Health complications are stressful on their own, but when healthcare providers aren’t listening to your concerns, what can you do? On this episode, host and therapist Haesue Jo talks with Ryan Sickler, comedian and host of The HoneyDew Podcast, a storytelling show aimed at highlighting and laughing at the lowlights of life. At age 42, Ryan received a diagnosis that changed his life. A decade later, that diagnosis—and a supposedly simple surgery—nearly led to his death. Today, Ryan sits down to reflect on his journey with a genetic condition called factor V Leiden. Using therapy and a healthy sense of humor, he has confronted his complicated feelings about his diagnosis, his harrowing experiences as a patient, and his family’s health history. Then, Haesue is joined by Dr. Sreela Roy-Greene, LMHC, clinical operations manager at BetterHelp. They break down how physical health challenges can affect mental health and talk about the therapeutic intervention that helped Ryan. If you or a loved one are feeling lost under the weight of medical stress, then this episode is for you.betterhelp.com/mindifwetalk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How to Deal with Loneliness and Build Meaningful Connections
What if loneliness isn't something to fix, but something to listen to? On this episode, Haesue sits down with Case Kenny, writer and podcast host of New Mindset, Who Dis? to unpack what loneliness really teaches us when we stop running from it. Case opens up about the profound disconnection he felt climbing the corporate ladder in his twenties—succeeding on paper but feeling emotionally cut off from himself and others. He shares how he learned to reframe loneliness as a compass rather than a character flaw, the power of changing his inner dialogue from harsh judgment to gentle guidance, and why the male loneliness epidemic starts with men asking deeper questions of each other. Haesue is then joined by Monica Jiang, founder of The Oneliness Project, for a grounded conversation about loneliness as both a personal and structural challenge. From how our cities and technology create disconnection, to simple practices for moving through difficult emotions without becoming consumed by them, this episode offers compassionate guidance for anyone learning to sit with discomfort—and discovering that sometimes the path back to others starts with learning to be comfortable with yourself.betterhelp.com/mindifwetalk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How to Be a Better Man
With conversations about a “masculinity crisis” and “manosphere” growing nationwide, what’s actually going on? On this episode, host and therapist Haesue Jo talks with author, podcast host, and mental health expert John Delony. John is used to giving advice to callers on-air, but today, he’s swapping roles. From marriage and fatherhood to self-worth, John is redefining the role of masculinity in his life. He talks with Haesue about what it means to be a better man for his family, his audience, and himself.Then, Haesue is joined by David Yadush, LPC, LPCC, Principal Clinical Operations Manager at BetterHelp. They break down where harmful ideas about masculinity come from and offer practical advice for how to form a healthier relationship with the topic, even if you don’t know where to start. Whether you’re a man looking to feel better, a parent raising boys, or someone who wants to better understand the men in your life — this episode can help you find your way.betterhelp.com/mindifwetalk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How to Cope with Grief and Loss
Grief is universal—but it rarely feels that way when you’re in it.On this episode, Haesue sits down with writer and podcaster Misty Stinnett to unpack what grief really looks like: messy, unpredictable, and often very lonely. Misty shares the story of losing her father suddenly in her twenties, and the very different experience of losing her aunt years later, a loss that came with time to say goodbye. Along the way, she opens up about somatic therapy, the pressure to “perform” progress, and why grief sometimes teaches us how to love harder.Haesue is then joined by therapist Dr. Sreela Roy-Greene for a grounded, practical conversation about navigating grief in everyday life. From how to handle grief at work, to simple somatic exercises you can try at home, this episode offers compassionate guidance for anyone who’s struggling—or supporting someone who is.betterhelp.com/mindifwetalk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bonus Episode: Why Are So Few People in Therapy?
On this special bonus episode, Dr. Sreela Roy-Greene talks about something she sees in her work all the time... and maybe you’ve felt it too: You know therapy helps. You believe in mental health care. But when it’s your turn to ask for help? That hesitation creeps in. This isn’t just a personal feeling—it’s a global one. In their first-ever State of Stigma report, BetterHelp surveyed over 16,000 people across 23 countries about mental health. The findings? They’re powerful, a little heartbreaking—but also hopeful.betterhelp.com/mindifwetalk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ever feel like you’re carrying something heavy and don’t know where to put it down? Or wonder what on Earth you’re supposed to do when you just can’t seem to cope?“Mind If We Talk?” is a new 8-episode podcast from BetterHelp that opens up real conversations about life’s challenging moments – and how therapy can help. Hosted by licensed therapist Haesue Jo, each episode features a personal story from someone who’s experienced a common struggle we all face in life, but many times are not equipped to navigate – followed by a mental health expert who breaks it down with practical insights you can apply to your own life. Raw, relatable, and rooted in compassion, “Mind If We Talk?” is here to remind you that whatever you’re going through, you’re not alone and there’s a path forward. Join us while we talk about living with grief, managing anger, improving your relationship with your parents, and more. And share this with someone who might need it, too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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