On the Season 2 Finale of Mental Maintenance Podcast, Jordan and Denise talk about the changes that they are going through in their everyday lives and how that, coupled with the seasonal change, has prompted their decision to take a short break from the podcast to do some, well, Mental Maintenance! They go through some listener Q&A and discuss each perspective they come across and find a ton of similarities but also a few differences. The ladies talk about balance and how it feels like an unachievable goal.  At the end they reflect back on Season 2 and decide what their favorite episodes were from the past year. Happy (almost) Fall from Mental Maintenance!   Merch Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MMPodcast?ref=hpsh   Facebook / Twitter / TikTok: @mentalmpodcast   Instagram: Podcast - @mentalmpodcast Jordan - @torresjaaymrs Denise - @deniseserino

On this very special episode of Mental Maintenance Podcast we share Denise's discussion with the crew at Tales From Godric's Hollow Podcast on Mental Health in the Wizarding World. Joe and his friend Adrienne speak with Denise on several different topics about mental health inspired by characters, creatures and other aspects of the Harry Potter Series. Even though this discussion is centered around the Wizarding World they touch on so many important mental health topics that we just felt we needed to share it on our show as well. So sit down, grab a Butterbeer and take a listen!   The article that Joe referenced throughout the discussion: https://kenosiscenter.com/an-unauthorized-muggle-guide-to-mental-health-in-the-wizarding-world/   Tales From Godric's Hollow - @TalesFromGH Joe - @CustomVinylLush Adrienne - @RedCarpetCurls   Merch Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MMPodcast?ref=hpsh   Facebook / Twitter / TikTok: @mentalmpodcast   Instagram: Podcast - @mentalmpodcast Jordan - @torresjaaymrs Denise - @deniseserino

On Episode 40 of Mental Maintenance Denise & Jordan talk with Adriana Welch from Episode 7. Adriana gives updates on her relationships with her Brother, Mom & Uncle, how she did during the quarantine period of the Covid-19 Pandemic and her current work situation. The ladies talk about what Adriana wants to do next and currently she says she is exploring more of Alaska and saving up to open up her own food truck! Adriana also talks about her ambition to eventually get to a place where she can foster and adopt teenagers who need just as much love and support as any other child but unfortunately tend to be overlooked. Towards the end of the episode the girls discuss how weird it is to realize why people do the things they do based off of things from their childhood. Thanks so much to Adriana for coming back on Mental Maintenance Podcast!   Merch Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MMPodcast?ref=hpsh   Facebook / Twitter / TikTok: @mentalmpodcast   Instagram: Podcast - @mentalmpodcast Jordan - @torresjaaymrs Denise - @deniseserino

Happy 3 Year Anniversary to Mental Maintenance Podcast! Thank you so much for your support and listenership over the past 3 years! On this episode of Mental Maintenance Denise & Jordan tackle the complicated topic of Finances! They go through 3 questions that were answered by a ton of listeners and discuss all of the in depth answers hitting on everything from what feelings finances cause to how they affect relationships. Going through all of the answers it becomes very clear that this is a stressful topic for most people, especially right now.  Unsurprisingly, inflation is adding financial stress to 95% of M&M's who answered this survey. D & J encourage talking about this topic and not being embarassed or feeling like you can't vent about this subject because it's so important to not feel alone!   Merch Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MMPodcast?ref=hpsh   Facebook / Twitter / TikTok: @mentalmpodcast   Instagram: Podcast - @mentalmpodcast Jordan - @torresjaaymrs Denise - @deniseserino

Jordan and Denise talk about their experience at Spin For a Cause 2022. They go through how emotional it was and how amazing it felt to be a part of something so important. You can hear a handful of On-The-Spot interviews that the ladies did while they were at the event. After the interviews, Jordan & Denise ask each other the interview questions and discuss their connections with suicide and what they do for their own mental health. The total amount raised for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention was $43,000 and Mental Maintenance Podcast raised $2,100 of that! Thank you so much to our listeners who helped us get there. this will definitely be something MM does every year!    American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Alaska Chapter: https://afsp.org/chapter/alaska Careline Alaska: https://carelinealaska.com The Cohen Clinic: https://www.cohenveteransnetwork.org   Merch Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MMPodcast?ref=hpsh   Facebook / Twitter / TikTok: @mentalmpodcast   Instagram: Podcast - @mentalmpodcast Jordan - @torresjaaymrs Denise - @deniseserino

On this episode of Mental Maintenance, Denise and Jordan speak with Carissa (Nuori Creations) and Kahli (Lull Photography). After a quick update on Spin For a Cause, Carissa and Kahli introduce themselves and let us know how they met and became instant besties. Throughout their friendship they've always envisioned having their own businesses whether that was together, separate or both and now they can say that dream has become a reality because they are both small business owners in Fairbanks! On their road to success they hit a few speed bumps and in true Carissa/Khali fashion, they hit them at the same place around the same time when they worked for the same company. Mental Maintenance thanks these ladies for coming on and sharing their story!    Spin for a Cause link to Donate: https://givebutter.com/spinforacause2022/lizottetorres   Merch Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MMPodcast?ref=hpsh   Nuori Creations Website: https://www.nuoricreations.com   Lull Photography Website: https://www.lullphoto.com   Instagram: Nuori Creations - @nuoricreations - Carissa Lull Photography - @lullphoto - Kahli Podcast - @mentalmpodcast Jordan - @torresjaaymrs Denise - @deniseserino

On this episode of Mental Maintenance, Denise and Jordan open up the discussion of Societal Norms. Why does society assume that they know what's best and how we should all be living our lives? From the things we eat to the way we parent our children and even the order in which we do things in life. (engagement, marriage, house, kids, etc.) D & J discuss all of this and listener experiences that were sent in on this topic. Both ladies are amazed that so many things influencing their daily lives are based on the experiences of people who lived long ago and decided this is the way life ought to be lived. Whew! Take a listen and send in your thoughts. Mental Maintenance may tackle this subject again in the near future!    Spin for a Cause link to Donate: https://givebutter.com/spinforacause2022/lizottetorres   Merch Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MMPodcast?ref=hpsh   Facebook / Twitter / TikTok: @mentalmpodcast   Instagram: Podcast - @mentalmpodcast Jordan - @torresjaaymrs Denise - @deniseserino

Denise & Jordan take several listener questions and get into all kids of topics. The ladies answer all kinds of questions submitted by listeners that ask for advice, inquire about aspects of the podcast and fun questions like "If you could be any animal what would you be?"They even end up reflecting on past episodes including interviews with Molly Hoskins, AJ Larranaga & Dana Silva. This was so much fun and the Mental Maintenance crew is always willing to answer questions like these! So thanks for your submissions!   Spin for a Cause link to Donate: https://givebutter.com/spinforacause2022/lizottetorres   Merch Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MMPodcast?ref=hpsh   Facebook / Twitter / TikTok: @mentalmpodcast   Instagram: Podcast - @mentalmpodcast Jordan - @torresjaaymrs Denise - @deniseserino

On this very special episode of Mental Maintenance, Denise & Jordan catch up with returning guests Ashley & Nicole from episode 4. Both guests catch us up on what's been going on in their lives over the past 3 years and how they are both working through their difficult issues with bulimia and severe body dysmorphia. Nicole tells us how she has got into the real estate game as a realtor here in Fairbanks and her surprising new season of her relationship with her parents. Ashley admits that she's having a very rough time after her family moved out of state and that she recently got back into therapy. Both girls have had highs and lows since the last episode was recorded but both are killing it in their own ways. Mental Maintenance is so grateful for these ladies being so brave and sharing their stories. We could all learn something from these beautiful badasses!   Spin for a Cause link to Donate: https://givebutter.com/spinforacause2022/lizottetorres   Merch Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MMPodcast?ref=hpsh   Facebook / Twitter / TikTok: @mentalmpodcast   Instagram: Ashley - @awilkes01 Nicole - @nswoffer & @nicoleswoffer.realtor Podcast - @mentalmpodcast Jordan - @torresjaaymrs Denise - @deniseserino

In the third and final episode of the Relationship Series, Denise & Jordan discuss the relationships they have with their children. First, they do a little light housekeeping and transition into the main topic when Denise asks a question related to the Netflix series The Ultimatum. D&J try to imagine what it will be like when their children are older and in their own romantic relationships. Then discuss what they've learned so far in their parenthood journeys and how it changed from beginning until now. They touch on what it takes to be a "good parent" and how sometimes social media can be helpful but most of the time can just feel overwhelming when it comes to parenting. A big takeaway at the end is remembering that the most important relationship in your life is the one you have with yourself, if you start there it's a good way to ensure good relationships with others! Spin for a Cause link to Donate: https://givebutter.com/spinforacause2022/lizottetorres   Merch Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MMPodcast?ref=hpsh   Sun/Moon Clock for Kids: https://www.amazon.com/I·CODE-Alarm-Childrens-Trainer-Machine/dp/B07YDH9H5S/ref=sr_1_5?crid=25INKA4RG7AW6&keywords=sun+moon+clock&qid=1650227149&sprefix=sun+moon+cloc%2Caps%2C296&sr=8-5   Facebook / Twitter / TikTok: @mentalmpodcast   Instagram: @mentalmpodcast @torresjaaymrs @deniseserino

You asked for it and we're giving it to you! Here is our bonus episode on the 5 day detoxes/cleanses that we did. We both did totally different kinds with completely different goals in mind and we go through a quick rundown of both of our experiences. Enjoy!   The program Jordan followed: https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/shop/category/best-sellers/kitchari-kit/ The program Denise followed: https://prolonfmd.com New Merch Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MMPodcast?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=1192356990

In the second part of the Relationship Series, Denise & Jordan discuss navigating adult friendships. To start off they answer the question "Can you have more than one best friend?". They talk about how the meaning of friendship has changed throughout their lives, how important their close friends are and how leaning on certain ones for certain situations is so crucial. Later in the episode the girls touch on losing friends, mourning those losses and what lead to those fall outs. Grab your BFF and take a listen!   Spin for a Cause link to Donate: https://givebutter.com/spinforacause2022/lizottetorres   Facebook / Twitter / TikTok: @mentalmpodcast   Instagram: @mentalmpodcast @torresjaaymrs @deniseserino

In the first part of the Relationship Series, Denise & Jordan talk about their romantic relationships with their partners and how both of them found their significant others so young. They start off the episode with a little housekeeping (Announcing the Logo Contest winner & MM is now on TikTok!) and then move into a fun game where they guess each others "types" based off of fictional characters and actors that they've had crushes on. Getting into the main topic of discussion they both do a quick recap of their current relationships, how they met, where they are today and the biggest struggles they've faced with their partners.    Spin for a Cause link to Donate: https://givebutter.com/spinforacause2022/lizottetorres   Facebook / Twitter / TikTok: @mentalmpodcast   Instagram: @mentalmpodcast @torresjaaymrs @deniseserino

On this episode of Mental Maintenance, Denise & Jordan are joined by Lacey, the Chief Operating Officer of an amazing company, Elevated Oats. Lacey walks us through her journey of partnering with her friend, Megan, to create Elevated Oats, a company that not only makes DELICIOUS granola but also focuses on mental + physical health. She talks about how they found their way back to each other in the darkest periods of their lives, how they helped one another get through that and started a successful business during the process. You can really hear the love in Lacey's voice when she talks about her company and her best friend that she gets to share it with, it's extremely inspiring. At the end of the episode Denise & Jordan reflect on the interview and share some details on the logo contest and Spin for a Cause. Take a listen and go snag some Elevated Oats today!   Elevated Oats Website: https://www.elevatedoats.com   Spin for a Cause link to Donate: https://givebutter.com/spinforacause2022/lizottetorres   Instagram: @elevatedoats @torresjaaymrs @deniseserino

On this fun episode of Mental Maintenance, Jordan and Denise recap a few current events in their lives, pop culture, the Olympics and the Netflix show Love is Blind *Spoilers*. They go through the breakup/divorce of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West and how scary Kanye's behavior has been. Of course, they talk about Britney Spears and how crazy her whole situation has been. Then they discuss the Olympics and the doping scandal with Women's Figure Skater Kamila Valieva. Finally, they have a little bit of fun and discuss the first 5 episodes of Love is Blind Season 2.    Spin for a Cause link to Donate: https://givebutter.com/spinforacause2022/lizottetorres   Visit us on Instagram Mental Maintenance Podcast (@mentalmpodcast) • Instagram photos and videos @torresjaaymrs @deniseserino

On this episode of Mental Maintenance, Denise & Jordan discuss the trials and tribulations of being Alaskans. They reached out to listeners to provide their insights and got so many answers that the whole episode involves M&M feedback and the girls discuss most of the responses. They start off talking about the hardest things about living in Alaska including the cold, dark Winters. Next, they discuss seasonal depression and what people do to combat that. Finally, the conversation moves to some of the odd things that Alaskans have to deal with that a lot of other places don't and what makes living in the biggest state so wonderful!   Visit us on Instagram Mental Maintenance Podcast (@mentalmpodcast) • Instagram photos and videos @torresjaaymrs @deniseserino

On this special episode of Mental Maintenance, Denise sits down with her husband, Stephen and their great friends, Jayson & Kelley to discuss J+K's recent journey of becoming parents! Jayson & Kelley give us a brief version of their love story and how after 9 years apart they found their way back together and knew they were in it for the long haul. They tell us about how they had baby Jack just 6 short weeks ago and how they feel about being parents. Stephen and Denise stress how important it is to have time together as a couple and individual time away from the baby to help with mental health and their relationship. The two couples discuss the hardest thing in parenthood so far, what post partum is feeling like for Kelley, the difference in expectations for Dads vs Moms and so much more!    Visit us on Instagram Mental Maintenance Podcast (@mentalmpodcast) • Instagram photos and videos @torresjaaymrs @deniseserino   The love languages quiz that we discussed: https://www.5lovelanguages.com/start/   You can also buy the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Languages-Secret-that-Lasts/dp/080241270X

On this EMOTIONAL episode of Mental Maintenance, Denise & Jordan discuss their own experiences losing a loved one and how they each got through it in their own way. Denise opens up the episode with a beautiful passage on grieving that was sent in by her friend Jasah. Jordan talks about her amazing mother in law, who she lost less than a year ago and how her family has learned to cope without her physical presence.  Denise remembers losing her grandmother and how it completely changed the course of her life. The ladies take turns reading listener experiences and are reminded of several good ways to help stay afloat when the shipwreck of death occurs in your life. Grab your tissues and tune in!   View this profile on Instagram Mental Maintenance Podcast (@mentalmpodcast) • Instagram photos and videos @torresjaaymrs @deniseserino   The book that was discussed at the beginning of the episode is  "The Year of Magical Thinking" by Joan Didion and you can purchase it here: https://www.amazon.com/Year-Magical-Thinking-Joan-Didion/dp/1400078431/ref=asc_df_1400078431/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312069097411&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=880523707099930959&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9033982&hvtargid=pla-417156038125&psc=1

On this episode of Mental Maintenance, Denise and Jordan talk with Josh Neumann , the founder of Kind Lips, about how he decided to start his company, why he was drawn to lip balm and what motivated him to give 20% of their profits to end bullying. Josh remembers what it was like to quit his successful real estate career making everyone think he was crazy and how a bizarre phone call with his Mom confirmed that he was on the correct path. Afterwards, Denise and Jordan discuss bullying and the effects that it's had on them throughout their lives including current day with their young children. They also take a moment to read a few anonymous listener experiences one of which brings up the fact that we all need to lean on our close personal network of friends and family because that's what they're there for. Kind Lips is a such a great physical reminder to say something kind even if it's to yourself (especially to your self). Thanks so much to Josh for coming on our little podcast! We had so much fun!   https://kindlips.com IG Handles: @kindlips @mentalmpodcast @torresjaaymrs @deniseserino

Denise and Jordan take on the listener voted topic of Parental Relationships. Denise starts off recapping her Thanksgiving weekend and the loss of her sweet family dog, Sadie. She then talks about how her relationship with her Dad has struggled over the past few years and how hard that has been. Jordan reflects on her relationship with her parents and how lucky she is that they all get along so well but reveals that it hasn’t ALWAYS been that way. She talks about the time in her life when she especially struggled to connect with her Mom and how they moved through that. Denise talks about her Mom and how she is gladly accepting the organic evolution of their relationship in the past year. This episode was an emotional roller coaster for the ladies but it felt so good to talk about this subject!