YOU ARE NOT ALONE - A companion online community discussion board for The Mental Illness Happy Hour podcast with Paul Gilmartin

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Yeah, was really disappointed in this one.

A bit of research would've reveled the Rushdie thing, and Paul didn't pursue the perpetually single thing enough. It happened to be just the topic I needed last night, but it left a lot lacking.

I disliked this ep for a couple of reasons. 1. She didn't have a very good sense of humour. Maybe I'm expecting too much, but if you know what this podcast is about and what Paul's like, why come on if you're humourless? 2. Her journey to and experience of Christianity. I loathe it when people say t...

My poor friend me - Also... Yeah, I've read about "Nice Guy" incel jerk offs, as well. After that guy shot up the women's gym, there was a great discussion thread on Gawker when it was discovered he was a Men's Rights Advocate shit head. One of the commenters wrote beautifully about how a ...

Hey, all. Sorry - I thought I would get notifications when people replied. OzGuy - I don't want to discourage anyone from trying therapy, but for me, no, it hasn't ever really done much. I find meditation/yoga/talking to friends way more beneficial. However, THAT'S JUST MY EXPERIENCE. I still believ...

Thanks!

I didn't lash out 'cause I'm in pain - I argued because I disagree with your point.

Hello, all. I've already posted a few times, but thought I should still introduce myself. Struggled with self-esteem issues, depression. Mediation helps, therapy less so, but haven't given up completely yet (on therapy). Love the show, find it immensely helpful. So glad it exists. I'm also a bit sno...

Also, politics and the treatment of the mentally ill (or those struggling with mental health issues) are inextricably linked. Political things are going to come up on occasion.

Thanks, all.

I have to be true to myself while still pushing myself out of my comfort zone, I guess.