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Cryin' & Tryin': The Comprehensive Guide to Cultivating Emotional Intelligence in a F*&%ed Up World

Cryin' & Tryin': The Comprehensive Guide to Cultivating Emotional Intelligence in a F*&%ed Up World

By Lexi Hamsmith

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fmcryinandtryinpod/subscribe Cryin’ & Tryin is a podcast where people with lived mental health experience have candid, vulnerable, sarcastic, & authentic conversations about mental health. Lexi and guests analyze how oppressive structures and systems create barriers to accessible mental health care. With macabre humor sprinkled throughout, C&T highlights the complex ways that capitalism, the patriarchy, religion, white supremacy, colonialism and our own egos intersect and affect one’s mental health in an effort to provide peer support and to create a stronger movement for mental health care reform, globally.
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Cryin' & Tryin': The Comprehensive Guide to Cultivating Emotional Intelligence in a F*&%ed Up WorldSep 30, 2022

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S5E6 - Nobody Wants to Work

S5E6 - Nobody Wants to Work

Lexi and their friend Oliver explore the nuance behind the idea that "nobody wants to work." They talk about inhumane working conditions, how capitalism keeps us so busy it makes it difficult to do anything but work, and the idea that we are meant for more than a 40 hour work week.

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Apr 26, 202401:03:06
S5E5 - EQ, Pt. 3: Recognizing and Noticing Emotions

S5E5 - EQ, Pt. 3: Recognizing and Noticing Emotions

In this episode, Lexi reflects on an IFS therapy session in which they spent a lot of time noticing their emotions. They introduce an app, linked below, that is helping with these first steps of emotional regulation: recognizing and labeling the feelings.

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Feb 23, 202448:11
S5E4 - No Bad Parts (IFS Therapy), Pt. 3: Work Sucks, I Know

S5E4 - No Bad Parts (IFS Therapy), Pt. 3: Work Sucks, I Know

In the continuation of the No Bad Parts mini-series, host, Lex, discusses a recent therapy session in which they and their therapist chose to treat work like a relationship. Lex shares what they have had difficulty with in regards to this specific metaphor and how this is only the beginning of their journey through Parts Work.

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Feb 09, 202439:30
S5E3 - Psychiatric Medication, Pt. 1: Being Biochemically Content w/ Sam Almeida

S5E3 - Psychiatric Medication, Pt. 1: Being Biochemically Content w/ Sam Almeida

In this episode, Lexi and their bestie Sam discuss the basics of medication for depression and anxiety while sharing their personal medication journeys. The friends discuss how medication can help to strengthen neural pathways and how it can help dig you out of your hole.


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Jan 26, 202401:12:41
S5E2 - Unburdening Myself, Pt. 2: Healthy Communication Doesn't Mean Perfect Communication

S5E2 - Unburdening Myself, Pt. 2: Healthy Communication Doesn't Mean Perfect Communication

In this episode, Lex does some independent "parts work" regarding their communication patterns with their partner.


TW: Childhood sexual assault (CSA) and grooming mention at 21:50.


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Jan 16, 202449:42
Minisode Mondays Ep10 - Menty B Mini #004, When it Rains It Pours

Minisode Mondays Ep10 - Menty B Mini #004, When it Rains It Pours

In this minisode, Lex reflects on how everything feels like it's hitting all at once. A lot of feelings come to the surface including anger, fear, and feeling overwhelmed as they process returning from time off, handling peak season, and physical health in addition to mental health difficulties.


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Jan 11, 202415:55
S5E1 - No Bad Parts (IFS therapy) Pt. 2: Feeling Multiple Feelings and Survival Mode

S5E1 - No Bad Parts (IFS therapy) Pt. 2: Feeling Multiple Feelings and Survival Mode

In the season 5 opener, Lex reflects on a therapy session where they realized that they are in survival mode and escalated all the time, and how that makes it difficult for them to acknowledge and feel multiple feelings at the same time.

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Resources from this episode:

  • 😭⁠⁠ ⁠No Bad Parts⁠: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness with the Internal Family Systems Model by Richard Schwartz (I've linked to a black owned bookstore!)

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Dec 29, 202348:51
S4E10 - The "Episode" Episode, Pt. 5: Feeling Your Feelings

S4E10 - The "Episode" Episode, Pt. 5: Feeling Your Feelings

In this episode, Lexi breaks down their recent breakdown, AGAIN! Lately, they've been feeling overwhelmed and burnt out and their central nervous system is on overdrive, causing Lexi to be more reactive than usual. Lexi walks listeners through the experience, what they were feeling, and the reflection that followed, ultimately realizing that much of their emotional dysregulation comes from a lifetime of feeling guilty about their emotions.

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If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please get help immediately. The resources below are for listeners in the US.

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You can find Lexi on⁠⁠ IG⁠⁠ and⁠⁠ twitter⁠⁠: @LexGonGivIt2ya_.

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Oct 06, 202330:37
S4E9 - The "Episode" Episode, Pt. 4: Activated CNS and Reactivity

S4E9 - The "Episode" Episode, Pt. 4: Activated CNS and Reactivity

In this episode, Lexi breaks down their recent breakdown! Lately, they've been feeling overwhelmed and burnt out and their central nervous system is on overdrive, causing Lexi to be more reactive than usual. Lexi walks listeners through the experience, what they were feeling, and the reflection that followed.

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If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please get help immediately. The resources below are for listeners in the US.

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You can find Lexi on⁠ IG⁠ and⁠ twitter⁠: @LexGonGivIt2ya_.

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Sep 22, 202353:15
S4E8 - Abolish For-Profit Healthcare

S4E8 - Abolish For-Profit Healthcare

**DISCLAIMER: The audio quality on this episode is less than stellar. We did an impromptu voice memo while it was raining on our camping trip. I have tried to clean up the audio as much as I can, so I apologize if it's difficult to understand. Will include a transcript as soon as I am able!** While camping in the mountains with no service, Lexi and their best friend Sam talk about one reason why privatized healthcare is abhorrent. Sam is a nurse navigator for cancer patients and has to regularly tell patients with multiple health conditions that insurance won't pay for their other healthcare costs AND their chemotherapy. ----- Resources from today’s episode: 😭 Video by a nurse about how everything ends up in the ER 😭 Petition for Medicare for All, #2 (MoveOn), #3 (Bernie Sanders'), #4 (Action Network) ---- These resources are for listeners in the US:


Sep 15, 202346:05
S4E7 - Black Therapists Deserve Better

S4E7 - Black Therapists Deserve Better

In today's modern cancel culture, it seems the public is more willing to doxx marginalized folks, specifically Black people whom they disagree with, when white people saying similar things don’t receive nearly the same level of backlash. In this episode, Lexi highlights three specific instances over the past 6 months or so that involved a Black mental health care provider has been dog-piled after stating objective truths or setting personal boundaries and challenges listeners to reflect and attempt to respond to things that trigger us, rather than reacting. 

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Sep 01, 202355:36
Minisode Mondays Ep9 - Music Therapy Mini #004: "Nocturne" by Sufferer w/ Scout

Minisode Mondays Ep9 - Music Therapy Mini #004: "Nocturne" by Sufferer w/ Scout

In the third installment of Scout’s breakdown of vis favorite tracks from Sufferer’s self titled EP, Lexi and Scout talk about track #7, “Nocturne.”
Aug 21, 202311:03
S4E6 - Unburdening Myself, Pt. 1: Communicating in Relationships

S4E6 - Unburdening Myself, Pt. 1: Communicating in Relationships

In this episode, Lexi reflects on the burdens that society has placed on their shoulders in regards to lifetime milestones. They struggle with feelings that they are unloved and a failure because they haven't checked the boxes of buying a house, getting married, and having kids. These feelings have come back with a vengeance around Lexi and Alex's 7 year anniversary, and Lexi shares a recent anecdote that brought them to the forefront.
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😭⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Suicide Prevention Hotline⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: 1-800-273-8255
😭⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Crisis Text Line⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: Text HOME to 741741
😭⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NAMI National Warmlines⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (text lines and phone lines; not for crisis)
😭⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ RAINN Sexual Assault Hotline⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: 800-656-4673 (HOPE)
😭 LBTQIA+ Support:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Trevor Project⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
😭⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Resources for Undocumented Immigrants and Families⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
😭⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mental Health Resources for Black communities⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
😭⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Resources for Reproductive Right⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
😭⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ National Eating Disorders Association resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, text NEDA to 741741 for crisis help. Hours for phone and text lines at link

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Aug 19, 202352:02
S4E5: No Bad Parts (IFS therapy), Pt. 1

S4E5: No Bad Parts (IFS therapy), Pt. 1

Internal Family Systems is the modality of therapy that Lexi and their therapist use, and it's mantra is that all parts are welcome and there are no bad parts. In this episode, Lexi explores bringing attention to the different parts of their whole self and the feelings and emotions they bring with them. Lexi shares a poem that was impactful in their own healing, and shares a post-therapy session reflection after doing "parts work."

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Resources from today's episode:

  • 😭 "The Guest House"⁠ by Jalaluddin Rumi
  • 😭⁠⁠ No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness with the Internal Family Systems Model by Richard Schwartz (I've linked to a black owned bookstore!)

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Aug 11, 202349:59
Minisode Mondays Ep8 - Music Therapy Mini #003: "Ache" by Sufferer w/ Scout

Minisode Mondays Ep8 - Music Therapy Mini #003: "Ache" by Sufferer w/ Scout

This music therapy minisode is a continuation of the last one, where Lexi and their friend Scout talk about, "Ache," the sixth track on Sufferer's self-titled album. This minisode ended up being an hour long as two autistic buds gushed about one of their favorite pieces of art. As a result, this is part of a minisode series. ----- Would you like to be part of the show? Do you have a Menty B or some music therapy you want to share? Submit your own ⁠minisode idea at this link⁠ or send a voice message, email, or DM! -----

These resources are for listeners in the US:

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Aug 07, 202309:53
S4E4 - Emotional Abuse Case Studies, Pt. 1: Jonah Hill and Sarah Brady

S4E4 - Emotional Abuse Case Studies, Pt. 1: Jonah Hill and Sarah Brady

The internet was in full debate mode recently when Sarah Brady, Jonah Hill's ex girlfriend, shared text message exchanges between her and Hill that she labeled as "emotionally abusive." A lot of people saw these texts as what they were and called it out as emotional abuse, while many others responded incredulously that this behavior was normal in a relationship.

In the episode, Lexi summarizes the text exchanges and highlights instances of manipulation and Hill trying to control his partner under the guise of "boundaries and healthy communication."

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Jul 28, 202348:56
S4E3 - Capitalism Hates Poor People!!!!, Pt. 3: Predatory Student Loans

S4E3 - Capitalism Hates Poor People!!!!, Pt. 3: Predatory Student Loans

Capitalism is designed to keep the poor poor, while making the rich richer. One of the tenets of capitalism is keeping the lower class in debt as a way to unequally distribute power. In America, wealth directly correlates to power, and when an entire generation is fed the lie that "going to college will make you successful," only to come out the other end in crippling student debt in a society where a Bachelor's degree is barely enough qualifications to make minimum wage.


In this episode, Lexi explores their own experience with predatory student loans and the how their student debt has been a huge factor in their declining mental health.

Resources in this episode:

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Jul 21, 202352:08
S4E2 - Capitalism Hates Poor People!!!!, Pt. 2: I'm Always Exhausted

S4E2 - Capitalism Hates Poor People!!!!, Pt. 2: I'm Always Exhausted

There are so many things we should be doing to be considered successful adults: working, socializing, saving for the future, work on relationships, among other personal responsibilities. Personally, I'm trying to build some small businesses and get back in touch with what I want to be doing, not what society says I should be. But I am always exhausted. I work long days just to get home in time to eat quickly and go to bed. I'm spending all of my free time recuperating so I'm ready to go to work again. I'm never able to relax or find time to do the things I want to.

In this episode, Lexi reflects on how the system is set up to keep the poor poor, tired, and working themselves to the bone for the wealthy elite.

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Resources from today's episodes:

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Find us on social media! The pod is on IG:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @cryinandtryin_pod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @cryinandtryinpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and Twitter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @cryin_tryin_pod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cryinandtryinpod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with episode suggestions, feedback, or anything else you want us to see!

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Jul 14, 202346:02
Minisode Mondays Ep7 - Music Therapy Mini #002: Sufferer's Self-Titled Album w/ Scout

Minisode Mondays Ep7 - Music Therapy Mini #002: Sufferer's Self-Titled Album w/ Scout

In this minisode, Lexi's friend Scout shares an album that holds a special place in vir heart - Sufferer's self titled album. This minisode ended up being an hour long as two autistic buds gushed about one of their favorite pieces of art. As a result, this will be a minisode series. In the first part, Scout and Lexi discuss the album in general. ----- Would you like to be part of the show? Do you have a Menty B or some music therapy you want to share? Submit your own ⁠minisode idea at this link⁠ or send a voice message, email, or DM! ----- If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please get help immediately. The resources below are for listeners in the US. These resources are for listeners in the US:

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Jul 10, 202316:29
Minisode Mondays Ep6 - Metacognition Mini #002: Working Through Feelings of Inadequacy

Minisode Mondays Ep6 - Metacognition Mini #002: Working Through Feelings of Inadequacy

In this minisode, Lexi explores feelings of inadequacy and demotivation when they're still depressed despite "doing all the right things" to help them get out of their funk.

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Would you like to be part of the show? Do you have a Menty B or some music therapy you want to share? Submit your own minisode idea at this link or send a voice message, email, or DM!

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If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please get help immediately. The resources below are for listeners in the US.

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Jul 10, 202309:18
S4E1 - WTF Are Boundaries, Pt. 3: Your Friends Aren't Free Therapists

S4E1 - WTF Are Boundaries, Pt. 3: Your Friends Aren't Free Therapists

We all turn to friends for advice and venting. How do we discern when we've crossed the line, or are close to, and are relying on our friend solely for their free emotional labor? In this episode, Lexi and their best friend Sam discuss how they navigate being the "therapy friend" and setting boundaries while still helping their friends as much as possible.

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Jul 07, 202301:10:36
S3E30 - Plant Analogies for Mental Health

S3E30 - Plant Analogies for Mental Health

In the Season 3 finale, Lexi shares some analogies that they've used to help change the way they look at their mental health and taking care of themselves.


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May 12, 202352:04
S3E29 - Climate Anxiety, Pt. 1

S3E29 - Climate Anxiety, Pt. 1

The world is dying, catastrophic weather events are happening constantly, and the future is scary. Even though climate change could be significantly impacted if major corporations did their part, they pass the buck to the individual over and over again. Over time, we start to internalize that it's our fault if the environment gets worse... but is that true? In this episode, Lexi shares how they combat climate anxiety by doing what they can, where they can to save our planet.

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May 05, 202342:27
Minisode Mondays Ep5: Metacognition Mini #001, Recognizing and Interrupting Unhelpful Thought Patterns

Minisode Mondays Ep5: Metacognition Mini #001, Recognizing and Interrupting Unhelpful Thought Patterns

In this minisode, Lexi practices some metacognition in the moment when they have an intense reaction to a very mild response from their therapist.

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May 03, 202311:12
S3E28 - Autism Acceptance Month 2023, Pt. 3: Selective Mutism/Partially/Non-Verbal & Sensory Overwhelm

S3E28 - Autism Acceptance Month 2023, Pt. 3: Selective Mutism/Partially/Non-Verbal & Sensory Overwhelm

In this episode, Lex explores their experience with selective mutism and sensory overwhelm and shares responses from others about their experience with these phenomena, that many Autistic people experience.

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Apr 29, 202301:02:23
S3E27 - Autism Acceptance Month 2023, Pt. 2: Overlap with Autism/Trans Identities

S3E27 - Autism Acceptance Month 2023, Pt. 2: Overlap with Autism/Trans Identities

Lex continues their discussion about Autism acceptance, focusing on the link between trans and gender non-conforming identities and Autism, as well as communication struggles that they've personally experienced due to their neurotype.

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Apr 21, 202345:50
Minisode Mondays Ep4: Menty B Mini #003, Mitigating a Menty B April '23

Minisode Mondays Ep4: Menty B Mini #003, Mitigating a Menty B April '23

In this minisode, Lexi reflects on how they have been preparing for the Menty B on the horizon. They know their warning signs and the patterns that they fall into, and knew this change in routine would be triggering for them. Sometimes you just have to ride the bleh out the best you can.


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Apr 17, 202309:59
S3E26 - Autism Acceptance Month 2023, Pt. 1: Late Self-Diagnosis

S3E26 - Autism Acceptance Month 2023, Pt. 1: Late Self-Diagnosis

Over the past few years, Lexi has been thinking they might be Autistic. They've followed Autistic accounts on social media, done online assessments, even read books and articles on the subject. After joining a number of neurodivergent communities, Lexi is confident they're Autistic and share how they came to that realization in this episode.


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Apr 14, 202357:10
S3E25 - Sexual Assault Awareness Month: Lexi's Experience with CSA

S3E25 - Sexual Assault Awareness Month: Lexi's Experience with CSA

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. In this episode, Lexi shares details of their trauma history and their childhood sexual assault that spanned 5 years. Lexi urges us to believe victims and to be more mindful of those we interact with, as predators are most often the people we know and trust instead of a bogeyman drag queen.


*PLEASE BE ADVISED* Trigger Warning: Content may be explicit of nature and mentions potentially triggering topics such as Sexual Assault, Physical/Emotional Abuse, Suicide Attempts, Drug Use


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Apr 07, 202301:09:40
Minisode Mondays Ep3 - Menty B Mini #002: April '23

Minisode Mondays Ep3 - Menty B Mini #002: April '23

Join Lexi in real time as they experience and process a "Menty B" while physically ill, with a special guest appearance from their partner, Alex!

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Apr 03, 202318:49
S3E24 - Self Care, Pt. 1: Routines

S3E24 - Self Care, Pt. 1: Routines

Lexi discusses a not-so-fun part of their self-care regimen: sticking to routines. It's not always fun or cool to have a consistent bedtime, to practice good sleep hygiene, and to set your day up for success. But over the past few years, Lexi has realized just how vital successful, productive routines are to their overall wellbeing.

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Mar 24, 202337:15
Minisode Mondays Ep 2 - Music Therapy Mini #001: "SUPERBLOOM" by MisterWives

Minisode Mondays Ep 2 - Music Therapy Mini #001: "SUPERBLOOM" by MisterWives

Lexi shares one of their favorite songs and how it makes them feel. Join Lexi as they analyze how certain lyrics affect them, and even listen to the song! Send us an email or a DM if you have a song you want to share for the next Music Therapy Minisode!!!

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Mar 20, 202316:07
S3E23 - Panic Attacks, Pt. 1

S3E23 - Panic Attacks, Pt. 1

People talk about "panic attacks" liberally, all the time, myself included. Many have said they've had panic attacks because they truly thought they had. But until you experience a true panic attack, it's difficult to discern between those and anxiety attacks. In this episode, Lexi breaks down their experience with a recent panic attack from the feelings in the moment, to the recovery. --- Resources from today's episode: 😭 "Do you Know the Difference Between Panic and Anxiety?" by McLean Hospital 😭 Panic Attacks and Panic Disorder from the Mayo Clinic 😭 "How to deal with panic attacks" from the NHS inform website --- If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please get help immediately. The resources below are for listeners in the US. 😭 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 😭 Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 😭 NAMI National Warmlines (text lines and phone lines; not for crisis) 😭 RAINN Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-4673 (HOPE) 😭 LBTQIA+ Support: The Trevor Project 😭 Resources for Undocumented Immigrants and Families 😭 Mental Health Resources for Black communities 😭 Resources for Gun Safety 😭 Resources for Reproductive Rights 😭 National Eating Disorders Association resources, text NEDA to 741741 for crisis help. Hours for phone and text lines at link


Mar 17, 202336:01
S3E22 - Capitalism Hates Poor People!!!!, Pt. 1

S3E22 - Capitalism Hates Poor People!!!!, Pt. 1

Lexi reflects on how society views, treats, and talks about impoverished folks in a rant-filled episode. When we can stop applying inherent judgment to poverty and change attitudes around hustle culture, only then does it feel possible for us to start the impetus of change.

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Mar 10, 202330:22
Minisode Mondays Ep1 - Menty B Mini #001: March '23

Minisode Mondays Ep1 - Menty B Mini #001: March '23

Join Lexi in real-time as they experience and process a "Menty B!"

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Mar 07, 202316:42
S3E21 - One Year of Cryin' & Tryin'

S3E21 - One Year of Cryin' & Tryin'

HAPPY ONE YEAR OF CRYIN' & TRYIN'!!!

In this episode, Lexi reflects on how it doesn't feel like it's been a year of podcasting and all of the changes that have come in the past year. They share listener feedback on things they're grateful for and proud of themselves for, and share what's on the horizon for year 2.

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Mar 03, 202335:36
Mental Health check in with Talik | "Let's talk about it my brothers"

Mental Health check in with Talik | "Let's talk about it my brothers"

I am stepping down for the month of February and instead elevating Black mental health podcasts. This week, I am elevating the show Mental Health check in with Talik, hosted by Talik Monroe. Talik brings guests on his show to discuss how their mental health is, without limits, and this is one of his favorite episodes. Please listen to this episode on Talik's channel, so his channel gets the traffic and ad revenue. If you like what you hear, consider following his work. 

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"Men’s mental health chat with Andrew Lemon, Brian Thomas, Robert Marshall and Rayvann Kee II"

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Feb 24, 202301:05:42
Diversity Dish - Self Care, Black Women, Therapy, and More | Dr. Tiffany M. Jenkins

Diversity Dish - Self Care, Black Women, Therapy, and More | Dr. Tiffany M. Jenkins

I am stepping down for the month of February and instead elevating Black mental health podcasts. You'll remember Sedie from S3E10 when we discussed equity, inclusion, and social justice (one of my personal favorite episodes). This week, I am elevating Sedie's favorite episode from her own podcast, The Diversity Dish. Please listen to this episode on Sedie's channel, so her channel gets the traffic and ad revenue. If you like what you hear, consider following her work. 

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"This is a DO NOT MISS episode for Black women, those who love them and those who work with them! Dr. J and Sedie really get into some of the reasons we, Black women specifically, suffer from a lack of self care and what we need to do to change that. We talk about why more Black and brown therapists are needed and how to find the affordability. Listening to this conversation you'll truly feel like a fly on the wall of a private, important and enlightening conversation. 

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Dr. Tiffany M. Jenkins is New Jersey-based licensed professional counselor with over 20 years of experience in the behavioral health field. Dr. J owns and operates Awakening Change LLC where she helps her clients to develop and implement self-care strategies to reduce stress and avoid burnout. She is a sought after public speaker and workshop facilitator, author, and experienced clinical supervisor. When not in the public spotlight, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons."

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Feb 17, 202301:05:18
Wine, Weed, and Whispers - Ep. 103 - Why Don't They Just Leave?

Wine, Weed, and Whispers - Ep. 103 - Why Don't They Just Leave?

I am stepping down for the month of February and instead elevating Black mental health podcasts. Please listen to this episode on Wine, Weed, and Whisper's channel, hosted by Taylor, Cass, Eleanor, and Erika, so their channel gets the traffic and  ad revenue.

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Twitter:

https://twitter.com/wineweedwhisper?s=21&t=qc3kOzeVN7lfSBlFig-vAg

Song:

http://itunes.apple.com/album/id/1659778141

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Feb 10, 202301:08:47
Relatively Normal - S4 - Ep81 - The Uncommon Strength of Black Women with Danese Wright

Relatively Normal - S4 - Ep81 - The Uncommon Strength of Black Women with Danese Wright

I am stepping down for the month of February and instead elevating Black mental health podcasts. Please listen to this episode on Marc Paisant's channel so his channel gets the traffic and he gets his ad revenue. You can listen to the episode on his page here:  S4 - Ep81 - The Uncommon Strength of Black Women with Danese Wright

"We all carry around stress. We all have inner demons that we have the hide under the guise that everything is alright.  We all have to pick our times to be vulnerable while putting on a strong act around the public.  For women, and more specifically black women, the stress and strain that envelops their lives is not only unique but it is harder and heavier than anyone one else's.  Most people know the term "Strong Black Woman" and use it like it is a complement.  However, do you really know how stressful and mentally exhausting it is to have to be STRONG all the time.  When do black women get to rest? When do they get to lighten their load? When is the world going to repay them for the struggle they endure as women and people of color?

On this week's show, I welcome my guest, Danese Wright of Root Insurance, to talk about this important topic.  She is a self-described "Experienced leader with a passion for driving Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion" who takes educating others about the extra stress of being a black women in modern day America very seriously.

I cannot say enough about Danese - she is smart, strong and a voice for change. The show will be available Monday, 9/6, at 5pm on any platform that you listen to podcasts.

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Feb 03, 202349:11
S3E20 - The "Episode" Episode, Pt. 3: Depression and Anxiety After Rationing Medication

S3E20 - The "Episode" Episode, Pt. 3: Depression and Anxiety After Rationing Medication

Many people in the US are having difficulties obtaining their medication for a variety of reasons. Lexi had to ration their anxiety medication through most of January '23. In this episode, Lexi reflects on the difficulties with not having medication refilled when needed and how they are adjusting their daily life to accommodate for the side effects of medication withdrawal.

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You can find Lexi on IG and twitter: @LexGonGivIt2ya_.

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Jan 27, 202324:54
S3E19 - Coping Skills, Pt. 3: Moving Away From Judging How we Cope w/ Max

S3E19 - Coping Skills, Pt. 3: Moving Away From Judging How we Cope w/ Max

Humans like to put things into categories: good and bad, healthy and unhealthy. While categorizing helps inform us, it also lends itself to bias. When we label the things we do as "bad" or "unhealthy" it's only natural for us to feel guilty for engaging in those behaviors, even when those very behaviors are the only things helping us to survive. Lexi and guest Max share their thoughts on judging our coping mechanisms and how this can ultimately harm us in our journey to healing.

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You can find Lexi on IG and twitter: @LexGonGivIt2ya_.

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Jan 22, 202350:38
S3E18 - Spiritual Ascension by Cherie Amour w/ Trey Miller, Pt. 2

S3E18 - Spiritual Ascension by Cherie Amour w/ Trey Miller, Pt. 2

In part 2 of the interview with Trey Miller, lead singer of nu-punk band Cherie Amour, continue their discussion of how music has impacted their mental health. Trey reflects on the nuances of being a Black man in the rock scene and the pair discusses the impact of music on the individual and how it connects us all. 

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You can find Lexi on IG and twitter: @LexGonGivIt2ya_.You can find Trey on instagram @treycherie_ and twitter @trey_cherie and the band on insta and twitter @cherieamourband.

I am a proud member of the PodPros community. Trey's portrait on the episode art is courtesy of @saucewithspoons


Jan 14, 202349:57
S3E17 - Spiritual Ascension by Cherie Amour w/ Trey Miller, Pt. 1

S3E17 - Spiritual Ascension by Cherie Amour w/ Trey Miller, Pt. 1

Lexi and vocalist from nu-punk band Cherie Amour, Trey Miller, discuss how music has helped us to heal, build community, and connect with others. The discussion starts with the themes of mental health and spirituality in the band's debut EP, Spiritual Ascension. Trey and Lexi commiserate over how capitalism has affected our mental health and how we both feel happiest divesting from late stage capitalism and following our passions.

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You can find Lexi on IG and twitter: @LexGonGivIt2ya_.You can find Trey on instagram @treycherie_ and twitter @trey_cherie and the band on insta and twitter @cherieamourband.

I am a proud member of the PodPros community. Trey's portrait on the episode art is courtesy of @saucewithspoons

Jan 06, 202355:59
S3E16 - Coping Skills, Pt. 2: Establishing a Gratitude Practice

S3E16 - Coping Skills, Pt. 2: Establishing a Gratitude Practice

A gratitude practice has been vital to maintaining peace and wellness for Lexi. It may seem silly, but challenging ourselves to find things to be appreciative of actually changes the neural pathways in our brains. By starting a gratitude practice, you're giving yourself permission to view the world through a new lens. Lexi shares their experience with gratitude and how it has helped change their perspective.

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You can find Lexi on IG and twitter: @LexGonGivIt2ya_.

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Dec 30, 202239:30
S3E15 - F Capitalism, Pt 1: Therapy is a Band-Aid Solution

S3E15 - F Capitalism, Pt 1: Therapy is a Band-Aid Solution

While therapy can be beneficial, and in some cases necessary, the root of the problem is that we continue to uphold oppressive systems by pathologizing normal reactions to living under late stage capitalism.  

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You can find Lexi on IG and twitter: @LexGonGivIt2ya_.

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Dec 23, 202232:39
S3E14 - It's Okay to Be... Okay?

S3E14 - It's Okay to Be... Okay?

"It's okay not to be okay" is something we hear all the time. This phrase helps people who are struggling to stop berating themselves for being a human being. However, for those of us who have been struggling for an extended period of time, being OKAY and well is uncomfortable. We are so used to being in fight or flight mode and hyper vigilant of our surroundings. Or we’ve accepted that we will always feel numb and flat. So when the pain and depression subside, we don’t know what to do with ourselves. This episode is a reflection of how Lexi has been dealing with this new experience of being okay.

Find us on social media! The pod is on IG: @cryinandtryin_pod, Facebook: @cryinandtryinpod, and Twitter: @cryin_tryin_pod. Email us at cryinandtryinpod@gmail.com with episode suggestions, feedback, or anything else you want us to see!

You can find Lexi on IG: @LexGonGivIt2Ya_.

Dec 16, 202241:28
S3E13 - Eating Disorders, Pt. 3: Tips to Improve Your Relationship with Food w/ Laura Kilcline

S3E13 - Eating Disorders, Pt. 3: Tips to Improve Your Relationship with Food w/ Laura Kilcline

Registered Dietician, Laura Kilcline, is back to talk eating disorders with Lexi. The discussion touches on mindset, habits, and how society impacts our ideas around fueling our bodies. Laura also shares some of her tips and tricks for improving how you approach your relationship with food and nutrition. 

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Resources from today’s episode:

If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please get help immediately. The resources below are for listeners in the US.

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You can find Lexi on IG: @lex_gon_give_it2ya and Laura and her podcast on instagram: @balanced.fueling and @rhodetofuelingbetter.

Dec 09, 202248:19
S3E12 - Eating Disorders, Pt. 2: Clinical Perspective w/ Laura Kilcline

S3E12 - Eating Disorders, Pt. 2: Clinical Perspective w/ Laura Kilcline

Lexi brings Registered Dietitian and friend Laura Kilcine on to continue the discussion about nutrition, eating disorders, and mental health. Laura has always been a foodie and loves that her professional life involves helping people to improve their relationship with food. In this episode, Laura explains what exactly EDs are in clinical terms, what work with her clients can look like, and how one might start treating an ED.

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You can find Lexi on IG and twitter: @LexGonGivIt2ya_ and Laura & her podcast on instagram: @balanced.fueling & @rhodetofuelingbetter.

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Dec 02, 202252:38
S3E11 - Intro to Trauma w/ Therapist Karen Robinson

S3E11 - Intro to Trauma w/ Therapist Karen Robinson

Trauma is complex, and healing from trauma can seem impossible. This week’s guest, Karen Robinson, is both a survivor and a trauma recovery expert. She shares her perspective on different trauma treatments, explains how community is vital to heal, and provides some resources for listeners to begin their own healing process.

Resources from today’s episode:

If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please get help immediately. The resources below are for listeners in the US.

Find us on social media! The pod is on IG: @cryinandtryin_pod, Facebook: @cryinandtryinpod, and Twitter: @cryin_tryin_pod. Email us at cryinandtryinpod@gmail.com with episode suggestions, feedback, or anything else you want us to see!

You can find Lexi on twitter and IG @LexGonGivIt2Ya_. You can find Karen on IG @healthrivedream_and twitter @healthrivedream 

I am a proud member of the PodPros community and this guest was found through #PodMatch.

Nov 25, 202201:08:40