Ginger and Chocolate

Shoot us a text.SummaryIn this episode of the Ginger and Chocolate podcast, hosts Lindsay and Mike share personal updates, including Lindsay's job change and Mike's experiences with music and the military. They delve into the topic of depression, discussing the differences between sadness and depression, and exploring various types of depression, including major depressive disorder

Shoot us a text.In this episode of the Ginger and Chocolate podcast, hosts Mike and Lindsay share their personal experiences with mental health, specifically focusing on bipolar disorder and ADHD. They discuss the importance of medication, therapy, and lifestyle changes in managing these conditions. The conversation also addresses common misconceptions about ADHD, the impact of hyp

Shoot us a text.SummaryIn this episode of the Ginger and Chocolate podcast, hosts Lindsay and Mike delve into the topic of stress, exploring its various sources, impacts, and coping mechanisms. They share personal insights about their experiences with stress, including financial pressures, work-related anxiety, and the challenges of maintaining relationships. The conversation highl

Shoot us a text.SummaryIn this episode of the Ginger and Chocolate podcast, hosts Mike and Lindsay engage in a heartfelt conversation with veteran Matt Bowen about the Gold Star Initiative, the significance of carrying the flag in races, and the unique experience of participating in the Dopey Challenge at Disney. They explore themes of honor, community, and the shared human experie

Shoot us a text.SummaryIn this episode of the Ginger Chocolate Podcast, hosts Mike and Lindsay delve into the complexities of sugar addiction, discussing personal experiences, cravings, and emotional connections to sugar. They explore strategies for reducing sugar intake, the impact of caffeine, and the importance of rewarding progress without relying on sugary treats. The conversa

Shoot us a text.SummaryIn this episode of the Ginger and Chocolate podcast, hosts Mike and Lindsay discuss the challenges of self-care, the importance of sleep, and the impact of negative self-talk and perfectionism on mental health. They share personal experiences and insights on finding balance in health routines, the role of mindfulness, and the significance of treating oneself

Shoot us a text.SummaryIn this episode of the Ginger on Chocolate podcast, Lindsay and Mike engage in a candid conversation with returning guest Peggy about personal experiences with mental health, the impact of mental illness on relationships, and the stigma surrounding these issues. They discuss the transition from triathlon to CrossFit, the importance of physical health in maint

Shoot us a text.This week we bring you Part 2 of our interview with Captain Stephanie Lincoln of Fire Team Whiskey Military Fitness, who details her journey of survival in the vast Olympia National Forest. You can read the full story in her book, Born to Be Brave. Buy the Book: Born to Be BraveThanks for listening to the Ginger and Chocolate Podcast. Check out our website at ginger

Shoot us a text.This week Mike and Lindsay sit down with Stephanie Lincoln, Mental Health Counselor, Fitness Trainer and Author to talk about her career in the National Guard as a mental health professional, and we preview her book "Born to Be Brave". This is episode 1 of 2 with Steph.Connect with Steph:Instagramwww.borntobebravebook.comwww.warriorwellnessprograms.comcptlincoln@fir

Shoot us a text.This week on G&C, Lindsay and Mike discuss how to create a sustainable workout plan, why working out is an important part of mental hygiene, and find out what AI thinks Lindsays's workouts should be.Thanks for listening to the Ginger and Chocolate Podcast. Check out our website at gingerandchocolate.com to get in touch with us. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook and