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Everything Sucks, Now What? A Merriment Method for a Messy World.

Everything Sucks, Now What? is a podcast about living thoughtfully in a complicated world. Hosted by Mary England , creator of the Merriment Method , this show is for people who feel the weight of reality but s till want to build something kinder inside it. Each episode explores how to hold two truths at once: grief and hope, rage and responsibility, realism and joy. Instead of pretending things are fine or collapsing into despair, we practice nuance. We name what’s broken . Then we ask what we can do about it. Through psychological insight, cultural analysis , and gently absurd real-life exam...

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May 5, 2026

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Episodes

Devil's Advocate: There Isn't Just One Truth 17.07.2024

Objectivity Autism No filter Devil's advocate Telling the truth Seconding the truth/what you want Leaving situations you don't like   Uncustomary Copyright 2023 *All information in this video is intended for General information purposes only. By watching this you agree that all your decisions based on and application of the information contained in this video is by your own personal choice. By wat...

36 Year Old Birthday Lessons 28.06.2024

This is how I spent my 36th birthday, the pressure I've felt to celebrate birthdays since I've turned 30, and the things I know to be true about myself as of right now.    Uncustomary Copyright 2023 *All information in this video is intended for General information purposes only. By watching this you agree that all your decisions based on and application of the information contained in this video...

Formula For Changing Your Complaints Into Goals 18.06.2024

Formula For Recalibrating, Reformatting, and Reconnecting To Yourself. Here is a step by step process and procedure for how to change your complaints into goals. If you need a sounding board or assistance with any of these steps, work with me at Uncustomary.org/Coaching   Uncustomary Copyright 2023 *All information in this video is intended for General information purposes only. By watching this y...

How To Not Avoid Your Anxiety 28.05.2024

TW: Flashbacks, PTSD Trying to get something you want but stalling out? Are you avoiding your anxiety? Feeling overwhelmed by emotions? Feeling numb? Here is how to figure out WHAT you're feeling and move FORWARD.   Uncustomary Copyright 2023 *All information in this video is intended for General information purposes only. By watching this you agree that all your decisions based on and application...

Don't Waste Your Life 24.05.2024

Be grateful for what you have. Keep perspective. Stop making excuses. Find solutions. Go outside. Remember you're alive.   Uncustomary Copyright 2023 *All information in this video is intended for General information purposes only. By watching this you agree that all your decisions based on and application of the information contained in this video is by your own personal choice. By watching this...

The Inner Harbor Is Swimmable! Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is, Baltimore 22.05.2024

Baltimore's Inner Harbor is swimmable and fishable and the reactions I've seen from Baltimore's residents have made me sad because they are so negative and ungrateful. Your memes make a difference. Think before you speak and share. Open your mind. Thank you to the people who made the harbor swimmable! Watch the documentary now.

Personal Update - May 15.05.2024

What I've been up to recently... Uncustomary Copyright 2023 *All information in this video is intended for General information purposes only. By watching this you agree that all your decisions based on and application of the information contained in this video is by your own personal choice. By watching this video you agree that you do not hold Uncustomary™ or Mary England directly or indirectly l...

A Forgotten Cabinet + Losing The 10 Commandments Of EVERYTHING 05.04.2024

What I found in the forgotten cabinet that perfectly preserved myself What I lost myself to in the past 7 years How I went down many other people's paths that weren't mine What it looks like to get out of being jaded   Uncustomary Copyright 2023 *All information in this video is intended for General information purposes only. By watching this you agree that all your decisions based on and applicat...

How I Forgot To Be A Merriment Maker + The Feel Good Troop 22.01.2024

A life update including weird house repairs, my rededication to mental health, how I got off track with business and myself in the past 10 years, and an announcement of a new mental health offering called The Feel Good Troop: https://uncustomary.org/feel-good-troop/   Uncustomary Copyright 2023 *All information in this video is intended for General information purposes only. By watching this you a...

Kindness: How To Have Empathy For Anyone 29.12.2023

Do you want to activate your empathy muscles? Here is how to have more empathy for ANYONE! Yes, even that ONE person... Uncustomary Copyright 2023 *All information in this video is intended for General information purposes only. By watching this you agree that all your decisions based on and application of the information contained in this video is by your own personal choice. By watching this vid...

How To Plan For Joy 19.12.2023

Happiness is subjective, but you can still plan for it! In this episode of Merriment Mondays, 😀 Mary shares how you can be proactive about planning for your joy! Uncustomary Copyright 2023 *All information in this video is intended for General information purposes only. By watching this you agree that all your decisions based on and application of the information contained in this video is by you...

Merriment Making Podcast with Wendi McLendon-Covey 12.12.2023

In this interview with Wendi McLendon-Covey, we discuss: 💗 comedy 💗 Reno 911 💗 her relationship with her husband, Greg 💗 her morning routine 💗 how her relationship like with joy has changed as she's gotten older 💗 how she identifies herself first (a comedian, wife, improv artist, actress???) 💗 whether she keeps any types of creativity to herself 💗 how she creates with her positive attitude...

Is Positive Psychology Bullsh**? How To Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is 06.12.2023

Let's explore what 🧠🧠🧠 Positive Psychology REALLY is plus: 💗 how to feel aligned when affirmations feel like lies 💗 when to blow the whistle on things 💗 what reframing negative situations looks like 💗 how to put your money where your mouth is, stop sh** talking 💗 why knowing what you don't want doesn't mean anything unless you know what you DO want 💗 if you can have a political opinion an...

November Life Update 28.11.2023

An unstructured podcast with life updates!   Uncustomary Copyright 2023 *All information in this video is intended for General information purposes only. By watching this you agree that all your decisions based on and application of the information contained in this video is by your own personal choice. By watching this video you agree that you do not hold Uncustomary™ or Mary England directly or...

I Had To Become The Most Miserable To Win The Happiness Game 15.11.2023

If you're feeling deeply unhappy, that might just be the calm before the HAPPY storm!! 🎮 Are you ready to take action in The Happiness Game? 🕹️ In this episode, Mary discusses what it's like to be the least happiest version of yourself and the transformation that can occur when you identify which archetype you are in terms of playing the happiness game. 🪀 She also provides a recent example where...

I’m Happier Than I’ve Ever Been 09.11.2023

I feel more like me than I have in 10 years!!! My prices are going up on December 1st. https://Uncustomary.org/Merriment-Makers

What Is Good News And How Can We Make More Of It? 03.11.2023

We hear the term "Good News" a lot these days. So what exactly IS it?! Here is my take on what good news is, including 4 ways to make more of it. Plus 13 bonus good news activities.   Here are some Instagram accounts to follow if you want more good news! MerrimentMaker TanksGoodNews GoodNewsNetwork GlobalPositiveNews Upworthy SomeGoodNews GoodNews_Movement GoodNewsFeeds OpenlyGayAliens OpenlyGayAn...

21 Tips For Creating New Neural Pathways + Habits 14.10.2023

So today I’m going to share with you: How to question things Why your brain doesn’t want you to change How to create new neural pathways with new habits 8 Tips For Setting Yourself Up For Success When Starting A New Habit (Theory) 13 Tips For Starting A New Habit (Tangibility)

Care Bears: The Ideal Merriment Mascot 24.09.2023

We found the Care Bears relatable as children with their can do and loving attitude. There's no reason we can't still do that and BE the Care Bears in our own way today! Uncustomary.org/MerrimentMakers

Merriment Making with Lux ATL: Daily Joy With A Baby, Storytelling No Matter What, + A Cabin Full Of Strippers 05.09.2023

Our first Merriment Maker interview is Lux ATL, who you might know as a stripper, pole dancer, or facilitator of retreats with women. Which she IS! And she, like you, is full of multitudes! In this episode we discuss where she feels her hierarchy of creativity lies, how she makes time for embodying joy with a baby, and what it's been like to travel all over the world getting intimate with hundreds...

The Reality Of Romanticizing Your Life 23.08.2023

Want to romanticize your life? https://uncustomary.org/passion-party-webinar/

Why Saying Someone Is Judgmental Is Judgmental 02.08.2023

- What it's like to be a naturally radically honest - What judgment actually is - The 3 main things that cause me to judge - The difference between disliking a person and an idea - The psychology that occurs when someone is confronted with a judgment - What I've learned about myself in delivering the truth in a more effective way - How to appreciate the truth tellers in your life

Why The Barbie Movie Failed At World Peace 23.07.2023

Contains big spoilers for The Barbie Movie. This is why The Barbie Movie was misandrist and why we can do better at recalibrating power, even and especially in imaginative scenarios. This is why feminism is hypocritical when it doesn't create balance and equality, but tries to only give the microphone to women.

Why I’m Not Turning Off My Brain + You Don’t Have To Either 12.07.2023

We're told "turning off our brains" is a good thing. Have you ever thought about WHY? The best creative minds all seem to not be able to turn their brains off. Maybe that's a GOOD thing. I'm leaning into my chaotic, constantly "on" brain, and I encourage you to do the same!

Ketamine and Con Artists: The Anti Embodiment Story 04.07.2023

I'm going to share a personal story of how each step of the Merriment Making Process has affected my life. The first step is Reconnecting To Your Body/Embodiment. So I'm going to tell you about the most disconnected I've ever been from my body: being addicted to ketamine and con artists. Plus 5 tips for starting your own embodiment practice. Learn more in the Reconnecting To Your Body module in th...

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