Adjust: The Conversation

Everyone says, "Just relax." Has that ever actually worked? In Part 1 of our stress series, we argue that stress isn't the villain—it's an alarm. We discuss good stress versus bad stress, your window of tolerance, the "smoke detector" in your brain that can't distinguish burnt toast from a house fire, and one genuinely wild fact about what your stress sweat does beh...

Existentialism gets a reputation for being bleak French men in turtlenecks declaring that nothing matters. So we sat down to actually think it through, out loud, in real time. You weren't built for a purpose the way a knife is built to cut. You show up first, and  then  you decide what you're for. Sartre called it "existence precedes essence," and it sounds freeing right up until 3am, when that sa...

Grief part two is here, and this time it's personal. Ashley and Marcella pull back the curtain and share their own grief experiences — from sudden loss and unresolved anger to suicide loss and the grief nobody talks about. They break down the dual process model, explore what community grieving actually looks like, and discuss the kinds of loss society still doesn't take seriously—including body gr...

Grief has never had one face — so why do we keep acting like it should? In part one, we break down the models, the myths, and the types of grief that don't always get a name. Links :  Kübler-Ross Wave Graph  —  ekrfoundation.org/5-stages-of-grief/change-curve/ Listener Story Submissions  —  admin@adjustmentalhealth.com HABRI/Zoetis International Pet Owner Survey  —  https://habri.org/internati...

In this episode, we dive into the emotions behind “Panic” — the racing thoughts, inner pressure, and quiet moments that often go unseen. A raw and atmospheric experience about anxiety, survival, and trying to regain control when everything feels too loud. Panic Disorders - Harvard Health The Science of Anxiety (Infographic) | Northwestern Medicine Salk scientists uncover key brain pathway mediatin...

What if the way we’ve been taught to chase happiness is actually what’s keeping us stuck? In this episode, we explore the constant pressure to “keep up,” achieve more, and stay on the never-ending train of expectations. But what happens when you step off? Join us as we unpack what it really means to redefine happiness, slow down, and choose a life that feels aligned instead of just accomplished. T...

Can you imagine waking up during an operation?! Tune in to listen this experience and learn tips and tricks about sleep!

On this episode, we explore sleep! What it does to your mind, why it matters to your mental health, and more!

What is stillness? How do you feel when you're still? Tune in to listen for tips on on how to identify stillness and why it can be so hard for us to be.....still.

In honor of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, this episode takes a closer look at how teens define dating, romance, and intimacy — and why safety must be the foundation of every relationship. We explore what safe love actually feels like, how brain chemistry and fear can make unhealthy dynamics hard to leave, and why removing shame matters before naming red flags. From green flags like respect...

Welcome to Adjust: The Conversation . In this episode, hosts Ashley and Marcella explore the concept of love languages — what they are, why they matter in relationships, and how to identify your own. Stay tuned for a meaningful conversation about connection, communication, and understanding. Neuron Video: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Rvmvt7gscIM Love Language Quiz: https://5lovelanguages.com/qui...