Pause: From Anxiety to Grounding - Tools and and Journal Prompts for Self Awareness [Pause 62]
In this episode, Dr. Kimber Del Valle invites you to embrace the power of pause, guiding you through a series of thoughtful journal prompts and breathing exercises designed to ground you and awaken clarity. Listen here to learn more.
Pause: Building Your Sleep Skills: A Practical Approach to Settling Your Body [Pause 61]
In this episode, Dr. Kimber shares some invaluable insights on building your skills to regulate your body for a better sleep experience.
Pause: Feeling Safe: Unlocking the Body’s Capacity for Processing Trauma Responses [Pause 60]
In this podcast episode, Dr. Kimber guides you through powerful relaxation techniques to help reset your mind from overwhelming feelings or trauma responses.
Pause: Cultivating Gratitude - Finding Inner Strength and Resilience [Pause 58]
In this week's episode of I Thought I Was Over This, Dr. Kimber cultivates your inner cheerleader and compassion in order to be able to process the difficulties you may be encountering.
Beyond Conception: Exploring Baby Loss, IVF, and the Emotional Impact of Infertility with guest Anietie (Tia) Ukpe-Wallace
In today's episode, our guest, Anietie (Tia) Ukpe-Wallace, shares her personal journey with baby loss and infertility and the work she does supporting individuals who have had similar journeys. We'll delve into topics such as manual therapy, emotional and psychological factors that impact fertility, and the importance of finding resilience after loss. Tia's story is a testament to the power of community support and the need to honor and sit with our grief.
Pause: Let Me Help — Shifting Out of Bad Dreams and Night Terrors [Pause 37]
Today we will focus on shifting out of the fear and terror that comes when having an event that you'd describe as a bad dream, night terrors or nightmares. This helps you shift from a racing heart into a calmer, more grounded state quicker.
Being Present for Those in Grief: Reflections on Comforting Words and What Not To Say [Grief Series 4]
On this episode of I Thought I Was Over This, I share personal experiences with grief and suffering, offering insights and tips on how to effectively communicate with those who are going through difficult times.
Pause: Emotional Healing by Creating Containers for Unfamiliar Feelings [Pause 33]
Pause episodes are designed to enhance the connection between your mind and body, promoting reset and presence in any circumstance. In this episode, I share some valuable insights on how to cope with the feelings of trauma and isolation that many of us may experience at some point in our lives.
It's Here!!! Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing Author's Note and Chapter 1
Today's episode is sponsored by Still: Making a Whole When Parts Go Missing, which is out now.
This episode is for all those who have been impacted by grief and what's needed in order to help us process it so we can make it something more than we ever imagined.
Pause: Getting Out of Overwhelm And Taking A Pause [Pause 21]
Pause episodes aim to improve the connection between your mind and body. In this episode, we are getting grounded and present, and slowing down in order to reset ourselves.
Creating Space for Grief and Loss During the Holiday Season [Part 3]
As we head into the holiday season, let’s talk about grief and the holidays.
This episode is part 3 of a 3-part mini-series on how to stay sane during the holiday season so you can emerge into the new year refreshed and rejuvenated.
Pause: Getting Present When Expecting Difficulty Ahead [Pause 20]
If you haven't tried our Pause episodes before, welcome. These episodes aim to improve the connection between your mind and body.
This is an episode to help you practice being in your body and comforting that younger self, which may be stuck in family dynamics or past trauma, and isn't feeling safe.
Making the Most of Family Interactions During the Holiday Season [Part 2]
So you’re going to be spending time with family over the holidays — let’s talk how to navigate family dynamics to help you feel more connected.
This episode is part 2 of a 3-part mini-series on how to stay sane during the holiday season so you can emerge into the new year refreshed and rejuvenated.
Staying Sane During the Holiday Season [Part 1]
We’re approaching the end of the year…which means the holidays are coming. How are you feeling about that?
This episode is part 1 of a 3-part mini-series on how to stay sane during the holiday season so you can emerge into the new year refreshed and rejuvenated.
Mental Health: Where To Turn For Professional Help - Therapy versus Coaching [Getting Help 3]
I’m struggling…where can I turn for help? Do I need a therapist (and what kind), or a coach?
In episode 3 of the Getting Help series, we’re looking at where to turn for professional help, specifically looking at therapy v. coaching, and what kind of help to look for.
Special Episode: Navigating Pregnancy and Infant Loss - Finding Words When You Have None
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Month. This special episode has pieces of my journey with pregnancy loss in hopes that it will help you in your journey — however you’ve been impacted.
Mental Health: Getting Unstuck - Five Expectations to have from Professionals [Getting Help 2]
Is it normal for my therapist to not show up or cancel at the last minute? How can I find someone who is a fit for me?
In episode 2 of the Getting Help series, we’re looking at what you can expect from people who are helping you, what you should be looking for, and how to find help and support that is the right fit for YOU.
Pause: When You Don't Know What To Do - Sitting With Uncertainty [Pause 14]
Welcome to a Pause episode. In Pause episodes, we put into practice training our minds and connecting with our body.
This episode is for when you don’t know what to do — it will help with sitting with uncertainty.
Sleep and Mental Health, Growth Models and Season 1 Wrap Up [Sleep 12]
Welcome to the final episode of season 1! In this concluding sleep series episode, we look at top episodes from the season, how and why various topics were covered, a recap of why sleep is so important, and a preview of what’s coming next season!
Pause: "I'm Safe" Grounding for Trauma Responses, Chronic Illness, Secondary Trauma and Anxiety [Pause 07]
Welcome to a Pause episode, different from the Sleep episodes where we get into stories and content. In Pause episodes, we put into practice training our minds and connecting with our body.
In this episode we: discuss why we need to ground — Neuroception, grounding practice, quiet your mind through breath work, notice how you are physically safe, and mind work noticing the senses.