EPISODE 40: TURNING PAIN INTO PURPOSE AND THE POWER OF FORGIVENESS WITH EMILY GOUGH

EPISODE 40: TURNING PAIN INTO PURPOSE AND THE POWER OF FORGIVENESS WITH EMILY GOUGH

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Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

Today on the podcast I have invited fellow podcaster and human connection & transformational coach, Emily Gough to come on and talk to us about the power of forgiveness and how forgiving someone who hurt you is actually for you.

Like a rug ripped out from under her, Emily’s life took an unexpected turn when she found out on Christmas Eve her ex had been having an affair for the last 9 years. Forced to take matters into her own hand, Emily ended the relationship, sold her house and nearly all her belongings, and booked a solo one-way ticket to the opposite side of the globe. Today, Emily inspires others through her podcast and coaching to take ownership of the circumstances life has handed them and create a deeper sense of meaning and purpose from major life transitions.


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Emily Gough is a human connection & transformational coach, speaker, mental health advocate, and host of the top 200 Room to Grow™ Podcast. With years of coaching experience, connection & compassion as superpowers, and a tendency to bring a sense of humor to tough topics, Emily’s warm, genuine, down-to-earth, and direct approach encompasses the full mind/body and will give you the guidance, real-life tools, and perspective you need to help you like and trust yourself more to create the life and relationships you deserve. As seen in Forbes.

Today on the podcast we are going to be talking about creating a deeper sense of meaning and purpose from major life transitions, how forgiveness can sometimes be for you and not for someone else, the benefits of forgiveness, how letting go of pain and anger makes room for something better, the psychology of forgiveness, how to turn pain into purpose, and how to forgive someone who hurt you can help you move forward with your life and help you let go of the past.

To learn more about Emily Gough - CLICK HERE

I hope you enjoy this episode on forgiveness, how to forgive someone who has hurt you, and the benefits of forgiveness as much as I did! Feel free to leave your thought below!

Also, special thanks to Mattias Friberg for composing the music for this podcast and perfecting my sound!


DID YOU KNOW THE 10 MOST STRESSFUL LIFE EVENTS ARE:

  1. Death of a loved one

  2. Divorce or Separation

  3. Getting Married

  4. Starting a New Job

  5. Workplace Stressors

  6. Financial Problems

  7. Moving

  8. Chronic Illness

  9. Retirement

  10. Transitioning to Adulthood

- FORGIVING SOMEONE DOESN’T MEAN -

  • You are excusing someones actions or pardoning them from committing them!

  • You NEED to tell the person that he or she is forgiven. You can keep that decision to yourself.

  • You won’t be triggered or have any further feelings about the situation.

  • There is nothing further to work out in the relationship and that you should let go of what happened if you want to move forward.

  • You should forget the incident ever happened.

  • You have to continue to include the person in your life.

  • You need to do for the other person. Many of the benefits around forgiveness are actually for you


- Where To Find Emily Gough Online -


INSTAGRAM @EmilyGoughCoach
WEBSITE
https://emilygoughcoaching.com
FACEBOOK
Emily Gough Coaching
Podcast
Room To Grow Podcast



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EPISODE 39: HOW TO TAKE YOUR POWER BACK WITH DIETER RANDOLPH

EPISODE 39: HOW TO TAKE YOUR POWER BACK WITH DIETER RANDOLPH

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Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

Today on the podcast I have invited coach and fellow podcaster Dieter Randolph to come on and teach how we can take our power back!

Once a third-generation minister, Dieter like so many of us, struggled to find a path in life that filled him with purpose. He tried everything from being a minister, to built websites to worked in a record store and even tried selling used cars, but none of it gave him the joy and purpose he craved. After going through and overcoming his own lived experience, Dieter today, helps others build a life they love and fills them with purpose.


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Today on the podcast we are going to be talking about finding your purpose in life, healing, taking power back, self compassion and share stories that empower us.

To learn more about Dieter Randolph - CLICK HERE

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- CHECK OUT DIETER’S BOOK -

Meaning Fullfilled: 7 Practical Answers for Finding What Matters and Changing Your Life

In the face of something meaningful, material things don't resonate with us at all. It's the plot of every romance novel. The protagonist will stand out in the rain in front of their beloved's house. It's the story of the inspired artist or the driven scientist. They will skip sleep and miss meals to do something great. It's a damn fine Percy Sledge song.

This is what our journey is about. We are going to dig past what we're told was important and find what's meaningful. You are the artist, the genius, the conquering hero. You were born for this. We're going to claim that birthright, starting now.

Meaning fullfilled is the process of finding meaning, letting it define and fill you, and using what you've found to change the world.


- Where To Find Dieter Randloph Online -


INSTAGRAM @WayPastOkay
WEBSITE
http://WayPastOkay.com
TWITTER
@WayPastOkay
YOUTUBE
http://askdieter.com



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EPISODE 38: ATTACHMENT STYLES WITH KIM KIMBALL

EPISODE 38: ATTACHMENT STYLES WITH KIM KIMBALL

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Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

Today on the podcast I have invited certified life coach Kim Kimball, to come on the show and teach us all about the different attachment styles people can have in various types of relationship in our lives.

Kim Kimball is best known for helping ambitious women heal their codependent and hyper-independent behaviors so that they can have thriving relationships with partners, family, friends and colleagues. She uses mind + body based approaches to coach women to understand the ‘why’ behind their behavioral patterns.


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Today on the podcast we are going to be talking about attachment styles, relationships, somatic healing and therapy.

To learn more about Kim Kimball - CLICK HERE

I hope you enjoy this episode about attachment styles, relationships, somatic healing and therapy as much as I did! Feel free to leave your thought below!

Also, special thanks to Mattias Friberg for composing the music for this podcast and perfecting my sound!


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- EMOTIONAL ATTACHMENT STYLES -

Avoidant Attachment - an attachment style that develops during early childhood, often occurring in children who do not experience kind and sensitive responses to their needs or distress. Children with an avoidant attachment style may become very independent, both physically and emotionally and turn into adults who avoid conflict and have a hard time expressing their feelings.

Anxious Attachment - an attachment stye where a person may have a hard time feeling secure in relationships. As young children, they may cling to caregivers or become inconsolable when a caregiver leaves. As adults they become needy, argumentative, whiny, and even clingy, and often have a hard time trusting people. They may also exhibit low self worth.

Fearful-Avoidant/Disorganized Attachment - an attachment style that develops from a parent's consistent failure to respond appropriately to their child's distress, or by a parent's inconsistent response to their child's feelings of fear or distress. They may have at one moment experienced soothing, the next angry or overwhelmed causing them to become very fearful when in relationships.

Secure Attachment - an attachment style where the person feels secure sharing their feelings in a relationship and can trust their partner has the best intentions. As adults they are able to have trusting, lasting relationships, feel supported by their partner, are not afraid to seek out support and tend to have good self esteem.

- BOOK A FREE 60 MIN COACHING SESSION WITH KIM -

I'd love to gift a complimentary, pitch-free, 60 min coaching session to your listeners who feel called to explore more deeply.’ - KIM KIMBALL


- Where To Find Kim Kimball Online -


INSTAGRAM @kimkimballcoaching
WEBSITE
www.kimkimballcoaching.com
FACEBOOK
Kim Kimball Coaching



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EPISODE 37: A CRASH COURSE IN BUDDHISM AND THE POWER OF MINDFULNESS WITH DR. DIANE GEHART

EPISODE 37: A CRASH COURSE IN THE BASICS OF BUDDHISM AND THE POWER OF MINDFULNESS WITH DR. DIANE GEHART

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Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

Today on the podcast I have invited best selling author and psychotherapist Dr. Diane Gehart to come on the show and give us a crash course in the basics of Buddhism, the power of mindfullness, and playful ways we can increase our daily does of joy.

For those who don’t know Dr. Gehart she is a professor at the California State University, a psychotherapist, an author of over 12 books, and an award winning educator. Her research has been featured in newspapers, on radio shows and on television worldwide, and she maintains an active private practice in the Los Angeles area.


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Today on the podcast we are going to be getting a crash course in the basics of Buddhism, talking about Buddhist practices, Buddhism facts, the power and benefits of mindfulness and Dr. Diane Geharts book ‘Mindfulness For Chocolate Lovers’ that talks about the befits of introducing a daily mindful practice using a piece of chocolate.

To learn more about Dr. Diane Gehart - CLICK HERE

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did! Feel free to leave your thought below!

Also, special thanks to Mattias Friberg for composing the music for this podcast and perfecting my sound!


- BENEFITS OF MINDFULLNESS AND MEDIATION -

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- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES -

Enjoy a guided mindful practice with Dr. Diane Gehart using a piece of chocolate.

An accomplished and honored professor, psychotherapist, author, and chocolate connoisseur, Diane Gehart identifies surprisingly efficient and fun ways to increase your daily dose of joy. Drawing on positive psychology, Eastern wisdom, and three decades of psychotherapist know-how, she outlines a no-nonsense yet good-humored path to get you where you want to go. She will teach you step-by-step how to:
- Identify the essential elements necessary for life-long happiness and add them to your everyday habits.
- Develop an unshakable sense of inner joy that sustains you in good times and bad.
- Engage your most painful life circumstances to dramatically improve your life for the better.
- Navigate common pitfalls and challenges, including skillfully handling the most difficult personalities and relationships.
- Transform how you journey through life―making it a joy ride regardless of weather or other unforeseen circumstances.


- Where To Find Dr. Diane Gehart Online -


WEBSITE
https://dianegehart.com/
YOUTUBE
Diane R Gehart, PH.D.


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EPISODE 32 : THE VICTIM / DRAMA TRIANGLE WITH DR. ASSAEL ROMANELLI

EPISODE 32: THE VICTIM / DRAMA TRIANGLE WITH DR. ASSAEL ROMANELLI

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Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

Today on the podcast, I have invited clinical social worker, licensed couples and family therapist, YouTuber, writer and podcaster Dr. Assael Romanelli, to come on the podcast and talk to us about codependency, the victim triangle (also known as the Karpman drama triangle) and how to take back control of your life.

Dr. Assael has a PH.D in clinical social work and is a licensed therapist. He has worked with hundreds of individuals, families, and couple all over the world. Together with his wife, he founded and is the director of The Potential State Institute for Enriching Relationships as well as contributes regularly to Psychology Today! With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Assael Romanelli has trained a wide range of individuals and professionals in the art of being more spontaneous, playful and effective in their life and work!


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Today on the podcast we are going to be talking about codependency, the victim triangle (aka the drama triangle), why people fall into these patterns, how we can break out of these cycles and Dr. Assael’s ‘life model’ to help you to achieve a more spontaneous, playful and effective life.

To learn more about Dr. Assael Romenlli - CLICK HERE

I hope you enjoy this episode on the victim triangle (Stephen Karpman drama triangle) as much as I did! Feel free to leave your thought below!

Also, special thanks to Mattias Friberg for composing the music for this podcast and perfecting my sound!


- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES -

THE KARPMAN DRAMA TRIANGLE

The Dramatic Triangle Karpman

- Where To Find Dr Assael Romanelli Online -


PODCAST The Potential State
WEBSITE
www.potentialstate.com
PSYCHOLOGY TODAY BLOG
The Other Side Of Relationships
FACEBOOK
The Potential State
YOUTUBE The Potential State


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EPISODE 29: AN INTRO TO PSYCHEDELIC ASSISTED PSYCHOTHERAPY WITH MMA'S CO-FOUNDER TANIA DE JONG

EPISODE 29: AN INTRO TO PSYCHEDELIC ASSISTED PSYCHOTHERAPY WITH MMA'S CO-FOUNDER TANIA DE JONG

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Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

Today on the podcast I have invited award-winning social entrepreneur and co-founder of Mind Medicine Australia, Tania de Jong, to come on the show and talk to us about the power of psychedelic therapy to treat a wide range of mental illnesses.


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Mind Medicine Australia (MMA) is a charitable organization that seeks to expand the treatment options available to medical practitioners in Australia and their patients suffering from mental illnesses. They focus on developing safe and effective psychedelic-assisted therapies with the help of trained MDMA and psilocybin therapists and offering a Certificate in Psychedelic Assisted Therapies (CPAT) (the first in the Southern Hemisphere).

Today on the podcast we are going to be talking about psychedelic assisted therapies that utilize MDMA and psilocybin mushrooms therapy for depression, PTSD, anxiety, end-of-life distress, dementia, anorexia, and opioid, alcohol, and smoking addictions, as well as what is next for Mind Medicine Australia.

To learn more about Mind Medicine Australia - CLICK HERE

I hope you enjoy learning about psilocybin mushrooms therapy for depression and this episode on psychedelic therapy as much as I did! Feel free to leave your thought below!

Also, special thanks to Mattias Friberg for composing the music for this podcast and perfecting my sound!


- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES -

The New York Times bestseller Johann Hari’s Lost Connections offering a radical new way of thinking about depression and anxiety.

There was a mystery haunting award-winning investigative journalist Johann Hari. He was thirty-nine years old, and almost every year he had been alive, depression and anxiety had increased in Britain and across the Western world. Why?

He had a very personal reason to ask this question. When he was a teenager, he had gone to his doctor and explained that he felt like pain was leaking out of him, and he couldn't control it or understand it. Some of the solutions his doctor offered had given him some relief-but he remained in deep pain.

So, as an adult, he went on a forty-thousand-mile journey across the world to interview the leading experts about what causes depression and anxiety, and what solves them. He learned there is scientific evidence for nine different causes of depression and anxiety and that this knowledge leads to a very different set of solutions: ones that offer real hope.


- Where To Find Mind Medicine Australia Online -


INSTAGRAM @Mindmedicine.au
WEBSITE
https://mindmedicineaustralia.org.au/
FACEBOOK Mind Medicine Australia
YOUTUBE
Mind Medicine Australia



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EPISODE 28 : HOW TO TRANSFORM PTSD INTO POST TRAUMATIC GROWTH WITH JEN CUI

EPISODE 28 : HOW TO TRANSFORM PTSD INTO POST TRAUMATIC GROWTH WITH JEN CUI

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Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

Today on the podcast I have invited holistic health coach and certified personal trainer Jen Cui to come on the show and teach us how we can transform PTSD into Post Traumatic Growth

For over 6 years, Jen suffered from depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, disordered eating, and post-traumatic stress. After traditional medicine and therapies failed to treat her symptoms, Jen made the pivotal choice to embark on a self-healing journey to strengthen her mental health and build a positive relationship with her body. Now, she is thriving in her wellness and helping others do the same.

As the founder of Jen Cui Health, Jen’s mission is to empower people to live a healthy lifestyle that is authentic to them. She has helped hundreds of women and men reclaim their lives and bodies through invigorating live workouts as well as her signature “Find Your Freedom” mindfulness-based 12-week coaching program.

Today on the podcast we are going to be talking about Neuro-Linguistic Programming, psychology​ ​Martin Seligman’s​ 3 P’s to setback recovery, and Psychologist​ ​Carol Dweck​’s 4 Q’s to effectively respond to challenging situations or emotions.

To learn more about Jen’s #My2021 Self-Care Pledge & 6-week Challenge (take the pledge to prioritize your wellness this year and have a chance to win a coaching session with me) - CLICK HERE

To join one of Jen’s Live Weekday Workouts, visit jencui.com/workshops

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did! Feel free to leave your thought below!

Also, special thanks to Mattias Friberg for composing the music for this podcast and perfecting my sound!


- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES -


The Things you Can See Only When You Slow Down is a bestselling mindfulness guide by Haemin Sunim (which means “spontaneous wisdom”), a renowned Buddhist meditation teacher born in Korea and educated in the United States, illuminates a path to inner peace and balance amid the overwhelming demands of everyday life.


When it was first published, Intuitive Eating was revolutionary in its anti-dieting approach. The authors, both prominent health professionals in the field of nutrition and eating disorders, urge readers to embrace the goal of developing body positivity and reconnecting with one’s internal wisdom about eating―to unlearn everything they were taught about calorie-counting and other aspects of diet culture and to learn about the harm of weight stigma.

In The Four Agreements, bestselling author don Miguel Ruiz reveals the source of self-limiting beliefs that rob us of joy and create needless suffering. Based on ancient Toltec wisdom, The Four Agreements offer a powerful code of conduct that can rapidly transform our lives to a new experience of freedom, true happiness, and love.



In this beautiful follow-up to his international bestseller The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down, Zen Buddhist monk Haemin Sunim turns his trademark wisdom to the art of self-care, arguing that only by accepting yourself--and the flaws that make you who you are--can you have compassionate and fulfilling relationships with your partner, your family, and your friends. With more than thirty-five full-color illustrations, Love For Imperfect Things will appeal to both your eyes and your heart, and help you learn to love yourself, your life, and everyone in it.

Trauma is a fact of life. Veterans and their families deal with the painful aftermath of combat; one in five Americans have been molested; one in four grew up with alcoholics; one in three couples have engaged in physical violence. Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, one of the world’s foremost experts on trauma, has spent over three decades working with survivors. In The Body Keeps the Score, he uses recent scientific advances to show how trauma literally reshapes both body and brain, compromising sufferers’ capacities for pleasure, engagement, self-control, and trust. He explores innovative treatments—from neurofeedback and meditation to sports, drama, and yoga—that offer new paths to recovery by activating the brain’s natural neuroplasticity. Based on Dr. van der Kolk’s own research and that of other leading specialists, The Body Keeps the Score exposes the tremendous power of our relationships both to hurt and to heal—and offers new hope for reclaiming lives.


- Where To Find Jen Online -


INSTAGRAM @JenCuiHealth
WEBSITE
www.jencuihealth.com
FACEBOOK JenCuiHealth


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EPISODE 26: 2021 RELATIONSHIP GOALS WITH SPLASH OF ASH

EPISODE 26: 2021 ROMANTIC RELATIONSHIP GOALS WITH SPLASH OF ASH

Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

Today on the podcast I have invited Ashley Parker from Splash of Ash to come on and share some 2021 relationship goals with us!

For those who don’t know Ashley, she has spent most of her life dedicated to caring for others and helping them cultivate a life they love. Having received a Bachelor in Psychology and Masters in Mental Health, Ashley worked as a Clinical Mental Health counselor before starting her lifestyle and wellness brand ‘Splash of Ash.

Since Valentine’s day is coming up and cultivating true lasting love’ is a pillar in just about everybody’s life, I thought it would be fun to have Ashley come on and give us all a little pep talk on how we can step up our relationship with these 2021 romantic relationship goals!


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Today on the podcast we are going to be talking about 2021 couple relationship goals, how to cultivate more self-love, and the power of ‘I Feel’ statements. Also, don’t forget to check out all our graphics with quotes about relationship goals!

To learn more about Ashley Parker visit her website: https://splashofash.co

I hope you enjoy this episode about relationship goals as much as I did! Feel free to leave your thought below!

Also, special thanks to Mattias Friberg for composing the music for this podcast and perfecting my sound!


- Where To Find Ashley Parker Online -


INSTAGRAM @a_splashofash
WEBSITE
https://splashofash.co


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EPISODE 25: IDENTIFYING YOUR SELF DOUBT ARCHETYPE WITH HAYLEY LLOYD

EPISODE 25: IDENTIFYING YOUR SELF DOUBT ARCHETYPE WITH HAYLEY LLOYD

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Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

Today on the podcast I have invited mindset & self-belief coach Hayley Lloyd to come on the show and educate us on how to overcome self-doubts and limiting beliefs so you can stop doubting yourself.

Originally from the UK, Hayley currently resides in Sydney, Australia, and has personally battled with chronic anxiety & depression as well as a dependency on drugs and alcohol as a way to feel normal. In the last few years however she has been on a journey of healing and coming home to herself, has quit drinking and doing drugs, and is now living an anxiety-free life with total confidence & ease.

NOW, As a mindset & self-belief coach, Hayley’s mission is to empower others to do the same.

Through a blend of practical mindset work, EFT, hypnotherapy & spiritual practices Hayley guides her clients & audience into getting out of their own way so they can step into living a life of purpose.


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Today on the podcast we are going to be talking about how to identify self doubt and limiting beliefs so that you can bring awareness to your own behavior patterns and do what is necessary to change and heal your limiting beliefs. We break down what is self doubt, give you self doubt examples, share how self doubt and anxiety are linked, and show you how to overcome self doubt. Also don’t forget to check out a collection of quotes about self doubt below!

To learn more about Hayley contact her at http://hayleylloyd.com

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did! Feel free to leave your thought below!

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- Where To Find Hayley Online -


INSTAGRAM @HayleyJuneLloyd
WEBSITE
http://hayleylloyd.com


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EPISODE 22: THE TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS OF SOCIAL MEDIA WITH JESSICA MANN

EPISODE 22: THE TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS OF SOCIAL MEDIA WITH JESSICA MANN

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Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

Today on the podcast I have a dear friend and absolute powerhouse of a woman joining me, Jessica Mann AKA The Blonde Mann.

For those who don’t know Jessica, she is a beauty and lifestyle creator on Instagram who also currently resides in Toronto. Guided by vulnerability, Jessica connects with her audience through authentic storytelling and creating raw beauty tutorials. She’s also one of the funniest people I know! So, even if you don’t share the same love for makeup, her personality is hard to resist and you can’t help but be drawn to her.

Further, Jessica also knows the importance of building beauty from the inside out and strives to create a community built on trust, long-lasting internet friendship, vulnerability, and realness.

The reason why I asked Jessica to come on the podcast is because she, like me, knows what it’s like to get wrapped up in social media and the toxic dangers that can come from it. Since she is also an advocate of mental health I thought she would make a great guest to talk about the impact of social media and have a depression chat.

I have shared previously on the podcast about my struggles with playing the comparison game and putting my self worth and value into the hands of others and I know she’s no stranger to those destructive patterns and the negative impacts of social media as well.

Today on the podcast we are going to be talking about Jessica and I’s a personal experience with the effects of social media on our mental health, the trials and tribulations of cultivating a better relationship with social media, and the importance of self-love.

To learn more about Jessica, check out her YouTube channel HERE.

I hope you enjoy this episode about the negative effects of social media and how to cultivate a better relationship with it as much as I did! Feel free to leave your thought below and share how you are being an advocate of mental health in your community!

Also, special thanks to Mattias Friberg for composing the music for this podcast and perfecting my sound!


- Where To Find Jessica Online -


INSTAGRAM @theblodnemann
WEBSITE
www.theblondemann.com
YOUTUBE @theblondemann


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EPISODE 21: STEPPING INTO YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF WITH KARA LATTA

EPISODE 21: STEPPING INTO YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF WITH KARA LATTA

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Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

Today on the podcast I have invited Kara Latta, Founder and Chief Fun Officer of The Playful Warrior and the Creator of ThoughtPLAY, to come on the podcast and share with us some tips and advice on how to step into and fully embrace our authentic selves.

Kara, for those who don’t know her, helps people embody and express their true self through the power of play and subconscious reprogramming. Through her ThoughtPLAY program, Kara takes clients on an incredible 8-week PLAY journey to reconnect with your inherent nature, uninhibited creativity and infinite possibilities.

Today on the podcast we are going to be talking about shadow work, the importance of playfulness, connecting with your inner child and reprogramming of the subconscious mind.

To learn more about Kara’s ThoughtPLAY program or contact her at www.ThePlayfulWarrior.com

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did! Feel free to leave your thought below!

Also, special thanks to Mattias Friberg for composing the music for this podcast and perfecting my sound!


- Recommended Resources -

Lonerwolf - a modern hub for down-to-earth spiritual seekers. Our philosophy is to walk the path less traveled and listen to your soul's calling.


- Meet My Inner Child -

When I requested to meet my inner child, 5 year old me from Montalcino, Tuscany showed up. A happy, innocent, playful child who loves life, is always smiling and just wants to be friends.


- Where To Find Kara Online -


INSTAGRAM @ThePlayfulWarrior
WEBSITE www.ThePlayfulWarrior.com


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EPISODE 20: HOW TO OVERCOME YOUR QUARTER-LIFE CRISIS WITH TESS BRIGHAM

EPISODE 20: HOW TO OVERCOME YOUR QUARTER-LIFE CRISIS WITH TESS BRIGHAM

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Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

Today on the podcast I have invited Tess Brigham (LMFT, BCC) to come on and teach us how to overcome the quarter-life crisis!

For those who don’t know Tess, she is a Licensed Psychotherapist and Board-Certified Coach that specializes in helping Millennials discover their unique life path so they can go out into the world and make an impact.

At age 27, Tess seemed to have it all as a top Hollywood junior talent manager. But on the inside, things felt empty and pointless. She took a huge risk, quit her job, and rebuilt a career and life she loved. Now she helps other early-career professionals navigate the same quarter-life crisis process.

With over 15 years of experience, Tess has helped thousands of people find their purpose, develop their confidence and create a life they’re excited about living. Identifying your issues is one thing, taking action to get past them is another. Tess’s rare combination of being a trained psychotherapist and a certified coach make her uniquely qualified to help young adults find clarity so they can confidently discover their path and make an impact on the world.

She has been featured on the TV show “The Doctors” and is a regular contributor at CNBC as “The Millennial Therapist.” She has also been a featured Millennial expert at NBC News, Oprah Magazine, MindBodyGreen, Yahoo News, USA Today, Mic, Real Simple, Chicago Tribune, Huff Post, Brit & Co, Bustle, She Knows, Primer Magazine, GenTwenty, I Am & Co, Chelsea Krost, Insider, Creative Global, Thrive Global and Thought Catalog.

Today on the podcast we are going to be talking about decisive decision making, embracing your journey and filling your life with purpose.

To learn more about Tess’s Find Your Path Course or contact her at Www.TessBrigham.Com

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- Recommended Readings -

The path to personal and professional fulfillment is rarely straight. Ask anyone who has achieved his or her biggest goals or whose relationships thrive and you’ll hear stories of many unexpected detours along the way. What separates those who master these challenges and those who get derailed? The answer is agility—emotional agility.

Emotional agility is a revolutionary, science-based approach that allows us to navigate life’s twists and turns with self-acceptance, clear-sightedness, and an open mind. Renowned psychologist Susan David developed this concept after studying emotions, happiness, and achievement for more than twenty years. She found that no matter how intelligent or creative people are, or what type of personality they have, it is how they navigate their inner world—their thoughts, feelings, and self-talk—that ultimately determines how successful they will become.


In this must-read book for anyone striving to succeed, pioneering psychologist Angela Duckworth shows parents, educators, athletes, students, and business people-both seasoned and new-that the secret to outstanding achievement is not talent but a focused persistence called “grit.”

Why do some people succeed and others fail? Sharing new insights from her landmark research on grit, MacArthur “genius” Angela Duckworth explains why talent is hardly a guarantor of success. Rather, other factors can be even more crucial such as identifying our passions and following through on our commitments.


- Where To Find Tess Online -


INSTAGRAM @Tess_bringham
WEBSITE Www.TessBrigham.Com
TWITTER
@MFTTess
FACEBOOK
Tess Brigham Coaching


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EPISODE 19: HOW TO MAKE YOUR RELATIONSHIP THRIVE WITH LEISSE WILCOX

EPISODE 19: HOW TO MAKE YOUR RELATIONSHIP THRIVE WITH LEISSE WILCOX

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Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

Today on the podcast I have invited Leisse Wilcox, a master mindset + success coach who is changing the global conversation on emotional health and self-love, to come on the podcast and impart her wisdom on how to make your relationship thrive!

Leisse, if you have never heard of her, is a passionate speaker, dynamic thought leader, author, NLP practitioner, top podcast host, cancer survivor, mom of three, and taco enthusiast. Her entire experience has been about coming home to her truest self and calling herself “beloved,” knowing intimately that changing the world starts by making the changes we want to see within ourselves first. 

She is also a TEDx speaker, the bestselling author of "To Call Myself Beloved: a Story of Hope, Healing, and Coming Home," and can be found on Season 2 of Amazon Prime’s The Social Movement.

Today on the podcast we are going to be talking about Feminine and Masculin energies, love languages, the impacts of covid, triggers that can arise during the holidays, self-soothing techniques, and how to find the courage to step into your authentic self.

To learn more about Leisse, work with her privately, or check out her online courses, you can contact her at LeisseWilcox.com.

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- Breaking Down Feminine and Masculine Energies -

Feminine Energies - Your feminine side gets expressed when you move with the flow of life, embrace your creative energy, dance, play, and attune to your internal process.

Masculine Energies - Your masculine side gets expressed when you're working toward a goal, making progress, getting things done, and pushing forward.

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- Understanding Love Languages -

Dr. Gary Chapman, the grandfather of love languages, first outlined in his book ‘The 5 Love Languages”, five general ways romantic partners express and experience love. They are acts of service, gift-giving, physical touch, quality time, and words of affirmation.

Falling in love is easy. Staying in love—that’s the challenge! How can you keep your relationship fresh and growing amid the demands, conflicts, and just plain boredom of everyday life?

In the #1 New York Times bestseller The 5 Love Languages, you’ll discover the secret that has transformed millions of relationships worldwide. Whether your relationship is flourishing or failing, Dr. Gary Chapman’s proven approach to showing and receiving love will help you experience deeper and richer levels of intimacy with your partner—starting today.

The 5 Love Languages is as practical as it is insightful. Updated to reflect the complexities of relationships today, this new edition reveals intrinsic truths and applies relevant, actionable wisdom in ways that work.


- Purchase Leisse’s Best Selling Book! -

This is a story of coming home to yourself. To Call Myself Beloved: A Story of Hope, Healing, and Coming Home offers the permission you’ve been looking for to simply be yourself and accept that with courage, pride, and grace. It really is that simple, even if it is that complicated. Too many of us are tethered to the expectations of other people, living with the feeling that we need to look outside ourselves to feel whole and loved, that we need to keep “the mask” on and hide who we really are; we read book after book, see therapist after therapist, take course after course, all with the intent to “fix what’s broken,” sending us on a quest to continuously solve a problem that isn’t real with a solution that doesn’t exist. And it leaves us dissatisfied, constantly wanting more. The secret is, we’re not broken, we are healing. We are learning to sort through the messages of what we’ve been told are true versus what we believe to be true, and we are figuring out how it aligns with what we want out of our life. Equal parts self-help, memoir, and cozied up on the couch talking to a trusted friend, To Call Myself Beloved is informed by lessons learned through navigating the most cataclysmic events of one woman’s life, and realizing throughout each one that “I am still okay.” Let this book guide you through the process of adulting—finding clarity in what you want, confidence in who you are, and the courage to stay true to both, even if that means making big changes in mindset and behavior—simply through the rebellious act of being yourself. This is the chaos of becoming. Can you love yourself enough to come home to yourself, and learn to call yourself beloved? Yes, you f*cking can.


- Where To Find Leisse Online -


INSTAGRAM @LeisseWilcox
COACHING WEBSITE
LeisseWilcox.com
PODCAST
To Call Myself Beloved
PINTEREST
@LeisseWilcox


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EPISODE 18: TOXIC FRIENDSHIPS WITH YASMIN ELZOMOR

EPISODE 18: TOXIC FRIENDSHIPS WITH YASMIN ELZOMOR

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Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

Today on the podcast I have invited content creator and life coach Yasmin Elzomor to come on the show to discuss toxic friendships.

Everyone goes through a situation at some point in their life where they have to ‘break up’ with a friend. Maybe there was some buildup resentment that caused it or maybe things became competitive or some jealousy started to bubble up in the relationship. Perhaps one of you had a secret crush that was never reciprocated or maybe it’s as simple as two people growing apart and wanting different things.

Often times, when we find ourselves in these situations we get stuck in this cycles of hanging on to people we should walk away from because either you or they hold onto the memories of good times, the hope that whatever is happening is just a phase that will pass or because ‘you’ve just known each other for so damn long’ and that alone brings you some form of comfort.

People grow apart though. People evolve and it’s okay to let go of people, especially when those friendships become toxic and no longer serve you the way they used to.

Realizing that you need to let go of a friendship can be a hard pill to swallow but there’s a great saying that I love to share with people when they find themselves in that situation and it goes like this,

“People enter our lives for a reason, a season or a lifetime and we only get disappointed by them when try to force the relationships beyond its purpose.”

So that is why I thought I’d discuss this topic with Yasmin and have her share some of her wisdom and insights on how to identify red flags as well as what to do when you find yourself in a toxic friendship.

Yasmin Elzomor is a NYC-based Life + Manifestation Coach that specializes in relationships, helping others manifest their ideal life by teaching the importance of shadow work and facing the challenges that blog us from stepping into our power. She believes that having passion, drive, motivation and the right mindset will allow you to take control of your life and step confidently into your power.

After hitting her rock bottom, that transformational journey gave her the calling to help others connect with their pain, find the power, and attract healthier relationships. In the past couple years, she has gained a large following on Instagram and aspires to influence and inspire others to walk the walk; not just talk the talk. Yasmin specializes in issues like the influence that Social Media has made on society and relationships, boundaries, and manifestation.

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- Toxic Friendship Red Flags -

- boundaries are being disregarded
- being disrespected
- inconsistencies in the friendship
- codependency
- jealousy
- competitiveness
- belittling and putting you down
- are patronizing
- not supportive of your success
- gossip
- can sincerely apologize
- makes you feel like you’re constantly walking on eggshells
- leave you unsettled
- putting their needs front and center

- Healthy Friendship Signs -

- open communication
- quality time
- mutual respect
- listening without judgment
- making shared decisions
- feeling accepted
- feeling safe around each other

- Effects Toxic Friendships Have On Your Mental Health -

- Drained after talking to them/hanging out with them
- effect your sense of identity
- ruin your self esteem
- bring on anxiety and depression

- Narcissism Red Flags -

- lack of empathy
- controlling behavior
- complete disregard for needs and boundaries
- intense lying
- gaslighting
- subtle manipulation


-Additional Resources -

  1. Codependent No More by Melody Beattie - Is someone else's problem your problem? If, like so many others, you've lost sight of your own life in the drama of tending to someone else's, you may be codependent--and you may find yourself in this book--Codependent No More.The healing touchstone of millions, this modern classic by one of America's best-loved and most inspirational authors holds the key to understanding codependency and to unlocking its stultifying hold on your life.

    With instructive life stories, personal reflections, exercises, and self-tests, Codependent No More is a simple, straightforward, readable map of the perplexing world of codependency--charting the path to freedom and a lifetime of healing, hope, and happiness.


- Where To Find Yasmin Online -


PERSONAL INSTAGRAM @yasminelzomor
COACHING INSTAGRAM
@theyasminelzomor
PODCAST
Humanity Feels


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EPISODE 17: MOOD BOOSTERS WITH ANDY DE SANTIS

EPISODE 17: MOOD BOOSTERS WITH ANDY DE SANTIS

Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

Today on the podcast I have invited dietitian, blogger, and author Andy De Santis to come on the show and share with us some of the latest research around mood boosters.

‘Mood boosters’ for those who have never heard the term, are supplements that you can take to help boost your mental health. They are in no way ‘a quick fix’ or ‘the solution to all your problems’ but they can be a great way to further support your health and overall wellness routine.

I first became interested in talking with Andy after he approached me with some new research around the power of Omega 3’s and their potential in helping reduce anxiety, and I thought, ‘wouldn’t it be great to have him on the show to talk about mood boosters and share with us some of the latest research within that realm.’

Personally, I dabbled with different mood boosters like Vitamin D and CBD, and have found them both to be very helpful when it comes to my anxiety and depression, but I have never really looked into the research and findings behind clinical trials. Further, I know from one of our previous episodes that there is research linking the state of your gut health to depression so I’m not surprised by the possible potential of omega 3’s and how our diet can impact the state of our mental health.

Andy is a private practice dietitian, blogger, and author from Toronto, Canada. He graduated from the University of Toronto School Of Public Health and holds a master's degree in public health nutrition. Having written six books, Andy's interests in the world of nutrition are far-reaching and include the interaction between specific nutrients and mental health. When he isn't writing or helping people one on one, Andy loves nothing more than to crack a few food-inspired jokes on his Instagram account.

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- Where To Find Andy Online -

WEBSITE andytherd.com
INSTAGRAM @andytherd
AMAZON AUTHOR PAGE
amazon.com/author/andyrd


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EPISODE 16: #BLACKLIVESMATTER, WHITE PRIVILEGE AND HOW TO BE A BETTER ALLY WITH SARAFINA ARTHUR WILLIAMS

EPISODE 16: #BLACKLIVESMATTER, WHITE PRIVILEGE AND HOW TO BE A BETTER ALLY WITH SARAFINA ARTHUR WILLIAMS 

Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

Today on the podcast I have invited wellness psychologist and founder of Intentional Simplicity, Sarafina Arthur Williams to come on and educate us on the state of mental health in the BIPOC community, what white privilege is and how we can use it to help people of colour by being better allies.

The reason why I ask Sarafina to come on the show was because, even prior to the Black Lives Matter Protest this past summer and the death of George Floyd, I had listened to one or two conversations around white privilege and how to have conversations with people in marginalized groups about race, but it wasn’t until I sat back, muted myself and actively started to listen, that I notice how ignorant I was to ‘the black experience’, their history of oppression and injustice, and the place they hold on social media.

As someone who has black friends and even black relatives, I admit I have never tried to have conversations with them around race but this experience made me realize that maybe I should.

Even after examining my own social media feed, which was filled with predominant white faces it also made me ask myself, ‘How I expect to learn more about people in marginalized groups if I don’t show interest in people’s experiences that are different then my own.’

Further, since I have a particular interest in mental health, it worried me how, with all that is going on in the world, the BIPOC community is doing in terms of taking care of their mental health and if they are even able to get the help they need because:
1) you usually have to pay out of pocket for anything mental health related which can be a deterrent or barrier to seeking help and,
2) less than 2 % of mental health care practitioners are Black or African American and how can you expect those who need help to get proper help when those available to give it aren’t culturally competent enough to treat and understand specific issues as they relate to the black experience.

And so that is why I wanted Sarafina to come on and talk with us, because not only has she lived the black experience but she is a masters level psychologist who can relay her first hand insights and experience of growing up in the black community along with knowledge on the state of it’s mental health.

Sarafina Arthur-Williams is the CEO and founder of Intentional Simplicity LLC, a wellness-based mental health private practice. As a wellness psychologist and creative consultant, she educates her clients and mental health practitioners about positive psychology, art therapy, and the value of wellness and mindfulness. She is ranked on Feedspot’s top psychology bloggers of 2020 and features as a guest speaker on a variety of mental health platforms. To encourage sustainability, Sarafina documents how she practices wellness in her daily life through her online presence.

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- BIPOC Mental Health Statistics -

  • Black and African American teenagers are more likely to attempt suicide than White teenagers (9.8 percent v. 6.1 percent).

  • 16% (4.8 million) of Black and African American people reported having a mental illness, and 22.4% (1.1 million people) reported a serious mental illness over the past year.

  • Serious mental illness (SMI) rose among all ages of Black and African American people between 2008 and 2018.

  • Binge drinking, smoking (cigarettes and marijuana), illicit drug use and prescription pain reliever misuse are more frequent among Black and African American adults with mental illnesses.

  • Black and African American people are more often diagnosed with schizophrenia and less often diagnosed with mood disorders compared to white people with the same symptoms.
    Additionally, they are offered medication or therapy at the lower rates than the general population.

  • Black and African American people are over-represented in our jails and prisons. Black and
    African American people make up 13 percent of the general U.S. population, but nearly 40 percent of the prison population. In 2016, the imprisonment rate for Black and African American men (2,417 per 100,000 Black male residents) was more than 6 times greater than that for white men (401 per 100,000 white male residents) and the imprisonment rate for Black and African American women (97 per 100,000 Black and African American female residents) was almost double that for white women (49 per 100,000 white female residents). [13] Black and African American people with mental health conditions, specifically those involving psychosis, are more likely to be in jail or prison than people of other races.

  • Because less than 2 percent of American Psychological Association members are Black or African American

  • 11.5 percent of Black and African Americans, versus 7.5 percent of white Americans were still uninsured in 2018.

  • In 2018, 58.2 % of Black and African American young adults 18-25 and 50.1 % of adults 26-49 with serious mental illness did NOT receive treatment

- Stats From Mental Health America - https://www.mhanational.org/issues/black-and-african-american-communities-and-mental-health



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WEBSITE Www.LiveIntentionallySimplistic.Com
INSTAGRAM @intentional_simplicity_llc
FACEBOOK
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EPISODE 15: HOW TO HAVE HARD CONVERSATIONS

EPISODE 15: HOW TO HAVE HARD CONVERSATIONS

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Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

For today’s episode, I thought I would do a little solo show and talk about one theme that I feel has been brought up time and time again throughout the first half of this season. They are situation that occurs in everyone’s life where tough topics need to be discussed and although we may hate to have discussions about them, they are a necessary part of life. So that is why I thought I’d devote today’s episode to developing a playbook oh how to make having them a little bit easier.

If you hate conflict and avoid it as much as possible, know that you are not alone. According to a Harvard Business Review, 67% of managers are uncomfortable talking to the people they manage - and that’s literally their job. However, it is important to understand that conflict avoidance robs you of your energy, power, and emotional freedom, and does not serve you in any way which is why learning how to get conformable having hard conversations is the only way to find relief from a stressful situation!

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did! Feel free to leave your thought below!

Also, special thanks to Mattias Friberg for composing the music for this podcast and perfecting my sound!


- Episode Recap -

  1. Learning to sit with yourself and comb through your thoughts - be honest with yourself and acknowledge the need for the conversations

  2. Prep!

    • define your ideal outcome

    • rehearse with a friend

    • choose your language wisely

    • watch your body language

  3. Set ground rules

    • allow each other time to speak while the other listens - no interrupting!

    • name calling, throwing objects, and swearing are off-limits

    • allow time out or the ability to initiate a pauses

  4. Be okay with possibly being wrong - You may have misinterpreted the situation or have the wrong information and therefore things aren’t as black and white as you may have originally thought, and that’s okay.

  5. Be honest and straightforward - use specific examples making sure to watch your tone and the words you use so you don't come off accusatory.

  6. Acknowledge your responsibilities and avoidance in dealing with the conflict sooner

  7. Be empathetic, listen and validate - this doesn’t mean you have to agree or change the point you are trying to make, it just makes them feel like they are an even playing field and are able to be heard too.

  8. Make sure not to:

    • dominate the conversation

    • jump in to fill silence

    • interrupt when they are talking

  9. If the conversation starts going sideways, reiterate the reason why you are having the conversation - to maintain mutual respect and problem solve so you can improve the relationship and both of your lives.

  10. It’s okay to disappoint people

    • set boundaries if you need to

  11. Stick to your target - as you near the end of the conversation restate your point and offer a possible solution

    • brainstorm steps together on how to achieve the solution

  12. Ask questions to make sure they understood everything discussed



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EPISODE 14: HOW ELLIA MARCUM FOUND HER STRENGTH TO DEAL WITH THE AMBIGUOUS LOSS OF HER FATHER, AN ALCOHOLIC MOTHER, AND WORK THROUGH HER HUSBANDS MARITAL AFFAIR

EPISODE 14: HOW ELLIA MARCUM FOUND HER STRENGTH TO DEAL WITH THE AMBIGUOUS LOSS OF HER FATHER, AN ALCOHOLIC MOTHER AND WORK THROUGH HER HUSBANDS MARITAL AFFAIR

Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

Today, I have invited mother, wife, daughter and certified mental health coach Ellia Marcum, to come on the podcast to tell us her life story of how she overcame extremely difficult circumstances and personal traumas.

I was first introduced to Ellia when she reached out to me to tell me her story of healing and growth after growing up with an alcoholic mother, experiencing the ambiguous loss of her father, and battling through a betrayal trauma after her husband had a marital affair.

I knew as she ended her story and began to tell me about the reasons why she started her company Mood|Well, that she needed to come on the podcast because much like Myles story in Episode 11, hearing someone be so open, honest and self aware gives us all the courage to face our own personal shame and trauma; and I want to continue to empower this community to talk about what they are going through and express themselves so that we can all overcome barriers holding us back from finding our true purpose and source of happiness. So, here we are!

Ellia Marcum is a Certified Professional Life Coach, a support group facilitator through A Door of Hope, and Mental Health First Responder and Coach. She owns and operated her own business, Mood|Well, where she helps women heal and cope from mental illness and life crises through one-on-one sessions and support groups.

Also, special thanks to Mattias Friberg for composing the music for this podcast and perfecting my sound!

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- WHERE TO FIND ELLIA ONLINE -

WEBSITE Www.MoodWellCoaching.Org
INSTAGRAM @Mood.Well_Coaching


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EPISODE 13: DISSECTING SOCIETY'S RELATIONSHIP WITH FOOD AND TIPS FOR MINDFUL EATING WITH ARMITA HOSSEINI

EPISODE 13: DISSECTING SOCIETY'S RELATIONSHIP WITH FOOD AND TIPS FOR MINDFUL EATING WITH ARMITA HOSSEINI

*PLEASE NOTE: What we discuss in this episode is not therapy or therapeutic interventions but merely research and informed opinions Armita Hosseini has developed based on clinical knowledge and experiences. If anyone is struggling with their relationship with food and/or may suffer from an eating disorder, they should seek professional help.

Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

Today, I have invited food stylist, chef, and registered psychological associate Armita Hosseini to come on the podcast to talk about how society’s relationship with food has changed over the last century as well as the importance of mindful eating.

For those who don’t know Armita, she is an Iranian-Canadian registered psychological associate, self-taught cook, artist, and food designer who is passionate about the artistic expression of various international cuisines, particularly middle eastern and traditional Iranian cuisine. I first came across Armita on Instagram and fell in love with her feed because she treats food as an art form and her plating/food styling is some of the best I have ever seen. Surprised to learn she was self-taught as well as a registered psychological associate, I thought she would be the perfect person to have on the podcast to talk about the anthropology of food, the rise of mental health issues around food, and the importance of mindful eating.

Born in Tehran and now residing in Toronto, Amita draws inspiration from colours, flavours, textures, nature and memories of her childhood when cooking and styling food. She also loves to incorporate aspects of psychological nuances that can enhance or hinder our eating experiences when she can. Amita hopes to bridge the gap between culture, art, food, design, and psychology through her cooking and is currently working on a recipe book in which she showcases her refreshing take on traditional Iranian recipes and ingredients, and modernizes Iranian cuisine so that it can be better known and more accessible to the world.

Also, special thanks to Mattias Friberg for composing the music for this podcast and perfecting my sound!

Food stylist, chef, and clinical psychologist Amita Hosseini

Food stylist, chef, and clinical psychologist Amita Hosseini

- RESOURCES -

  1. The Art Of Mindful Eating by Xenia Ayiotis

  2. Live Happy Now Podcast - The Sound of Food with Steve Keller - Steve Keller, CEO of ivAudio Branding, is one of the world’s leading experts in the field of audio branding. Combining his degree in Psychology with over 25 years of experience in the music industry as a producer, composer, independent label executive, music publisher, and manager, he looks at how sounds and music affect us

  3. The Atlantic - The Science That Could Make You Crave Broccoli More Than Chocolate By Knvul Sheikh -Neurogastronomy wants to rewire how people perceive flavors—and may be able to help those who have lost their sense of taste.


WHERE TO FIND ARMITA HOSSEINI

INSTAGRAM @CookingWithArmita


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EPISODE 12: THE DANGEROUS DOWNSIDE TO PERFECTIONISM WITH J. STAMATELOS

EPISODE 12: THE DANGEROUS DOWNSIDE TO PERFECTIONISM WITH J. STAMATELOS

Hello Friends and welcome back to the Is That Soh Podcast!

Today on the podcast, I have invited author, researcher, and coach J. Stamatelos to come on and talk about the dangerous downsides to perfectionism and the importance of self-compassion.

I first became interested in talking with J. after reading an article he wrote about perfectionism, which I thought was both insightful and full of interesting research. I knew after reading it that I just had to ask him to come on the podcast because not only do I think the need to be perfect and perfectionism are on the rise but it can actually be very crippling and incredibly destructive to a person's self-worth.

For those who don’t know J, prior to becoming a coach, he began his career in counter-terrorism and emergency response. Eventually, in his mid 20’s he started to experience internal struggles around chronically feeling “not enough”. After it almost cost him his life, J. began to notice that practically everyone around him was also struggling with the same feelings. Viewing this as a far bigger problem than terrorism, he decided to dedicate himself to discovering why so many people feel this way and what we can do about it.

After years of personal experimentation, working with clients, and digging into the research behind these issues, he has compiled his findings in a book succinctly titled, “Enough.” Spanning everything from how we were raised to economic changes in our society, J outlines why recent generations have experienced a surge in what he calls “anxious insecurity.” More importantly, he also outlines what changes we can make to break these cycles in our own lives.

Today, J. specializes in working with high-achievers who battle with feeling like they’re not enough and helps them overcome their biggest obstacle, themselves.

Also, special thanks to Mattias Friberg for composing the music for this podcast and perfecting my sound!

Author, researcher, and coach J. Stamatelos

Author, researcher, and coach J. Stamatelos


WHERE TO FIND J. STAMATELOS

WEBSITE Www.JamesjStamatelos.com
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