the thing I like about always open is the seriousness that they have when talking about subjects. not to say other shows don't but I think its interesting how they show their opinions and their feelings, it feels so genuine
Huge advice for anyone having a panic attack where they feel like they are dying or having something medical: Eat a slice of bread or crackers with water. This helps because your brain is in a fight or flight response and your brain thinks you are in trouble. If you start to eat something two things happen, your brain starts to realize it isn't in danger because you wouldn't be feeding yourself if you were dying, and it also helps you breathe at a normal rate so you aren't hyperventilating. This has helped me from going to the hospital several times. It's scary even the 1000th time you have a panic attack, but if it's your first time just try know that it will eventually pass.
funny that as a 26 year old male who has had severe issues with anorexia and suffers daily from body dysmorphia I found myself watching and listening to a lot more of these podcast/episodes. Lately, i've been slipping into full blown anorexia again. This morning this video was recommended for me. Thank you RT and AO for talking and putting this out there. I needed this. If anyone is out there who needs help, please do not hesitate to reach out, we need to continue in growing and supporting our community
Barbara asked about dependency with medication and being fearful of people feeling like they need it. This has always been a pet peeve of mine. If someone feels like they need medication, then they might and should try it. Hearing Kati say "And some people do need it" was very validating. I started taking medication a few months ago and some people in my life were practically begging me not to because they personally don't like the idea of medication. It was so disheartening because to me, it felt like they didn't want me to get better. Since being on medication, I've been so much happier. So thank you Kati for talking about how medication is a valid treatment.
It's a really great feeling if you can make peace with taking medication. There is absolutely no need for anyone to feel like they have to deal with brain chemistry challenges/disadvantages ON TOP OF their actual problems. You were never responsible for the chemistry in the first place. It'd be like shaming someone for taking blood pressure medication
I personally struggle a lot with my depression, anxiety, and panic attacks with a lot of issues in my life causing them to become more prevalent as of late for one reason or another. I have to say that this was a harder episode to watch because of that but I loved it so much because the information in it was so wonderful. Thank you for this episode and I hope it helps a lot of others with their problems and the problems of people they know so that things can be dealt with better by everyone. Everyone can deal with things in their own ways and everyone is different and I’m so glad this show exists. Been watching since day 1 and will continue to do so. Thank you all again!
One thing that helps me is to eat crackers or bread. Since I feel like I'm dying, it tells my brain that we are okay because we wouldn't be eating food if we were in danger.
This was hard for me to watch as well and I totally sympathise with you 100%. But I really loved this episode because I just feel less alone with my issues. Especially when my roll models have to deal with similar things. It's very reassuring to me I guess
Makes me so happy to see them talking about eating disorders! I’ve been bulimic for 10 years and it makes me feel so much more connected to people when they talk about mental health ☺️
if you have eating disorder and you cant help throwing up of not eating your should be in rehab til you fix it sorry if thats say or mean but its true you only have to eat enough to live if you cant make yourself eat food you should not be allowed any contorl on your life
Fantastic show. Great to see open conversation regarding mental health. I have Bipolar disorder, When discussing my own situation or advocating on behalf of others I always try to have a conversation where I substitute broken leg for the mental health issue. It helps remove the stigma when people stop associating a mental health issue with a lack of mental toughness. As an example, you wouldn't tell the guy with a broken leg to pull himself up by the bootstraps and git'er done. Too many people are afraid of seeming week or somehow less than others if they admit they have a mental illness. This is the stigma that must be erased, and shows like this one are a good start. Thanks.
This episode was a huge help for me. I've recently left a five year relationship because of a partner who wouldn't get help, and because her illness was more severe than mine often marginalized my own struggles. I've began moving forward with treating my illness and taking care of myself. It's made my life easier, but it was a very hard relationship to leave. My medication has also helped, which is important. When my depression acts up I tend to act erratically, and having just made new friends for the first time in years I could feel myself annoying them or creeping them out, whether that was actually the case is irrelevant, I felt it was and I began feeling worse and acting stranger. I'm proud of myself for trying to find help.
When Katie mentioned an example of seeing a person's brother and dad fight, it clicked. Its not fun like Jerry Springer, it's like living through your worst nightmare and there's nothing you can do about it. Its probably not healthy but I'm proud of my ability to repress memories and feelings with those memories but triggers are a thing... My dad had been doing better (well, I'd been around him less) but he had been lying about me (to look like some heroic father who swept in to save me), I called him out in public and in front of family.... He angrily ran up to me and put one hand on my neck and the other over my mouth as he said shut up, then let go as one sibling came over to defend me. Dad stopped and apologized but then he started trying to justify it. We all moved on since it was in public, dad apologized again later but also used manipulative language, so it didn't help at all. Everyone else has moved on but I can still see the look in his eyes as he came at me in anger.
Q 44:48 and A 44:54 ..."they should be able to communicate their issues to their partner, if not, that's not really a relationship" (paraphrasing); and the just wanting to be heard or giving time to listen or eat pizza with Netflix... This is just great advise. Had an ex that didn't believe in my mental illness; he clearly had OCD (and admitted to tendencies) and an eating disorder but he refused to get treatment and would say, "even if I did believe your illness exists, which it doesn't, I couldn't be with someone with a mental illness."
This is honestly an amazing video. I felt so safe just watching this and it made me cry. You guys are amazing and I already knew this but this video just made it so much better. I love how you guys can always make me laugh but I can also basically rely on you to keep me feeling valid and safe 💗💗💗
Honestly I love how Jon wears what makes him happy and still acts a bit self deprecating but he is just living his best life. Whenever Jon's in a video i will always watch
As someone who's just been discharged from hospital for an eating disorder, seeing theses subjects being talked about is important in this day and age.
I feel the same way about mental health issues I have. I don’t shy away from talking about it. I see a therapist once a month and it used to be once a week so it helps. I’m not embarrassed about my depression.
This video honestly helped me a lot. I know that may sound like a cliche thing to say. I recently lost my father about a month ago. He was terminal and I took care of him every day. When he passed I felt, useless. Alone. Lost. I always contemplated about going back to therapy. After watching this I feel like it's a good move cause I'm not in a good place. Thanks RT.
LMAO. A+ comedy my dude You straight up just listened to a podcast on therapy where all of the people on a podcast talk about how negative comments actually really get to them, especially comments about their appearance. Then, thought to yourself "I should make exactly that type of comment."
Too much contact? Don't listen to her! If you're dealing with an issue, if you're depressed or suicidal, MAIL/CALL YOUR THERAPIST! They will help you get through that moment. Too much contact should NOT be a thing. You deserve the care you need at that moment. I just wanted to say that, as a depressed person myself, my therapist is adamant that I call him when I experience dark thoughts. And I have to promise that I'm going to be there next time.
There are different forms of therapy, like in DBT people can call their therapist all the time. For things like suicidal/dark thoughts, being able to contact your therapist would be really important. But for other things it's important to not become dependent on your therapist, as that's just another unhealthy coping strategy, which I think is what Kati meant. And if the suicidal thoughts etc. were severe, then like she said, more care is probably needed so the person can get to a place where they can go a week without needing their therapist. I hope that makes sense!
i never comment. ive seen every epidose. that was on purpose. just wow. and the marlon bundo book now being there........ thank you for every time this show happens
I think for a panic attack bag things that I tend to keep on me just in case of one are; Headphones and something to play music on(phone/ipod), a fidget cube, hoodie or tshirt or something that smells like someone I care about(boyfriend/mum/sibling), pen and notepad(even if it's just doodling it becomes something to focus on and I tend not to go places without someone I know who I can then hold on to as a grounding point.
Learning so much in this episode. My girlfriend and I both have body image issues, and she especially struggles with stress and worries about her diet. So it’s nice to hear from these people we look up to for their talents and see how they deal with some of the same issues we have **cough** also barb’s bra size **cough**
I'm 5'10" and my bf is 6'5" and he ALWAYS asks me to be big spoon. I would rather be little..... but I cant say no to him and when I hit the point of sleepiness it is actually super comfy and his back is my pillow and I sleep SO GOOD
They all seem to be glowing in their own way, the problem with mental health is it will always point straight to the negative, if you feel down and anyone says anything that makes you feel such it is like an amplifier.
Great podcast as always (needed a tad more Texas tho don't ya think). Mental illness can pop out of anywhere, so I find the best thing is to just be informed. It's not really a subject you can guess or extrapolate about without actually knowing the facts about it.
If Jon is asking if H is the highest bra cup size: NO IT IS NOT. That's the highest that site carries but it's not the highest cup size in the world of bras lol I used to be a JJ/K in cup size.
For the objective beauty question: Stars. Actual, literal, stars. Like, would anybody who got to see one relatively close up think they aren't beautiful? -Aurora's too.
everyone writes in questions but somehow forgot that they're not psychologists. These questions are already about subjects that are in some median of fiction but are now presented to people who aren't experts. If you think you have a problem and that it is legit, just talk to an expert or read source material. It might not be near as entertaining but at least it can help you.
Kati’s voice is so calming. She’s a lovely guest!
the thing I like about always open is the seriousness that they have when talking about subjects. not to say other shows don't but I think its interesting how they show their opinions and their feelings, it feels so genuine
Huge advice for anyone having a panic attack where they feel like they are dying or having something medical: Eat a slice of bread or crackers with water.
This helps because your brain is in a fight or flight response and your brain thinks you are in trouble. If you start to eat something two things happen, your brain starts to realize it isn't in danger because you wouldn't be feeding yourself if you were dying, and it also helps you breathe at a normal rate so you aren't hyperventilating.
This has helped me from going to the hospital several times. It's scary even the 1000th time you have a panic attack, but if it's your first time just try know that it will eventually pass.
Thank you. I'm screenshotting this.
I would like to thank John for talking about his experiences, I struggle alot in the same way so it's helped me alot
hyperboleandahalf.blogspot.com/2010/04/alot-is-better-than-you-at-everything.html
funny that as a 26 year old male who has had severe issues with anorexia and suffers daily from body dysmorphia I found myself watching and listening to a lot more of these podcast/episodes. Lately, i've been slipping into full blown anorexia again. This morning this video was recommended for me. Thank you RT and AO for talking and putting this out there. I needed this. If anyone is out there who needs help, please do not hesitate to reach out, we need to continue in growing and supporting our community
bless all of you. especially Jon. so much love for Jon
H he has the kindest eyes in the world. They’re perfect!!!🤩🤩🤩
Jon's look is becoming iconic, tbh.
Iconic or ironic? I'm not certain, I've been confused by Jon ever since there were 5 of him on On the Spot.
Barbara asked about dependency with medication and being fearful of people feeling like they need it. This has always been a pet peeve of mine. If someone feels like they need medication, then they might and should try it. Hearing Kati say "And some people do need it" was very validating. I started taking medication a few months ago and some people in my life were practically begging me not to because they personally don't like the idea of medication. It was so disheartening because to me, it felt like they didn't want me to get better. Since being on medication, I've been so much happier. So thank you Kati for talking about how medication is a valid treatment.
It's a really great feeling if you can make peace with taking medication. There is absolutely no need for anyone to feel like they have to deal with brain chemistry challenges/disadvantages ON TOP OF their actual problems. You were never responsible for the chemistry in the first place. It'd be like shaming someone for taking blood pressure medication
I personally struggle a lot with my depression, anxiety, and panic attacks with a lot of issues in my life causing them to become more prevalent as of late for one reason or another. I have to say that this was a harder episode to watch because of that but I loved it so much because the information in it was so wonderful. Thank you for this episode and I hope it helps a lot of others with their problems and the problems of people they know so that things can be dealt with better by everyone. Everyone can deal with things in their own ways and everyone is different and I’m so glad this show exists. Been watching since day 1 and will continue to do so. Thank you all again!
One thing that helps me is to eat crackers or bread. Since I feel like I'm dying, it tells my brain that we are okay because we wouldn't be eating food if we were in danger.
This was hard for me to watch as well and I totally sympathise with you 100%. But I really loved this episode because I just feel less alone with my issues. Especially when my roll models have to deal with similar things. It's very reassuring to me I guess
The whole thing with Jon and his body image problems really hit my heart, not enough folks, men especially are open about that.
HAHAHA ;(
Makes me so happy to see them talking about eating disorders! I’ve been bulimic for 10 years and it makes me feel so much more connected to people when they talk about mental health ☺️
if you have eating disorder and you cant help throwing up of not eating your should be in rehab til you fix it sorry if thats say or mean but its true
you only have to eat enough to live if you cant make yourself eat food you should not be allowed any contorl on your life
Pugna Oblivion yes let's take control away from people with a disorder that is about lacking control, where did you get your psychology degree from?
Fantastic show. Great to see open conversation regarding mental health. I have Bipolar disorder, When discussing my own situation or advocating on behalf of others I always try to have a conversation where I substitute broken leg for the mental health issue. It helps remove the stigma when people stop associating a mental health issue with a lack of mental toughness. As an example, you wouldn't tell the guy with a broken leg to pull himself up by the bootstraps and git'er done. Too many people are afraid of seeming week or somehow less than others if they admit they have a mental illness. This is the stigma that must be erased, and shows like this one are a good start. Thanks.
This episode was a huge help for me. I've recently left a five year relationship because of a partner who wouldn't get help, and because her illness was more severe than mine often marginalized my own struggles. I've began moving forward with treating my illness and taking care of myself. It's made my life easier, but it was a very hard relationship to leave.
My medication has also helped, which is important. When my depression acts up I tend to act erratically, and having just made new friends for the first time in years I could feel myself annoying them or creeping them out, whether that was actually the case is irrelevant, I felt it was and I began feeling worse and acting stranger. I'm proud of myself for trying to find help.
Everyone looks great today on the show!
When Katie mentioned an example of seeing a person's brother and dad fight, it clicked. Its not fun like Jerry Springer, it's like living through your worst nightmare and there's nothing you can do about it.
Its probably not healthy but I'm proud of my ability to repress memories and feelings with those memories but triggers are a thing...
My dad had been doing better (well, I'd been around him less) but he had been lying about me (to look like some heroic father who swept in to save me), I called him out in public and in front of family.... He angrily ran up to me and put one hand on my neck and the other over my mouth as he said shut up, then let go as one sibling came over to defend me. Dad stopped and apologized but then he started trying to justify it. We all moved on since it was in public, dad apologized again later but also used manipulative language, so it didn't help at all.
Everyone else has moved on but I can still see the look in his eyes as he came at me in anger.
Q 44:48 and A 44:54 ..."they should be able to communicate their issues to their partner, if not, that's not really a relationship" (paraphrasing); and the just wanting to be heard or giving time to listen or eat pizza with Netflix... This is just great advise.
Had an ex that didn't believe in my mental illness; he clearly had OCD (and admitted to tendencies) and an eating disorder but he refused to get treatment and would say, "even if I did believe your illness exists, which it doesn't, I couldn't be with someone with a mental illness."
This is honestly an amazing video. I felt so safe just watching this and it made me cry. You guys are amazing and I already knew this but this video just made it so much better. I love how you guys can always make me laugh but I can also basically rely on you to keep me feeling valid and safe 💗💗💗
Thank you so much for this video and all you've done for me and all of the others in this community with mental illness. I love you guys!
Kati is the best. Loved the first time she was on and even went to subscribe to her channel. Glad she's back
Honestly I love how Jon wears what makes him happy and still acts a bit self deprecating but he is just living his best life. Whenever Jon's in a video i will always watch
❤
LITTLE SPOON FOR THE WIN!
Can jon give so hair care tips for guys, dude makes long hair look easy 🤯
As someone who's just been discharged from hospital for an eating disorder, seeing theses subjects being talked about is important in this day and age.
Dude legit I lost my glasses recently and I think John is wearing them.
LOVE LOVE LOVE Barbara and Jon so much. Wish I could vibe with them someday!
I'm just rewatching Barbara's intro over and over again.
I can't believe you got Weird Al on the podcast!
I feel the same way about mental health issues I have. I don’t shy away from talking about it. I see a therapist once a month and it used to be once a week so it helps. I’m not embarrassed about my depression.
This video honestly helped me a lot. I know that may sound like a cliche thing to say. I recently lost my father about a month ago. He was terminal and I took care of him every day. When he passed I felt, useless. Alone. Lost.
I always contemplated about going back to therapy. After watching this I feel like it's a good move cause I'm not in a good place. Thanks RT.
I knew Kati Morton looked familiar but couldn’t remember how but then I remembered at the start of the year her videos really helped me out😯
I really love John’s outfit! The print of that shirt is gorgeous 🐯
Big fan of Kati's great to see her on ya'lls show
Some vey real stuff talked about in this video, its really awesome
Having mental health problems, this episode really resonated inside of me. Thank you
This episode is very helpful. Thank you all. I needed this
Why does Jon look like he belongs in a netflix documentary series about creepy dudes from florida?
Isn't this dude the stache guy from Orange is the new Black?
i was thinking more a Netflix documentary on drug smugglers in 80s Miami.
He looks like he sells coke from a breif case
LMAO.
A+ comedy my dude
You straight up just listened to a podcast on therapy where all of the people on a podcast talk about how negative comments actually really get to them, especially comments about their appearance. Then, thought to yourself "I should make exactly that type of comment."
I will help fund that documentary
I loved this episode. It kind of reminds me that even your top roll models have to deal with personal issues too
Too much contact? Don't listen to her! If you're dealing with an issue, if you're depressed or suicidal, MAIL/CALL YOUR THERAPIST! They will help you get through that moment. Too much contact should NOT be a thing. You deserve the care you need at that moment.
I just wanted to say that, as a depressed person myself, my therapist is adamant that I call him when I experience dark thoughts. And I have to promise that I'm going to be there next time.
There are different forms of therapy, like in DBT people can call their therapist all the time. For things like suicidal/dark thoughts, being able to contact your therapist would be really important. But for other things it's important to not become dependent on your therapist, as that's just another unhealthy coping strategy, which I think is what Kati meant. And if the suicidal thoughts etc. were severe, then like she said, more care is probably needed so the person can get to a place where they can go a week without needing their therapist. I hope that makes sense!
i never comment. ive seen every epidose. that was on purpose. just wow. and the marlon bundo book now being there........ thank you for every time this show happens
thanks for tackling difficult subjects like these!
I think for a panic attack bag things that I tend to keep on me just in case of one are; Headphones and something to play music on(phone/ipod), a fidget cube, hoodie or tshirt or something that smells like someone I care about(boyfriend/mum/sibling), pen and notepad(even if it's just doodling it becomes something to focus on and I tend not to go places without someone I know who I can then hold on to as a grounding point.
*Kati's back!* After you guys had her the first time, I subscribed immediately. Taught me a lot about mental health.
Learning so much in this episode. My girlfriend and I both have body image issues, and she especially struggles with stress and worries about her diet. So it’s nice to hear from these people we look up to for their talents and see how they deal with some of the same issues we have
**cough** also barb’s bra size **cough**
Are Kati Morton and Hannah McCarthy related?!? They have similar faces and like the exact same mannerisms.
gotta love this show
Jon looks like he’s going to try to make an apocalyptic cult in the south
I'd join
sorufa888 did you listen to anything he said in this video?
@@JackMason21 I haven't yet but I get rhe feeling it has something to do with a higher purpose and how taxation is theft.
Jon is looking very 70s serial killer
I love Jon’s shirt!
THANK YOU for hitting on the fact that skinny or fit people can be self conscious and have body dysmorphia. It's so real
I just played this and I was looking at my belly and I had an eating disorder, then I heard the specials, I was like, this is for me
Great episode.
I always hit like as soon as I see Mariel.
What Kati said about "the more you keep it a secret, the more it grows" hit really hard.
I love this!
I just realized jon's glasses are the best
They were talking about Noah centineo 😍. I’ve watched To all the boys I’ve loved before probably 5 or 6 times since it came out.
One of my favorites
I'm 5'10" and my bf is 6'5" and he ALWAYS asks me to be big spoon. I would rather be little..... but I cant say no to him and when I hit the point of sleepiness it is actually super comfy and his back is my pillow and I sleep SO GOOD
Jon went from being daddy to looking like a father.
Jon looks like a character from Boogie Nights
They all seem to be glowing in their own way, the problem with mental health is it will always point straight to the negative, if you feel down and anyone says anything that makes you feel such it is like an amplifier.
Great podcast as always (needed a tad more Texas tho don't ya think).
Mental illness can pop out of anywhere, so I find the best thing is to just be informed. It's not really a subject you can guess or extrapolate about without actually knowing the facts about it.
I love all of you
I DONT KNOW IF I ASKED THAT QUESTION AT 10:50 BUT IT IS RELEVANT
I love Kati
Fabuloso
Great show ladies... and John. #beefcake
Jonny and the gang lookin good
Jon isn't describing dismorphia though, he's talking about being uphappy about his midsection. it isn't the same as seeing something that isn't there
If Jon is asking if H is the highest bra cup size: NO IT IS NOT. That's the highest that site carries but it's not the highest cup size in the world of bras lol
I used to be a JJ/K in cup size.
naturally?!
Besides my own nickname I gave myself (Jekka) my mom and dad always called me stinkerbell.
Haha yeah
I should stop eating pogo sticks while watching this...
For the objective beauty question: Stars. Actual, literal, stars. Like, would anybody who got to see one relatively close up think they aren't beautiful?
-Aurora's too.
100%
Jon looks like he was in The Lovely Bones
Jon looks like a 1970s Miami dudebro
New start to the intro music
No Hannah "The Voice/Kitten Saver" McCarthy? Ok, I'll try to enjoy this.
Hi Mariel
Oh... I never knew what Body Dysmorphia was, on a related note I just discovered I have Body Dysmorphia. Sadly I cant fix my face.
Cool
Kati looks like Yvonne Strahovski.
daaaaaaaam mariel
John looks like he sits in a ice cream truck near playgrounds a lot
Bloodfest awesome movie. You guys doing another moive?
cool :3
So Barbara was possibly just as scared of meeting me as I was at meeting her. This is good to know. I felt really bad about that interaction.
Ooh I love barbs skirt in this episode.
Y'all need to cool it with Jon. He looks like a goofy dad.
Who is Jon dating?
I'd rather talk than text.
I like kati but when she’s on the podcast it gets rather grim and kinda stays that way, I wanna see her do some fun games like cupidity
Who is Barbra dating? Sorry I'm new here.
She is dating Trevor from Achievement Hunter.
everyone writes in questions but somehow forgot that they're not psychologists. These questions are already about subjects that are in some median of fiction but are now presented to people who aren't experts. If you think you have a problem and that it is legit, just talk to an expert or read source material. It might not be near as entertaining but at least it can help you.
You realise that Kati is an expert in this field right?
Hense why all of the questions were based on mental health aimed at Kati
6 min unskipable ad....ok....i guess.....
I thought Kati was Lili Reinhart.
Why does Jon look like one of those creepy dudes who wait for high school students to walk by his van at the end of the school day?
Everyone looks frickin great.... don’t know What those people are talking about... pfff....I wish i was a fit as any of the cast in the podcast
They sure do look great! But it just doesn't matter what we think. If they are having self image challenges, they are still just as valid
44.50
I’m gonna try and trigger Jon. Your the second best Jon at RT.