14 MAR 2023 · This week we talk about toxic family systems. Perhaps you know that your childhood was not great, but haven't investigated specifically why your home life didn't work for you. We discuss multiple family dynamics that are toxic and how they impact childrens' lives (even into adulthood). Learning to view your parents objectively and separate from your lived experience is important in the healing process and this could be your first step. Check it out! Resources linked below! Want to help us grow? Please share, rate, review and follow us so you never miss an episode! Disclaimer! We are not medical professionals! This podcast is intended for entertainment and enlightenment only. If you or someone you know is struggling, please see the resources linked below. Patrick Teahan LICSW - Youtube Video Link: https://youtu.be/upAdaOmiRX8 For help locating a therapist near you: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us Suicide Hotline: http://988lifeline.org/ Or dial 988 (within the United States

1 MAR 2023 · We have been juggling a lot lately and wanted to do a bit of a reset before pursuing more deep mental health topics. Listen to our first in a series of "checking in" episodes where you hear about what has been going on in our lives including a strong sisterly inclination toward death, career opportunities/upcoming changes and what we have planned for the new episodes. As always, we are open to your topic ideas and any topics you want to hear about. Reach out via our contact information below. Enjoy! Want to help us grow? Please share, rate, review and follow us so you never miss an episode! Email: bbpodcastpdx@gmail.com Instagram: @breakthrough.bitches.podcast Twitter: @bbpodcastpdx Disclaimer! We are not medical professionals! This podcast is intended for entertainment and enlightenment only. If you or someone you know is struggling, please see the resources linked below For help locating a therapist near you: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us Suicide Hotline: http://988lifeline.org/ Or dial 988 (within the United States)

21 FEB 2023 · This week we discuss radical acceptance and how it can be used to prevent suffering. With origins in Buddhism and the Mental Health fields, acceptance can help you to acknowledge the facts, remain present and separate your ego from the "bad" things that happen. Let us teach you how to implement radical acceptance to make this complicated world a little bit less frustrating. Resources linked below! Want to help us grow? Please share, rate, review and follow us so you never miss an episode! Instagram: breakthrough.bitches.podcast Twitter: @BBPodcastpdx Email: bbpodcastpdx@gmail.com Disclaimer! We are not medical professionals! This podcast is intended for entertainment and enlightenment only. If you or someone you know is struggling, please see the resources linked below. Radical Acceptance - Very Well Mind https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-radical-acceptance-5120614 What Radical Acceptance Is and Isn't - Psych Central https://psychcentral.com/blog/what-it-really-means-to-practice-radical-acceptance For help locating a therapist near you: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us Suicide Hotline: http://988lifeline.org/ Or dial 988 (within the United States)

14 FEB 2023 · This week we talk about Imposter Syndrome. Though not technically a diagnosable mental health issue, it can impact your confidence, ambition in life and keep you stuck in toxic cycles. Don't let your strive for perfection take away from how hard you are working and smaller achievements that are worth celebrating! We will talk about how to get unstuck from the negative thoughts that make us feel "not good enough" and prevent us from achieving our dreams. You are worthy because you exist and you can do this! Resources linked below! Want to help us grow? Please share, rate, review and follow us so you never miss an episode! Disclaimer! We are not medical professionals! This podcast is intended for entertainment and enlightenment only. If you or someone you know is struggling, please see the resources linked below. Psychology Today: Imposter Syndrome https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/imposter-syndrome The Cleveland Clinic: What's Imposter Syndrome and How to Overcome It https://health.clevelandclinic.org/a-psychologist-explains-how-to-deal-with-imposter-syndrome/ For help locating a therapist near you: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us Suicide Hotline: http://988lifeline.org/ Or dial 988 (within the United States

7 FEB 2023 · 2023 word of the year and an incredibly damaging emotional abuse tactic, Gaslighting has been top of mind for many people lately. We will talk about our own experiences with it, as well as the many different methods of gaslighting and how it can psychologically damage the recipient. We will also give you tools for dealing with a "gaslighter" and hopefully make it feel a little less terrible. As always, seek professional help if you are feeling trapped and unsafe (see the Domestic Abuse Hotline below). Resources linked below! Want to help us grow? Please share, rate, review and follow us so you never miss an episode! Disclaimer! We are not medical professionals! This podcast is intended for entertainment and enlightenment only. If you or someone you know is struggling, please see the resources linked below. Gaslighting Basics - Psychology Today https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/gaslighting Gaslighting - "What is it and how to respond" - Medical News Today https://newviewpsychology.com.au/strategies-to-reduce-dissociation/ National Domestic Abuse Hotline (USA) Hours: 24/7. Languages: English, Spanish and 200+ through interpretation service 800-799-7233 Website: https://www.thehotline.org/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=domestic_violence For help locating a therapist near you: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us Suicide Hotline: http://988lifeline.org/ Or dial 988 (within the United States

31 JAN 2023 · In this episode we discuss dissociation and the struggles that can come with it. Do you have a hard time staying present in your life, or having issues identifying reality? Do you feel like you are living in a simulation, or that you are watching your life from outside of your body? This may be a coping mechanism that your brain is using to protect you! We will explain what is going on and give you tips on how to manage it. See the resources linked below! Want to help us grow? Please share, rate, review and follow us so you never miss an episode! Disclaimer! We are not medical professionals! This podcast is intended for entertainment and enlightenment only. If you or someone you know is struggling, please see the resources linked below. Dissociative Disorders - Diagnostic & Treatment - Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/dissociative-disorders/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20355221 Strategies to Reduce Dissociation - New View Psychology https://newviewpsychology.com.au/strategies-to-reduce-dissociation/ For help locating a therapist near you: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us Suicide Hotline: http://988lifeline.org/ Or dial 988 (within the United States

17 JAN 2023 · Come learn about attachment styles and how they may be the reason you are struggling to find love, maintain relationships or just have a hard time communicating through conflict. We will discuss how our different attachment styles have impacted our relationships, including our friendship and how we have grown to accept them and work with them to build stronger connections to others. Want to learn more and find out your own attachment style? See the resources linked below! Want to help us grow? Please share, rate, review and follow us so you never miss an episode! Disclaimer! We are not medical professionals! This podcast is intended for entertainment and enlightenment only. If you or someone you know is struggling, please see the resources linked in the show notes. What is Attachment Theory?What Is Attachment Theory? The Importance of Early Emotional Bonds By Saul McLeod, PhD https://www.simplypsychology.org/attachment.html Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help YouFind - and Keep - Love Amir Levine, M.D. & Rachel S.F. Heller, M.A. https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B0049H9AVU&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_N5Y9E88HPYC2NF8JT8V4 For help locating a therapist near you: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us Suicide Hotline: http://988lifeline.org Or dial 988 (within the United States)

10 JAN 2023 · This is part two of a series on dating and its impact on your mental health. Come listen to Devan share some scary truths about dating in the app era, where you never truly know who will show up to dinner. She also shares some good tips on keeping yourself safe, and how to GTFO when your safety is in question. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses themes of violence towards women and racism. Order an "Angel Shot" to tell bartenders that you need help getting away from an unsafe situation. Read this article for more information: https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/news/new-drink-order-aimed-at-saving-women-in-danger-at-bars/ Want to help us grow? Please share, rate, review and follow us so you never miss an episode! Disclaimer! We are not medical professionals! This podcast is intended for entertainment and enlightenment only. If you or someone you know is struggling, please see the resources linked in the show notes. For help locating a therapist near you: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us Suicide Hotline: http://988lifeline.org Or dial 988 (within the United States)

3 JAN 2023 · This is part one of a two part series on dating and its impact on your mental health. Dating can be triggering, overwhelming and leave you feeling lonely and desperate. But does it have to? We will talk about how our past relationships impact future dating, what priorities to bring into dating and how to take breaks and lean on friends to prevent clouding your mind with desperation. Want to help us grow? Please share, rate, review and follow us so you never miss an episode! Disclaimer! We are not medical professionals! This podcast is intended for entertainment and enlightenment only. If you or someone you know is struggling, please see the resources linked in the show notes. For help locating a therapist near you: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us Suicide Hotline: http://988lifeline.org Or dial 988 (within the United States)

13 DEC 2022 · The holidays can be complicated and overwhelming! Even more complicated when you factor in stressful or toxic family dynamics, sensory overwhelm, navigating alcohol, emotional triggers and feeling lonely when separated from your loved ones. Listen to this episode to make you feel less alone, and get some ideas of how to spread your love and donate time and money to support the greater good this season! Want to help us grow? Please share, rate, review and follow us so you never miss an episode! Monetary Donation: Adopt-a-Family https://christmasfamilyadoption.com/ Toys for Tots https://www.toysfortots.org/ Salvation Army https://give.salvationarmyusa.org/give/164006/#!/donation/checkoutThe Volunteering Opportunities (Portland): Different Holiday volunteer options https://www.handsonportland.org/holiday_volunteering Making sack lunches, kits and/or donate money to help the houseless in Portland https://blanchethouse.org/get-involved/ Donations of Goods (Portland local): Donation locations and list of needed items for local homeless shelters in Portland, OR. https://www.portlandoregon.gov/fish/article/375712 If certain closed-minded relatives frustrate you due to political differences, or you want to be petty... consider making a donation to the ACLU or Planned Parenthood in their name (links below)! https://www.aclu.org/give/ways-to-give/ https://www.plannedparenthood.org/get-involved/other-ways-give Disclaimer! We are not medical professionals! This podcast is intended for entertainment and enlightenment only. If you or someone you know is struggling, please see the resources linked in the show notes. For help locating a therapist near you: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us Suicide Hotline: http://988lifeline.org Or dial 988 (within the United States)