On today’s episode of “Harder to Breathe'', host, founding drummer of “Maroon 5”, and licensed therapist, Ryan Dusick is joined by co-host and actor Brian “Duck” Maillard for a conversation with iconic television star and mental health activist, Mädchen Amick.
Mädchen was organized and well put together from a young age. She moved to Los Angeles at just 16 years old, and quickly found her footing in the world of acting and modeling. Her big break came with the premiere of David Lynch’s “Twin Peaks”, a TV Show that continues to make waves more than 30 years after its debut.
Her passion for mental health began when her son faced issues surrounding Bipolar Disorder. Trying to figure out the best way to help him presented her with the realization that there are way too few mental health resources available, and consequently, many people are suffering and aren’t receiving the support that they require. Today, her “Don’t Mind Me” Foundation aims to create a center in Palm Springs designed to help hundreds of individuals within the community, regardless of circumstance or background.
The three all share a great passion for both the arts, and for mental health, and their commitment to making the world a better and healthier place is admirable. If you’d like to learn more or Donate to Mädchen Amick’s “Don’t Mind Me” Foundation, please visit: www.dontmindme.org
0:00:37 Introduction & Super Bowl Commercials
0:04:31 Ryan’s Cynicism
0:08:10 The Essential Draw of Sports
0:16:01 Increased Apathy as an Adult
0:20:52 Today’s Guest: Mädchen Amick
0:23:23 Mädchen Amick Joins the Podcast
0:24:17 Finding Common Ground
0:27:00 Shifting Careers Toward Mental Health
0:35:18 Understanding BiPolar Disorder
0:40:25 Substance Abuse & Self-Medicating
0:42:27 Co-Occurring Disorders
0:46:22 Different Forms of BiPolar Disorder
0:48:21 Mental Health Perception Earlier in Life
0:52:25 Moving to L.A. at 16
0:54:07 Thrust Into the Spotlight Through Twin Peaks
1:01:58 The Cultural Impact of Twin Peaks
1:03:07 Retreating From Stardom
1:06:42 Transcendental Meditation
1:10:07 Mädchen’s Personal Connection to Meditation
1:11:46 The “Don’t Mind Me” Foundation’s Current Efforts
1:15:17 Upcoming Fundraising Gala: “Shadows to Light”
1:20:37 The Need For Comprehensive Care
1:25:15 Wrap Up & Conclusion
More on Mädchen Amick:
Official Website: https://www.themadchenamick.com/
“Don't’ Mind Me” Foundation Website: https://www.dontmindme.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madchenamick/
Ready to Dive Deeper?:
BenBella Books Author Page - https://benbellabooks.com/authors/dusick-ryan/
Amazon Book Page - https://www.amazon.com/Harder-Breathe-Memoir-Finding-Recovery/dp/1637742339/
WWSG Speaker Page - https://wwsg.com/speakers/ryan-dusick/
Psychology Today Therapist Profile - https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/937599
Stay Up to Date on the Podcast: @hardertobreathepodcast
Follow Ryan on Social Media:
IG - @ryan_michael_dusick
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