Let’s Talk Mental Health Real Conversations the System Doesn’t Have Mental health isn’t always inspirational. Healing isn’t always pretty. And some conversations are too uncomfortable for most people to have out loud. Hosted by Army veteran, writer, recovery advocate, and former addiction counselor Jamie Hairston, Let’s Talk Mental Health explores the realities behind trauma, addiction, burnout, emotional abuse, recovery, toxic relationships, nervous system overwhelm, and the mental health systems people often feel failed by. This isn’t surface-level positivity or recycled self-help advice. These are honest conversations about survival, healing, emotional exhaustion, human behavior, and what it actually takes to rebuild yourself after life falls apart. Through raw solo episodes, expert interviews, and real-world discussions, this podcast bridges lived experience with psychological insight — helping listeners feel seen, understood, and less alone in the things most people hide. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, misunderstood, stuck in survival mode, or like nobody talks about the hard parts of healing… this podcast is for you. New episodes weekly. #MentalHealth #Trauma #AddictionRecovery #Burnout #Healing #EmotionalAbuse #PTSD #RecoveryJourney #MentalHealthPodcast #SelfDevelopment
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Let’s Talk Mental Health Real Conversations the System Doesn’t Have Mental health isn’t always inspirational. Healing isn’t always pretty. And some conversations are too uncomfortable for most people to have out loud.
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Recent episodes include "Finding Calm Through Breathwork and Meditation with Andrew Keaveney" (28 October 2026, 60 minutes), "From Childhood to Adulthood: The Hidden Impact of ACEs" (14 October 2026, 33 minutes), and "Rewriting the Story of Trauma: Guided Imagery with Dr. Christopher Cortman" (6 October 2026, 61 minutes).
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Let’s Talk Mental Health: Real Conversations the System Doesn’t Have publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 49 minutes across 42 episodes.
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Let’s Talk Mental Health: Real Conversations the System Doesn’t Have
Finding Calm Through Breathwork and Meditation with Andrew Keaveney
Oct 28, 20261 hour
What if finding peace isn't about stopping your thoughts, but learning how to respond to them? In this episode of Let's Talk Mental Health: Real Conversations the System Doesn't Have , Jamie sits down with Andrew...
From Childhood to Adulthood: The Hidden Impact of ACEs
Oct 14, 202633 minS2
In this episode of Let’s Talk Mental Health: Real Conversations the System Doesn’t Have , I break down the history of the Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACE, Study and what it taught us about the connection between...
Let’s Talk Mental Health: Real Conversations the System Doesn’t Have
Rewriting the Story of Trauma: Guided Imagery with Dr. Christopher Cortman
Oct 6, 20261h 1m
What if time doesn’t actually heal all wounds? In this episode of Let’s Talk Mental Health , I sit down with Dr. Christopher Cortman , a Florida-licensed psychologist with more than 40 years in the field and over 85,000...
Money & Mental Health: How Financial Stress Is Wrecking Creators (with Constance the Money Girl)
Sep 10, 20261h 31mS2
This episode is sponsored. Money touches everything — safety, identity, relationships, sleep, and our ability to plan a future. In this episode of Let's Talk Mental Health, host Jamie sits down with Constance...
Your Nervous System Is Talking—Are You Listening? with Dr. Julie Merriman
Sep 1, 202655 minS2
What happens when stress stops feeling temporary and starts feeling normal? In this episode of Let’s Talk Mental Health: Real Conversations the System Doesn’t Have , Jamie Hairston sits down with Dr. Julie Merriman for...
Let’s Talk Mental Health: Real Conversations the System Doesn’t Have
Understanding Compassion Fatigue with Dr. Julie Merriman
Aug 27, 20261h 7m
Compassion fatigue isn’t limited to therapists, healthcare workers, or professional caregivers. It can affect anyone who continually gives their emotional energy to others while neglecting their own needs. In this...
The Science of Resilience w/ Special Guest JD Tremblay
Aug 11, 20261h 32mS2
What does it take to build resilience when discipline, motivation, and mental toughness are no longer enough? Jamie Hairston sits down with J.D. Tremblay; Canadian military veteran, author, integrated engineer...
Sometimes the hardest person to let go of isn't an employee—it's your best friend. In this bonus episode of Let's Talk Mental Health with Jamie Hairston , I'm sharing the story behind one of the most difficult business...
Finding Purpose Through Your Gifts with guest Cherita O'Dell
Jun 29, 20261h 23mS2
What happens when the life you planned changes in an instant? In this episode, I sit down with Cherita O'Dell , a transformational speaker, author, and former Olympic athlete, to discuss resilience, purpose, self-worth...
Breaking the Cycle of Financial Stress and Anxiety
Jun 25, 202635 minS2
Financial stress can impact every area of life—from your mental health and relationships to your sleep and overall well-being. In this episode, we explore the connection between money and anxiety, why financial worries...
In this episode of Let’s Talk Mental Health , we’re talking about why high-functioning people often break quietly. On the outside, they may seem productive, reliable, and in control, but underneath, they may be carrying...
<p>In this episode of Let’s Talk Mental Health, we break down what emotional exhaustion really looks like—beyond just feeling “tired.” If you’ve been feeling mentally drained, overwhelmed, disconnected, or like you’re...
Emotional Exhaustion, Burnout, and Nervous System Overload
May 25, 202646 minS2
<p>Why is everyone so exhausted right now—even after rest? In this episode of Let’s Talk Mental Health: Real Conversations the System Doesn’t Have, we dive into emotional exhaustion, burnout, nervous system overload...
Let’s Talk Mental Health: Real Conversations the System Doesn’t Have
Why Am I Like This?
May 3, 202628 minS0
<p>Before personality tests, diagnoses, or labels… there were four simple categories that tried to explain why we are the way we are.</p><p>In this episode, we go back to the roots of personality psychology—long before...
Let’s Talk Mental Health: Real Conversations the System Doesn’t Have
The Emotional Toll of Being Online for Every Disaster
Apr 15, 202623 minS0
<p>This episode explores the impact of constant negative news and doom scrolling on mental health, especially among Gen Z. It offers practical strategies to protect your nervous system and foster healthier digital...
Let’s Talk Mental Health: Real Conversations the System Doesn’t Have
Our Life Has Become a Federal Case
Mar 26, 202610 minS0
<p>This episode breaks down a personal experience navigating a federal case involving veteran mental health care. Staying within public information, I explore how systemic issues can affect outcomes and why these...
Let’s Talk Mental Health: Real Conversations the System Doesn’t Have
Black Sheep Becoming
Mar 24, 202649 minS0
<p>What happens when you stop trying to fit into a life that was never meant for you?</p><p>In this episode of Let’s Talk Mental Health, we’re diving into what it really means to be the “black sheep”—the one who...
Let’s Talk Mental Health: Real Conversations the System Doesn’t Have
When Rest Feels Impossible
Mar 10, 202644 minS0
<p>Why is it so hard to slow down—even when our bodies and minds are begging for rest?</p><p></p><p>In this episode, we dive into a reality many people experience but rarely talk about: the feeling that resting is...
Let’s Talk Mental Health: Real Conversations the System Doesn’t Have
Britt's Recovery Story
Feb 24, 202636 minS0
<p>THERE WAS AUDIO AND CAM ISSUES AND FOR SOME REASON THERE ARE PARTS THAT SKIP. I DID MY BEST TO CLEAN IT UP BUT I APOLOGIZE IN ADVANCE!</p><p></p><p>Britt joins me for an intimate conversation about recovery—how it...
Let’s Talk Mental Health: Real Conversations the System Doesn’t Have
The Money Conversation We Need to Have
Feb 22, 202622 minS0
<p>In this episode, we’re talking about the mental health conversation we avoid the most: money. Financial stress can fuel anxiety, depression, avoidance, and burnout, and the shame around it keeps so many people silent...
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