How do we encourage mental health awareness in church communities? Trigger warning: This episode discusses depression and suicidal ideation. In this week’s bonus episode, Sarah is joined by esteemed guest, John Finkelde. As lead pastor at C3 Church Hepburn Heights (based in Australia) with 30 years of pastoral experience, John led his church through generational renewal which helped his church grow while planting a new church every 3 years and also move to a purpose-built, multi-million dollar worship centre. In 2012 John founded “Grow a Healthy Church” and has conducted over 170 on-site and online church consults in 5 nations. Join Sarah and John as they discuss how to create safe spaces for mental health conversations in church communities, how John used his faith to find hope during his battle with depression, tips for pastors who are struggling to manage burnout, and why certain theological beliefs need to change in order to de-stigmatize mental health conditions in the church. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day! John’s contacts: Website: https://growahealthychurch.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/finkelde?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng== Book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0B6LHYYBX/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=&sr= --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support

What does “Twilight” teach us about relationships and mental wellbeing? As season 4 comes to a close, Sarah is joined by special guest Skylar and they talk about all things Twilight on the 15th anniversary of the film's release. Skylar is a mental health enthusiast who has long dreamed of being a life coach but is currently at university studying to be a financial coach instead. Join Sarah and Skylar as they discuss Skylar's journey in becoming a mental health enthusiast, why "Twilight" helps to recognize toxic relationship traits and improve mental health, how Sarah and Skylar developed an appreciation for the Twilight franchise, and many more fascinating facts about the Twilight vampire lore. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day! Skylar's contact: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asterierrantry/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support

How can we dismantle mental health stigmas in various cultures through mental health advocacy? In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by a very special guest, Avantika Bharad. Avantika is the host of the Beautiful You podcast. She is currently  studying Psychology in Mumbai, India. She was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder type 2 when she was 17. She’s a mental health advocate and she enjoys reading, writing and occasionally performing poems. She absolutely loves traveling as well! Join these ladies as they discuss how their cultures affect their experiences with mental health, Avantika's journey with managing bipolar disorder, why mental health advocacy is essential for creating lasting change in various communities, and how poetry helped Avantika to share her experiences with others. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day! Avantika's contacts: Intsagram: https://www.instagram.com/avantika.b02/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/beautifulyou.pod/ Avantika's poem about bipolar disorder: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CyL1oTlI0XM/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support

How can we manage burnout and learn how to give ourselves grace in the process? In this week’s episode, Sarah is joined by special guest, Clint Callahan. Clint is a seasoned social worker, therapist, and now life coach over his 23 year career, he has effectively aided thousands of people in enhancing their lives and relationships. He has observed the profound positive changes in his personal life and the lives of his clients by utilizing the Small Changes, Big Impact: 1% Per Day Transformational System. It's about teaching people practical psychological tools to beat burnout and stress in 15 minutes a day. He recently published his first book entitled Beat Burnout In 15 Minutes A Day: How to Prioritize Yourself Without Losing What Matters Most. Join Sarah and Clint as they discuss helpful tips for managing burnout, how depression is distinct from burnout symptoms, why it’s important to prioritize self-compassion during the healing process, and why the media should focus on more accurate portrayals of mental health issues. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day! Clint's contacts: Website: smallchangesbigimpact.net Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigimpact.4u/ Book:https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0CJHP67WQ/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=&sr= --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support

How can we break the stigma surrounding mental health issues with resilience? In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by special guest, Andrew Ramirez. Andrew is a Certified High School Counselor. He graduated from the University of Miami and Rutgers University. He's a proud Hubby and daddy of two. Andrew was also diagnosed with Bipolar I with psychotic tendencies, PTSD, and OCD.  Join them as they discuss Andrew's experience with managing bipolar disorder, lessons that Andrew learned after celebrating 7 years of healing through his mental health condition, the importance of providing a positive role model for your children, and why establishing a solid routine can help with managing mental health conditions. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day! Andrew's contact: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bipolar_realtalk/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support

How can we inspire others to grow in their healing journeys? In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by a very special guest, Ally Loyns. Ally is a Canadian poet, musician, and BPD (borderline personality disorder) advocate who has called Winnipeg, Manitoba home since birth. Through raw and real poetic storytelling, she has a vision to embolden the healing journeys of people with Borderline everywhere by sharing her lived experience. To Ally, nothing holds more power than the solidarity of like-minded souls with one mutual goal: overcoming hardship via self-compassion. In addition to her debut poetry collection A Generation Of Sunflowers and second book Bloom, Ally has been published in Dipity Literary Magazine's first edition (Human Typewriters from Around The World). She has sold copies of her work internationally and can be found in local bookstores in Winnipeg. When Ally isn't writing you can find her building Lego, spending time with her cat or avidly researching various topics. She intends to break stigma surrounding Borderline Personality Disorder one copy of A Generation Of Sunflowers and Bloom at a time. Join these ladies as they discuss the power in using our voices for change, Ally's journey in managing BPD and creating her powerful poetry pieces, and the future of Ally's work in mental health advocacy. You'll also hear Ally recite one of her poems from "Bloom!" If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day! Ally's contacts: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ally_author/ Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/genOFsunflowers --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support

Welcome back to another episode of Rough Edges! In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by special guest, John Jarman. John is a professional fitness coach and men’s discipleship leader with a passion for seeing lives changed by Jesus Christ. A former football coach and Marine Corps veteran of Desert Storm, John’s life was radically transformed from a self-destructive trajectory to one of life, wholeness, and a dynamic walk with Christ, a story that is told in the pages of Broken and Redeemed. John holds a Master’s Degree in Physical Education from Ohio University, and, is currently close to completing a Master’s Degree in Theology from Faith Seminary in Tacoma, Washington, where he resides. Join them as they talk about the importance of having faith in dark times, what it looks like to surrender to God, how John's life changed after learned how to balance having faith and taking care of his mental health, the importance of community and discipleship in the church, and how his book came to be! If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day! John's contacts: Website: www.brokenandredeemed.com - discount code for book: Titus 3:3-7 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrokenRedeemed Twitter: https://twitter.com/broken_redeemed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_brokenredeemed/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support

How do you find the courage to share your story and transform the lives of others? Trigger warning: this episode mentions sexual assault, alcoholism, and psychiatric hospitalization. In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by a very special returning guest, Paris Scobie. Paris is the host of the top 2% globally ranked podcast called Live Well Bipolar ™ and best selling author of her memoir, "Crooked Illness: Lessons from Inside & Outside Hospital Walls." Paris was first diagnosed with bipolar 1 disorder at 19 and went back to work at the same hospital she was a patient at when she was 22. She is a speaker for NAMI and has been featured on ABC15, bphope magazine and over 50 podcasts sharing her experiences living with bipolar and how it is possible to Live Well Bipolar ™. Join these ladies as they discuss Paris' journey with managing bipolar disorder, how she developed her podcast and book, what she learned from writing her book, and her reflections after two years of sharing powerful anecdotes from her best selling memoir. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day! Paris contacts: Book: https://www.amazon.com/Crooked-Illness-Lessons-Outside-Hospital/dp/1737926105/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1633558908&sr=1-3 Podcast: https://tr.ee/Br2X5Fi4c4 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livewellbipolar/ NAMI: https://www.nami.org/Home --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support

Rough Edges is back with more of season 4! In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by a very special guest, Melody Murray. Melody is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Child Mental Health Specialist, and an expert in childhood trauma, family dynamics and suicidal ideation. She also has a private practice counseling individuals 14 and up and is the School District Mental Health Liaison for students and families in crisis. Melody also spends her time co-hosting community conversations in order to normalize and validate the human experience. In addition to her career as a therapist, Melody is a former Reality TV producer, director, and a children's show co-host. She was also a standup comic in LA for 5 years. This fall, Melody plans on releasing her first book on relationship estrangement titled "Mourning The Living."  Her next book will look inside the realm of Adolescent Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors.   Join these ladies as they have an enriching conversation about how media fabricates our views of vulnerability, why Melody decided to venture into becoming a therapist after working in the media industry, why engaging in authentic community is more beneficial than being superficial on social media, and exciting details about Melody's upcoming book! If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day! Melody's contacts: Website: https://www.melodylmft.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melodylmft/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melody.murray.56 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support

Do you struggle with self-doubt? In this week's episode, Sarah explores her own challenges with self-doubt and she also talks about an episode of "BoJack Horseman" which highlights the importance of finding a purpose in the pain. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support

Come on Barbie, let's go party! Welcome to a very unique podcast episode where Sarah discusses her SPOILER-FREE thoughts about the new Barbie movie (fresh out of the movie theater). If you haven't seen it yet, definitely check it out! If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support

What does it mean to be a Black, Christian woman with bipolar disorder? In honor of last month's National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, Sarah shares her experiences as a Christian, woman of color who is learning how to manage bipolar disorder. This episode details Sarah's experiences with: -Dismantling the stigma of being an "angry or emotional Black woman" -Learning how to transform her view of God after receiving her diagnosis -Accepting her bipolar diagnosis and learning how to manage it -Embracing God's strength and finding freedom to rest in His grace If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support

Trigger warning: This episode covers the topics of human trafficking, sexual assault, and the trauma associated with that. Please use your discretion while listening. Thank you! What does healing from human trafficking look like? In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by a very special guest, Amanda Blackwood. Amanda is an accomplished artist and author, public speaker, podcast host, trauma recovery mentor and a survivor of human trafficking. Amanda has spoken on a multitude of stages, international summits, radio programs, and has published over a dozen books. She launched two podcasts - one that focuses on interviewing other authors of trauma, and the other that discusses the long term consequences of trauma and how to fight back for a better life. A portion of every book sale goes to help fight human trafficking. Amanda lives in Denver, Colorado with her rescue cats and supportive husband who keep her sane. Join these ladies as they discuss the reality of human trafficking, how God shows up in traumatic experiences, how sexual assault can affect the psyche, why community is essential for healing from trauma, and how telling our stories can inspire hope and strength in others. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day! Amanda's Contacts:  https://growthfromdarkness.com/ https://detailedpieces.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support

Are you tired of wearing a mask? Do you long to find freedom on your healing journey? This bonus episode is for you. In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by esteemed guest, Rev. Jocelyn Jones. Jocelyn is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur. Jocelyn's background as a journalist, executive director of a nonprofit, and community leader allows her to connect with people from all walks of life. She received her bachelor's degree from the University of lowa in journalism. After receiving her B.A., she earned her master's degree in social work and her master's degree in theological studies. Jocelyn published her first book in 2019, titled Breaking the Power of the Mask. Jocelyn is also an ordained minister and the President of Faith on the Journey, a Christian Counseling company specializing in grief and trauma. She is a Master Facilitator with the Trauma Healing Institute and the founder of the Trauma Healing Network that offers support to those called to the ministry of emotional healing. Join these ladies as they discuss why being authentic during the healing process is important for growth, how Jocelyn learned to break free from her mask and allow God to use her pain for a powerful purpose, how the church can engage in mental health resources, and why community is important for transformative wellness. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day! Jocelyn's Contacts:  https://www.jocelynjjones.com/ https://www.womenintheministry.com/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Breaking-Power-Mask-Discover-Healing/dp/1734046708 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support

This episode will revolutionize your view of healing. In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by special guest, Ruth Fearnow. Ruth is a therapist, author and speaker. Her first book, Therapeutic Mindfulness, is a synthesis of her decades-long meditation practice and her work healing trauma and mental distress. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) practitioner, she has identified and embedded the factors necessary for healing into therapeutic mindfulness, a skill to facilitate one's healing journey. Ruth's evolution into a trauma therapist has enabled her to integrate age-old wisdom with trauma-informed insight. As a result, she has developed healing philosophies and the process of therapeutic mindfulness which she practices personally, and teaches to her clientele, many of whom use it on their own. Join these ladies as they talk about therapeutic mindfulness and how it helps in navigating difficult emotions. Ruth also shares about her journey in becoming a trauma therapist and how she learned to guide others through trauma therapy. These ladies also explore the importance of embracing complex emotions and why suppression and judgement can have detrimental effects on your healing journey. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day! Ruth's Contacts: Website: https://www.ruthfearnow.com/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Therapeutic-Mindfulness-Healing-Skill-Coping/dp/B0C2SG3YZS/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support

Welcome back to another episode of Rough Edges! In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by special guest, Dr. Lynn Carey. Dr. Lynn Carey earned a doctorate in chiropractic and a bachelor's degree in nutrition from Life University. She owned a practice in Wilmington, Delaware, for eighteen years, and has traveled to Brazil and India. Dr. Carey loves empowering others to create their desired life of health, wealth, and perfect self-expression. Today, she lives in Miami Beach where she stays busy pursuing her entrepreneurial dreams and homeschooling her teenage son. Join these ladies as they discuss the importance of finding the grace to move forward in your healing journey. Dr. Carey also shares about her experience with chiropractic care and how it made her embrace holistic healing and beginning her journey to recovery. She also shares about her book, “My Journey to Grace: Shattering Mainstream Illusions and Creating My Desired Life” and how it helped her inspire others to break the stigma surrounding mental illness. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day! Dr. Carey’s Contacts: Website: https://www.creatingmydesiredlife.com/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Journey-Grace-Shattering-Mainstream-Illusions/dp/1982255137 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support

Welcome back to another empowering episode of Rough Edges! In this week's episode, Sarah gives an encouraging message about the importance of having hope in dark times. She also shares about her experience in giving a presentation on mental health in the church and how that impacted her view on her purpose in life. If you know anyone who would benefit from this episode, please feel free to spread this message of hope. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day!    --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support

You won't want to miss this bonus episode of Rough Edges! In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by esteemed guest, Julie A. Fast. Julie A. Fast, author and researcher, is the bestselling author of Take Charge of Bipolar Disorder; Loving Someone with Bipolar Disorder; Getting It Done When You’re Depressed; and The Health Cards System for Bipolar Disorder. She is the world’s top online bipolar disorder author with over 15 million views of her blogs, essays, and articles. After many years of untreated symptoms, Julie was finally diagnosed with bipolar disorder and a psychotic disorder, also called schizoaffective disorder - at age 31. Julie focuses on brain health research and education and regularly trains health care professionals on the topics of bipolar disorder, psychosis, and substances that affect the bipolar brain. Join these ladies as they each share about their experiences with bipolar disorder, why Julie's research focuses on caregivers of people with bipolar disorder, how mania affected Julie's life and the lives of those closest to her, why sleep and medication management are integral to living well with bipolar disorder, how faith plays a role in managing bipolar disorder, and how to recognize the signs and symptoms of bipolar disorder at any age. Julie also shares insights from the latest edition of her book, "Take Charge of Bipolar Disorder: A 4-Step Plan for You and Your Loved Ones to Manage the Illness and Create Lasting Stability." This episode is not only for those who are dealing with bipolar disorder, this episode is also for caregivers, spouses, advocates, older people who are dealing with bipolar, and many others. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day!   Julie's Platforms: Instagram Website Book: Take Charge of Bipolar Disorder: A 4-Step Plan for You and Your Loved Ones to Manage the Illness and Create Lasting Stability --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support

Welcome back to another episode of Rough Edges! This week's episode is a very special one. Sarah sits down with Moses and Marilette Sanchez from FamilyLife and also the hosts of @BigCityBigFamily, an Instagram page all about their life while raising five children in New York City. In this episode, you'll hear a recording from an Instagram live that was recorded on 5/30/23. Please see the official description below: Sarah had an incredible chat with Moses and Marilette Sanchez from @FamilyLifeInsta. They talked about how important it is to take care of your mental health while being married. Moses and Marilette's lives went through significant changes after they got married. Marilette received a mental health diagnosis, and Moses became her caregiver. They faced numerous challenges and learned valuable lessons along the way. Despite the hardships, their faith played a crucial role in bringing them closer together. If you want words of encouragement, please take time to hear their powerful story. It's truly inspiring! Also, please listen till the end for a special announcement! If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day!   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support

Welcome back to another episode of Rough Edges! In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by special guest, Allison Toth. Allison is a crisis worker, world traveler, and retreat host with a passion for mental health advocacy and inner child work! She is also the host of the Wishing You Wellness podcast. Join these ladies as they talk about all things "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend!" Listen as Allison shares about how "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend" provided her with powerful tips for her healing journey in managing addiction, borderline personality disorder, and bipolar disorder. She and Sarah also talk about the importance of community, why getting a mental health diagnosis can be helpful for healing, why faith and mental health can connect, how relationships play a role in managing mental health conditions, and why the musical numbers in the show help to create more honest portrayals of mental health. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so much for listening and have a wonderful day!  Allison's contacts: Instagram: @wishyouwell.podcast Website Resources: https://xoxoallisoncoaching.podia.com/resources Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0l94uVQFIHIbSYmHc4Ie9u?si=A2NzBGu8Qpmc-Jx21IONHQ Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wishing-you-wellness/id1613113632 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roughedgespodcast/support