Lynette Carolla Opens Up About Mental Health on Mental Illness Happy Hour
Sometimes we slide back and still feel like you, but many of us just keep putting one foot in front of the other and Some Days, man, all you got to do is hang on, even if you stay in bed All Day.
Lynette Carolla, a mother, wife, and podcaster, joins Paul Gilmartin on 'Mental Illness Happy Hour' to share her deeply personal journey with mental health. From being pushed into child acting to coping with her family's mental illness, Lynette's story is a raw and heartfelt exploration of resilience and vulnerability. She talks candidly about the psychosis that affected her brother and mother, her own battles with postpartum depression, and how she turned to Vicodin to manage her pain.
One of the most touching parts of the episode is Lynette's discussion about the stigma and shame that often accompany mental illness. She describes feeling like a burden and the difficulty of asking for help, but also emphasizes the importance of reaching out and finding support.
Her words, 'Sometimes we slide back and still feel like you, but many of us just keep putting one foot in front of the other and Some Days, man, all you got to do is hang on, even if you stay in bed All Day', resonate deeply with anyone who has faced similar struggles. Throughout their conversation, Paul and Lynette touch on various aspects of mental health, including childhood trauma, addiction recovery, parenting challenges, and coping mechanisms.
Lynette's honesty makes this episode a must-listen for anyone dealing with mental health issues or supporting someone who is. 'Mental Illness Happy Hour' continues to be a safe haven for discussing fears, addictions, and past traumas. Lynette Carolla's episode is a powerful reminder that no one is alone in their journey. Tune in for an inspiring and supportive dialogue that aims to break down the stigma surrounding mental health.