Mental Mixology

In this conversation, Katelynn shares her experiences as a young mother, discussing the challenges of early parenthood, balancing work and family life, and the importance of community support. The discussion highlights the struggles of making friends as a parent and the adjustments required in family dynamics, especially when one partner is away for military service. Katelynn's journey reflects th...

Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss various fears and personal experiences that have shaped their lives. Each guest shares their unique experiences with fear, from the fear of change during college to the trauma of a car accident, highlighting the different ways fear can manifest and influence personal growth. In this conversation, the participants explore the nature of fear, its protective...

In this episode of Mental Mixology, host Elex Simon reflects on the complexities of holiday seasons as one grows older. She discusses the shift from childhood excitement to adult responsibilities and expectations, the challenges of family dynamics, and the importance of setting boundaries to maintain personal happiness. Elex emphasizes the need for self-care and the creation of new traditions, enc...

In this episode of Mental Mixology, the hosts engage in humorous banter, share personal work frustrations, and introduce a guest who discusses the dynamics of relationships in the LGBTQ+ community. The conversation flows from light-hearted teasing to deeper discussions about personal experiences and the challenges of navigating relationships in today's world. In this conversation, the speakers exp...

In this episode, we delve into the intricate tapestry of human relationships and emotional development. We explore the importance of accountability in fostering healthy connections, the impact of disappointment on our outlook, and the power of positivity in shaping our lives. We discuss the delicate balance between empathy and assertiveness, and how our frontal lobe development influences our emot...

In episode 40 of Mental Mixology hosts Elex and Emilee introduce their guest and cousin, Troy, and discuss the challenges of men's mental health, including the pressure to conform to societal expectations and the negative effects of social media on self-esteem. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the impact of social media on self-confidence and the evolving definition of mascu...

The conversation covers a range of topics, including personal experiences, hobbies, and the importance of having a hobby. It delves into the emotional impact of social relationships, the significance of hobbies as stress relievers, and the empowerment that comes with mastering a skill. The hosts also discuss the transition of hobbies into potential careers and the challenges of finding the right h...

In this episode, the host Elex shares her personal journey with faith and religion. She discusses her upbringing in the Lutheran and Roman Catholic churches, her experiences with religion classes and church attendance, and her struggles with maintaining a relationship with Jesus. Elex emphasizes the importance of believing in Jesus and building a genuine, personal relationship with Him. She also t...

In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics including hair dyeing, coping with tornadoes, mental health news, and how to go about asking for promotions and pay raises. They share their personal experiences and insights on these subjects. The hosts also introduce a song of the week segment and provide recommendations for positive songs to add to listeners' playlists. In this conversation,...

In this episode of Mental Mixology, the hosts discuss self-care tips. They go through a list of tips from Oprah and share their thoughts and experiences. The tips include avoiding snoozing your alarm, opening your blinds in the morning, lighting a candle, getting a house plant, starting a side hustle, doing skincare or a face mask, keeping a journal, getting a massage, and playing your favorite pl...

In this episode of Mental Mixology, the hosts, Elex and Emilee, discuss the topic of outgrowing relationships. Emilee shares her personal experience of going through a breakup and the challenges she faced in transitioning from one relationship to another. They explore the importance of finding comfort and security in a relationship, as well as the need for personal growth and compatibility. The co...

In this episode, the hosts of Mental Mixology are joined by Rachel, who shares her experience with ADHD. They discuss the different types of ADHD and how it can manifest in adulthood. Rachel also talks about her experience with EMDR therapy and the challenges she faced in school. They explore coping mechanisms and the importance of being mindful of ADHD in daily life. This part of the conversation...

In this episode, the hosts introduce the new co-host and discuss their different personalities and upbringings. They talk about their childhood in Georgia, including games and activities they enjoyed. The conversation then shifts to their move to Missouri and the challenges they faced, including the hamster farm incident. They also discuss the transition to a new school and how their interests and...

If you could rate your self love on a scale from 1-10 where do you think you would fall? Join host Elex as she sits down with Kenzie Zipfel to talk about their self love journeys. With Kenzie losing her mother, and trying to battle the ending of a long term relationship, she had to start from the bottom up to realize she needed to focus on herself. Hear about the obstacles she had to overcome alon...

What do you think of when you hear, beauty pageant? Maybe you think of dolled up women in swimsuits & dresses on stage, or shallow women that just want “World Peace”, or even the old TLC show Toddlers and Tiaras. Whatever your initial thoughts are, I promise you our guest cohost  @missmousa  will completely transform the way you look at beauty pageants moving forward. I competed with Autumn in...

Have you been wanting to get into the gym but you don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’ve gotten in the swing of going for a few days and then the motivation slowly fades? Host Elex along with guest cohost Dalton definitely feel your pain with this struggle. For them it also took YEARS to get serious in the gym and now that they have, this had became a huge outlet for their mental health. Hear...

Are you a chronic over-thinker? Well, if so you are not alone. Elex and Jessica talk about personal experiences with impulsive overthinking. From many days ruined from constant overthought, we are not only talking about how this has effected us but we are even hitting on things that have helped. Overthinking will never truly go away but there are ways that you can live day to day without it being...

Bipolar disorder affects 2.6% of the United Staes populations, which translates to 6.3 million people. This is a mental illness that starts as early as 15-19 years old, and can usually last a lifetime. Sit down with Mental Mixology as we chat with Bipolar Speaker and Podcaster, Gabe Howard to really see what bipolar disorder can look like, as well as the toll it can take on someone's life. Gab...

Complacency, something that so many of us deal with but probably are not aware of. Complacency can cause numerous problems in our life if we do not recognize it. Many people only recognize they are in a state of complacency because they are involuntarily forced out of that position. Don't wait until you are forced to evolve to do so. Start taking action now to grab ahold of the life that you h...

It is very normal for us as humans to feel angry. It's when anger starts to cause problems is your life, or interferes with your happiness and overall health that you need to consider the way you handle and process this emotion. Join host Elex with her little sister Emilee (guest cohost) as they go through their lives and the challenges they have faced in trying to manage their anger. Growing...

Domestic violence and getting into an unhealthy relationship is something that is unfortunately, common. Over one in three women, and one in four men, have experienced physical violence, rape or stalking victimization by an intimate partner in their lifetime. Domestic violence refers to physical, sexual, or psychological harm done to an individual by a current or former partner or spouse. There ar...

Friendships can be a very crucial aspect in maintaining our mental health. Friends put things in perspective for us, keep us grounded, while also helping us manage the problems that life can throw our way. Many of us might have the instinct to distance ourselves from friends when we are dealing with mental health problems. We do not realize that with the right friends, we are able to overcome and...

According to the Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance, more firefighters die from suicide each year than in the line of duty, and many additional suicides are likely unreported.  A Florida State University behavioral health study that surveyed over 1,000 U.S. firefighters showed that in some point in respondents careers: 47% considered suicide 19% made plans for a suicide attempt 16% went throug...

Reaching a goal or a dream is one of the hardest things that you will set out to do. A lot of us are so fueled by a list of excuses and overwhelming thoughts to even know where to start chasing a dream. On season two episode one of Mental Mixology we will be going over ten key steps to help grasp a "Dream Chasing Mentality". Dreams are not easy to obtain but once you get hold of the tool...

For the past two decades, social media has become a mixed blessing that we all use to cure our boredom, portray the best versions of ourselves, or catch up with family and friends. There are a wide range of benefits that come from social media, like connecting with those who are important to us, for gathering information, and for self-expression. However, while there are positive uses for social m...