someone who embodies the spirit...
Oct 22, 2019•59 min•Ep. 2
6 Feet Above was created when I started to share my journey of spending 16 years wishing I was 6 feet under, to living a full and happy life, 6 feet above. The more I told my story, the more I realized people were genuinely interested in my struggles, without passing the judgement I was always fearful of. I discovered that people wanted and needed to talk about their stories and struggles, and began to confide in me. I started to realize we all have a past with difficulties, and we are probably ...
Oct 16, 2019•15 min•Ep. 1
