#224 in this week’s solo episode, i open up about the mental health struggle i’ve recently been having and how i’ve developed a ‘should’ mentality around it. i explain how when we constantly tell ourselves we ‘should’ be a certain way with our mental health, we’re actually creating shame and stopping ourselves from living our best lives. in this episode, i break down how we can all stop ‘shoulding’ and shaming ourselves and instead create actionable changes in our lives. i talk about: • how i ca...
Jun 26, 2025•22 min
welcome to the new mental health minis series ! every other monday, we will feature a five-minute mini-episode with content from a past she persisted episode. this week’s guest is dr. justin puder – a licensed psychologist who works with teens and young adults around many mental health difficulties including anxiety, depression, trauma, and loneliness. in this mini-episode, you'll learn his tips for teens on starting therapy and how parents can help in this process. to listen to the full episode...
Jun 23, 2025•5 min
#223 today’s guest is dr. rosalind chow — an associate professor of organizational behavior and theory at carnegie mellon university who studies the power of social hierarchy and its impact on diversity and inclusion efforts within organizations. her recently published book, the doors you can open, revolutionizes the way we network in the workplace. in this episode, we break down what work mentors & sponsors look like (and how you can land one yourself!) and how inequality affects the workpl...
Jun 19, 2025•48 min
#222 today’s guest is dr. emily anhalt —clinical psychologist, emotional fitness expert, author, and co-founder of coa: your gym for mental health . dr. anhalt specializes in helping individuals, founders, and teams build emotional wellness through everyday mental fitness practices. in this episode, we dive deep into what it actually means to be emotionally fit—and how gen z can build better mental health at school, work, and in life. we talk about: • what emotional fitness is and how to build i...
May 31, 2025•50 min
Welcome to the new Mental Health Minis series! Every other Monday, we will feature a 5-minute mini-episode with content from a past She Persisted episode. This week’s guests are Heather Turgeon and Julie Wright— psychotherapists, sleep experts, and the authors of The Happy Sleeper and Generation Sleepless . In this mini-episode, you'll learn why teenagers today are so sleep deprived and what every teen can do to get better sleep. To listen to the full episode, click HERE ! @shepersistedpodcast...
May 26, 2025•6 min
#221 In this week’s episode, we are sharing part two of our tips for being a psychology major! I am once again joined by my friend (and fellow psych major at UPenn!) to discuss even more things you absolutely need to know about majoring in psychology in college. We share more of our expert advice on topics including: + how important your grades really are + what extracurricular activities we’d recommend + greek life, making friends, & FOMO + getting funding & grants for psych research + ...
May 16, 2025•34 min
#220 In this week’s episode, I am joined by one of my closest friends at UPenn to discuss one of our favorite topics: being a psych major! In this episode, Olivia and I break down everything you need to know about majoring in psychology in college. We share all of our absolute best advice on what we wish we’d known before picking psychology as our major, including: + whether psychology is a competitive major + the different areas of psychology & career options for each + what psychology clas...
May 13, 2025•47 min
#219 Today's guest is Greg Walton— the Michael Forman University Fellow and Professor of Psychology at Stanford University. His research investigates psychological processes that contribute to major social problems and how “wise” psychological interventions can address such problems and help people flourish. In this episode, we discuss: + stereotyping & how it can affect academic performance + the current gap in academics between girls & boys + challenges faced by students of color in ou...
May 02, 2025•38 min
#218 Today’s guest is Dr. Emily Weinstein— a psychologist, author, educator, parent, and longtime tech researcher who co-founded the Center for Digital Thriving at Harvard Graduate School of Education. She has spent over a decade researching the ways today’s technologies are shaping and reshaping adolescents’ lives. In this episode, we discuss: + how technology & social media affect people differently + common cognitive distortions caused by social media + whether social media is causing the...
Apr 24, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Welcome to the new Mental Health Minis series! Every Monday, we will feature a 5-minute mini-episode with content from a past She Persisted episode. This week's episode is a solo episode on college burnout! You'll learn how to prevent feeling burnt out as a college student and what to do if you're currently in a burnout. To listen to the full episode, click HERE ! SHOP GUEST RECOMMENDATIONS: https://amzn.to/3A69GOC LET'S CONNECT + Instagram (@shepersistedpodcast) + Website (shepersistedp...
Apr 21, 2025•6 min
#217 In this week's solo episode, I am sharing one of my absolute favorite mental health books as a part of my new book club series! This week's pick is Lost Connections by Johann Hari, a New York Times bestselling book that explores what truly causes (and fixes!) depression. In this episode, I break down my favorite quotes and teachings from the book, on topics including: + the chemical imbalance theory & why we're over-prescribed anti-depressants + a theory that explains why people actuall...
Apr 13, 2025•1 hr 6 min
#216 Today's guest is Kelly Uchima—a passionate Asian American mental health advocate and wellness content creator, named Health and Wellness Influencer of the Year by the Influence Agency in 2023. As a sought-after speaker at events hosted by Meta, Samsung, VidCon, and Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine , Kelly is dedicated to breaking down mental health stigmas through her honest and vulnerable storytelling. In this episode, we discuss: + what it's like to struggle with an ED at a young age + ...
Mar 30, 2025•54 min
#215 Today's guest is Dr. Caroline Fleck—a licensed psychologist, corporate consultant, author, and an Adjunct Clinical Instructor at Stanford University. She is a respected voice in psychology and has been featured in national media outlets, including The New York Times , Good Morning America , and The Huffington Post . In this episode, we discuss: + The stigma around getting treated with DBT + If meditation can help in treating depression + How you see the world when you're depressed + The rol...
Mar 23, 2025•1 hr 4 min
#214 In this week's solo episode, I am once again reacting to mental health posts on Reddit! I poured through TONS of Reddit posts on different mental health challenges people are experiencing in college and shared my most unfiltered responses to them. In this episode, I give my advice on: + Navigating group assignments in your classes + Balancing your work load and social life + Aligning extracurriculars with your career goals + Feeling lonely in college + What I wish I knew before starting fre...
Mar 11, 2025•57 min
She Persisted is THE Gen Z mental health podcast. In each episode, Sadie brings you authentic, accessible, relatable conversations about every aspect of mental wellness. Expect evidence-based, Gen Z-approved resources, coping skills (lots of DBT), insights, and education in each piece of content you consume. She Persisted offers you a safe space to feel validated and understood in your struggle while encouraging you to take ownership of your journey and build your life worth living. Sadie Sutton...
Mar 05, 2025•2 min
Welcome to the new Mental Health Minis series! Every Monday, we will feature a 5-minute mini-episode with content from a past She Persisted episode. This week's episode is a solo episode on why you should become an optimist! You'll learn the amazing benefits of being optimistic and how you can start learning to see the bright side of things. To listen to the full episode, click HERE ! SHOP GUEST RECOMMENDATIONS: https://amzn.to/3A69GOC LET'S CONNECT + Instagram (@shepersistedpodcast) + Website (...
Mar 03, 2025•5 min
#213 Today's guest is John R. Miles — a former U.S. Navy officer, Fortune 50 senior executive, entrepreneur, author, and award-winning podcast host. He is a recognized expert on intentional behavior change, leadership, personal mastery, and the transformative power of "mattering." In this episode, we discuss: + The theory that explains many people's career struggles + How to start discovering your authentic self & purpose in life + Finding your "stuck points" & healing them + Positive ps...
Mar 01, 2025•40 min
#212 Today's guest is Glenn R. Schiraldi. He has served on the stress management faculties at the Pentagon, the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation, and the University of Maryland, where he received the Outstanding Teaching Award. He is the author of various articles and books on human mental and physical health and the founder of Resilience Training International, which teaches practical, effective coping skills to build the strengths of resilience. In this episode, we discuss: + ...
Feb 17, 2025•41 min
Welcome to the new Mental Health Minis series! Every other Monday, we will feature a 5-minute mini-episode with content from a past She Persisted episode. This week’s guest is Jeffrey Hall— a professor, researcher, and expert on the psychology of friendship. In this mini-episode, you'll learn why people tend to be loneliest in their 20s and 30s and ways to reduce this loneliness. To listen to the full episode, click HERE ! SHOP GUEST RECOMMENDATIONS: https://amzn.to/3A69GOC LET'S CONNECT + Insta...
Feb 12, 2025•6 min
#211 In this week's solo episode, I discuss everything I learned in my Grit Lab course as a psychology major at the University of Pennsylvania. This class is taught by Dr. Angela Duckworth , a Penn professor, researcher, MacArthur fellow, and best-selling author. This episode is your condensed guide on how you can use grit to achieve success and become an expert in your field. I explain: + A viral study on how to determine someone's level of grit + Key differences between grit and self-control +...
Feb 06, 2025•43 min
#210 Today's guest is Kathryn Gordon — a licensed clinical psychologist, speaker, and author. She specializes in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and has written several books on using CBT skills to prevent suicide. In this episode, we discuss: + Why people have suicidal thoughts + The "mismatched" nature of feeling suicidal + How suicidal thoughts progress into behaviors + Having healthy conversations about suicide + Co-ruminating about suicide & setting boundaries + What to expect when i...
Jan 31, 2025•43 min
Welcome to the new Mental Health Minis series! Every Monday, we will feature a 5-minute mini-episode with content from a past She Persisted episode. This week's episode is a solo episode on what I wish I'd known about depression when I was struggling. You'll learn three popular misconceptions about depression before I share some game-changing mental health habits I've implemented. To listen to the full episode, click HERE ! SHOP GUEST RECOMMENDATIONS: https://amzn.to/3A69GOC LET'S CONNECT + Inst...
Jan 20, 2025•6 min
#209 In this week's solo episode, I discuss how to set healthy habits and achieve your goals this year using psychology! I'll be sharing my favorite psychology hacks on how to set achievable habits and goals before diving into my personal goals for 2025. In this episode, I explain: + The difference between motivation & volition + Key frameworks that will help you achieve your goals + The importance of making plans & the most effective ways to set plans + Three psychology hacks for achiev...
Jan 17, 2025•47 min
#208 Today's guests are Alison Malmon and Lauren Cikara of Active Minds , the nation’s leading nonprofit organization promoting mental health awareness and education for young adults. Active Minds has a vibrant network of chapters and award-winning programs at more than 1,000 colleges and universities, K12 schools, workplaces, and communities nationwide. Alison heads the organization as its Founder and Executive Director, while Lauren acts as the VP of School Mental Health. In this episode, we d...
Jan 04, 2025•41 min
Welcome to the new Mental Health Minis series! Every other Monday, we will feature a 5-minute mini-episode with content from a past She Persisted episode. This week’s guest is Thais Gibson— a best-selling author, counselor, speaker, and founder of The Personal Development School. In this mini-episode, you'll learn the types of attachment styles and five ways to form a more secure attachment style. To listen to the full episode, click HERE ! SHOP GUEST RECOMMENDATIONS: https://amzn.to/3A69GOC LET...
Jan 01, 2025•6 min
Welcome to the new Mental Health Minis series! Every other Monday, we will feature a 5-minute mini-episode with content from a past She Persisted episode. This week’s guest is Tara Bixby—a therapist, anxiety coach, and host of the Courageously.u Podcast . In this mini-episode, you'll learn why we feel anxiety and ways to reduce your anxiety. To listen to the full episode, click HERE ! SHOP GUEST RECOMMENDATIONS: https://amzn.to/3A69GOC LET'S CONNECT + Instagram (@shepersistedpodcast) + Website (...
Dec 16, 2024•5 min
#207 Today's guest is Dr. Steven Hollon —the Gertrude Conaway Vanderbilt Professor of Psychology at Vanderbilt University. His work focuses on the etiology and treatment of depression in adults, with his research showing that cognitive and behavioral interventions for depression can be as efficacious as and more enduring than antidepressant medications. In this episode, we discuss: + Why Dr. Hollon became interested in studying depression + What percentage of the population actually struggles wi...
Dec 12, 2024•29 min
Welcome to the new Mental Health Minis series! Every other Monday, we will feature a 5-minute mini-episode with content from a past She Persisted episode. This week’s guest is Alexis Neiers—an author, mental health advocate, addiction center owner, and host of the Recovering from Reality podcast. In this mini-episode, you'll learn what people with substance addictions and their loved ones need to know about the nature of addiction. To listen to the full episode, click HERE ! SHOP GUEST RECOMMEND...
Dec 03, 2024•6 min
#206 Today's guest is Dr. Mark Zachary Rosenthal —a clinical psychologist and an Associate Professor in the Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences department and the Psychology & Neuroscience department at Duke University. He is also the director of the Duke Center for Misophonia and Emotion Regulation (CMER) , where he pioneers research on misophonia, emotional functioning, borderline personality disorder, virtual reality, digital health, and behavioral therapies. We are also joined by Grace ...
Dec 01, 2024•52 min
#205 In this week's solo episode, I discuss what I wish I'd known when struggling with anxiety. Through my lived experiences with anxiety as well as my psychology coursework and academic research, I've collected a lot of tips on how to manage anxiety. In this episode, I share these tips with you, including: + A quote about anxiety that changed my entire perspective + The best way to attribute your anxiety + A DBT skill for stopping a panic attack or thought spiral + The evolutionary purpose of a...
Nov 22, 2024•51 min
