Explore a refreshing perspective on mental health — not about fixing what’s broken, but about creating a life where you can thrive. Drawing from art therapy, positive psychology, and neuroscience, Evie and Emily introduce six core pillars of mental well-being.

Through personal stories, clinical insights, and actionable steps, this episode offers a grounded, compassionate framework for cultivating everyday mental wellness.

Episode Highlights:

Rethinking Mental Health
Creativity as Foundation
Silence as Self-Discovery
True connection begins with yourself
Learning to bring your mind and body back to balance
Contribution as purpose
Progress as small wins and steps forward

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Episode 61: Foundations of Brain Health

Quick Win:

This week, pick one small action for each pillar:

Creativity: Doodle for five minutes.
Silence: Take two minutes of quiet before bed.
Connection: Text a friend or journal about your own needs.
Self-Regulation: Try a quick breathing exercise.
Contribution: Share something you’ve made with someone else.
Progress: Write down one thing you’re proud of today.

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Episode 62: Pillars of Mental Health

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Episode Credits:

We are your hosts, Emily and Evie Soape, sisters and friends in the midst of figuring out how to live our best lives. Emily Soape produces the show.

Music:

Theme Music:

“Living Life” by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠.

Break Background Music:

"Alive In It" by ⁠Ketsa⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠