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908-What is the Endocannabinoid System _ Marijuana Awareness Series

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to the Endocannabinoid System 00:02:47 - The interaction of the endocannabinoid system with other systems 00:05:31 - The Endocannabinoid System and Receptors 00:08:25 - The Role of CB2 Receptors in Reducing Inflammation 00:11:46 - The effects of cannabinoids on hunger and mood 00:14:34 - The Effects of Exogenous Cannabinoids on Reproductive System and Mood 00:17:31 - The Role of the Endocannabinoid System in Memory Regulation 00:20:50 - Dysregulation in the System and Social Reward 00:23:48 - The Endocannabinoid System and Potential Treatment Targets 00:26:55 - The Impact of Omega-3 on Stress Reduction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 5, 202328 min

907-6 Tips for Anxiety and Depression Relief REWIRE.

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to icbt and the limitations of icbt apps 00:02:44 - Coping with Anxiety and Depression Symptoms 00:05:34 - Recognizing Signs of Distress and Rewiring Your Thoughts 00:08:19 - Recognizing Signs of Distress 00:10:59 - Practicing Distress Tolerance Skills 00:13:57 - Identifying Cognitive Distortions 00:16:33 - Reframing Distorted Thoughts 00:19:28 - Challenging Distorted Thinking Patterns 00:22:01 - Exploring Prior Experiences and Beliefs 00:24:50 - Using Apps vs Applying the Rewire Approach Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 2, 202326 min

906-12 Tips for Helping Someone with Abandonment Anxiety _ CBT Relationship Counseling

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Symptoms of Abandonment Anxiety and Insecure Attachment 00:03:06 - Understanding Splitting and Clinging Behavior in Relationships 00:06:22 - Communication and Love Languages for Abandonment Anxiety 00:09:57 - Abandonment Anxiety and Dysregulation 00:13:36 - The Stress Response System and Abandonment Anxiety 00:17:06 - Controlling Behaviors and Feeling Safe 00:20:55 - Setting Boundaries in Relationships 00:24:19 - Projection, suspicion, and abandonment anxiety 00:27:57 - Supporting Someone with Abandonment Anxiety 00:31:29 - Relationship Support for Caregivers and Loved Ones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 30, 202332 min

905-Tips for Understanding and Coping with Trauma and Grief during the Holidays

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Grief, Loss, and Trauma: Understanding the Connection 00:07:19 - The Impact of Inflammation on Pain Tolerance and Sleep 00:14:19 - Managing Anxiety and Grief 00:21:05 - Understanding Behavior as Communication 00:28:06 - Triggers and Grief during the Holidays 00:34:56 - Coping with Triggers During the Holidays 00:42:02 - Coping with Stress During the Holidays 00:48:41 - Allowing for Feelings and Seeking Help 00:55:16 - coping with holiday triggers 01:01:47 - Dealing with Triggers and Stressors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 28, 20231h 2m

904-How To Cope with Holiday Stress and Triggers _ Relapse Prevention Counseling

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Coping with Holiday Stress and Triggers 00:02:38 - Signs of Relapse During the Holidays 00:05:21 - The Effects of Substance Use on the Body 00:07:47 - Practicing Mindfulness During the Holidays 00:10:15 - Developing Tools for a Positive Mindset 00:12:49 - Dealing with Cravings and Longings 00:15:27 - Potential Triggers in Old Places 00:18:08 - Preparing for the Holiday Season 00:20:35 - Dealing with Loneliness and Unacceptance 00:23:17 - Finding Meaning in the Present Moment 00:25:41 - Coping with Grief and Stress during the Holidays 00:28:24 - Safeguarding Your Power and Coping Strategies 00:31:13 - Managing Triggers During the Holidays 00:33:54 - Finding Joy in Giving to Others During the Holidays 00:36:27 - Finding Comfort in Community 00:39:09 - Mindful Eating Strategies for Holiday Gatherings 00:41:46 - Coping with Holiday Triggers 00:44:14 - Taking care of mental health during the holidays 00:46:54 - Finding Free Activities for the Holidays 00:49:23 - Supporting Mental Health During the Holidays 00:51:57 - Addressing Rejection, Isolation, and Failure Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 25, 202353 min

903-15 Tips for Helping Someone with PTSD cPTSD or Trauma _ Relationship Skills

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Being in a Relationship with PTSD or CPTSD 00:03:37 - Withdrawal and Isolation 00:06:55 - Helping Others through Traumatic Experiences 00:10:06 - Accommodating Hyper Vigilance 00:13:46 - Helping People with Trauma and Sleep Difficulties 00:17:09 - The Impact of Traumatic Injury on Attitudes and Perceptions 00:20:14 - Understanding Numbing and Dysregulation in Trauma 00:23:43 - Compassion for the Exhausted 00:27:26 - Supporting People with Trauma 00:30:48 - Impact of Loved Ones' Mental Health on Yourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 23, 202332 min

902-Relapse Prevention Awareness and Activities for Recovery _ Self Help Techniques

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Life Lessons from Plants 00:01:12 - The Power of Nurturing Small Ideas 00:02:29 - Meeting Plant Nutritional Needs 00:03:36 - Meeting Individual Needs for Growth and Development 00:04:47 - The Importance of Individual Characteristics and Micro Systems 00:06:02 - Adapting to Our Environments 00:07:11 - Adapting to Changes in the Economy, Politics, and Social Media 00:08:24 - Adaptation and Efficiency in Plants 00:09:34 - The Importance of Circadian Rhythms in Sleep and Health 00:10:39 - The Importance of Solid Friendships and Health 00:11:52 - The Impact of Mood on Those Around You 00:13:01 - The Purpose of Weeds in the Garden 00:14:12 - Choking out Biodiversity 00:15:18 - The Importance of Mutualism in Plant Growth 00:16:26 - Taking Advantage of Different Levels of Soil Structure 00:17:45 - Adapting to Different Environments 00:18:59 - The Effects of Daylight on Plant Growth 00:20:08 - Adapting to Survive: Lessons from Plants 00:21:20 - Support the Channel 00:22:26 - Pruning Weaknesses and Managing Energy 00:23:37 - Vulnerability to Stress and Mental Health 00:24:50 - The Healing Power of Time 00:26:02 - Life cycles and energy allocation in plants 00:27:12 - Thriving in Synergy with the Surroundings 00:28:28 - The Role of Smell in Plant Defense and Reproduction 00:29:40 - What Would Plants Do? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 21, 202330 min

901-9 Tips for Helping Someone with Anxiety _ Relationship Skills

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Being in a Relationship with Someone with Generalized Anxiety 00:00:49 - Coping with Generalized Anxiety 00:01:55 - Symptoms and Support for Generalized Anxiety 00:03:04 - Understanding Generalized Anxiety Disorder 00:04:09 - Identifying Triggers for Worry 00:05:13 - Managing Anxiety and Vulnerabilities in Different Settings 00:06:19 - Understanding Irritability and Mental Awareness 00:07:33 - Addressing Poor Sleep Hygiene 00:08:27 - Strategies for better sleep 00:09:37 - The Fight or Flight Response and Vulnerability to Threats 00:10:43 - The Impact of Poor Sleep on Exhaustion 00:11:48 - Restlessness and Anxiety 00:12:53 - Managing Anxiety Triggers and Symptoms 00:13:59 - Symptoms of Persistent Anxiety 00:15:05 - The Effects of Anxiety on Physical Health 00:16:17 - Managing Pain and Stress 00:17:21 - Helpful Strategies for Better Focus and Productivity 00:18:27 - Gut Microbiome and Upset Stomach from Anxiety 00:19:35 - Supporting Your Loved One with Anxiety 00:20:41 - Managing Anxiety and Anger in Relationships 00:21:44 - Identifying Triggers and Vulnerabilities 00:23:01 - Supporting Someone with Anxiety 00:23:58 - Supporting a Loved One with Anxiety 00:24:58 - Coping with Anxiety and Supporting Others Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 18, 202327 min

900-Stress, Hormones and Mental Health _ Understanding the HPG Axis

Chapters: 00:00:00 - The Hypothalamic Pituitary Gonadal Axis and Mental Health 00:02:26 - The Role of HPA Axis and HPG Axis in Affective Disorders 00:05:03 - The Impact of Gonadal Hormones on Reproductive Organs 00:07:32 - The Impact of Caregivers on Child Development 00:09:59 - The Effects of Estrogen and Testosterone on the Body 00:12:30 - The Effects of Hormones on Sexual Behavior 00:15:08 - Progesterone and Cortisol in Chronic Stress 00:17:45 - The effects of hormones on anxiety 00:20:24 - The Dangers of Over-The-Counter DHEA 00:23:00 - The Relationship Between the HPG and the HPA Axes 00:25:37 - The Connection between PCOS and Depression 00:28:23 - The Impact of Stress on Hormonal Regulation 00:31:06 - The Role of the Endocrine System in Neurocognitive Issues 00:33:43 - Addressing the underlying issues contributing to cognitive dysfunction 00:36:19 - Dysfunction in the HPA Axis and PCOS 00:38:49 - The Impact of Stress on Neuroprotective Hormones 00:41:29 - Effects of Stress on Hormone Levels 00:44:10 - The impact of insulin on cognitive function 00:46:46 - The Impact of Opioids on Hormone Levels 00:49:17 - Strategies for Managing Pain and Hormone Imbalances 00:51:53 - Promoting Emotional Well-being Through Mindfulness and Laughter 00:54:13 - The Effects of Weighted Blankets and Vests on Neurochemicals 00:56:48 - Increasing Health Literacy 00:59:09 - Answering Danielle's Question about Cancer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 16, 20231h 0m

899-17 Tips for Helping Someone with ADHD _ Relationship Skills

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Being in a relationship with someone who has ADHD 00:01:45 - Symptoms of ADHD: Hyper Focus and Emotional Dysregulation 00:03:33 - Hyper Focus and ADHD 00:05:12 - Breaking Hyper Focus 00:06:44 - Addressing rejection and frustration with ADHD symptoms 00:08:32 - Hyper vigilance and rejection sensitivity in ADHD 00:10:20 - The Impact of ADHD on Stress Response and Emotional Dysregulation 00:12:06 - Understanding the Challenges of ADHD 00:13:56 - Managing ADHD Symptoms 00:15:40 - Reminders and Alarms for ADHD Management 00:17:22 - Using reminders for better organization 00:19:01 - Transitioning and Implications for Organization 00:20:47 - Managing Restlessness and Fidgetiness in ADHD 00:22:40 - Strategies for staying focused with ADHD 00:24:30 - Strategies for Managing Impulsivity in ADHD 00:26:14 - Managing Communication Challenges in ADHD 00:27:52 - Triggers and Mistakes: Understanding ADHD 00:29:33 - Helping with ADHD Motivation 00:31:09 - The Importance of Organizing and Avoiding Loss 00:32:54 - Difficulties with Attention and Sensory Processing in ADHD 00:34:39 - The Purpose of Noise and Compromise 00:36:13 - Understanding ADHD in Relationships 00:38:06 - Compromise and Understanding in Relationships 00:39:46 - Importance of Self-Care in Relationships with ADHD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 14, 202341 min

898-The Impact of Gut Health For Mental Health and Relapse Prevention

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Disclaimer 00:02:01 - The Role of Microorganisms in Mental Health 00:04:00 - The Limitations of Antidepressants and Addressing the Root Cause 00:06:04 - The Influence of the Gut Microbiome on Neurotransmitters 00:08:24 - The Importance of Balancing Gut Bacteria 00:10:37 - The Impact of Chronic Stress on Gut Microbiome 00:13:00 - Impact of gut microbiome on autism symptoms 00:15:19 - The Impact of Substance Use on Gut Health 00:17:39 - Gut Inflammation and Permeability 00:19:55 - The Gut Microbiome and Stress 00:22:15 - The Importance of a Healthy Gut 00:24:48 - Shelf life and efficacy of dietary supplements 00:27:10 - Leaky Gut Syndrome and Inflammatory Toxins 00:29:23 - The Gut-Brain Connection and Mood Disorders 00:31:51 - The Connection Between Gut Microbiome and Mood Disorders 00:34:10 - The Impact of Nutrition on Mental Health 00:36:22 - The Impact of Nutrient-Rich Foods on Depression Risk 00:38:41 - The Effects of Vitamin C on Depression 00:41:06 - The Role of Lactobacillus Acidophilus and Cannabinoid Receptors in Gut Health 00:43:31 - The delicate balance of gut microbiota 00:45:56 - The Benefits of Polyphenols and Gut Health 00:48:28 - The Connection between Autoimmune Disorders and Depression 00:50:48 - The role of T cells and the gut-brain axis 00:53:17 - Sponsorship Announcement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 11, 202354 min

897-12 Signs of Trauma in Children and 5 Tips to Address Them _ Parenting Skills

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Signs of Trauma in Children and the Importance of Behavior as Communication 00:00:52 - Understanding Trauma Responses 00:01:53 - Lost Appetite as a Sign of Trauma 00:02:45 - Behavioral changes in traumatized children 00:03:38 - Children's Fear of Monsters and Bedtime Refusal 00:04:31 - Behavioral Indications of Stress and Fear 00:05:28 - Trauma and Dysregulation 00:06:29 - Physiological changes in children's brains 00:07:32 - Staying Safe and Protecting Yourself 00:08:33 - Symptoms of Trauma and ADHD 00:09:29 - The Significance of Perfectionism in Children 00:10:20 - Environmental Sensitivity and Isolation 00:11:22 - Recognizing the Impact of Trauma on Children's Behavior and Relationships 00:12:16 - Defiance as a Form of Communication 00:13:17 - Supporting Practical Tools for Everybody 00:14:09 - Possible Explanations for Children's Behaviors 00:15:05 - Vision and Hearing Issues 00:16:01 - Effects of Change on Children 00:16:59 - Recognizing Trauma in Children 00:17:55 - Empowering Children to Recognize and Respond to Vulnerabilities 00:18:47 - Helping Children Connect Triggers and Emotions 00:19:43 - Recognizing Traumatic Experiences 00:20:39 - Teaching Distress Tolerance in Children 00:21:40 - The Importance of Scaffolding in Child Development 00:22:34 - Mislabeling of Behaviors 00:23:34 - Addressing Trauma in Children with ADHD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 9, 202325 min

896-Tips to Help Someone With Depression _ Relationship Skills

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Being in a Relationship with Someone With Depression 00:01:15 - Identifying Triggers and Vulnerabilities 00:02:38 - Triggers and Irritability in Depression 00:03:50 - Mitigating irritability and vulnerability to triggers 00:05:07 - Vulnerabilities in Sleep Patterns 00:06:22 - The Impact of Sleep on Mental Health 00:07:37 - The Impact of Exhaustion on Daily Activities 00:08:58 - The Effects of Depression on Physical Activity 00:10:20 - Grounding activities for managing depression 00:11:44 - The Feeling of Ungodness in Depression 00:13:02 - Symptoms of Depression 00:14:21 - Motivation and Depression 00:15:39 - Getting Help for Suicidal Thoughts 00:16:51 - Suicidal Thoughts and Exaggerated Thinking 00:18:13 - Validating Feelings of Overwhelm and the End of the World 00:19:27 - The Impact on Caregivers and Loved Ones 00:20:42 - Dealing with Irritability in Relationships 00:21:53 - Taking Care of Yourself to Support Others 00:23:09 - Supporting a Restless Loved One with Depression 00:24:19 - Supporting Individuals with Depression through Nutritional Awareness 00:25:38 - Working with Limited Energy 00:26:53 - Addressing Anger and Frustration in Relationships 00:28:07 - Understanding Catastrophic Thinking 00:29:24 - Supporting People with Depression Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 7, 202331 min

895-Lifestyle Interventions (Life Hacks) for Mental Health

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Enhancing Mental and Physical Health through Lifestyle Interventions 00:02:35 - The Impact of Gonadal Hormone Imbalances on Mood 00:05:07 - Anxiety and Autoimmune Disorders 00:07:48 - The Relationship Between Hypothyroidism and Depression 00:10:29 - The Perception of Threat in Modern News Media 00:13:16 - The Impact of Stress on Mental Health in Adults and Children 00:15:36 - Helping Children Understand Media Messages 00:18:07 - The Impact of Negative News on Emotional Responses 00:20:43 - Negative Effects of Social Media 00:23:18 - The Impact of Social Media on FOMO and Depression 00:25:42 - The Interactive Nature of Social Media 00:28:19 - The Cycle of Sleep Disruption 00:30:49 - Sleep Apnea and its Effects on Sleep 00:33:30 - Managing Sleep Disturbances due to Noise Exposure 00:36:08 - Dealing with Noise at Night 00:38:43 - Effects of Alcohol on the Body 00:41:20 - The Effects of Dietary Stimulants on the Body 00:43:56 - Educating about Cortisol Resistance and HPA Axis Dysregulation 00:46:33 - The effects of nicotine intake from vaping 00:49:08 - Challenges of Time Zone Changes 00:51:33 - The Impact of Shift Changes 00:54:05 - The Impact of Nutrition on Energy, Sleep, and Mood 00:56:34 - Recharging with Positive Activities 00:58:53 - Supporting Mental Health through Behavioral Changes and Assessments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 4, 20231h 1m

894-Improving Goal Setting in Recovery Individualizing for Temperament (Personality) and Strengths

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Snap T: Strengths, Needs, Attitudes, Preferences, and Temperament in Goal Setting and Recovery 00:02:27 - Understanding Temperament and Personality 00:05:13 - Understanding Temperament and Communication Styles 00:07:44 - Characteristics of Introverts 00:10:13 - Understanding the Introvert and Extrovert Needs in Goal Setting and Recovery 00:12:46 - Processing Information: Sensors vs Intuitors 00:15:19 - The Intuiter vs The Sensor 00:17:53 - The Motivation of Thinkers and Feelers 00:20:40 - Motivation: Thinkers vs Feelers 00:23:15 - Differences between Judgers and Perceivers 00:25:51 - Motivation and spontaneity in recovery 00:28:22 - Understanding Strengths and Learning Styles 00:30:54 - Finding What Works for You 00:33:29 - Daily Living Assistance 00:36:05 - Meeting Physical and Emotional Needs for Goal Achievement 00:38:37 - Understanding the individual's condition and intervention needs 00:41:20 - Considering Environment and Safety Preferences 00:44:08 - Learning Styles and Processing Information 00:46:48 - The Importance of Balancing Details and the Big Picture 00:49:20 - Attitudes and Goal Setting 00:51:53 - Respecting Boundaries and Language Choice 00:54:26 - Addressing the fear of relapse in change 00:57:08 - Becoming Mindful of Internal Awareness 01:00:11 - Q&A Session Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 2, 20231h 1m

893-5 Tips for Nurturing Your Inner Child During the Holidays

Chapters: 00:00:00 - The Causes and Prevention of Infidelity 00:01:03 - Different Types of Infidelity 00:02:10 - Emotional Attachment and Social Infidelity 00:03:19 - Different Types of Infidelity 00:04:31 - Preventing Infidelity in Relationships 00:05:31 - Effective Communication in Relationships 00:06:39 - Two-way Street in Relationships 00:07:50 - Opening Lines of Communication about Sexual Preferences 00:08:56 - Keeping Excitement Alive in Relationships 00:10:02 - Nurturing a Exciting Relationship 00:11:11 - The Importance of Avoiding Mundane Vortexes 00:12:15 - Insecurity in Relationships 00:13:22 - Being Present and Communicating with Your Significant Other 00:14:29 - Discussing the temptation of seizing opportunities 00:15:27 - Infidelity and Low Self-Esteem 00:16:31 - Fear of Rejection and Low Self-esteem in Relationships 00:17:37 - Reasons for Infidelity: Midlife Crisis and Insecure Attachment 00:18:40 - Building Secure Attachments and Meeting Needs 00:19:52 - Addressing the Underlying Causes of Depression 00:20:59 - Hypersexuality and Infidelity 00:22:03 - The Role of Sex in Addiction and Infidelity 00:23:15 - Strategies for Mental Health and Managing Stress 00:24:29 - Paying attention to your needs 00:25:30 - Kindness and Compassion 00:26:35 - Creating Safe and Empowered Moments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 31, 202328 min

892-6 Causes of Infidelity (Cheating) and Tips to Prevent It

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Mindfulness for Collective Anxiety 00:01:00 - Developing Collective Beliefs 00:02:16 - The Borg and the Hive Mind 00:03:28 - Confirmation Bias and Balanced Perspective 00:04:43 - How Media Creates a Hive Mind 00:06:04 - The Effects of Algorithms on News Feeds 00:07:20 - The Influence of Clickbait Headlines 00:08:36 - The Impact of Media Consumption on Perception 00:09:50 - Recognizing the Inevitable Suckiness of Life 00:11:06 - The Reality of Violence in Communities 00:12:23 - The Complexities of Cannabis Legislation 00:13:38 - The Importance of Seeing the Whole Picture 00:14:52 - The Development of Collective Anxiety 00:15:57 - The Impact of Media on Anxiety 00:17:14 - Influence of Media Messages 00:18:34 - The Pressure to Conform and Stay Online 00:19:52 - People Can Change Their Opinions 00:20:54 - Cannabis Legislation and its Direct Impact 00:22:03 - Defining Your Rich and Meaningful Life with Media 00:23:17 - Having a Need-Based Purpose Online 00:24:29 - Arguing the Other Side: Encouraging a Bigger Picture 00:25:36 - The Nefarious Impact of Digital Media 00:26:50 - Taking Control of Our Own Happiness 00:27:59 - Support our Mission at Doc Snipes 00:29:08 - Overwhelmed by Disconnecting and Finding One's Voice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 28, 202327 min

891-7 Mindfulness Tips for Collective Anxiety Relief

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Oct 26, 202330 min

890-5 Tips to Increase Neurotransmitters Naturally

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Natural ways to increase neurotransmitters 00:02:01 - Getting Adequate Tryptophan in Your Diet 00:04:30 - The Effects of Exercise on Serotonin Levels 00:06:57 - Promoting Physical Relaxation and Serotonin Production 00:09:17 - The Importance of Vitamin D and Choline for Norepinephrine Production 00:11:34 - The Connection between Kidney Failure and Diabetes & High Blood Pressure 00:13:44 - The Role of Acetylcholine in Ketosis 00:16:17 - Essential Nutrients for Brain Health 00:18:46 - Boosting Gaba and Glutamate Levels 00:21:21 - The Role of GABA in Glutamate Breakdown 00:24:04 - Using PubMed to Find Scientific Articles 00:26:32 - Improving Insulin Sensitivity 00:28:53 - Increasing Endorphins in the Body 00:31:11 - Increasing Dopamine and Endorphins 00:33:39 - The Importance of Balance and Recognizing Imbalances 00:36:13 - Smelling and Exploring Essential Oils 00:38:48 - The Benefits of Chia Seeds 00:41:32 - The Importance of Thyroid Health 00:43:58 - Nuts and Seeds: High Nutrient Foods 00:46:40 - The role of cortisol in regulating circadian rhythms 00:49:09 - Foods that increase progesterone 00:51:38 - Supporting Brain Health through Nutrition 00:54:07 - The Importance of Sleep for Brain Function 00:56:38 - Sponsorship Acknowledgement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 24, 202357 min

889-Our Digital Soul Collective Anxiety Media Trauma and a Path to Recovery

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to "Our Digital Soul: Collective Anxiety, Media Trauma, and a Path to Recovery" 00:00:43 - Healing from Media Trauma 00:01:36 - The Bond Between People and Their Digital Devices 00:02:24 - The Impact of Likes and Social Media Validation 00:03:16 - Difficulty Cutting Down on Screen Time 00:04:04 - The Guilt of Digital Addiction 00:04:52 - Society's Attachment to the Digital World 00:05:56 - Shaping Our Schema About People and the World 00:06:45 - Changing opinions in the digital world 00:07:30 - The Draw of Digital Media 00:08:16 - Loss of Pleasure in Non-Media Activities 00:09:06 - Media Trauma and Boundaries 00:09:56 - The Disruption of Safe Zones 00:10:48 - Anxiety and Miserable Feelings 00:11:41 - Listening to the Wisdom of the World 00:12:29 - The Impact of Anxiety-inducing Content 00:13:17 - The impact of digital devices on mindfulness 00:14:09 - Self-worth and Social Media 00:14:58 - Signs of Media Trauma 00:15:52 - Setting Time Limit for Screen Time 00:16:43 - Taking Non-Media Time Every Day 00:17:30 - Finding Activities for Downtime 00:18:15 - Nurturing Relationships and Setting Boundaries 00:19:05 - Tips for Dealing with Media Trauma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 21, 202320 min

888-7 Effective Strategies for Overcoming Post Infidelity Stress Disorder

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Overview 00:01:34 - Stuck in a Thought Loop 00:02:59 - Sleep Disturbances and Intrusive Thoughts 00:04:20 - Challenging Negative Thoughts 00:05:35 - Guided imagery for sleep and nightmare management 00:07:05 - Numbness and Dysregulation 00:08:31 - Getting Grounded in the Moment 00:09:57 - The Problem of Avoidance after Trauma 00:11:25 - Reintegrating Hiking into Your Life 00:12:57 - Betrayal Anxiety and Reflecting on Lessons Learned 00:14:19 - Learning from Past Betrayals 00:15:57 - Seeking Encouragement and Validation for Trauma Recovery 00:17:25 - Responding to Angry Thoughts 00:18:49 - Emotional Overload and Isolation after Betrayal 00:20:26 - Understanding the Causes of Betrayal 00:21:49 - Maintaining Sleep Hygiene 00:23:08 - Using Guided Imagery for a Safe Sleep Environment 00:24:43 - Creating Trust in Relationships 00:26:15 - The Vulnerability After a Betrayal 00:27:55 - Reflecting on Safety and Trust in Relationships 00:29:31 - Schema Reprogramming in Relationships 00:30:50 - The importance of communication in relationships 00:32:21 - The Misinterpretation of Non-Verbal Communication 00:33:47 - Recognizing Opportunities and Healing from a Dysfunctional Relationship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 19, 202335 min

887-15 Tools for Developing Self Compassion and Nurturing Your Inner Child to Improve Self Esteem

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Developing Self-Compassion 00:02:06 - Benefits of Self-Compassion on Pain and Stress 00:04:18 - The Benefits of Self-Compassion 00:06:40 - The Benefits of Self-Compassion 00:08:52 - Moving from Bad Day to Compassion and Improving the Next Moment 00:11:07 - The Importance of Compassion for Others 00:13:23 - Compassion for Animals, Children, and Adults 00:15:49 - The Purpose of Self-Criticism 00:18:08 - Taking care of yourself without letting others down 00:20:22 - Compassionate and Responsible Responses 00:22:49 - The importance of delegation and prioritization 00:27:17 - The Power of Compassion for Distress 00:29:37 - The Power of Self-Compassion 00:31:52 - Changing Self-Talk to Overcome Challenges 00:34:03 - Embracing the Good with the Bad 00:36:28 - Embracing Compassion and Self-Care 00:38:44 - Developing Imagery of Compassion 00:41:03 - Developing Self-Compassion 00:43:22 - Overcoming conditions of worth and developing self-compassion 00:45:40 - Reevaluating self-compassion 00:47:56 - Violating Relationship Boundaries 00:50:14 - The Importance of Self-Compassion 00:52:26 - Self-Compassionate Behaviors 00:54:50 - Developing Self-Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 17, 202356 min

886-Strategies for Reparenting the Inner Child

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Review of the Inner Child Concept and Needs 00:01:14 - Re-parenting the Inner Child with Secure Attachment 00:02:51 - Re-parenting the Inner Child 00:04:18 - Re-parenting the Inner Child 00:05:39 - Providing Responsiveness and Validation 00:07:03 - Validating Inner Child's Thoughts and Feelings 00:08:28 - Reassuring Your Inner Child 00:09:53 - Distress Tolerance Activities 00:11:19 - Exceptions to "nobody is trustworthy" 00:12:54 - Examining the belief of being unlovable 00:14:20 - Restructuring Personal Self-Talk 00:15:53 - Recognizing and Understanding Emotions 00:17:24 - Identifying and Managing Emotions 00:18:44 - Distress Tolerant Thoughts and Inner Child Healing 00:20:10 - Grounding Techniques for Distressing Thoughts 00:21:38 - Creating a Safe Space for the Inner Child 00:23:09 - Emotion Regulation 00:24:43 - Seeking Information and Support 00:26:12 - Understanding Your Inner Child and Adult Perspectives 00:27:35 - Examining the Facts 00:28:50 - Industrial Arts and Art Class Memories 00:30:19 - Reflecting on the Inner Child's Fear and Safety 00:31:44 - Building Resilience through Self-Tolerance 00:33:11 - Evolving and Separating from Past Behaviors 00:34:37 - Supporting Mental Health through Donations at docsnipes.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 14, 202336 min

885-ADHD and Attachment Trauma _ 5 Tips to Address Rejection Sensitivity

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to ADHD, Rejection Sensitivity, and Attachment Trauma 00:01:27 - Symptoms of ADHD in Children 00:02:54 - The Effect of Stress on Behavior 00:04:44 - Sensory Overload and ADHD Behavior 00:06:29 - Understanding Behavioral Differences in the Classroom 00:08:13 - Sensory Registration and Delayed Reaction Times in ADHD 00:09:54 - The Impact of Stress on Cortisol Levels during Fetal and Early Postnatal Periods 00:11:39 - Tactile Sensitivities in Children with Food Fussiness 00:13:27 - The Importance of Individualized Learning for Children with ADHD 00:15:14 - Modeling Mindfulness and Self-Checking Skills 00:16:48 - Validation and self-esteem in children with ADHD 00:18:27 - Encouraging Frustration Tolerance in Children 00:19:54 - Importance of Safety and Unconditional Love 00:21:34 - The Impact of Rejection and Criticism on a Child's Environment 00:23:15 - Criticism and Adequacy in Childhood 00:24:58 - Difficulty forming relationships 00:26:43 - Understanding the Unpredictable Behavior of Children with ADHD 00:28:29 - Challenges of Public Activities with ADHD 00:30:00 - Challenges of Caregiving for Children with ADHD 00:31:37 - Neurological Differences in Children with ADHD 00:33:30 - The Disconnect in Empathy towards Children with ADHD 00:35:12 - Rejection Sensitivity and ADHD 00:36:59 - Addressing Rejection Sensitivity 00:38:48 - Understanding Rejection 00:40:30 - Related Videos on ADHD and Attachments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 12, 202341 min

884-Addressing ADHD 8 More Goals and Strategies

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Continuing the Discussion on ADHD Symptoms and Interventions 00:01:03 - Rejection and the Inner Child 00:02:21 - Building self-esteem and overcoming rejection sensitivity in ADHD 00:03:37 - Rejection Sensitivity Scale 00:05:00 - Insecure Attachment and the Need for Self-Development 00:06:07 - Separating Behavior from Self-Worth 00:07:29 - Developing Self-Esteem with Secure Attachment 00:08:39 - Triggers and Responses in Brain Function 00:09:52 - Self-compassion and problem solving 00:11:02 - The Impact of Childhood Rejection on ADHD 00:12:21 - Working with Complementary Strengths 00:13:31 - Learning from Mistakes 00:14:34 - Common Causes of Conflict in ADHD Relationships 00:15:49 - Managing irritability and arguments with ADHD 00:16:59 - Communicating with ADHD 00:18:18 - Effective Communication Techniques 00:19:21 - Strategies for Thoughtful Communication 00:20:41 - Tips for Effective Communication in Virtual Meetings 00:21:54 - Developing Social Skills and Addressing Trauma 00:23:05 - Early Rejection and Sensory Trauma 00:24:16 - Sensory Sensitivities and ADHD 00:25:36 - The Importance of Sleep Hygiene and Goal Achievement 00:26:45 - Nutritional Deficits and Food Sensitivities in ADHD 00:28:00 - Moving towards positive change 00:29:06 - Identifying and prioritizing ADHD symptoms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 10, 202330 min

883-8 Goals and Tips for Addressing ADHD Symptoms

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Addressing ADHD Part Two 01:06:00 - Setting Effective Goals and Interventions 00:02:21 - Laser Focus with ADHD 00:03:29 - Managing Distractions and Procrastination with ADHD 00:04:42 - Addressing Procrastination 00:05:57 - Trimming the Hedges 00:07:08 - Clearing Notifications on Your Computer 00:08:16 - Finding the Right Level of Organization 00:09:32 - Minimizing Clutter and Distractions 00:10:46 - Addressing Attention Issues 00:12:04 - Strategies for Addressing ADHD Symptoms 00:13:21 - Improving Attention and Mindfulness 00:14:32 - Improving Mindfulness and Focus 00:15:43 - Building Frustration Tolerance 00:16:49 - Helping Children Learn Frustration Tolerance 00:18:05 - Reducing Anger Intensity 00:19:21 - Identifying Physical and Emotional Conditions for Irritability 00:20:27 - Preventable Sources of Stress and Irritability 00:21:33 - The Impact of HPA Axis Activation on Focus and Problem-Solving Abilities 00:22:43 - Life as a Person with ADHD 00:23:47 - Learning from Video Games and ADHD Safety Techniques 00:24:56 - Staying Grounded and Focused 00:26:01 - Developing Mindfulness in Daily Life 00:27:13 - Strategies for Addressing ADHD Challenges Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 7, 202329 min

882-10 Tips and Strategies for Increasing Motivation in People with ADHD

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Current Points to Remember about ADHD 00:00:55 - Gendered ADHD Diagnosis 00:02:03 - Overlaps between ADHD and CPTSD (Part 1) 00:03:14 - Medication and ADHD 00:04:21 - Sensory Sensitization and ADHD 00:05:28 - Sensory Gating Issues in ADHD 00:06:30 - The Impact of Stress on Children's Emotional Regulation 00:07:44 - The Impact of ADHD on Children's Self-Perception and Development 00:08:50 - Teaching with Broad Strokes in ADHD 00:09:59 - Motivating a Person with ADHD 00:11:03 - Overcoming the Fear of Failure and Rejection 00:13:14 - Turning "Should" into "Want" 00:14:21 - Reprogramming Internal Tapes 00:15:27 - Overcoming ADHD challenges 00:16:31 - Finding the Best Time for Tasks 00:17:34 - Identifying and Overcoming Obstacles 00:18:38 - Creating a Pleasant Work Environment 00:19:39 - The Power of a Vision Board for Motivation 00:20:42 - Using a Medication Reminder App for Visualization Techniques 00:21:50 - Setting Goals and Creating a Vision Board 00:22:52 - Managing your To-Do List 00:23:53 - Rewarding Yourself and Breaking Tasks into Chunks 00:24:54 - Working with ADHD 00:25:58 - Support and Security for Taking Steps Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 5, 202327 min

Ep 880880 - 6 Steps to Breaking Out of the Fight Flight Freeze Response in cPTSD.mp3

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Understanding the Fight or Flight Response 00:02:53 - The Effects of Chronic Stress and Trauma 00:05:56 - The Physiological Effects of Stress 00:08:57 - Healing the Nervous System after Trauma 00:11:48 - Mindfully Responding to Triggers and Vulnerabilities 00:14:43 - Managing Triggers and Vulnerabilities 00:17:40 - Providing Resources for Healing and Development 00:20:39 - Rebuilding After a Storm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 3, 202323 min

Ep 879879 - 8 Questions to Help You Get Perspective _ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.mp3

Chapters: 00:00:01 - Challenging Questions in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 00:02:56 - Evaluating Extreme Language and Probability of Worst Case Scenario 00:06:16 - Evaluating the Situation: Facing Facts and Moving Forward Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 30, 202310 min

Ep 878878 - Increasing Motivation & Readiness for Change Precontemplation _ Addiction and Mental Health Recovery

Chapters: 00:00:00 - CEUs and Addiction Counselor Precertification training 00:00:06 - Stages of Readiness for Change: Contemplation 00:02:40 - Increasing Sense of Control and Challenge 00:03:25 - Highlighting Exceptions for Recovery 00:03:48 - Using Positive Experiences as Tools 00:04:03 - Identifying Differences in Symptom-free Times Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 28, 202311 min

881-Seasonal Affective Disorder_ Tips and Strategies to Address It

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Seasonal Affective Disorder and its Prevalence 00:00:42 - Seasonal Affective Disorder and Circadian Rhythms 00:01:36 - Circadian Rhythms and Seasonal Changes 00:02:27 - The Cortisol Awakening Response and Circadian Rhythms 00:03:10 - Awakening response and lack of vitamin D 00:03:57 - Vitamin D and Seasonal Affective Disorder 00:04:42 - Lack of Movement and Oxygen Levels 00:05:31 - Seasonal Affective Disorder in Higher Latitudes 00:06:19 - The Impact of Environment on Mental Well-being 00:07:09 - The Emotional Toll of the Holidays 00:07:56 - Circadian Rhythm Regulation and Light Therapy 00:08:51 - Sleep Hygiene and Circadian Rhythms 00:09:36 - Improving Sleep Hygiene and Circadian Rhythms 00:10:31 - Tips for Dealing with Cabin Fever 00:11:24 - The Benefits of Having Plants Inside 00:12:10 - Creating a Nurturing Environment with Plants and Wildlife 00:12:57 - Committing energy to important things during the holidays 00:13:48 - Stressors and Relationship Strain during the Holiday Season 00:14:42 - Addressing Grief and Trauma Triggers During Holidays 00:15:33 - The Reality behind Social Media and Hallmark Facade 00:16:20 - Creating a Rich and Meaningful Life 00:17:11 - Managing Symptoms during Seasonal Changes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 27, 202318 min

Ep 877877 - 4 Steps in Perspective Taking _ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy _ How to Take the Best Decision.mp3

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Perspective Taking in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Techniques 00:02:42 - Predisposing and precipitating factors in reactions 00:05:37 - Understanding Reactions and Triggers 00:08:34 - Developing compassion and empathy through self-reflection Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 26, 202310 min

Ep 876876 - 11 Strategies to Enhance Forgiveness and Take Back Your Power _ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Nuggets.mp3

Chapters: 00:02:42 - Dealing with Difficult People and Finding Meaning in Life 00:05:47 - Tips for Forgiving Others and Finding a Rich and Meaningful Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 23, 20237 min

Ep 872875 - 10 Meditation Activities and Strategies to Get Started.mp3

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Meditation Techniques 00:02:25 - Overcoming biases against meditation 00:04:54 - Using meditation to overcome cravings and addiction 00:07:20 - Altering physiological processes through meditation 00:09:58 - The Benefits of Daily Meditation 00:12:28 - Encouraging Consistency in Meditation Practice 00:14:51 - Different Meditation Techniques 00:17:25 - Introduction to Focused Attention Meditation 00:20:10 - Zen Meditation: Rules and Benefits 00:21:50 - Insight Meditation: Achieving Concentration 00:22:48 - Open Monitoring Meditation 00:25:25 - Open Mindfulness Meditation 00:27:57 - Practicing Loving Kindness Meditation 00:30:48 - Cultivating Loving Kindness towards Oneself and Others 00:33:22 - Cultivating Loving-Kindness towards Difficult People 00:36:02 - Cultivating Loving Kindness and Forgiveness with Difficult People 00:38:37 - Exploring Different Meditation Techniques 00:41:15 - Sound Meditation for Quieting the Mind 00:42:07 - Tantra Meditations for Expansion of Awareness 00:43:48 - Light Meditation for Inner Peace 00:43:59 - Light Meditation for Pain Management 00:46:43 - Different Forms of Contemplation and Meditation 00:49:30 - The Power of the Lower Dantian in Qigong 00:50:07 - Using Breathing to Calm the Mind 00:50:33 - The Benefits of Qigong for Rehabilitation and Limited Mobility 00:51:20 - The Importance of Energy Flow in Qigong 00:51:46 - Using Guided Imagery and Meditation for Healing 00:52:13 - Enhanced Immune Function through Guided Imagery 00:52:18 - Guided meditation for immunity enhancement 00:55:03 - The Power of Affirmational Meditations 00:57:34 - The Benefits and Caution of Meditation Techniques 01:00:14 - Guided Meditation Apps Recommendations 01:02:15 - Christian Meditation Practice 01:03:05 - Techniques for Managing Holiday Blues and Depression 01:03:20 - Upcoming YouTube Video on the Podcast's YouTube Page 01:03:29 - Support the Podcast by Purchasing CEUs 01:03:40 - Direct Link to On-Demand CEUs for the Podcast 01:03:47 - Sponsor an Episode of Counselor Toolbox for Maximum Reach and Impact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 21, 20231h 6m

Ep 874874 - 3 Strategies for Thought Stopping _ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Nuggets.mp3

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Techniques for Taming the Monkey Mind 00:02:27 - Staying Grounded Through Narration and Reflection 00:05:09 - Taming the Monkey Mind for Success Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 19, 20238 min

Ep 873873 - 3 Tips for Defining Your Rich and Meaningful Life _ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Nuggets.mp3

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Creating a Rich and Meaningful Life 00:02:47 - Taking Steps Towards a Rich and Meaningful Life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 16, 20234 min

Ep 872872 - 12 Strategies for Mindfulness and Self Awareness in Contextual Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.mp3

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Contextual Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Techniques 00:02:56 - Different interpretations and truths 00:03:46 - Empowering conscious choices 00:04:23 - Examining interpretations and reactions 00:05:35 - The role of family context in mental health 00:06:01 - The Impact of Early Interactions on Schema Formation 00:08:58 - Understanding Age-Appropriate Communication 00:11:53 - The Impact of Insecure Attachment in Childhood 00:14:41 - Effects of addiction on children and caregivers 00:17:36 - The Terrifying Thought of Giving up Addiction 00:18:38 - Growing up in a Scary Environment 00:19:17 - Common Characteristics in Household with Uncontrolled Mental Health Issues 00:20:26 - Repeating Actions from the Past 00:20:33 - Developing Mindful Self-Awareness 00:23:41 - Cultivating General Awareness and Reflection 00:26:37 - Having Safe Conversations 00:27:16 - Radically Accepting Internal Experiences 00:28:35 - Following the Road Signs 00:29:33 - Unhooking from Thoughts and Feelings 00:31:23 - Using Dialectics for Acceptance and Self-Care 00:32:26 - The Dialectics of Stress and Happiness 00:35:33 - The Impact of Context on Reactions 00:38:15 - Understanding Vulnerabilities in Similar Situations 00:38:37 - Changing Your Relationship with Stressors, Depression, and Addiction 00:41:33 - Recognizing and Accepting Feelings 00:44:33 - Prioritizing Energy Credits in Your Life 00:46:18 - Recognizing the Benefits of Staying the Same 00:47:10 - Using a Broad Functional Approach for Improvement 00:47:29 - Healing the HPA Axis for Mental Health and Addiction 00:50:38 - Understanding Emotional Dysregulation 00:53:55 - The Importance of Psychological Flexibility 00:56:42 - Tools for Self-Reflection and Improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 14, 20231h 1m

Ep 871871 - 8 Benefits of Mindfulness.mp3

Chapters: 00:00:29 - The Benefits of Mindfulness 00:03:16 - Preventing Stress and Burnout with Mindfulness 00:06:14 - The Benefits of Mindfulness 00:09:14 - The Impact of Mindfulness on Empathy and Communication 00:10:00 - Observing and Describing for Improved Communication 00:10:22 - Mindfulness and Relapse Prevention 00:11:12 - Mindfulness-Based Interventions in Mental and Physical Health 00:12:28 - Understanding Mindfulness and its Benefits Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 12, 202314 min

Ep 870870 - 5 Questions for Enhancing Emotional Motivation _ Motivational Interviewing Activities

Chapters: 00:00:01 - Enhancing Affective Motivation in Addiction and Mental Health Treatment 00:02:56 - Addictive behaviors and emotional numbness 00:03:16 - The cycle of triggering unpleasant emotions 00:03:40 - Impact of negative emotions on the immune system Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 9, 20235 min

Ep 869869 - 5 Strategies for Enhancing Environmental Motivation _ Motivational Interviewing Activities

Chapters: 00:00:01 - Enhancing Affective Motivation in Addictive Behaviors 00:02:56 - Addictive Behaviors to Feel Something 00:03:16 - The Impact of Emotions on Mental Health 00:03:40 - The Connection Between Emotions and the Immune System Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 7, 20235 min

Ep 868868 - 5 Questions for Enhancing Physical Motivation _ Motivational Interviewing Activities

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Exploring Physical Motivation in Addiction and Mental Health Treatment 00:02:47 - Exploring the Benefits of Changing Behavior Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 5, 20236 min

Ep 867867 - 6 Questions to Increase Motivation Through Relationships _ Motivational Interviewing Activities

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Enhancing Relational Motivation 00:02:50 - The Impact of Social Influence on Emotional and Physical Health 00:03:26 - Overcoming Resistance to Personal Change 00:04:10 - Potential Rejection and Behavior Modification 00:04:57 - Adjusting Relationships and Self-esteem in Recovery 00:05:20 - Sustaining Motivation in Recovery from Addiction and Depression 00:05:47 - Improving Health and Happiness in Recovery 00:08:37 - Creating a Collage for Motivation and Inspiration Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 2, 202311 min

Ep 866866 - 5 Types of Motivation _ Motivational Interviewing Activities

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Motivational Enhancement and the Pacer Framework 00:02:30 - Changing People, Places, and Things 00:05:19 - Making Changes for a Rich and Meaningful Life 00:08:01 - Building Rome in a Day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 31, 20239 min

Ep 865865 - Codependent In Love Strategies for Creating Healthy Relationships

Chapters: 00:00:01 - Defining a Healthy Relationship 00:01:00 - The Cookie Metaphor: Enhancing Relationships with Positives and Negatives 00:02:44 - Enhancing Each Other: Sugar Cookies and Caramel 00:04:24 - Toxic Mix: Sugar Cookies and Rotten Eggs 00:05:06 - Setting Boundaries in Relationships 00:05:35 - Vulnerabilities and Triggers in Codependency 00:08:29 - Knowing the Real Person 00:10:41 - Setting Boundaries in New Relationships 00:11:15 - Establishing Emotional and Cognitive Boundaries 00:14:04 - Assertive Communication and Emotional Regulation in Relationships 00:16:48 - Radical acceptance and distress tolerance skills 00:17:29 - Listening without defensiveness to disagreement 00:19:01 - Support us in our mission 00:19:23 - Avoiding relationships in recovery 00:19:36 - Codependency in Relationships and Work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 29, 202323 min

Ep 864864 - 10 Signs of Codependency in Children and Tips to Help _ Parenting Tips

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Signs of Co-dependency in Children 00:02:48 - Helping children cope with separation anxiety 00:04:13 - High rejection sensitivity and codependency in children 00:05:43 - Differentiating rejection of ideas from rejection of the person 00:08:37 - Recognizing Codependency in Children 00:11:38 - Developing Distress Tolerance Skills 00:12:52 - The Need for Control in Children 00:14:18 - Self-Blame and Guilt in Child Codependency 00:14:24 - Exploring the Child's Belief of Fault 00:17:08 - The Risk of Codependency for Children 00:20:04 - Promoting Mindfulness and Communication Skills 00:22:56 - Recognizing Codependency in Children 00:25:44 - Understanding Codependency and its Causes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 26, 202328 min

Ep 863863 - Disaster Response Tips for Shelter Workers and Counselors After a Hurricane.mp3

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Tips for Responding After a Disaster 00:02:45 - Dealing with Anxiety and Powerlessness during a Storm 00:05:33 - Maintaining a Schedule in Shelters 00:06:20 - Trauma and the Impact on People in Shelters 00:07:29 - Being Compassionate and Curious in the Face of Emotional Reactions 00:08:07 - Losses and Challenges for People in Shelters 00:08:22 - Anxiety and Stress in Shelters 00:11:16 - Trauma Triggers and Disrupted Sleep in Shelters 00:14:11 - Coping with Stress and Ambiguity 00:17:02 - Communication Challenges in Stressful Situations 00:19:57 - Physical and Emotional Effects of Stress 00:22:36 - Emotional Impact of Disasters on Individuals 00:24:00 - Coping with Powerlessness in High-Stress Situations 00:24:43 - Effects of Stress on Children (Birth to Two Years) 00:25:32 - The Influence of Caregiver's Emotional States on Children's Behavior 00:26:38 - The Impact of Parental Coping on Children's Coping 00:27:29 - Clinginess and Separation Anxiety in Preschoolers 00:27:58 - Reenacting Traumatic Events in Preschool Play Activities 00:28:17 - Emotional Responses in Preschoolers after a Disaster 00:30:07 - Physical Complaints in Children after a Disaster 00:30:40 - Intense Preoccupation in School-Aged Children after a Disaster 00:31:08 - Understanding Children's Reactions to Disasters 00:34:00 - Understanding Oppositional Behavior during Disasters 00:35:28 - The Seven Habits in Shelters 00:36:51 - Focusing on What's Important in Your Life 00:42:24 - Creating a Positive Environment in Shelters 00:45:15 - Radically Accepting What Cannot Be Changed 00:48:10 - Unhooking from Negative Thoughts 00:50:53 - Strategies for Managing Anger and Irritability 00:53:43 - Supporting Children's Emotional Well-being after a Disaster 00:56:36 - Strategies to Address and Understand Climate Change Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 24, 202358 min

Ep 862862 - 2 Strategies for Talking to Partners About Codependency _ Relationship Advice

Chapters: 00:00:03 - Understanding Codependency and Its Origins 00:02:49 - The Development of Codependent Behaviors 00:05:40 - Communicating Codependent Behaviors and Triggers 00:08:39 - Supporting Your Partner's Inner Child 00:11:31 - Managing Anxiety and Anger in the Present Context 00:14:21 - Counseling and Parenting Children Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 22, 202316 min

Ep 861861 - Understanding and Coping with Responses to Hurricanes

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Coping with Reactions to Hurricanes 00:05:42 - The Impact of Mobile Device Dependency 00:06:19 - Increased Irritability in Stressful Environments 00:06:51 - Managing Rejection Sensitivity 00:07:22 - Recognizing Reactions Stemming from Personal Situations 00:07:53 - Anxiety for Loved Ones in Storm's Path 00:08:16 - Coping with Apprehension and Distraction 00:08:35 - Managing Stress during a Hurricane 00:11:23 - Coping Strategies for Children during a Storm 00:14:19 - Finding Safety in Storm Surge Threats 00:17:23 - Empathy and Understanding in Stressful Situations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 19, 202321 min

Ep 860860 - Introduction to ADHD _ Addiction and Mental Health Recovery Counseling Activities

Chapters: 00:00:02 - Introduction to ADHD and its symptoms 00:02:58 - The Challenges of ADHD in the Workplace Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 17, 20236 min

Ep 859859 - Introduction to Physical Illness _ Addiction and Mental Health Recovery Activities

Chapters: 00:00:02 - The Relationship Between Physical Illness and Mood/Addiction Issues 00:02:54 - The Importance of Quality Sleep in the Recovery Process 00:05:58 - Understanding Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS) 00:07:05 - Identifying Triggers for Addictive Behavior 00:08:36 - Developing Healthy Coping Skills for Mental and Physical Health Issues 00:09:03 - Coping with Symptoms and Recovery Goals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 15, 202310 min