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878 - Increasing Motivation & Readiness for Change Precontemplation _ Addiction and Mental Health Recovery Sep 28, 2023

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Chapters:

00:00:00 - CEUs and Addiction Counselor Precertification training

00:00:06 - Stages of Readiness for Change: Contemplation

00:02:40 - Increasing Sense of Control and Challenge

00:03:25 - Highlighting Exceptions for Recovery

00:03:48 - Using Positive Experiences as Tools

00:04:03 - Identifying Differences in Symptom-free Times

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881-Seasonal Affective Disorder_ Tips and Strategies to Address It Sep 27, 2023

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Chapters:

00:00:00 - Seasonal Affective Disorder and its Prevalence

00:00:42 - Seasonal Affective Disorder and Circadian Rhythms

00:01:36 - Circadian Rhythms and Seasonal Changes

00:02:27 - The Cortisol Awakening Response and Circadian Rhythms

00:03:10 - Awakening response and lack of vitamin D

00:03:57 - Vitamin D and Seasonal Affective Disorder

00:04:42 - Lack of Movement and Oxygen Levels

00:05:31 - Seasonal Affective Disorder in Higher Latitudes

00:06:19 - The Impact of Environment on Mental Well-being

00:07:09 - The Emotional Toll of the Holidays

00:07:56 - Circadian Rhythm Regulation and Light Therapy

00:08:51 - Sleep Hygiene and Circadian Rhythms

00:09:36 - Improving Sleep Hygiene and Circadian Rhythms

00:10:31 - Tips for Dealing with Cabin Fever

00:11:24 - The Benefits of Having Plants Inside

00:12:10 - Creating a Nurturing Environment with Plants and Wildlife

00:12:57 - Committing energy to important things during the holidays

00:13:48 - Stressors and Relationship Strain during the Holiday Season

00:14:42 - Addressing Grief and Trauma Triggers During Holidays

00:15:33 - The Reality behind Social Media and Hallmark Facade

00:16:20 - Creating a Rich and Meaningful Life

00:17:11 - Managing Symptoms during Seasonal Changes

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877 - 4 Steps in Perspective Taking _ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy _ How to Take the Best Decision.mp3 Sep 26, 2023

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Chapters:

00:00:00 - Introduction to Perspective Taking in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Techniques

00:02:42 - Predisposing and precipitating factors in reactions

00:05:37 - Understanding Reactions and Triggers

00:08:34 - Developing compassion and empathy through self-reflection

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876 - 11 Strategies to Enhance Forgiveness and Take Back Your Power _ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Nuggets.mp3 Sep 23, 2023

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Chapters:

00:02:42 - Dealing with Difficult People and Finding Meaning in Life

00:05:47 - Tips for Forgiving Others and Finding a Rich and Meaningful Life

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875 - 10 Meditation Activities and Strategies to Get Started.mp3 Sep 21, 2023

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Chapters:

00:00:00 - Introduction to Meditation Techniques

00:02:25 - Overcoming biases against meditation

00:04:54 - Using meditation to overcome cravings and addiction

00:07:20 - Altering physiological processes through meditation

00:09:58 - The Benefits of Daily Meditation

00:12:28 - Encouraging Consistency in Meditation Practice

00:14:51 - Different Meditation Techniques

00:17:25 - Introduction to Focused Attention Meditation

00:20:10 - Zen Meditation: Rules and Benefits

00:21:50 - Insight Meditation: Achieving Concentration

00:22:48 - Open Monitoring Meditation

00:25:25 - Open Mindfulness Meditation

00:27:57 - Practicing Loving Kindness Meditation

00:30:48 - Cultivating Loving Kindness towards Oneself and Others

00:33:22 - Cultivating Loving-Kindness towards Difficult People

00:36:02 - Cultivating Loving Kindness and Forgiveness with Difficult People

00:38:37 - Exploring Different Meditation Techniques

00:41:15 - Sound Meditation for Quieting the Mind

00:42:07 - Tantra Meditations for Expansion of Awareness

00:43:48 - Light Meditation for Inner Peace

00:43:59 - Light Meditation for Pain Management

00:46:43 - Different Forms of Contemplation and Meditation

00:49:30 - The Power of the Lower Dantian in Qigong

00:50:07 - Using Breathing to Calm the Mind

00:50:33 - The Benefits of Qigong for Rehabilitation and Limited Mobility

00:51:20 - The Importance of Energy Flow in Qigong

00:51:46 - Using Guided Imagery and Meditation for Healing

00:52:13 - Enhanced Immune Function through Guided Imagery

00:52:18 - Guided meditation for immunity enhancement

00:55:03 - The Power of Affirmational Meditations

00:57:34 - The Benefits and Caution of Meditation Techniques

01:00:14 - Guided Meditation Apps Recommendations

01:02:15 - Christian Meditation Practice

01:03:05 - Techniques for Managing Holiday Blues and Depression

01:03:20 - Upcoming YouTube Video on the Podcast's YouTube Page

01:03:29 - Support the Podcast by Purchasing CEUs

01:03:40 - Direct Link to On-Demand CEUs for the Podcast

01:03:47 - Sponsor an Episode of Counselor Toolbox for Maximum Reach and Impact

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874 - 3 Strategies for Thought Stopping _ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Nuggets.mp3 Sep 19, 2023

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Chapters:

00:00:00 - Techniques for Taming the Monkey Mind

00:02:27 - Staying Grounded Through Narration and Reflection

00:05:09 - Taming the Monkey Mind for Success

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873 - 3 Tips for Defining Your Rich and Meaningful Life _ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Nuggets.mp3 Sep 16, 2023

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Chapters:

00:00:00 - Creating a Rich and Meaningful Life

00:02:47 - Taking Steps Towards a Rich and Meaningful Life.

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872 - 12 Strategies for Mindfulness and Self Awareness in Contextual Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.mp3 Sep 14, 2023

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Chapters:

00:00:00 - Introduction to Contextual Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Techniques

00:02:56 - Different interpretations and truths

00:03:46 - Empowering conscious choices

00:04:23 - Examining interpretations and reactions

00:05:35 - The role of family context in mental health

00:06:01 - The Impact of Early Interactions on Schema Formation

00:08:58 - Understanding Age-Appropriate Communication

00:11:53 - The Impact of Insecure Attachment in Childhood

00:14:41 - Effects of addiction on children and caregivers

00:17:36 - The Terrifying Thought of Giving up Addiction

00:18:38 - Growing up in a Scary Environment

00:19:17 - Common Characteristics in Household with Uncontrolled Mental Health Issues

00:20:26 - Repeating Actions from the Past

00:20:33 - Developing Mindful Self-Awareness

00:23:41 - Cultivating General Awareness and Reflection

00:26:37 - Having Safe Conversations

00:27:16 - Radically Accepting Internal Experiences

00:28:35 - Following the Road Signs

00:29:33 - Unhooking from Thoughts and Feelings

00:31:23 - Using Dialectics for Acceptance and Self-Care

00:32:26 - The Dialectics of Stress and Happiness

00:35:33 - The Impact of Context on Reactions

00:38:15 - Understanding Vulnerabilities in Similar Situations

00:38:37 - Changing Your Relationship with Stressors, Depression, and Addiction

00:41:33 - Recognizing and Accepting Feelings

00:44:33 - Prioritizing Energy Credits in Your Life

00:46:18 - Recognizing the Benefits of Staying the Same

00:47:10 - Using a Broad Functional Approach for Improvement

00:47:29 - Healing the HPA Axis for Mental Health and Addiction

00:50:38 - Understanding Emotional Dysregulation

00:53:55 - The Importance of Psychological Flexibility

00:56:42 - Tools for Self-Reflection and Improvement

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871 - 8 Benefits of Mindfulness.mp3 Sep 12, 2023

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Chapters:

00:00:29 - The Benefits of Mindfulness

00:03:16 - Preventing Stress and Burnout with Mindfulness

00:06:14 - The Benefits of Mindfulness

00:09:14 - The Impact of Mindfulness on Empathy and Communication

00:10:00 - Observing and Describing for Improved Communication

00:10:22 - Mindfulness and Relapse Prevention

00:11:12 - Mindfulness-Based Interventions in Mental and Physical Health

00:12:28 - Understanding Mindfulness and its Benefits

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870 - 5 Questions for Enhancing Emotional Motivation _ Motivational Interviewing Activities Sep 09, 2023

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Chapters:

00:00:01 - Enhancing Affective Motivation in Addiction and Mental Health Treatment

00:02:56 - Addictive behaviors and emotional numbness

00:03:16 - The cycle of triggering unpleasant emotions

00:03:40 - Impact of negative emotions on the immune system

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