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your life can change, even when you can’t imagine what better looks like yet. sadie sutton started she persisted at 16 while in intensive treatment for severe depression and anxiety. now 23 and a university of pennsylvania psychology graduate, she combines lived experience with evidence-based psychology to make the hard parts of mental health feel less confusing—and a little less lonely. today, she persisted is an nyt-recommended, top-charting gen z mental health podcast with 500k+ downloads. new episodes weekly for anyone struggling, supporting someone who is, or trying to understand themselves better. @shepersistedpodcast [email protected] shepersistedpodcast.com
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i thought college would make me happier (what i wish i knew)
if you’ve just started college and are wondering why everyone seems happier or better adjusted than you are, then this episode is for YOU!in this solo episode, i break down what i wish i’d known when i started …
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if you’ve just started college and are wondering why everyone seems happier or better adjusted than you are, then this episode is for YOU!
in this solo episode, i break down what i wish i’d known when i started college— including what to do if college isn’t feeling as fun or life-changing as you’d expected. whether you’re figuring out your major or struggling with your social life, this episode is full of practical tips on adjusting to college life.
so, if comparing yourself to others in college makes you always feel like you’re falling short, this episode is your guide to forming new, healthy habits!
i talk about:
1:29 what i learned from my first few months at college
6:18 finding your friend group (+ why it can be so tricky)
11:58 when your college expectations don’t match the reality
18:47 feeling jealousy over social opportunities
24:47 freedom in college + building a routine
28:26 a journal prompt for college burnout
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why does it take a crisis to be taken seriously?
do you want to start therapy but are worried about what your parents might think? are your parents making you try therapy but you don’t know what to expect? whether therapy is your idea or theirs, this episode …
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do you want to start therapy but are worried about what your parents might think? are your parents making you try therapy but you don’t know what to expect? whether therapy is your idea or theirs, this episode breaks down why dialectical behavioral therapy (dbt) can help families navigate even the most challenging mental health issues (content warning for brief mentions of SH).
today’s guest is dr. jill rathus— a world-renowned authority on dbt. she co-developed dialectical behavior therapy for adolescents and families alongside dr. alec miller and dr. marsha linehan and is the co-author of several of the leading texts on this subject, including the widely used dbt skills manual for adolescents.
in this episode, dr. rathus shares her expertise on a number of teen mental health topics, including how to tell if a teen is dealing with mental health issues and what steps a family can take to help.
we talk about:01:38 what an initial dbt appointment can look like
09:02 common concerns that teens + parents have about mental health
13:07 qualifying “normal” teen behavior vs. a mental health issue
18:39 why it often takes a crisis for teen mental health to be taken seriously
22:42 signs that a teenager is reaching out for help with their mental health
23:55 how to validate someone who’s struggling (+ common invalidating responses)
26:04 strict vs. lenient parenting styles + how that impacts teen mental health
28:53 starting family therapy + what that involves
35:55 applying therapy to daily life in ways that actually work
39:43 why dr. rathus is hopeful about teen mental health
mentioned:
• dbt skills manual for adolescents
• dbt skills manual for adolescents: second edition (preorder)
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why you know the coping skills but still feel stuck
if you know what you need to do to improve your mental health, but struggle to implement these changes into your life, then this episode is for YOU. today’s guest is shireen rizvi— a licensed clinical …
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if you know what you need to do to improve your mental health, but struggle to implement these changes into your life, then this episode is for YOU.
today’s guest is shireen rizvi— a licensed clinical psychologist who has conducted research and training in dialectical behavioral therapy (dbt) for over twenty-five years. in this episode, dr. rizvi and i discuss how to implement dbt skills into your daily life.
whether you’ve never heard of dbt before, or you’re a dbt expert, this episode isn’t just about learning the skills— it’s about figuring out how to actually apply them in your life. because while awareness is a crucial step in mental health recovery, it’s not the only step that matters.
we talk about:
• what to do if you struggle to trust your emotions
• safely navigating your most intense emotions
• figuring out your “life worth living goals”
• getting motivated to make positive changes in your life
• debunking common pushbacks against using mental health skills
• why dbt gives people more grace to make mistakes
mentioned in ep #264:
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263. what i wish i knew when i didn’t want to be alive
are you currently at a low point with your mental health? do you hate it when people tell you “it will get better”— mostly because you don’t believe it ever will? in today’s solo episode, i’m answering the …
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are you currently at a low point with your mental health? do you hate it when people tell you “it will get better”— mostly because you don’t believe it ever will? in today’s solo episode, i’m answering the questions i had when i was struggling with severe depression and suicidality as a teenager.
eight years after being hospitalized for my mental health, i’m looking back on the doubts and fears i had throughout my recovery and sharing what actually helped me get better.
if you’re currently asking yourself questions like will i always feel this way? what if it’s not bad enough to deserve help? what if asking for help makes everything worse? then this episode is for you.
i talk about:
00:53 when i was hospitalized for depression at age 13
03:00 what to do if you’re feeling hopeless about your future
07:30 how i started to shut down my suicidal thoughts
11:31 the mindset shift i made in residential treatment that changed my life
15:56 ways to make asking for help feel a little easier
22:31 my final advice for anyone who thinks it won’t get bettermentioned in ep #263:
IF YOU ARE IN CRISIS (via Nock Lab)...
If you are thinking about harming yourself or attempting suicide, please tell someone who can help:
• Call 911 for emergency services (in the United States).
• Call 988 (the toll-free 24-hour hotline) to reach a trained counselor.
• Go to a hospital emergency room.
Ask a friend or family member to be with you or help you make these calls or take you to the hospital. If you have a family member or friend who is suicidal, do not leave him or her alone. Try to get the person to seek help immediately from an emergency room, physician, or mental health professional. Take seriously any comment about suicide or wishing to die. Even if you do not believe your family member or friend will actually attempt suicide, the person is in distress and can benefit from your help in receiving mental health treatment.
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262. your life isn’t going to feel like this forever (feat. dr. blaise aguirre)
want to hear an expert’s opinion on the teen mental health crisis?! today’s guest is dr. blaise aguirre—an assistant professor in psychiatry at harvard medical school in the department of psychiatry. he is a …
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want to hear an expert’s opinion on the teen mental health crisis?! today’s guest is dr. blaise aguirre—an assistant professor in psychiatry at harvard medical school in the department of psychiatry. he is a child and adolescent psychiatrist and the founding medical director of the 3east dialectical behavior therapy continuum of care at harvard affiliated mclean hospital.
in part two of last week’s conversation, dr. aguirre reflects on his 25 years of experience in the treatment of mood and personality disorders in adolescents to share what teens in 2026 are struggling with most. he also shares actionable steps that gen z can take to improve their mental health– ranging from residential treatment to social media and ai use!
if you want to make changes with your mental health, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone– while also providing you with actionable steps you can take to build your life worth living.
we talk about:01:40 whether residential mental health treatment is the right choice for young adults
04:35 red flags to avoid when choosing a mental health treatment option
07:20 how teen mental health has changed (and stayed the same!) over time
09:55 pros + cons of using ai as a mental health resource
14:50 the role of social media in today's teen mental health crisis
19:05 mental health advice that every young person needs to hear
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261. what if part of you doesn’t want to get better? (feat. dr. blaise aguirre)
why are some people afraid to ask for help, even when their mental health is getting WORSE?! today’s guest is dr. blaise aguirre—an assistant professor in psychiatry at harvard medical school in the department …
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why are some people afraid to ask for help, even when their mental health is getting WORSE?! today’s guest is dr. blaise aguirre—an assistant professor in psychiatry at harvard medical school in the department of psychiatry. he is a child and adolescent psychiatrist and the founding medical director of the 3east dialectical behavior therapy continuum of care at harvard affiliated mclean hospital.
in this episode, i’m reuniting with dr. aguirre to discuss how my treatment at 3east saved my life– and why this program worked for me when nothing else did. dr. aguirre also draws his clinical expertise to unpack all things teen mental health, breaking down topics including self-hatred, agency, family dynamics, & more!
whether you’re struggling with your mental health or love someone who is, this episode is your guide to what makes treatment actually work.
we talk about:
03:27 what makes teenagers more likely to accept help for their depression
08:57 finding agency as a teen in inpatient treatment
12:52 why mental health challenges aren’t an intelligence issue
17:13 the role of self-hatred in depression
20:38 how depression can impact our relationships
23:40 what really motivates us to change our worst habits
mentioned:
• dr. aguirre’s previous episode
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260. you don’t have to be in crisis to need help (feat. hailey hardcastle)
if you want to learn more about how our generation can create lasting change in mental health, this episode is for you!today’s guest is hailey hardcastle—a gen z mental health advocate who helped pass landmark …
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if you want to learn more about how our generation can create lasting change in mental health, this episode is for you!
today’s guest is hailey hardcastle—a gen z mental health advocate who helped pass landmark legislation in oregon allowing students to take mental health days off from school. she was honored by teen vogue as one of the "21 under 21: young women changing the world," and her ted talk on student mental health has been viewed more than 4 million times.
fun fact: this episode was recorded live at the active minds 2026 mental health conference—the nation’s leading mental health conference for young adults!
during this conversation, we discuss our personal mental health journeys, how hailey’s advocacy helped turn an idea into a state law, the most effective ways to advocate for gen z mental health, and so much more– including answering audience questions!
we talk about:
1:52 why hailey became a mental health advocate at a young age
4:50 how she helped passed a bill allowing student mental health days
7:34 effective ways to open up to your parents about your mental health
12:44 what stops people from asking for help with their mental health
19:04 maintaining our mental health as adults vs. as teens
21:50 the future of mental health policy + advocacy
23:54 advice for people wanting to become mental health advocates
25:22 finding local mental health advocacy opportunities
27:10 what motivates us to speak up about mental health
29:06 tips on pushing forward mental health legislation
mentioned:
• house bill 2191 (student mental health days)
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259. why you feel LOST after graduation (what actually helps!)
i’ve recently made a big career change and learned a LOT about my mental health along the way… so let’s talk about it! in this solo episode, i’m explaining what sparked this transition in my life & how i’m …
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i’ve recently made a big career change and learned a LOT about my mental health along the way… so let’s talk about it!
in this solo episode, i’m explaining what sparked this transition in my life & how i’m planning on optimizing this period of change to improve my routines, habits, and overall mental health.
so, if you’re also going through a major life shift in your 20s– or are wanting to figure out whether you should take the plunge into a new chapter of life– here’s how to do so while optimizing your mental health!
i talk about:
1:52 the career shift i’m making & why!
12:56 my advice for college students & post-grads facing career uncertainty
14:47 why new beginnings are the perfect time to work on your mental health
15:57 mental health areas i’m prioritizing in this new season of life
22:42 staying motivated as a post-grad (vs. as a college student)
26:04 a mindset shift for improving your mental health habits
29:25 defining what makes my life worth living
31:22 journal prompts for goal-setting, career planning, & more!
mentioned:
• succeeding as a psych major (pt. 1)
• succeeding as a psych major (pt. 2)
• dr. angela duckworth’s episode
• mental health book club episode
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258. why you never feel good enough (even when you're doing everything right) dr. marisa g franco
how can someone have high self-esteem but low self-worth??! today’s guest is dr. marisa g. franco— a psychologist, author, professor, and friendship expert. she writes about how to build relationships with …
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how can someone have high self-esteem but low self-worth??! today’s guest is dr. marisa g. franco— a psychologist, author, professor, and friendship expert. she writes about how to build relationships with yourself and others for psychology today and has been a featured connection expert for major publications like the new york times, the telegraph, and vice.
in this episode, we continue last week’s conversation on self-worth and relationships. this time, we’re focused on the internal factors behind self-worth, such as your emotions, identity, and more!
we talk about:
2:11 why it can be easier to validate someone else's feelings instead of our own
3:28 the two different types of self-esteem (& which one leads to better relationships)
5:04 how to process your emotions to improve your self-worth
7:10 why gaining self-worth can change your life for the better
8:26 ways we reinforce our insecurities without even realizing
12:58 pushing back against our own (& other people's!) insecurities
16:08 misconceptions about self-worth
17:06 if gen z struggles with self-worth more than other generations
mentioned:
• dr. franco’s previous episode
• dr. franco’s instagram
• dr. franco’s website
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257. why you can be loved and still feel unlovable (feat. dr. marisa franco)
why do some people struggle to accept love?? today’s guest is dr. marisa g. franco— a psychologist, author, professor, and friendship expert. she writes about how to build relationships with yourself and others …
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why do some people struggle to accept love?? today’s guest is dr. marisa g. franco— a psychologist, author, professor, and friendship expert. she writes about how to build relationships with yourself and others for psychology today and has been a featured connection expert for major publications like the new york times, the telegraph, and vice.
in this episode, we talk about how our self-worth impacts our ability to love ourselves– and receive love from others.
we talk about:
01:38 how self-worth and relationships are tied together
05:16 how you can be loved but not feel loved
06:16 how memories become the database of your self-worth
08:50 external vs. internal validation
10:10 how to rewrite the memories that shaped you
14:20 supporting someone who can't accept your love
15:38 low self-worth and feeling misunderstood
18:46 how i found 1% of hope in recovery
20:50 what we get wrong about attachment styles
26:02 the one thing to take away from this episode
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• dr. franco’s previous episode
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256. 10 years of therapy in 20 minutes (what i wish i learned sooner!)
wanna know what over a decade of therapy, a psychology degree, and my own podcast have taught me about mental health?! in this solo episode, i’m breaking down the key takeaways that i’ve learned throughout my …
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wanna know what over a decade of therapy, a psychology degree, and my own podcast have taught me about mental health?! in this solo episode, i’m breaking down the key takeaways that i’ve learned throughout my mental health journey.
in honor of it being mental health awareness month, i’m condensing everything i’ve learned from receiving intensive mental health care and years of dbt therapy as a suicidally depressed teenager– combined with my psychology education at upenn and my experience creating this very podcast– to make your 12-step guide to maintaining your mental health.
by the end of this episode, you’ll know all the mental health tips + tricks i wish i’d known when i was struggling!
i talk about:
• why avoidance is impacting your mental health
• how to start getting better at recognizing your emotions
• my mantra for dealing with conflict more effectively
• relationship changes + how to navigate them
• the power of secondary emotions
• effective ways to reach your goals + stabilize your mental health
• a mental health quote that changed my life
• an underrated aspect of managing your mental health
• whether we can use our mental health to predict our futures
• the mindset that was stopping me from building a life worth living
• how distraction can actually save lives
• what i learned in therapy that changed my self-esteem forever
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255. why it’s so hard to ask for help (and how to start!)
if your mental health is getting worse, but asking for help feels like too much, this episode is for YOU. in this solo episode, i explain why so many of us can be reluctant to open up about our mental health …
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if your mental health is getting worse, but asking for help feels like too much, this episode is for YOU.
in this solo episode, i explain why so many of us can be reluctant to open up about our mental health before breaking down the techniques you can try to be more vulnerable.
by the end of this episode, you’ll learn how to lower your anxiety around asking for help– because vulnerability is the key to recovery!
i talk about:
• why i didn’t ask for help when my mental health started struggling
• how our environment + upbringing shape our mental health
• the impact of depression on our self worth + anxiety
• using exposure therapy to try actually being vulnerable
• a communication technique that helped me open up to my parents
• easier ways you can practice being vulnerable on a regular basis
• choosing the right people to share with + setting clear expectations
mentioned:
• ep.254 (why they’re not getting help)
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254. how to help someone who doesn’t want help (without making it worse)
how do you help someone who’s struggling with depression??in this solo episode, i answer a mom's question on how she can best support her son with his depression. i explain how my mental health journey taught …
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how do you help someone who’s struggling with depression??
in this solo episode, i answer a mom's question on how she can best support her son with his depression. i explain how my mental health journey taught me what the best– and worst!– ways are to be there for someone who’s depressed– and three conversation ideas you can try out.
whether you’re a parent, sibling, or friend, this advice can apply to anyone who wants to be a support system for their loved one.
i talk about:
• what to do if someone you care about is feeling hopeless
• why encouragement can be invalidating when you’re depressed
• do’s + don’ts for supporting someone who’s depressed
• using dbt diary cards to validate
• the best ways to offer advice to someone with depression
• how depression + anger are linked
• three ways to make someone feel less alone
mentioned:
• validation by caroline fleck
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253. why therapy didn’t work… until this
i spent 2.5 years in therapy, 4 hospitalizations, and multiple rounds of DBT — and nothing was working. then a psychiatrist at mclean hospital asked me one question that completely changed how i approached my …
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i spent 2.5 years in therapy, 4 hospitalizations, and multiple rounds of DBT — and nothing was working. then a psychiatrist at mclean hospital asked me one question that completely changed how i approached my mental health recovery.
in this episode, i break down the exact conversation during my residential treatment intake that shifted everything: why i'd been going through the motions, what it actually means to "see the wisdom" in treatment, and the mindset that built the foundation my mental health still sits on today.
if you've ever wondered why therapy isn't working, or you're on the fence about asking for help — this one's for you.
i talk about:
• why i needed intensive mental health treatment
• the question my doctor asked me that changed my life
• how i almost got turned away from my mental health treatment
• dbt wise mind & how that impacted my journey
• my biggest fears going into a residential mental health facility
• being vulnerable when you’re getting mental health care
• the mindset i had going into getting residential mental health care
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252. stop overthinking—ask yourself this!
are you a chronic emotional over-invester?! in this solo episode, i explain how a simple mental health mantra transformed my mentality around emotional boundaries and even lowered my anxiety!by the end of this …
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are you a chronic emotional over-invester?! in this solo episode, i explain how a simple mental health mantra transformed my mentality around emotional boundaries and even lowered my anxiety!
by the end of this episode, you’ll know how to stop the emotional over-involvement and start prioritizing your mental health.
i talk about:
• the mental health mantra that’s changed my life
• why stress can actually be good for you?!
• 3 questions to ask yourself if you’re emotionally over-investing
• if you’re problem-solving or just being anxious?
• influencing vs. controlling as anxiety responses
• times you might be over-involving yourself emotionally
• how to lower your anxiety + set emotional boundaries in your relationships
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251. why college feels different for gen z (feat. dr. scott barry kaufman)
why is the college experience SO different for our generation??! today’s guest is dr. scott barry kaufman— a psychologist, coach, professor, keynote speaker, and best-selling author who is passionate about …
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why is the college experience SO different for our generation??! today’s guest is dr. scott barry kaufman— a psychologist, coach, professor, keynote speaker, and best-selling author who is passionate about helping all kinds of minds live a creative, fulfilling, and self-actualized life. he is a professor of psychology at columbia university and host of the psychology podcast, which has received over 30 million downloads worldwide.
in this episode, we break down why gen z students are having such a unique college experience– and what that means for our mental health.
we talk about:
• if college students are struggling more with their mental health than ever
• college students ten years ago versus today
• pros + cons of ai use in college
• what good leadership looks like to our generation
• whether standardized tests really matter
• paths outside of a traditional four-year college
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250. why high achievers still struggle with mental health
are you tired of constantly choosing between your mental health versus everything else on your plate?! in this solo episode, i answer a listener’s question that a LOT of college students and postgrads struggle …
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are you tired of constantly choosing between your mental health versus everything else on your plate?! in this solo episode, i answer a listener’s question that a LOT of college students and postgrads struggle with: how do you prioritize success while still taking care of your mental health?
by sharing some of my favorite mental health tips and routines, this episode can serve as your template for how to optimize your mental health without sacrificing your goals.
i talk about:
• the mental health misconception so many of us have
• one of the biggest lessons i’ve learned in my mental health journey
• why so many people struggle with mental health in college + as a postgrad
• a mental health mantra that i live by
• daily routines that i swear by to maintain my mental health
• how to take a mental health audit of your life
• figuring out if you’re about to have a mental health crisis
• ways to keep your mental health consistent (even if your life isn’t!)
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• prioritizing your relationships
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249. what to do during a panic attack (when nothing else works!!)
if you struggle with panic attacks and haven’t found a way to stop them, this episode will change that completely! in this solo episode, i share my psychology-backed hack to end 100% of your panic attacks.by …
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if you struggle with panic attacks and haven’t found a way to stop them, this episode will change that completely! in this solo episode, i share my psychology-backed hack to end 100% of your panic attacks.
by the end of this episode, you’ll have a mental health skill in your toolbox designed for curbing every panic attack– no matter how much anxiety you’re facing.
i talk about:
• a dbt skill that stops all panic attacks
• why this skill works better than other panic attack hacks
• what’s really happening in our bodies during a panic attack
• the science behind stopping a panic attack
• how to use this panic attack skill wherever you go
• other scenarios you can try out this skill in (including helping a loved one!)
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248. why “look on the bright side” doesn’t work (do THIS instead!)
if you struggle with depression, you might be facing a brain bias that’s stopping you from healing. this solo episode explains how your brain is holding you back and why daily diaries can move your mental …
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if you struggle with depression, you might be facing a brain bias that’s stopping you from healing. this solo episode explains how your brain is holding you back and why daily diaries can move your mental health forward.
by the end of this episode, you’ll know the three easy aspects of your mental health you can keep track of to change your life!
i talk about:
• why i started tracking my mental health when i was depressed
• how mental health tracking can lower your shame
• the power of tracking your most positive moments
• a psychology study that changed how i viewed my mental health
• what’s stopping your therapy from translating your into life
• the three things you should be tracking every day
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247. do i need therapy, or is this just life?
if you’ve ever wondered if you need therapy, or are just “being dramatic”, this episode is for YOU! in this solo episode, i’m unpacking the two key signs that you should get help for your mental health. by the …
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if you’ve ever wondered if you need therapy, or are just “being dramatic”, this episode is for YOU! in this solo episode, i’m unpacking the two key signs that you should get help for your mental health.
by the end of this episode, you’ll know how to spot the red flags that your mental health could use some professional care, and why acting sooner rather than later can change your life.
i talk about:
• what i’ve learned from researching people with depression
• two ways to figure out if you need help for your mental health
• if your emotions are “normal” or leading you to burnout
• deciding what you can handle on your own with your mental health
• the most obvious sign your mental health is struggling
• how my journey with suicidal depression changed my opinion on asking for help
• my advice for if you’re currently struggling in silence
• three questions to ask yourself if you’re wondering whether to get help
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246. why external validation keeps you stuck! (feat. dr. scott barry kaufman)
‘self-actualization’ isn’t just a tiktok buzzword– it’s how you can unlock your true potential using psychology. today’s guest is dr. scott barry kaufman— a psychologist, coach, professor, keynote speaker, and …
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‘self-actualization’ isn’t just a tiktok buzzword– it’s how you can unlock your true potential using psychology. today’s guest is dr. scott barry kaufman— a psychologist, coach, professor, keynote speaker, and best-selling author who is passionate about helping all kinds of minds live a creative, fulfilling, and self-actualized life. he is a professor of psychology at columbia university and host of the psychology podcast, which has received over 30 million downloads worldwide.
in this episode, we translate terms like self-actualization, agency, and mastery into actionable tools you can actually use. whether you’re a college student trying to raise your gpa or a postgrad working your way out of an existential crisis (real), this episode is your instruction manual for living your best life starting NOW!
we talk about:
• the self-growth metaphor you need to hear
• why we delay our happiness + how to break this habit
• self-actualization + what everyone gets wrong about it
• if gen z has a victim mentality
• the importance of gaining mastery
• setting achievable goals that don’t cause burnout
• comparison culture + how to step out of it
• unlocking your potential as a student + learning to enjoy school
• + so much more!!
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245. you’re not bad at friendships! (here’s what’s happening)
if you’re struggling with finding new friends as a postgrad, this episode is for YOU. in this solo episode, i’m sharing my favorite ways to make friends, stay connected, and avoid feeling lonely after …
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if you’re struggling with finding new friends as a postgrad, this episode is for YOU. in this solo episode, i’m sharing my favorite ways to make friends, stay connected, and avoid feeling lonely after graduating college! from making time to be social despite your new 9-to-5 to keeping in touch with long-distance friends, this episode covers every friendship topic for your post-college era.
i talk about:
• the mindset shift i made to avoid feeling lonely as a postgrad
• how college social dynamics are so different from postgrad ones
• catering your professional life to your social needs
• finding motivation to be social even when you’re super busy
• what everyone needs to know about loneliness
• common habits we often overlook that are making you lonely
• why so many postgrads are more likely to feel lonely
• my life hacks for preventing loneliness in the first place as a postgrad
• creative ways to keep in touch with long distance friends + family
• and so much more!
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244. why forcing habits never works (and what actually helps)
this year, we’re NOT setting any more new year’s resolutions we can’t follow through on. in this solo episode, i’m breaking down how you can achieve all your personal, career, and wellness goals in 2026– and …
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this year, we’re NOT setting any more new year’s resolutions we can’t follow through on. in this solo episode, i’m breaking down how you can achieve all your personal, career, and wellness goals in 2026– and no, we’re not just manifesting, we’re using science.
tune into this episode to find out the consistent, invisible habits you can use for reaching all your goals this year (without sacrificing on any much-needed self-care).
i talk about:
• the best way to set yourself up for success when setting new goals/habits
• game-changing habits i tried out in college + my post-grad job this year
• a mentality shift you can try to improve your quality of sleep
• examples of how you can follow through with healthy habits in the new year
• why you should be making your relationships a priority in 2026
• life hacks for finding time for friendships even when you’re busiest
• how my habits helped me pick my post-grad job?!
• and SO much more!
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243. being lonely in your 20s is fixable (featuring dr. jeffrey hall)
is it possible to be lonely even if you’re more social than ever?! today’s guest is dr. jeffrey hall— the department chair and professor of communication studies at the university of kansas, where he researches …
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is it possible to be lonely even if you’re more social than ever?! today’s guest is dr. jeffrey hall— the department chair and professor of communication studies at the university of kansas, where he researches how to elevate positive online experiences through meaningful social interaction and relationships. his book relating through technology was featured in the wall street journal, the new york times, the washington post, and cnn.
in this episode, we discuss why our generation can feel so lonely– especially after graduating college– and how we can actually start to improve our connections. by the end of this episode, you’ll know how to use psychology to be more connected than ever, even through the chaos of your 20s.
we talk about:
• if gen z really is the loneliest generation
• why your 20s can feel so lonely (even if you have lots of friends!)
• how social media makes us feel more (and less!) connected to our friends
• maintaining long distance relationships + friendships in your 20s
• social media algorithms + how they affect our relationships
• using social media to make your relationships better
• negative stereotypes about gen z in friendships + relationships
• the truth behind the male loneliness epidemic
• what to do if your friend never initiates plans
• advice for post-grads looking to make more friends
• + so much more!
mentioned:
• dr. weinstein + i on nbc news
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242. for anyone who thinks they’ll never get better (my mental health story)
want to know why i started this podcast in the first place?! there’s a reason why i care so deeply about mental health, and why i believe so strongly that mental health recovery is possible.in this solo …
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want to know why i started this podcast in the first place?! there’s a reason why i care so deeply about mental health, and why i believe so strongly that mental health recovery is possible.
in this solo episode, i’m sharing my mental health journey with you, taking you through my recovery from severe depression and anxiety right from the start. i cover the highs and lows of my story, including how i went from being hospitalized for my mental health four times in one year to graduating as a psychology major and creating a new york times-recommended mental health podcast to help others who are struggling.
my goal in sharing this is to let you know that if you’re struggling, you’re not alone. this episode is your personal reminder that if i can recover, then so can you.
i talk about:
• risk factors that led to me becoming severely depressed
• how i realized i was depressed (key warning signs)
• ways that my depression affected my quality of life
• being hospitalized for my mental health + how that impacted me
• aspects of depression we don’t talk about enough (burnout, validation, + more)
• the biggest turning point in my mental health journey
• a mental health belief that transformed my recovery for the better
• going to a troubled teen industry program + that program’s effects on me
• what inspired me to start this podcast!
• mental health rules that i continue to live by today
mentioned:
• my troubled teen industry experience
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241. why you feel RESENTFUL (& how to stop)
here’s the truth: you cannot resent someone for a need you’ve never communicated. but most of our day-to-day frustration comes from exactly that — unspoken expectations, misunderstood triggers, and assumptions …
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here’s the truth: you cannot resent someone for a need you’ve never communicated. but most of our day-to-day frustration comes from exactly that — unspoken expectations, misunderstood triggers, and assumptions we never check.
in this solo episode, i walk you through the exact rule, mindset shifts, and dbt skills i use to prevent resentment from silently wrecking relationships — with friends, partners, siblings, coworkers, anyone.
by the end, you’ll know how to say what you need clearly, kindly, and confidently… without guilt, without drama, and without letting resentment build in the background.
i talk about:
• the “resentment rule” that completely shifts your relationships
• why gen z is great at identifying triggers but avoids voicing needs
• how resentment grows from assumptions — and how to stop it
• how to actually use dbt’s dearman to make a clear request
• why your ask must always have a yes/no answer
• how to identify the real issue underneath irritation or hurt
• the dbt check the facts skill and why it prevents so much unnecessary conflict
• how to talk about needs without being passive-aggressive or avoidant
• the fast skill for communicating boundaries without losing self-respect
• how to stop people-pleasing while still protecting the relationship
• exactly how to phrase a specific, doable change someone can make
• when naming a trigger “tames it”… and when you actually need something to change
mentioned:
• dbt interpersonal effectiveness worksheets
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240. why you keep choosing the wrong people (and how to stop) with dr. molly burrets
what’s really stopping you from finding love??! today’s guest is dr. molly burrets— a clinical psychologist and adjunct professor in the department of marriage and family Therapy at the university of southern …
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what’s really stopping you from finding love??! today’s guest is dr. molly burrets— a clinical psychologist and adjunct professor in the department of marriage and family Therapy at the university of southern california. her areas of expertise include couples therapy and women’s issues.
in this episode, we discuss the unhealthy patterns that are holding you back from finding your soulmate and what you need to know to have a healthy, life-long relationship.
we talk about:
• how your life love can reflect the family dynamics you had growing up
• self-biases and how those can impact your relationships
• finding a life partner + common mistakes people make along the way
• why people stay in unhealthy relationships (even when they know it’s unhealthy!)
• figuring out what you’re looking for in a partner (do opposites really attract?!)
• narcissism, gaslighting, and ‘therapy speak’ in romantic relationships
• ‘pick me energy’ + how it can affect relationships long-term
• stigma around being single as a woman in your late 20s and 30s
• the ‘let them’ theory + if that actually works in relationships
• pros and cons to the ‘dating to marry’ approach
• gen z’s dating patterns + if gen z is dating less than other generations
• a piece of dating advice everyone in gen z should know
mentioned:
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mini: reverse engineer your life for SUCCESS in just 5 mins!
welcome to the mental health minis series! every other monday, we will feature a five-minute mini-episode with content from a past she persisted episode. this week’s guest is dr. angela duckworth– the rosa lee …
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welcome to the mental health minis series! every other monday, we will feature a five-minute mini-episode with content from a past she persisted episode. this week’s guest is dr. angela duckworth– the rosa lee and egbert chang professor at the university of pennsylvania and faculty co-director of the penn-wharton behavior change for good initiative.
in this mini-episode, we discuss how you can reverse engineer your life to set yourself up for success!
to listen to the full episode, click HERE!
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239. why dbt hits different (it literally saved my life) feat. dr. maddy ellberger
what sets dbt apart + is it actually effective?! today’s guest is dr. maddy ellberger— the founder of downtown behavioral wellness, a therapeutic practice that utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (cbt) …
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what sets dbt apart + is it actually effective?! today’s guest is dr. maddy ellberger— the founder of downtown behavioral wellness, a therapeutic practice that utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (cbt), dialectical behavior therapy (dbt), and mindfulness-based stress reduction (mbsr). dr. ellberger previously appeared on she persisted to discuss using dbt to improve therapeutic outcomes.
in this episode, we discuss what sets dbt apart from other therapies! we also answer your most-asked questions related to all things dbt!
we talk about:
• why dbt therapists are so different from other types of therapists
• disagreeing or breaking up with your dbt therapist
• how dbt got known for its distress tolerance skills + why that’s problematic
• radical acceptance + what that actually looks like in dbt
• willfulness + signs that you’re being willful in your life
• what to do if your loved one needs therapy but won’t go
• parents who don’t understand their child’s mental health struggles
• how to make better friends + have closer relationships using dbt
• + so much more!
mentioned:
• downtown behavioral wellness
• maddy’s previous she persisted ep
• marsha linehan’s dbt textbook
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238. i asked 9 experts how to heal from anxiety (what you NEED to know)
what’s causing your anxiety and how can you heal?!! today’s episode is a mental health mashup featuring expert advice from some of my favorite she persisted guests. i’ve compiled the most insightful tips and …
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what’s causing your anxiety and how can you heal?!! today’s episode is a mental health mashup featuring expert advice from some of my favorite she persisted guests. i’ve compiled the most insightful tips and quotes from past episodes into your ultimate guide on how to navigate anxiety.
in this episode, you’ll hear from a range of psychologists, therapists, professors, and best-selling authors on why so many of us struggle with anxiety and how we can begin to recover.
we talk about:
• defining anxiety + what happens in our bodies when we’re anxious
• theories on why some people are more anxious than others
• coping skills + tips for managing anxiety effectively
• what happens when we cope ineffectively with our anxiety
• popular misconceptions + stigma around anxiety
• + so much more!
listen to the full episodes:
• anxiety, intergenerational trauma, + more
• why you’re anxious + how to cope
• anxiety 101: what we do wrong + facing our fears
• a pediatrician’s take on gen z’s anxiety
• a psychologist’s guide to facing anxiety in your 20s
• the neuroscience of anxiety + trauma
• how physical + mental health are connected
• freeing yourself from stress + struggle
• stopping self-sabotage + anxiety
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© 2026 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.
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