Learning to Be My Own Friend

Shingles, Guilt and Shame

We apologise for the long absence. After a series of health issues, life got in the way these last 12 months … mostly work. If only we have the means to make this our full-time job, that would be ideal. In this episode, Kris updates Karen on her search for a job and finally … an outcome. Having said that, somehow, guilt and shame have reared their ugly heads out. How does one deal with shame and the guilt that goes with it? How about you, what works for you? Tell us via email or on our socials! Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/am.i.ok.today] TikTok [http://www.tiktok.com/@am.i.ok.today] Facebook [http://www.facebook.com/amiok2day] If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com [amiokemail@gmail.com].

Self-Care for the Mind, Body and Soul

We are back and apologies for the huge gap between episodes! While Karen has been back for some time, Kris had been under the weather for weeks. After discussing Self-Compassion as foundation for Self-Care, Karen and Kris share the activities they do as part of their self-care. There is no one-size-fits-all so remember, what works for them, may not necessarily work for you. How about you, what are the self-care practices that work for you? Tell us via email or on our socials! Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/am.i.ok.today] TikTok [http://www.tiktok.com/@am.i.ok.today] Facebook [http://www.facebook.com/amiok2day] If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com [amiokemail@gmail.com].

Learning to Be My Own Friend

Following the last episode, Karen checks in and asks Kris how she’s doing. Kris talks about her visit with her psychologist and how she’s been reminded to practice SELF-COMPASSION. Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/am.i.ok.today] TikTok [http://www.tiktok.com/@am.i.ok.today] Facebook [http://www.facebook.com/amiok2day] If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com [amiokemail@gmail.com].

How Ruminating Almost Killed Me

Trigger Warning: Part of this episode discusses self-harm and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you care for is in need of immediate assistance and thinking of acting on suicidal thoughts, please call treatment locators and helplines in your country of residence such as 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline in the United States or Lifeline 13 11 14 in Australia. If you’re struggling with mental health, we encourage you to seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider. Kris pours her heart out to Karen as she experiences setbacks and finds herself falling back to ruminating as a response to feeling stuck. Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/am.i.ok.today] TikTok [http://www.tiktok.com/@am.i.ok.today] Facebook [http://www.facebook.com/amiok2day] If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com [amiokemail@gmail.com].

You Mean There's Help?

Trigger Warning: Part of this episode discusses self-harm and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you care for is in need of immediate assistance and thinking of acting on suicidal thoughts, please call treatment locators and helplines in your country of residence such as 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline in the United States or Lifeline 13 11 14 in Australia. If you’re struggling with mental health, we encourage you to seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider. Please do not disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard from this podcast. Am I OK, especially this episode, is intended for mature audiences as it discusses topics that can be emotional and upsetting. Content shared in this podcast does not reflect or represent the views and opinions of medical practitioners or other experts in mental health. The podcast or any linked materials should not be construed as medical advice nor is the information as substitute for professional expertise or treatments. Kris and Karen continue their discussion on the kinds of help they sought in order to deal with their mental health struggles and how the stigma of both their struggles and seeking help still affect them. Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/am.i.ok.today] TikTok [http://www.tiktok.com/@am.i.ok.today] Facebook [http://www.facebook.com/amiok2day] If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com [amiokemail@gmail.com].