DWC - Do WatchU Can

I am sure you've heard about the power of the mind. But when was the last time you thought about it? In this episode, Ashton and Diego discuss their experience with both unfavorable thoughts as well as courageous ones. Tune in to eavesdrop on a conversation meant to revel, inspire, and elevate your thoughts. It's time we fix out mind on that which is deserving and will serve to better every minute of every day. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating/review. This helps increase our visibility, and the more people that listen to DWC, the more we can invest into it and make it even better.*****Connect with us at:Email: dowatchucan19@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwcaaan/

No two families are the same...well okay, except maybe when it comes to COVID lock-downs. Family, whether they are our biological families, extended family, or family members that we choose in the form of our friends and support, are all trying to figure out a new dynamic and way of being. In this episode, Ashton is joined by his cousin Christina Salcido, MS, LPC, NCC to discuss the unique dynamics that families face when merging indoors together for several months. Ashton & Christina explore mental health in the time of this pandemic and one family’s approach to trying to make it work. Family systems theory and a little creativity go a long way for all of the parents and kids out there trying to make it work.From Southern Colorado to Rhode Island and relocating to Texas, Christina Salcido has enjoyed helping teens adolescents with academics and social emotional support to launch them into their life's goals as a school counselor, helping people help themselves through crisis or times of change as a counselor, and being a mentor. Christina is a first generation college student who has obtained and earned a Secondary Teaching Certification and has earned a School Counselor Certification. In addition, her Master’s Degree in Counseling and Development has allowed her to earn an LPC to work in Community Counseling and to further help her students.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating/review. This helps increase our visibility, and the more people that listen to DWC, the more we can invest into it and make it even better.*****Connect with us at:Email: dowatchucan19@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwcaaan/MS - Master of Science Degree in CounselingLPC - Licensed Professional CounselorNCC - Nationally Certified Counselor

What a weird time to be a part of history in the making. As thousands of student's prepare to start school and professor's gear up to teach via online and hybrid, all are learning to adapt to a new format of learning. In episode 8, Ashton Alarcon is joined by Dr. Charlin Jones-Chavez where she provides relatable exposure that all students, professors, and faculty experienced during lock-down. They discuss what going home meant for different people and the frustrations with making future educational decisions. This episode is full of honest conversation about the struggles of adjusting, but also victories and the best parts of lock-down. Finally, Dr. Charlin Jones-Chavez speaks about her research of women in leadership. *****If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating/review. This helps increase our visibility, and the more people that listen to DWC, the more we can invest into it and make it even better.*****Connect with us at:Email: dowatchucan19@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwcaaan/

In this episode, Dr. George Jenkins who is the Assistant Dean of the Office of Access, Equity, and Inclusion at the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, breaks down his book, The Pact: Three Young Men Make a Promise and Fulfill a Dream. They explore friendship, refinement, discipline, leadership/adaptation, and faithfulness that played fundamental roles in Dr. Jenkins' life growing up. Later in the episode, Dr. Jenkins and Ashton discuss their personal experiences and the current racial climate of today's culture.*****If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating/review. This helps increase our visibility, and the more people that listen to DWC, the more we can invest into it and make it even better.*****Connect with us at:Email: dowatchucan19@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwcaaan/

00:02:06 - Curtis' Experience As a Black Man. 00:05:12 - The Call. 00:08:33 - What's the Fix & How to Get There. 00:10:51 - Intentionality From Everyone. 00:12:50 - Power of Value Ties. 00:13:30 - Caution to Guilt & Shame. 00:14:35 - IG Observation. 00:17:11 - What Can I Personally Do. 00:22:53 - Curtis' Meaning of DWC. *****If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating/review. This helps increase our visibility, and the more people that listen to DWC, the more we can invest into it and make it even better.*****Connect with us at:Email: dowatchucan19@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwcaaan/

00:00:27 - Welcome & Purpose of Interview. 00:00:59 - Who is Curt Hampton. 00:01:39 - Conversation Starter. 00:03:03 - Effects & Challenges of COVID-19 on Counseling Practices. 00:06:10 - Mental Health Services DWCing. 00:08:04 - COVID & Stress. 00:11:07 - Healthy Coping Mechanisms. 00:14:29 - Common Myth About Mental Health. *****If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating/review. This helps increase our visibility, and the more people that listen to DWC, the more we can invest into it and make it even better.*****Connect with us at:Email: dowatchucan19@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwcaaan/

Ever heard of axioms or axiomatic truths? In this episode, Ashton & Diego use axiomatic truths to explain how they DWC when it comes to focus. In this time of great distraction—focus is of great need. 00:34 - Topic & Segment Pivot. 01:12 - Episodes Rapid Fire Question. 02:15 - Defining Axioms. 05:34 - Don't Have Too Many Irons In The Fire. 07:38 - Lack of Direction Not Time. 11:44 - Too Thin. 13:05 - Skate In Your Own Lane. 14:38 - Johnny Kim. 18:41 - Sun's Rays Brought To Focus. 23:25 - Time Crunch. 24:08 - Someday Isn't a Day. 27:08 - Full Circle. 27:47 - Goodbye For Now. ****Through the month of May, each rating or review = a smoked brisket meal to a member of the elderly community in our local area. #Goalis100*****If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating/review. This helps increase our visibility, and the more people that listen to DWC, the more we can invest into it and make it even better. *****Connect with us at:Email: dowatchucan19@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwcaaan/

What is fear, and is there a such a thing as healthy fear? What is the difference between being afraid and scared? In Unmasking Fear, Ashton and Diego discuss their personal fears, the good, the bad, and the better of fear, and main ways they overcome it. Hear of stories about Ms. USA winner and motivational speaker Deshauna Barber, athlete and author Diana Nyad, and E.M. Gray in doing watchu can to battle fear. If you find yourself freaking out, these three things: adapting, accepting, and aspecting fear from a new perspective, will make you more bold and courageous. ****Through the month of May, each rating or review = a smoked brisket meal to a member of the elderly community in our local area. #Goalis100*****If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating/review. This helps increase our visibility, and the more people that listen to DWC, the more we can invest into it and make it even better. *****Connect with us at:Email: dowatchucan19@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwcaaan/

You never get a second chance to make a great first impression. But, can you overcome the primacy effect and rebound from an imperfect first impression? In this episode, Ashton and Diego discuss two keys to success in life. Tune in to laugh at some of their awkward first impressions, learn about the first key to success, and liquidate the second key to utilize your personal logo and brand. And for your entertainment, some bloopers where left in. Enjoy and remember to do watchu can. *****If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating/review. This helps increase our visibility, and the more people that listen to DWC, the more we can invest into it and make it even better. *****Connect with us at:Email: dowatchucan19@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwcaaan/

In this episode of Do WatchU Can, Ashton and Diego explain the "why" behind DWC and how it was created. They introduce themselves and provide the fundamental concepts of DWC. These include the power of DWC, compound effect, will-house, mirror effect of positivity, mastering the basics and how to be professionally lazy. These concepts are explained through stories of personal experiences, legends like John Williams, and wise proverbs. Tune in to learn how to Do WatchU Can. *****If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating/review. This helps increase our visibility, and the more people that listen to DWC, the more we can invest into it and make it even better. *****Connect with us at:Email: dowatchucan19@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwcaaan/