My Brain Está Spicy
My Brain Está Spicy dives into the highs, lows, and hilarity of living with anxiety and navigating mental health in everyday life. Through storytelling and lighthearted conversations, co-hosts Melisa and Christy share their personal experiences, laugh through life’s absurdities, and explore how cultural identity shapes their journey. The show is not only a safe space for discussing anxiety but also celebrates resilience, humor, and the benefits of a good cry. Occasionally, they bring on guests to share diverse perspectives. We’re not here to diagnose or prescribe; we’re here to share our lives—overthinking family gatherings, navigating el qué dirán, and finding the humor in our spicy brains. So grab yourself a cafecito, tea or something with an extra kick if you like, and join us as we let our hair down about life. Let’s embrace the spice together—because what’s life without a little kick?
Episodes

Thursday Feb 20, 2025
Thursday Feb 20, 2025
In the very first episode of My Brain Está Spicy, hosts Melisa and Christy dive into the realities of overthinking and mental health, with a special focus on doomscrolling. They open up about their personal experiences—Melisa shares how stepping away from social media has impacted her anxiety and overall well-being, while Christy discusses her challenges with health-related anxiety. Along the way, they explore the struggle of balancing social media use, the importance of compartmentalizing, and offer their real life tips for anyone looking to cut down on screen time and reclaim their mental space.
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Thursday Feb 20, 2025
Thursday Feb 20, 2025
My Brain Está Spicy dives into the highs, lows, and hilarity of living with anxiety and navigating mental health in everyday life. Through storytelling and lighthearted conversations, co-hosts Melisa and Christy share their personal experiences, laugh through life’s absurdities, and explore how cultural identity shapes their journey. The show is not only a safe space for discussing anxiety but also celebrates resilience, humor, and the benefits of a good cry. Occasionally, they bring on guests to share diverse perspectives.