Meg Donnelly: Managing Intrusive Thoughts and Anxiety

This week, the Lautners took The Squeeze to Detroit, Michigan for an exclusive sit-down interview with Aidan Hutchinson, former Michigan Wolverine and current Detroit Lion, widely regarded as one of the NFL’s best defensive players. Aidan opens up about the moment his record-setting season abruptly ended with a devastating leg injury, breaking both his tibia and fibula. He shares the raw emotions of being carted off the field, the challenges of acceptance and recovery, and what his coach Dan Campbell shared with him post-injury. Aidan reflects on the Lions' historic season, his admiration for the team's performance in his absence, and the delicate balance between his drive to return and prioritizing his long-term health. He offers insights into his rehab progress, mental outlook, and the unwavering support of his family throughout his recovery. Aidan also reveals how the experience has reshaped his perspective and shares the mantra that keeps him grounded, along with the inspiration behind his meaningful tattoo.Be sure to follow Aidan https://instagram.com/aidanhutch97 and HOUSE of HUTCH https://instagram.com/thehousehutch/! To email us your questions or share your story, you can reach out to [email protected] sure to rate, review, and follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode! Plus, follow us on Instagram:The Squeeze:  https://instagram.com/thesqueeze/Tay Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylautner/Taylor Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylorlautner/& TikTok:  https://tiktok.com/@thesqueezepodcastTo learn more from The Lemons Foundation, follow  https://instagram.com/lemonsbytay/ and visit lemonsbytay.comEpisode Sponsors:Put your water to work with Gatorade Hydration Booster. You can use code BOOST20 on Gatorade.com to try it yourself for 20% off.Visit repurpose.com and use code SQUEEZE25 at checkout for 25% off your entire order. You can also find us at Ralph's, Kroger, Whole Foods, and Albertsons. This year, replace it with Repurpose and host with joy for you and the planet.Go to Storyworth.com/squeeze today and save $10 on your first purchase! Discover Drunk Elephant’s C-Luma Hydrabright Serum at Ulta Beauty stores and online at ulta.comGift yourself and your loved ones the best gift of all - Jenni Kayne. Get 15% off your first order when you use code THESQUEEZE at checkout at jennikayne.com.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Lautners welcome back YouTube star Laura Lee for part two of her exclusive episode! If you missed part one, Laura opened up for the first time about growing up with an alcoholic father, navigating life in severe poverty, and how those early challenges fueled her drive to create a better life. In this week’s part two, Laura Lee reflects on her rise to YouTube fame and the challenges of navigating a public controversy that turned the internet against her. She opens up about the deeply personal journey of adopting her niece, Eryn, sharing the reasons behind her decision and the grueling court battle it entailed. Laura also bravely discusses how her sister’s time in prison became a turning point, the profound pain of losing her mother to Covid without the chance to say goodbye, and the ongoing process of grieving that loss. Wrapping up, she offers insights into where her career stands today, what she’s most proud of, and heartfelt advice for anyone growing up in households shaped by addiction.Check out part 1 of Laura’s episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ebSMUWjFggBe sure to follow Laura on Instagram https://instagram.com/larlarlee/ and on YouTube https://youtube.com/@laura88lee, as well as her podcast https://youtube.com/@foolcoveragepodcast!To email us your questions or share your story, you can reach out to [email protected] sure to rate, review, and follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode! Plus, follow us on Instagram:The Squeeze:  https://instagram.com/thesqueeze/Tay Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylautner/Taylor Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylorlautner/& TikTok:  https://tiktok.com/@thesqueezepodcastTo learn more from The Lemons Foundation, follow  https://instagram.com/lemonsbytay/ and visit lemonsbytay.comEpisode Sponsors:Find gifts guaranteed to bring joy to every hard-to-shop for person this season at saks.comVisit repurpose.com and use code SQUEEZE25 at checkout for 25% off your entire order. Visit DrinkCulturePop.com and use code SQUEEZE at checkout for 20% off your first purchase. Get JackBlack.com/SQUEEZE and use code SQUEEZE for 10% off your order.Get 25% off your first month at ritual.com/THESQUEEZE. Start Ritual or add Essential for Women 18+ to your subscription today.Get 25% off + free shipping on Roots Focus at drinkroots.com with code SQUEEZE. Visit drinkroots.com for details.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week’s episode, the Lautners are joined by YouTube star Laura Lee for an honest conversation about her journey from a chaotic childhood to building an online empire. Laura opens up about growing up with an alcoholic father, her family’s struggles, and how her sister’s teenage pregnancy led her, her mom, and her sister to leave her dad—only to face severe poverty. She shares how those early challenges fueled her drive to create a better life, from posting her first YouTube videos to moving to California with her now-husband Tyler Williams. Laura reflects on her rise to success, amassing millions of followers and launching her own makeup line. Check back next week for part 2, where Laura dives into how a major public controversy led to one of the lowest points in her life, the court battle to adopt her niece, what she’s most proud of today, and more.Be sure to follow Laura on Instagram https://instagram.com/larlarlee/ and YouTube https://youtube.com/@laura88lee, as well as her podcast https://youtube.com/@foolcoveragepodcast!To email us your questions or share your story, you can reach out to [email protected] sure to rate, review, and follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode! Plus, follow us on Instagram:The Squeeze:  https://instagram.com/thesqueeze/Tay Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylautner/Taylor Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylorlautner/& TikTok:  https://tiktok.com/@thesqueezepodcastTo learn more from The Lemons Foundation, follow  https://instagram.com/lemonsbytay/ and visit lemonsbytay.comEpisode Sponsors:Put your water to work with Gatorade Hydration Booster. You can use code BOOST20 on Gatorade.com to try it yourself for 20% off.Tonal is offering our listeners $200 off your Tonal purchase with promo code Squeeze.Find gifts guaranteed to bring joy to every hard-to-shop for person this season at saks.com.Head to JLOBEAUTY.com/SQUEEZE to receive 20% off and THREE FREE GIFTS - a one hundred and seventy-five dollar value.Visit DrinkCulturePop.com and use code SQUEEZE at checkout for 20% off your first purchase.Visit Justingredients.us and use code squeeze for 15% off.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Tay returns for another girl-talk episode, this time featuring Kelsey Anderson! Kelsey opens up about her upbringing and shares her journey of losing her mom to breast cancer, including the tools that have helped her navigate grief and how her mom’s passing reshaped her perspective on life. She delves into the challenges of transitioning from The Bachelor to life in the public eye, revealing how she and fiancé Joey Graziadei support each other through all of the ups and downs. Kelsey also talks about her close friendship with fellow contestant Daisy Kent, her approach to rising above comparisons, and how she’s building her own identity beyond the show. Wrapping up, Kelsey reflects on her experiences during Joey’s Dancing with the Stars journey, her most surreal “pinch me” moment, and the accomplishments she’s most proud of this year!Be sure to follow Kelsey on Instagram https://instagram.com/kelseyanderson/!For breast cancer resources, we suggest checking out:https://www.breastcancer.org/https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/To email us your questions or share your story, you can reach out to [email protected] sure to rate, review, and follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode! Plus, follow us on Instagram:The Squeeze:  https://instagram.com/thesqueeze/Tay Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylautner/Taylor Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylorlautner/& TikTok:  https://tiktok.com/@thesqueezepodcastTo learn more from The Lemons Foundation, follow  https://instagram.com/lemonsbytay/ and visit lemonsbytay.comEpisode Sponsors:Get 25% off + free shipping on Roots Focus at drinkroots.com with code SQUEEZE. Visit drinkroots.com for details.Find gifts guaranteed to bring joy to every hard-to-shop for person this season at saks.com.Get JackBlack.com/SQUEEZE and use code SQUEEZE for 10% off your order.Visit DrinkCulturePop.com and use code SQUEEZE at checkout for 20% off your first purchase.Discover Drunk Elephant’s Protini Polypeptide Cream at Ulta Beauty stores and online at ulta.comVisit Justingredients.us and use code squeeze for free shipping on your order.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week’s episode, the Lautners sit down with gymnast and two-time Olympic medalist Stephen Nedoroscik! Stephen starts off by sharing how he discovered gymnastics as a child and when he realized his potential for a career specializing in the pommel horse. He opens up about maintaining a balance between the intense demands of training and his personal life, as well as the mindset that keeps him focused right before competition. Stephen also discusses living with his eye conditions and how they impact his daily life and gymnastics, as well as how he’s determined not to let them define him. Plus, he gives us a behind-the-scenes look at his time on Dancing with the Stars with partner Rylee Arnold, sharing how the experience defies his expectations, how the training compares to preparing for the Olympics, and what he’s learned from the experience!Be sure to follow Stephen on Instagram https://instagram.com/stephen_nedoroscik/!Catch Stephen on Dancing With The Stars every Tuesday night 8/7c ON ABC AND DISNEY+, and be sure to vote by texting STEPHEN to 21523 https://dwtsvote.abc.com/To email us your questions or share your story, you can reach out to [email protected] sure to rate, review, and follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode! Plus, follow us on Instagram:The Squeeze:  https://instagram.com/thesqueeze/Tay Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylautner/Taylor Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylorlautner/& TikTok:  https://tiktok.com/@thesqueezepodcastTo learn more from The Lemons Foundation, follow  https://instagram.com/lemonsbytay/ and visit lemonsbytay.comEpisode Sponsors:Get 25% off + FREE shipping on Roots Focus at SilverStarNutrition.com using code SQUEEZE. Fuel your brain, sharpen your focus, and boost your energy with every sip. Don’t wait—head to SilverStarNutrition.com to elevate your everyday!Find gifts guaranteed to bring joy to every hard-to-shop for person this season at saks.comFor an exclusive offer, go to biooptimizers.com/squeeze and use promo code squeeze during checkout to save 10 percent.Put your water to work with Gatorade Hydration Booster. You can use code BOOST20 on Gatorade.com to try it yourself for 20% off.Bring your traditions to life with independent art and design this holiday season. Use code SQUEEZE for 20% off Minted holiday cards and gifts.Head to acorns.com/squeeze or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today! *See disclaimer for more detailsProduced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week’s episode, actress and singer Meg Donnelly shares her journey of navigating mental health from a young age. Meg opens up about experiencing anxiety and intrusive thoughts at just eight years old, shedding light on the triggers and how it manifested in her life as a child. She goes on to share how her anxiety has evolved as she’s gotten older, impacting both her career and daily life. Meg talks about the balance she’s found with social media, along with the tools and resources that have helped her most in protecting her mental well-being. We also dive into her starring in the Zombies franchise, her exciting transition into the music industry, and the release of her new single, “in my bag,” coming out on November 15th!Be sure to follow Meg on Instagram https://instagram.com/megdonnelly/!Presave Meg’s new song “in my bag” here: https://www.megdonnelly.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYM8GM1BJCajV0Gd48tPAZcTU08stWqL75k8WdEqfrzV42tCyjq3yv8L-8_aem_36a6cifeEW4k-InLu3k5FATo email us your questions or share your story, you can reach out to [email protected] sure to rate, review, and follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode! Plus, follow us on Instagram:The Squeeze:  https://instagram.com/thesqueeze/Tay Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylautner/Taylor Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylorlautner/& TikTok:  https://tiktok.com/@thesqueezepodcastTo learn more from The Lemons Foundation, follow  https://instagram.com/lemonsbytay/ and visit lemonsbytay.comEpisode Sponsors:Bring your traditions to life with independent art and design this holiday season. Use code SQUEEZE for 20% off Minted holiday cards and gifts. Gift yourself and your loved ones the best gift of all - Jenni Kayne. Get 15% off your first order when you use code THESQUEEZE at jennikayne.com.Head to Ollie.com and use code SQUEEZE to get 60% off your first box. They offer a Clean Bowl Guarantee on their first box so if you’re not completely satisfied, you can get your money back. Head to JLOBEAUTY.com/SQUEEZE to recieve 20% off and THREE FREE GIFTS - a one hundred and seventy-five dollar value. Remember to head to Zbiotics.com/SQUEEZE and use code SQUEEZE at checkout for 15% offProduced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week’s episode, the Lautners welcome actress and singer Chandler Kinney! Chandler shares her journey into the world of acting, opening up about her experience with imposter syndrome while singing on Disney Channel’s Zombies and what it was like filming the intense series Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin. She discusses her relationship with social media, the boundaries she sets to protect her mental health, and the importance of maintaining a work-life balance. Chandler also gives us an inside look at dancing alongside her partner Brandon Armstrong on Dancing with the Stars—from the ways it differed from her expectations to the unique challenge of "playing herself" after a career of playing others.Be sure to follow Chandler on Instagram https://.instagram.com/chandlerlkinney/!Catch Chandler on Dancing With The Stars every Tuesday night 8/7c ON ABC AND DISNEY+, and be sure to vote by texting CHANDLER to 21523 https://dwtsvote.abc.com/To email us your questions or share your story, you can reach out to [email protected] sure to rate, review, and follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode! Plus, follow us on Instagram:The Squeeze: https://instagram.com/thesqueeze/Tay Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylautner/Taylor Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylorlautner/& TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thesqueezepodcastTo learn more from The Lemons Foundation, follow https://instagram.com/lemonsbytay/ and visit lemonsbytay.comEpisode Sponsors:Trust your gut with Seed's DS-01 Daily Synbiotic. Go to Seed.com/THESQUEEZE and use code 25THESQUEEZE to get 25% off your first month.Don't miss out on the most relaxing sleep ever with Magnesium Breakthrough. For an exclusive offer, go to biooptimizers.com/squeeze and use promo code squeeze during checkout to save 10 percent. And if you subscribe, not only will you get amazing discounts and free gifts, you will make sure your monthly supply is guaranteed. Get 25% off + FREE shipping on Roots Focus at SilverStarNutrition.com using code SQUEEZE. Fuel your brain, sharpen your focus, and boost your energy with every sip. Don’t wait—head to SilverStarNutrition.com to elevate your everyday!Put your water to work with Gatorade Hydration Booster. You can use code BOOST20 on Gatorade.com to try it yourself for 20% off. Tonal is offering our listeners $200 off your Tonal purchase with promo code Squeeze at tonal.com Bring your traditions to life with independent art and design this holiday season. Use code SQUEEZE for 20% off Minted holiday cards and gifts.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TW: Suicidal Ideation, Suicide, and Gun ViolenceIn this week’s powerful episode, suicide survivor, mental health advocate, and former professional baseball player Drew Robinson shares his deeply personal journey through mental health struggles. Drew opens up about his childhood and reflects on his love and passion for baseball, candidly addressing how both his upbringing and the pressures of his career contributed to his mental health challenges, including warning signs he didn’t recognize at the time. He bravely recounts his battles with suicidal ideation, the day he attempted to take his life, the thoughts that ran through his mind when the attempt didn’t succeed, and how his family found out. Now on a path of healing, Drew reflects on the role he feels he must live up to, his ongoing efforts to stay accountable, and why he believes he survived—to help others facing similar struggles. He also offers heartfelt advice for anyone grappling with their own mental health challenges.Be sure to follow Drew on Instagram https://instagram.com/drewrobbb/If you or a loved one are struggling, here are a few helpful resources:Text “HELLO” to 741741 https://crisistextline.org/Call or text 988 https://988lifeline.org/https://helpingsurvivors.org/resources/To email us your questions or share your story, you can reach out to [email protected] sure to rate, review, and follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode! Plus, follow us on Instagram:The Squeeze: https://instagram.com/thesqueeze/Tay Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylautner/Taylor Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylorlautner/& TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thesqueezepodcastTo learn more from The Lemons Foundation, follow https://instagram.com/lemonsbytay/ and visit lemonsbytay.comEpisode Sponsors:No more shady buisness. Ritual's Essential for Women 18+ is a multivitamin you can actually trust. Get 25% off your first month at ritual.com/THESQUEEZE. Start Ritual or add Essential for Women 18+ to your subscription today.Put your water to work with Gatorade Hydration Booster. You can use code BOOST20 on Gatorade.com to try it yourself for 20% off.Get JackBlack.com/SQUEEZE and use code SQUEEZE for 10% off your order.Introducing Pilot Pen’s new G2 Boost Collection from the #1 Selling Gel Ink Brand. Harness the power of color science when you write with the colors of Optimism, Creativity, Productivity, or Balance. Shop on Amazon today!Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Tay returns for another girl-talk episode with the dynamic duo behind the SHE MD Podcast! World-renowned OBGYN Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi and women’s health advocate Mary Alice Haney share the story of how they met and what inspired their passion for creating a podcast focused on women’s health. We dive deep into polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), discussing what it is, how it’s diagnosed, and its root causes. The conversation also covers PCOS diets, their new business Ovii and its innovative PCOS supplement, along with their thoughts on birth control’s impact on the body. We also tackle the buzz around Ozempic and its relevance for PCOS management, plus they offer empowering advice for women to advocate for themselves!Be sure to follow Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi https://instagram.com/drthaisaliabadi/, Mary Alice Haney https://instagram.com/haneyofficial/, SHE MD Podcast https://instagram.com/shemdpodcast/, and Ovii https://instagram.com/oviihealth/!Check out the SHE MD podcast here: https://www.shemdpodcast.com/Check out Ovii and their PCOS supplement here: https://ovii.com/To email us your questions or share your story, you can reach out to [email protected] sure to rate, review, and follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode! Plus, follow us on Instagram:The Squeeze: https://instagram.com/thesqueeze/Tay Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylautner/Taylor Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylorlautner/& TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thesqueezepodcastTo learn more from The Lemons Foundation, follow https://instagram.com/lemonsbytay/ and visit lemonsbytay.comEpisode Sponsors:Take the online quiz and introduce Ollie to your pet. Visit Ollie.com today for 60% off your first box of mealsPut your water to work with Gatorade Hydration Booster.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, The Lautners are joined by social media sensation Jake Shane, better known as octopusslover8! Jake kicks things off by sharing the story behind his famous username and how his witty abbreviations (or nyming) helped skyrocket him to social media fame. He opens up about his experience growing up with undiagnosed OCD, discussing the symptoms he faced and when he finally sought help. Jake walks us through his journey with exposure therapy and how his OCD has evolved as he’s grown older, along with his hyperfixation on female pop stars. He also opens up about how he navigates other people’s opinions and deals with hate comments, sharing the mental health strategies he relies on to stay grounded. To wrap up, Jake talks about his podcast, Therapuss, including his favorite episode and a sneak peek at his live tour, Therapuss Live!Follow Jake on Instagram https://instagram.com/passthatpuss/ and TikTok https://tiktok.com/@octopusslover8!Get tickets to Therapuss Live here: https://passthatpuss.com/pages/therapuss-liveTo email us your questions or share your story, you can reach out to [email protected] sure to rate, review, and follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode! Plus, follow us on Instagram:The Squeeze:  https://instagram.com/thesqueeze/Tay Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylautner/Taylor Lautner: https://instagram.com/taylorlautner/& TikTok:  https://tiktok.com/@thesqueezepodcastTo learn more from The Lemons Foundation, follow  https://instagram.com/lemonsbytay/ and visit lemonsbytay.comEpisode Sponsors:Head to orgain.com/.SQUEEZE and use code SQUEEZE for 20% off your order.Tonal is offering our listeners $200 off your Tonal purchase with promo code Squeeze at Tonal.comProduced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.