In this season finale of the podcast, Deborah Lee Smith and Shelley reflect on their journey through mental health discussions over the past five years. They revisit five key tools that have significantly impacted their understanding of mental health, including the importance of choosing one's path, grieving job loss, transforming stress into gratitude, naming emotions to tame them, and listening to the body's signals. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community, self-awareness, and the ongoing journey of mental health.

This is the season finale of season 6 but stay turned for more episodes coming soon!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mental Health Journeys

02:25 Reflecting on Five Years of Podcasting

04:18 The Importance of Choosing Your Path

22:57 Grieving Career Loss and Identity

28:05 Understanding Attachment and Letting Go

29:10 The Emotional Journey of Theater and Performance

32:10 Finding Gratitude in Stressful Times

34:56 Navigating Mental Health Challenges

38:17 The Importance of Naming Emotions

41:16 Understanding Emotional Reactions

44:07 The Role of Medication in Mental Health

46:59 Listening to Your Body's Signals

50:05 The Connection Between Mind and Body

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New here? More Than You See strips away the highlight reels to reveal the real mental health journeys of actors, artists, and creatives. Hosts Deborah Lee Smith and Shelley Regner ask the questions others avoid — exploring what was happening off stage when life looked perfect, and how depression, anxiety, and resilience shaped the people we admire.

Each episode also brings a dose of “good news” in mental health: uplifting stories, new research, and cultural shifts that remind us progress is happening. Come for the unfiltered confessions, stay for the hope, and leave knowing you’re not alone.

In this episode of the More Than You See podcast, Deborah Lee Smith discusses the Values Bridge Test, a tool designed to help individuals identify their core values and assess the alignment between their current lives and their values. She shares her personal experience with the quiz, revealing insights about her own values and how they impact her life choices. Deborah emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and encourages listeners to take the quiz to better understand themselves and make meaningful changes in their lives.

Take it here: https://thevaluesbridge.com/

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New here? More Than You See strips away the highlight reels to reveal the real mental health journeys of actors, artists, and creatives. Hosts Deborah Lee Smith and Shelley Regner ask the questions others avoid — exploring what was happening off stage when life looked perfect, and how depression, anxiety, and resilience shaped the people we admire.

Each episode also brings a dose of “good news” in mental health: uplifting stories, new research, and cultural shifts that remind us progress is happening. Come for the unfiltered confessions, stay for the hope, and leave knowing you’re not alone.

In this conversation, Deborah and Shelley discuss the intricate relationship between skincare and mental health. They explore how various skincare products can negatively impact mental well-being due to harmful ingredients, particularly endocrine disruptors. The discussion also touches on cultural beauty standards, personal experiences with natural skincare, and the importance of hormonal balance in maintaining both physical and mental health.

Article about endocrine disruptors mentioned!

Special shoutout this week to Dermatoloqi who is generously giving us 20% off your first order! Just go to www.dermatoloqi.com and use code MORETHAN at checkout!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Skincare and Mental Health

00:29 The Science Behind Skincare and Mental Health

07:59 Personal Experiences with Natural Skincare

12:56 The Importance of Hormone Regulation in Skincare

15:39 Dermatology Wrap-Up and Mental Health Connection

15:57 Engagement and Community Interaction

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New here? More Than You See strips away the highlight reels to reveal the real mental health journeys of actors, artists, and creatives. Hosts Deborah Lee Smith and Shelley Regner ask the questions others avoid — exploring what was happening off stage when life looked perfect, and how depression, anxiety, and resilience shaped the people we admire.

Each episode also brings a dose of “good news” in mental health: uplifting stories, new research, and cultural shifts that remind us progress is happening. Come for the unfiltered confessions, stay for the hope, and leave knowing you’re not alone.