Episode 31 – Nico from Normal, Illinois

Nico is 50 with a diagnosis of Schizoaffective with ADHD. She shares with us her experiences, which have often been traumatic and life-changing. Nico now works with the severely mentally ill and has a positive spiritual outlook on life. This episode deals with Adult Themes – Trigger Warning.

Music: Sign of Times – Rockin for Decades

#schizoaffective #psychosis #recovery

00:24: Introduction to the episode

00:39: Introducing Nico and her diagnoses

01:02: Nico's current mental health status

03:16: Nico's mental health journey

08:08: The impact of Nico's son's suicide on her own mental health

10:15: Discussion on hereditary nature of mental disorders

14:18: How is Nico coping now?

15:37: Nico's current role as a social worker

17:28: Working with mentally ill residents

00:17:51: Discussion on peer support workers

00:18:57: Discussion on personal growth and self-realization

00:19:29: Importance of genuine motivation in helping

00:20:06: Reflections about making a difference in life

00:21:17: Relationship with grandmother and upbringing

00:23:32: Discussion on Jesus and kindness

00:24:07: Debate on karma and universal love

00:25:07: Personal growth from childhood to adulthood

00:26:24: Discussion on negative energy and karma

00:27:15: Inquiry about belief in the afterlife

00:28:18: Discussion on the concept of afterlife

00:30:10: Discussion on feeling of the spirit world being more real

00:31:19: Reflection on the authenticity in the spirit world

00:34:01: Discussion on communication with spirits

00:35:05: Discussion on mental health and relying on feelings.

00:35:36: A shift towards a spiritual perspective

00:36:11: Near-death experience and spiritual awakening

00:37:18: Authenticity and understanding oneself

00:38:34: End of deep conversation and transition to Mental Health

00:39:52: Final thoughts and advice for struggling people

00:41:26: Favorite music discussion and conclusion of the podcast.

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