Behind Beautiful Things

Anxiety and depression and their effects show up in many different forms. Millions of Americans have struggled at some point with an eating disorder as well as unhealthy coping mechanisms like cutting. Join us today as we talk with Kaet about her struggles with cutting, her long battle with an eating disorder, and how she has used her difficult experiences working with youth as a school counselor....

Losing a parent as a child is an extremely traumatic event. Families work to cobble together each day and lean on each other in ways unexpected. Years later, after Sarah became a parent herself, she dealt with an extremely terrifying medical situation. Join us today as we talk with Sarah about the loss of her mother at a young age, a quickly escalating medical situation in December of 2020, and th...

As we move through phases in our life, we often do the work to understand the root of our struggles and our ways of thinking. Join us as Lori describes her lifelong struggle with codependency before facing a harrowing diagnosis. After the diagnosis, we will hear about Lori’s “Dark Night of the Soul”, her determined recovery process, and the self care and ways of thinking she utilizes every day.  L...

Growing up as an active teenager playing multiple sports, we rarely realize how much these extra curricular activities give us meaning until they are taken away from us. Join us today as we talk with Jay about the long lasting effects of a serious medical condition when he was a teenager and how it may have prepared him for a medical emergency his daughter went through,  Jay’s podcast, Project Ske...

The financial crisis of 2008 had disastrous effects all over the world. Not only did it put millions of people out of a job, it also led to multiple struggles outside of the economic forum. Join us today as we hop across the pond and speak with Kevin about his battles with alcohol addiction, his struggles in relationships, and his optimism as he continues to move forward. Please check out the link...

As we go through life, we have the opportunity to populate the narratives with stories that strengthen us. Today’s guest, Siri Lindley, is a world champion tri-athlete and coach, co-founder with her wife of the Believe Ranch and Rescue, and one of Tony Robbins’s 10 favorite motivational speakers. Join us today as we talk about Siri’s journey through amazing accomplishments and a harrowing medical...

While the pandemic was traumatizing for all of us, it might have hit health care workers the most acutely. Every day, they came in and did their jobs heroically, even when we were not sure how we would move forward. Also, during the pandemic, a number of people reevaluated their work situation and decided to move forward in a different, more autonomous direction. Join us today as we speak with aut...

January 6th was one of the darkest days in the history of the United States. While it was traumatic for the country as a whole, residents of Washington, DC and those who work in the political arena likely have more levels of acute trauma related to that day's events. Join as we talk with Jenn today about her experience on January 6th and its fallout, democracy, and how she has tried to move forwar...

Growing up in a home with an alcoholic parent has reverberations that last through the rest of one’s life. Compound that trauma with PTSD from years of special forces combat and you will find the story of our guest Jeff. Please join us as we talk with Jeff about his upbringing, his service to our country, and the traumas that he continues to battle to this day.  If you or anyone you know is suicid...

Growing up in an environment with constant arguing and conflict can have lifelong effects on a person. Not only that, but it can forge deep bonds between family members. It can also lead to instances when we as people are bestowed a love we did not expect. Join us today as we talk with Michael about his fractious upbringing, the severe loss he dealt with in 2018, and his continued journey to bette...

Since the pandemic first fully descended on the shores of America over three years ago, we as a society have been faced with constant new strains of Covid and are still just now learning about some of its more damaging effects. One of the least understood parts of the pandemic has been “Long Haul Covid” and its effects. Join us today as we talk with Krista about her experience with Long Haul Covid...

More often than not, as a sensitive person, the world seems overwhelming. Sometimes there are healthy outlets for this — art, friendship, exercise (perhaps). However, even with healthy outlets, sensitivity can bring with it a sort of isolation that is hard to describe. As the last three years will attest, isolation can be overwhelming. Join us today as we dive into the daily joys and griefs of lif...

As we come of age, there are many things we can bond with our parents over. However, those too can present instances for frustrations. As we grow into young adults trying to make it on our own, we also run into various different forms of leadership and find some might suit our needs more than others. Join us today as we speak with Josh about his upbringing, his parenting philosophy, and his many s...

Being a parent is likely the most difficult job on the planet. It can also be one of the most rewarding. Families not only impact us in our day to day life, but across generations. Join us today as we talk with Shawn about his upbringing, his hopes and expectations for fatherhood, and the difficult challenges along the way.  If you are interested in being a guest on Sad Times email us: SadTimesKC@...

Often, medication is a positive part of the mental health process. However, sometimes it can be a negative experience before the right balance is made. The original Sad Times Guest returns! Join us today as we talk to the great Chris Marcum once again where he came from, his journey of stops and starts, and struggles as he worked to find the best medication for him.  If you are interested in being...

One of the great elixirs for sadness, anxiety, and depression is creation. More often than is likely discussed, the creation of something large or small also acts as a sort of therapy. Join us today as we talk with Libby about her creative dreams, the struggles that she has faced, what it’s like to create as therapy, and the solace she finds in nature.  If you or someone you know is in an abusive...

When people struggle with addiction, they often will hit a rock bottom and begin to recover. While the struggle to remain sober is very real in the beginning, it does not get much easier as the days move along. Returning from his first appearance in the 7th episode of Sad Times, join us as we talk with John about his recovery journey and celebrate a very special anniversary! See Privacy Policy at...

Parenting is likely the most challenging job there is in the world. Add to the top of that grief, work stress, and continued struggles with addiction, and it becomes almost impossible. Join us as the guest on the 4th Sad Times episode returns to continue telling his amazing story.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sel...

Due to a host of autoimmune disorders, Millions of Americans live with constant pain and discomfort. Join us as we talk with Aaron about his daily health struggles and how it has effected both his personal and professional life. We will also talk about the dispiriting challenge of watching a loved one suffer from dementia, some of Aaron’s past brushes with love and loss, and his time on the road a...

When the pandemic hit, perhaps the industry most affected was the entertainment industry. Join us today as we talk with Joe and his struggles through losing his livelihood and meaning the last few years. Also, Joe will share his story about his father’s courageous battle with cancer and his youthful battles with mental health challenges and the various ways he has worked to address those challenge...

Join us today as we speak with Jeremy about his life long struggles with mental health and the horrible tragedy he and his family endured this past year.   If you or anyone you know have suicidal thoughts or ideations, please reach out to the National Suicide Hotline by dialing 9-8-8. You can find more information about the hotline and its services here: https://988lifeline.org/current-events/the-...

As a society, we lean on our first responders every single day. However, often we don’t hear their side of the story — how difficult and taxing their job can be; the trauma that they take home with them every single day. Join us as we talk with Jay, a 28 year Firefighting veteran, and his mental health journey. Jay shares his story of realizing he needed help and how he was able to address the str...

The loss of someone close to us is something we all fear or dread to some degree or another, but are we ever truly ready? Also, what about traumatic events that spring upon us in life that we in no way expect? How do we process that? Join us today as our guest Chelsie tells about her grief in losing someone very close to her, her lifelong struggles with mental health, and how an unexpected traumat...

As an anxious person, the thought and projection of life can often be overwhelming. When life presents itself as even more unpredictable than we may have envisioned or feared, our perspective contracts and reminds us how little control we have. Join us today as we talk with Tach Van Sickle about not only his early life but also his adult relationships and inner struggles. See Privacy Policy at htt...

Growing up with siblings can be at times enlightening, empowering, and frustrating. One thing is for sure: our siblings play a huge part in who we are. Join us today as we speak with Bob about growing up in Chicago, his relationship with his sister, the tragedy of her untimely death, and the strength and support of his family and the foundation started in her honor. The Annie Legere Foundation - A...