We’ll Get Better

Ashlyn didn't have a perfect college application process. She applied under the wrong major, missed early action deadlines, and wrote her college essay about something no one would have expected. She still got into most of the schools she applied to, with over a 95 percent acceptance rate. In this episode, we talk through what actually made the difference. The essay that helped her stand out and t...

Please welcome our guest Sophia on this special episode. She has carried a weight since she was a kid, and she’s finally putting it down. She came out at 16 after growing up in a traditional household where nobody was like her, and years of pretending, hiding, and censoring herself wrecked her mental health. This episode is real and honest and covers things that do not get talked about enough, inc...

Hope you enjoy this episode! Kensington burned herself out this year. And she's telling you everything. If you keep telling yourself that working harder is the answer, that saying yes to everything is just who you are, or that rest is something you have to earn, this episode is for you. She gets into what burnout actually feels like, how she got out of it, and what she would have done differently....

EVERYONE PICKED THEIR COLLEGE. I STILL HAVEN’T! I got great college offers, I just don't know which one to choose.. If you’re sitting on a college decision you’re not ready to make, torn between schools, stressed about the money, scared of moving across the country, or just watching everyone else commit while you still have no idea - this one is for you. We talk about what it actually feels like t...

Rejected From My Dream College - SAT, College Essays & Admissions Advice I Wish I Knew Earlier Rejected from your dream college? In this honest college rejection story, we break down the truth about college admissions, SAT prep, college essays, and the college application process every high school student should understand. If you're stressed about college decisions, SAT scores, or writing you...

Trying to figure out how to choose a college can feel impossible, especially when you’re dealing with college decision anxiety, pressure from everyone around you, and the fear of making the wrong choice. If you’ve been asking what college should I choose or questioning if college is worth it, you need to hear this. This episode dives into what no one tells you about choosing between colleges, hand...

How to gain confidence FAST, when you doubt yourself. I lost my confidence completely… and I didn’t even realize why. If you’ve been feeling like you’re not enough, constantly comparing yourself, or stuck in overthinking and anxiety, this is for you. If you’ve ever felt like the second choice, struggled with low self-esteem, or caught yourself in negative self -talk, you’re not alone. This is a re...

If you’re trying to figure out how to deal with toxic friends, stop overthinking everything, and handle school stress without feeling emotionally drained, this conversation is for you. We break down toxic friends, friendship advice, overthinking, school burnout, anxiety help, and emotional health in young adult life. In this episode, we talk about toxic friendships, feeling like the backup friend,...

Feeling stuck in a dark place mentally? Struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, burnout, or feeling lost in your life? In Season 2, Episode 2, Ashlyn breaks down how to get out of mental fog, emotional stuckness, and fear- without pretending everything is fine. This episode dives into: • How to stop letting mental health define who you are • The “this or that” question that changes everything...

This marks the start of a new season focused on rebranding yourself, resetting your mindset, and stepping into the next chapter of personal growth with intention. This episode is for anyone ready to step into their higher self without losing who they are. Ashlyn and Kensington talk real growth, confidence, mindset resets, academic pressure, friendships, and what it actually looks like to move forw...

In this Friday Mini episode of 'Let's Talk About It,' co-host Kens discusses the importance of starting New Year's resolutions now instead of waiting until 2026. Kens shares personal goals like practicing self-kindness, embracing failure, avoiding comparisons with others, enjoying the journey, focusing on fun despite anxiety, and prioritizing performance over perfection. Kens emphasizes the value...

Anxiety attacks can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. In this podcast, we break down how to manage anxiety attacks with 5 simple, relatable steps. From letting it out, to grounding yourself, to remembering the moment will pass, these coping tips are designed for students, teens, and young adults who deal with anxiety every day. If you’ve been searching for how to calm anxiety fast, recover...

*We chose to do very little edits on this podcast so show you our real life struggles!* ✨CANT FOCUS IN SCHOOL? TRY THIS! ✨ Trying to study when your brain won’t focus? Same. In this episode, we talk about what it’s really like living with ADHD, ADD, or dyslexia — the distractions, the chaos, and just trying to survive school. Being Neurodivergent sometimes hit our mental health hard, so we’re sh...

My Mental Illness Doesn’t Define Me ✨ this episode dives into teen anxiety, depression, panic attacks, mental health for teens, and real talk about separating who you are from what you struggle with.  If you’ve ever felt like your mental illness defines you, this episode will hit home. Ash and Kens open up about teen anxiety real talk, depression, panic attacks, and that overwhelming feeling of b...

In this powerful episode of the Let’s Talk About It Podcast, Ash gets brutally honest about her personal experience with eating disorders- including anxiety around food, toxic comments, and the mental spiral that followed. Kens opens up the conversation on body dysmorphia, diet culture, and the constant pressure to look “perfect”. If you’ve ever felt anxious around food, struggled with body image,...

We overshared. You’re welcome. First panic attacks. First therapy sessions. First time admitting we’re not okay. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain—on mental health, messy moments, and what it’s really like trying to survive teen life. Kens is a teen actress balancing Hollywood and anxiety. Ash is battling High School ditching toxic friendships, and crash outs. If you’ve ever thought,...

Heading back to school? Whether it’s your first day on a new campus, the start of senior year, or you’re dealing with freshman jitters- you are not alone. We, ASH and KENS, have been there, and we’re opening up about what actually works. From making new friends and adjusting to campus life to overcoming school anxiety and finding your confidence, we’re sharing the real back to school tips we wish...

Do you actually need therapy? Or scared to start? Or maybe you’ve tried and it didn’t work? If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions- or felt scared, confused, or even annoyed at the idea of therapy, you’re not alone. In this episode of Let’s Talk About It, Ash and Kens share what it’s actually like to start therapy as a teen. From ghosting therapists, to finding one who finally understands,...

In this episode of Let's Talk About It, we-Ash and Kens-open up about our experiences living with Generalized Anxiety Disorder. We share personal stories from our own anxiety journeys—what's helped, what hasn't. We discuss medication, everyday coping strategies, and the importance of seeking help. We also emphasize the importance of not self-diagnosing and always consulting professionals. This epi...

In the first episode of 'Let's Talk About It,' hosts Ash and Kens share their journey of creating a mental health podcast aimed at teens. They discuss their personal experiences with social anxiety as Kens attends her first high school party. Throughout the episode, they recount funny moments, the challenges Kens faced due to her social anxiety, and their strategies for handling uncomfortable situ...