On this podcast, we’re talking with experts, thought leaders and people just like you and me — and we’re having open and honest conversations about everyday challenges and the skills that you can use to improve your Mental Health.
Welcome to this episode of the podcast, where we will be exploring the world of Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy and its powerful 6 F's process for unburdening and finding relief. In this episode, you will learn: What Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy is and how it can help you understand and work with different parts of yourself The 6 F's process for exploring and unburdening these parts: Find, Focus, Flesh Out, Feel Towards, Friend, and Fear A guided meditation that will take you through the 6 F's process to help you find peace and relief from the burdens of your internal parts. IFS therapy recognizes that each person is an ecosystem, with a core self at the center and a multitude of parts that exist around it. Through this process, you will be able to identify and communicate with these parts, understand their role and purpose, and build a relationship with them from a place of self-compassion and validation. Join us as we take a journey of self-discovery, and discover a new way of finding peace and relief with your internal parts. This podcast is inspired by the work of Dr. Richard C. Schwartz, the Developer of the Internal Family Systems method, and brought to you by Mentally Fit. Don't forget to share this episode with a friend who could benefit from this guided meditation.
What Are "I" Statements? I-statements, also known as "I-language" or "I-messages," are a powerful tool for effective communication. They allow us to express our own feelings and needs without placing blame on the other person. By taking responsibility for our own ideas and feelings, we can deflate barriers to communication and improve our relationships. It's easy to fall into the trap of using "you" statements, which tend to be accusatory and blame-based. But, when we use "you" statements, we're likely to trigger defensiveness in the person we're speaking with and can lead to a breakdown in communication. On the other hand, "I" statements help to keep the conversation moving in a positive direction, by focusing on our own feelings and needs. They also allow the other person to understand our perspective and to come to a solution together. Using "I" statements can also be beneficial in conflict resolution. They allow us to express our feelings without attacking the other person, which can help to defuse a tense situation. Additionally, "I" statements can be used to express positive feelings, such as appreciation and gratitude. To use "I" statements effectively, it's important to focus on identifying our own feelings and the facts of the situation. And remember to avoid using any "hidden you" messages, which can still place blame on the other person. Practicing creating and using "I" statements is an ongoing process that requires practice and patience. And as we learn to use "I" statements, we'll be able to communicate more effectively, deflate barriers to communication and improve our relationships with others. To help guide you through the process, you can find a worksheet that can assist you in creating your own "I-statements" and practicing them in different scenarios. I-statements are a powerful tool for effective communication that improves relationships by expressing feelings and needs without blame.
Join the Mentally Fit Community: https://joinmentallyfit.com/ Take the upcoming Heart2Heart Workshop with Alison and Vincenzo: https://www.alisonbulman.com/heart2heartworkshop About Your Instructors: Alison Bulman, LCSW is a New York state-licensed psychotherapist, motivational speaker, and writer, based in Long Island, New York. She specializes in treating couples and people with substance use issues. She is the creator of IntimaCities - workshops, support groups, and a blog - specifically for people who struggle with intimacy. She is a certified Circling Facilitator through Circling Europe, and trained with Harville Hendrix Ph.D. and Helen LaKelly Hunt Ph.D., authors of "Getting the Love You Want" and creators of Imago therapy. Alison also trained at Gestalt Associates for Psychotherapy, the Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services, and the Hudson Valley Psychodrama Institute. She learned Transcendental Meditation at New York's David Lynch Foundation and studied mindfulness and meditation at the Dai Bosatsu Zendo in upstate New York. Vincenzo Minino has a masters in economics and commerce from his native city of Naples, Italy, Vincenzo came to New York City 20 years ago to pursue his current career as quality compliance director for a multinational company. Resolving conflicts between offices around the globe, he brings a unique understanding of what it takes to get another's world. He's currently in training to become a licensed psychoanalyst at Gestalt Associates for Psychotherapy. He sought out Circling originally to strengthen his connection with his 12-year-old daughter. Circling enriched this relationship and others through his years of weekly practice, retreats, and applying the tools daily in his relationship with Alison. He also trained with Harville Hendrix Ph.D. and Helen LaKelly Hunt Ph.D., authors of "Getting the Love You Want" and creators of Imago therapy. Vincenzo is committed to teaching his practice for personal and professional conflict resolution. He's especially interested in supporting men to reconcile society's rigid definition of masculinity and vulnerability in his weekly men's group.
Dan Pierce: Join me and Jeff Callahan, Founder of Become More Compelling to learn how to improve your relationships and make more friends. Making friends and keeping friends can be hard — especially if you aren't naturally a social extrovert. In this episode, we will discuss strategies for creating stronger friendships, and connect with people who fit your personality. Get a free audio lesson from Jeff Callahan entitled ‘How to Join and Enjoy Group Conversations': https://www.becomemorecompelling.com/mentallyfit.html Listen to the Become More Compelling Podcast: https://www.becomemorecompelling.com/podcast.html For more open, honest conversations about improving mental health—as well as support for overcoming everyday challenges—join us in the Mentally Fit Community: https://joinmentallyfit.com Thanks for joining the discussion!
Join me and my good friend Maher Yassine for an open, honest conversation about resiliency, resourcefulness and what it takes to achieve your dreams. Maher moved from Australia to the USA to pursue his dream of starting his own business — today, he is a successful business owner, running an influencer management agency working with top athletes, celebrities and influencers, as well as his own insurance company. Connect with Maher on Instagram: https://instagram.com/maher.yass Visit Maher's insurance and benefits website: https://yassinebenefitsinsurance.com For more conversations like this, as well as support and resources for improving mental health, join us in the Mentallt Fit Community by visiting https://joinmentallyfit.com
Janelle Christa is an author, coach and actress who turned her sensitivity from a ‘weakness' into a superpower. Now, she helps other people do the same, through her coaching, courses and books. If you have ever been told you're too sensitive or if you identify as a highly sensitive person (HSP), this episode is for YOU! Janelle has been featured on CBS, FOX News, NBC, among others and is a highly sought after coach for people who identify themselves as HSP. Connect with Janelle by visiting her website: https://www.janellechrista.com/ Get 10% off her course, using coupon code MENTALLYFIT For more conversations like this, as well as support for whatever challenges you're facing in life, join us in the Mentally Fit Community! Sign up (it's free right now!) here: https://joinmentallyfit.com Hope to see you inside soon. P.S. Please review this podcast wherever you are listening! Your review helps us reach more people with support and resources for improving mental health. Thank you for your support.
Dan Pierce: Have you been feeling more depressed since Covid19 (and related challenges like financial insecurity and being stuck at home) started? If so, you are not alone. I posted a survey about this question in the Mentally Fit Community and a whopping 86% of members report feeling MORE depressed since Covid19 started. It's easy to see why: not only are we all under an immense amount of pressure and uncertainty, many of the coping skills we usually use (like visiting with friends and family) have been reduced or eliminated. In order to help us navigate this challenge, we brought in an expert / therapist named Tiffany Wright, MSW. On this episode, Tiffany shares strategies for overcoming depression curing Covid19 and offers her support for members. Please reach out to Tiffany if you have any questions, or if you want one-on-one support from her or another therapist. Contact Tiffany Wright, MSW by phone at (310) 431-9003 or email at services@tiffanywrightmsw.com Learn more about her work and style of therapy on her website: https://www.tiffanywrightmsw.com For more support and resources to help you get through any challenge, join the Mentally Fit Community at https://joinmentallyfit.com (currently free!) We are here for you!
Bianca Bee: Join me and trauma-informed minister and counselor, Kyle J Howard, for an intimate discussion on spiritual abuse and racial trauma in the church. Get connected to more information, support and resources in this area by visiting: https://kylejhoward.com. Donate to free soul-care counseling: https://www.patreon.com/kylejhoward Share YOUR STORY by making a post in the Mentally Fit Community! We can continue this conversation and support each other as we navigate through everything that's going on in the world today. Join the Mentally Fit Community here: https://joinmentallyfit.com
Dan Pierce: Join me and film maker, Rain Bennett, for a talk on the power of storytelling to connect, heal and transform lives. Get Rain's weekly story telling tip on his website: https://www.rainbennett.com/weeklystorytellingtips Listen to the Storytelling Lab Podcast: https://www.rainbennett.com/thestorytellinglab Share YOUR STORY by posting a picture of yourself and sharing something difficult you have overcome in the Mentally Fit Community! Join the Mentally Fit Community here: https://joinmentallyfit.com
Bianca Bee: Join me and Kyland Young for a discussion on Black Lives Matter and how we've been coping with everything going on as protestors on the front lines of this movement. Follow Kyland: @KylandYoung on Instagram Do you enjoy the Mentally Fit podcast? Please leave us a review! For more conversations like this, as well as support in our community, join us (it's free!) at https://joinmentallyfit.com Thanks for listening
Dan Pierce: Join me and Shazel Muhammad, CP, CH for a talk on the THREE STEPS that help you get from where you are now to where you want to be! Shazel is a skills facilitator, trainer, certified hypnotist, life coach, and founder of Eunoia Global. Visit Shazel's website: http://EunoiaGlobal.com and contact her at Think@EunoiaCoaching.com Join us in the Mentally Fit Community at https://joinmentallyfit.com to share your thoughts on this episode and connect with us in the group! ❤️ P.S. Please leave a review, subscribe and share this episode so others can find it and benefit from it too!
Bianca Bee: Join me and Ollie Gabriel for a discussion about Mental Health in the Music Industry. Learn more about Music Mission Haus: https://www.musicmissionhaus.com Follow Ollie: @OllieGabriel on Instagram Do you enjoy the Mentally Fit podcast? Please leave us a review! For more conversations like this, as well as support in our community, join us (it's free!) at https://joinmentallyfit.com Thanks for listening
Dan Pierce: Join me and Dr. Owen Muir, Founder at Brooklyn Minds for a discussion about the future of mental health in the wake of the BLM Movement and Covid19. Learn more about Brooklyn Minds: https://www.brooklynminds.com Listen to Owen's podcast, Remotely Possible to get breaking news and info from the team at Brooklyn Minds: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/remotely-possible-uncertainty-anxiety-existential-despair/id1503501394 Do you enjoy the Mentally Fit podcast? Please leave us a review! For more conversations like this, as well as support in our community, join us (it's free!) at https://joinmentallyfit.com Thanks for listening
Bianca Bee: On this episode, Dan and I discuss what we think a healthy relationship is and things we've learned to help build a healthy foundation for our relationship. For more conversations like this and to connect with the community at Mentally Fit Community, join us at https://joinmentallyfit.com
Dan Pierce: Mental and physical health are closely linked, and our guest today says that both are negatively affected by inflammation. On this call, you will nutrition and diet strategies that you can use to reduce inflammation and improve your total health today. Connect with Neil and learn more about his books on his website https://neilcannonhealth.com For more conversations like this and to connect with the community at Mentally Fit Community, join us at https://joinmentallyfit.com
Dan Pierce: Hal Elrod's book, The Miracle Morning, has helped over 2 MILLION people worldwide to supercharge their daily routine, so that each day they move closer to their goals. His new book, The Miracle Equation, picks up where the Miracle Morning left off and gives you practical strategies you can use on a daily basis to accomplish anything you want to in life. Learn more about Hal, find free chapters of his book and connect with his online community by visiting his website (https://halelrod.com). Join us in the Mentally Fit Community for more conversations like this, as well as support from everyday people like you and me for anything you're going through in life. Membership is currently free to help with the Covid19 crisis. Learn more at https://joinmentallyfit.com P.S. Please review this podcast wherever you're listening so more people can get access to these discussions!
Dan Pierce: Anita Avedian, LMFT is a therapist and Certified Anger Management Specialist based out of Los Angeles, CA. We discuss: -How to overcome conflict in the home. -How to communicate with your partner. -How to cool off when emotions run high. Connect with Anita on Instagram at https://instagram.com/anitaavedianlmft and reach out to her on her website https://anitaavedian.com. To get support for overcoming any challenge and to access more conversations like this, join us in the Mentally Fit Community at https://joinmentallyfit.com.
Dan Pierce: Join me and successful entrepreneur, Ace Watanasuparp, for a conversation on mindset and habits for success. Connect with Ace on Instagram: https://instagram.com/acewatanasuparp?igshid=43wqnohya2z4 or email him at Ace.W@CitizensBank.com. For more conversations like this, and support from people like you and me, join us in the Mentally Fit Community at https://joinmentallyfit.com.
Dan Pierce: Join me and fmr NFL player and Super Bowl Champion with the New England Patriots, Setema Gali for a talk on mindset and overcoming challenges in life. Connect with Setema and find his courses, books and trainings by visiting his website https://www.setemagali.com or on Instagram @SetemaGali. For more conversations like this, as well and support and resources for improving mental health, join us in the Mentally Fit Community at https://joinmentallyfit.com
Dan Pierce: Join me and world-renowned trauma expert, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, M.D. for a discussion on trauma. Check out his book (https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748) — it's a must-read for anyone dealing with trauma, as well as their loved ones and professionals who support them. Connect with Dr. Bessel on his website at https://www.besselvanderkolk.com. Join us in the Mentally Fit Community (currently free to help with the Covid19 crisis) at https://joinmentallyfit.com.
Dan Pierce: Join me and Dr. Jeff Ball, Co-Founder of PCH Treatment Center in Los Angeles for an open, honest talk about Borderline Personality Disorder — and how labels like BPD create stigma and can harm recovery. To connect with Dr. Jeff and learn more about PCH Treatment Center visit https://www.pchtreatment.com/. Join us for more conversations like this, as well as support from peers and professionals in the Mentally Fit Community at https://joinmentallyfit.com
Dan Pierce: Join me and Dr. Alan Wolfelt from the Center for Loss & Life Transition in Colorado for a discussion on grief; what it takes to overcome an unbearable loss; and how to support others who have experienced a significant loss. Connect with Dr. Alan on the Center for Loss website (https://www.centerforloss.com/). Email Dr. Alan directly at DrWolfelt@CenterForLoss.com. Join us in the Mentally Fit Community for more discussion and support (https://joinmentallyfit.com).
Dan and Bee: Today we're talking with one of the Mentally Fit Advisory Board members, Dr. Kate Balestrieri about how sex and relationships have been affected by Covid-19. Be sure to follow Dr.Kate's practice on Instagram @themodernintimacy as well as her personal page @drkatebalestrieri. Join us in the Mentally Fit Community for further discussion: https://joinmentallyfit.com.
Dan Pierce: Join me and Dr. Lucia Capacchione, an early pioneer and leader in the area of Expressive Art Therapy—whose books, trainings and classes teach people worldwide. Learn more about Dr. Lucia and get access to resources on her website: http://luciac.com. Join us in the Mentally Fit Community for further discussion: https://joinmentallyfit.com.
Dan Pierce: Join me and author / Founder of My LA Therapy, Brooke Sprowl, LCSW for a discussion on mental health and using your mission as a North Star for life. Connect with Brooke on her website at https://mylatherapy.com. Check out My Truest North at https://MyTruestNorth.com (coming soon). Check out her father's organization, Grace Opens Doors at https://www.graceopensdoors.org. For more discussion on this topic, plus mental health support, join me in the Mentally Fit Community at https://joinmentallyfit.com.
Learn how Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is used to treat addiction (substance use disorder) via teletherapy during Covid19. Connect with Peter Lazar, LCSW by emailing PeterLazar1800@yahoo.com. Learn more about Freedom Institute: https://www.freedominstitute.org or call (212) 838-0044. To continue the conversation about this topic (and more), join us in the Mentally Fit Community: https://community.joinmentallyfit.com).
Dan Pierce: Join me and therapist, Elizabeth Irias, LMFT for a talk on overcoming grief and boosting mental health during Covid19. Connect with Beth on her website (https://clearlyclinical.com/) and listen to the Clearly Clinical podcast (https://courses.clearlyclinical.com/pages/podcasts). For more support and resources, join me in the Mentally Fit Community (https://joinmentallyfit.com).
Dan Pierce: Join me and master meditation expert / artist / healer, Mikhaila Stettler for a discussion on building resiliency during hard times. Listen all the way to the end for a free meditation session! Download the 2 free meditation gifts mentioned in the episode from Mikhaila here: https://www.mikhailastettler.com/mentallyfit . To continue the conversation, join me in the Mentally Fit Community (https://community.joinmentallyfit.com)
Dan Pierce: Join me and executive coach / life coach Sam Morris for a talk about his story of awakening and learn tips for living a more fulfilling, empowered life. Listen all the way to the end to join us for a short meditation practice you can use at home! To connect with Sam, visit https://zenwarriortraining.com/ or find him on Instagram at @zenwarriortraining. To continue the conversation, join us in the Mentally Fit Community (free, for a limited time to help with the Covid19 crisis) at https://community.joinmentallyfit.com
Bianca Bee: Today I'm talking to Dr. Sherrie Campbell, PhD about the facts of the Covid-19 Pandemic and tips she has for maintaining your Mental AND Physical Health during all of this. Like and follow her Facebook page “Sherrie Campbell, PhD” and as always— join the Mentally Fit community (private group) by searching for us on Facebook.
Dan Pierce: Join me and my friend Stefano for a talk on entrepreneurship and mental health. We'll talk about productivity, living a fulfilling life and relationships, among other things! Join the Mentally Fit Community (https://community.joinmentallyfit.com). Connect with Stefano on Instagram @stemongardi !
Dan Pierce: Our guest today is my good friend, martial arts training partner and highly sought-after personal trainer, Garnett Strother from Strother PT (http://www.strotherpt.com). Listen all the way to the end to learn a 6-Step Neurolinguistic Programming exercise to help you overcome ANY self-limiting belief! Connect with Garnett on Instagram: @strother_pt & join us for more discussion on this topic in the Mentally Fit Community at https://community.joinmentallyfit.com
Today we're talking with Jacob Lawrence, CEO of iMakeWorkFun (@imakeworkfun) about how to work from home and how to make the most out of this Stay At Home Order. We also invite you to join the Mentally Fit community on Facebook Groups! Fb.com/groups/learndbt
Dan Pierce: On our call today, I talk with Daniel Patterson — an experienced educator, author and education consultant. His new book, Recover[EDU] is available on Amazon now. Connect with him on his website (https://www.pattersonperspective.com) or on Instagram (@pattersonperspective). Join us in the Mentally Fit Community for further talks and support! (https://community.joinmentallyfit.com).
In this episode, Bee talks with Eliza Burbano about how COVID-19 is affecting their Mental Health and helpful tips on what YOU can do to take care of your Mental Health during such a stressful time.
Dan Pierce: Join me and Dr. Dmitry Ostrovsky M.D. from Brooklyn Minds for a talk about how Coronavirus is changing mental health. | Join the Mentally Fit Community: https://community.joinmentallyfit.com | Connect with Dr. Dmitry: @psychiatrynyc on Instagram or by visiting https://brooklynminds.com
Dan Pierce: Join me and my sister, Morgan, for a talk about mental health and Coronavirus. Visit community.joinmentallyfit.com to continue the conversation after!
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