Behind The Mask Podcast

In Episode 37, (originally released to Anchor: 2/3/2023), Lori, Tee, and EJ talk food. They discuss the many relationships people have with food. Some healthy, some not so healthy, and how they've overcome challenges with food in their own lives. Mentioned in the episode: https://www.cookinglight.com/healthy-living/health/creating-a-healthy-relationship-with-food For help with any kind of eating d...

In Episode 36, (originally released to Anchor: 1/20/2023), Lori, Tee, and EJ talk about perceptions and how they can change from one person to the next, because not everyone sees the same thing in a situation. And while multiple perspectives are expected, sometimes it can cause tension between friends and family, and the ladies discuss this. Disclaimer: Just a friendly reminder that anything discu...

In Episode 35, (originally released to Anchor: 1/6/2023), the first episode of 2023, Lori, Tee, and EJ talk about resolutions. If they do or don't make new year's resolutions, what are some tips and tricks they've found to setting them, and how they've successfully reached any goals they've set. Resolutions at the core are not bad, they are goals to set, but sometimes people set too many or high e...

In Episode 34, (originally released to Anchor: 12/16/2022), EJ, Lori, and Tee tackle the topic of bitterness. The three share personal experiences of bitterness and talk about how it can snowball without the right help and how they have combatted it in the past, as well as things others may be able to do to help themselves. Song Mentioned: Fear Is A Liar by Zach Williams https://www.youtube.com/wa...

In Episode 33, (originally released to Anchor: 12/2/2022), Lori, Tee, and EJ discuss pain, physical pain both acute and chronic. They talk side effects of pain, how they’ve experienced it personally and from observing others, and briefly talk about pain medications, their side effects, and some alternative ways to help with pain relief. Some links are below. Stats: 1 in 5 Americans suffer from chr...

In Episode 32, (originally released to Anchor: 11/4/2022), EJ and Tee tackle some issues they've experienced with the healthcare system, both being a friend or family member to someone struggling with something, and also being a therapist (Tee) and a Home Care Aide (EJ). Lori was unable to join, but she'll be back soon! Disclaimer: Just a friendly reminder that anything discussed in this podcast i...

WARNING!!! The content of this episode may be triggering for some. Listen or watch at your own discretion and we will share helpline information below for anyone who needs help.  In Episode 31, Lori and guest Rori discuss their experiences as domestic violence victims (and now survivors) in a small town. Tee and EJ share some of their thoughts and ask each of them some questions. You can find...

EJ, Lori, and Tee are back in Season 2, with episode 30, (originally released to Anchor: 10/7/2022). The ladies welcome guest Steve Wormer. Steve is a minister, the author of the book Rivers of Hope, and the Executive Director of the Hurt 2 Hope program. They discuss the dark places often found when hopeless, and how they've gotten out of the pits of despair, to find hope and light in their lives....

In Episode 29, (originally released to Anchor: 8/12/2022), Lori, Tee, and EJ discuss changes. At first, they discuss some of the changes they've had to navigate doing the podcast like being on video, how they struggled at first, and why. They also talk about how their lives are changing regarding their professional lives and what that looks like. Lastly, they mention some plans for the podcast. Th...

In Episode 28, (originally released to Anchor: 7/29/2022), Lori, Tee, and EJ discuss insecurities. They talk about some of their current insecurities and some they've worked through. They also mention some things that helped them get through their insecurities. Disclaimer: Just a friendly reminder that anything discussed in this podcast is not to be used as a diagnosis or a replacement for convers...

In Episode 27, (originally released to Anchor: 7/15/2022), Lori, Tee, EJ, and guest Kathie Alli, discuss their experiences taking care of family members and how it impacts their lives and others who step up in that way. To find Katie Alli online, you can find her on Facebook www.facebook.com/TheAlliWay and her website www. TheAlliWay.com Disclaimer: Just a friendly reminder that anything discussed...

In Episode 26, (originally released to Anchor: 7/1/2022), Lori, Tee, and EJ discuss their faith and the masks many wear within their church to hide or change who they are. They also share some other struggles they've had within their faith and some scriptures that help them. Disclaimer: Just a friendly reminder that anything discussed in this podcast is not to be used as a diagnosis or a replaceme...

In Episode 25, (originally released to Anchor: 6/17/2022), Lori, Tee, and EJ discuss the different reactions one can have to all the things going on in our lives and in the world. They talk about how reactions can impact others and be positive and negative. Disclaimer: Just a friendly reminder that anything discussed in this podcast is not to be used as a diagnosis or a replacement for conversatio...

In Episode 24, (originally released to Anchor: 6/3/2022), Lori, Tee, EJ, and guest Sherry, discuss the different transformations in life they’ve gone through, and how and why Sherry began her group Momtemplative on Facebook. To check out Momtemplative - Sherry's Facebook group, here's the link! https://www.facebook.com/groups/236010314155655 Disclaimer: Just a friendly reminder that anything discu...

In Episode 23, (originally released to Anchor: 5/20/2022), Lori, Tee, and EJ discuss age, health, cognitive, emotional, and physical transitions humans experience during their lifetime. They identify causes (both internal and external), share personal experiences as they have aged, and the impacts of these transformations. They also discuss some positive ways to pass through these transitions. Dis...

In Episode 22, (originally released to Anchor: 5/6/2022), Lori, Tee, EJ, and guest Lexi, discuss Lexi's recent family discovery that led to a search for her biological father. Lexi, and her mom, Tee, talk about how Lexi found out about this, what she did to find her father, and how her life has been impacted since this new development. Disclaimer: Just a friendly reminder that anything discussed i...

In Episode 21, (originally released to Anchor: 4/22/2022), Lori, Tee, and EJ dive into their weight loss journeys, Lori gives listeners an update on her recent health scare, and the ladies share some challenges both mentally and spiritually they've had with their weight loss. The scriptures shared by the ladies were: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 NIV Psalm 139:14 NIV 1 Peter 3:3-4 NIV Other scriptures you...

In Episode 20, (originally released to Anchor: 4/8/2022), Tee and EJ tackle a recent event in their lives - taking on the role of the observer as Lori spends time in the hospital with several major things wrong with her. Tee and EJ share some of their thoughts on how they managed during this time, as well as helped Lori however they could. Disclaimer: Just a friendly reminder that anything discuss...

Trigger Warning! Suicide and self-harm discussion in the middle of the episode. If you or someone you know needs help, call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline in the US at 1-800-273-8255 for help! If this is triggering for you, we understand if you would like to skip this episode. Disclaimer: Just a friendly reminder that anything discussed in this podcast is not to be used as a diagnosis or...

In Episode 18, (originally released to Anchor: 3/11/2022), Lori, Tee, and EJ discuss anxiety. The impacts to life, how they've dealt and managed it, and they share encouragement for those struggling with it. Disclaimer: Just a friendly reminder that anything discussed in this podcast is not to be used as a diagnosis or a replacement for conversations with your own doctors, therapists, psychologist...

In Episode 17, (originally released to Anchor: 2/25/2022), Lori, Tee, and EJ discuss perfectionism, how it impacts lives and how to work through it. Disclaimer: Just a friendly reminder that anything discussed in this podcast is not to be used as a diagnosis or a replacement for conversations with your own doctors, therapists, psychologists, or other medical professionals. We're on Facebook , Twit...

In Episode 16, Lori and EJ discuss incongruency, or when our inner and outer feelings and actions don't line up with the world around us, and how it can impact authenticity and relationships. Disclaimer: Just a friendly reminder that anything discussed in this podcast is not to be used as a diagnosis or a replacement for conversations with your own doctors, therapists, psychologists, or other medi...

In Episode 15, Lori and EJ discuss names; the good, bad, ugly, public, professional, and many more! Disclaimer: Just a friendly reminder that anything discussed in this podcast is not to be used as a diagnosis or a replacement for conversations with your own doctors, therapists, psychologists, or other medical professionals. We're on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram as '@BehindTheMaskPC'! If you'r...

In Episode 14, Lori and EJ discuss what it's like to be and feel alone. Alone in life, living alone, and how they've coped and are dealing with new challenges in their lives when they've had to be alone. Disclaimer: Just a friendly reminder that anything discussed in this podcast is not to be used as a diagnosis or a replacement for conversations with your own doctors, therapists, psychologists, o...

In Episode 13, Lori and EJ discuss the holidays, stressors that can cause us to put masks up, and how to help get through the holidays without using too many masks. Disclaimer: Just a friendly reminder that anything discussed in this podcast is not to be used as a diagnosis or a replacement for conversations with your own doctors, therapists, psychologists, or other medical professionals. We're on...