Chelsea is joined this week by Atsuko Okatsuka to talk about growing up with a mentally ill parent, not being afraid to ask for what you need, and the trouble with tampons.  Then: A neurodivergent woman struggles to feel valued and worthy.  A college grad decides to break up with his boyfriend - who’s also financially dependent on him.  And a recovering bulimic wrestles with the shame of a disorder that’s cost her so much for so long.  If you’d like to donate to Anna’s GoFundMe, click here!

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Edited & Engineered by Brandon Dickert

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