The Elephant in the Room

Life is all about perspective and sometimes we need to be shown a new way of thinking. It's okay. There are many conversations that need to be had...and now more than ever is the time to have them. I hope that this podcast challenges everyone who listens to it to not only open their minds, but also their hearts. I encourage everyone to take part in the conversations and to not let them die at the end of each episode. We're going to talk about it all: mental health, relationships, loss and so much more. So sit back, grab your favorite snack and join me as we address the elepant in the room.

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Episodes

Episode 9: Personal Story Time [“Just Be Strong”]

I know that I told you all that I would be more consistent in my posting in the last episode. However, just like many of you, COVID-19 came through and did some damage in my life and I’m still picking up the pieces trying to make sense of it all. This is not a typical episode. This episode is very personal. Though I was hesitant to make and release this episode, I had to think about the purpose of my podcast: to help others feel like their not alone and to maybe help someone who may be going thr...

Dec 30, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 9

Episode 8: Bipolar Stability

In this episode I discuss what bipolar stability is and how I managed to achieve and maintain it the few times that I have. There are many things over the years that I have had to learn to change and sacrifice in over to achieve this stability and it wasn't always easy, but it was most definitely worth it. What would you be willing to sacrifice to achieve and maintain bipolar stability? Follow me on Instagram and Twitter for all episode releases and updates. There may be a few extra special holi...

Nov 13, 2020•57 min•Season 1Ep. 8

Episode 7: Working w/Bipolar Disorder

In this episode I share with you my experiences over the last 7 years of working and having a mental disorder (the times before I knew and the times when I did). If you have any questions or comments please feel free to message me on Twitter or Instagram, send me and email or leave a voice message here.

Oct 30, 2020•59 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Episode 6: Medication and Treatment Plans

In this short episode, I'll be talking about finding the right treatment plan and how important it can be for people with mental illnesses. I will also talk about my struggles in trying to find the right treatment plan for myself over the years.

Oct 16, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Episode 5: Parenting with Bipolar Disorder

I thought it would be a great idea to share what it has been like for me to be a new parent with bipolar disorder. Parenting is hard enough without a mental disorder; but because I have one, I have faced some challenges that other people may not have. In this episode I talk about my fears of having children, what my pregnancy journey was like, my run-in with post partum depression, and my journey thus far as a parent while juggling "the return" of my bipolar disorder. Though I share many details...

Oct 02, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Episode 4: "The Talk" of 2020

We have all received "the talk" at some point in our lives. Whether it be the coming of age/sex talk, the bullying talk, the "don't talk to strangers" talk, we have all been sat down by an adult a had one or more versions of "the talk". However, given recent, and not so recent, events, parents are finding themselves having a (not so) new talk with their children. This (not so) new talk covers topics such as racial injustice, police brutality, racism/colorism, etc. Things we didn't think we would...

Sep 18, 2020•59 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Episode 3: Mental Health Stigma

I'm sure you've seen the hashtag #endstigma somewhere on your social media. Mental health stigma is a real issue and it's time we talk about exactly what it is, why it even exists and how to get rid of it once and for all. It's not easy living with a mental illness, and we don't need people painting the wrong picture of us creating more panic and fear. Help me by joining in on this conversation and making the pledge to end mental health stigma.

Aug 28, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Episode 2: Checking In/Story Time- Journey to Bipolar Disorder

The beginning half of this episode is me simply checking in with everyone- making sure that you all are okay given everything going on in the world (and our country) right now. The second half of this episode is a brief (somewhat rushed) story time that explains how I began my "bipolar journey". I know I rushed through and skipped a lot of details, but a more detailed episode is coming soon. This is just a introduction as to who and where I am now in my life so that when I do start to discuss de...

Aug 14, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Episode 1: Intro and #PrayforYe

This episode is just an introduction the the podcast; giving my viewers a chance to get to know me and what they can expect from this podcast. I also took the second half of this episode to talk about a recent current event as to explore our compassion (and lack thereof) for people with mental disorders. This is a short episode just to kick things off and get the conversations starting. I hope you enjoy and subscribe. -Caitlyn

Jul 30, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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