Navigating Mental Health and Autism with Randi-Lee Bowslaugh from the Write or Die Show

Send us Fan MailEpisode #49Welcome back, listeners! In this compelling episode of "Advancing With Amy," your host, Amy, sits down with the dynamic and inspiring Randi Lee Bowslaugh. Randi is not only a mental health advocate but also a podcast host and author who dives deep into the complexities of mental health, developmental disabilities, and chronic illnesses.🔊 Tune in to hear:Randi-Lee's Journey:How Randi-Lee's personal struggles with depression, PTSD, and autism diagnoses shaped her life's mission.Parenting Insights:Navigating the challenges of raising a child with autism while dealing with personal mental health issues.The Power of Diagnosis:How realizing she had PTSD and autism helped Randi-Lee get the help she needed.Career Path:How her background in psychology and social work influences her current endeavors, even without finishing her psychology degree.Creative Outlets:The origins of Randi-Lee's podcast, "The Write or Die Show," where she amplifies voices discussing mental health and writing.Life with Chronic Illness:The impact of fibromyalgia and arthritis on her daily life and mental health.Writing and Reading:Randi-Lee's tips on where to find her published works and the joy she finds in supporting indie authors.📚 Special Mentions:Randi-Lee's recommended audiobook, "Embracing Me," available on Audible, which delves into the depths of depression.The Write or Die Show and where you can follow Randi-Lee's journey on Substack, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.Get ready for an episode filled with raw honesty, practical insights, and a down-to-earth discussion on how mental health intersects with every aspect of life. Whether you’re navigating your own mental health journey or looking for inspiration and community, this episode is for you.Listen now and join the conversation on mental health and resilience!📍 Find Randi-Lee Bowslaugh:Website: rbwriting.ca & http://www.writeordieshow.ca/Podcast: The Write or Die Show (available on YouTube) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSTmVQUW8K8r1sBDchLyTwAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/randileebowslaughFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rbwritingTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@randileebowslaughSubstack: Randi-Lee BowslaughBooks:  https://amzn.to/3LNbuCyDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast to support our mission of mental health advocacy! 💪🧠✨Support the showJoin a community of great women talking about living with mental health and/or neurodivergent struggles and supporting each other through life.  Currently free for a limited time here. Get a free WHO AM I Journal to learn more about yourself: https://advancingwithamy.comSign up for Amy's newsletter: https://advancingwithamy.kit.com/newsletterSupport the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2434582/supporters/newWE NEED YOU! Want to be a guest on Mental Health Warrior & Neurodivergent Advocate? Send Amy Taylor a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/advancingwithamy