When Life Feels Messy...
By When Life Feels Messy...
Whether you are driving to or from campus or just need a break from studying, we hope this podcast is insightful, impactful, and provides some peace and comfort in knowing you're not alone. Through this, we hope you find the courage to navigate your own mental health journey.
When Life Feels Messy...Apr 11, 2024
EP. 19 Transitioning from Student to Professional
Hello Wonderful Listeners and thank you for tuning in to our 19th episode! During this episode, we discuss some of the challenges and new beginnings you my face as a student graduating and entering into your professional field of work, including a change in overall routine, job interviewing, your relationship with money, and future personal and professional goals.
TWU Crisis Information:
Denton Front Office: 940-898-3801
Crisis Line: 940-898-4357
Interested in more When Life Feels Messy content? Check out this month's blog and YouTube video!
Blog: https://whenlifefeelsmessy.blogspot.com/2024/04/april-2024-what-to-do-when-your.html
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whenlifefeelsmessy...
Instagram: @twucaps and @twudalhou_caps
EP. 18: Body Image Awareness Month
Hello Wonderful Listeners and thank you for tuning in to our first episode of the New Year!! During this episode, we highlight February as Body Image Awareness Month! We explore and discuss a variety of impacts, myths, and practical tools to start developing a healthy and authentic self-body image.
TWU Crisis Information:
Denton Front Office: 940-898-3801
Crisis Line: 940-898-4357
Interested in more When Life Feels Messy content? Check out this month's blog and YouTube video!
Blog: https://whenlifefeelsmessy.blogspot.com/2024/02/february-2024-is-your-body-image.html
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whenlifefeelsmessy...
Instagram: @twucaps and @twudalhou_caps
EP. 17: How do I respectfully decline this conversation? 101
Hello Wonderful Listeners and thank you for tuning in to December 2023 episode and last episode of the year! During this episode, we explore common topics we try to avoid during the holidays, reasons why others continue engaging in uncomfortable topics, and effective ways to respectfully and politely decline a conversation.
We know that this can be a sensitive topic to discuss and listen to, so be sure to give yourself some time to pause during and after the episode to engage in mindfulness and reflect on the anything that resonated with you. Below we have listed the resources discussed in the episode.
Resources:
Denton County Friends of the Family: 940-382-7273, www.dcfof.org
(Harris County): AVDA, 713-224-9911, avda.org
(Dallas County): Dallas Area Rape Crisis Center, 972-641-7273,
dallasrapecrisis.org
(National) Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network (RAINN), 800-656-HOPE,
rain.org
(Legal) Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid/Legal Aid for Survivors of Sexual Assault
TRLA/LASSA, 800-991-5153, trla.org
TWU & Title IX: https://twu.edu/civility/sexual-violence-education-title-ix/
TWU Crisis Information:
Denton Front Office: 940-898-3801
Crisis Line: 940-898-4357
Interested in more When Life Feels Messy content? Check out this month's blog and YouTube video!
Blog: https://whenlifefeelsmessy.blogspot.com/2023/12/december-2023-navigating-boundaries.html
YouTube: https://youtu.be/LE0bVtYKeAE
Instagram: @twucaps and @twudalhou_caps
EP. 16 Navigating Difficult Parent Relationships as an Adult Child
Hello Wonderful Listeners and thank you for tuning in to November 2023 episode! During this episode, we explore all components regarding adult children of emotionally immature parents (EIP). We discuss different types and characteristics of EIPs, signs you had an EIP, and how to heal as an evolving, emotionally mature adult.
We know that this can be a sensitive topic to discuss and listen to, so be sure to give yourself some time to pause during and after the episode to engage in mindfulness and reflect on the anything that resonated with you. Below we have listed the resources discussed in the episode.
Resources:
Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents by Lindsay C. Gibson
Resources:
Denton County Friends of the Family: 940-382-7273, www.dcfof.org
(Harris County): AVDA, 713-224-9911, avda.org
(Dallas County): Dallas Area Rape Crisis Center, 972-641-7273,
dallasrapecrisis.org
(National) Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network (RAINN), 800-656-HOPE,
rain.org
(Legal) Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid/Legal Aid for Survivors of Sexual Assault
TRLA/LASSA, 800-991-5153, trla.org
TWU & Title IX: https://twu.edu/civility/sexual-violence-education-title-ix/
TWU Crisis Information:
Denton Front Office: 940-898-3801
Crisis Line: 940-898-4357
Interested in more When Life Feels Messy content? Check out this month's blog and YouTube video!
Blog: https://whenlifefeelsmessy.blogspot.com/2023/10/november-2023-warning-signs-and.html
YouTube: https://youtu.be/LE0bVtYKeAE
Instagram: @twucaps and @twudalhou_caps
EP. 15 What to Do if You Have a Loved One in an Abusive Relationship? with Cyndi Grady, LPC
Hello wonderful listeners and thank you for joining us for our October 2023 podcast! During this episode, we are joined by the fabulous Cyndi Grady, LPC, who is our fellow CAPS counselor on the TWU Denton campus. Cyndi shares valuable information about domestic violence, abuse, tips for survivors and support systems, and the healing process, as October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. We know that this can be a sensitive topic to discuss and listen to, so be sure to give yourself some time to pause during and after the episode to engage in mindfulness and reflect on the anything that resonated with you. Below we have listed the resources discussed in the episode.
Resources:
National DV Hotline
www.thehotline.org/support-others/
800-799-7233
Live chat available on the website
Text “START” to 88788
Denton County Friends of the Family
940-382-7273 (call or text)
800-572-4031 (call only)
Harris County DV Coordinating Council
(a “dashboard” of local DV resources)
www.hcdvcc.org/resources for survivors
Domestic Shelters
www.domesticshelters.org/help/tx/dallas
https://domestic-shelters.s3.amazonaws.com/production/assets/2021/10/25/17/46/37/6a0897b3-22f5-4899-8459-c31e0ae02f40/What%20Are%20the%20Power%20and%20Control%20Wheels_.pdf - lists, questionnaires, power and control wheels, article and book recommendations
Safe Connections https://safeconnections.org/how-to-help-a-friend-or-loved-one-who-is-being-abused-2/
www.domesticshelters.org/resources/books
Texas Council on Family Violence (TCFV)
For statistics and information as well as a “Find Help” button
Resources:
Denton County Friends of the Family: 940-382-7273, www.dcfof.org
(Harris County): AVDA, 713-224-9911, avda.org
(Dallas County): Dallas Area Rape Crisis Center, 972-641-7273,
dallasrapecrisis.org
(National) Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network (RAINN), 800-656-HOPE,
rain.org
(Legal) Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid/Legal Aid for Survivors of Sexual Assault
TRLA/LASSA, 800-991-5153, trla.org
TWU & Title IX: https://twu.edu/civility/sexual-violence-education-title-ix/
TWU Crisis Information:
Denton Front Office: 940-898-3801
Crisis Line: 940-898-4357
Interested in more When Life Feels Messy content? Check out this month's blog and YouTube video!
Blog: https://whenlifefeelsmessy.blogspot.com/2023/10/october-2023-how-to-combat-midterm.html
YouTube: https://youtu.be/LE0bVtYKeAE
Instagram: @twucaps and @twudalhou_caps
EP. 14 Sexual Health Awareness Month
Hello Wonderful Listeners!
In honor of September being Sexual Health Awareness Month, we dive into the realm of sexual health and empowerment! If you're interest in learning more about consent, safer sex practices, sexual pleasure, and much more, give this episode a listen for a riveting and informative conversation.
Resources:
Denton County Friends of the Family: 940-382-7273, www.dcfof.org
(Harris County): AVDA, 713-224-9911, avda.org
(Dallas County): Dallas Area Rape Crisis Center, 972-641-7273,
dallasrapecrisis.org
(National) Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network (RAINN), 800-656-HOPE,
rain.org
(Legal) Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid/Legal Aid for Survivors of Sexual Assault
TRLA/LASSA, 800-991-5153, trla.org
TWU & Title IX: https://twu.edu/civility/sexual-violence-education-title-ix/
TWU Crisis Information:
Denton Front Office: 940-898-3801
Crisis Line: 940-898-4357
Interested in more When Life Feels Messy content? Check out this month's blog and YouTube video!
Blog: https://whenlifefeelsmessy.blogspot.com/2023/09/september-2023-suicide-survivors-of-loss.html
YouTube: https://youtu.be/LE0bVtYKeAE
Instagram: @twucaps and @twudalhou_caps
EP. 13 Finding Balance
Hello Wonderful Listeners!! Happy Wellness Month from your WLFM team! In this month's episode we dive into the struggles of "non-traditional" students and strategies on how to find a balance, especially with self-care, when you have to juggle so much more on top of the role and responsibilities of being a college student.
Resources:
Denton County Friends of the Family: 940-382-7273, www.dcfof.org
(Harris County): AVDA, 713-224-9911, avda.org
(Dallas County): Dallas Area Rape Crisis Center, 972-641-7273,
dallasrapecrisis.org
(National) Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network (RAINN), 800-656-HOPE,
rain.org
(Legal) Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid/Legal Aid for Survivors of Sexual Assault
TRLA/LASSA, 800-991-5153, trla.org
TWU & Title IX: https://twu.edu/civility/sexual-violence-education-title-ix/
TWU Crisis Information:
Denton Front Office: 940-898-3801
Crisis Line: 940-898-4357
Interested in more When Life Feels Messy content? Check out this month's blog and YouTube video!
Blog: https://whenlifefeelsmessy.blogspot.com/2023/08/august-2023-working-with-what-you-have.html
YouTube: https://youtu.be/LE0bVtYKeAE
Instagram: @twucaps and @twudalhou_caps
EP. 12 The Breakdown of the Four Horsemen
Hello Wonderful Listeners and welcome to our 1 year WFLM anniversary episode! During this episode, we dive into the Gottman Institute's Four Horsemen of the Apocalyse metaphor that describe the four traits that signal your relationship needs some repair. We also discuss the everyday, practical tools to use to combat the Four Horsemen.
Resources:
Denton County Friends of the Family: 940-382-7273, www.dcfof.org
(Harris County): AVDA, 713-224-9911, avda.org
(Dallas County): Dallas Area Rape Crisis Center, 972-641-7273,
dallasrapecrisis.org
(National) Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network (RAINN), 800-656-HOPE,
rain.org
(Legal) Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid/Legal Aid for Survivors of Sexual Assault
TRLA/LASSA, 800-991-5153, trla.org
TWU & Title IX: https://twu.edu/civility/sexual-violence-education-title-ix/
TWU Crisis Information:
Denton Front Office: 940-898-3801
Crisis Line: 940-898-4357
Interested in more When Life Feels Messy content? Check out this month's blog and YouTube video!
Blog: https://whenlifefeelsmessy.blogspot.com/2023/07/july-2023-making-conflict-work-in-your.html
YouTube: https://youtu.be/LE0bVtYKeAE
Instagram: @twucaps and @twudalhou_caps
EP. 10 Attachment Styles
Hello Wonderful Listeners and Happy Mental Health Awareness Month! We are excited to share this episode diving into attachment styles, relationships, and how to start meaningful change within yourself. We speak with our fellow CAPS therapist Heidi Ellis, outlining each attachment style category, how to identify your attachment style, and what to do when your attachment style negatively impacts your close relationships, including with yourself.
Experience in Close Relationships Questionnaire:
Resources:
Denton County Friends of the Family: 940-382-7273, www.dcfof.org
(Harris County): AVDA, 713-224-9911, avda.org
(Dallas County): Dallas Area Rape Crisis Center, 972-641-7273,
dallasrapecrisis.org
(National) Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network (RAINN), 800-656-HOPE,
rain.org
(Legal) Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid/Legal Aid for Survivors of Sexual Assault
TRLA/LASSA, 800-991-5153, trla.org
TWU & Title IX: https://twu.edu/civility/sexual-violence-education-title-ix/
TWU Crisis Information:
Denton Front Office: 940-898-3801
Crisis Line: 940-898-4357
Interested in more When Life Feels Messy content? Check out this month's blog and YouTube video!
Blog: https://whenlifefeelsmessy.blogspot.com/2023/05/may-2023-connection-between-music-and.html
YouTube: https://youtu.be/VTU6XCXyXr0
Instagram: @twucaps and @twudalhou_caps
EP. 9: Sexual Assault Awareness Month with Cyndi Grady, LPC
Hello wonderful listeners and thank you for joining us for our April podcast! During this episode, we are joined by the fabulous Cyndi Grady, LPC, who is our fellow CAPS counselor on the TWU Denton campus. Cyndi shares valuable information about sexual assault and the healing process, as April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. We know that this can be a sensitive topic to discuss and listen to, so be sure to give yourself some time to pause during and after the episode to engage in mindfulness and reflect on the anything that resonated with you. Below we have listed the resources discussed in the episode.
Resources:
Denton County Friends of the Family: 940-382-7273, www.dcfof.org
(Harris County): AVDA, 713-224-9911, avda.org
(Dallas County): Dallas Area Rape Crisis Center, 972-641-7273,
dallasrapecrisis.org
(National) Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network (RAINN), 800-656-HOPE,
rain.org
(Legal) Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid/Legal Aid for Survivors of Sexual Assault
TRLA/LASSA, 800-991-5153, trla.org
TWU & Title IX: https://twu.edu/civility/sexual-violence-education-title-ix/
TWU Crisis Information:
Denton Front Office: 940-898-3801
Crisis Line: 940-898-4357
Interested in more When Life Feels Messy content? Check out this month's blog and YouTube video!
Blog: https://whenlifefeelsmessy.blogspot.com/2023/04/april-2023-sexual-assault-awareness.html
YouTube: https://youtu.be/rJO0MMqOu3Q
Instagram: @twucaps and @twudalhou_caps
EP 8: Putting the BREAK back in Spring Break
In this episode, we discuss the importance of hitting the pause button, and taking an actual break. This episode is short and sweet and to the point because we want to empower you to make the most out of your Spring Break.
Interested in more When Life Feels Messy content? Check out this month's blog and YouTube video!
Blog: https://whenlifefeelsmessy.blogspot.com/2023/03/march-2023-spring-break-doesnt-mean.html
YouTube: https://youtu.be/rJO0MMqOu3Q
Instagram: @twucaps and @twudalhou_caps
TWU Crisis Information:
Denton Front Office: 940-898-3801
Crisis Line: 940-898-4357
EP 7: When You Feel You Are The Exception To Unconditional Love
Although the month of February can be a symbol to show love to others, it most definitely does not promote the magic of self-love. Many times we often forget to look in the mirror and give ourselves that unconditional love we so easily dish out to others. In this episode, we discuss what makes self-love difficult, why it's important, what it could look like for you, and walk you through a short interactive exercise to begin your self-love journey.
Learn more about Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs here: https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-maslows-hierarchy-of-needs-4136760
Interested in more When Life Feels Messy content? Check out this month's blog and YouTube video!
Blog: https://whenlifefeelsmessy.blogspot.com/2023/02/february-2023-building-best-house-with.html
YouTube: https://youtu.be/NKo6w9JL24k
Instagram: @twucaps and @twudalhou_caps
TWU Crisis Information:
Denton Front Office: 940-898-3801
Crisis Line: 940-898-4357
EP 6 : The Unrealistic Side of "New Year, New You" Mindset
The "New Year, New You" Mindset has plagued our mental health each year and it's time to finally discuss the real setbacks of subscribing to it, and highlight the REALISTIC ways to help and honor yourself in the New Year.
In this episode we discuss how holding yourself accountable to changes is easier said than done when we set unrealistic or unattainable goals. We also share how to authentically and realistically set measurable goals.
Interested in other When Life Feels Messy content?
Blog - https://whenlifefeelsmessy.blogspot.com/2023/01/january-2023-from-people-pleasing-to.html
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@whenlifefeelsmessy...
Instagram - @twucaps and @twudalhou_caps
TWU CAPS Contact Information:
Denton Front Office - 940-898-3801
Crisis Line - 940-898-4357
EP 5: Unhappy Holidays
All season long, we hear "Happy Holidays" but for some the holidays aren't holly and jolly. There are lot of factors and emotions that can make the holidays an unpleasant experience and join us as we have a transparent conversation about it.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Bearing the Unbearable: Love, Loss, and the Heartbreaking Path of Grief by Joanne Cacciatore, Jeffrey Rubin
- Christmas Makes Me Cry by Kacey Musgraves
Want more WLFM content?
- YouTube - https://youtu.be/HrjEqIkgS9E
- Blog - https://whenlifefeelsmessy.blogspot.com/2022/11/december-2022-grief-holidays.html
TWU CAPS Contact Information:
- Denton Front Office - 940-898-3801
- Crisis Line - 940-898-4357
EP 4: Stress Awareness & Management
Since we are finishing up with midterms and finals are approaching quickly, what better topic to discuss than stress awareness and management?! Join us and our special guest, Dr. Linda Louden, Licensed Psychologist and former Associate Director of the Dallas and Houston CAPS teams, as she talks about the ins and outs of stress and how to manage it in a healthy way.
Special treat: Check out this month's YouTube video, which is the visual of Dr. Linda Louden walking through interactive strategies to help when you are feeling overwhelmed by stress - https://youtu.be/LHBO0yM6NQs
Interested in this month's blog: https://whenlifefeelsmessy.blogspot.com/2022/10/november-2022-gift-of-presence-for.html
Check us out on instagram: @twudalhou_caps and @twucaps
EP 3: Intimate Partner Violence/Domestic Violence
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, so in honor of that we have special guest, Cyndi Grady, LPC, who has years of experience working with victims/survivors and perpetrators of domestic violence/intimate partner violence, talking with us this topic!
In this episode, we cover signs/things to look out for, power and control wheel, equality wheel, how to reflect on your own relationships, resources, and so much more. We also have a Youtube video covering the visual Power and Control Wheel and Equality Wheel, so check that out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_9e0rUeUdw
You can also check out our blog post which covers healthy vs. toxic relationships here: https://whenlifefeelsmessy.blogspot.com/2022/10/october-2022-healthy-vs-unhealthytoxic.html
If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse from a domestic violence situation and need help, please utilize the resources below and know support is available:
- TWU CAPS Crisis Line (24/7) - 940-898-4357
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233
- Denton County Crisis Line: 800-762-0157
- Dallas Suicide and Crisis Center: 214-828-1000
- Houston/Harris County Crisis Line: 713-970-7000
- The Trevor Project: Crisis and Suicide Prevention Helpline for LGBTQ Youth: 866-488-7386
- Veteran’s Crisis Line: 800-273-8255
Episode 2 - National Suicide Prevention Month
September is National Suicide Prevention Month, so in this episode we tackle the hard topic of suicide.
*Listener discretion is advised as sensitive information is discussed*
If you or anyone you know is experiencing suicidal ideation, please utilize the resources below:
- TWU CAPS Crisis Line - 940-898-HELP (4357)
- National Suicide Prevention Line - 988
- Denton County Crisis Line: 800-762-0157
- Dallas Suicide and Crisis Center: 214-828-1000
- Houston/Harris County Crisis Line: 713-970-7000
- The Trevor Project: Crisis and Suicide Prevention Helpline for LGBTQ Youth: 866-488-7386
- Veteran’s Crisis Line: 800-273-8255
EP 1: Welcome to When Life Feels Messy!
Join us for our first ever episode of When Life Feels Messy, featuring our two Houston CAPS team members, Ashley Barrera and Erin Rasbeary!
In this episode, we introduce TWU Counseling & Psychological Services department, our Houston team, the mission and goal of the podcast, importance of mental health, and highlight topics to come.
We hope you enjoy, follow us, and stay tuned for monthly episodes!