Kris and Karen

AM I OK?

Health EN ↓ 15 episodes

Two long-time friends, sharing their mental health struggles, supporting each other, and wanting their conversations to shed light on the impact of poor mental health. They hope by sharing their stories, they can help others identify when their own mental health is at risk and encourage them to seek help when they need it. Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram TikTok Facebook If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com .

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Kris and Karen

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Health

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Latest episode

Aug 29, 2024

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Episodes

Shingles, Guilt and Shame 29.08.2024

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 t...

Self-Care for the Mind, Body and Soul 20.09.2023

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...

Learning to Be My Own Friend 15.08.2023

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 TikTok Facebook If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com .

How Ruminating Almost Killed Me 01.08.2023

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 healt...

You Mean There's Help? 18.07.2023

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 healt...

Medication, What Now? 11.07.2023

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 healt...

When Your Body Ails, Your Brain Follows (Part 2) 04.07.2023

Karen continues to share her journey of coping with her health issues and recognising the toll they have taken on her mental health. Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram TikTok Facebook If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com .

When Your Body Ails, Your Brain Follows (Part 1) 27.06.2023

Karen shares her journey of discovering her health issues, the diagnoses and the struggles she went through along the way. Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram TikTok Facebook If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com .

Racism and Humanity 20.06.2023

Kris talks about some of her encounters with people who demonstrated racial biases. Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram TikTok Facebook If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com .

Fathers Day 16.06.2023

Leading up to Fathers’ Day in most parts of the world, Kris and Karen talk about what Fathers’ Day mean to them. Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram TikTok Facebook If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com .

The (Im)Practicalities of Religion 13.06.2023

Karen talks about how her religious friends and family react to her divorce while keeping her faith. Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram TikTok Facebook If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com .

Perfection is Flawed 06.06.2023

Kris unpacks her relentless pursuit and excessive drive to achieve high standards that at times could be unrealistic. Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram TikTok Facebook If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com .

Divorce, The Aftermath 30.05.2023

Karen talks about her divorce, how her mind processed her emotions after the separation and finding herself again. Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram TikTok Facebook If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com .

Amygdala Hijack 24.05.2023

Those being bullied at work often don’t initially realise this is happening. Kris talks about the moment she realised she was being bullied. Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram TikTok Facebook If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com .

AM I OK Preview 24.05.2023

Two long-time friends, sharing their mental health struggles, supporting each other, and wanting their conversations to shed light on the impact of poor mental health. They hope by sharing their stories, they can help others identify when their own mental health is at risk and encourage them to seek help when they need it. Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram TikTok Facebook If there’s anything you’d like...

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