AM I OK?

by Kris and Karen

Two long-time friends, sharing their mental health struggles, supporting each other, and wanting their conversations to shed light on the impact of poor mental health.

They hope by sharing their stories, they can help others identify when their own mental health is at risk and encourage them to seek help when they need it.

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Podcast episodes

  • Season 1

  • Self-Care for the Mind, Body and Soul

    Self-Care for the Mind, Body and Soul

    We are back and apologies for the huge gap between episodes! While Karen has been back for some time, Kris had been under the weather for weeks. After discussing Self-Compassion as foundation for Self-Care, Karen and Kris share the activities they do as part of their self-care. There is no one-size-fits-all so remember, what works for them, may not necessarily work for you. How about you, what are the self-care practices that work for you? Tell us via email or on our socials! Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram TikTok Facebook If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com.

  • Learning to Be My Own Friend

    Learning to Be My Own Friend

    Following the last episode, Karen checks in and asks Kris how she’s doing. Kris talks about her visit with her psychologist and how she’s been reminded to practice SELF-COMPASSION. Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram TikTok Facebook If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com.

  • How Ruminating Almost Killed Me

    How Ruminating Almost Killed Me

    Trigger Warning: Part of this episode discusses self-harm and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you care for is in need of immediate assistance and thinking of acting on suicidal thoughts, please call treatment locators and helplines in your country of residence such as 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline in the United States or Lifeline 13 11 14 in Australia. If you’re struggling with mental health, we encourage you to seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider. Kris pours her heart out to Karen as she experiences setbacks and finds herself falling back to ruminating as a response to feeling stuck. Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram TikTok Facebook If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com.

  • You Mean There's Help?

    You Mean There's Help?

    Trigger Warning: Part of this episode discusses self-harm and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you care for is in need of immediate assistance and thinking of acting on suicidal thoughts, please call treatment locators and helplines in your country of residence such as 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline in the United States or Lifeline 13 11 14 in Australia. If you’re struggling with mental health, we encourage you to seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider. Please do not disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard from this podcast. Am I OK, especially this episode, is intended for mature audiences as it discusses topics that can be emotional and upsetting. Content shared in this podcast does not reflect or represent the views and opinions of medical practitioners or other experts in mental health. The podcast or any linked materials should not be construed as medical advice nor is the information as substitute for professional expertise or treatments. Kris and Karen continue their discussion on the kinds of help they sought in order to deal with their mental health struggles and how the stigma of both their struggles and seeking help still affect them. Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram TikTok Facebook If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com.

  • Medication, What Now?

    Medication, What Now?

    Trigger Warning: Part of this episode discusses self-harm and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you care for is in need of immediate assistance and thinking of acting on suicidal thoughts, please call treatment locators and helplines in your country of residence such as 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline in the United States or Lifeline 13 11 14 in Australia. If you’re struggling with mental health, we encourage you to seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider. Please do not disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard from this podcast. Am I OK, especially this episode, is intended for mature audiences as it discusses topics that can be emotional and upsetting. Content shared in this podcast does not reflect or represent the views and opinions of medical practitioners or other experts in mental health. The podcast or any linked materials should not be construed as medical advice nor is the information as substitute for professional expertise or treatments Kris and Karen share their dilemma when they contemplated the need for therapy and medication to help deal with their mental health struggles. Follow Am I Ok on: Instagram TikTok Facebook If there’s anything you’d like us to talk more about, you can email us, amiokemail@gmail.com.