Jun 15
Hypomania: The Mood State Few People Fear—But Should
For many, a surge of energy, creativity, and expansive mood can feel like an absolute gift. For those living with bipolar disorder, a hypomanic episode feels less like a symptom and more like winning the mental health lottery. But beneath this romanticized exterior lies a sneaky ... Show More
35m 54s
Jun 1
Navigating the ‘Fear of Fear’ Cycle of Panic Attacks with Bipolar
What if the anxiety you're facing isn’t bipolar disorder alone — but the fear of what might happen next? With humor, honesty, and practical insight, Gabe Howard, who lives with bipolar disorder, shares devastatingly real stories — including the panic attack that caused him to qui ... Show More
46m 47s
May 18
Is it Anxiety, Bipolar, or Both? (And How to Tell the Difference)
It is a common misconception that anxiety is just part of the package when you live with bipolar disorder. While anxiety can certainly be a symptom of a mood episode, for many people, it is its own distinct, comorbid diagnosis. In this episode, Gabe Howard (who lives with bipolar ... Show More
47m 59s
May 2025
Bipolar Disorder Shame Breeds in Darkness | Shaley Hoogendoorn (this is bipolar) | EP 44 🌄
Mental health advocate Shaley Hoogendoorn shares a powerful journey of bipolar disorder, and the years spent hiding in plain sight with unexplained symptoms of mania, depression and psychosis. After a public breakdown in front of 700 people, Shaley disappeared in shame - that mom ... Show More
1h 2m
Jun 2025
When Is Picky Eating a Disorder? Understanding ARFID (Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder)
Is your child a picky eater, or is it something more serious — and how can you tell? Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) goes far beyond food preferences. It’s driven by deep-seated fears of choking, vomiting, or other anxieties that can lead to dangerous nutritiona ... Show More
21m 30s
Dec 2025
She Overcame Bulimia And Binge Eating Over 12 Weeks After Struggling For 8 Years. Leyla Shares Her Incredible Story | Ep 304
After struggling with bulimia and binge eating for 8 years, Leyla reached a turning point. Through her time in the Food Freedom program, she not only began healing her relationship with food but also discovered that undiagnosed ADHD had been influencing her struggles all along. I ... Show More
46m 44s
Mar 2025
Your Thoughts Are Lying to You: How to Take Back Control
In this episode, our host interviews Dr. David Burns about his methods for overcoming negative thoughts and promoting joy using CBT techniques. Dr. Burns discusses various techniques and introduces his new digital tool, the Feeling Great app, which tracks personal feelings to fac ... Show More
25m 59s
Nov 2025
#504: Adult Eating Disorders in the GLP-1 Era
Explore how GLP-1 meds can help or harm eating disorders with Dr. Laura BridgeWhen weight-loss meds meet eating disorders: GLP-1 drugs are reshaping medicine, but could they also be fueling disordered eating? Join Dr. Laura Bridge as we unpack the risks, red flags, and how to kee ... Show More
1h 2m
What happens when binge eating disorder and bipolar disorder collide? Research shows they co-occur in as many as one in four cases — and yet, many people living with both conditions feel completely alone. In this episode, host Gabe Howard shares his personal journey of living with bipolar disorder and binge eating disorder, including how food was his form of ... Show More
