Please subscribe to our newsletter for more insight, giveaways and sponsors - https://sh-t-that-goes-on-in-our-heads.ck.page/f844f11eea To find out More About our Podcast Official Podcast Website: https://goesoninourheads.net/ Podcast Merchandise: https://www.customizedgirl.com/s/Sh1tthatgoesoninourheads To Help Support the Podcast you can donate here: https://donate.stripe.com/8wM4hy4js24y9b26oo Advertise on this Podcast: https://www.passionfroot.me/goesoninourheads Editor: NJz Audio ******************************************************************************************************************* Welcome to another thought-provoking edition of "Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads," the podcast that dives deep into the inner workings of the mind. Today, we have a truly inspiring episode with our guest, Deandre. Your hosts G-Rex and Dirty Skittles don’t shy away from the tough stuff as we delve into the wild world of our mental landscapes. In this episode, Deandre shares an incredibly candid journey, highlighting the peaks and valleys of their mental health saga. Listen in as they detail their struggles with depression, anxiety, and the turning points that led them toward therapy and self-acceptance. **Lessons Learned & Insights:** - **Therapy's Turning Point:** Discover how Deandre struggled with therapy before finally finding success, showing us perseverance in mental health can yield results. - **Occupational Unhappiness:** Deandre reveals how job dissatisfaction can affect mental well-being and why it’s crucial to seek fulfillment in our careers. - **Anxiety in Action:** From curling up in the back of a van to grounding techniques, learn how Deandre copes with extreme anxiety and the importance of self-care strategies. - **Building Community:** Be inspired by Deandre’s vision for a mentor program and their dedication to positive youth engagement through sports and thoughtful initiatives. - **Relationship Real Talk:** Gain insights into how single men might learn from romantic comedies and the speaker's bold claim to mastering the art of wooing a woman in under three weeks. - **Marriage Missteps:** Deandre opens up about marrying against friends’ advice, underlining the importance of being true to oneself and recognizing our support systems’ wisdom. - **From Hardship to Hope:** Learn how a love for basketball and kindness from strangers helped Deandre turn their life around, emphasizing the profound impact of mentorship and positive reinforcement. - **Therapeutic Transparency:** Find out how sharing intentions with someone else can create accountability and lead to personal growth. - **Creative Contributions:** Deandre's idea of 'message shirts' for kids reflects innovative ways to encourage kindness while supporting charity. - **Home Truths:** Deandre’s narrative underscores the significance of home stability, safe environments, and the courage to leave toxic situations for personal safety. - **Lifelong Learning:** Hear why Deandre believes background shapes us, the role of therapy in schools, and the long-lasting effects of early life experiences on behavior. - **Acceptance and Awareness:** Discover the power of acceptance as Deandre shares how embracing reality can lead to happiness and a more vibrant view of the world. **Remember to subscribe, rate, and review "Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads." Your input is the heartbeat of our community, and it keeps us going! You're not just listeners; you're an integral part of our discussion.** Thanks for tuning in and remember to hit that subscribe button for more raw and real explorations of what goes on in our heads. #MentalHealthJourney #TherapyTalk #AnxietySupport #CommunityBuilding #RelationshipInsights #SelfCare #OvercomingObstacles #MentorshipMatters #LoveAndBasketball #LifeLessons #KindnessCounts #ShitThatGoesOnInOurHeads S04E03: Overcoming Childhood Adversity and Discovering the Power of Therapy and Self-Reflection with Guest Deandre ***************************************************************************If You Need Support, Reach OutIf you or someone you know is facing mental health challenges, please don’t hesitate to reach out to a crisis hotline in your area. Remember, it’s OK not to be OK—talking to someone can make all the difference.United States: Call or Text 988 — 988lifeline.orgCanada: Call or Text 988 — 988.caWorldwide: Find a HelplineMental Health Resources and Tools: The Help HubStay Connected with G-Rex and Dirty SkittlesOfficial Website: goesoninourheads.netFacebook: @shltthatgoesoninourheadsInstagram: @grex_and_dirtyskittlesLinkedIn: G-Rex and Dirty SkittlesJoin Our Newsletter: Sign Up HereMerch Store: goesoninourheads.shopAudio Editing by NJz Audio Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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