she persisted

she persisted

gen z talks about mental health more than any generation before—but most of what we hear online is incomplete, unproven, or impractical. she persisted bridges that gap. hosted by sadie sutton, a 23-year-old upenn psychology grad who’s lived the struggle and now studies the science, each episode turns proven psychology and personal insight into clear, relatable steps—making mental health make sense. subscribe for weekly episodes! @shepersistedpodcast hello@shepersistedpodcast.com shepersistedpodcast.com

Episodes

262. your life isn’t going to feel like this forever (feat. dr. blaise aguirre)

September 7, 2026 • 24 mins
want to hear an expert’s opinion on the teen mental health crisis?! today’s guest is dr. blaise aguirre—an assistant professor in psychiatry at harvard medical school in the department of psychiatry. he is a child and adolescent psychiatrist and the founding medical director of the 3east dialectical behavior therapy continuum of care at harvard affiliated mclean hospital.  in part two of last week’s co...
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261. what if part of you doesn’t want to get better? (feat. dr. blaise aguirre)

August 22, 2026 • 28 mins
why are some people afraid to ask for help, even when their mental health is getting WORSE?! today’s guest is dr. blaise aguirre—an assistant professor in psychiatry at harvard medical school in the department of psychiatry. he is a child and adolescent psychiatrist and the founding medical director of the 3east dialectical behavior therapy continuum of care at harvard affiliated mclean hospital.  in this episode, ...
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260. you don’t have to be in crisis to need help (feat. hailey hardcastle)

August 7, 2026 • 31 mins
if you want to learn more about how our generation can create lasting change in mental health, this episode is for you! today’s guest is hailey hardcastle—a gen z mental health advocate who helped pass landmark legislation in oregon allowing students to take mental health days off from school. she was honored by teen vogue as one of the "21 under 21: young women changing the world," and her ted talk on student mental he...
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259. why you feel LOST after graduation (what actually helps!)

July 23, 2026 • 36 mins
i’ve recently made a big career change and learned a LOT about my mental health along the way… so let’s talk about it!  in this solo episode, i’m explaining what sparked this transition in my life & how i’m planning on optimizing this period of change to improve my routines, habits, and overall mental health.  so, if you’re also going through a major life shift in your 20s– o...
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258. why you never feel good enough (even when you're doing everything right) dr. marisa g franco

July 16, 2026 • 22 mins
how can someone have high self-esteem but low self-worth??! today’s guest is dr. marisa g. franco— a psychologist, author, professor, and friendship expert. she writes about how to build relationships with yourself and others for psychology today and has been a featured connection expert for major publications like the new york times, the telegraph, and vice. in this episode, we continue last week’s conversation o...
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257. why you can be loved and still feel unlovable (feat. dr. marisa franco)

July 4, 2026 • 26 mins
why do some people struggle to accept love?? today’s guest is dr. marisa g. franco— a psychologist, author, professor, and friendship expert. she writes about how to build relationships with yourself and others for psychology today and has been a featured connection expert for major publications like the new york times, the telegraph, and vice. in this episode, we talk about how our self-worth impacts our ability to lov...
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256. 10 years of therapy in 20 minutes (what i wish i learned sooner!)

May 4, 2026 • 20 mins
wanna know what over a decade of therapy, a psychology degree, and my own podcast have taught me about mental health?! in this solo episode, i’m breaking down the key takeaways that i’ve learned throughout my mental health journey. in honor of it being mental health awareness month, i’m condensing everything i’ve learned from receiving intensive mental health care and years of dbt therapy as a suicidally dep...
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255. why it’s so hard to ask for help (and how to start!)

April 17, 2026 • 23 mins
if your mental health is getting worse, but asking for help feels like too much, this episode is for YOU.  in this solo episode, i explain why so many of us can be reluctant to open up about our mental health before breaking down the techniques you can try to be more vulnerable.  by the end of this episode, you’ll learn how to lower your anxiety around asking for help– because vulnerability is the key to rec...
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254. how to help someone who doesn’t want help (without making it worse)

April 4, 2026 • 19 mins
how do you help someone who’s struggling with depression?? in this solo episode, i answer a mom's question on how she can best support her son with his depression. i explain how my mental health journey taught me what the best– and worst!– ways are to be there for someone who’s depressed– and three conversation ideas you can try out.   whether you’re a parent, sibling, or friend, this...
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253. why therapy didn’t work… until this

March 19, 2026 • 24 mins
when i think about a major turning point in my mental health journey, this one conversation is truly what kickstarted my recovery.  in this solo episode, i break down the moment in intensive mental health treatment that changed my outlook on mental health recovery, what led me to being hospitalized for my mental health in the first place, & how i began to recover from severe depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation.&nbs...
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252. stop overthinking—ask yourself this!

March 2, 2026 • 13 mins
are you a chronic emotional over-invester?! in this solo episode, i explain how a simple mental health mantra transformed my mentality around emotional boundaries and even lowered my anxiety! by the end of this episode, you’ll know how to stop the emotional over-involvement and start prioritizing your mental health.  i talk about: • the mental health mantra that’s changed my life  • why stress can actua...
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251. why college feels different for gen z (feat. dr. scott barry kaufman)

February 25, 2026 • 14 mins
why is the college experience SO different for our generation??! today’s guest is dr. scott barry kaufman— a psychologist, coach, professor, keynote speaker, and best-selling author who is passionate about helping all kinds of minds live a creative, fulfilling, and self-actualized life. he is a professor of psychology at columbia university and host of the psychology podcast, which has received over 30 million downloads...
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250. why high achievers still struggle with mental health

February 16, 2026 • 17 mins
#250 🍿 watch on ⁠spotify⁠ & ⁠youtube⁠ 💌 ⁠ask me a question⁠ or leave feedback on the podcast! are you tired of constantly choosing between your mental health versus everything else on your plate?! in this solo episode, i answer a listener’s question that a LOT of college students and postgrads struggle with: how do you prioritize success while still taking care of your mental health?  by sharing some of my favorite...
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249. what to do during a panic attack (when nothing else works!!)

February 11, 2026 • 12 mins
#249 🍿 watch on ⁠spotify⁠ & ⁠youtube⁠ 💌 ⁠ask me a question⁠ or leave feedback on the podcast! if you struggle with panic attacks and haven’t found a way to stop them, this episode will change that completely! in this solo episode, i share my psychology-backed hack to end 100% of your panic attacks. by the end of this episode, you’ll have a mental health skill in your toolbox designed for curbing every panic attack...
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248. why “look on the bright side” doesn’t work (do THIS instead!)

February 3, 2026 • 15 mins
#248 🍿 watch on ⁠spotify⁠ & ⁠youtube⁠ 💌 ⁠ask me a question⁠ or leave feedback on the podcast! if you struggle with depression, you might be facing a brain bias that’s stopping you from healing. this solo episode explains how your brain is holding you back and why daily diaries can move your mental health forward.  by the end of this episode, you’ll know the three easy aspects of your mental health you can kee...
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247. do i need therapy, or is this just life?

January 20, 2026 • 16 mins
#247 🍿 watch on ⁠spotify⁠ & ⁠youtube⁠ 💌 ⁠ask me a question⁠ or leave feedback on the podcast! if you’ve ever wondered if you need therapy, or are just “being dramatic”, this episode is for YOU! in this solo episode, i’m unpacking the two key signs that you should get help for your mental health.  by the end of this episode, you’ll know how to spot the red flags that your mental health could ...
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246. why external validation keeps you stuck! (feat. dr. scott barry kaufman)

January 15, 2026 • 16 mins
#246 🍿 watch on spotify & youtube 💌 ask me a question or leave feedback on the podcast! ‘self-actualization’ isn’t just a tiktok buzzword– it’s how you can unlock your true potential using psychology. today’s guest is dr. scott barry kaufman— a psychologist, coach, professor, keynote speaker, and best-selling author who is passionate about helping all kinds of minds live a creative, f...
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245. you’re not bad at friendships! (here’s what’s happening)

January 8, 2026 • 15 mins
#245 🍿 watch on ⁠spotify⁠ & ⁠youtube⁠ 💌 ⁠ask me a question⁠ or leave feedback on the podcast! if you’re struggling with finding new friends as a postgrad, this episode is for YOU. in this solo episode, i’m sharing my favorite ways to make friends, stay connected, and avoid feeling lonely after graduating college! from making time to be social despite your new 9-to-5 to keeping in touch with long-distance friends, ...
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244. why forcing habits never works (and what actually helps)

January 6, 2026 • 15 mins
#244 🍿 watch on ⁠spotify⁠ & ⁠youtube⁠ 💌 ⁠ask me a question⁠ or leave feedback on the podcast! this year, we’re NOT setting any more new year’s resolutions we can’t follow through on. in this solo episode, i’m breaking down how you can achieve all your personal, career, and wellness goals in 2026– and no, we’re not just manifesting, we’re using science.  tune into this episode to ...
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243. being lonely in your 20s is fixable (featuring dr. jeffrey hall)

December 21, 2025 • 47 mins
#243 🍿 watch on spotify & youtube 💌 ask me a question or leave feedback on the podcast! is it possible to be lonely even if you’re more social than ever?! today’s guest is dr. jeffrey hall— the department chair and professor of communication studies at the university of kansas, where he researches how to elevate positive online experiences through meaningful social interaction and relationships. his book re...
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