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Ever had an eating disorder? Ever struggled with body issues? You're not alone! Today we talk to best-selling author and teacher, Brooke Heberling.Brooke shares her story of how and why she developed insecurities about her body and what her path to recovery entailed. She also breaks down myths surrounding eating disorders and how we can support those that are struggling with them.Besides being an author and advocate, Brooke has been a Freshman English teacher since graduating from Mississippi State University in 2007.Brooke also chronicled her journey in a fictional format in her best-selling novel Protecting Her Peace that debuted number 1 in its category on Amazon and Kindle. Check out her books here:
https://a.co/d/aQJZgKs
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What makes a cult a cult? Why do people get interested in them in the first place? This week we welcome best-selling author Anke Richter. Anke is the author of the very popular book Cult Trip which comes out for sale in the U.S. on April 6th. Anke talks about how her interest in cults started, some common traits she's observed about cults and their leaders over the years and what hurdles she faced writing her book.
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What exactly are parent wounds and how do they impact our lives? This week we welcome back Shoshana Marcus a.k.a Sho to discuss that and other aspects of child psychology. Sho talks about the long-term effects of the parent wound and tips someone can incorporate in their daily lives to better combat phases of low self-esteem and lack of self-confidence.
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What role does the nervous system play in correlation with mental health issues? If it's deregulated, is it possible to "hack" it? What do people exactly mean when they say listen to your body? This week we talk to trauma educator, nervous system coach and host of the Holistic Trauma Healing podcast, Lindsey Lockett. Lindsey explains what role the nervous system plays in our trauma and some tips to maintain regulation of it. She also shares ways your body often communicates with you and why some deregulation is actually a good thing.
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Ever had a migraine? This week we chat with migraine specialist Debbie Waidl who is certified by The Institute for Integrative Nutrition and the Institute for Functional Health Coaching. Debbie shares her background about struggling with chronic migraines for 10 years and what research she did to overcome that and start her own practice. She also talks about the root cause of most migraines and tips you can incorporate in your daily life to better manage migraines.
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This week we welcome Nigerian author and mental health advocate, Nnamdi Ogbonna. Nnamdi shares his story of what having depression in Nigeria entailed, how he first started planting the seeds of hope and tips for everyone else on what they can do. He also shares when his love of writing began and how it's helped him cope over the years.
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In honor of Black History Month, this week we welcome licensed therapist, writer and mental health advocate Katrina Leggins to talk about mental health awareness in African American culture and families. Katrina talks about what some of the biggest misconceptions are in black families about mental health, the positive changes that have come about post Covid and what we can expect in the future. She also shares some advice for young African Americans that might be struggling with mental health issues and what we all can do, regardless of race or ethnicity, to make a difference.
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Struggling to be in relationships because of severe trauma? If so, can that ever change? This week we welcome Jenny Helms-Calvin, therapist, author and founder of the largest mental health therapy practice in Kansas, SOMA Therapy. Jenny talks about what attachment trauma is, how it can impact relationships and what can be done to make it more manageable. She breaks down all the attachment stages, including anxious, avoidant and disorganized. Jenny also shares some of her own grounding techniques to regulate herself when she's feeling stressed.
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Are negative thoughts wearing you down? Look no further. This week we chat with Heather Hakes, a mindset coach, host of the popular podcast _Mind Over Matter_ and author of the book _Take The Leap_ . Heather takes us through her background about how and why she came to do what she does today. She also shares simple tips to help you gain a fresh perspective when you're bogged down by negativity.
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What is gender affirming care? Do all minors receiving it automatically get a sex-change operation? Not at all. This week we welcome licensed psychologist and host of the podcast Psych Talk Dr. Jessica Rabon to give us the complete 411 on gender affirming care. Dr. Rabon talks about what gender affirming care is, what some of the biggest misconceptions about it are and why it's an important part of therapy, especially for minors who are struggling with their gender identity.
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Episode produced & edited by Abuh Monday Eneojo.
This week we welcome back one of our earliest guests, author and poet Robert Fish a.k.a. Verde Mar on social media. Robert talks about why he cherishes his alone time and how his second book _Turbulent Waves_ came about. He also reads several of his poems.
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Episode produced & edited by Abuh Monday Eneojo.
What makes a narcissist a narcissist? What are some signs to watch out for if you're in a vulnerable headspace? This week we talk to coach and fellow podcaster, Adriana Bucci about all of that and more. Adriana shares her story of what it was like to be raised by a narcissistic parent, how and when she realized the truth and finally embarked on a path of recovery. Adriana also shares tips for people in a similar position and what they can do to get started on the same path.
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Episode produced & edited by Abuh Monday Eneojo.
Feeling a little low on self-confidence? Constantly questioning yourself if you have what it takes? Tune in as we break down Imposter Syndrome with author, educator and mental fitness coach Paul Larsen. Paul shares his story of an epiphany he had years ago at a memorial that led to a pivotal moment in life. He also delves deep into what Imposter Syndrome is, how he began coping with it and ultimately, how he learned to work with it instead of against it.
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Episode produced & edited by Abuh Monday Eneojo.
TW: Parts of this episode might be triggering for some people. Viewer discretion is strongly advised.
This week we welcome back Occupational Therapist and fellow podcaster Dr. Taelor for the concluding portion of a two-part exclusive. Dr. Taelor talks about what it feels like to be with narcissists and how we can all create a safe environment for those who feel triggered. The conversation also steers towards the dangers of misusing certain buzzwords associated with mental health on social media without understanding what they mean.
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TW: Parts of this episode might be triggering for some people. Viewer discretion is strongly advised.
What happens when you're made to feel by your family that you just don't matter? What happens to your mind and heart when you're emotionally abused much of your life? This week we chat with Occupational Therapist & fellow podcaster Dr. Taelor in the first of a two-part exclusive. In this first part, Dr. Taelor shares her story and her insights on trauma in family dynamics. She talks about what she went through and what circumstances finally led her to a glimmer of hope.
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Feeling stuck in life? Are you at a point where nothing seems to be going right? That's where today's guest, self-love coach & fellow podcaster Katie Allen was years ago. In this episode, Katie shares her story & talks about the pivotal moments which led to a shift in her life & overall mindset. Katie also shares a couple of tips & exercises to help maintain a positive outlook during difficult times.
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We all know PTSD stands for post traumatic stress disorder. But what qualifies as PTSD in layman's terms? How do we differentiate between PTSD and just bad memories? This week we welcome trauma psychologist Dr. Jenny Hughes to talk about all those things and much more. Jenny talks about the what kind of impact a traumatic incident causes and how long does it stay with us until it's officially diagnosed as PTSD. She also fills us in on the differences in treatment for PTSD in children vs adults and what distinguishes PTSD from Complex PTSD.
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What makes a guy like #JeffreyDahmer tick? What exactly makes a psychopath a psychopath? This week we welcome back friend of the show and forensic psychologist, Dr. Lina Haji. Dr. Haji talks about how early psychopathy can start and what are some of the contributing factors to it. She also helps shatter some misconceptions about psychopaths and why the fear of ever getting caught in guys like Dahmer and Danny Rolling a.k.a Gainesville Ripper is practically nil.
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Last month, several daycare workers in Mississippi put on 'scream' masks & tried to scare the children at the daycare. What kind of psychological impact that does that have on children? What could be the psychological motivation behind such acts?
This week it's all about child psychology as we chat with clinical psychologist Dr. Malissa Tigges.
Dr. Tigges shares her insights on the story and talks about possible impacts of it on the children as they get older.
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Does sexual trauma have to be physical? And if not, is the long-term impact the same? We address these kind of questions and so much more in this first part of a 2-part exclusive about Covert Emotional Incest (CEI) with licensed clinical social worker and certified psychodramatist, Adena Bank Lees. Adena walks us through what exactly CEI is, why it's not as recognized as it should be and some of the most common misconceptions about it. Be sure to catch part 2 next week when we talk about what you can do if you're struggling with CEI and why there's always hope after it.
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