Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads

By: G-Rex and Dirty Skittles Bleav
  • Summary

  • "Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads" is a podcast born from G-Rex’s personal mental health journey, beginning with a life-changing breakdown in 2022. Supported by her wife, the 988 helpline, and her faith, G-Rex found a path to healing and vowed to normalize conversations around mental health. Co-hosted with her best friend, Dirty Skittles, the podcast dives into life’s mental health struggles, relationships, and personal growth, creating a safe space for open, honest dialogue. With practical insights and real talk, the show offers listeners a supportive community, reminding everyone it’s okay not to be okay and to reach out for help.
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Episodes
  • Healing from the Inside Out with Amanda: A Mental Health Journey
    Nov 5 2024
    Welcome back to our award-winning podcast! We’re honored to announce that we recently won the 2024 People’s Choice Podcast Award for Health and the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award for Best Mental Health Podcast. Thank you for being part of this journey with us! In today’s episode, we sit down with Amanda Yoa—a vibrant speaker, entrepreneur, and self-proclaimed “hype woman” from East Philly. Amanda opens up about her struggles with depression and anxiety and shares how she rediscovered herself, built confidence, and found purpose. With honesty, humor, and warmth, Amanda talks about the highs and lows of her path to self-acceptance, reminding us all of the power of resilience. G-Rex and Dirty Skittles explore Amanda’s journey, uncovering practical tips, life lessons, and real talk on living authentically and prioritizing mental health. Whether navigating your mental health journey or needing inspiration, this episode has something special for you. Key Takeaways: Strength Through Struggle:** Amanda shares how her most challenging times led to her incredible growth, reminding us of the importance of leaning on others.The Power of Gratitude: Hear how Amanda’s daily gratitude practice shifted her perspective from surviving to genuinely appreciating life.Prioritizing What Matters: Amanda tells us why “balance” is a myth and how she’s learned to focus on what matters most in each season of life. About Amanda Yoa: Amanda, affectionately known as “The Hype Woman from Philly,” is passionate about helping women live boldly and embrace their uniqueness. Her authentic Philly spirit and love of nostalgia make her a refreshing voice in mental health and self-growth. Connect with Amanda: Podcast: https://unzipped.podbean.com/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AmandaYoaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandayoa.official/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaYoaofficial/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AmandaYoaUnzipped Mental Health Resources: U.S.: Call or Text 988 - https://988lifeline.org/talk-to-someone-now/Canada: Call or Text 988 - https://988.ca/Worldwide: Crisis Lifeline - https://findahelpline.com/ Connect with Us (G-Rex and Dirty Skittles) Website: https://goesoninourheads.net/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shltthatgoesoninourheadsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/grex_and_dirtyskittles/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/g-rex-and-dirty-skittles-1367a8299/ Support Our Mission: Newsletter: https://sh-t-that-goes-on-in-our-heads.ck.page/profileMerch: https://www.goesoninourheads.shop Acknowledgments: - Audio Editing by NJz Audio Subscribe & Review Don’t miss more inspiring stories! Subscribe and leave us a rating or review to let us know how we’re doing: https://goesoninourheads.net/add-your-podcast-reviews #MentalHealthJourney #AmandaYoa #HealingInsideOut #SelfCare #AwardWinningPodcast #Grex #DirtySkittles #MentalHealthPodcast
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    40 mins
  • Pushing Through Pain: Ella’s Continued Fight Against Eating Disorders – Part 2
    Oct 29 2024
    Trigger Warning: This episode discusses eating disorders, grief, and mental health challenges. Listener discretion is advised. We're honored to be the 2024 People's Choice Podcast Award Winner for Health and the 2024 Women In Podcasting Award for Best Mental Health Podcast. In this moving episode, Ella shares her journey with eating disorders amid life's profound challenges. From losing loved ones to multiple surgeries, Ella opens up about her path to healing. With family support, she confronted the roots of her eating disorder, finding resilience in her darkest moments. Her story highlights the complexity of recovery and the importance of support. Key Takeaways: Unresolved Trauma: Ella's story shows how unaddressed trauma can impact mental health and underscores the need to heal past wounds. Recovery Process: Ella shares the challenges of refeeding syndrome and healing both mind and body. Support Systems: Surrounding yourself with people who understand mental health struggles is essential. About Ella: Ella is a teacher, author, and mental health advocate with over twenty years of experience battling an eating disorder. Her book, From Broken to Beautifully Broken: Turn Grief Into Growth—How To Use Dark Times As A Catalyst For Change, tells her story of resilience and growth. Connect with Ella: - Website: ellashae.com - Instagram: instagram.com/ellashae_author - LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/elisa-d’amelio-5a74b4289 From Broken to Beautifully Broken: Turn Grief Into Growth—How To Use Dark Times As A Catalyst For Change - amazon.com/dp/1960136275 Subscribe, Rate, and Review! Subscribe for more stories, and rate/review us on your favorite platform, or visit goesoninourheads.net/add-your-podcast-reviews #MentalHealthPodcast #MentalHealthMatters #STGOIOH #Grex #DirtySkittles #AwardWinningPodcast #EatingDisorderRecovery #TraumaHealing #Resilience #SupportSystems #MentalHealthAwareness #PodcastCommunity #HealingJourney If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, please reach out to a crisis hotline in your area. Remember, it's OK not to be OK—talk to someone who can help.United States: 988 - 988lifeline.orgCanada: 988 - 988.caWorldwide: Crisis Lifeline - findahelpline.comMental Health Resources and Tools: The Help HubConnect with G-Rex and Dirty Skittles:Official Website: goesoninourheads.netFacebook: @shltthatgoesoninourheadsInstagram: @grex_and_dirtyskittlesLinkedIn: G-Rex & Dirty SkittlesGet Involved and Show Your Support:Newsletter: Subscribe HereMerchandise: Shop NowAcknowledgments: Audio Editing by NJz Audio
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Ella’s Story of Resilience | Battling Trauma and Eating Disorders | Part 1
    Oct 22 2024
    Trigger Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including trauma, eating disorders, and abusive relationships. If these topics feel overwhelming, please take care and step away if needed. Your well-being is the priority. We are humbled to announce that we’ve been awarded the 2024 Women In Podcasting Award for Mental Health! Recently, we also received the 2024 People’s Choice Podcast Award for Health, and we are so grateful. These awards mean everything to us, and none of this would be possible without the unwavering support of our listeners, guests, and everyone who voted. From the bottom of our hearts—thank you! Our mission is to normalize conversations around mental health, and these recognitions show we’re making a difference together. In this inspiring episode, G-Rex and Dirty Skittles sit down with Ella, a bestselling author, mental health advocate, and public speaker. Ella shares her powerful journey, beginning with a car accident at age four that left her physically scarred, followed by years of bullying, abusive relationships, and struggles with substance abuse. Her battle with an eating disorder ultimately brought her close to organ failure. Ella’s memoir, From Broken to Beautifully Broken, reveals how she transformed pain into power and found beauty in the broken parts of her life. Her story reminds us that no matter how dark things get, there’s always hope for recovery and healing. This is Part 1 of Ella’s story—tune in next week for the continuation! Key Takeaways: Mental Health Is Health: Ella’s story underscores the importance of addressing mental health with the same care as physical health.The Power of Sharing: By sharing her journey, Ella inspires others to open up and break the silence around their struggles.Support Systems Save Lives: Strong support systems can make all the difference in helping people find their path to healing. Connect with Our Guest, Ella: http://www.ellashae.comhttps://www.instagram.com/ellashae_authorhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/elisa-d%E2%80%99amelio-5a74b4289/ Call to Action: If you or someone you know is struggling, don’t suffer in silence. Reach out for support. United States: Call or Text 988 – https://988lifeline.org/talk-to-someone-now/Canada: Call or Text 988 – https://988.ca/Worldwide: Crisis Lifeline – https://findahelpline.com/ Connect with G-Rex and Dirty Skittles: Official Website - https://goesoninourheads.net/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/shltthatgoesoninourheadsInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/grex_and_dirtyskittles/ Participate & Support: Newsletter - https://sh-t-that-goes-on-in-our-heads.ck.page/profileMerchandise - https://www.goesoninourheads.shopDonate - https://donate.stripe.com/8wM4hy4js24y9b26oo Subscribe, Rate, and Review! Don’t forget to subscribe to hear more real and raw conversations about mental health. Please rate and review us on your favorite podcast platform or visit our Website - https://goesoninourheads.net/add-your-podcast-reviews #MentalHealth #Resilience #HealingJourney #FromBrokenToBeautiful #MentalHealthMatters #TraumaRecovery #PodcastCommunity #PeoplesChoiceAward #EatingDisorderAwareness #AdvocateForChange #SupportSystems #MentalHealthPodcast #STGOIOH #Grex #DirtySkittles #WomenInPodcastingAwardWinner
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    1 hr and 3 mins

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