#25 Checking in with your loved ones

On this episode, Kevin and Justin dive into the hot topic of romantic relationships, as well as how they can have an impact on our mental health. There is much to discuss today considering the unique and contrasting romantic lives of Kevin and Justin, where Kevin has been in a relationship for over 4 years, and Justin is now newly single. We hope the episode informs your understanding of love and romance within the context of mental health, and that it aids you in your own romantic journey. KAILO Nutrition is our sponsor on this episode (19:56 - 22:45) and have a special offer for our Luminosity listeners. Head to https://www.kailo.com.au/ and use the code LUMINOSITY20 for 20% any and all products on their website!

Today, Kevin sits down with Stephen Smith, the Founder of NOCD - an OCD related resource we've been working with here on Luminosity the past few months. NOCD is on a clear mission: to restore hope for people with OCD through better awareness and treatment. So, on this episode Kevin and Stephen get into their story, his story and how we can all learn more about the topic while learning what to do about it going forward for ourselves and those around us. -- NOCD makes getting specialized therapy easier than ever by bringing licensed therapists trained in Exposure and Response Prevention therapy, the most effective treatment for OCD, right to you. In live, face-to-face video sessions, your NOCD Therapist will guide you through proven techniques that can take the power away from distressing thoughts and help you do what you love again. NOCD also accepts many major insurance plans and makes sure you’re supported between sessions, when it matters most. You’ll have 24/7 access to a community that understands what you're going through, direct messaging with your therapist, and more, all in the NOCD app. To learn more about therapy with NOCD, go to nocd.com and schedule a free 15-minute call with their team. That’s N-O-C-D.com to learn more and book a free 15-minute call.

Today, Kevin and Justin discuss the importance of checking in on your loved ones. The guys discuss the differences and similarities  between checking in with yourself versus checking in with a loved one. Furthermore, they role play what it looks like to properly check in, as well as discuss various methods for ensuring your loved ones’ wellbeing.

Today, Kevin and Justin reintroduce their special guest Drake Bell. On this episode, Justin sits down with Drake to have a follow up conversation about friendship, social media, coping with negative experiences, and so much more. Additionally, Drake opens up about the friends that he’s had by his side throughout the ups and downs of his career. The guys also get into a thoughtful chat about how we can all live happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives.

Hey, friend. We hope you’re doing well, and if you’re not, that’s okay. It’s time to get brutally honest. We’ve all experienced some level of depression in our lives. Whether in the form of sadness, grief, hopelessness, or something entirely different, it’s a perfectly acceptable and valid response to the kinds of obstacles life inevitably throws our way. The key in overcoming depression, however, lies in self-awareness, the right treatment, and knowing when to seek professional help; these are just a few of the topics addressed in this week’s episode. Furthermore, the guys discuss specific symptoms, risk factors, and other pertinent related disorders.

Listen up, everyone! In this episode, Kevin and Justin talk about focus. More specifically, how concentration and attention affect one’s personal and professional lives, as well as how the two terms relate to certain mental health disorders. ADHD, trauma, and dissociative disorders are discussed in depth, as well as focus’ relationship to them. Furthermore, the guys address certain topics like amnesia, dissociation, and depersonalization in their quest to understand how attention and focus contribute to mental health.

Today, Kevin and Justin welcome their much anticipated guest, Drake Bell, to the podcast. In this episode, Drake opens up about traumatic events he experienced as a young child working in the entertainment industry. As two former child actors, Kevin and Drake discuss the urgent need for change in how children are protected in a rather vulnerable industry. Furthermore, Drake shares how this trauma has affected him throughout his life, and what he has done to combat it. The result is one of our most powerful, compelling, and emotional episodes to date, and listeners can find both solace and confidence in knowing that they are not alone.

Welcome back to Luminosity! Kevin and Justin are finally back in the saddle for season 2, starting with this week’s episode on anxiety. The guys assess what it is, what it looks like, as well as compare the clinical definition versus today’s societal definition. Causes, treatment, prognosis, and coping skills are discussed in depth, and the guys take a look at common anxiety disorders. Through yet another vulnerable, open, and honest conversation, they share their experiences struggling with anxiety, and how they’ve persevered to achieve healthy and productive lives.

Today, Kevin and Justin discuss the topics of attachment and codependency. More specifically, the guys address how unhealthy attachments can become codependent relationships. Additionally, they cover the different types of love, and what consummate love, otherwise known as “perfect” love, should look like. Included in this episode is a resource on codependency from Luminosity’s friends at Mental Health America, which can be found here: https://www.mhanational.org/co-dependency

On this episode, Justin and Kevin discuss healthy ways to cope with stress. Stress is all around us, and therefore, inevitable, but through revelatory conversation, we discover that stress is entirely manageable. Furthermore, the guys walk through the “Guide to Healthy Minds” from their friends at the Project Healthy Minds organization as a resource for effective methods in managing stress. Project Healthy Minds Guide can be found right here - referenced with the resources on stress Kevin and Justin talk about on this episode. Love the Luminosity podcast? Be sure to follow, rate and review today, as well as share this with someone who may need it! Co-hosts and Executive Producers: Justin Crawford and Kevin Quinn Produced by JUST Media —  Disclaimer: Please be advised, the following podcast may contain opinions, advice, or other suggestive content regarding mental health, and as we are not experts, should be treated as discretionary. Please consult with a medical professional if you are struggling with mental health issues. Alternatively, if you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please dial 988 or go to your nearest emergency room.