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Ep 18 - Gratitude CPR with Vismaya Rubin (Attitude with Gratitude) Jul 25, 2019

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Does gratitude REALLY make a difference? Do our lives truly improve through the daily practice of being thankful? Our guest for today’s segment of Attitude with Gratitude, Vismaya Rubin, says that it absolutely does and shares with us her personal story of how gratitude has shifted her life and given her a deep passion for helping others in finding the power of gratitude in their own life.

Vismaya is the founder of Living Gratitude Today and she shares with us her method of using “Gratitude CPR” to overcome difficult circumstances or to just give a positive boost to our day. The formula she gives is super practical and will be something that you can practice anywhere and everywhere to immediately experience the power of gratitude in your own life.

She also shares her story of growing up with and caring for her mother who suffered from bipolar and how she has even found gratitude through acts of service and caring for loved ones. We talk about the power of writing down what you are grateful for, how being present in the “now” is so powerful, and how we can literally retrain our brain to FIND the good by using Vismaya’s Gratitude CPR method. This is such a powerful episode that I know you will learn so much from! Please be sure to connect with us in our private Facebook group and let us know what you are grateful for. Because as always, together is better!

Resources Mentioned:

Gratitude Works: https://www.amazon.com/Gratitude-Works-Creating-Emotional-Prosperity/dp/1118131290

Connect with Vismaya and Living with Gratitude Today:

Website: https://livingingratitudetoday.com/
Join Gratitude Today: https://livingingratitudetoday.com/join/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LivingInGratitudeToday
Twitter: https://twitter.com/vismaya_rubin
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/LivingInGratitudeToday/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbo_uInITp2SRpGsKVoxG9w?sub_confirmation=1

Topics Discussed:

How can we use gratitude CPR in difficult times?
How to change moments of service into moments of gratitude.
The importance of being in the “now” and how that shifts our perspective.

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Ep 17 - What Is Neuroplasticity And How Does It Work? with Dr. Selena Bartlett Jul 23, 2019

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In Episode Seven we connected with neuroscientist Selena Bartlett and heard about the sister that she lost to mental illness and how that shifted Selena’s career to studying “brain health” and neuroplasticity. Today, we dig in even deeper to hear about Selena’s own experience with depression and the way she was able to overcome it by “retraining” her brain.

Selena knows with conviction both through her work and through her personal experience that we CAN rewire our brains. She says that the process she shares with us is “simple” but not “easy”. Selena gives practical tactics to help make our brains more resilient to pain and remain peaceful in the midst of chaos.

In this episode, you will learn the role mirror neurons play in our depression, why the amygdala is wired to “protect us”, how we can train our brain to be “calm”, and how to use unconditional love as a tool to soothe loved ones through mental illness. She even asks me about the “moment of change” in my own journey and we discuss how using small moments can change the wiring of our brain.

Towards the end of the interview, we also dig into nutrition's role in mental health, why sugar should be avoided and how the brain negatively responds to it, and why Selena believes that exercise is the “elixir of life”. This interview is not only inspirational but incredibly informative. Please connect with us in our private Facebook group and let us know what you learned!

Resources mentioned:

Jill Bolte Ted Talks: https://www.ted.com/speakers/jill_bolte_taylor

Topics Discussed:

How to become the “boss of your brain”.
How to train our brain to respond and not react.
How we can support loved ones who are struggling with mental illness through positive experiences.

Connect with Selena Bartlett:

Website: http://selenab.com/
Books and Resources: https://www.amazon.com/Selena-Bartlett/e/B076HT6YPC%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share
Twitter: https://twitter.com/miggimatters
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smashingmindset/

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Ep 16 - Gratitude Meditation with David Scheiner Jul 18, 2019

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It is no secret that I love the subject of gratitude. However, after recently going through a meditation led by our guest this week, David Scheiner, I realized that there was another level that I wanted to take my meditation and gratitude practice.

David is a chiropractor who not only helps align others physically but also mentally and spiritually. From a young age, he says that he has always been fascinated by the spiritual and able to maintain a state of “calm”. He now helps others tune in and find inner peace despite the stressors that life may throw their way.

In today’s episode, David shares with us why he believes that there is a “still” pond inside all of us and how we can become the “silent observer” to the stressors in our lives. He also talks about how meditation equips us with the “space of freedom” to fully accept others and those around us and find the “gift” in suffering.

David also leads us through a POWERFUL meditation that left me almost speechless at the end. If you struggle with overwhelming anxiety or wonder hope you can find hope in seemingly hopeless situations, this episode is FOR you! Let us know what you think by connecting with us on our Facebook group, because as always, together is better.

Connect with David:

Website: http://davidscheiner.com

Email: David@davidscheiner.com

Resources mentioned:

Hope for the Flowers: https://www.amazon.com/Hope-Flowers-Trina-Paulus/dp/0809117541

Topics Discussed:

How to be calm and remain in the moment.
How to find peace and purpose in suffering.
The power of the present moment.

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Ep 15 - Overcoming Depression After a Friend's Suicide with Andreas Zapletal Jul 16, 2019

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I am excited to introduce you to consultant, project manager, runner, and listener of the show, Andreas Zapletal whom I recently got to know through a mutual networking group that we are in. I am so grateful that Andreas reached out after listening to the show and generously shared his own mental health story with me. After hearing it, I knew I wanted to introduce him to you because his story is one many of us can relate to.

Andreas says that he has dealt with forms of depression since childhood but it wasn’t until he endured the loss of a close friend that he really took a long look at his physical and mental health and knew that there needed to be massive changes. He then began the journey to get into physical shape and through that discovered that running also had a positive influence on his depressive symptoms.

In this powerful conversation, Andreas shares with us about how through this process he learned that he was putting too much of his self-worth in his work and the importance of living with strong values and making your health and family as a priority. We also talk about the moment he had to have a difficult conversation with his daughter about his friends suicide and how that was a wake-up call for him personally to pursue health.

Andreas also encourages us to reach out to someone if we are struggling. If you need someone to talk to please do not hesitate to reach out to our Facebook community. Remember, together is better.

Topics Discussed:

The importance of keeping stress levels at a manageable point.
How to find purpose through tragedy.
How to honor giving a loved one “space” but also being “there” for them.

Connect with Andreas:

Email: sfchiro@bellsouth.net

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Ep 14 - In Loving Memory Of My Dear Cousin Dr. Avigail Rock (Attitude with Gratitude) Jul 11, 2019

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Can you find gratitude in the midst of grief?

This week, on my birthday, my first cousin Avigail lost her battle to cancer, leaving behind a husband and five children. She was a brilliant woman and we will miss her terribly. Through this loss, I learned an important lesson that I want to share with you in today’s episode.

After her passing, I began to reflect on my life and the importance of being grateful for each day. We are not guaranteed tomorrow and I realized that I needed to be grateful for every day of my life. Although my birthday was a difficult day to celebrate, I did a small practice that was very powerful and want to challenge you to join me.

I took my 43rd birthday as an opportunity to make a list of 43 memories that I am grateful for. Each year of my life I reflected on and was overwhelmed with gratitude. This practice was incredibly eye-opening for me because I started to remember the precious memories that I had forgotten.

Today I invite you to join me. Even through grief and sadness there is always hope. Join our private Facebook community and let us know about your own list, and the memories you are grateful for. Because as always, together is better.

Topics Discussed:

Finding gratitude in grief.
Being grateful for the life we live and appreciating each day.
A challenge to make a gratitude list.

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Ep 13 - Using Bipolar to Make a Big Difference in the World with Zahava List Jul 09, 2019

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This week we are sharing the POWERFUL story of Zahava List, the co-founder of Chazkeinu an organization that provides peer support and resources for Jewish women struggling with mental illness. Zahava’s passion for mental wellness began from her own story which she graciously shares with us today.

After delivering her first child, a baby boy, Zahava started experiencing manic episodes along with dark depression. She later was diagnosed with Bipolar 1 and began her journey of recovery along with mothering three more children. She shares with us what it was like to be a new mother and struggle with this illness and how she navigated the ups and downs of these major life changes all at once.

In this episode, we not only hear her powerful story, but learn more about bipolar, why breaking stigma is so important, and why we need to lean into a community and not suffer alone. We also find out how she used her struggles to find the courage not only for herself but for the countless amount of women that her organization reaches. Zahava provides so much hope to those who are struggling and we hope this episode encourages you that no matter what you may be suffering from, there is always hope.

Connect with Zahava and her Organization Chazkeinu:

Website: https://chazkeinu.org/

Phone Number: 314-346-7414

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Chazkeinu/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chazkeinu/

Topics Discussed:

Why healing goes much deeper than symptoms simply “stopping”.
Going through pregnancy and caring for an infant while dealing with mental illness.
How to find meaning from pain.

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Ep 12 - The Impact of Receiving Gratitude Graciously (Attitude with Gratitude) Jul 04, 2019

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Do you struggle receiving thanks? Or compliments? If someone expresses gratitude to you, do you shake it off or struggle with knowing what to say? This week on Attitude with Gratitude, we are discussing how to receive gratitude and why it is so important to do so.

For my entire life, I have struggled with receiving gratitude from others. I believe this comes from wanting to be humble, or perhaps an insecurity, but I know it isn’t a healthy habit. I notice that when I thank others they receive it graciously which makes me feel good as the one who says “thank you”. So why do I have a hard time receiving it myself?

I recently did a little research on this topic and in this episode share with you what I find. I want to be open with my own journey to hopefully help you learn how to receive gratitude yourself. I love the topic of gratitude and reflecting on it every week. It challenges me in my own journey and my own habits and I hope it does for you as well.

This week I invite you to reflect on how you receive gratitude and how you respond to others. If you have any thoughts or tips please join our private Facebook community and share with us your experience. Remember together is better!

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Topics Discussed:

Why we should consider the other person when giving and receiving gratitude.
The ripple effect of gratitude (both giving and receiving).
How to overcome the insecurity of receiving thanks.

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Ep 11 - Tips on How to Cope with Borderline Personality Disorder Jul 02, 2019

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Do you or someone you love suffer from Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)? In today’s episode, I had the honor of sitting down with entrepreneur, and music enthusiast, Paul Sokol as he generously shares with us about his experiences with BPD and how it has affected him both professionally and personally.

I first connected with Paul after reading a powerful (and vulnerable) post that he made on social media about his mental health journey. In our conversation, Paul opens up about his resistance to seek treatment and why since then, he is now an advocate for others to seek professional help.

Paul shares with us the common symptoms of BPD as well suggests tools for coping including DBT therapy, emotional wheels, and affirmations. We also talk about how loved ones can support those with BPD and why money should never be used as an excuse to keep you from seeking help.

If you need a supportive community please find us on facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2079694042156503/

Resources mentioned:

Book : I Hate You Don’t Leave Me: https://www.amazon.com/Hate-You-Dont-Leave-Understanding-Personality/dp/0399536213

Stop Walking on Eggshells (For those supporting loved one with BPD):

https://www.amazon.com/Stop-Walking-Eggshells-Borderline-Personality/dp/1572246901

Topics Discussed:

What is Borderline Personality Disorder?
How to handle relationships when someone has BPD.
What is the emotional mind, rational mind, and the “wise mind”
Overcoming the fear of being diagnosed.

Connect with Paul Sokol:

Website: http://www.PaulSokol.me

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/voyicks/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UnderTheHair

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Ep 10 - Gratitude Thanking People (Attitude with Gratitude) Jun 27, 2019

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In this week’s Attitude of Gratitude, I wanted to do something a little bit different. Over the past couple of weeks, we have been talking about finding gratitude in things or situations that we have in our lives. In today's episode, I wanted to talk about being grateful for PEOPLE. Specifically, those who do very small, seemingly insignificant acts of kindness or service for us.

I learned about the importance of this form of gratitude from one of my friends who taught me about always being thankful and kind to everyone. He went above and beyond to help everyone feel appreciated, like the waitress at the restaurant, or the person at the checkout counter.

It is important to allow yourself to really FEEL gratitude for the small things and truly SEE the good that others are doing for us. This doesn’t just affect us but causes a ripple effect of positive energy which will continue to influence others. Connect with us and let us know about a small act of service that you showed gratitude for this week. Join the conversation in our Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/2079694042156503/

Topics Discussed:

How we can use gratitude as a ripple effect.
Why we should give accelerated (and authentic) thanks.
The importance of seeing others that are not often thanked.

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Ep 9 - Coping with Depression and Anxiety and Taking on Travel at the Same Time with Mari Stracke Jun 25, 2019

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How do you handle depression and anxiety when you travel? What about when there are major life changes and you feel alone? How can you lean on others and use gratitude to pull you through some of the darkest of times?

This week I had the honor of connecting with mental health advocate, actor, artist, and comedian, Mari Stracke. I first discovered her on Instagram (@MariStracke) and fell in love with the work that she was doing around mental health. What struck me the most was how open she was about her struggles.

In our interview, Mari shares with us incredible tips like how she uses heat, writing letters to herself, and even chocolate to cope with her depression and anxiety. We also talk about the importance of identifying your support system and why taking tiny steps everyday matters. Mari shares that she has never had shame asking for help and we hope that this episode encourages you to connect with someone who can support you on this journey. Because as always, together is better.

Connect with Mari:

Website: https://www.maristracke.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maristracke

Topics Discussed: