Your Zen Friend

Send Lauren a text! On this episode Power to the Pleasers host, Vicki Smith interviews me about Emotional Freedom Technique, also known as Tapping or EFT. I share how I was first introduced to EFT as a self care practice during a workshop for therapists who were helping community members following the 2012 Sandy Hook tragedy after 20 children and 6 staff were murdered in an elementary school. Needless to say this was a difficult time for our town and a challenging time for me as both a parent of young children and a therapist for local children and families. I will share how EFT profoundly helped me in my own healing and management of anxiety. I will also share how it continues to help me in supporting my clients in counseling sessions and provides clients with an effective therapeutic tool they can use on their own.Check out Vicki Smith's fantastic podcast, Power to the Pleasers. Listen wherever you find your podcasts or here: https://powertothepleasers.com/podcast/ I'd love to hear from YOU! Send me a question and I might answer it in an upcoming solo episode. Here's how to connect with me:Email me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/Join our private Facebook group where we keep the conversation going in between episodes: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/YourZenFriendFor information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/ This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! Welcome to your Zen Bonus Boost! This is a short (and hopefully sweet) episode designed to offer support, strategies and tips for parents of anxious tweens and teens. On this episode I'll tell you why it's important for your child to find something that motivates them to do the thing they are afraid to do. I'll also give you some tips for how you can help your child to find feel motivated by celebrating their efforts as well as their success. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this episode I will tell you how to take the fear out of your tween or teen's anxiety. As parents, when we feel afraid of our children experiencing anxiety, it only increases their anxiety symptoms. The tips in this episode will help you to be more calm and confident with your child when they are feeling anxious. And good news is………that doing this will help your child to feel less anxious and worried! I'd love to hear from YOU! Send me a question and I might answer it in an upcoming solo episode. Here's how to connect with me:Email me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/Join our private Facebook group where we keep the conversation going in between episodes: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/YourZenFriendFor information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a short mediation designed to help you feel less worried about your anxious child and more lovingly connected to them.This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this episode my daughter Leena joins me to talk about her experience as a teen using social media and how it effected her. We will talk about how social media is proven to increase anxiety and the other negative effects that social media has. And Leena spills the tea on whether or not some common fears of parents are warranted about social media. I'd love to hear from YOU! Send me a question and I might answer it in an upcoming solo episode. Here's how to connect with me:Email me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/Join our private Facebook group where we keep the conversation going in between episodes: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/YourZenFriendFor information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! Welcome to your Zen Bonus Boost! This is a short (and hopefully sweet) episode designed to offer support, strategies and tips for parents of anxious tweens and teens. On this episode I'll tell you how I made a parenting snafu that has given my husband, kids and I a laugh any time we bring it up! I'll tell you why I'm glad I made this mistake and how it's helpful to our kids when we model being imperfect. Especially when we acknowledge our mistake with loving kindness for ourselves. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! Get ready for a treat! This episode is from the podcast, Speaking of Teens, with host Ann Coleman. Ann interviewed me for her podcast and has kindly let me share it with all my zen friends. The following is an episode description:Teenagers are experiencing anxiety today more than ever before. Yet, as a parent, you may have no idea what teen anxiety looks like or how to help your kid if you suspect they may have it. Teen anxiety doesn’t look like adult anxiety, and often teens and tweens don’t have enough self-awareness to even understand what they’re feeling. So, it falls on you to figure it out, give them the support they need and find the right kind of help for them. On the show today is Lauren Wolfe, licensed professional counselor, and host of the Your Zen Friend podcast. She works with kids, teens, and their families when anxiety makes life difficult. She explains what teen anxiety looks like and what should do (and shouldn’t do) to help your teen if they’re living with anxiety.Speaking of Teens is a fantastic podcast that focuses on delivering up to date, science-based information, news and advice to help you better understand, relate to, and parent your teen…without the conflict. So when you’re done with this episode go listen to Speaking of Teens! You can find it on Apple, Spotify, wherever you listen to podcasts or here: https://speakingofteens.com/podcast/I'd love to hear from YOU! Send me a question and I might answer it in an upcoming episode. Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/For information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/podcastThis podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! Welcome to your Zen Bonus Boost! This is a short (and hopefully sweet) episode designed to offer support, strategies and tips for parents of anxious tweens and teens. On this episode I'll tell you why it's common to feel annoyed with your anxious child. I'll also tell you what you can do to feel less annoyed and more calm. These strategies can also help to decrease your child's anxiety. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this episode I'll tell you what tweens and teens with anxiety often experience during the summer months. I'll tell you why some kids feel less anxious in the summer while others actually feel more anxious.Whether your child is experiencing more or less anxiety during the summer months I'll tell you how you can support your child now to make their return to school easier in the fall. And stay tuned till the end of the episode when I tell you what's bringing me more zen. Here's a hint, it has to do with connecting with friends. I'd love to hear from YOU! Send me a question and I might answer it in an upcoming episode. Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/For information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! Welcome to your Zen Bonus Boost! This is a short (and hopefully sweet) episode designed to offer support, strategies and tips for parents of anxious tweens and teens. On this episode I'll tell you why kids with anxiety often have a difficult time traveling. I'll also give you some suggestions for how to make going away with your kids easier and more enjoyable. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! I've changed things up a little on this episode with the help of Sonia Casique from the College and Career Ready Podcast! Tune in to hear Sonia interviewing me on the difference between stress and anxiety, how you can recognize symptoms of anxiety in your kids and teens and what to do if you have a child dealing with anxiety. But first I'll share with you what my go to recipe has been when one of my kids needs a baked good for an event. And I'll tell you how I recently attended my very last high school event..... ever! As my son nears his high school graduation. Sonia's Bio: Sonia is the host and producer of the College and Career Ready Podcast and the founder of DiscoverU. Sonia is actively bridging the gap between education, college and the careers of today. Sonia helps high school and college students make college and career connections early in their education journey. She helps students with character development, identity, self-advocacy, career connections and real life skills. She has dedicated her career to empowering the next generation as a passionate school counselor, career coach, and education leader. With unwavering determination, she strives to supply parents and students with the confidence and resourcefulness they need to navigate the complexities of planning for college and building successful careers.Her unwavering commitment to making a difference in the lives of the next generation is evident in every interaction she has and every resource she seeks.Connect with Sonia:Podcast: www.CollegeCareerReady.org/PODCASTWebsite: https://collegecareerready.org/joinLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonia-cacique-8ab31b253/I'd love to hear from YOU! Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/For information on Lauren's counseling services, including her upcoming group counseling for children and teens check out: www.LaurenCounseling.comThis podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a short mediation designed to help you feel more calm and relaxed. This is a great meditation to do anytime you would like to feel calmer whether that's taking a short break from your day or at night as you prepare to go to sleep. Enjoy! This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! ***Heads up that this episode contains some fears that I had as a child that could be frightening to young children. Please consider listening to this episode away from young, listening ears. On this episode I share my experience as a child growing up with anxiety. From the fears I had to some of the negative ways having constant anxiety affected me, I'll get candid. I'll also share what it's been like raising a child with anxiety. I'll talk about how this brought back my own anxiety and how I learned to be present to support my child, even when it was difficult to do. I also share an announcement on this podcast. I will tell you what to expect in the future from Your Zen Friend and how the podcast is and isn't changing. I'd love to hear from YOU! Send me a question and I might answer it in an upcoming solo episode. Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/For information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a short mediation designed to help you let go of your thoughts and to dos and relax deeply in this moment. This is a great meditation to do anytime you would like to relax or need to take a short and nourishing break in your day.Enjoy! This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! This episode is a short and hopefully sweet one! I'm here to let you know what's been going on in my life lately and what I'm currently doing to create a little calm amidst the chaos. And............I'll announce that a change is coming for the podcast! I'll be back with a full length podcast episode on Tuesday, June 11th. Be sure to check in then to hear all about my upcoming podcast changes! ***Get the FREE handout, "How to Get Your Teen (or Tween) Talking to You:" yourzenfriend/tipsI'd love to hear from YOU! Send me a question and I might answer it in an upcoming solo episode. Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram @YourZenFriendPodFor information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a short mediation designed to help you check in with yourself. This meditation will help you to connect with how you are feeling and identify what it is you need right now. This is a great meditation to do as a midday break. Enjoy! This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! If you have more than one child then you are probably familiar with sibling rivalry. Many brothers and sisters regularly argue and even physically fight. When is it healthy and when is it a problem? When does sibling rivalry become something more significant and when and how should a parent take action? Dr. Amy Meyers is here to answer these questions and more!On this episode Dr. Amy Meyers will tell us what sibling rivalry looks like, how it is beneficial and when it crosses the line and becomes sibling abuse. Never heard of the term sibling abuse? You are not alone! While this a term you might not be familiar with (I wasn't) Dr. Meyer's tells us how it is the most common form of abuse. She will also tell us some signs to look for if you think your children's sibling rivalry might be sibling abuse and how you can intervene to help your children, whether they are the one being harmed or doing the harm. Dr. Amy Meyer's Bio:Dr. Amy Meyers, PhD, LCSW is a psychotherapist trained in psychoanalysis at The National Psychotherapy Association for Psychoanalysis. She is also a professor at Molloy University and received her Master’s and Doctorate degrees in social work from Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College and CUNY Graduate Center at Hunter College. Dr. Meyers has 30 years of practice experience and has taught in higher education for 18 years. She is an expert on sibling abuse and has published and presented nationally on the topic. She maintains a private practice in NYC . She is the host of the podcast “What Would Dr. Meyers Do?” which focuses on clinical issues and countertransference.Listen to Dr. Meyer's Podcast, What Would Dr. Meyers Do, wherever you find your podcasts or here: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/what-would-dr-meyers-do/id1653652017Also connect with Dr. Meyers on her website: https://www.amymeyersphd.org/***Get the FREE handout, "How to Get Your Teen (or Tween) Talking to You:" yourzenfriend/tipsI'd love to hear from YOU! Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/For information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a short mediation designed to help you give yourself a nourishing break. This meditation will help you to tune into yourself, relax deeply and identify what you need from yourself as you return to your day. This is a great meditation to do in the morning or as a midday break. Enjoy! This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! If you have noticed more push back, less cooperation, more snarkiness and disrespect from your kids lately, you are not alone! On this episode I'll tell you why kids experience an increase in symptoms of anxiety in the months of May and June. I'll tell you how those anxiety symptoms often show up and I'll tell you how you can take some simple steps to support your kid while they are feeling stressed and overwhelmed. As a parent you might also be feeling anxious or overwhelmed during this time of year. I'll tell you how offering the same support to yourself as you offer your kids can help you to feel more calm and grounded too. At the end of the episode I'll tell you what's bringing me more zen. Here's a hint, it's something my dogs are a big fan of! ***Get the FREE handout, "How to Get Your Teen (or Tween) Talking to You:" yourzenfriend/tipsMentioned on this episode, The Holderness Family/Maycember video. It’s super funny and relatable! Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8_IszUUAkwI'd love to hear from YOU! Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/For information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a short mediation designed to help you connect to yourself. We all get caught up in our to dos. It's easy to become disconnected from ourselves. Taking a few minutes to connect with our bodies and our hearts and emotions is a great way to tend to ourselves throughout the day and can help us to have more self awareness and feel calm.Enjoy! This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! I am SO EXCITED to have an interview with author Lian Dolan to discuss her latest novel, The Marriage Sabbatical. Lian is the author of 5 novels, and the creator and host of the award winning podcast, Satellite Sisters. The Marriage Sabbatical is a fun and insightful read about an x generation couple who has been married for over twenty years and decide to take a one year sabbatical from their marriage. After twenty three years of building careers and raising children together both Jason and Nicole are ready for a break from their daily life. While Jason bikes his way across a continent Nicole rediscovers herself in Santa Fe as she confronts temptations and gains a new perspective on her partnership.Spoilers will abound! Lian and I talk about the plot of this book, the characters and the outcome, which I found to be a satisfying conclusion. Lian's Bio: Lian Dolan is a writer and talker. She is the author of Lost and Found in Paris, The Sweeney Sisters, Helen of Pasadena, and Elizabeth the First Wife, and is a regular columnist for Pasadena Magazine. She's written regular columns for O, The Oprah Magazine, Working Mother Magazine and Pasadena Magazine. She is also the co-creator and producer of Satellite Sisters, an award-winning podcast and online community for women, which she hosts with her four sisters. She graduated from Pomona College in Claremont, California with a degree in Classics and now lives in Pasadena with her husband and grown sons.Connect with Lian: linktr.ee/liandolanFind Lian on instagram: @liandolanListen to Lian's podcast, The Satellite Sisters: https://satellitesisters.com/podcast/***Get the FREE handout, "How to Get Your Teen (or Tween) Talking to You:" yourzenfriend/tipsI'd love to hear from YOU! Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/For information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a short mediation designed to help you offer yourself some self-compassion. We all have a critical part of us that is often saying not very nice things to us in our heads. This meditation is a lovely way to offer yourself some gentle, loving kindness to help decrease the critical voice. You deserve this time for yourself and these encouraging words. Enjoy! This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this episode I will tell you how to recognize your critical part and how you can use self compassion to make it smaller. You might be surprised to find out that your critical part isn't always easy to recognize. But have no fear, I will help you to get better at noticing it and combatting it. In the segment, Connection Over Correction, I'll tell you how I had some fun while connecting with my 18 year old son recently. And I'll tell you how you can do the same with your tweens and teens.Finally, in the segment, What's Bringing Me More Zen, I have an app to tel you about. You can get a totally free version or pay $2.99 for a version you can customize. I'll tell you how I am using it and how you can use it to bring you more zen.Mentioned on this episode:Richard Schwartz and Internal Family Systems: https://ifs-institute.com/about-us/richard-c-schwartz-phdLotus Bud App:https://lotusbudapp.com/***Get the FREE handout, "How to Get Your Teen (or Tween) Talking to You:" yourzenfriend/tipsJoin me in reading Lian Dolan's book, "The Marriage Sabbatical," and send in your questions or comments to me. They could be read during my interview with Lian which will air on May 14, 2024. https://a.co/d/dpuCcw0I'd love to hear from YOU! Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/For information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a short mediation designed to help you tune in and identify what you need. This meditation is a lovely way to start your morning or take a mid day break. It's important to listen to ourselves and tend to ourselves throughout the day. I hope this mediation helps you to do that. Enjoy! This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! It's that time of year when many college aged kids are returning home to live with their families for the duration of the summer. This is often a time of excitement for many parents and also a time of transition for both parents and college aged kids. On this episode I will have my twenty one year old daughter, Leena here withe me. She will tell us what she is looking forward to as well as what is tricky for her as she prepares to move back in with me, her dad and younger brother for the summer. Some of the topics covered in this episode include: Why both college kids and their parents find the transition home for the summer trickyWhat often causes friction between parents and college kids in the summer, including night time curfews and how parents and kids see curfews differentlyHow parents and college kids can work through differing expectations in a way that keeps their connectionHow parents often worry about their kid in a way that is different when they are at schoolHow parents and college kids feel differently about the pile of stuff that has been brought home and left all over the house ~ LOL! Leena is a great sport doing this interview with me! As you will see we have differing opinions on some of the above topics. But we start some discussions on how we can find harmony over the summer. And we make a plan for what we can discuss more when Leena returns home. I hope this conversation will help you to have a more harmonious summer with your college aged child too!If you would like to follow Leena's new instagram page dedicated to delicious food: @lunchinwleena Join me in reading Lian Dolan's book, "The Marriage Sabbatical," and send in your questions or comments to me. They could be read during my interview with Lian which will air on May 14, 2024. https://a.co/d/dpuCcw0***Get the FREE handout, "How to Get Your Teen (or Tween) Talking to You:" yourzenfriend/tipsI'd love to hear from YOU! Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/For information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a three part breath often used in the yoga tradition. This three part breath work will help you to feel more calm, grounded and peaceful. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! Have you ever gotten up at the crack of dawn to get your child to a sport's game on time? Have you stood outside in the burning heat or the freezing cold to cheer them on? Have you taken vacation time in order to attend games or tournaments and used porta pottys that have given you nightmares? If you have answered yes to any of these questions then this episode is for you!There are many valuable benefits to tweens and teens participating in sports. Whether your child is the MVP of their team or the underdog they will learn valuable life lessons while playing a team sport. This episode is broken into a short segments that contain content on the benefits that kids get from participating in sports as well as tips for you and your child to have more zen during a hectic sport season.From how you can support and encourage your child when they are in a slump to what you can stash in your car to make outdoor games more comfortable for yourself, I've got your covered! Join me in reading Lian Dolan's book, "The Marriage Sabbatical," and send in your questions or comments to me. They could be read during my interview with Lian which will air in early May. Get your questions to me by April 20, 2024!https://a.co/d/dpuCcw0***Get the FREE handout, "How to Get Your Teen (or Tween) Talking to You:" yourzenfriend/tipsI'd love to hear from YOU! Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/For information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a short meditation designed to help you offer yourself compassion and gentleness on difficult days. We all have moments or days when we feel emotions that are umpleasant. I hope this mediation will help you to be kind and nurturing to yourself when you are feeling low. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! Whether you feel stylish and trendy or have no idea where to start when it comes to putting outfits together, you are in for a big treat! I am super excited to have an interview with Jennifer Mackey-Mary. Jennifer has been styling women for over twenty years and is here to share her wisdom on:how you can be comfortable while also looking greathow understanding your body shape can make shopping easier and help you to feel more confidenthow to keep connection with your teens while helping them look and feel their bestwhat to look for in wearable trends in spring 2024how to easily look current each season how to update your wardrobe without breaking the bankAnd of course stay tuned to the end of the episode when Jennifer tells us what's bringing her more zen! Check out this special offer from Jennifer as well as how to connect with her:Website- https://youreverydaystyle.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/everydaystylewithjen Special Offer for Zen Friends: Style Circle- https://youreverydaystyle.com/zen/ Podcast- listen wherever you find your podcasts or here: https://youreverydaystyle.com/podcast-01/Jennifer Mackey-Mary's Bio: Jennifer Mackey-Mary helps women have easier mornings and better days. Her business, Everyday Style, is on a mission to inspire women to love the way they look, and give them the tools to make style easy. She’s the host of the Top 10 podcast, The Everyday Style School, that teaches you everything your mom never did about getting dressed.After styling women for over two decades, there isn’t a body shape she hasn’t seen, or a style struggle she hasn’t heard–and she knows the solution is easier than you think!Jennifer is passionate about raising confident daughters, female entrepreneurship, and getting every woman in a better bra.Join me in reading Lian Dolan's book, "The Marriage Sabbatical," and send in your questions or comments to me. They could be read during my interview with Lian which will air in early May. Get your questions to me by April 21, 2024!https://a.co/d/dpuCcw0I'd love to hear from YOU! Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/For information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a short meditation designed to help you feel more calm, relaxed and peaceful. This is a great mediation to do anytime but especially nice to do during a hectic or busy day.Enjoy!This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this episode I'll tell you about the benefits of tweens and teens engaging in activities such as participating in sports or clubs. I'll also tell you about the downside of tweens and teens being overscheduled. From kids who have no time to get their homework done to kids who experience constant stress or even have their mental health impacted negatively by doing too much. Not sure if your child is overscheduled? I'll give you three signs to look for to help you determine if your teen could benefit from some regular free time. Mentioned on this episode:To join Amanda Jefferson's, "Get it Done Club:" https://indigoorganizing.thrivecart.com/the-get-it-done-club/Remember to enter code GETITDONE for $5 off your first monthKindle Paperwhite:https://a.co/d/cVYsqAhJoin me in reading Lian Dolan's book, "The Marriage Sabbatical," and send in your questions or comments to me. They could be read during my interview with Lian which will air in early May. Get your questions to me by April 20, 2024! https://a.co/d/dpuCcw0I'd love to hear from YOU! Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/For information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a short meditation designed to help you feel safe and grounded. This is a great mediation to do anytime but especially if you are feeling anxious, stressed or overwhelmed. Enjoy! This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this episode fan favorite, interior designer Don Richards is back once again! Zen Friends have written in with their home decorating dilemmas and Don has answers. Don will answer three different listener questions including, grandparents who needs a solution to a room in a home that they will sell in the next two years, a newly single mom who has a brand new rental home and a mom with a large family room that she would like to make more visually appealing as well as cozy and functional. Don is on a mission to make home decor affordable for everyone. And in this episode Don will talk about how to get a bargain on Facebook Market Place, how to find designer deals at Target, the least amount of money you should spend for a well made couch as well as what to look for on Amazon. To see photos of some of Don's recommendations, join our private Facebook group by searching for Your Zen Friend, in groups on Facebook.Don's Bio: Consumed by architecture, design, and home since childhood, Don graduated from the Savannah College of Art and Design in Savannah, Georgia with a degree in Historic Preservation. For the last thirty years, his obsession with home has seen him in the worlds of interior design, visual merchandising, and real estate. A Litchfield County native, Don has designed spaces in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, and Florida, while vowing never again to work in NYC because of elevator constraints. Can a sofa be disassembled and put back together? The answer is yes. Should it be? LOL, the answer is no. He believes the key to a space being home is personality and quirk. Try and think outside the box with vintage and unique. Look toward the architectural style of the property and let that guide you. If you love it, it will usually work. Just no 75'' flat screens, please. Don is passionate about BLTs, turtlenecks, and his orange tabby, Ernest. Not necessarily in that order.Connect with Don:email: [email protected] him at Middle Furniture and Home Design in Middlebury, CT: https://www.middleburyfurniture.com/instagram: @dwrhomedesignI'd love to hear from YOU! Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/To join Amanda Jefferson's, "Get it Done Club:" https://indigoorganizing.thrivecart.com/the-get-it-done-club/Remember to enter code GETITDONE for $5 off your first monthFor information on Lauren's counseling services, including her upcoming group counseling for children and teens check out: www.LaurenCounseling.comThis podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a short meditation designed to help you understand why your anxiety is present right now and allow you to be with it in a way that will help to decrease it. This guided meditation will help you to connect with the sensations of anxiety and help you to check in to better understand why your anxiety is present for you right now. Whether you are having a stressful time at work, are worried about your health or out of balance in how you usually care for yourself, this meditation will help you to identify what is going on. This meditation will also help you to be with your anxiety. And when we can sit with our anxious part and allow it to be present and seen it often gets smaller. With practice, being with our anxiety in a curious way is helpful in decreasing anxiety symptoms and experiencing less anxiety in your life. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! This episode is the 2nd in a two part series on anxiety. If you haven't listened to Ep# 75, "How to Prevent Anxiety Symptoms," it might be helpful to listen to Ep#75 first. On this episode I'll tell you how my anxiety symptoms show up for me. Think racing heart, loss of appetite and some other not so fun symptoms that I'll share with you. I'll also tell you how I think of anxiety as an alarm bell that can be helpful to understand what is worrying us or what is out of balance in our lives. I'll tell you the exact steps I take when my anxiety shows up and how those steps help me get back to feeling calm and grounded. These steps include:identify why I'm feeling anxiousidentify what I need to do to move towards a more balanced lifenotice my anxiety as a partcheck in with my anxiety part to do some parts work (I'll tell you how)journal meditateWhether you experience anxiety symptoms or have a child or family member that experiences anxiety symptoms, this episode will help you to better understand anxiety and how to decrease it.On the segment, "Listener Questions," I'll tell you about how I was on two reality television shows and what that experience was like. Spoiler alert, it's not quite as realistic as it might seem. And stay tuned to the end of the episode where I'll tell you, "What's Bringing Me More Zen Lately." If you have a spring break trip planed this will be a great item to have with you at the airport, beach or pool side. To join Amanda Jefferson's, "Get it Done Club:" https://indigoorganizing.thrivecart.com/the-get-it-done-club/Remember to enter code GETITDONE for $5 off your first month****Preorder Lian Dolan's book, "The Marriage Sabbatical," and send in your questions or comments which could be read when Lian is interviewed for the podcast in April: https://a.co/d/dpuCcw0Credit to author Nicole Sachs and her podcast, "The Cure for Chronic Pain," for her journaling/meditating technique called, "Journal Speaks."Credit to Richard Schwartz for the concept of Parts Work and his Internal Family Systems Therapy Also mentioned on this podcast, the book: "The Sweet Spot," by Amy Poeppel https://a.co/d/2DbXNbOI'd love to hear from YOU! Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/For information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a short meditation designed to help you feel less anxious. The guided meditation will help you to connect with the sensations of anxiety and help you to be less afraid of feeling anxious. When we can sit with our anxious part and allow it to be present and seen it often gets smaller. Doing this meditation on a regular basis is a good way to experience less anxiety symptoms in your life. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! As a a mental health therapist I specialize in helping individuals to heal from anxiety disorders. And one reason why I have a good understanding of anxiety is that I too experience anxiety at times. And while anxiety is zero fun deal with there is some good news. There is a lot you can do proactively to help prevent anxiety symptoms.On this episode I'll share what I do on a regular basis that helps me to prevent anxiety. And all of these strategies are things that you can do as well. I'll tell you what my daily habits are for preventing anxiety, how they help me and what I do to make sure that I practice these helpful strategies on a regular basis.This is part one of a two part series. On next week's episode I'll tell you what I do if I do experience anxiety symptoms. I'll share the techniques that work for me to get back to feeling calm and grounded quickly. I'd love to hear from YOU! Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/For information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a mediation designed to help you rest in wellbeing. This meditation is perfect for when you would like to feel deeply relaxed and let go of stress or tension. This meditation was loosely taken from the book, Resilience; Powerful Practices for Bouncing Back from Disappointment, Difficulty and Even Disaster by Linda Graham, MFT - You can purchase it here: https://a.co/d/7hob5UCThis podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this episode naturopathic physician, Dr. Shawn Carney is here to talk about ADHD, (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and other challenges with focus and how he treats this symptom in children and adults. We will talk about how Dr. Carney searches like a detective to get to the root cause of focus issues, how Dr. Carney's approach differs from traditional western medicine and the various ways Dr. Carney treats individuals to improve their ability to focus. We talk about neurotransmitters, genetic mutations, the role nutrition plays in focus issues and more!And stay tuned till the end of the episode when Dr. Carney tells us what's bringing him more zen lately.If you enjoy this episode, check out episode number 29, "Using Naturopathic Medicine to Decrease Anxiety with Dr. Shawn Carney." Dr. Shawn Carney's Bio: Dr. Shawn M. Carney is a naturopathic physician with a long history of helping patients of all ages with many different health concerns. After graduating with honors as a double major in environmental science and philosophy from Purchase College in New York, Dr. Carney continued to pursue a fusion of these interests by undertaking a career in integrative medicine. He received a doctorate in naturopathic medicine from the University of Bridgeport after having worked for several engineering and environmental science firms and serving as a full-timeemergency medical technician. Dr. Carney has studied in a wide array of settings including physicians from the International Lyme and Associated Disease Society (ILADS) and treats patients with a wide variety of concerns including ADD/ADHD, anxiety, cardiovascular disease, carpal tunnel syndrome, chronic fatigue syndrome, depression, diabetes, fibromyalgia, Lyme disease, and thyroid disorders. He practices at Northeast Natural Medicine, LLC in Newtown, CT.Here's how to contact Dr. Carney:website: https://www.nenaturalmedicine.com/phone number: 1-800-723-2962email: [email protected]: @dr.shawncarney facebook: drshawncarney This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through setting an intention for your day. Whether it's the beginning of your day or smack, dab in the middle, this is a great mediation for being more mindful and intentional. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! If you are a parent of a tween or teen you have probably been on the receiving end of eye rolls and attitude. You know, where you say something to your kid and in return they roll their eyes at you or give a snarky response like, ''whatever." On this episode we will talk about ways to respond to eye rolls and attitude that are helpful and the ways we often respond and why those responses are not so helpful.This episode also includes the segment, "Connection Over Correction," where I'll tell you how my son and I recently had an interaction that included attitude but ended with connection and cooperation. And stay tuned till the end of the episode for, "What's Bringing Me More Zen Lately," where I'll tell you about something that is bringing me more joy, peace or calm. And here's a hint, it has to do with a cartoon character from my childhood and how he is bringing me joy throughout my day.I'd love to hear from YOU! Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/For information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a short mediation based on author Kristen Neff's steps on taking a, "Self Compassion Break." This meditation is perfect for days that are difficult. Whether you are dealing with stress at work, worry about a loved one or physically feel unwell, this mediation will help you to care for yourself in a loving way that is sure to have you feeling a little bit better. For more information on Kristen Neff and her work on self compassion: https://self-compassion.org/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this episode, Zen Friend and fan favorite, Don Richards is back to talk interior design on a budget. We will talk about some common problem areas that can be challenging to make beautiful in homes. We will also talk about how to make your home work for you now instead of decorating for a fantasy self. Ever wondered what your options are for an easy fix for a popcorn ceiling or mirrored closet doors? Is it ever a smart choice to refinish or DYI kitchen cabinets? Should you follow the Pinterest trend of using lots of matching baskets? Don answers all these questions and more!And stay tuned till the end of the episode when Don makes an exciting announcement!Don's Bio: Consumed by architecture, design, and home since childhood, Don graduated from the Savannah College of Art and Design in Savannah, Georgia with a degree in Historic Preservation. For the last thirty years, his obsession with home has seen him in the worlds of interior design, visual merchandising, and real estate. A Litchfield County native, Don has designed spaces in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, and Florida, while vowing never again to work in NYC because of elevator constraints. Can a sofa be disassembled and put back together? The answer is yes. Should it be? LOL, the answer is no. He believes the key to a space being home is personality and quirk. Try and think outside the box with vintage and unique. Look toward the architectural style of the property and let that guide you. If you love it, it will usually work. Just no 75'' flat screens, please. Don is passionate about BLTs, turtlenecks, and his orange tabby, Ernest. Not necessarily in that order.Connect with Don:email: [email protected] him at Middle Furniture and Home Design in Middlebury, CT: https://www.middleburyfurniture.com/instagram: @dwrhomedesignI'd love to hear from YOU! Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/For information on Lauren's counseling services, including her upcoming group counseling for children and teens check out: www.LaurenCounseling.comThis podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a meditation for when you are feeling worried about your child. It can be helpful to sit with difficult emotions. I hope this meditation brings you some peace and calm. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! It is super challenging to parent a tween or teen who is experiencing symptoms of anxiety. On this episode I will break down common symptoms of kids who are experiencing anxiety and I'll let you know what behaviors kids often exhibit when they are feeling anxious. I'll especially focus on one particular way that kids demonstrate that they are feeling anxious or worried. I'll tell you why this behavior is really difficult for parents and what you can do to help your child decrease it. And bonus..... decreasing this anxiety symptom will help you to feel less stressed and worried as a parent. Segments included in this episode: From My Therapist's Tool Box: Where I give a strategy that often helps my clients who I work with in my counseling private practice. On this episode I have a strategy that helps individuals dealing with worry or anxiety.What's Bringing Me More Zen: Where I tell you what's bringing me more calm, peace or joy lately. On this episode I will tell you about an inexpensive treat that I asked for for Valentine's Day this year. It's really delicious and you're going to want to run out and Treat Yo' Self! I'd love to hear from YOU! Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/For information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a short mediation designed to you invite in stillness and silence. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! Using humor with your tweens and teens is a fun and effective way to connect! On this episode I'll give you suggestions for ways to use humor with your kids to make and keep connections. I'll also give you some examples for how you can use humor to reconnect after you and your child have had an argument or just feel disconnected. For the second half of the episode, my daughter Leena will join me as we quiz each other on our knowledge of current day slang as well as slang from the 80's and 90's. We have a lot of fun as we give an example of how lighten the mood and use humor with your kids. And stay tuned till the very end for our mic check blooper where Leena gets a little snarky with me. It was nice of her to demonstrate the ups and downs of parent and teen relationships, LOL! I'd love to hear from YOU! Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/For information on Lauren's counseling services, including her upcoming group counseling for children and teens check out: www.LaurenCounseling.comThis podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a mediation designed to help you to release some stress and tension and feel more calm and grounded. Enjoy! This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! As a parent of a tween or teen your patience is tested on a regular basis! Gone are the days when your kids thought you were the most beautiful, amazing person in the world. Instead you get eye rolls and snarky comments and can often end your day feeling defeated. On this episode I will tell you what you can do in order to help you stay calm, cool and collected with your kids. The strategies I share involves caring for yourself in a way that will give you more patience and allow you to feel more in control during this often difficult parenting stage. And stay tuned till the end when I give you a less conventional self care strategy in our segment, Self Care Suggestion, that you are sure to have fun with! You can listen to this podcast wherever you listen to podcasts or here: https://www.laurencounseling.com/podcastThis episode mentions: Your Zen Friend Episode #61 https://www.laurencounseling.com/podcast/episode/772f9794/creating-connection-in-virtual-fitness-with-lauren-georgeYour Zen Friend Episode #33 https://www.laurencounseling.com/podcast/episode/772f9794/creating-connection-in-virtual-fitness-with-lauren-georgeSquirrel Buster Bird Feeder: https://a.co/d/j6vkfZ8I'd love to hear from YOU! Here's how to connect with me:Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourzenfriendEmail me at: [email protected] me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourzenfriendpod/For information on Lauren's counseling services for kids, teens and families check out: https://www.laurencounseling.com/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.

Send Lauren a text! On this Drop of Zen I will guide you through a short and very sweet mediation designed to help you to connect with yourself and feel more calm and grounded. This meditation is perfect to help you take a quick break during a hectic or stressful day. Enjoy! This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with your doctor or mental health provider in order to care for your physical or mental health.