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sadie sutton

gen z talks about mental health more than any generation before—but most of what we hear online is incomplete, unproven, or impractical. she persisted bridges that gap. hosted by sadie sutton, a 23-year-old upenn psychology grad who’s lived the struggle and now studies the science, each episode turns proven psychology and personal insight into clear, relatable steps—making mental health make sense. subscribe for weekly episodes!

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  • August 22 · 28 min

    261. what if part of you doesn’t want to get better? (feat. dr. blaise aguirre)

    why are some people afraid to ask for help, even when their mental health is getting WORSE?! today’s guest is dr. blaise aguirre—an assistant professor in psychiatry at harvard medical school in the department of psychiatry. he is a child and adolescent psychiatrist and the founding medical director of the 3east dialectical behavior therapy continuum of care at harvard affiliated mclean hospital. in this episode, i’m reuniting with dr. aguirre to discuss how my treatment at 3east saved my life– and why this program worked for me when nothing else did. dr. aguirre also draws his clinical expertise to unpack all things teen mental health, breaking down topics including self-hatred, agency, family dynamics, & more! whether you’re struggling with your mental health or love someone who is, this episode is your guide to what makes treatment actually work. we talk about: 03:27 what makes teenagers more likely to accept help for their depression 08:57 finding agency as a teen in inpatient treatment 12:52 why mental health challenges aren’t an intelligence issue 17:13 the role of self-hatred in depression 20:38 how depression can impact our relationships 23:40 what really motivates us to change our worst habits mentioned: • dr. aguirre’s previous episode • dr. aguirre’s instagram • dr. aguirre’s books • mclean 3east ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! 🍿 watch on spotify & youtube 💌 ask me a question or leave feedback on the podcast! @shepersistedpodcast shepersistedpodcast.com hello@shepersistedpodcast.com © 2026 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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  • August 7 · 31 min

    260. you don’t have to be in crisis to need help (feat. hailey hardcastle)

    if you want to learn more about how our generation can create lasting change in mental health, this episode is for you! today’s guest is hailey hardcastle—a gen z mental health advocate who helped pass landmark legislation in oregon allowing students to take mental health days off from school. she was honored by teen vogue as one of the "21 under 21: young women changing the world," and her ted talk on student mental health has been viewed more than 4 million times. fun fact: this episode was recorded live at the active minds 2026 mental health conference—the nation’s leading mental health conference for young adults! during this conversation, we discuss our personal mental health journeys, how hailey’s advocacy helped turn an idea into a state law, the most effective ways to advocate for gen z mental health, and so much more– including answering audience questions! we talk about: 1:52 why hailey became a mental health advocate at a young age 4:50 how she helped passed a bill allowing student mental health days 7:34 effective ways to open up to your parents about your mental health 12:44 what stops people from asking for help with their mental health 19:04 maintaining our mental health as adults vs. as teens 21:50 the future of mental health policy + advocacy 23:54 advice for people wanting to become mental health advocates 25:22 finding local mental health advocacy opportunities 27:10 what motivates us to speak up about mental health 29:06 tips on pushing forward mental health legislation mentioned: • hailey hardcastle • hailey’s ted talk • active minds • mental health conference • house bill 2191 (student mental health days) ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! 🍿 watch on spotify & youtube 💌 ask me a question or leave feedback on the podcast! @shepersistedpodcast shepersistedpodcast.com hello@shepersistedpodcast.com © 2026 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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  • July 23 · 36 min

    259. why you feel LOST after graduation (what actually helps!)

    i’ve recently made a big career change and learned a LOT about my mental health along the way… so let’s talk about it! in this solo episode, i’m explaining what sparked this transition in my life & how i’m planning on optimizing this period of change to improve my routines, habits, and overall mental health. so, if you’re also going through a major life shift in your 20s– or are wanting to figure out whether you should take the plunge into a new chapter of life– here’s how to do so while optimizing your mental health! i talk about: 1:52 the career shift i’m making & why! 12:56 my advice for college students & post-grads facing career uncertainty 14:47 why new beginnings are the perfect time to work on your mental health 15:57 mental health areas i’m prioritizing in this new season of life 22:42 staying motivated as a post-grad (vs. as a college student) 26:04 a mindset shift for improving your mental health habits 29:25 defining what makes my life worth living 31:22 journal prompts for goal-setting, career planning, & more! mentioned: • succeeding as a psych major (pt. 1) • succeeding as a psych major (pt. 2) • dr. angela duckworth’s episode • mental health book club episode • how to change 🍿 watch on spotify & youtube 💌 ask me a question or leave feedback on the podcast! ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! @shepersistedpodcast shepersistedpodcast.com hello@shepersistedpodcast.com © 2026 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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  • July 16 · 22 min

    258. why you never feel good enough (even when you're doing everything right) dr. marisa g franco

    how can someone have high self-esteem but low self-worth??! today’s guest is dr. marisa g. franco— a psychologist, author, professor, and friendship expert. she writes about how to build relationships with yourself and others for psychology today and has been a featured connection expert for major publications like the new york times, the telegraph, and vice. in this episode, we continue last week’s conversation on self-worth and relationships. this time, we’re focused on the internal factors behind self-worth, such as your emotions, identity, and more! we talk about: 2:11 why it can be easier to validate someone else's feelings instead of our own 3:28 the two different types of self-esteem (& which one leads to better relationships) 5:04 how to process your emotions to improve your self-worth 7:10 why gaining self-worth can change your life for the better 8:26 ways we reinforce our insecurities without even realizing 12:58 pushing back against our own (& other people's!) insecurities 16:08 misconceptions about self-worth 17:06 if gen z struggles with self-worth more than other generations mentioned: • dr. franco’s previous episode • dr. franco’s instagram • dr. franco’s website • pre-order worth ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! 🍿 watch on spotify & youtube 💌 ask me a question or leave feedback on the podcast! @shepersistedpodcast shepersistedpodcast.com hello@shepersistedpodcast.com © 2026 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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  • July 4 · 26 min

    257. why you can be loved and still feel unlovable (feat. dr. marisa franco)

    why do some people struggle to accept love?? today’s guest is dr. marisa g. franco— a psychologist, author, professor, and friendship expert. she writes about how to build relationships with yourself and others for psychology today and has been a featured connection expert for major publications like the new york times, the telegraph, and vice. in this episode, we talk about how our self-worth impacts our ability to love ourselves– and receive love from others. we talk about: 01:38 how self-worth and relationships are tied together 05:16 how you can be loved but not feel loved 06:16 how memories become the database of your self-worth 08:50 external vs. internal validation 10:10 how to rewrite the memories that shaped you 14:20 supporting someone who can't accept your love 15:38 low self-worth and feeling misunderstood 18:46 how i found 1% of hope in recovery 20:50 what we get wrong about attachment styles 26:02 the one thing to take away from this episode mentioned: • dr. franco’s previous episode • dr. franco’s instagram • dr. franco’s website • pre-order worth ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! 🍿 watch on spotify & youtube 💌 ask me a question or leave feedback on the podcast! @shepersistedpodcast shepersistedpodcast.com hello@shepersistedpodcast.com © 2026 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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  • May 4 · 20 min

    256. 10 years of therapy in 20 minutes (what i wish i learned sooner!)

    wanna know what over a decade of therapy, a psychology degree, and my own podcast have taught me about mental health?! in this solo episode, i’m breaking down the key takeaways that i’ve learned throughout my mental health journey. in honor of it being mental health awareness month, i’m condensing everything i’ve learned from receiving intensive mental health care and years of dbt therapy as a suicidally depressed teenager– combined with my psychology education at upenn and my experience creating this very podcast– to make your 12-step guide to maintaining your mental health. by the end of this episode, you’ll know all the mental health tips + tricks i wish i’d known when i was struggling! i talk about: • why avoidance is impacting your mental health • how to start getting better at recognizing your emotions • my mantra for dealing with conflict more effectively • relationship changes + how to navigate them • the power of secondary emotions • effective ways to reach your goals + stabilize your mental health • a mental health quote that changed my life • an underrated aspect of managing your mental health • whether we can use our mental health to predict our futures • the mindset that was stopping me from building a life worth living • how distraction can actually save lives • what i learned in therapy that changed my self-esteem forever mentioned: • atomic habits • dr. blaise aguirre episode ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! 🍿 watch on ⁠spotify⁠ & ⁠youtube⁠ 💌 ⁠ask me a question⁠ or leave feedback on the podcast! ⁠@shepersistedpodcast⁠ ⁠shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ ⁠hello@shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ © 2026 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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  • April 17 · 23 min

    255. why it’s so hard to ask for help (and how to start!)

    if your mental health is getting worse, but asking for help feels like too much, this episode is for YOU. in this solo episode, i explain why so many of us can be reluctant to open up about our mental health before breaking down the techniques you can try to be more vulnerable. by the end of this episode, you’ll learn how to lower your anxiety around asking for help– because vulnerability is the key to recovery! i talk about: • why i didn’t ask for help when my mental health started struggling • how our environment + upbringing shape our mental health • the impact of depression on our self worth + anxiety • using exposure therapy to try actually being vulnerable • a communication technique that helped me open up to my parents • easier ways you can practice being vulnerable on a regular basis • choosing the right people to share with + setting clear expectations mentioned: • ep.254 (why they’re not getting help) ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! 🍿 watch on ⁠spotify⁠ & ⁠youtube⁠ 💌 ⁠ask me a question⁠ or leave feedback on the podcast! ⁠@shepersistedpodcast⁠ ⁠shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ ⁠hello@shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ © 2026 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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  • April 4 · 19 min

    254. how to help someone who doesn’t want help (without making it worse)

    how do you help someone who’s struggling with depression?? in this solo episode, i answer a mom's question on how she can best support her son with his depression. i explain how my mental health journey taught me what the best– and worst!– ways are to be there for someone who’s depressed– and three conversation ideas you can try out. whether you’re a parent, sibling, or friend, this advice can apply to anyone who wants to be a support system for their loved one. i talk about: • what to do if someone you care about is feeling hopeless • why encouragement can be invalidating when you’re depressed • do’s + don’ts for supporting someone who’s depressed • using dbt diary cards to validate • the best ways to offer advice to someone with depression • how depression + anger are linked • three ways to make someone feel less alone mentioned: • ep.209 maddy ellberger • ep.156 diary cards • ep.248 diary cards • ep.215 caroline fleck • validation by caroline fleck • mclean 3east ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! 🍿 watch on ⁠spotify⁠ & ⁠youtube⁠ 💌 ⁠ask me a question⁠ or leave feedback on the podcast! ⁠@shepersistedpodcast⁠ ⁠shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ ⁠hello@shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ © 2025 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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  • March 19 · 24 min

    253. why therapy didn’t work… until this

    when i think about a major turning point in my mental health journey, this one conversation is truly what kickstarted my recovery. in this solo episode, i break down the moment in intensive mental health treatment that changed my outlook on mental health recovery, what led me to being hospitalized for my mental health in the first place, & how i began to recover from severe depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation. if you are on the fence about whether to ask for help with your mental health (or have a loved one in that exact spot), this episode details when i was in the exact same spot: i explain how i went from not believing i could get better to feeling hopeful that i could recover & build a life worth living. i talk about: • why i needed intensive mental health treatment • the question my doctor asked me that changed my life • how i almost got turned away from my mental health treatment • dbt wise mind & how that impacted my journey • my biggest fears going into a residential mental health facility • being vulnerable when you’re getting mental health care • the mindset i had going into getting residential mental health care mentioned: • dr. blaise aguirre ep. • mclean 3east ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! 🍿 watch on ⁠spotify⁠ & ⁠youtube⁠ 💌 ⁠ask me a question⁠ or leave feedback on the podcast! ⁠@shepersistedpodcast⁠ ⁠shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ ⁠hello@shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ © 2025 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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  • March 2 · 13 min

    252. stop overthinking—ask yourself this!

    are you a chronic emotional over-invester?! in this solo episode, i explain how a simple mental health mantra transformed my mentality around emotional boundaries and even lowered my anxiety! by the end of this episode, you’ll know how to stop the emotional over-involvement and start prioritizing your mental health. i talk about: • the mental health mantra that’s changed my life • why stress can actually be good for you?! • 3 questions to ask yourself if you’re emotionally over-investing • if you’re problem-solving or just being anxious? • influencing vs. controlling as anxiety responses • times you might be over-involving yourself emotionally • how to lower your anxiety + set emotional boundaries in your relationships ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! 🍿 watch on ⁠spotify⁠ & ⁠youtube⁠ 💌 ⁠ask me a question⁠ or leave feedback on the podcast! ⁠@shepersistedpodcast⁠ ⁠shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ ⁠hello@shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ © 2026 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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  • February 25 · 14 min

    251. why college feels different for gen z (feat. dr. scott barry kaufman)

    why is the college experience SO different for our generation??! today’s guest is dr. scott barry kaufman— a psychologist, coach, professor, keynote speaker, and best-selling author who is passionate about helping all kinds of minds live a creative, fulfilling, and self-actualized life. he is a professor of psychology at columbia university and host of the psychology podcast, which has received over 30 million downloads worldwide. in this episode, we break down why gen z students are having such a unique college experience– and what that means for our mental health. we talk about: • if college students are struggling more with their mental health than ever • college students ten years ago versus today • pros + cons of ai use in college • what good leadership looks like to our generation • whether standardized tests really matter • paths outside of a traditional four-year college mentioned: • dr. kaufman’s instagram • dr. kaufman’s website • dr. kaufman’s newest book • the psychology podcast • center for human potential ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! 🍿 watch on spotify & youtube 💌 ask me a question or leave feedback on the podcast! @shepersistedpodcast shepersistedpodcast.com hello@shepersistedpodcast.com © 2026 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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  • February 16 · 17 min

    250. why high achievers still struggle with mental health

    #250 🍿 watch on ⁠spotify⁠ & ⁠youtube⁠ 💌 ⁠ask me a question⁠ or leave feedback on the podcast! are you tired of constantly choosing between your mental health versus everything else on your plate?! in this solo episode, i answer a listener’s question that a LOT of college students and postgrads struggle with: how do you prioritize success while still taking care of your mental health? by sharing some of my favorite mental health tips and routines, this episode can serve as your template for how to optimize your mental health without sacrificing your goals. i talk about: • the mental health misconception so many of us have • one of the biggest lessons i’ve learned in my mental health journey • why so many people struggle with mental health in college + as a postgrad • a mental health mantra that i live by • daily routines that i swear by to maintain my mental health • how to take a mental health audit of your life • figuring out if you’re about to have a mental health crisis • ways to keep your mental health consistent (even if your life isn’t!) mentioned: • prioritizing your relationships • finding your dream career ☕ giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! ⁠@shepersistedpodcast⁠ ⁠shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ ⁠hello@shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ © 2026 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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  • February 11 · 12 min

    249. what to do during a panic attack (when nothing else works!!)

    #249 🍿 watch on ⁠spotify⁠ & ⁠youtube⁠ 💌 ⁠ask me a question⁠ or leave feedback on the podcast! if you struggle with panic attacks and haven’t found a way to stop them, this episode will change that completely! in this solo episode, i share my psychology-backed hack to end 100% of your panic attacks. by the end of this episode, you’ll have a mental health skill in your toolbox designed for curbing every panic attack– no matter how much anxiety you’re facing. i talk about: • a dbt skill that stops all panic attacks • why this skill works better than other panic attack hacks • what’s really happening in our bodies during a panic attack • the science behind stopping a panic attack • how to use this panic attack skill wherever you go • other scenarios you can try out this skill in (including helping a loved one!) mentioned: • dbt tipp skill ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! ⁠@shepersistedpodcast⁠ ⁠shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ ⁠hello@shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ © 2026 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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  • February 3 · 15 min

    248. why “look on the bright side” doesn’t work (do THIS instead!)

    #248 🍿 watch on ⁠spotify⁠ & ⁠youtube⁠ 💌 ⁠ask me a question⁠ or leave feedback on the podcast! if you struggle with depression, you might be facing a brain bias that’s stopping you from healing. this solo episode explains how your brain is holding you back and why daily diaries can move your mental health forward. by the end of this episode, you’ll know the three easy aspects of your mental health you can keep track of to change your life! i talk about: • why i started tracking my mental health when i was depressed • how mental health tracking can lower your shame • the power of tracking your most positive moments • a psychology study that changed how i viewed my mental health • what’s stopping your therapy from translating your into life • the three things you should be tracking every day ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! ⁠@shepersistedpodcast⁠ ⁠shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ ⁠hello@shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ © 2026 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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  • January 20 · 16 min

    247. do i need therapy, or is this just life?

    #247 🍿 watch on ⁠spotify⁠ & ⁠youtube⁠ 💌 ⁠ask me a question⁠ or leave feedback on the podcast! if you’ve ever wondered if you need therapy, or are just “being dramatic”, this episode is for YOU! in this solo episode, i’m unpacking the two key signs that you should get help for your mental health. by the end of this episode, you’ll know how to spot the red flags that your mental health could use some professional care, and why acting sooner rather than later can change your life. i talk about: • what i’ve learned from researching people with depression • two ways to figure out if you need help for your mental health • if your emotions are “normal” or leading you to burnout • deciding what you can handle on your own with your mental health • the most obvious sign your mental health is struggling • how my journey with suicidal depression changed my opinion on asking for help • my advice for if you’re currently struggling in silence • three questions to ask yourself if you’re wondering whether to get help free mental health resources: • crisis text line • 988 lifeline ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! ⁠@shepersistedpodcast⁠ ⁠shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ ⁠hello@shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ © 2026 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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  • January 15 · 16 min

    246. why external validation keeps you stuck! (feat. dr. scott barry kaufman)

    #246 🍿 watch on spotify & youtube 💌 ask me a question or leave feedback on the podcast! ‘self-actualization’ isn’t just a tiktok buzzword– it’s how you can unlock your true potential using psychology. today’s guest is dr. scott barry kaufman— a psychologist, coach, professor, keynote speaker, and best-selling author who is passionate about helping all kinds of minds live a creative, fulfilling, and self-actualized life. he is a professor of psychology at columbia university and host of the psychology podcast, which has received over 30 million downloads worldwide. in this episode, we translate terms like self-actualization, agency, and mastery into actionable tools you can actually use. whether you’re a college student trying to raise your gpa or a postgrad working your way out of an existential crisis (real), this episode is your instruction manual for living your best life starting NOW! we talk about: • the self-growth metaphor you need to hear • why we delay our happiness + how to break this habit • self-actualization + what everyone gets wrong about it • if gen z has a victim mentality • the importance of gaining mastery • setting achievable goals that don’t cause burnout • comparison culture + how to step out of it • unlocking your potential as a student + learning to enjoy school • + so much more!! mentioned: • dr. kaufman’s instagram • dr. kaufman’s website • dr. kaufman’s newest book • the psychology podcast • center for human potential ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! @shepersistedpodcast shepersistedpodcast.com hello@shepersistedpodcast.com © 2026 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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  • January 8 · 15 min

    245. you’re not bad at friendships! (here’s what’s happening)

    #245 🍿 watch on ⁠spotify⁠ & ⁠youtube⁠ 💌 ⁠ask me a question⁠ or leave feedback on the podcast! if you’re struggling with finding new friends as a postgrad, this episode is for YOU. in this solo episode, i’m sharing my favorite ways to make friends, stay connected, and avoid feeling lonely after graduating college! from making time to be social despite your new 9-to-5 to keeping in touch with long-distance friends, this episode covers every friendship topic for your post-college era. i talk about: • the mindset shift i made to avoid feeling lonely as a postgrad • how college social dynamics are so different from postgrad ones • catering your professional life to your social needs • finding motivation to be social even when you’re super busy • what everyone needs to know about loneliness • common habits we often overlook that are making you lonely • why so many postgrads are more likely to feel lonely • my life hacks for preventing loneliness in the first place as a postgrad • creative ways to keep in touch with long distance friends + family • and so much more! mentioned: • last week's ep • grit lab recap • angela duckworth ep • marisa franco ep ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! ⁠@shepersistedpodcast⁠ ⁠shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ ⁠hello@shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ © 2025 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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  • January 6 · 15 min

    244. why forcing habits never works (and what actually helps)

    #244 🍿 watch on ⁠spotify⁠ & ⁠youtube⁠ 💌 ⁠ask me a question⁠ or leave feedback on the podcast! this year, we’re NOT setting any more new year’s resolutions we can’t follow through on. in this solo episode, i’m breaking down how you can achieve all your personal, career, and wellness goals in 2026– and no, we’re not just manifesting, we’re using science. tune into this episode to find out the consistent, invisible habits you can use for reaching all your goals this year (without sacrificing on any much-needed self-care). i talk about: • the best way to set yourself up for success when setting new goals/habits • game-changing habits i tried out in college + my post-grad job this year • a mentality shift you can try to improve your quality of sleep • examples of how you can follow through with healthy habits in the new year • why you should be making your relationships a priority in 2026 • life hacks for finding time for friendships even when you’re busiest • how my habits helped me pick my post-grad job?! • and SO much more! mentioned: • grit lab recap • angela duckworth ep • psych major ep pt. 1 • psych major ep pt. 2 • previous new year’s ep ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! ⁠@shepersistedpodcast⁠ ⁠shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ ⁠hello@shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ © 2025 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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  • Dec 21, 2025 · 47 min

    243. being lonely in your 20s is fixable (featuring dr. jeffrey hall)

    #243 🍿 watch on spotify & youtube 💌 ask me a question or leave feedback on the podcast! is it possible to be lonely even if you’re more social than ever?! today’s guest is dr. jeffrey hall— the department chair and professor of communication studies at the university of kansas, where he researches how to elevate positive online experiences through meaningful social interaction and relationships. his book relating through technology was featured in the wall street journal, the new york times, the washington post, and cnn. in this episode, we discuss why our generation can feel so lonely– especially after graduating college– and how we can actually start to improve our connections. by the end of this episode, you’ll know how to use psychology to be more connected than ever, even through the chaos of your 20s. we talk about: • if gen z really is the loneliest generation • why your 20s can feel so lonely (even if you have lots of friends!) • how social media makes us feel more (and less!) connected to our friends • maintaining long distance relationships + friendships in your 20s • social media algorithms + how they affect our relationships • using social media to make your relationships better • negative stereotypes about gen z in friendships + relationships • the truth behind the male loneliness epidemic • what to do if your friend never initiates plans • advice for post-grads looking to make more friends • + so much more! mentioned: • dr. hall’s previous episode • dr. hall’s instagram • gen z loneliness study • behind their screens • dr. weinstein + i on nbc news • dr. weinstein’s episode • the social biome ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! @shepersistedpodcast shepersistedpodcast.com hello@shepersistedpodcast.com © 2020 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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  • Dec 12, 2025 · 28 min

    242. for anyone who thinks they’ll never get better (my mental health story)

    #242 🍿 watch on ⁠spotify⁠ & ⁠youtube⁠ 💌 ⁠ask me a question⁠ or leave feedback on the podcast! want to know why i started this podcast in the first place?! there’s a reason why i care so deeply about mental health, and why i believe so strongly that mental health recovery is possible. in this solo episode, i’m sharing my mental health journey with you, taking you through my recovery from severe depression and anxiety right from the start. i cover the highs and lows of my story, including how i went from being hospitalized for my mental health four times in one year to graduating as a psychology major and creating a new york times-recommended mental health podcast to help others who are struggling. my goal in sharing this is to let you know that if you’re struggling, you’re not alone. this episode is your personal reminder that if i can recover, then so can you. i talk about: • risk factors that led to me becoming severely depressed • how i realized i was depressed (key warning signs) • ways that my depression affected my quality of life • being hospitalized for my mental health + how that impacted me • aspects of depression we don’t talk about enough (burnout, validation, + more) • the biggest turning point in my mental health journey • a mental health belief that transformed my recovery for the better • going to a troubled teen industry program + that program’s effects on me • what inspired me to start this podcast! • mental health rules that i continue to live by today mentioned: • ⁠mclean 3east • dbt wise mind skill • my troubled teen industry experience • dr. blaise aguirre episode ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! ⁠@shepersistedpodcast⁠ ⁠shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ ⁠hello@shepersistedpodcast.com⁠ © 2025 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.

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