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Show Notes:

Welcome to another insightful episode of I Have A Disability, So… This week, hosts Annie and Rae dive into the world of psychiatric hospitals, offering a candid discussion on navigating these often-misunderstood spaces. "I Want My Bra Back" addresses how to use psychiatric hospitals as a tool for healing, how to approach them without fear, and shares personal experiences from Annie and Rae.

In This Episode:

• Breaking Down the Stigma: Annie and Rae open discuss the stigma surrounding psychiatric hospitals and mental health treatment. They explore common misconceptions and the importance of seeing these facilities as places of healing rather than places of fear.
• Navigating Psychiatric Hospitals: The hosts offer practical advice on how to make the most of your time in a psychiatric hospital. From understanding patient rights to engaging with medical staff, they provide tips to help listeners feel more empowered and informed.
• Personal Stories: Annie and Rae share their own experiences with psychiatric hospitals. They discuss the challenges they faced, the lessons learned, and how these experiences shaped their understanding of mental health care.
• Overcoming Fear: The episode emphasizes strategies for overcoming the fear of psychiatric hospitals. Annie and Rae talk about how to approach the idea of hospitalization with a positive mindset and how to advocate for oneself during treatment.
• Empowerment and Self-Care: The discussion highlights the importance of self-care and self-advocacy while in a psychiatric hospital. The hosts offer advice on how to maintain a sense of self-worth and personal agency during treatment.
• Featuring work by John Mcmahon and Courtney Ward.

Resources:

• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – Provides information on mental health resources and support.
• Mental Health America (MHA) – Resources for mental health support and advocacy.

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Join Annie and Rae as they dismantle the myths surrounding psychiatric hospitals and share their journeys towards understanding and healing. Remember, it’s okay to seek help, and it's okay to take care of yourself.

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In this thought-provoking episode, we dive into the nuanced world of self-care and coping mechanisms to uncover what truly distinguishes the two. Join us as we explore the boundaries between nurturing yourself and merely getting by, with a special focus on how our daily practices impact our well-being.

Also -- a self decapitation, Rae laughing so hard she cannot breathe and a dog that pees straight blood.

With guests Gaia Jane Thomas reading, "My mother wants her body donated to science," and Liv Mammone reading, "Revelation Upon Finally Being Able To Bend and Shave my Legs."

Listen and then please tell us how you do (or do not do) self care -- because we need help.

Love,
Annie and Rae

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Podcast Show Notes: Episode 2 - "I Have A Disability, So... My Armpit Has A Cowlick"

Welcome to another episode of "I Have A Disability, So..." where we delve into the often messy, always real world of living with disabilities and chronic illnesses. In today’s episode, we tackle the highs and lows with raw honesty. Here’s what’s on tap:

Topics Covered:

• A Shower Meltdown: Listen in as Rae totally panics when Annie talks about taking a shower.
• Punching Hallucinated Bunnies.
• Meet Aunt Gladys: Get introduced to Rae’s Aunt Gladys. Aunt Gladys’ unique perspective provides some light-hearted relief and JUST KIDDING SHE'S AWFUL.
• Grocery Store Fiasco: Grocery trips feel like epic quests. Rae and Annie recount particularly chaotic shopping experiences.

Key Themes: Disability, disabled, bipolar disorder, traumatic brain injury

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