👋Hey beautiful humans,
A brand new episode of Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads drops Tuesday, 8/19/25 at 3 AM ET—and it’s not just any episode.
It’s the Season 12 Ender 🎉 and trust us, this one hits different.
In Mental Health Breakthroughs: Lessons, Laughter & Growth from Season 12, we’re reflecting on what this season gave us: the hard conversations, the hilarious moments, and the healing that came when we didn’t hide the hard stuff. If you’ve ever wondered how to sit with your grief, chase joy, and hold it all at once—this one’s for you.
💔 Sometimes Life Is Hard and Beautiful
This week, life reminded us that emotions don’t travel solo—they bring heartbreak and beauty to the same table. 😔✨
In the G-Rex house, we had to say goodbye to our oldest cat, Precious. 💔 We woke up to find her hiding, stumbling—and we just knew. Living in rural upstate NY means your vet options are either Cornell (with a 6-hour wait) or a road trip. So off we drove to Syracuse, bracing for the news.
Even though I’m wildly allergic to cats (Zyrtec to the rescue), she was family. Her roommate Marbles—and our 6 other cats—are grieving too, so we’re handing out love like treats right now. 🐾
And still… beauty found us. On the drive home from Lake George earlier this week, we skipped traffic and took the long road—literally. We had zero cell service, no plan, and the most jaw-dropping views of rural New York. If you’ve never told your GPS to avoid highways and tolls, try it. You’ll see your world differently. 🌲
Meanwhile in Georgia, Dirty Skittles is easing into back-to-school life. 🏫 New routines, early mornings, and trying not to lose herself in the shuffle. We’re both staying mindful of our mental health this week—giving ourselves permission to feel it all, ask for help, and pause when we need to. 🙏
Last night, we sat at a friend’s house for dinner and grief. They didn’t try to fix us. They just held space. That kind of love? It’s the real deal. 💛
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💬 Mental Health Quote of the Week
"Setting boundaries is not about shutting people out—it’s about making space for yourself to breathe." 🧘♀️
📝 Podcast Reflection Worksheet
Need help putting the insights into action?
Try our Podcast Reflection Worksheet—a free tool to help you digest, reflect, and apply the wisdom from each episode.
Just hit play, then pause, and give your growth some space. 📝✨ Podcast Worksheet _08_19_25_Mental Health Breakthroughs- Lessons, Laughter & Growth from Season 12.pdf
🎧 Episode Description
In this season finale episode of Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads, G-Rex and Dirty Skittles take listeners behind the scenes of Season 12. This season started off strong and quickly turned into something far deeper, more emotional, and more transformative than they expected.
This episode is equal parts reflection, celebration, and emotional processing as your favorite co-hosts open up about what it really felt like to hold space for so many heavy stories while managing their own personal lives and mental health challenges. From G-Rex's raw honesty about grief and suicidal ideation to Dirty Skittles’ revelations about anxiety, boundaries, and the healing power of laughter, this wrap-up is as vulnerable as it is validating.
You’ll hear about the unexpected moments that moved them most, the listener questions that hit hardest, and the memories—like saying goodbye to beloved pets, navigating seasonal change, or sitting in silence with friends—that brought real emotional clarity.
Whether you’ve followed every episode or you’re just joining the community, this finale serves as a powerful reminder that healing isn’t a straight line—and that community, creativity, and conversation can be lifelines when the weight of life feels like too much.
Tune in for:
- The messy, funny, beautiful behind-the-scenes moments from this season
- Deep gratitude for the 9 phenomenal guests who bared their truths
- Hard-won lessons from therapy, friendship, and everyday resilience
- A few inappropriate jokes, plenty of heartfelt reflections, and a shared sense of purpose that drives this podcast forward
It’s not just an ending—it’s a turning point. Join us, and let’s wrap up Season 12 the way it deserves: honestly, vulnerably, and with just enough laughter to make the hard stuff bearable.
🧠 Mental Health Breakthroughs: A Season-Ender on Healing, Grief, and Growing in Public
What does it look like to break open instead of break down? In this heart-hitting finale of Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads, G-Rex and Dirty Skittles reflect on a season that quietly became a masterclass in what it means to heal out loud, hold space for grief, reclaim your identity, and fight for your mental health without shame.
From burnout to boundaries, grief to growth, every guest this season brought something powerful to the table—reminding us that healing doesn’t have a single path. It’s personal. It’s painful. And it’s absolutely worth the work.
✨ This one’s for anyone who’s ever sat in silence because the pain felt too big. For the over-functioners, the silent strugglers, the late bloomers, and the ones still finding their voice. Whether you’re walking through grief, recovering from trauma, or finally choosing yourself, this episode wraps it all in real talk, laughter, and hard-earned wisdom.
💬 Season 12 Guests Who Moved Us
• Kate helped us understand the deep link between burnout, boundaries, and the brain-heart connection.
• Tim opened up about masculinity, identity, and what it takes for men to truly heal.
• Richard shared his journey from addiction to advocacy, reminding us that dignity belongs in every recovery story.
• Marie brought raw emotion and spiritual truth to the topic of grief after losing her soulmate.
• Melissa explored the world of ayahuasca and how plant medicine helped her unearth deep-rooted trauma.
• Beth and Noel gave us both sides of the mental health journey—the pain of surviving, and the weight of caregiving.
• Amita brought clarity and compassion to a topic often dismissed—navigating menopause with strength and mindfulness.
• Leigh taught us how journaling can turn pain into peace, and how writing becomes a mirror for healing.
• Emily showed incredible bravery sharing her story of childhood trauma and surviving a suicide attempt—with hope at the core.
🎙️ Real Talk from the Hosts
“I didn’t take off my mask soon enough—and I almost didn’t make it. This season reminded me that healing is loud, messy, and so damn worth it.” – G-Rex
“I learned that laughter isn’t a distraction from pain—it’s a lifeline through it.” – Dirty Skittles
✍️ Journal Prompts to Sit With
• Where in your life are you still whispering when you need to scream?
• What would healing look like if it didn’t have to be pretty?
• Whose story this season felt like your own—and what did it teach you?
🌱 Gentle Reminder
Healing is not a destination—it’s a decision you make over and over.
Grief doesn’t mean you’re broken. It means you’ve loved deeply.
You don’t have to be perfect to be worthy.
You just have to show up—as you are.
💬 Season 12 Guests Who Moved Us
• Kate: Boundaries, burnout, and the brain-heart connection
• Tim: Masculinity, healing, and finding identity off the field
• Richard: Addiction recovery with compassion and grit
• Marie: Soulmate grief and spiritual strength
• Melissa: Ayahuasca, trauma, and transformation
• Beth & Noel: The patient, the partner, and the power of love
• Amita: Navigating menopause with wisdom and purpose
• Leigh: Journaling through grief and reclaiming self
• Emily: Trauma survival, suicide prevention, and advocacy
📌 Key Takeaways
- Storytelling is one of the most powerful tools for healing.
- Setting boundaries isn’t selfish—it’s survival.
- Laughter and grief can—and should—exist together.
✅ Actionable Steps
- Paint, write, or dance—just create with no plan.
- Watch a raccoon video first thing in the morning (trust us).
- Ask someone: “How’s your mental health today?” And really listen.
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🙏 Closing Thoughts
Season 12 reminded us that you can break down and break through.
That healing is loud, weird, loving, and unfiltered.
That grief and joy live next door to each other.
Thanks for sticking with us. For growing with us. For being here.
We’re not done—Season 13 is already in motion.
With love,
G-Rex & Dirty Skittles 💙
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