Ep 156: Always and Forever with Janel Parrish

Medication

Kate Spencer shares her recent decision to start Wellbutrin, joining a community she affectionately calls "wellybees." She discusses her journey with depression and the support she received from her psychiatrist and therapist in exploring medication options 1. Kate emphasizes the importance of mental health as self-care, acknowledging the challenges many face in seeking help.

Mental health is self-care, and it's a real. It's a freaking pain in the butt. And I know we're all struggling.

--- Kate Spencer

Her candidness about mental health struggles resonates with listeners, fostering a sense of community and shared experience 1.

   

Intentions

Doree Shafrir and Kate discuss their personal intentions and the importance of self-reflection in improving mental well-being. Doree shares her goal of meeting a significant work deadline, while Kate reflects on her intention to cultivate patience, particularly with her children 2. She also audits her Instagram usage, revealing a staggering 18 hours spent on the platform in a week, prompting a need for change.

My daily average on Instagram is 3 hours. Last week, my screen time on Instagram was 18 hours and 22 minutes.

--- Kate Spencer

Kate's openness about her struggles with social media addiction highlights the broader issue of digital consumption and its impact on mental health 2.