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!

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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

- ARTICLES ABOUT FORGIVENESS -

1. Thrive Works - ‘7 Steps To True Forgiveness’ By John Nigroni

2. Healthline - ‘How to Forgive Someone (Even If They Really Screwed Up)’ By Jennifer Litner

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- 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.

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- 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.

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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

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- Where To Find Kim Kimball Online -

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

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EPISODE 36: I'M 2.5 YEARS SOBER! NIK SHEASBY'S STORY OF ADDICTION AND RECOVERY

EPISODE 36: I'M 2.5 YEARS SOBER! NIK SHEASBY'S STORY OF ADDICTION AND RECOVERY

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

Today on the podcast I have invited fellow podcaster Nik Sheesby to come on the podcast and share his story of alcohol addiction recovery.

Nik is 2.5 years sober and has a crazy story of addiction, sobriety, mental health and self empowerment all while working in the music industry for some of the biggest bands in the world.

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For those who don’t know Nik, he is the host of The Beautifully Human podcast which I was graciously invited to be a guest on recently! Listen to our episode by clicking here!

The Beautifully Human podcast is a collection of stories and conversations that Nik has with beautiful humans all around the world with the aim to reveal the power in everyones story though spreading love, vulnerability and all that makes us human.

Today on the podcast we are going to be talking about Nik’s life, what it was like growing up in Ohio, his rebellious teenage years, how he started working in the music industry for some of the biggest bands in the world, his struggles with alcohol addiction, his near death experience, treatment, sobriety, mental health and self empowerment.

To learn more about Nik Sheasby - CLICK HERE

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

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- Where To Find Nik Online -

INSTAGRAM ▶ @TheBeautifullyHumanPodcast
WEBSITE ▶ https://www.wanderlustmoonduo.com/
PODCAST ▶ The Beautifully Human Podcast
LINK Tree ▶ inktr.ee/beautifullyhuman

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EPISODE 35: POST BETRAYAL SYNDROME AND OVERCOMING BETRAYAL TRAUMA WITH DR. DEBI SILBER

EPISODE 35: POST BETRAYAL SYNDROME AND RECOVERING FROM BETRAYAL TRAUMA WITH DR. DEBI SILBER

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

Today on the podcast I have invited the founder of the Post Betrayal Transformation Institute and holistic psychologist, Dr. Debi Silber, to come on the show and talk to us about overcoming betrayal/betrayal trauma recovery and regaining health, confidence, and happiness in our life once again.

Dr. Debi, is an award-winning speaker, coach, and author, and her book ‘The Unshakable Woman: 4 Steps to Rebuilding Your Body, Mind and Life After a Life Crisis’ was a #1 bestseller. She has appeared on FOX, CBS, The Dr. Oz Show, and TEDx -Twice! She has a Ph.D. in Transformational psychology and her recent study on how we experience betrayal led her to make 3 groundbreaking discoveries that could change the way we heal.

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Today on the podcast we are going to be talking about betrayal trauma, symptoms of betrayal trauma, post betrayal syndrome, The 5 Stages from Betrayal to Breakthrough’ that Dr. Debi discovered through her research, healing from betrayal trauma, and overcoming betrayal!

To learn more about Dr. Debi Silber - CLICK HERE

I hope you enjoy this episode on betrayal trauma, post betrayal syndrome, and overcoming betrayal 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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- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES -

Watch Dr. Debi’s Tedx Talk on how to identify whether you have Post Betrayal Syndrome!

Watch Dr. Debi’s Tedx Talk on how to stop sabotaging yourself!

- READ DR. DEBI’S BOOK THE UNSHAKABLE WOMAN -

A life crisis can be a divorce, disease, the death of a loved one or a devastation of some kind that can completely unravel us. It can also be a mid-life crisis where suddenly we start questioning what we’ve been doing, and how we’ve been living as we feel the undeniable urge calling us to live more deeply and fully. It can cause us to question everything we’ve known and everything that’s been familiar as we struggle to make sense of what happened. It can also cause us to face that fork in the road as we consider the next steps and a path different from the one we were on and one that can take us to find our greatest passion and purpose. How can you use this crisis as an opportunity to rebuild your body, mind, and life and create something even better than before? The Unshakable Woman will show you how

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- Where To Find Dr. Debi Silber Online -

INSTAGRAM ▶ @DebiSilber
WEBSITE ▶ https://thepbtinstitute.com/
FACEBOOK ▶ https://www.facebook.com/InspireEmpowerTransform
YOUTUBE ▶ https://www.youtube.com/debisilber
TWITTER ▶ https://twitter.com/DebiSilber

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EPISODE 34: EMBRACING YOUR SEXUAL IDENTITY WITH SCOTT FLASHHEART

EPISODE 34: EMBRACING YOUR SEXUAL IDENTITY WITH SCOTT FLASHHEART

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

Today on the podcast I have invited multi-award-winning writer, editor, and podcast producer Scott Flashheart to come on the podcast and talk to us about sexual identity and how to embrace standing out in a world that has a history of promoting conformity.

Scott, originally from the UK, co-founded and directed The UK's largest and fastest-growing gay lifestyle magazine before creating his multi-award-winning podcast ‘Probably True Podcast’ in 2016. As a groundbreaking queer storytelling, Scott loves to shares stories of queer life and even queerer sex on his podcast as well as inspire, connect and enable LGBTQ+ audio professionals and hobbyists through the Queer Podcasters’ Network which he founded in 2020.

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Today on the podcast we are going to be talking about sexual identity, Scott’s coming out story, funny sexual stories, his first sexual experience, and how to embrace standing out.

To learn more about Scott Flashheart - CLICK HERE

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

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- TYPES OF SEXUALITY -

If you have been asking yourself ‘what is my sexuality?’, above are a few types (there are many more) of sexual orientations people identify with. Although people do not necessarily need to identify or label themselves as one type of sexual orientation, learning about the different types can help people better understand and relate to others. It can also help anyone questioning their identity deal with any oppression or suppression they have been enduring while also helping them feel less alone. Who knows, it may even help you find a community you feel comfortable sharing experiences with and people you can connect and relate to. Lastly, a person’s sexual orientation can change over time. We are human and change is constant so have grace and compassion with yourself, life experiences will help you learn what you like, what you don’t like, and who you want to be. Sometimes, the only way out of the forest is walking through it.

- LGBTQIA+ SUPPORT GROUPS AND ORGANIZATION -

• Parents, Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) – a resource for LGBT people and their families.

• Equality Federation, - a directory of US LGBTQ organizations

• The Trevor Project - an organization that provides support to the LGBTQ community

• Audre Lorde Project - an organization based in New York City that promotes social justice for the LGBTQIA+ community

• Zuna Institute - an advocacy organization for Black lesbians

• National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance - an organization that supports the LGBTQ community

• The American Institute of Bisexuality - an organization that supports people who are bisexual

• CenterLink - a website where people can find their local LGBTQ community centers

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- Where To Find Scott Online -

INSTAGRAM ▶ @ScottLovesCake
WEBSITE ▶ http://www.flashheart.me/
PODCAST ▶ Probably True Podcast

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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!

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- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES -

THE KARPMAN DRAMA TRIANGLE

- ARTICLES -

1) PSYCHOLOGY TODAY: Stop Being the Victim, Savior, or Persecutor in Your Life - 7 steps to liberate yourself from unhealthy dynamics in your relationships by Dr Assael Romanelli

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- 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 31: GROWING UP IN A CHRISTIAN CULT AND HOW TO OVERCOME FEAR IN LIFE WITH MELISSA WEST

EPISODE 31: GROWING UP IN A CHRISTIAN CULT AND HOW TO OVERCOME FEAR IN LIFE WITH MELISSA WEST

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

Today on the podcast I have invited confidence and self-worth coach Melissa West to come on and share her story of what it was like to grow up in a Christian cult, and how she found the courage to overcome her fears to leave and follow her dreams.

For over 30 years, Melissa lived in a Christina cult with no voice or power. Living under the rule of her father, Melissa was physically and mentally abused, scared, and trapped. Today, through her coaching services, she help women and those who are tired of living in fear overcome self-doubt, build confidence and find their worth so they can live their life boldly too.

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Today on the podcast we are going to be talking about Melissa’s experience growing up in Christian cult, signs of religious brainwashing, how to overcome fear in life, reconstructing personal beliefs, forgiveness and healing.

To learn more about Melissa - CLICK HERE

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- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES -

Interested in taking Melissa’s ‘Grown Ass Woman’ 90 days course to release fear & guilt, embrace your worth & live boldly? CLICK HERE

For more information on ‘White Fragility’ Melissa recommends checking out BeTheBrdige.Com

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- Where To Find Melissa Online -

INSTAGRAM ▶ @melissalyonwest
WEBSITE ▶ https://melissalyonwest.com

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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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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

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- 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.

- ARTICLES -

1. Medium - ‘The The Challenges of Depression Treatment in 2020’ Written by Professor of Psychiatry Paul Fitzgerald

2. 9Now - ‘Revolutionary drug trial could see ecstasy used as prescription medicine for those living with PTSD and mental illness’ Written By Sarah Abo

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- 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!

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- 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.

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- Where To Find Jen Online -

INSTAGRAM ▶ @JenCuiHealth
WEBSITE ▶ www.jencuihealth.com
FACEBOOK ▶ JenCuiHealth

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EPISODE 27: AMELIA ZACHRY'S STORY OF HEALING AND LIVING WITH BIPOLAR

EPISODE 27: AMELIA ZACHRY'S STORY OF HEALING AND LIVING WITH BIPOLAR

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

Today on the podcast, I have invited author and mental health advocate Amelia Zachry to come and share her incredibly vulnerable and moving story.

Amelia’s story is one of sexual assault, mental illness, suicide ideations, relationship struggles, motherhood and healing. It is a story that when I first heard it, moved me at my core and I knew as soon as she was done sharing it, that such a story needed to be amplified if we are going to help end the stigma around mental health and put a stop to rape culture.

TRIGGER WARNING: Topics discussed in today’s episode could be triggering. In the case that you are triggered, please reach out to your local helpline. To quickly find the number to your local helpline you can go to Check Point Org.

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Today on the podcast we are going to be talking about sexual assault, mental illness, bipolar disorder suicide ideations, relationship struggles, motherhood and healing.

To learn more about Amelia Zachry contact her at https://ameliazachry.com/

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

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- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES -

1) National Institute of Mental Health - Shareable Resources on Bipolar Disorder

2) CAMH - Mood Stabilizing Medication

3) CAMH - When a Parent Has Bipolar Disorder ...What kids want to know

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- Where To Find Amelia Zachry Online -

INSTAGRAM ▶ @browngirlcrazyworld
WEBSITE ▶ https://ameliazachry.com/
FACEBOOK ▶ @browngirlcrazyworld

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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

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

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- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES -

1) Turn self-doubt into self-belief in Hayley’s free Masterclass

2) Check out Hayley’s free journaling prompts

3) Overcome Your Anxiety and through Hayley’s Soul Practice Builder Course

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- Where To Find Hayley Online -

INSTAGRAM ▶ @HayleyJuneLloyd
WEBSITE ▶ http://hayleylloyd.com

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EPISODE 24: UNCOVERING MY HUMAN DESIGN WITH CORY RUSIN

EPISODE 24: UNCOVERING MY HUMAN DESIGN CHART WITH CORY RUSIN

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

Today on the podcast I have invited transformational purpose coach, purpose in life researcher, & Human Design Integrator Cory Rusin, to come on the podcast and educate us on what exactly human design is and how it can help you better understand yourself.

Cory is a Ph.D. level researcher who combines her background in psychology with spiritual tools to empower stuck entrepreneurial women to work through limiting beliefs & patterns so they can unearth their unique gifts. Through her coaching, she helps others own their worth, develop their purpose, and confidently take the next step towards it.

Cory's insight and tips have been featured in popular publications including HelloGiggles and Yahoo! Life, as well as on multiple podcasts. She's passionate about helping female entrepreneurs trust themselves & live every day with a powerful sense of purpose.

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Today on the podcast we are going to be talking about Human Design - what it is, where it originated, and how it can help you reach your highest potential. In this episode Cory will also be reading my human design chart, breaking down the human design system, and explaining what it means to be a human design generator, manifestor, projector, manifesting generator, reflector etc.

To learn more about Cory or to have her read your human design chart, contact her at www.CoryRusin.com

I hope you enjoy this episode about human design and human design systems 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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- Additional Resources -

Human Design sheds light on your psychological, emotional, and energetic makeup, giving you self-awareness and tools to align with who your soul chose to be and step into your highest potential.

It combines Hindu Chakras, Conventional Astrology, Chinese I-Ching, and the Kabbalistic Tree of Life.

If you are interested in having Cory read your Human Design Chart or Report and explain what it means, contact her at www.coryrusin.com/humandesign.

Or grab Cory’s Free Purpose Formula Guide: https://bit.ly/3nrQLrW

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- Where To Find Cory Online -

INSTAGRAM ▶ @coryarusin
WEBSITE ▶ www.CoryRusin.com

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EPISODE 23: FINDING YOUR IDENTITY WITH TOSIN ODUGBEMI

EPISODE 23: FINDING YOUR IDENTITY WITH TOSIN ODUGBEMI

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

Today on the podcast I have invited visual designer and founder of Tosin Odugbemi Design, Tosin Odugbemi, to come on the podcast and share her story of growing up as the only black immigrant in a small suburb of Edmonton, how she overcame her struggles around finding her identity and how she now helps others find and execute theirs visually through branding and design.

Tosin, for those who don’t know her, is a visual designer and an academic who is passionate about crafting a beautiful, intentional and thoughtful life. Her goal is to assist others in their design and branding journeys by helping them to realize their vision through creating bespoke and timeless visual designs for them. With a conscientious eye for observing details, Tosin studies forms, textures, colors, fit and function, and is sensitive to harmony or lack thereof. Her visual imagination has been thoroughly trained through years of design education which has now led her to be able to assist clients in telling their stories visually too.

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Today on the podcast we are going to be talking about growing up as an immigrant and what struggles come with it in regards to finding your identity, what a third culture kid is, and Tosin’s journey of healing and self-discovery which allowed her to explore her talents and identity with harmony.

To learn more about Tosin contact her at www.oluwatosin.net

I hope you enjoy this episode on finding your identity, finding your life purpose, and finding your voice 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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- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES -

Third Culture Kids - In this 3rd edition of the ground-breaking global classic, Ruth E. Van Reken and Michael V. Pollock, son of the late original co-author, David C. Pollock, have significantly updated what is widely recognized as "The TCK Bible." Emphasis is on the modern TCK and addressing the impact of technology, cultural complexity, diversity and inclusion and transitions. Includes new advice for parents and others for how to support TCKs as they navigate work, relationships, social settings and their own personal development.

2) A Story To Tell: The Identity Development of Women Growing Up As Third Culture Kids By Kate A. Walters - Downloadable PDF

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- Where To Find Tosin Online -

INSTAGRAM ▶ @TosinOdugbemi
WEBSITE ▶ www.oluwatosin.net
FACEBOOK ▶ https://www.facebook.com/oluwatosinodugbemidesign

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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!

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- 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!

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- 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.

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- 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.

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- 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

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!

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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.

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- 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.

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!

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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.

- 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.

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- 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.

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- 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.

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!

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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

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-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.

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- 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.

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!

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- Additional Resources -

1. A randomised controlled trial of dietary improvement for adults with major depression (the ‘SMILES’ trial)

2. Food for Mood: Relevance of Nutritional Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Depression and Anxiety

3. Association of Use of Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids With Changes in Severity of Anxiety Symptoms

4. Efficacy of omega-3 PUFAs in depression: A meta-analysis

5. Use of cannabidiol in anxiety and anxiety-related disorders

6. Healthy dietary indices and risk of depressive outcomes: a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies

7. Current Understanding of Gut Microbiota in Mood Disorders: An Update of Human Studies

8. Effect of Long-term Vitamin D3 Supplementation vs Placebo on Risk of Depression or Clinically Relevant Depressive Symptoms and on Change in Mood Scores

9. Fish consumption and risk of depression: a meta-analysis

10. 5-HTP efficacy and contraindications

11. Effect of nicotine and nicotinic receptors on anxiety and depression

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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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