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Episode-52 May 04, 2021

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Licensed mental health counselor and infant mental health expert, Evelyn Mendal, joins us to answer the FAQs submitted for this 'Ask The Expert" episode. Evelyn is the owner of Hatch and Bloom, where she specializes in coaching parents who are looking to better understand their child's behavior. In this episode, we discuss emotional regulation, co-regulation, and the importance of the parent's self-regulation. Evelyn expands on the difference between tantrums and meltdowns and shares tips on how to handle each. We also take a deeper dive into helping our children understand the connection between their actions and natural consequences while discussing age appropriateness and the importance of parental consistency.

To learn more about Evelyn Mendal reach her at: Ig: @hatchandbloomco Website: www.hatchandbloom.co Email: Evelyn@hatchandbloom.co

The content on The Mindful Corner Podcast should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You are encouraged to consult your doctor concerning your specific health condition and because each person is unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.

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Episode-51 Apr 27, 2021

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Ms. Paula Hagen (formerly known as Ms. Mark), a retired high school English teacher, and Dr. Velez's former teacher, comes on the show to discuss the path which lead her to become an educator. Ms. Mark, (as her former students would call her) shares details about her life growing up as a gifted child and teen and shares how it would later influence her passion for teaching gifted teens in the predominantly Spanish-speaking community of Hialeah, Florida. Ms. Mark also discusses how she was relentless in the pursuit of helping students dream big and reach their academic potential.

Ms. Mark is more than an educator, she is a beacon of light who planted daily seeds of hope and inspiration into the hearts of her students. It only takes one adult to believe in you, and Ms. Mark was that person to many. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of former students blooming thanks to her influence.

-With love and appreciation, Erika

** please excuse the audio quality and minor glitches, we didn't have the best internet connection and made the best of it! :)

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Episode-50 Apr 13, 2021

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Chazz Lewis, aka, Mr. Chazz is an educational specialist, podcast host, parent coach, and content creator who shares a passion for helping educators and parents learn how to gently and effectively address behavioral concerns with children.

In this episode, Mr. Chazz shares the personal journey that led him to cultivate a passion for helping adults understand and help children manage their behaviors and better understand their emotions. We also discuss identifying parental triggers, the need for changing certain generational parenting narratives, and viewing and respecting children for the full humans that they are.

Find Mr. Chazz on IG:

ttps://www.instagram.com/mrchazz

Tiktok- mrchazzmrchazz

Listen and subscribe to his podcast: Mr. Chazz's Leadership, Parenting and Teaching Podcas‪t‬ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mr-chazzs-leadership-parenting-and-teaching-podcast/id1525418064

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Episode-49 Mar 09, 2021

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Aparna Sagaram, LMFT joins us to discuss the unique lived experience of adult children of immigrant parents. She shares her expertise in navigating the immigrant family systems and discusses the challenges of having emotionally unavailable parents. We discuss family core beliefs and values, overcoming shame and guilt, and learning how to set boundaries.

Aparna Sagaram is a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. She identifies as a second-generation South Asian woman. She specializes in working with children of immigrants and immigrant family dynamics. She also specializes in working with couples navigate relationship issues related to identity, inner child, and culture through an anti-racism lens.

Find Aparna on IG and stay tuned to her upcoming webinars:

https://www.instagram.com/reflectionswithatherapist/

Books mentioned in this episode:

Adult Children of Emotionally Unavailable Parents- Lindsay C. Gibson PsyD

https://amzn.to/30oVKzF

he content on The Mindful Corner Podcast should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You are encouraged to consult your doctor concerning your specific health condition and because each person is unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.

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Episode-48 Mar 02, 2021

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Dr. Nadine Macaluso shares the personal story that drove her from wounded ex-wife of the infamous Wolf of Wallstreet to healer. Dr. Nae, as her patients call her, found herself amidst a chaotic divorce after suffering years of abuse. She shares details about her healing journey which fueled her to return to school at 39 years old where she would later learn to transform her pain into purpose. Dr. Nae now owns a private practice in California and New York using somatic-based treatment with a focus on attachment trauma, shame, and Dark Tetrad personalities.

Find Dr. Nadine Macaluso on IG at:

https://www.instagram.com/drnadinemacaluso/

Website:

https://www.nadinemacaluso.com/

Books mentioned in this episode:

The Body Keeps the Score:

https://amzn.to/2PqhadF

Codependent No More:

https://amzn.to/3b4mQSM

Betrayal Bond:

https://amzn.to/3q1rC7W

The 5 Personality Patterns

https://amzn.to/3bORDSV

Therapy modalities mentioned:

Somatic Experiencing- Peter Levine

Neuroaffective Relational Model (NARM)

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Episode-47 Feb 16, 2021

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Clinical psychologist and author, Dr. Betsy Guerra, comes on to discuss the inspiration behind her new book, "Hurt 2 Hope: Heal the Pain of Loss, Grief, and Adversity" After suddenly losing her daughter in 2013, Dr. Betsy Guerra met excruciating pain and hopelessness face-to-face. She shares how her grief journey taught her lessons that superseded the knowledge afforded by her doctorate degree and decades of clinical practice. She discusses her journey to finding joy after such a devastating loss and shares what she leaned on to build resiliency through her loss.

Learn more about Dr. Betsy Guerra via the links below:

BetterWithBetsy.com Group private practice under Dr. Betsy Guerra with highly competent and heart-centered professionals that serve youth, adults, families, and couples. They offer workshops, group programs, speaking engagements, and traditional in-person (or virtual) therapy/coaching. Hurt2Hope.com Online program that will equip you with the tools and support that will enable you to heal and overcome the pain of loss (e.g due to divorce or the death of a loved one). Book Hurt 2 Hope: Heal the pain of loss, grief, or adversity: https://www.amazon.com/Hurt-Hope-Heal-Grief-Adversity/dp/1736129007 TeenLeadershipBootcamp.com The Teen Leadership Bootcamp is the School of Life for pre-teens and teenagers. DateNightsWithBetsy.com 4-session workshop for couples who want to spark in their relationships and thrive in their communication and intimacy, while working on their struggles in a fun and safe environment.

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Episode-46 Feb 09, 2021

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Iris Chen, the author of "Untigering: Peaceful Parenting for the Deconstructing Tiger Parent, and first-generation Chinese American, comes on to discuss changing generational parenting narratives and intentionally choosing a more peaceful parenting approach. We take a deep dive into cultivating meaningful relationships with our children and discuss the work necessary to changing parenting patterns.

To find out more about Iris Chen:

Website: https://untigering.com/

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

IG: https://www.instagram.com/untigering/

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Episode-45 Feb 02, 2021

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Karen Duque and her family heard the words no parent ever prepares to hear. Her ray of sunshine, Jakey, a 4-year-old beacon of light, was diagnosed with a rare form of childhood cancer, DIPG. She shares her story of mustard seed faith and how she learned to enjoy every last minute of Jakey's life. Karen discusses her journey through immeasurable pain, grief, unwavering faith, and resiliency.

*It must be noted that while we recorded this episode, a ray of sunshine gleamed strongly across Karen's face, reminding us that Jakey's presence was ever so felt. We felt titling the episode "Ray of Sunshine" would be very well suited.

In loving memory of Jakey Duque May 08, 2015-June 08, 2020.

Links to follow Karen and The Duque Family's journey are listed below:

https://www.instagram.com/kduque143/

https://www.instagram.com/jakeysarmy

www.jakeysarmy.org

The content on The Mindful Corner Podcast should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You are encouraged to consult your doctor concerning your specific health condition and because each person is unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.

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Episode-44 Feb 02, 2021

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Welcome back, friends, and happy 2021! In this episode, we do a quick recap of where we've been, share some hope for current times, and plans for the coming season. So good to be back!

- Dr. V

If you'd like to come on the podcast to share your story, please fill out the form on www.drerikav/podcast

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Episode-43 Aug 25, 2020

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Jennifer, homeschooling mother of three, joins us to share her top tips for a successful start to the academic year. Whether your child will be learning via distance learning, going back to school in-person, or starting the homeschooling journey, Jennifer shares her most valuable tips to help our children stay engaged and foster their love of learning.

Jennifer is a homeschooling mom of 3 girls (ages 6, 5, and 3). She has a Bachelors in Early Childhood Education and a Masters in Reading Education. She is also Nationally Board Certified in Literacy. Jennifer has spent the past few years learning about homeschooling and education and helping other families along in their journey. In May, with the rapid demand for homeschooling information, Jennifer began her consulting business which aims at helping parents learn what they need to know to make homeschooling feasible for their unique families needs.

To learn more about Jennifer and her services, visit her Instagram page @sparkingwonder

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