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21. Screens Part 1: A Non-Doomsday Look at Screen Time May 17, 2019

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Gone are the days of ringing the dinner bell to alert your kids that it's time for dinner...now you can just have Alexa tell them for you! Things have changed rapidly with the internet becoming mainstream, cell phones replacing landlines and the ability to find the answer to almost anything with a google search bar. So how do we navigate it all? What are the positives of this new world of screens and what are the dangers? This episode is part 1 of our discussion on screens and we talk about how to capitalize on technology to create connection and foster creativity. Screen time is given quite a bad rap in the media these days but we don't feel it has to be so all or nothing. Tune in if you want hear some thoughts on how to get the most benefit possible out of technology for you and your family.

20. Betrayal Trauma with Ashlynn & Coby Mitchell May 09, 2019

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Betrayal is when someone close to you violates your trust which can be internalized by your mind and your body as a trauma. We wanted to learn more about betrayal trauma so we asked Ashlynn and Coby Mitchell to join us on the podcast to teach us more about it! We learned so much from them as they talked with us about their personal experiences in their marriage with betrayal trauma, how they have worked towards recovery and what they have learned in the process. They are so easy to relate to and we hope you will appreciate how much they seem to genuinely want to help others by sharing their story. Tune in if you would like to learn more about betrayal trauma, how it manifests and how you can seek help. Please share this episode with anyone you feel may benefit from hearing from this insightful couple!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ashlynn and Coby's Podcast "The Betrayed, The Addicted and The Expert":

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-betrayed-the-addicted-the-expert/id1208799616

Find their website here:

https://www.betrayedaddictedexpert.com/

Find their social media here for daily insights:

https://www.instagram.com/ashlynnandcoby/

https://www.instagram.com/recovery_coaches/

I Thought it was Just Me by Brene Brown

Facing Heartbreak: Steps to Recovery for Partners of Sex Addicts by Stefanie Carnes

Search for a CSAT therapist for specialized help.

19. Ditch Trash Talking Your Body & other Thoughts on Body Image Apr 26, 2019

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The weather is getting warmer so social media is starting to buzz again about how we need to start working on our "summer bods". So it's time to combat that with a discussion on body image! The important thing to remember is that you are in total control of how healthy your body image is because it is directly impacted by your thoughts and actions. In this episode we discuss how to work on getting to a place of respect and acceptance of our bodies and why that is so essential to overall health. Enjoy!

18. EMDR Therapy Explained Apr 18, 2019

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EMDR therapy has become more and more common in the therapy world as millions of individuals have experienced relief and healing from it. This episode will give you a closer look at how this type of therapy accesses the brain's natural ability to heal and why it works to help reprocess traumatic events and disturbing memories. EMDR therapy can be a unique, challenging and relieving experience for many and we hope this episode will help you gain a better understanding of it.

17. Boundaries 101 Apr 12, 2019

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We'll be the first to say that setting healthy boundaries can be really hard and it takes practice! In this episode we discuss how to know when boundaries are needed in a relationship, how to set them, and what to do if the reaction to a boundary being set is not what you were hoping for. Healthy relationships require healthy boundaries so it is important to learn how to do this and we hope our discussion gives you some tips!

16. A Look into Depression Apr 05, 2019

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This episode is for anyone who wants to better understand depression-whether you have experienced (or are experiencing) it yourself or know someone who has. We discuss what clinical depression is, and what it isn’t and how to help treat it. We also delve into some ideas for how to support those around you who are struggling with it. While depression can mean so many different things, this episode will help you understand the basics of this diagnosis.

15. Resiliency with Jen Castillo Hurst Mar 28, 2019

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In this episode we interview Jen Castillo Hurst, a fellow therapist, about her cancer journey. Jen was diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma two years ago just after getting married. She shares her experiences in treatment and how she learned to be resilient through a difficult and scary time in her life. Listen to hear about how to develop resilience in yourself so that you can handle the difficult things that may come in your life.

14. Finding a Therapist & Different Types of Therapy Mar 07, 2019

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Finding the right therapist can be a difficult process. In this episode, we give you tips for finding the right fit in your therapist. We will review how to search for a therapist, what qualifications you should be on the lookout for and how to make a change if you don’t feel connected to the therapist you choose. We will also go over some common types of therapy, including some of our favorites that we have seen bring our clients success. Tune in to become an expert on picking the right counselor for you

13. Emotional Labor in Relationships Feb 21, 2019

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If you are feeling worn down in some of your relationships it could be because there is an imbalance of emotional labor. Not sure what that is? Listen to this episode as we dig into what it is, how to recognize if there is an imbalance that is causing disconnection in your relationships and then we discuss what you can do about it!

12. Minimalism Feb 14, 2019

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Can "decluttering" your mind and your space impact your mental health? We dive into that in this episode as we discuss how minimalism can impact your life and well-being. Enjoy!

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