Pickles and Vodka: a Mental Health Podcast

We kick off this episode with a voicemail from Lauren in treatment, then Christina shares why therapy has been a struggle. A listener message sparks a discussion on sadness, injustice, helplessness, and connection. A past guest makes a surprise appearance and offers an unexpected reminder. Enjoy!

Thanks to Orion for today's listener voicemail! Message us on Instagram or use one of the methods below to share your own thoughts.

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Joining Christina this week is another Andrew to talk about the events that transpired since they met in a Seattle treatment center in 2021. Topics include chronic addiction rooted in childhood, asking for help and facing your privilege, the importance of maintenance, rock bottoms at Trader Joe's, and sparkly retainers. Content warning for eating disorders, substance abuse, and suicide.

This week's guest was Andrew Dunn. You can find him on Instagram @thedunn_.

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Christina explains the recent lack of episodes and gets real casual real fast. Topics include the heaviness of depression, surrendering to the chaos, shame, smoothies, and what's to come. Special guest appearance by ???

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• Theme song is Insane OK by The Whines via Free Music Archive

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It’s Lauren’s last episode before treatment, so naturally Christina put her in the hot seat! Listen to hear her share what she’s afraid of, what she’s looking forward to most, what she hopes will be different this time, and why YOU should have some f*cking self compassion. We also talk about what to expect from the pod in the weeks ahead. Enjoy!

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With the days counting down until Lauren returns to treatment, we spend this episode revisiting past stays. Some highlights include contraband caffeine, a possessed Bop-It, what happens when you let people with eating disorders plan a wedding feast, smoke break revelations, and some unexpected breaking of barriers. Enjoy!

Content warning for eating disorders, suicide, and substance abuse.

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• Theme song is Insane OK by The Whines via Free Music Archive

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We play a listener voicemail sent in response to the question “What’s going on with you?” This unlocks a conversation about fitting in and doing the work in the face of constant existential dread that wants you as miserable as possible. Lauren gives a treatment update, Christina talks about beer, and we disagree about gratitude journals. Enjoy!

Special thanks to Orion (@robotakiss) for this week’s voicemail!

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Credits:

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How do you curate a sense of security in the face of uncertainty? We don't really have the answer, but we DO have lots of anxiety-fueled stories. Tangents this week include introducing parents to friends (and why Christina loves it), which country Lauren is considering escaping to with her dog, and Jodi Picoult. Enjoy!

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• Theme song is Insane OK by The Whines via Free Music Archive

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Since we're too depressed to stick to our regularly scheduled program, we're treating everyone (but mostly ourselves) to another movie discussion! This week, we watched the 2015 Pixar film Inside Out, which follows a preteen as her emotions attempt to guide her through life's big changes. We laughed, we cried, we went on many tangents, and ultimately devastated ourselves while analyzing this incredibly poignant film. Tell us what you thought! Follow Pickles and Vodka for biweekly polls, behind-the-scenes updates, or to say hi: Instagram: @picklesandvodkapodcast Facebook: Pickles and Vodka Podcast Twitter: @PicklesVodka Email: [email protected] Christina's personal Instagram: @xtinajumper Lauren's personal Instagram: @laurenafh (but mostly @picosauve) Credits: Theme song is Insane OK by The Whines via Free Music Archive --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/picklesandvodka/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/picklesandvodka/support

Lauren makes an announcement, then we talk about types of barriers that keep us from accessing the help we need. This one is extra vulnerable, y'all. Content warning for eating disorders (including some sensitive language around weight) and substance abuse. Follow Pickles and Vodka for updates, guest inquiries, or to say hi: Instagram: @picklesandvodkapodcast Facebook: Pickles and Vodka Podcast Twitter: @PicklesVodka Email: [email protected] Christina's personal Instagram: @xtinajumper Lauren's personal Instagram: @laurenafh (but mostly @picosauve) Credits: Theme song is Insane OK by The Whines via Free Music Archive --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/picklesandvodka/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/picklesandvodka/support

Our listeners respond to the question “What helps when nothing really helps?” We also use a negative experience to start a conversation about accountability, communication, and personal growth. Enjoy!

Special thanks to listeners Heather and Orion for sending in voicemails this week! We really want to send y’all stickers.

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Credits:

• Theme song is Insane OK by The Whines via Free Music Archive

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