holiday

Community Routes: Mother's and Father's Day

This week we discuss a recent holiday: Mother's Day. Mother's Day can be difficult for a variety of reasons, so we sit down and work through what health during a holiday looks like. We discuss expectations, grief, and the roles parents should play in their child's life.

Community Routes: Lisa's Last Episode

A special episode where Adrianne, Julie, and Samuel all say goodbye to Lisa, who is moving to Iowa. We discuss change and transformation, as well as good mental health practices to accompany that change. The New Year brings hope and transition, so we embrace it in this week's episode. Happy New Year! We'll miss you, Lisa!

Community Routes: Smash the Stigma

In this episode, we’re ready to ring in the new year, leave stigma behind and create community and safe spaces for healing, validation, and growth! Join us as we smash the stigma and look forward in 2020 to a clearer vision for mental health and strong support!

Community Routes: Holiday Help, Grief

In the conclusion of our holiday arc, we tackle the topic of grief during the holidays. Grief can return in the winter months, so we discuss what grief feels like and how to cope. Join us with special guest, Todd Richards, who shares insights from his own experiences as a pastor. While he holds a masters in counseling, even better you get to hear Samuel with his dad!

Community Routes: Holiday Help, Coping Skills

In this episode of our holiday arc, we talk about coping skills to help us through the dark days of fall/winter and times when our grief feels more painful. Find some extra support for your weary or hurting heart this holiday season!

Community Routes: Holiday Help, Dealing with Friends and Family

This week we started an arc on the upcoming holidays and how to stay balanced around difficult people. We tied in our episodes of emotions and boundaries because they are so helpful to keep us grounded. We also work through some different scenarios and discuss the stress of family gatherings. Remember your self-care through the holidays too!