8: Self-Care Spending Trap: When Wellness Becomes Overconsumption
We have a bit of a lighter episode planned this week and second part coming tomorrow in order to help distract you and keep you company during this election week! In this conversation, Amanda White, LPC and Sam Dalton, LCSW discuss the frustration and misinformation surrounding wellness trends and beauty standards. They highlight the dangers of believing in made-up terms like 'cortisol face' an...
50m Nov 06, 2024
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7: When Their Breakup Feels Like Yours: The Psychology of Celebrity Relationships
Licensed therapists, Amanda White, LPC and Sam Dalton, LCSW have a conversation about the public's reaction to celebrity relationships and breakups, focusing on the recent reunion and divorce of Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck. It delves into the pressure and expectations placed on celebrities and the projection of our own desires onto their relationships. The hosts discuss the impact of social...
44m Oct 30, 2024
44m
6: Coaching v. Therapy and How to Be an Informed Social Media Consumer
Licensed therapists Sam Dalton, LCSW and Amanda White, LPC explore the challenges of navigating mental health content on social media and the importance of discernment. They highlight the need to focus on basic self-care before diving into niche trends. They discuss the impact of social media on mental health and the difficulty of finding accurate and helpful information. They emphasize the imp...
45m Oct 23, 2024
45m
5: Chappell Roan: The Nuance of Fame, Mental Health & Public Perception
In this episode of the Nuance Needed Podcast, Amanda and Sam delve into the recent backlash surrounding artist Chappell Roan, particularly focusing on her decision to cancel performances for mental health reasons. They explore the complexities of social media reactions, the pressures of fame, and the importance of nuanced discussions in the face of polarized opinions.They explore the challenges...
44m Oct 16, 2024
44m
4: BONUS: Hurricane Influencers and Social Media Misinformation
* Please note we recorded this during the evacuation, so the audio is not up to our normal level. We appreciate you understanding* In this episode of the Nuance Needed Podcast, Amanda White, LPC and Sam Dalton, LCSW discuss the complexities of navigating personal experiences during natural disasters, particularly focusing on the recent hurricane. They explore the emotional impact of such events...
53m Oct 15, 2024
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3: Momtok, Mormonism & Faith Deconstruction
In this episode, Amanda and Sam delve into the Hulu series 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,' exploring the cultural implications and personal experiences tied to Mormonism. They discuss the impact of reality TV on perceptions of the culture, the struggles with shame and accountability, and the complexities of emotional responses within a patriarchal framework. This episode is especially impo...
58m Oct 10, 2024
58m
1: Who We Are and How We Got Here
Amanda White, LPC and Sam Dalton, LCSW introduce their new podcast, Nuance Needed, and discuss why they created it. They talk about their frustration with social media and how it has impacted mental health content. They emphasize the importance of nuance and the dangers of oversimplification. They also discuss the difference between normal human experiences and mental health disorders. Overall...
36m Oct 09, 2024
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2: The Weaponization of Boundaries
Licensed therapists, Amanda White, LPC and Sam Dalton, LCSW discuss the topic of boundaries and how they are often misconstrued. They explore the difference between boundaries, norms, and expectations, emphasizing the importance of understanding intentions and allowing for mistakes. They highlight the need for nuance and grace in navigating boundaries, both in personal relationships and online ...
51m Oct 09, 2024
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Nuance Needed Trailer
The internet is saturated with content that talks about mental health in all the wrong ways. Licensed therapists, Amanda White and Sam Dalton, know firsthand the harm and confusion that this causes. We are on a mission to bring nuance back to the internet and help you make sense of it all. Together, we’ll psychoanalyze internet culture, debunk TikTok trends, and teach you how to *actually* care...
2m Sep 18, 2024
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