Mental Health: Getting Unstuck - Five Expectations to have from Professionals [Getting Help 2]
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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.

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Bonus: Social Media and Mental Health with Guests Eden and Elisha Del Valle
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Bonus: Social Media and Mental Health with Guests Eden and Elisha Del Valle

The use of social media in today’s world has become the norm, particularly for teenagers. And while there are opportunities for great connection, depending on how one uses it, social media can take a toll on a person's mental health without healthy habits and intentional parameters.

In this episode, I’m excited to be joined by my kids, Eden and Elisha, and hear their perspectives and experiences with social media as they navigate their teen years and build social circles.

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Pause: Let's Decrease Your Stress and Anxiety [Pause 12]
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Pause: Let's Decrease Your Stress and Anxiety [Pause 12]

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: get settled, track sounds, and practice mental focus.

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Pause: Breath Work and Getting Present [Pause 11]
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Pause: Breath Work and Getting Present [Pause 11]

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: get settled and track your breath.

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Creating Safety and Security with Your Infant - Navigating Sleep and Nighttime Feedings [Sleep 11]
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Creating Safety and Security with Your Infant - Navigating Sleep and Nighttime Feedings [Sleep 11]

In today’s episode, we’re jumping into parenting to talk about creating safety and security with your infant as you navigate bonding and sleep.

There are many approaches and opinions, some based in research and others based on intuition. I’ll share from my experience as an attachment specialist, along with my experience as a parent, to help offer some ideas to consider as you move through your parenting journey.

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Pause: Get Back To Sleep [Pause 10]
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Pause: Get Back To Sleep [Pause 10]

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: get settled, track your breath, hand placement, imagine safety in water, spiritual practice of being with, and sleep.

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Teenage Brains and Sleep and How Parents Help Create Good Sleep Hygiene [Sleep 10]
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Teenage Brains and Sleep and How Parents Help Create Good Sleep Hygiene [Sleep 10]

In this episode, Dr. Kimber talks about teens, sleep routines, and habits. Quality sleep is essential for a teenager’s mental health and optimal development, and at this crucial stage of their lives, teenagers truly do need support from their parents, especially in the establishment of sound sleep habits and routines.

Taking into consideration how a teenage brain is wired, Dr. Kimber discusses the impact of a parent’s support on their teen’s health and well-being, along with key topics for parents to think about and keep in mind as they support their children with sleep.

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Bonus: Navigating Life with ADHD - Guest College Student Eden Del Valle
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Bonus: Navigating Life with ADHD - Guest College Student Eden Del Valle

ADHD — it can have a big impact on someone’s life! From academics to self-esteem, relationships to sleep, the touch of ADHD goes far and wide.

In today’s episode, I’m speaking with a very special guest — my daughter, Eden Del Valle, a current college sophomore who was diagnosed with ADHD in 3rd grade. In our conversation, Eden shares about her experience navigating life with ADHD, and strategies, tips, and resources she has found useful along the way.

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Pause: Loving Your Body Even When It's Letting You Down [Pause 09]
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Pause: Loving Your Body Even When It's Letting You Down [Pause 09]

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: get settled, track your breath, express gratitude to all the body parts, ground using hand placements and feeling warmth, notice the embodied experience of gratitude, and Voo Breath.

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Hormones, Menopause and Sleep with Dr. Lisa Fillis [Sleep 09]
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Hormones, Menopause and Sleep with Dr. Lisa Fillis [Sleep 09]

Hormones — they play a huge role in the body’s activities, though did you know that they play a huge role in sleep?

In today’s episode, we’re talking with Dr. Lisa Fillis, ND, and taking a look at the role hormones play in the body’s activities, especially sleep, as well as hormone disruption and menopause.

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Pause: A Walking Meditation - Shift Your Mood [Pause 08]
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Pause: A Walking Meditation - Shift Your Mood [Pause 08]

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: get outside, get in your body, use your senses to enhance your walk, and breath work.

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Sleep Hygiene: Substances, EMFs, Routines and Boundaries with guest Dr. Sunny Raleigh [Sleep 08]
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Sleep Hygiene: Substances, EMFs, Routines and Boundaries with guest Dr. Sunny Raleigh [Sleep 08]

Sleep — we’ve all heard how important it is to get a good night’s sleep since we were small. But…is it really that important?

In today’s episode, we’re going to address this question. I’m joined by guest Dr. Sunny Raleigh, DO, Co-Founder & Medical Director of Restoration Healthcare, Inc., and we dive into the importance of sleep on the body’s functions and overall health (yes, the quality of your sleep makes a difference), as well as discuss the potential roots of sleep disorders and share tips for improving your sleep.

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Pause: "I'm Safe" Grounding for Trauma Responses, Chronic Illness, Secondary Trauma and Anxiety [Pause 07]
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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.

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