Reverse Therapy

Christmas in East Germany.... everything is virtually in lockdown, so no Christmas markets, no festivities and not any displays cheering on the holidays. An unfortunate reality of Covid restrictions, but hey! We have snow!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

Covid is alive and well. I'm trying to get my butt to Europe before the Olympic season gets kicked up in full swing. It wouldn't be sliding without excess drama from within the federation. So here's the tea... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

I have been marinating on speaking about my skeleton career/life because I wasn't sure if I needed separation... well skeleton is my life right now and will be for the next few years so- it's here to stay! Today we're addressing the Federation and it's inability to learn from years and years of requesting better communication. At this point it's intentional. They have no plans of changing. They have no plans of being or doing better, so we should just accept it. ABSOLUTELY NOT! It baffles me the number of requests and complaints regarding the lack of communication, but there is zero improvement (doing it once is not improvement). There are so many athletes who have come and gone from this program for decades who are mere phantom memories of senior sliders who come from that era. The lack of acknowledgement for participation, contribution or feats is beyond embarrassing. The athletes of the USA program constantly pour their livelihoods into this team just to be disrespected by a Federation who can't grant them the bare minimum of communicating plans much less validating their time in the sport. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

*** Sorry the audio is a lil off, my voice gets a little lost in the background sound*** Summary: If you're stagnant you cannot grow... (You die). I don't know why -- actually I do, but I don't understand the complacency with mediocrity. The past four years I have been an active member of the US Skeleton team, but I have also been on the sidelines watching our "progression"... The issues come from both sides, staff and athletes. What is confusing is the over arching goal would give off the appearance that we as a federation have the potential for greatness however we retain and cater to below average performances. Professional sport is a business. If you don't perform or meet the minimum standards there isn't a place for you. Stop complaining and get to work. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

The ongoing struggle with societal beauty standards has been exhausting. The amount of bullying WOC and young girls have received simply for how they look (something they have absolutely no control over), yet a white woman can go and alter her body to have those exact features and claim them as natural. It's not a double standard, it's blatant hatred at this point. I didn't even get to the meat of it, but tune into the next episode about Racial Ambiguity... --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

It's the latter part of 2021 and there seems to be a growing virtual presence of Book Readers and we love to see it! But it wasn't always like that. We all can think back to grade school where the 'required reading' was anything but fun. Grade school nearly killed the love of reading-even for book worms. Then at some point in time, as we grew up the only acceptable reading was: Self Help, Entrepreneurship, Business, Biographies, etc. Seeing or hearing about an adult reading fantasy or fiction was frowned upon. Why? Why has society placed age restrictions on genres? Why is it not ok to read what you want to read?? Who authorized the non-readers to police Bookers on the material they choose to read? Well here, we're gonna celebrate reading in all it's forms from whatever genre you choose! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

Let's cut to the chase, society has created a safe haven for "men" to exist in a space unchallenged and uncontested. So obviously when women call BS or want to be treated differently, men get up in arms about "women being too emotional". How fascinating that men are expected to be dominate and catered to, yet women are expected to simply comply without a peep...? Fat chance. Let's start the conversation about toxic & fragile masculinity as it coincides with internalized misogyny, and why this ideology needs to be addressed head on. Let's make men uncomfortable:) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

This episode covers heading back up to Lake Placid for a second push camp and identifying some much needed self reflection. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

It's the Institutional Racism for me It's the Blatant Disrespect for me It's the Outright Disregard for Mental Health for me It's the crusty old men with entitlement for me It's four sentence response from Buckingham Palace for me Can you tell how I feel? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

This episode, Mystique does a little recap an reflection on watching ALL the MCU. She shares how some movies were merely a gap filler while others moved her emotionally onto a different level. She is finally "in the know" of all the MCU vernacular! **SPOILER ALERT: IF YOU HAVEN"T WATCHED ALL OF THE MCU, THIS WILL SPOIL*** Join her in the discussion! Leave a comment or a voice mail to share your thoughts on MCU happenings! *Will be available to watch on YouTube channel* --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

To be quite honest guys, I have been in a daze for the past two weeks. Historically for me, February is a difficult month. But due to recent events my spirit has been pretty down, and I am trying to find my way back. So yes I have neglected projects and things I have on my "to-do" list. I'm just not feeling them quite yet. With that being said, today's podcast shares my progress with some goals of mine and touches on current events. The world needs more empathy and compassion. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

In today's episode Mystique shares how camping out in Park City led up to the first North American Cup (NAC) races. Mystique also shares how a conversation with the USABS CEO highlighted a bad pattern that has yet to be addressed and how her truthfulness is being handled by the Federation. *This is not a bash episode, merely addressing a circus in the room* --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

This episode, Mystique returns to the Star wars universe to talk about episode II: Attack of the Clones --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

Changing it up with todays episode! Today Dan and I venture to a galaxy far far away to discuss the Star Wars episode one, the Phantom Menace. We discuss nostalgia, cinematic history and our adult takes on the film. Any Star Wars fans out there? Chime into the conversation and let's discuss all things Star Wars! Leave a message here or send a DM. May the force be with you **AD** Goli: use code " mystique.ro " to save 5% on order --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

What's good?! 2021 is almost here! This episode my friend and teammate Dan Barefoot joins me to share his personal New Years Resolutions for 2021. We talk about health, wellness, financial and lifestyle goals we would like to adapt and grow with. What are you New Years Resolutions for 2021? Feel free to comment via social media or call and leave a message below! **AD** Goli: use code " mystique.ro " to save 5% on order --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

This episode covers New Years Resolutions, why I hate them ( what they've become) but how they can be beneficial if utilized properly. I recap on how this year full of events has taken a toll on me, to the point of hair-loss... haven't shared that with the world yet- now you know! **AD** Sunwarrior: " SKELETON " to save 10% on order --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

This episode forces us (society) to look at the things/ people we took for granted. Essential workers are the true MVPs of 2020-without them, who knows where we would be. Also I share how stress has manifested into a smelly nuisance and since I'm already talking about myself, I call out my "needs work" traits. **AD** Goli: use code " mystique.ro " to save 5% on order --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

Cha girl finally got caught up on the Mandalorian ( two episodes left to be released in coming week). Somehow this is helping with my sanity. This episode I cover my thoughts (briefly) on the Mandalorian **Spoiler Alert** (not much detail). Then eclipse training in Park City as well as discussing the upcoming project of "Skeleton 102". This extension of the original series will go into more detail about expectations and work to educate prospective sliders to make better decisions moving forward. **AD** Goli: use code " mystique.ro " to save 5% on order --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

Sorry for the two week delay! Things have been non-stop. In true 2020 fashion it's been one thing after another, smh. Team trials was... an experience. This episode, I back track on the missing two weeks, just to fill in the gaps of time while also sharing my next adventure. **AD** Sunwarrior: " SKELETON " to save 10% on order --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

It wouldn't be a week of 2020 without some chaos: election madness!! Fear not it's over... This episode I share my first week of sliding in the 2020-2021 season. It was definitely a bit of a over-hyped scenario...meh The meat of this episode shares my new project HUEman Resilience : Empowering POC to celebrate a history that is most often untold I would ask that you check out my online store and help raise awareness for the #MMIW, in this fight to protect Native women. 50% of the profit will go towards the Navajo Water Project, an organization that works to bring running water to a navajo family on the reservation {more than 30% do't have tap water or a toilet in their homes} Use code: THERAPY to save 17% on your purchase from HUEman Resilience. **AD** Goli: use code " mystique.ro " to save 5% on order Sunwarrior: " SKELETON " to save 10% on order --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

Y'all, can we get an AMEN for reaching November?! This was the longest 10 months of my life!! The stress was real! 2020 WAS THAT BITCH!! SHE SAID YOU GONN SOME RESPECT ON THAT! When I tell you my nerves are shot... BRUH... it's crawling over the finish line at this point. Call it hysteria, but this year man-handled me boi. Keep your head up y'all we're gonna get through this together, one way or another! **AD** Goli: use code " mystique.ro " to save 5% on order Sunwarrior: " SKELETON " to save 10% on order --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

Last quarter, finish strong! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

Today's episode unloads the culminating stress of the week of playing phone tag with the insurance company, getting routine travel vaccinations, shuffling through appointments and other normal adulting tasks. To top it all off, Mystique talks about social media trolls and the consequential outcome of some introspective time. Hang in there y'all 2020 is that b*tch that has more than outstayed her welcome! AD: Rocking Green Soap creates green cleaning products that are hard working to meet the demands of every family, gentle on sensitive skin, AND earth-friendly, * I use ACTIVE for my drifit workout gear...Give it a try! Usa code "SKELETON" to save 10% on your purchase :) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

Having just watched "The Weight of Gold", Mystique dives in an highlights some key points shared in this documentary. Mental health is truly an under rated issue that many people suffer from, but the plight among athletes is a stigma of super heroes. The first step is admitting there is an issue at hand, but how do we as athletes accept something so vulnerable when were trained to be invincible? There needs to be changes made to make this a safer environment for athletes. Having said that, if this is what mainstream media projects as an issue for high profile athletes, then what can minorities and athletes of color possibly be facing in all this? Follow me on IG @blasian.ro Become a Patron and support my athletic journey! You can also shop my online store, Cognitive Expression --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

Mystique gives an update on how the Barefoot on Ice Golf Outing went and the overwhelming results. She mentions an unlikely surprise in the mail along with sharing a glimpse of news for some upcoming projects and things to look out for in the upcoming weeks. Follow me on IG @blasian.ro Become a Patron and support my athletic journey! You can also shop my online store, Cognitive Expression --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

Mystique shares how she is just about ready the wave the white flag regarding this golf outing, celebrating back to back birthdays in Virginia and preaching WEAR YOR MASKS! Follow me on IG @blasian.ro Become a Patron and support my athletic journey! You can also shop my online store, Cognitive Expression --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

The realities of adult birthdays bring with them some stresses our childhood selves would much prefer to avoid. Mystique shares the scary mishap with lapsing insurance coverage during a pandemic along with a surprise discovery during her annual physical. Follow me on IG @blasian.ro Become a Patron and support my athletic journey! You can also shop my online store, Cognitive Expression --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

2020 has been quite the eye opener. Relationships have been tested, strained and even broken beyond repair between family, friends and significant others. The question of sensitivity comes to mind- are we too sensitive? But the other side of the coin demands action and speaking out about oppression of any kind. This episode will dive into handling our Silent "Friends", the ones who don't speak up/out about injustice, or continue on as if nothing is happening. **Opinions are welcome, feel free to comment or leave a message** Follow me on IG @blasian.ro Become a Patron and support my athletic journey! You can also shop my online store, Cognitive Expression --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

I've spent half of June catching up on Chrisley Confessions -Y'ALL! This family has got so much going on, between family, business and managing these calls, they need another vacation! I talk about a few repeated hot topics and questions that have arisen throughout their podcast, but the main thing is STOP JUDGING WHAT YOU DON'T UNDERSTAND/KNOW!! And unless you got something nice to say about lil Miss Chloe... HUSH YO MOUTH! PERIOD. If you'd like to support my hustles follow the links below: Etsy Poshmark Follow me on social media Instagram: @blasian.ro Tiktok: @mystiquevsskeleton Check out my online store Cognitive Expression ! If you would like to support my athlete endeavors visit my website Downwithdm.com or check out my Patreon --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

The struggle is REAL but so is the GRIND! There are no handouts for this little Blasian -no ma'am! Supporting oneself and her dreams takes prayer and creativity. This episode I'll dive into my side hustles, the programs I'm currently using and the embarrassing truths about my success with them (if at all). I can honestly say this has been anything but a cake walk but this'll all be in a book some day. If you'd like to support my hustles follow the links below: Etsy Poshmark Follow me on social media Instagram: @blasian.ro Tiktok: @mystiquevsskeleton Check out my online store Cognitive Expression ! If you would like to support my athlete endeavors visit my website Downwithdm.com AD Complete your day with a Lenny & Larry's complete protein cookie. Use my link to place an order https://www.lennylarry.com/a/154332 *Save 20% off your first order with code [ BA154332 ] --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

Where are my manners?! I've gone 100mph about my life-goals and ambitions, but haven't given my new followers a chance to get to know me. This episode is will highlight who I am, and where I come from, so I won't be a stranger anymore! Please reach out and leave messages with questions and prompts-what would you like to know or discuss! Follow me on social media Instagram: @blasian.ro Tiktok: @mystiquevsskeleton Check out my online store Cognitive Expression ! If you would like to support my athlete endeavors visit my website Downwithdm.com AD Complete your day with a Lenny & Larry's complete protein cookie. Use my link to place an order https://www.lennylarry.com/a/154332 *Save 20% off your first order with code [ BA154332 ] --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

Dan and Mystique reflect on the chaotic shifts and changes of 2019. Moving up and down the east coast, to traveling to train and compete from the midwest to Europe. Addressing the importance of knowing one's self, mental health and prioritizing one's goals. 2019 was the groundwork for the greatness that will happen in 2020! AD Complete your day with a Lenny & Larry's complete protein cookie. Use my link to place an order https://www.lennylarry.com/a/154332 *Save 20% off your first order with code [ BA154332 ] --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

This episode we discussed how Christmas has evolved into a commercialized race. Consumers mad rushing stores post Christmas to get ahead for the next year. We also cover how Christmas has shaped us from our youth to the people we are today. We reflect on how age has changed the lens in which we view Christmas and the spirit of giving. AD Complete your day with a Lenny & Larry's complete protein cookie. Use my link to place an order https://www.lennylarry.com/a/154332 *Save 20% off your first order with code [ BA154332 ] --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support

Just announcing our existence! Please join us on Wednesdays to get the scoop on our journey through skeleton and other shenanigans. Feel free to message us via Instagram dm or leave us a message here! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversetherapy/support