Finding Freedom in Self-Care

In this heartfelt interview, 16-year-old Tatiana shares her personal journey with mental health, coping strategies, and the importance of open conversations about mental well-being among youth. Discover her insights on overcoming anxiety, supporting peers, and advocating for mental health awareness.

  This episode explores resilience in the face of adversity, personal growth through grief, and spiritual maturity. The hosts share their journey of overcoming challenges with podcast platform issues, personal life changes, and deep reflections on faith and peace.  

In this powerful and deeply vulnerable episode, we sit down with Melissa Schrade, a board member of Community Suicide Prevention (CSP) in Southeastern Idaho. Melissa shares the mission and purpose behind CSP — an organization dedicated to education, awareness, and support in suicide prevention efforts within our community.  Melissa bravely shares her personal story. Three years ago, she lost her child to suicide. With incredible courage and honesty, she opens up about grief, strength, and what it means to keep moving forward after unimaginable loss. This episode is tender, raw, and important. It’s a conversation about prevention, healing, and the power of community. We believe everyone needs to hear it. 

In this episode of the Just Stay Podcast, the hosts discuss their personal experiences with grief, healing, and the importance of human connection during difficult times. They explore the challenges of managing stress, especially during the holiday season, and the narratives we create around our stress and anxiety. The conversation emphasizes the significance of identifying underlying emotions, the need for control in daily life, and the acceptance of individual quirks and perspectives.

  In this episode of the Just Stay podcast, the hosts discuss various challenges they face in podcasting, including technical issues and the importance of mental health. They explore the impact of habits on well-being, the journey of self-love, and the significance of embracing sensitivity. The conversation also touches on physical limitations, the process of facing trauma, and the power of choice in grief. Ultimately, they reflect on personal growth and the importance of being present for loved ones despite struggles.  

In this episode, we sit down with Stephanie Toldson, Brandee’s personal therapist and an Advanced Grief and Loss Counseling Specialist, for an incredibly insightful and meaningful conversation. Stephanie shares her own journey into this work and what led her to choose a career centered around grief, trauma, and healing. We also dive into EMDR therapy....what it is, how it works, and why it can be such a powerful tool when it comes to processing trauma and loss. This episode is filled with practical wisdom, honest conversation, and “aha” moments that help demystify therapy and remind us that healing is possible, even when the work is hard. We walked away with so many valuable takeaways, and we know you will too.

In this episode of the Just Stay Podcast, the Brandee and Kenzie discuss the challenges they have faced recently, including trademark issues that have affected their podcasting journey. They share their experiences with grief, the importance of human connection during difficult times, and how they manage stress and anxiety, especially during the holiday season. Their conversation emphasizes the value of vulnerability and authenticity in navigating life's challenges.

In this episode of the Just Stay Podcast, the hosts explore the significance of friendships, the impact of negative conversations, and the importance of mental health awareness. They discuss the need for deeper connections, the challenges of setting boundaries, and the courage required to engage in meaningful conversations about beliefs. The episode emphasizes the value of community support and the responsibility to break stigmas surrounding mental health.  

  In this episode of the Just Stay Podcast, the hosts welcome Nate Holloway, the owner of Elite Prodigy Training (EPT). Nate shares his inspiring journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a mentor for youth through sports training. He discusses the importance of building confidence in kids, the impact of mentorship, and the significance of creating a supportive community. The conversation also touches on the challenges of balancing work and family life, and the ripple effect of positive influence in the lives of young people.  

  In this episode of Just Stay, the hosts reflect on their recent break, discussing the importance of self-care and coping mechanisms during colder months. They share personal experiences of anxiety related to leaving their children behind and the freedom found in taking time for oneself. The conversation delves into themes of growth through life's challenges, the impact of trauma, and the struggle with victim mentality. They emphasize the importance of self-awareness and the journey of healing, while also exploring the dichotomy of pain and personal growth. The episode concludes with a focus on the value of deep connections and meaningful conversations.