Hope Through The Journey

We spend so much of life chasing happiness—believing it waits for us at the next promotion, the next relationship, or the next milestone. But what happens when we get there and still feel empty? In this episode, we rethink happiness as a companion on the journey, not a prize at the finish line. Listen and learn why chasing milestones often leaves us unsatisfied, and how reframing happiness as a pr...

Have you been wanting to work on your mental health but didn't know where to start or what to do? With so much mental health information available, including apps and media, searching for the right ones can be overwhelming. On today's podcast, I'll make it easy for you by sharing my favorite recommendations for mental health media. I'm calling it, your 'Mental Health Media Toolbox.' Whether it's a...

Providing mental health support to someone in need can be difficult. We often shy away from helping, not because we don't want to, but because we are scared of saying the wrong thing or lack the confidence to know how to help best. In today's episode, Lettie and Al, are passing along actionable ways to give emotional support to people that cross your path and exhibit a real need for help. You'll l...

Habits! We've all got them. Some of them are good, and others not so much. There's a lot involved in creating a habit that we don't understand. We're good at what we practice. Habits are the result of what it is we practice daily. Sometimes we don't even realize we're doing it, it becomes so natural. Implementing good mental health habits is a must. And with all habits, consistency is the key. Lis...

Seeking professional assistance for mental health has, for a very long time, had a stigma attached to it. Going to therapy is sometimes looked at negatively because it means, according to some that, "there is something wrong with you." That couldn't be further from the truth. While physical health is viewed in more positive terms, mental health isn't viewed in a similar light, though. The truth is...

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in adults creates many challenges for couples. From feeling like you're not being heard to frustration with not being able to get things done, the resulting discourse between couples can be overwhelming and disappointing. In today's episode, Lettie and Al are talking about what ADHD looks like in adults and how best to manage it when it's a part of y...

Communication is a hot topic, both in the workplace and in personal relationships. It can be an obstacle in moving our relationships in a productive and positive direction. Our communication style is based on our lived experience and on the thoughts we allow to listen to even before the conversation starts. In today's episode, Lettie and Al, are looking at communication from all angles. We'll look...

There's been so much talk about depression lately, especially on social media. Some of it's good, but some of it's not. It's gotten to a point where we may have lost sight of what depression is, and even become desensitized to its meaning. Teenagers are now using the word very haphazardly, creating confusion amongst their peers. In today's episode, Lettie and Al, are taking a psychoeducational app...

Social media has been around for only about 30 years, but it's having a major impact on society and our mental health. Have you noticed how using it has influenced your day-to-day behaviors towards yourself and others? In today's episode, Lettie and Al examine the good and the bad of scrolling. They'll discuss the benefits of social connectedness through social media and also the negative, destruc...

Are you exhausted by the energy spent on trying to change things that you have no control over? What if we just learned to accept the reality of life situations? I don't mean approving of it, wanting it, or liking it. I mean accepting it. How much better and easier would life be for us then? In today's episode, Lettie and Al, look into the intervention of 'acceptance' and 'radical acceptance' as a...

Recently, there's been a lot of talk in the news and on social media about attachment styles. Attachment styles begin in infancy and, if insecure, can lead to difficulties in relationships. In today's episode, Lettie and Al take a brief look at attachment theory, specifically, attachment styles, and put it into practical terms that are easy to understand. Have you ever wondered why you are the way...

When's the last time you thought about your values? I mean really thought about them and how important they are in shaping the person that you want to be? In today's episode, Lettie and Al take a deep dive into the impact your values can have on you, and the people around you. If values are something you haven't paid much attention to lately, it could be what's holding you back from becoming the b...

Mindfulness is a word that people, sometimes, get intimidated by because either they don't feel it's for them, or it's stigmatized as some new age practice that is somehow bad. If you're in any one of these camps, or if you're already on the mindfulness bandwagon, then today's podcast is for you. Join Lettie and Al as they not only talk about the benefits of mindfulness and bust mindfulness myths,...

There's so much talk about anxiety in the news and on social media that you may be experiencing anxiety overload. You may have even developed some misconceptions about anxiety. Well, if this is you, and you want to know what it is and what it isn't, look no further than today's episode. You'll learn about the difference between healthy anxiety and anxiety disorders. We'll provide actionable strate...

What, exactly, is self-esteem? Why is it so important to our mental health? In today's episode, Lettie and Al are exploring the answers to these questions and more. Self esteem really is about unlocking your inner strength. It has the potential to guide you down, either a negative, destructive path; or one filled with confidence and peace of mind. You may even be surprised to learn who has control...

Have you ever asked yourself the question, 'Why can't everyone just think like me?' Picture it, if everyone thought like we did, the world would be great, wouldn't it? Or would it? In this episode, Lettie and Al talk about the impact of controlling behavior on our mental health. Listen as they discuss how wanting to control everything is not the healthiest thing we could work towards. And in some...

Do you ever experience moments in life when you're just feeling off? When you're not you, and you feel like there's something wrong with you? Many times we feel that we have to be on our 'A' game all the time, and the reality is that that's not true. There will be times in our lives when we have to give ourselves grace and understand that...It's Ok to Not be Ok! Listen, as Lettie and Al share all...

Are you in control of your anger or is anger controlling you? In today's episode, we explain that it's okay to be angry, but it's what we do with our anger that can get us in trouble. And being able to control it, like every other emotion that we experience, is part of the journey of life. Listen as Lettie and Al discuss what anger is all about and how we can learn to manage it in a healthy way. L...

Boundaries, both personal and professional, can be hard to set for a lot of people. They find it difficult to say 'no' and that can be a problem. Listen as Al and Lettie explore the process of setting healthy boundaries. They present actionable tips and strategies to make sure you're setting boundaries that will impact your life in a positive and productive way.

It can be very difficult to forgive, but forgiveness is a selfish act. Primarily, it is about being at peace with yourself. In today's episode, Lettie and Al break down its importance and the impact it can have in your life. You'll learn how to ask for forgiveness in a step by step process. You'll also get a better understanding of the physical and mental toll NOT forgiving has on you. So listen a...

In today's episode, licensed professional counselors Lettie and Al Crixell Jr. talk about the importance of the art of communication. They break down what communication is and provide a process by which you can learn how to communicate effectively. Learn how to bring your 'A' game in communication to become better in all your relationships.

In today's episode Lettie and Al discuss the power of fear. Fear can prevent us from progressing into the person we were meant to be. Thoughts and our belief systems play a big part in what we fear, too. The mental health duo break down this process and introduce the power of ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) as one solution. So listen and learn how to break those fears that get in your way;...

If you're looking for balance in your life, then you've got to look at how you're taking care of yourself. Self care is a critical part of maintaining the balance that we all need. In this episode, hosts Alfred Crixell Jr. and Lettie Crixell explain the importance of loving yourself. They'll explain, in a simple way, how to practice self care on a daily basis. They'll break down the reasons people...