Why Don't We Talk About This?
You already know that there are a bunch of things people talk about in pockets or completely avoid. Things that may be controversial or uncomfortable but we need to get them off our chest. During "Why Don’t We Talk About This?", licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist, Paula McMillan-Perez speaks with folks whose learned experiences and/or professions give way to a diverse knowledge of topics that we just aren't talking about...but should be!
Podcasting since 2022 • 147 episodes
Why Don't We Talk About This?
Latest Episodes
Talking about ADHD and Addiction with Ron Souers III
Ron discusses his approach to helping males with ADHD, depression, and addiction. He emphasizes the importance of understanding and connecting with clients on a deep level, leveraging his own experiences. Ron and Paula explore the overlap betwe...
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Episode 146
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51:53
Talking about Gratitude When Life Feels Heavy
Paula discusses the challenges of expressing gratitude during difficult times, emphasizing the importance of gratitude as a grounding practice rather than a performance. She highlights the complexities faced by marginalized communities, includi...
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Episode 145
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39:12
Talking about Navigating College Admissions with Shellee Howard
Shellee discusses her mission to help families navigate college admissions without debt. She shares her personal journey as a first-generation college student and the challenges faced by her son, who became an orthopedic surgeon without debt. S...
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Episode 144
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54:35
Talking about Neurodivergent Masking in Adulthood
Paula discusses neurodivergent masking in adulthood and defines masking as the daily effort to appear normal, which can lead to burnout, identity confusion, and emotional exhaustion. She identifies that masking often begins in childhood and evo...
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Episode 143
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31:39
Talking about Survival in SNAP
Paula discusses the impact of the community members nationwide who are recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps. She shares personal and professional experiences with SNAP, quotes from cu...
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Episode 142
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37:20