It’s time to take a break from your fast-paced life. In each episode, Sensuality Coach Casey Hall and Trauma Healer Elizabeth Menzel give you science, stories, skills, and songs to keep you and your loved ones chill AF even during stressful times. Listen now & feel a whole lot better!
CASEY HALL and ELIZABETH MENZEL, Slow the F down Show
Do you constantly strive to be there for others and then give more of yourself than is healthy? Do you trample over your own wants and needs for the sake of maintaining the peace in a relationship? Do you find yourself always on the ‘giving end' and rarely on the receiving end? Well that's exhausting and unsustainable and can often leave you feeling resentful, dissatisfied, and depressed. If you're ready to keep healthy relationships but let go of your people pleasing ways, listen to this episode now. Love, Elizabeth & Casey Click HERE for Stress Release ClassClick HERE for a free 1-1 consultation
You probably have a habit of putting things off and then feeling bad about putting it off - but then you put it off some more - and then you feel even worse! On this episode we slow it way down and discover that there is a light side to procrastinating too! So if you're ready to get clear on the pros and cons of procrastination, give this episode a listen and let us know what you think!Click HERE for our monthly somatic Stress Release Class. Click HERE to schedule a free consultation with Elizabeth or CaseyEnjoy the inspirational interview with intrepid travelers Jeremy and Angie Jones of the most helpful Pittsburgh resource: Discover the Burgh. Links to their other awesome blogs:https://www.livingthedreamrtw.comhttps://hipsterhomesteaders.comhttps://thegrapepursuit.com
You've probably had times in your life where you thought you were headed in a good direction. But then shit happened and you felt like you lost your way. Life's journey can be like Mr. Toad's Wild ride and the people around you can have good intentions, but their path might be really different than the one that's best for you and listening to them can blow you even farther off course. If you want to get back on track with your BEST life, we dedicated today's show to you.Get the fascinating details on Stress Release Class HERE.For a FREE CONSULTATION to see if and how we can help you on your life's journey, click HERE to apply.Slow Down Song: Anoana, by Heilung
You probably want more goodness in your life in the form of love, a fulfilling career, more money, more fun, nurturance, & free time… But the problem is that you could be blocking the goodness you want without even realizing it!In this episode we explore how and why you secretly block goodness and give you the best ways to let more of it into your life. If you're ready to feel really goooooood - we dedicate today's show to you. Click HERE for The Love School and check out our Love Yourself Program.Click HERE for our monthly Stress Release Class.Enjoy our uplifting interview with Aleya Crable Jennings and be sure to check out her important work at Strong Women, Strong Girls https://swsg.org/ andFred Rogers Productions https://www.fredrogers.org/ Connect with Aleya on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/acjennings/
Letting go can feel scary because you have so many memories, feelings, fears, and justifications around why you should hold on. And sometimes holding on is the right answer! If you'd like to wrap your head around when to let go and when to hold on, then definitely listen to this episode. Click HERE to find out more about the LOVE YOURSELF program for women. Enrollment ends soon, so get in here!Click HERE for Stress Release ClassClick HERE to apply for a FREE consultation with Elizabeth or CaseyHear Elvis sing this episode's slow down song HERE or the Nora Jones version HERE.
We slow Law of Attraction way down and look at the myths, metaphysics, and even the physics of it. And you'll also get the best skills to help you manifest what you want, right here right now. Listen to become a manifesting ninja!Ladies, RSVP for FREE to the virtual EPIC Vision Board Party held Jan. 14, 2023 from 11-3: https://www.thelove.school/vbp/Our Slow Down Interview is with Sabrina Saunders Mosby, President & CEO of Vibrant Pittsburgh, a premier economic development membership organization www.vibrantpittsburgh.org
How does Love affect your health, relationships, and even your career? We go deep down the rabbit hole with the most powerful force on earth to bring you the answers in this epic season 4 finale!!We talk dogs, love, and the patriarchy with Tori Mistick. professional dog mom and the founder of Wear Wag Repeat. Click for the "Love Yourself Retreat" and the Stress Release Class!Love, Casey and Elizabeth
If I'd only know sooner… I wish I'd never.. How could I have...?!? Odds are there is something from your past that you wish you could “get a do over.” If you get caught in the trap of regrets, listen to this episode for a perfect slow down skill that really works! You're about to feel a whole lot better in the next few minutes!
From the ongoing stress of the pandemic to the financial crisis, to political polarization - you might feel like your last nerve is getting worked, BUT you push your feelings aside to get on with your busy day! The problem is, pushing your feelings aside doesn't make them magically disappear - they build up under your surface and negatively impact your thoughts, feelings, relationships, even your job. A build up of stressful feelings can become trauma - and if you're a human alive in 2022, odds are you have trauma and don't even know it. So if you're ready to stop saying, “I'm fine“ when you're really not fine, we dedicate today's show to you. If you're ready to live as the most confident, secure, loving version of yourself, check out our safe and sacred on-line program for women https://www.thelove.school/ (HERE) See if https://www.thelove.school/ (TheLove.School )is what you've been looking for.
Anger gets a bad rap because it's an intense emotion that can make you say and do things that you regret later. But anger isn't always destructive, it can be used for good if you know how to wield that sword. So if you're ready to rethink anger and even make anger your ally, we dedicate today's show to YOU. See you on Zoom for monthly Stress Release Class. Grab your ticket here: https://www.thelove.school/
Society and social media puts insanely unrealistic expectations on you to be perfect. Maybe you're pretending that you have it all together while secretly you worry that you'll never measure up. We talk about how perfect ain't sexy and give you an easy way to drop into your authentic self. So, if you're ready to tell that perfectionism pressure to F off, we dedicated today's show to you. Plus, Enjoy our interview with nutrition and fitness coach - Jamie Langlois. She's the genius that just helped me lose nearly 40 lbs! You can contact her for a consultation - Jamie@bodyandbliss.com
Does the word ‘intuition' peak a sense of excitement and curiosity when you hear it? Do you binge watch shows about psychics, witches, and people with ‘extra human' abilities? Or are you a total skeptic about all of it? Either way - we bet you'd like stronger intuition! Laugh through our slow-down interview with comedian and host of the "The Mental Illness Happy Hour' podcast, Paul Gilmartin! You can hear his show https://mentalpod.com/ (HERE. ) Tune into our stress release class on zoom the 2nd Saturday of each month. Register https://www.thelove.school/stressreleaseclass/ (HERE)
When it comes to relationships and avoiding burnout, Setting Healthy Boundaries is crucial. But it's SO much easier said than done. We'll explore why setting healthy boundaries is so hard, how to recognize your boundary is violated before it's too late, , and what to do to become a boundary setting badass! Link to Willie McNeal's Music: https://avocaudio.fanlink.to/mulataloca Want support? We got a school for that! Check out https://www.thelove.school/ (TheLove.School)
Manifesting LOVE sounds wonderful but can FEEL like a tall order. Especially if you're someone who's too hard on yourself, has anxiety or depression, or overanalyzes the F out of romantic relationships. Listen if you want to manifest more love for yourself, your body, your loved ones, and even strangers! (Manifesting extra love for our Ukrainian sisters and brothers.) Click https://thehappywomanacademy.com/manifest-love/ (HERE) for the Manifest Love Retreat March 12. Click https://www.thelove.school/ (HERE) for the "Love Another" 4 month training program.
The act of sex has been weaponized, traumatized, suppressed, damned, exploited, and censored. If you're ready for some sexual healing, listen now to feel supported on your sexual journey and have even better sex! Click https://thehappywomanacademy.com/manifest-love/ (HERE) to see if the Manifest Love Virtual Retreat feels yummy to you. If you're a woman who wants to create Fun, Healthy, Sexy Romantic Relationships, click https://www.thelove.school/ (HERE) to check out the Love Another program. If you enroll, you'll get 2 free tickets to the Manifest Love Virtual Retreat!
There's a lot of collective grieving happening right now: the loss of loved ones, jobs, income, predictable routine, health status, and overall sense of belonging. The Holidays are here and we think that rather than tough it out, we could shine a light on the ways that grief may be showing up for you and offer some extra compassion, support, skills, & resources in dealing with how you're feeling. With love, Casey & Elizabeth Click https://thehappywomanacademy.com/nlmmclass/ (HERE) for Super Slow Down Stress Release Class held on Zoom the second Saturday of every month. This will help you move grief and loss through you so you don't stay stuck. Listen to Slow the F Down with Holiday Stress https://www.slowthefdownshow.com/episode/slow-the-f-down-with-holiday-stress (HERE.) The EPIC Vision Board Party is Jan. 22, 2022! https://thehappywomanacademy.com/2022/ (RSVP for FREE! ) Ready for a Fun, Healthy, Sexy, Relationship? Check out https://www.thelove.school/ (TheLove.School) Grief Resources: Find a grief counselor on https://www.betterhelp.com/ (BetterHelp.com) https://www.ekrfoundation.org/ (Elizabeth Kubler Ross Foundation offers books and over 30 resources!) https://www.npr.org/2021/11/04/1052296804/listen-again-nora-mcinerny-lifes-rough-edges (Nora McInerny on Ted radio hour: Life's Rough Edges) https://www.gaia.com/ (Grief Relief with Aurora Winter on Gaia.com) Ricky Gervais' movie "After Life" is streaming on Netflix.com
We get it, finding things to be grateful for seems like a stretch - especially in this time of Covid. Listen for EASY ways to start where you are & boost your love, money, relationships, and self-esteem super speedy. Pick up the gratitude gauntlet we threw down!! Need more slow-down support?
Feeling tired, jaded, and stuck in your own head? You might just be taking yourself too seriously. I know, it's important for everyone to know what an intelligent, caring, conscious person you are - but you're going to get bogged down and be no fun at parties. Listen to step into the light and find the funny. The next Super Slow Down Stress Release Class is Nov 13, grab your ticket https://thehappywomanacademy.com/nlmmclass/ (HERE!)
We're not just talking about romantic love, we're focusing more on the subtle ways you block love from yourself that are so sneaky, you don't even know you're doing it - yet it negatively impacts your health, finances, and relationships!! If you're ready to feel the joy, hopefulness, and peace of letting love IN, listen to this powerful episode. PLUS get a great tip to help your kids go to bed more easily AND hear an inspiring interview with Megan McGinnis of CleanWater.org
We all live inside of our body every single day of our life, yet we barely understand what it's trying to tell us. We judge how it looks, ignore what it needs, yell at it, blame it, and even hate it - even though it does millions of processes RIGHT every single day. It's time to turn all of that around. Listen if you want support LOVING YOUR BODY! Want help loving your body? Tune in to our https://thehappywomanacademy.com/nlmmclass/ (Super Slow Down Stress Release Classes) the second Saturday of every month over Zoom!
If you have a hard time letting love in, letting yourself have nice things, and letting people help you - then you feel guilty when you do give yourself a treat - this episode is for you! Listen up to hear how owning your worth improves your relationships, income, career, and love life! Ready to Love Yourself more? Check out our new School! https://www.thelove.school/ (TheLove.School)
Do you say, "I feel "bad" a lot? Maybe hate yourself just a little bit? We go DEEP on WHY, and give you the secret to feeling good about yourself instead! PLUS an uplifting interview with Leah Lizarondo of Food Rescue Hero and https://412foodrescue.org/ (412 Food Rescue)! Want to Love Yourself more? Come to our School! Click for Details & Enrollment: https://my.captivate.fm/TheLove.School (TheLove.School)
If you pick yourself apart or tear yourself down, you'll definitely want to listen to this episode! Play the "Flaw or Super-Power Game" and hear an illuminating interview with Lisa Hickey, CEO of TheGoodMenProject.com; provider of big wisdom & safe space for conversations about healthy masculinity, race, and relating empathetically. Want to Love Yourself MORE? Check out https://my.captivate.fm/TheLove.School (TheLove.School) today and enroll in our virtual group program for women.
How many times have you said yes when you really wanted to say no? Listen and learn how to get super duper honest with yourself and others so you can start living how you want to in the aftermath of the pandemic! Plus, a wisdom filled interview with Allyce Pinchback-Johnson, Founder and CEO of Pinchback Consulting. Allyce is currently focused on improving educational outcomes for Black children in the Pittsburgh region and beyond through her work with "Black Women for a Better Education." http://bw4be.com/ (bw4be.com) Ready to Love Yourself More? Check out our NEW SCHOOL: https://www.thelove.school/ (TheLove.School)
We automatically suck it up and push ourselves forward; but is there a better way to get through challenges that actually builds resiliency instead? We explore this... and vaginas, plus give you a great skill to stop sucking it up and start caring for yourself at a whole deeper level. Want to learn how to LOVE YOURSELF? Click https://www.thelove.school/ (HERE) to check out our new school!
What makes your ability to handle stress plummet? Why are your neck & shoulders so tense? Why you gotta be so cranky-pants? All is revealed in this awesome season 3 premiere episode! Listen for the fastest FREE ways to switch off your stress hormones, calm anxiety, lift depression, and feel chill AF again. We got your back, Slow Down Fan! Need more slow-down support?
You know you want to slow down, but you keep pushing yourself too hard, afraid you'll lose time & money if you slow down and take a break. But science and studies prove that if you slow down you'll actually save time, money, and your health!! Listen for facts, stories, songs, and slow down skills to slow you down and lift you up. See you soon for Season 3 - we are adding in interviews with celebrities and amazing people!!! Need more slow-down support?
Is this our sexiest episode yet?! No matter what your relationship status, you're going to be very happy you listened to this one. You're welcome! Need more slow-down support?
The common assumption is that feminine energy is about women and masculine energy is about men... NOPE! Find out how understanding masculine & feminine energy flows can make your life easier, more productive, and more fun! Need more slow-down support?
Intimacy isn't just about sex... but we also talk about sex. I bet you're already good at being intimate in some ways and could improve in others. We're here to help! Pop in your earbuds and give a listen. To book a FREE consultation go to: http://thehappywomanacademy.com/consult Need more slow-down support?
Done some things you're not proud of to someone you love? Put up with more crap than you should have? Us too. Knowing what to look out for will help you get out of the "drama triangle" and let in the good love! Need more slow-down support?
Are the Secret/ Law of Attraction/ Conscious Manifestation even real? Physics says yes and so does our experience. If you find yourself stuck in a negative spiral or never getting what you want, you'll want to listen to this episode. We share inspiring stories about how we changed our lives around and now have more fun, money, and love! Need more slow-down support?
In these extra tough times, happiness can seem elusive and unimportant... even frivolous. But once you hear the neuroscience of happiness and what it can do for your love life and finances - you are going to come over to the light side! Happy 2021! Let's slow down and make this year our happiest!! Need more slow-down support?
Maybe you kind of hate yourself, like I did. Or judge women for being too girly, like Casey did. Maybe you're guilting yourself for lounging around and aren't sure if you're depressed or just feeling really inward. Hear how embracing your darkness helps you to feel more light, happy, and alive! Need more slow-down support?
This episode is all SKILLS so you can reclaim your Peace, Fun, and JOY this holiday season. Spoiler Alert: the key is propane and booze. Need more slow-down support?
We get it, times are extra tough right now and finding things to be grateful for seems like a stretch. Listen for EASY ways to start where you are & boost your love, money, and self-esteem super speedy. Pick up the gratitude gauntlet we threw down!! Need more slow-down support?
Discover why abandoning your power is NOT your fault. Explore your relationship with your personal power and how it affects your health, relationships, and society. Hurt people hurt people. Empowered people empower people. Get it. Need more slow-down support?
As a special thank you to all of our slow down fans, listen to our entire class on the science of staying calm & centered in a stressful world - so you can regulate your nervous system and feel empowered anyway. This is the biggest most life saving Slow Down Skill Ever!
Jumpy as a cat? Spacing out? Ignoring your pain? Don't know how to ask for help? This episode is for YOU! Need more slow-down support?
Learn the secret to combating loneliness and get a deep skill to help you feel connected inside and out. Need more slow-down support?
A totally DIFFERENT perspective on purpose that will get you moving forward! And we give you the meaning of life. You're welcome! Need more slow-down support?
Poverty sucks. Poverty Consciousness sucks too. It keeps you feeling unworthy, hopeless, and stuck in a rut. Learn how to raise your Prosperity Consciousness and attract new people, opportunities, and even money to you! Need more slow-down support?
You'll learn that there is happiness after trauma, how to increase your ability to feel good, and that pleasure isn't just about sex. Need more slow-down support?
Find out why weekend workshops aren't working for you, how to get results that last, and what's so magical about riding the healing wave! Need more slow-down support?
Got too much crap? Learn the neuroscience of how clutter stresses you out, hear a story about seeing the invisible, and get 6 kick-ass DE-clutter skills! Need more slow-down support?
Sheltering in place can be intense! Learn WHEN and HOW to communicate without making tension worse. Create Peace with your People! Need more slow-down support?
Pushing yourself too hard & saying mean things inside your head? Listen for skills & songs to help you be easier on yourself. You deserve it! Need more slow-down support?
Freaking out about the future during the pandemic? You're not alone. Want to feel better in the next few minutes? Listen in to hear: The Neuroscience of Freakouts How to Feel calm, centered, & present Maureen Herman of Babes in Toyland shares her favorite Slow Down Song. WARNING: Explicitly Conscious Content! Need more slow-down support?