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Process the Journey
by Dr. April Watts
Welcome to Process the Journey with me, your host, Dr. April Watts. I’m a licensed counselor and I love the Bachelor (and the Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise), so on this podcast I combine these passions by sharing a mental health perspective on all things Bachelor Nation. Expect both fun and helpful discussions, recaps, and interviews about all things Bachelor Nation--highlighting topics relevant to mental and emotional wellness!
Episodes
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#14: Addressing Eating Disorders -- w/Alisa Stamps, MSS, LCSW
In this episode, Alisa Stamps, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, joins me to discuss the connection between reality TV shows like the Bachelor and the Bachelorette and eating disorders/disordered eating. This conversation came about because of Jamie's (from The Bachelor: Listen to Your Heart)…
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#13: Healing from Anorexia with Yoga w/Brooke Davidson, RYT
Jamie Gabrielle from The Bachelor: Listen to Your Heart recently shared that she has struggled with an eating disorder since she was 14 and since the show, the eating disorder has "taken over her life". On this note, I wanted to bring a guest on that could help provide insight in this world.…
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#12: Miscarriage, Stillbirth, & Healing -- w/Joan Baldwin
Joan Baldwin joins me from Maine, USA to share her heartbreaking, touching, and inspiring story through miscarriage, a stillbirth with her daughter Maeve, and her joy with her now 2 year old daughter, Vera. We talk about: Arie (former Bachelor) and Lauren’s recent miscarriage Joan’s journey…
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#11: Racism, Mental Health, & Allyship -- w/Gabbi Davis, MPH
In this episode I am joined by an almost licensed counselor and member of the Black community, Gabbi Davis. We discuss: Current events in Bachelor Nation that pertain to racism Hannah Brown's efforts to become more anti-racist The news that Matt James is the new Bachelor How racism impacts mental...
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#10: Communication Tips for Everyone (Bachelor Contestants AND in Conversations re: Racism & Social Justice)-- w/Krysteena Stephens, LAMFT, LPC
In this episode, I am joined by a couples therapist, Krysteena Stephens, LAMFT, LPC. We discuss communication and give examples from Listen to Your Heart and from the most recent season of The Bachelor (with Peter Weber). Krysteena shares her thoughts on some of these contestants' relationships,...
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#9: Dealing with Rejection & Core Beliefs in the Bachelor Limo & Beyond -- with Lindsay Ralston, LCPC, NCC
Lindsay Ralston, LCPC, NCC joins me to discuss the heartbreaking (but relatable) statements contestants often make when exiting the show after rejection-- things like "what did I do wrong" or "I'm never good enough" (we also briefly discuss Hannah Brown's memorable exit statements when she was on...
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#8: The Danger of Defining our Realities & Relationships with Reality TV (like The Bachelor)-- with Hannah Riley
In this episode, Hannah gives us an insight into her childhood and how much of an influence reality TV shows (like The Bachelor, The Bachelorette, and more) had on her ideas of relationships, sexuality, and values. She has come a long way and makes some great points that are very relatable. She...
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#7: Competitive Dating on the Bachelor and in Real Life-- with Kara McCutchen
On this guest episode, Kara McCutchen and I discuss the world of dating these days and how it sometimes feels like a competition, not unlike what we see in the Bachelor franchise. Kara shares her personal story of forming more intentional friendships, competition for men in the dating world, and...
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#6: What can we learn from the Bachelor during COVID 19?
A short segment about my email series, 10 Lessons we can Learn from the Bachelor During COVID-19! In this episode I share the first 5 "lessons". I hope you enjoy and always please follow me on Instagram @draprilwatts and check out my website to sign up for the email series at draprilwatts.com.
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#5: Bullying in Bachelor Nation and in Our Own Lives
In this brief solo episode, I share my thoughts about bullying and cyberbullying both on the Bachelor franchise shows and off of them (fans often cyberbully contestants). I explain what bullying is, the negative side effects (there are many) of being a victim and someone who bullies, and give…
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#4: Diet Culture in Bachelor Nation-- with Danielle Basye, RDN, LD
What is diet culture? Why does it matter? And how does it show up in our beloved Bachelor shows? What can we do about it? Danielle Basye, Registered Dietitian, is a wonderful guest to discuss these questions and more. To connect with Danielle, check out her website gentlynourished.net or follow…
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#3: Self Compassion: For Ourselves, For Bachelor Contestants-- with Jillian Winters, LCPC
My FIRST guest on the Process the Journey podcast, Jillian Winters, LCPC. She will walk us through what self compassion is (and what it isn't) and how we can apply it to our "guilty" pleasure of the Bachelor and how "villains" like Victoria F. can use it too. If you enjoyed this episode please...
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#2: Jamie (Listen to Your Heart) has anxiety (as many do), so here are a bunch of tips for dealing with anxiety!
Last night in Listen to Your Heart, Jamie had a lot of anxiety about performing-- we all deal with anxiety sometimes! What is anxiety? LOTS of tips for managing anxiety What to do for more support Thanks for listening! Please share if you know of anyone who might enjoy this episode or the…
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#1: Introducing Process the Journey, a Mental Health Podcast about the Bachelor Franchise
In this introductory episode, I cover 1) who I am (Dr. April Watts, Licensed Professional Counselor in Idaho), 2) my "journey" into watching the Bachelor and starting this podcast, 3) my goals/hopes for the show which can be summed up by saying I hope to talk about the Bachelor from a mental...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Process the Journey with me, your host, Dr. April Watts. I’m a licensed counselor and I love the Bachelor (and the Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise), so on this podcast I combine these passions by sharing a mental health perspective on all things Bachelor Nation. Expect both fun and helpful discussions, recaps, and interviews about all things Bachelor Nation--highlighting topics relevant to mental and emotional wellness!
HOSTED BY
Dr. April Watts
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What is Process the Journey about?
Welcome to Process the Journey with me, your host, Dr. April Watts. I’m a licensed counselor and I love the Bachelor (and the Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise), so on this podcast I combine these passions by sharing a mental health perspective on all things Bachelor Nation. Expect both fun and...
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