Rough Edges Podcast with Sarah I. Fox

Why is men’s mental health still such a taboo topic and why do so many struggle in silence? In this episode Sarah kicks off the sixth season with a focus on men's mental health. Sarah addresses the deep stigma surrounding mental health issues in men and discusses thealarming statistics on male mental health struggles, including higher rates of suicide and depression. She also shares her goal of cr...

Welcome back to another episode of the Rough Edges Podcast. In this episode Sarah shares her vision for 2025, personal goals, new year’s resolution and emphasizes the importance of having clear goals for the future amidst recent challenges. Sarah also explains the purpose of visions and how they can provide a motivating factor in our healing journey’s and wellness, as well as her personal aspirati...

Happy New Year and welcome back! In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by her beloved sister, Sam Fox as they review Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (2024) and explore the film's themes of navigating loss. Join these ladies as they share their initial thoughts on Sonic 3, favorite character moments from the film, and how Sonic 3 highlights the importance of processing emotional pain after loss and seeking...

Have you ever felt weighed down by seasonal depression or moments of hopelessness? In this episode, Sarah shares five Psalms from the Bible that have been a source of strength, comfort, and hope during her own struggles with seasonal depression. Join Sarah as she explores how these words can bring light into dark times and guide us toward healing.  If you are having a difficult time right now and...

How can we learn to have hope in dark times? This week's episode is a rerun of an episode from the first season about having hope during difficult moments. Read the following description below: In this week’s episode, Sarah will present a marvelous poem which she wrote during her healing journey. “Hope Has Arrived” is a poem about finding hope in difficult times. Listen as Sarah recites this poem...

What are some helpful tips for managing seasonal depression and grief during the holidays? In the 100th episode of the podcast, Sarah hears from her listeners and shares their advice or words of encouragement for those who are struggling with seasonal affective disorder (SAD), seasonal depression, and grief during the holiday season. Special thanks to all who shared their responses! If you want mo...

What does it mean to be a "strong black woman" and how does this stereotype hinder mental wellness? In this week's episode, Sarah explores the characteristics of the strong black woman stereotype and its effects on mental health, the historical origins of this archetype, how it shows up in various aspects of her life, and lessons that she's learned by dismantling the strong black woman persona. If...

How can we learn how to thrive while managing invisible disabilities? In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by special guest, Dr. Amee Shah. Dr. Amee Shah is a trailblazer boldly navigating her professional life and her journey with epilepsy. I have a no holds barred approach to mental health advocacy that challenges the stigma that often surrounds invisible illnesses/mental health. My story is...

How can music be beneficial in managing mental health conditions? In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by special guest, Brittney Smith. Brittney Smith is the owner and principal music teacher at One in a Melody, a boutique music studio in Georgetown, TX.  She teaches private piano, guitar, and ukulele lessons to kids ages 4-18 years old. When she’s not working, Brittney is engaging with her co...

Today commemorates 3 years since Rough Edges was created and it feels so surreal! In honor of the podcast's third anniversary, Sarah conducted a live recording to celebrate this milestone. Join Sarah as she discusses her motivation for podcasting, lessons that she's learned after 3 years of podcasting, and what's next for Rough Edges in the near future. If you want more updates on this podcast, pl...

How can we learn more about autism spectrum disorder in order to dismantle the stigma surrounding it? In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by special guest, Sonia Chand. Sonia Chand is a person on the autism spectrum. She is the host of a podcast called On the Spectrum with Sonia. On that podcast, she discusses mental health related topics, autism spectrum disorder, and inspirational stories. T...

Can faith & mental health work together to improve mental wellness? In this week's episode, Sarah hears from her listeners and shares their thoughts about whether faith can be incorporated into mental health practices to improve a person's mental health journey. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughed...

How does speaking kind declarations to ourselves help us manage mental health challenges? In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by special guest, Vasavi Kumar. Vasavi Kumar is a first-generation Indian immigrant raised on Long Island, NY. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder at 19, she made it her mission to understand her mind, starting by making room to hear herself think. Through her *Say It Out L...

New month, new episode! In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by special guest, Suse Silva. Suse Silva offers Mental Health Support with a somatic approach that focuses on healing at the Soul-level. She uses the healing arts of somatic movement, trauma-informed yoga, Qigong, meditation, breathwork, art making, forest bathing, sound therapy, energy healing, and more, to support her clients in cle...

To anyone who has ever felt like giving up, this poem is for you. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Thanks so...

In honor of Suicide Prevention Month, Sarah is joined by esteemed returning guest, Ally Loyns. Ally is a Canadian poet, musician, and BPD (borderline personality disorder) advocate who has called Winnipeg, Manitoba home since birth. Through raw and real poetic storytelling, she has a vision to embolden the healing journeys of people with Borderline everywhere by sharing her lived experience. In ad...

Rough Edges returns with another episode! In this week's episode, Sarah shares five lies that she sometimes believes and the biblical affirmations that she uses to reframe those unhelpful thinking patterns and core beliefs. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questio...

What does it mean to do the inner work? ( Instagram Live Chat) Please bear with some of the technical issues with the audio. In this live chat, Sarah is joined by special guest Dawn Dominguez, a licensed marriage and family therapist and founder of the Windows of Hope Counseling Center. These ladies discuss the following topics: -What does it mean to engage in inner work? -How does someone get to...

How can women in the modeling industry prioritize their mental health & self-care? In this week's bonus episode, Sarah is joined by special guest, Nikki Gal, a model turned entrepreneur and fierce advocate for women's mental health in modeling. Nikki Gal is an American fashion model, entrepreneur, and advocate. She started her professional career in 2014 as a fashion model, signing to...

Why is it important to de-stigmatize mental health? ( Instagram Live Chat) Please bear with some of the technical issues with the audio. In this live chat, Sarah is joined by special guest Charise Jewell who is a mental health advocate and author of two books (Crazy: Memoir of a Mom Gone Mad and Normal) and they talk about what it means to break the stigma surrounding bipolar disorder and mental h...

How does faith help us during grief? ( Instagram Live Chat) Please bear with some of the technical issues with the audio. In this Instagram live chat, Sarah is joined by special guest Julie Molina as they talk about their experiences with losing loved ones, how community plays a crucial role in the grieving process, why God’s presence makes the difference during grief, and how others can manage gr...

In this episode, Sarah gives some podcast updates for the summer and what's to come in the future. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or leave a review on A...

What does it mean to thrive while living with a mental health condition? In this week's episode, Sarah talks about what it means to overcome despite living with a mental health condition, her journey in accepting her diagnosis and achieving success, and tips for how you can thrive even in managing your mental health. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on I...

In this week's episode, Sarah shares updates about what's been going on behind the scenes and the future of the podcast. If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Instagram or visit the podcast website at www.roughedgespodcast.com. If you have any questions or further suggestions for how this podcast can grow, please email at rough.edges.podcast@gmail....

What do you do when it feels like life is meaningless? In this week's episode, Sarah shares five tips for managing life when it feels like all hope is lost. These tips are beneficial for physical, mental, and emotional health especially during overwhelming moments in life. Which tips stood out to you the most? If you want more updates on this podcast, please follow @rough.edges.podcast on Inst...