Dr. Nicole L. Arkadie - You Matter Too!! Mental Wellness Monday’s

It can be challenging and difficult to allow others to assist you when needed. Moms are often doing so much for everyone else that we forget to use our supports. In this episode I discuss my own challenge and how I was able to move beyond it and benefit from the experience. -------------------------------------------------------------- If you are interested in obtaining some additional resources, visit my website at www.nicolearkadie.com. You can book me as a speaker to provide dynamic information on mental wellness and other topics. --------------------------------------------------------------- Needing some additional skills to enhance your personal life and provide professional development skills? then make sure to visit AA Online Wellness Academy at www.aaonlineacademy.org

As we enter into the spring season now is the best time to do an inventory and see who or what you need to get rid of. Sometimes we can have unhealthy people in our lives creating havoc and chaos. In this episode I discuss strategies to use to assist you in identifying if it's time for you to do some spring cleaning in your life. --------------------------------------------------------------- If you are interested in obtaining some additional resources, visit my website at www.nicolearkadie.com. You can book me as a speaker to provide dynamic information on mental wellness and other topics. --------------------------------------------------------------- If you are interested in resources that will enhance your personal life and provide professional development skills, then make sure to visit AA Online Wellness Academy at www.aaonlineacademy.org

In this episode I interview Speech and Language Therapist, Lena Davis of Savvy Speech who provides some great insight into how to identify if your child needs to be assessed for communication difficulties. She gives strategies for moms on how to be kind to themselves during this time and what steps to take. Unfortunately we experienced some technical difficulties during this interview but were able to ensure you are able to hear the amazing information provided by Lena and strategies to assist you. For additional resources or assistance, you can connect with Lena at https://www.savvyspeechtherapy.com/. ————————————————You can visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com to book me as a speaker and to see other resources I have available to assist in your mental wellness. ————————————————. If you want additional resources to assist and enhance your personal and professional development skills then make sure to visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

This month we honor and celebrate nationally Women's History Month. With all the various stressors and issues taking place in the world, it is women who are the drivers towards positive and sustainable change. Moms. We are celebrating you and your contributions to this world. __________________________________________________ You can visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com to book me as a speaker or learn more about the services IU offer and what I do. _________________________________________________ If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

As moms we take on so many things and can experience cognitive overload. I discuss ways to reduce cognitive overload and offer some simple strategies you can use. Go ahead and visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com to book me as a speaker. If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

In this episode I interview Erica Long who gained custody of her 5 siblings while having her own 3 children when she was only 21 years old and starting her own business. She shares her experience and some useful strategies on how to maintain mental wellness when you may be stretched beyond your limit. Also, you can visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com to book me as a speaker. If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

Let's start the new year off right by making sure you are addressing your needs. In this episode I share some quick tips to help ensure you keep your mind right and remain sane. Sharing is caring, so don't forget to share this podcast episode and show with others. Visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com and If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

The Christmas holiday can overwhelm and stress us out. We often do too more, much more than is required, which leads to emotional and mental distress. In this episode I provide 10 different mental wellness tips to help ensure you are able to enjoy yourselves this holiday season without "loosing your minds." Visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com and If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

Apologies for the poor audio quality as a different system was used and there was technical difficulties. I didn't want to postpone you getting this episode so decided to publish it. It can be difficult to adjust to changes in your family dynamic. If someone moves into your home, moves out, or leaves can cause emotional distress. In this episode I will be discussing strategies to assist in your mental well-being when you have an adult child move out of the house. Visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com and If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

As we enter into the Fall months and getting prepared for Thanksgiving many of us can feel overwhelmed, stressed, sad, lonely, and burned out. In this episode I discuss different strategies you can use to decrease your stress level with these Thanksgiving wellness tips. You can Visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com and If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

Having adult children can tough and a difficult transition for mom to accept and or manage. I talk about the difficult transition from childhood to adult hood and offer some strategies for moms to use to make it less painful and smoother. You can Visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com and If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

Life doesn't always go as planned for us so it's important to learn how to change direction. To access the skill of pivoting to avoid experiencing metal and emotional distress. In this episode I share some strategies on how to shift the mindset. You'll hear some of my experiences and how they've helped me to pivot in life. You can Visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com and If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

I interviewed Lashana West who is a mindset coach and business therapist. We delved into the subject of imposter syndrome. She provided some great insight and strategies on how to combat imposter syndrome. You can connect with Lashana on social media @lashanawest for more information about her services. You can visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com to gain more information about the upcoming You Matter Too Moms Empowerment Summit. If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

How many of you mom every feel guilty for taking time for yourself? Do you ever feel like no matter what you do, it isn't enough? Well during this episode I address these issues and more and ways to move forward away from the mom/mommy guilt and feelings of inadequacy we sometimes feel. You can visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com to gain more information about the upcoming You Matter Too Moms Empowerment Summit. If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

In this episode I talk about perimenopause, it's symptoms and how they can affect you. I normalize PM and discuss how you are not alone. You can visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com to gain more information about the upcoming You Matter Too Moms Empowerment Summit. If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

In this episode I interview Xandrea Garay, real estate agent and mom of two. She provided great insight into the types of fear that prevent individuals from moving forward with becoming a home owner. She offers some great resources to help with easing the fear of home ownership and assisting you in being successful in purchasing a home. You can contact Xandrea at www.linktr.eexxgaray20 or her social media handles @xgaray20realestate You can Visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com and If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

Getting prepared for your kids to head back to school causes a lot of stress, tension, and can make a mom feel overwhelmed. I discuss ways to reduce your tension levels while maintaining your sanity. Visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com and If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/ where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

Kids love when the school year ends and the summer months begin. Unfortunately, it can be exhausting, tiring, and overwhelming for moms. The need to keep your kids engaged or find childcare for them during the summer months can cause emotional distress. I share some of my challenges and how I overcame them and learned how to thrive during the summer months. If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/ where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

Peace is a word that means something different to each person. I have found that having peace is pivotal to experiencing mental wellness. Sometimes there are things and people who disrupt your peace. I discuss ways to ensure you maintain your peace of mind. If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/ where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

This episode I interviewed Ariel Macon-Richard a Licensed Clinical Therapist who has over 16 years in the field of Social and Behavioral Sciences. She is the new author of “The Power in Choosing You: A Women's Guilt Free Guide to Self-Care” book that's available on Amazon. You can reach Ariel at www.yourhappylivingsolutions.com. If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/ where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

This episode I interview Dr. Sandra Wilkerson, Licensed Mental Health Therapist about the topic of childhood trauma and how it can impact you as an adult. She provides information on the links between child trauma and current behaviors in an adult. She offers insight on ways to manage your trauma. If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/ where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

Did you know that doing random acts of kindness and generosity for others can help you feel good? It releases the oxytocin hormone in your body and causes you to feel warm, fuzzy, and happy. Simply watching someone perform a random act of kindness towards another person releases oxytocin hormone into your body and makes you feel good. That's why you find yourself smiling when you witness a kind gesture or act. I discus different strategies and activities you can do to help increase your oxytocin levels and I discuss the different effects of this natural hormone. Be kind and do an random at of kindness by sharing this episode with someone else. If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/ where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

This episode I invited special guest Christina Mobley who is an Investment Broker and Advisor to speak to us about the understanding our financial goals. She provided concrete information about specific strategies we can use to ensure we have a plan for our financial present and future needs. She discussed the challenges that many of us face with our lack of knowledge surrounding investing and financial planning. You can contact Christian at (407) 298-3940 or via email at Christinamobley@primerica.com. If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/ where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

***BONUS EPIOSDE***Moms. You are used to taking care of everyone else's needs, often at the expense of your own. It is important to make yourself a priority without feeling guilty about it. If you fall off of the boat into the ocean, you have to pull yourself up into the boat first and then reach back to help someone else. Self-Rescuing is placing the life jacket on yourself first. I discuss the term self-rescue and provide examples on how to achieve the goal of mental wellness. You can visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com to obtain an eBook copy of my latest published book "I'm Not Crazy: Just Practicing Self-Rescue, Guidebook Vol 2 in my I'm Not Crazy guidebook series. You can obtain a physical copy of the book from Amazon. If you are interested in developing critical skills to enhance your relationships and performance at work then you can visit A & A Online Wellness Academy. to sign up for a quick, interactive course that's designed for you.

In this episode I spoke with Lisa Campbell who is an RN and Mindset Coach about the impact stress has on our brains and as moms what we can do to limit our distress levels. For additional resources you can visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/

I speak with Mom, Wife, and Educator, Pastor Shy about the message she has for all moms. She offers great suggestions to ensure contentment, happiness, acceptance, and wellness. If you want to build up your confidence, learn how to communicate more assertively, or want additional resources to assist you then visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/ where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

Mother of five, wife, business owner and CEO Jennifer Oglesby shares her secret to how she had been able to successfully manage her life and responsibilities. You can visit her website to get free one year business coaching at www.csoadp.com. If you want additional coaching information visit: www.drnicolearkadie.com  If you want to build up your skills set or want additional resources to assist you then visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/ where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.

As mothers we often do what works best for everyone else but ourselves. In this episode I talk about the importance of learning and doing what works best for you. I share some strategies I've found that are effective in addressing your needs and provide examples of what it looks like when you are doing what works for you,

In this episode I spoke with Lisa Campbell, RN, Wellness and Leadership Coach who spoke about the how stress affects our brains. She provides some tips and strategies for how moms can reduce our stress levels. Remember moms, You Matter Too!

Interview with Dr. Sandra who is a Licensed Marriage and Therapist about her story of healing after 20year marriage ended in infidelity and divorce. Coping strategies she used and recommend

I share my story about recent incident that left me feeling uncentered, unbalanced, and in a funk. I provide some techniques on how to recenter yourself and get back focused and feeling good.

We all have various responsibilities and demands to address. It's finding the proper balance that is key to mental wellness. What does balancing your life responsibilities look like for you? 

It's important to have a healthy relationship with yourself. Art is a great way to tap into your creative side, while also addressing your mental wellness needs. Guest speaker Tiffany Todd of Honey Avocado shared her amazing story. 

Organizing ourselves helps our mental wellness. Sometimes you will need to declutter your mind.

You can't pour from an empty cup. Yet, why do we keep trying and continuously draining ourselves? Consistently doing things for everyone else and not taking the time to address our own needs leaves us feeling emotionally depleted and physically drained. It is only when we are able to replenish ourselves that we are able to fill up our mental, spiritual, and physical cup to prevent us from experiencing emotional distress. 

Be the most vigilant person you know. Did you know that 1 in 5 women will experience intimate partner violence in their lifetime? Did you also know that 22.5million women in the U.S. are diagnosed with breast cancer? This episode discusses and explores what you should be aware of related to taking preventative measures to help protect you and your life.

It's hard to think about being happy when we experience a loss and our pain is fresh and real. Its learning how to work through our pain while still living that will help us heal. This episode offers a different perspective to help you process your pain, loss, and grief.

As we are starting to get ready for our kids to resume school. It is important that we prioritize ourselves and not become too overwhelmed.

Sometimes it is tough being a parent of adult children. As a mother you had dreams and specific goals for your children, but they may not go down the path you had laid out and outlined for them. We have to learn how to support our children in their goals and dream. I am doing that as I am featuring my young adult son who is inspiring to be a musician and he just released his song "Count Your Blessings" by Kvng Pierce.

Processing grief of a loved one can be very difficult, especially if the death unexpected. However, it's important to be able to acknowledge your feelings and allow yourself to feel.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Accepting help can be a challenging thing to do. Especially, for those moms who are high achievers and used to being able to do and accomplish everything. We need to be able to acknowledge when we need help and then be able to accept it from others without feeling like a failure or less than.

Having a family doesn't not negate being able to work outside of the home. I interview a mom of five, Jennifer Oglesby, who owns two businesses and she provides great tips on how she's been able to be successful at both roles.

What you see and hear has an affect on your mood and how you feel. It’s important to be mindful of what you watch and what you listen to. To protect your two senses, hearing and seeing so you can have mental wellness

Coming off of celebrating Mother's Day Weekend, I wanted to see where you are all at. Mom's let's take care of you and your needs. Hang your superwoman cape up in the closet and learn how to sit back and be okay with doing absolutely nothing. Learn to listen to your body and give it what it needs to ensure your mental wellness. 

During this episode I had the pleasure of interviewing Evangelist Missionary, Rosie Cook-Askins and she shared some great insight on how she has been able to successfully balance staying connected spiritually to God wile meeting the demands of being a mother. She offers great tips on how to "walk it like you talk it." Listen to this episode to learn what that statement means and how to accomplish it.

If you think that you do something, then you will believe it, and once you believe something isn’t possible, it becomes your reality. Let your dreams be your reality and your reality your dreams. Dream bi and don’t stop! This episode was filmed live at the time of the tapping

It can be hard to hear and accept the word no. Hearing and getting a "no' isn't the end of the world. It’s all about putting things into perspective and understanding that you will not always get and hear a yes for everything. Learning how to accept no is an integral part of being an adult. No can simply mean, "not right now" but later. 

This episode goes over an important resource that everyone needs to have in their home. A Red Binder. The red binder is where you are going to keep all of your pertinent information that will be needed once you pass away, to help make it easier for others to take care of your affairs. Let's prepare and show we care, by planning ahead. I review all the necessary documents you should have inside of your red binder and reasons for them.

Moms-have you ever had a time where you just felt absolutely, 100% tired? Where you felt the exhaustion down in your bones? Well...I am so dog on tired of all that comes with being a mom with a child who is attending school through virtual learning. In this episode, I normalize the struggle that many moms are having, being the parent and teacher to their child/ren during virtual schooling. 

Fear is typically the root cause of why we don't move forward with things. It prevents us from tapping into our full potential. Fear strangles our voices and hinders our growth. It can be crippling to our success. There is such a thing as healthy fear, but it's the debilitating fear that causes the most harm and in this episode we will be discussing ways to push beyond the fear and tap into your greatness.

Women. Especially moms have a hard time saying no without feeling guilty. We do a poor job of making ourselves a priority and addressing our mental wellness. This episode talks about the necessity of setting boundaries and provides tips on how to start saying “no” without feeling guilty.