The I'm FINE Podcast

19/02/2024

New episode out today!!

In this episode we talk about something that makes Project Headspace and Timing, and many other veteran organizations what they are and are trying to recreate: camaraderie.

It is our opinion that camaraderie is one of the biggest things missing in a veteran's life when they get home, and one of the things we are all looking for, veteran and civilian alike. We were surprised to see the scientific benefits we found associated with camaraderie, but we think this episode definitely has something for all of us.

We also discuss being granted the title of 172nd best Mental Health Podcast in Cambodia, and why Eric severely dislikes the term "battle buddy."

Check it out and let us know what you think!

And a huge THANK YOU to our partner for this episode, TRIO!

Learn more about TRIO at www.govst.edu/trioeoc

Hey there F.I.N.E. Family and welcome to another episode of the 172nd most listened to mental health podcast in Cambodia! On today's episode we talk about so...

19/02/2024

Men, just know that we see you ❤️💪🏻

18/02/2024

09/02/2024

ICYMI:

The I'm F.I.N.E. Podcast is now, officially, the 172nd best mental health podcast in Cambodia.

Like and subscribe.

07/02/2024

What is in YOUR mental health kit?

30/01/2024

Things you should openly feel comfortable saying to your therapist 👇

29/01/2024

Hey, Mental Health Warriors! 🌈 Join us for another insightful episode of Mental Health Mondays with Melanie! 🎙️ This week, Melanie delves deep into the complex terrain of grief. 🌪️

Melanie breaks down the five stages of grief—denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance—providing valuable insights to help you understand and navigate the emotional rollercoaster that comes with loss. 🌹

Discover practical tips on managing grief tailored for different age groups, including recommended books for both kids and adults. 📚 Whether you're looking for guidance or simply want to broaden your understanding, this episode is a must-watch!

👉 Tune in and let Melanie be your compassionate guide through the intricate journey of grief.

🎧 Listen: https://pod.link/1636748880

👀 Watch: https://youtu.be/ro1bDSitrQU

Feel free to share with anyone who might find solace and wisdom in Melanie's words. 💙 Take care of yourselves, and have a wonderful week ahead! 🌻

In this episode of Mental Health Mondays, host Melanie McCummiskey delves into the profound and complex topic of grief. As she opens the discussion, Melanie ...

23/01/2024

If you deal with ptsd please remember that you are NOT your symptoms ❤️

22/01/2024

🎥 New Mental Health Monday! 📺

Join us for this week's Mental Health Monday video with Melanie as she delves into the topic of parental vacation, also known as parentification. 🏠👧👦

In this insightful episode, Melanie discusses the responsibilities that are placed on children, which should actually be carried out by their caregivers. She shares examples like watching siblings, providing emotional support, and taking on adult responsibilities. 🤔💼

Discover the potential issues and consequences of parentification, including confusion and power struggles for the child. Melanie offers practical tips on preventing parentification, such as introducing age-appropriate chores, focusing on nurturing and parenting, and being aware of motivations behind assigning responsibilities to children. 🚫🔌

Tune in now to gain valuable insights into this crucial aspect of mental health and parenting. 📺🧠

https://youtu.be/9PCmwkY65Zg

In this episode of Mental Health Mondays with Melanie McCummiskey, the topic of discussion is parental vacation, also known as parentification. Melanie explo...

19/01/2024

Ways to challenge shame

15/01/2024

📺 Mental Health Mondays with Melanie are back! 🎬

This week, Melanie dives into the challenges of parenting pre-teens and teens, shedding light on their developing brains and the impact of social media.

Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/M43Al11Sazg

Listen on your favorite podcast platform: https://pod.link/1636748880

Mental Health Mondays with Melanie are back on The I'm F.I.N.E. Podcast!On this episode, Melanie dives into parenting preteens and teens. When parenting pret...

11/01/2024

Remember, you are *not* an anxious person, you are a person who feels anxiety ❤️

11/01/2024

Setting boundaries is so important

09/01/2024

New ep out today! If you are lacking in the motivation dept a bit, this ep may be the one for you. Brad and Eric sit down with our friend, co owner of Wild Harts Farm and Beacon Training Group, and US Marine Craig Zelhart to talk about what it means to start over, and get an excellent background on him and what Wild Harts Farm means to him.

Check out and support Craig at:

https://www.wildhartsfarm.org/

https://beacontraininggroup.com/

Happy 2024 FINE Family and welcome to our first episode of the year where we talk about something that instills fear in many this time of the year and beyond...

06/01/2024

A small step is still a step
Somedays all we will have is that small step and that’s OK 

05/01/2024

You are in your transition season ❤️

28/12/2023

Relationships. Boy are they hard. Familial, friendships, coworkers, romantic relationships. They are all hard.

Today we are going to focus on romantic relationships and boundaries.

If you and/or your partner step outside of your relationship….you need to prepare for MAJOR therapy to work through this. Couples AND individual therapy, yes you’ll need both.

Now. Let’s talk consequences of actions. It is okay to set boundaries with a partner who cheated. But they should be realistic. That can look like

“Can you let me know where you are if you are outside of your regular schedule” ✅

“Can you please communicate more with me at the end of each day” ✅

“Can you work on personal physical boundaries with others during this time” (this should be short term) ✅

“Can we work on identifying what needs or what feelings we are having regularly, let’s not wait until one of us feels like we may break” ✅

It does NOT look like

“You cannot have any friends outside of your gender” ❌

“I need your phone password, access to your phone and it needs to always be face up” ❌

“I don’t want you going to any events where other genders are present” ❌

“You need to be present at all times to meet my physical and emotional needs, and if you say no, it’s on like Donkey Kong” ❌

At the end of the day, sometimes people make mistakes. But they need not be punished forever. Nor is it healthy for the other party to drown in jealously or negative emotions.

Learn to handle your emotions and try not to take them out any undeserving victims in the process. They are just existing. ❤️

28/12/2023

This always has, and always will be, my favorite post.

Accountability is TOUGH. You have to deal with complex emotions. But you’ll grow. You’ll grow every single time. ❤️💪🏻

19/12/2023

If this is your first holiday without someone you love, we’re holding extra space for you this season ❤️

18/12/2023

No new ep today friends but have no fear for we have fairly good reason!!

Apparently when you try to schedule a podcast with a legendary mythical being during his most busiest time of year it can be...challenging...

Stay tuned for a special Christmas episode to be announced later this week to hopefully get you into the spirit if you could use that last little nudge from our very special guest.

🎅🎄🎁

18/12/2023

Making it through this year is a big achievement ❤️❤️

13/12/2023

One of the hardest truths to accept

The things that happened to you that were negative and brought out negative in you, are not your fault.

If you were raised by a nasty person and you become a nasty person that is not your FAULT.

But it is your RESPONSIBILITY to change.
Because it isn’t anyone else’s fault either, so they don’t deserve the ramifications of what happened to you.

It’s a hard pill to swallow.

Standing in a puddle crying about being in a puddle is easier than climbing over the thorny bridge to get out of that puddle.

But we are responsible for getting out of the puddle.

Take the accountability, and make the change. It’ll be hard. But it’ll be so so worth it. ❤️

08/12/2023

Today I’m going with “trying not to think about it.”

Where is YOUR brain today?

06/12/2023

Ruminating thoughts are the worst. Who agrees? 😮‍💨