The Mind Grind Podcast

Hi Mind Grind Fam! Welcome back to Part 2 of What We've Learned as Therapists! These personal episodes have been fun for us to record and hopefully, fun to listen to. To get the fully feel of this episode, be sure to listen to Part 1. You can listen to this episode for learning purposes or strictly entertainment. There is something we can all gain from learning about the professional ethics in a job that's all about relationships and the hard stuff. We come back to Part 2 with where we left off, looking at codependency, what we've learned from our clients, how we "turn it off" and how we handle our own biases that show up in this work. We get vulnerable in a way that is difficult and uncomfortable at times, but important for speaking to the truth of what it is like to be in this industry. Find the time, come and unwind, to the Mind Grind! - Beth and Dana

Hi Mind Grind Fam! Want to see inside the mind of a therapist? Well in this episode, you get to do that more than ever before. We share questions that have been asked to us as therapists regarding what it's like to be a therapist and what we've learned as therapists. We broke the questions down into early career, later in our career and, as we recorded this episode (and realized how long this was getting) broke it down into a Part 1 and Part 2... so you'll have to come back for our next podcast release for more information on this. This episode is great for future therapists, for people who want more insight about what it's like to be a therapist, providers who might be feeling a bit burnt out and need a re-juice on why we do what we do, and for anyone curious about "the mind of a therapist." We hope you enjoy this podcast and if you have any questions/comments please feel free to write us or reach out at themindgrindpodcast@gmail.com or our instagram at @themindgrindpodcast. Don't forget to come back for part 2!!!! Find the time, come and unwind, to the Mind Grind! - Beth and Dana

Hi Mind Grind Fam! Dana and I had the pleasure of interviewing the owners and originators of Self Care is for Everyone, a company that sells extremely comfy, cute, impactful, and aesthetically pleasing sweaters (and shirts) with empowering mental health content with sayings like "don't quit, rest" or "your feelings deserve to take up space." They also work behind the scenes to do as much as they can for the mental health cause. They "donate 10% of our annual year-end net profits to support nonprofits & organizations that work to help stop suicide," provide mental health resources and collaborate with mental health organizations. They have a mission to "normalize conversations around mental health and to provide gentle reminders to our community of their inherent self-worth, by emphasizing the importance of self-care." In this podcast, we interview Sasha and AJ, the creators of this company who started this business in 2018. They talk to us about who they are, what inspired this kind of work, share about their own mental health journeys, and what it's like to run this kind of business as partners and husband and wife. They are a sweetheart couple with a beautiful story and vision for how they can help de-stigmatize mental health. Take a listen and share with others!!!! Check out their merchandise and information/resources at https://selfcareisforeveryone.com/ and IG @selfcareisforeveryone Find the time, come and unwind, to the Mind Grind! - Dana and Beth

Hi Mind Grind Fam! ****Trigger warning!!! ⚠️ - This episode contains content of a more sensitive nature related to trauma and birth trauma.**** On today's episode we interview Heidi Lengel, MMT, MT-BC, PMH-C, CD(SBD), CCTP-II, EMDR-I (she/her) and talk about how challenging it can be to navigate maternity mental health pre and post partum, and how working with a therapist, doula, or other mental health support can be incredibly instrumental for those on this journey of reproduction. Heidi shares her immense knowledge related to the impact of pregnancy on the birthing partner and supportive partner, the role that trauma and hormones play on this process, and how a family can work at preparing for parenthood without repeating history. This episode can be helpful to those currently pregnant, preparing for pregnancy/family planning, needing to feel less alone on the journey of reproduction ups and downs, and for those who want to better understand the role that pregnancy has on mental health (and why professionals like Heidi are so important and needed in this field). Find the time, come and unwind, to The Mind Grind. - Beth and Dana More about Heidi: Heidi has been a therapist for almost 20 years, and has a dual Master's degree in Music Therapy & Professional Counseling. She maintains certifications as a perinatal mental health counselor, a complex trauma practitioner, and birth and bereavement doula. Heidi incorporates a wide variety of trauma recovery support techniques such as EMDR, somatic psychotherapy, and holistic nutrition for mental health and trauma recovery. Heidi has attended over 60 births and has offered childbirth education and perinatal loss trainings to hundreds of families and healthcare professionals around the world. She is the founder of The Music Therapy Alliance for Reproductive Wellness, a training organization that offers trauma informed, anti-oppressive trainings to therapists who specialize in reproductive mental health & trauma recovery. Heidi deeply believes in the brain and body's inherent regenerative ability to recover from stress and trauma and is passionate about offering healing to families experiencing reproductive challenges. Resources (provided by Heidi): Reproductive Health Online Resources  Postpartum Support International (English & Spanish support for parents; training for professionals, hotlines)  Maternal Mental Health Now (Support for parents; training for professionals)  https://www.mommasvoices.org/ (Fighting reproductive systemic inequity)  https://www.sistersong.net/ (reproductive justice)  https://www.nowilaymedowntosleep.org/ (Stillbirth Resources)  https://www.todayisagoodday.org/ (NICU resources) Reproductive Mental Health Books Infertility  The Trying Game  Fighting Infertility  Unsung Lullabies: Understanding and Coping with Infertility  How to Make Love to a Plastic Cup  Queer Conception: The Complete Fertility Guide for Queer and Trans Parents-to-Be  Baby Making for Everybody: Fertility and Family Building for LGBTQ+ and Solo Parents Pregnancy/Infant Loss  I Had a Miscarriage  Whole: Navigating the Trauma of Pregnancy Loss  Unexpecting: Real Talk on Pregnancy Loss  The Baby Loss Guide  From Father to Father: Letters From Loss Dad to Loss Dad  Healing Your Grieving Heart After Stillbirth: 100 Practical Ideas for Parents and Families  Stillbirth, Yet Still Born Motherhood  Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts  This Isn't What I Expected  Mindful Motherhood: Practical Tools for Staying Sane During Pregnancy and Your Child's First Year  Awake at 3 a.m.: Yoga Therapy for Anxiety and Depression in Pregnancy and Early Motherhood  Nurture: A Modern Guide to Pregnancy, Birth, Early Motherhood and Trusting Yourself and Your Body  The Recovery Mama Guide to Your Eating Disorder Recovery in Pregnancy and Postpartum

Hello Mind Grind Fam! Dana and I try to make a point, as therapists, to talk about things that we feel the general public could benefit from understanding, especially those who may not be able to afford or prioritize therapy right now. Even our clients who are in therapy can benefit from today's controversial episode on a very commonly used substance: Cannabis. We hope that this is educational and insightful, as we recognize most people personally use or are associated with people who use weed for recreational or medicinal purposes. Over the years that Dana and I have worked as therapists and in addiction recovery, we have watched Cannabis go from being seen as a stigmatized drug that only certain people do or hide, to a more commonly used substance with state law changes and advancements in medical marijuana. While there are good things that have come from the availability and decriminalization of cannabis, we also want to acknowledge that there isn't much conversation happening right now about an educated use of Cannabis. With more heightened and visible use has come more support around the benefits of Cannabis and less openness to talking about the risk factors; as often can happen with policy changes, the pendulum has swung from "all bad to all good." In today's episode, we are hoping to tackle this directly and educate. As therapists, we see the policy changes on the ground level. We have witnessed our clients, family members, and friends' change in attitude towards Cannabis and hope to incite curiosity about our relationship with Cannabis. Our intention isn't to act as medical personnel or further enforce a black and white belief(s) about Cannabis, as we also acknowledge the benefits. We are merely hoping to create open and non-judgmental discourse about use and to help invite self-inquiry about our beliefs and behaviors. We hope this episode opens up dialogue and conversation. Feel free to reach out to us, share your insights or opinions. And as always... Find the time, come and unwind, to the Mind Grind! - Beth and Dana

Hey Mind Grind Fam! On this episode, we interview Mitch Motivates, a recovery coach and natural born motivator who works in New York City and uses his social media platform to share Tips and Self Care videos for viewers and those struggling with addiction. Mitch is also the Chief Operations Officer and Chief Motivator at Neinstein Plastic Surgery. He has been in recovery since 2006, when he was only 19 years old. He has been in the New York Times, New York Post, and countless podcasts. In his personal life he is a marathon runner and fitness fanatic. He mostly spends his free time with family and with his six year old goldendoodle Mazel. You can find him at @Mitchmotivates on Instagram and Mitchmotivates.com. In this episode, Mitch shares his recovery story and what lifestyle habits, communities, and mindsets have helped him to maintain his recovery and live his life confidently as a sober person. We can all learn something from Mitch with his discipline and how he has shown up in his life with making simple, yet dynamic decisions to put himself around uplifting people, places and things. He is a great example of what happens when someone is "doing their work" and allows their life to change and blossom over time. We hope that this episode can help those in early recovery, those with loved ones who want to understand the work that goes into recovery, and those who need some general motivation to build your life into something you can feel proud of! Find the time, come and unwind, to the Mind Grind! Dana and Beth

Hi Mind Grind Fam!  In this episode, Dana and Beth spice it up a bit by interviewing a contestant from Survivor who made an impact as a genuine person taking a stand, especially after controversial episodes on Season 39. In 2019, Janet Carbin, an almost 60-something year old woman from New Jersey, went onto the physically and socially competitive show Survivor for her chance at winning money for her family. What she didn't expect was being put in a situation where others would confide in her about concerns of sexual harassment on the show, and all the ramifications of her following the moral decision to protect these girls. She experienced excommunication from the rest of the group for trying to take a stand for something that she believed in and assertively addressed others who were making a story against her for their gain.  This is an episode full of hot tea about what it's like to be on the show, the behind the scene footage you wouldn't get from being a viewer, and the very special role therapy has played in Janet's life. We speak on the mental toll going on a show like Survivor has on one's life, the impact sexual assault and harassment has on a person, her personal desire to advocate for those who have lost their voice, and the value of listening to one's gut. Whether you're a Survivor fan or not, you're sure to be a Janet fan. We highly recommend hearing her seeds of wisdom earned through years of growing as a person in and outside the therapy room.  For more Janet content (as she is a total badass) find her on instagram @Janetfromsurvivor39 and you can see the advocacy work and all around beautiful lifestyle that she has cultivated for herself.  Find the time, come and unwind, to the Mind Grind! - Dana and Beth

Hi Mind Grind Fam, Dana and I cover Letting Go - the other side to Grief and Loss in this episode. We discuss how Letting Go is a necessary part of life, where it will show up in life, and the 6 questions you can ask yourself to help you with letting something go. We look at how avoidance can be a tempting version of letting go, and how to not get sucked into that. We also explore the benefits and acceptance that comes when we do this letting go business gracefully. For this episode, you might find it helpful to grab a journal and consider what areas of your life are coming up when you listen to this topic. You can go back and journal on the 6 questions that we offer to help you gain insight, and hopefully, make it clear if you're ready to let something go or if there is more work you can do first. We hope you enjoy this episode, - Beth and Dana

Hi Mind Grind Fam, It's no secret that the holidays can be hard, especially for those with loss...Maybe you've been wondering why it seems that losses are so common during this time of year, and you are actually are on to something. We unravel the mystery behind this in our next episode and do a general cover of Grief & Loss. We break down what grief is, the stages, the different types of grief, and how you might prepare for your grief and loss needs during the holiday season. There is so much to cover on a topic like this, so prepare for more on grief topics in the future and think of this as more of a general overview. We really just want you to know that grief is normal, you are not alone, and help validate whatever losses might be a part of your experience right now. Find the time, come unwind, to the Mind Grind! Sending peace and love to you all during this holiday season, Beth & Dana

Hello Mind Grind Fam! Dana and I are so pleased to release this podcast, as this is something that we have both become so passionate about. EMDR therapy is a modality that has changed our lives both personally and professionally, and we now get to share this with clients and with you. EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, which sounds like a mouthful, but is a well researched and evidenced based trauma therapy. There are variant versions of it, but essentially this is a therapy that feels experiential and collaborative involving bilateral stimulation (sensation going across the body back and forth either through eyes, sound, tapping etc...) while talking through painful memories and/or experiences. This therapy has been around since the late 80's and has changed the game, giving hope to those with trauma from combat veterans to sexual assault victims, panic disorder and those processing major grief to name a few of the many symptoms it works for. In today's episode, we cover what EMDR is, how it works, who it's for, the misconceptions, and what to know if you plan to seek it out. This really is an EMDR 101 class. As therapists trained in EMDR, this method has given us such an opportunity to see things shift in people's lives beyond what talk therapy and other process therapies have been able to do. We really believe in its efficacy - which you'll hear in our passion on this episode - and hope that you can enjoy learning more about it and consider if you or a loved one would benefit from it. For more questions, do not hesitant to reach out to us at our IG @themindgrindpodcast or our email themindgrindpocast@gmail.com. Find the time, come and unwind, to the Mind Grind! - Beth and Dana

Hi Mind Grind Fam! In keeping with the Addiction Series, we have an episode for you that is all about how to spot addiction. Whether this be for yourself, or for others, we hope that this episode will help loved ones of someone who seems to be struggling with substance abuse and/or addiction. It can be overwhelming to understand others behavior with alcohol and substances, and we want to be a resource for you along the way. You will be asked to consider what you're witnessing, what your relationship is to this person, how to identify addictive partners and behaviors, and how to start addressing this in your relationship. We cover ways to start a conversation about this and ways for you to check in with yourself, as ultimately that is what you do have control of. If for any reason you need help or resources along the way, please feel free to reach out at our IG @themindgrindpodcast or our email themindgrindpodcast@gmail.com. Find the time, come and unwind, to The Mind Grind! - Dana and Beth

Hello Mind Grind Fam, We're going back to our Addiction Series, and this time we're interviewing an expert in the world of Addiction Treatment. If you or a loved one has suffered with addiction or needing extra support than a weekly therapy session, you'll remember the struggles of figuring out how to get help. It can be very overwhelming to not know where to turn, who to call, what the levels of care mean, and what modalities are best etc... And even if you've never been through this before, most of us will know or care about someone with addiction issues in our lifetime. This makes knowing someone like Randy Trauger, Business Development Director at Brookdale Premier Addiction Recovery, so important. He is one of those people who makes navigating the process so much smoother and adds that personal touch through his empathy, care, and authenticity. He has been in the field of addiction for decades following his own personal recovery and has helped hundreds of families and persons struggling with addiction. We brought him in to share his knowledge, experience, and even his own personal cellphone as a resource - 215-527-8976 should you or anyone ever need it. We hope you enjoy this interview episode and feel free to contact us for further help or resources, or to tell us how this episode has impacted you at our email themindgrindpodcast@gmail.com or our IG account @themindgrindpodcast! Find the time, come and unwind, to The Mind Grind! - Beth and Dana

Hi Mind Grind Fam, Like most of us, you probably want relationships that feel strong and stable. You may place a high priority on love in relationships, and may lose sight of what this word "love" actually means in action. It's easy to do many things out of love or desire for close connections (or even the fear of losing others), but this can often be at a cost to yourself. We see this loss of self often in relationships that are unhealthy, where this is addiction, mental health issues, abuse, etc... This is at the core of our episode about codependency. You've likely heard the word "codependency," but may be unsure of what it looks this looks like or how to have a relationship without it. In this episode, we begin to explain what it is and how to start moving away from codependent habits towards healthier relationship dynamics. This is a really helpful episode for all kinds of relationships: familial, romantic, friendship, etc.. and can be a great guide for anyone who wants to know what to look out for and how to live happier in their connections. We hope you enjoy it! Find the time, come and unwind to The Mind Grind Podcast! - Beth and Dana

Hey Mind Grind Fam! As the world has changed with technology and more mental health awareness, we're all getting more information about mental health terms than ever before. This is great...AND it means we all know the catch phrases like "self-care", but do we really understand them in an integrated way in our lives? We have intellectualized wellness, but are we embodying it? For example: are you saying you self-care because it's common lingo or have you been able to give yourself meaningful self-care (see our self-care episode for tips)? Do you tend to talk about your life experiences like you are always fine? Even after a hard moment? Do you tend to over-explain things rather than slow down and feel your feelings? Are you quick to use big psychological terms when talking about yourself or your life? Is it difficult for you to be vulnerable? Are you present with yourself as you speak?... If these questions are feeling at all relatable, this is the podcast for you. In this episode we explain what Intellectualization and Embodiment are and why it is beneficial to moving beyond Intellectualizing into Embodiment. It is not the easiest shift, but there are many gains for this transition: one of them being moving out of your head and into your body; your home for your life. Find the time, come and unwind to The Mind Grind! - Dana and Beth

Hello New and Returning Mind Grind Podcast Listeners! Addiction is a very broad and oftentimes a heavier topic to speak of. Most of us know someone with addiction or we personally can relate to it and it requires more coverage than just a single episode. Addiction spans from types of addictions, role of trauma, family involvement, treatment, philosophies with treating addiction, medical interventions, etc... to name a few. We knew we wanted to start an Addiction Series for some time now and thought we'd start with more of an overview of Addiction in this first episode titled "Addiction 101."   This episode covers what Addiction is, how it presents, and details as to why it is one of the more challenging mental health and medical diseases that exist to treat and to understand. Later we hope to interview others in different aspects of the industry as well as those who can speak personally to their experiences with addiction. Pay attention for Addiction: ____ for topics related to this series in the future.  Dana and I both have spent much of our career working with and dedicated to Addiction related issues having both worked in outpatient treatment facilities  with substance addiction populations. It has been both rewarding and challenging, which we begin to cover here. It took us time to fully understand the vastness of it and what healthy healing looks like. We, much like society, are still developing our understanding as we learn more about the addicted brain and what is most helpful from evidenced based research. We hope to increase understanding and empathy of Addiction through these episodes, whether you are just hear to learn, have struggled and/or are currently struggling with addictive behaviors, or are thinking of a loved one.  Feel free to reach out and connect with us on our Instagram @themindgrindpodcast or email us at themindgrindpodcast@gmail.com for more resources or information.  Find the time, come and unwind, to the Mind Grind Podcast,  - Beth and Dana

Hi Mind Grind Podcast Fam! It's a new year, and for many of us, it hasn't truly felt like a "new year." We're still in a pandemic with so much uncertainty, and the toll of it all is showing. We are seeing that less people are planning their resolutions as their playing it safe and waiting to see how life plays out. It's ok to be cautious, and our fears are valid, even when they seem irrational. Many of us have adopted fears passed down to us, modeled to us, or brought into our lives through traumas big and small. It can become easy to do the "path of least resistance" and stay "small" as we talk about in this podcast. However, life is happening here/now and we all can benefit in learning ways to show up and live beyond the comfort we have created. As Dana says, "Your comfort is nice place to be, but nothing ever grows there."  Join us as we talk about how we get stuck and how to get unstuck in "Facing Discomfort." Find the time, come and unwind, to the Mind Grind! Dana & Beth  

As we settle into the end of 2021, we turn to the simple topic of gratitude before closing the year. As therapists, we see directly how much people struggle during this time with the holidays each year. It's an emotionally charged time with lots of stimuli and distractions, losses, cold days, dark days, and now we can include the continuing variations of Covid-19. It's really easy to lose sight of taking care of ourselves and our mental health. Traditions like Thanksgiving remind us to take a moment and allow for gratitude. We all seem to get that there are more benefits to feeling gratitude in our lives, but for most of us, practicing it daily is more difficult. In this podcast, we explore the value of gratitude on our mental health, how you can practice this realistically in your life, and how to do this when you are having a hard time during this or any other time of year. Find the time, come and unwind to The Mind Grind! - Dana and Beth

Hi Mind Grind Podcast Family! Here's a topic that is not only really important from a mental health standpoint, but we also think you'll enjoy it! We talk about the differences between Confidence and Cockiness, and how to spot them - both in yourself and in others. These can seem to resemble each other, especially in a Capitalistic society that often asks for presentation over authenticity. There are ways to learn how to stand more in yourself from a confident place where you're allowed to take up space - and it isn't cocky. We also consider how to respond to cocky behavior in general with a different approach, knowing that we don't need to judge these defense mechanisms, but be mindful of these.  Find the time, come and unwind to The Mind Grind! Beth & Dana

Hello Mind Grind Podcast Fam! As we come to a close of a more social summer, Dana and Beth have learned a few things about our mental health social needs and the balance with paying attention to the pandemic. There's a reality that we all need breaks, whether short breaks from our computers, a long weekend, or maybe a change of scenery over an extended period of time. There's also the planned breaks: the weddings, birthdays, girls/guys trips, family traditions, etc... that take us away. With all of this being the case, we thought it was time to talk about traveling as a mental health function and how to do this a bit more mindfully. In this episode, prepare to learn more about how two therapists think about travel and how to consider different kinds of travel benefits, what kind of traveler you are, and how to get your needs met while taking time away. Find the time, come and unwind, to the Mind Grind! Beth & Dana

The summer has filled up the social calendars, and Dana and Beth are no exception. But they're back with a new episode, bringing you one of the most vulnerable personal episodes yet... talking about Beth's Brain Spect Results.  Back in the spring Beth had the opportunity to get a Brain Spect Screening done by Amen Clinics in New York where she was able to see inside her brain and learn about tendencies towards mental health symptoms and challenges. Dana interviews Beth, asking about the process, the why, the benefits to this type of information, and some off the cuff questions about what this felt like.  Tune in to this episode to hear all about this new science that's out there, how this can be an additive to treating Mental Health and see inside - literally - the mind of therapist.  Go to our instagram: @themindgrindpodcast for views of the images and/or Amen clinics https://www.amenclinics.com/gallery/ for more images of brain scan examples. For more questions, connect with us directly at our instragram or email: themindgrindpocast@gmail.com  Find the time, come and unwind, to the MindGrind! Dana and Beth

.The Mind Grind Podcast takes Mindfulness practices a step further with this episode on self-care and self-compassion. These two coping skills are related and work well together, especially with mindfulness, however they are not the same thing. One is about wants and the other has more to do with needs. One is about thinking, the other is more about doing. Curious for more? Listen in... Find the time, come and unwind, to the Mind Grind! Beth & Dana

The Mind Grind Podcast takes you into a psycho-educational experience, understanding what Mindfulness is, Meditation, the benefits, our resistance to it, and what happens when people take on a Mindfulness practice. Dana and Beth both share their stories of how it helped with mind/body connection, depersonalized the stories of the mind, and connected them to compassion. They both now offer Mindfulness practices in their therapy techniques with clients. Hopefully this episode answers any questions you might have about what Mindfulness is and how it can change your life (cause it absolutely can)! Some resources we mention in this episode: Apps - Insight Timer, Headspace and Calm. Books - The Untethered Soul, Buddha's Brain, and The Power of Now. Speakers Tara Brach and Sarah Blondin. Find the time, come and unwind, to The Mind Grind! - Beth and Dana

Hello listeners! We have been on a short hiatus while we balance our own time off. However, we planned ahead with a little reminder of what is mindfulness in preparation for our next episode. In this short clip, you'll be taken into an experiential mindfulness moment. Find the time, come and unwind, to the Mind Grind! Beth & Dana

In the Part 1 of this series, we gave you the basics of what therapy is and who it's for. Now we're taking you a bit more into the specializations that are out there, how to find a therapist, how to check-in that the therapist is working for you and that you're getting what you need out of therapy. Again, we dedicate this episode to those who have opened themselves up to self-growth, going to therapy and paving the way for so many more others to find themselves as well.  Find the time, come and unwind, to the Mind Grind!

The Mind Grind Podcast welcomes you to a two part series on the basics of Therapy. You can expect to hear Dana and Beth talk about what therapy is, a short history on it for our history lovers, who it's for, and personal endorsements for going. This episode could also be called #shoutouttomytherapist as both Dana and Beth encourage therapy to be accessible to as many people as possible. Find the time, come and unwind, to the Mind Grind!

This part 2 episode on phone and technology is an interview with Molly Weinberg, a social media influencer who is willing to spill the tea about her industry and also talk about the darker and brighter sides to what she does. We will ask her difficult questions about keyboard warriors, cancel culture and the general toll a job based in social media and being on ones phone has on her Mental Health.   Molly is a Philadelphia based lifestyle blogger sharing her passion for attainable wellness, exciting travel, and the most delicious recipes with the world. Her goal is to inspire others to be the best versions of themselves, extend beyond their comfort zone, and try a new food or cuisine.  Molly grew up in Allentown, PA then moved to Philly for college at Temple University where she studied strategic communication and soon after launched her small business of not only blogging, but social media management. She got married to her college sweetheart in May 2020 (yep, a small 10-person Covid wedding!). She and her husband, Daniel, spend most of their time in their brand new home where they're either cooking or planning their next trip. You can be part of Molly's everyday life by watching her IG stories at @mollyweinberg. Find the time, come and unwind, to the Mind Grind!

The Mind Grind Podcast is starting another part two series, this time focused on Phone and Social Media in relation to mental health. We cover the addictive tendencies most, if not all of us, have with our phones and the issues we're seeing with it in people's lives. And, yes, we even speak a bit from our own experience. In the part two of this series we have a special guest coming on, offering a different perspective and answering mental health related questions with a job that requires some dependency on ones phone. We hope that you can enjoy this topic and find something here that is "just what you needed!" Find the time, come and unwind, to the Mind Grind! -Beth and Dana

Many of us have become acquainted with podcasts over the last few years and by now, even have a few of our favorites. In this short little "how to," Dana and Beth address how best to get the most out of a Podcast. This was inspired by people in our lives (maybe even some family members...) who may not know what a podcast is and want to become more acquainted! Tips on Blast will be a new way that The Mind Grind Podcast shares with it's listeners. These will be short "how to" segments that are educational, informative, experiential, etc... and maybe we'll even offer some therapy homework to help all of us "do our work!" Enjoy!

In this weeks episode, therapists Dana and Beth continue the conversations around living through Covid-19. They explore what seemed to help others, the growth they and all of us continue to experience during this time, the fears for the future, and ways to manage these fears as we all navigate "The Collective Trauma." The episode ends with some reminders of how to keep yourself in check as we continue to adapt to "our new normal." Find the time, come and unwind to The Mind Grind!

In this part 1 of a 2 part episode on The Mind Grind Podcast, Dana and Beth take us back to March 13, 2020 when Covid-19 was declared a National Emergency. Covid-19 changed all our lives and we go back to the beginning of that journey, the fear, the themes in therapy, and even let you in to how it was for us on a personal level. The part 2 episode will get more into the resiliency we saw, the growth, fears of what's to come and how to keep getting through this.

Learn more about Dana and Beth, the creators behind The Mind Grind Podcast. We are two therapists letting you in behind the scenes of what it's like to be a current day therapist. In this episode, we talk about who we are, how we got here, and give examples of what topics you can expect to hear in future episodes. Find the time, come and unwind to The Mind Grind!!!!!!