The Yomassage Podcast

Shownotes:Dori has been working in the field of health and wellness since 1997. She's a bit of a wellness ‘Jill-of-all-Trades.' Being of service to people and empowering them on their wellness journey is truly her passion and gives her life purpose. For the past two decades, Dori developed her career as a massage therapist and her knowledge and passion for holistic health blossomed. As a life-long learner, her education went on to include Nutrition Education, Food Psychology Coaching, Yoga Teacher Training, Yoga Therapy and Yomassage.Dori is also certified as both a Trauma Informed Yoga Teacher and Trauma- Informed Yomassage instructor. In 2008, Dori launched Healing Thru Food to create a safe space that encourages healthy, lasting change. Through this program, Dori is committed to helping you create an eating lifestyle that works for YOU and your personal needs. In 2020, Dori combined her passions of food and wellness with her vast knowledge in body therapy and launched Dori Lancaster: Empowered Wellness. Clients can now create customized programs that encourage a holistic sense of well-being.Key takeaways to tune in for

Shownotes:[1:30] Is anger a bad emotion?[3:20] Repressing anger[4:45] What does being angry mean?[6:34] Letting anger out[8:10] Positive sides of anger release[10:55] How anger can be productive[13:15] Anger management as therapy[15:35] Being angry when situations are out of control[17:43] How can you process anger?Thanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageResources:https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/anger-how-it-affects-people https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2019/may/12/science-of-anger-gender-age-personality 

Guest: Athena Phillips, LCSWAthena's career in behavioral health began in 1995, where she began working with developmentally disabled children and adults. Working with this population prompted her to pursue her Bachelors degree in Social Work, which was completed at Pacific University. She graduated Magna Cum Laude and was Social Work Student of the Year in 2000. During my internship at the She later completed her Masters in Social Work from Portland State University where she was the recipient of the Laurels Scholarship and graduated Magna Cum Laude. Athena is currently enrolled in a doctoral program in pursuit of Doctorate in Psychology.She has since served in various capacities with an increased specialization in working with trauma. In 2012, she founded Integrative Trauma Treatment Center (ITTC), the foundation of which was to approach work with people from the assumption of capacity, inherent goodness and strength. ITTC offers high quality, integrative and progressive care to survivors of trauma and is housed in Portland, OR.Shownotes: [1:30] Who is Athena Phillips?[3:30] What is the Integrative Trauma Treatment Center?[5:20] What is an integrative approach to care and how did COVID 19 affect the services?[7:15] Treatment plans with ITTC[9:01] Integrative approaches, accessibility and bodywork approach[13:55] Benefits and improvements from bodywork therapies[16:12] How to know if clients are ready for a touch massage modality[18:15] Is it difficult to find Integrative Clinics?[20:44] How to find trauma informed practicesThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassage

Shownotes:[1:30] How often do we cry?[3:05] Different types of crying[5:40] Crying and its physical effects [8:35] Crying and social connectedness[11:25] When should you seek help?[13:15] Why do we need to cry?[15:10] Is crying a sign of weakness?[17:05] How to help your emotionsThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassage

Shownotes:[1:24] What stress does to our body?[3:15] Stress and the digestive system[5:05] Different stress indicators[7:40] How can stress impact your body and behaviour?[11:12] How do we manage our stress?[14:15] How stress affects us[15:35] Self-care and crying[18:55] Yomassage starts a Portland take-over this summer!Thanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassage

Alison is a licensed clinical social worker, 500 hour yoga teacher in the Kripalu yoga lineage and Reiki master. She's a part of  "My LA Therapy," a prominent group private practice in Los Angeles and currently resides in Ithaca, NY in the heart of the finger lakes. Alison is passionate about working with individuals impacted by anxiety and trauma and incorporating mindfulness-based modalities and self-compassion into the work she does. She is a long-time meditator, yoga practitioner, spiritual seeker, and nature lover, and has witnessed the profound impacts of mindfulness in her personal life and the lives of those she works with. You can learn more about Alison here: www.radiantcompassion.com or mylatherapy.com/alison-christiansenShownotes:[1:30] Introducing Alison Christiansen[4:44] The journey to mindfulness-based modalities and self-compassion work [7:32] The impact of meditation and yoga on our health[10:05] How to overcome trauma and anxiety? [11:25] Why is self-compassion so powerful?[14:00] Mind - body treatments and their impact on clients[15:40] Why should therapists practice mindfulness[17:28] COVID 19 & symptoms of anxiety and trauma[19:12] Signs to look for if experiencing trauma[21:12] Self-care routines to check in with yourself[24:15] The importance of retreats and trainings  [28:40] What is a loving-kindness meditationThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageResource links: http://mylatherapy.com/alison-christiansenhttp://www.radiantcompassion.com/ 

Shownotes:[1:32] How to deliver massage to autistic children?[3:45] Effective and Discriminative touch[5:50] Babies and the importance of touch[7:52] What is QST massage?[10:02] Common touch details among autism[13:05] Communication skills around touch[14:45] Studies about touch and autism[16:15] Other ways to activate social connectedness[18:15] The importance of social bonding and touch in childhoodThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we cited in this episode:https://www.spectrumnews.org/features/deep-dive/social-touch-shapes-autism-traits/ https://www.amtamassage.org/publications/massage-therapy-journal/massage-and-autism/ https://www.massagemag.com/massage-benefits-autistic-children-for-a-lifetime-84033-84033/ https://sensorycenter.nl/qst-massage.html https://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/flash/2016/research-into-our-sense-of-touch-leads-to-new-treatments-for-autism/ 

Shownotes:[2:05] What do you know about sound healing?[4:05] Have you tried sound healing?[6:35] The science behind the different sound waves[10:32] Are there benefits from sound healing?[13:25] Different frequencies[16:35] Types of different sound healings[18:27] Do you know any sound healers?Thanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we cited in this episode:https://www.relaxmelodies.com/blog/science-behind-solfeggio-frequencies/ https://www.researchgate.net/publication/333852911_Research_topic_Sound_Healing_using_Solfeggio_Frequencies https://www.nytimes.com/2005/11/24/fashion/thursdaystyles/whats-the-buzz-sound-therapy.html 

Shownotes:Susan Salvo is a board-certified massage therapist with over 35 years of experience. She teaches at the Louisiana Institute of Massage Therapy and presents at conventions across the country. Susan has written two widely used textbooks, Massage Therapy Principles and Practice and Mosby's Pathology for Massage Professionals. Susan is a member of the Massage Therapy Foundation case report committee and was on the task force for the Massage Therapy Body of Knowledge project. [2:01] Meet Susan Salvo[5:25] What is geriatric massage?[7:55] Why is touch and massage important for the older population?[12:07] Yoga and Massage[17:16] Considerations for providing massage[19:45] What is the best way to provide safe touch to the elderly?[22:05] Massage and social connectedness for the geriatric population[26:05] How to find a massage therapist for our senior loved ones?[29:55] Geriatric massage essentialsThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we cited in this episode:https://massagepassport.wordpress.com/about/ 

Shownotes:[1:50] Salt water and sea salt benefits[3:50] Breathing salty air[6:20] Regular salt or sea salt?[8:02] Salt effect on skin conditions[10:07] Salt and the respiratory system[11:35] Himalayan salt lamps[15:52] Does salt therapy have any risks?[17:35] Salt caves and halo therapyThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we cited in this episode:https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323527#supposed-health-benefits-and-evidence https://theconversation.com/health-check-why-swimming-in-the-sea-is-good-for-you-68583 https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/sea-salt-benefits#sea-salt-vs-table-salt 

Shownotes:[2:02] Why it's important to have a healthy microbiome[6:02] Are probiotics good for your gut?[8:02] Connection between touch and gut health[10:07] Stress levels and the gut[13:02] Healthy diets and food intake[15:48] How important is it what you put on your skin?[18:15] The importance of reputable resources Thanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://www.nutraingredients.com/Article/2017/12/08/The-shared-microbiome-Touch-and-signs-of-affection-linked-to-nourished-gut-ecosystem#https://www.ox.ac.uk/news/2017-12-05-physical-contact-may-be-good-your-health-according-new-researchhttps://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2016/01/social-networks-but-for-microbes/424317/ 

Shownotes:[1:31] When did you start cooking?[3:42] How cooking impacts mental health[6:08] Cooking for self-care and mindfulness[9:29] Cooking for mental health[11:35] Have you heard of behavioural activation?[13:50] Cooking and shopping[15:45] Different ways to cook[19:25] Favorite blogsThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/cot/bjot/2004/00000067/00000003/art00005http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/17439760.2016.1257049https://www.wsj.com/articles/a-road-to-mental-health-through-the-kitchen-1418059204https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/minding-the-body/201505/kitchen-therapy-cooking-mental-well-being 

Shownotes:1:02 Meet Ruth Werner5:08 The book that lives and continues7:05 Massage as self-care and the shift in massage therapy9:51 Is massage safe during Covid 19?13:20 Guidelines and marketing post pandemic15:40 Best Practices for massage therapists20:45 Recommend COVID 19 Policies22:32 Vaccines and symptoms28:20 Massage therapy and its influence on clients post covidRUTH WERNER, BCTMB: Ms. Werner is an educator, writer, and retired massage therapist with a passionate interest in massage therapy research and the role of bodywork for people who live with health challenges. Her groundbreaking textbook, A Massage Therapist's Guide to Pathology was first published in 1998, and is now in its 7th edition, published by Books of Discovery.   Ruth is a columnist for Massage and Bodywork magazine and Massage New Zealand. Her podcast, I Have a Client Who… pathology conversations with Ruth Werner comes out every week under the ABMP podcast umbrella. Ruth serves on several national and international volunteer committees, and teaches continuing education workshops in research and pathology all over the world. You can find her at www.ruthwerner.comThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://www.fsmtb.org/state-updates-on-covid-19/ 

Shownotes:Key takeaways to tune in for

Shownotes:[1:20] What is stress?[3:21] Health conditions due to stress[4:45] Reasons we are stressed[6:45] How Covid has affected stress?[8:32] What causes stress?[9:55] Signs you might be stressed[12:42] The power of social connection[14:20] The effects of social isolation[16:45] Social media and technology[19:50] How important is social media?[22:04] How to monitor your stress levels?[24:15] Favourite ways to manage stress[27:15] Books that help with stressThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://hcatodayblog.com/2019/04/30/stress-the-health-epidemic-of-the-21st-century/ https://www.gallup.com/analytics/241961/gallup-global-emotions-report-2018.aspx 

Shownotes:[1:50] What is a restorative yoga class?[3:25] Yin yoga [5:45] The benefits of a Yomassage session[7:15] The importance of props[8:35] What are the benefits of stretching?[10:20] The power of stretchingThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassage

Shownotes:[1:34] What type of meditation do we practice in Yomassage?[2:10] Different Yomassage meditation themes[3:20] What happens during a Yomassage session?[6:50] How does it feel to experience Yomassage mindfulness practice[9:55] Oceanside MeditationThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassage

Shownotes:[1:22] Why did we create Yomassage?[3:21] The importance of touch[5:55] What should you expect when getting a massage?[7:50] The difference between different types of massage[9:20] Qualifications and standards[12:35] The signature Yomassage[14:55] What is a group session?[16:02] Barefoot Yomassage[18:55] Mindful touch techniques[19:51] Energetic Yomassage[20:55] Table Yomassage[22:51] Why is Yomassage so special?Thanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassage

Shownotes:[1:42] What is grounding and natural electrical charges[2.45] Benefits of grounding and earthing[4:27] What happens when you are connected to the earth?[6:41] Electric currents, Magnetic fields and Us[7:50] Ways to enjoy walking barefoot [9:56]  Have you watched the movie “Pretty Woman”?[11:41] Where can we find ions?[15:09] Some fun ways of grounding[16:28] Taking your shoes off or not?[20:08] Earthing as a mindfulness practiceThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageResource links: https://www.healthline.com/health/groundinghttps://goop.com/wellness/health/earthing-how-walking-barefoot-could-cure-your-insomnia-more/https://www.barefoothealing.com.au/v/what-is-earthing/22

Shownotes:[1:40] Good quotes and bad quotes[2:55] “If there's even a slight chance at getting something that will make you happy - risk it”[3:59] “ What are you more afraid of- changing or staying the same?”[4:38] “ Look closely at the present you are constructing - it should look like the future you are dreaming”[5:15] “ You should choose your thoughts like you choose the clothes you put on in the morning”[7:22] “It's our choice that show who we really are far more than our abilities”[8:04] “What you are not chasing you are choosing”[8:45] “The world is what you make it and it all starts with what you make of yourself”[9:20] “What's for me will be for me effortlessly”[11:29] “There's only going to be one outcome and what could've happened didn't”[12:05] “I would rather look back on life having risked loving people too much than not enough”[12:55] “What's worse than the total agony of being in love”[14:12] “Don't raise your voice, improve your argument”[14:30] “Stop saying I wish - start saying I will”[15:50] “Certain things have to end so better things can begin”[16:31] “Whether you think you can or you can't - you're right”[17:35] Let's normalize asking questions for clarity instead of moving based on the story you've created in your mind”[19:25] Don't make a conclusion and then find the facts to support it, gather the facts and then draw a conclusion”[20:20] “One at a time just let you pile of good things grow”[21:35] “If you don't ask, the answer is always no”Thanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassage

Shownotes:[2:15] Touch around the world[4:10] How long should a hug be?[5:53] When is touch safe?[7:42] Boundaries around touch [10:15] The therapeutic benefits around touch[12:51] The stigma around touch[13:40] What is a massage therapist?[15:21] Desexualizing touch[17:12] Restrictions on touch[19:02] Safe touch[21:05] Touch DeprivationThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://www.psychotherapynetworker.org/magazine/article/2345/the-touch-taboohttps://www.irishtimes.com/news/education/understanding-the-touch-taboo-1.356516https://www.theatlantic.com/international/archive/2015/10/europeans-comfort-touch-social-bonds/412861/https://www.theguardian.com/society/2018/mar/07/crisis-touch-hugging-mental-health-strokes-cuddles

Show Notes:[1:38] Pain and Breath[5:21] What is active coping?[6:21] The power of breath[7:46] Breathing for stress relief[9:29] Practice and techniques[15:03] Fibromyalgia and breath benefits[16:28] Breathwork practice in daily life[18:02] Pain relief through breath[20:38] How often do we use breath?Thanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/relaxation-techniques-breath-control-helps-quell-errant-stress-responsehttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/fitness/advantages-of-deep-breathing-exercises/articleshow/19213960.cms

Show Notes:[1:10] The power of touch[4:25] Why is touch so amazing?[6:04] What is affective touch?[7:45] Best ways to massage[9:20] Skin hunger[11:10] Infants and touch[13:35] Massage and connection[16:32] How often should we receive touch?[18:45] Touch deprivation statistics[20:44 Can pets replace the need for touch?[22:21] How often do you want touch?[23:44] Do you feel untouchable because of not receiving touch?[24:58] How can you receive more touch?Thanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2865952/http://pediatrics.med.miami.edu/touch-research/massage-therapy-abstracts-2016-2019/https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1046/j.1365-2648.1993.18020238.xhttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1353611704000423https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/1533317510386215

Shownotes:[2:05] Gardening as a hobby[4:12] What goes into gardening?[5:14] Taking care of plants[7:41] Can gardening make you more caring?[8:50]  Gardening and social connections[11:55] Practicing mindfulness through gardening[13:50] Is gardening easy?[15:04] The magic of watching plants grow[16:53] Practicing care with plantsThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/think-act-be/201906/10-mental-health-benefits-gardeninghttps://www.thrive.org.uk/how-we-help/what-we-do/why-gardening-is-good-for-our-health/why-gardening-is-good-for-your-mental-wellbeinghttps://www.sciencealert.com/some-doctors-are-prescribing-gardening-rather-than-drugs-for-mental-health

Shownotes:[1:05] Alone or lonely?[3:42] Do you need time by yourself?[5:12] Socialising or staying alone?[6:52] Exploring your own interests and self[8:55] Being comfortable with being alone[9:30] Living with other people and by yourself[11:33] Meeting new people[13:32] Benefits of being alone[15:12] Working with others[17:09] Indicators you need to recharge[20:25] How to intentionally create alone time when you can'tThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/emotional-nourishment/201812/the-benefits-spending-time-alonehttps://www.talkspace.com/blog/benefits-alone-time/https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/time-for-alone-time https://www.lifeworkscc.com/alone-time-can-improve-mood/ 

Shownotes:[2:20] Why people are averse to touch?[4:08] Retraining the brain to receive touch[5:09] How do we define an event as traumatic?[7:50] Can touch help with trauma?[10:53] Mindful touch at home[12:11] Therapeutic touch[13:04] Somatic experiencing[14:15] How can you gradually allow more safe touch?[15:25] Find trauma-informed practitionersThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:Yomassage Trauma-Informed Bodywork Manual

Shownotes:[1:38] The history of the mind-body connection[3:02]The connection between stress and health[5:04] Can emotions affect your body?[6:32] The difference between the mind and the brain[8:03] Cause and effect of emotions[9:32] Checking in with your body[11:24] Repressed emotions[12:50] Neuroplasticity & Epigenetics[14:28] How can you help your body & mind?[17:25] Safe touch & self-massage for relaxationThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:Yomassage Mind-Body Connection Manual

Shownotes:[2:03] Is wine really healthy?[4:02] Wine and sleep[6:04] Alcohol and gut health[7:32] Antioxidants and red wine[8:43] Drinking in moderation [10:22] Is wine bad for you?[12:14] Wine companies and marketing tricks[13:58] Resveratrol[17:29] Kombucha and wine alternatives[19:44] Drinking ritualsThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/07/190729094553.htm https://whitehalllane.com/10-health-benefits-of-drinking-red-wine-that-will-keep-you-healthy/https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/265635#should-i-drink-ithttps://foodandmoodcentre.com.au/2018/06/alcohol-and-mental-health-have-less-to-feel-a-lot-better/

Shownotes:[1:32] Pets as companions[3:34] Different pets and their owners[6:10] Health benefits[8:10] Structure & Routine when having pets[9:25] The link between pets and touch[10:10] Social connection[12:25] Cats and their purring effects[14:05] Animal therapy[16:12] Ways to meet a furry friendThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://www.bryanhealth.com/about-bryan-health/news/2020/the-pet-effect-and-its-impact-on-your-mental-health/https://www.goodnet.org/articles/7-scientifically-proven-health-benefits-being-cat-ownerhttp://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9303905https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/a-to-z/p/pets-and-mental-healthhttps://www.helpguide.org/articles/mental-health/mood-boosting-power-of-dogs.htm

Shownotes:[1:35] Why do we like touch so much?[2:55] Receiving and giving touch[5:02] The stigma around touch[7:02] The importance of massage and touch[8:02] Self-massage[10:20] Touch benefits[12:23] The science behind touch[14:37] Massage and stress reliefThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/integrative-mental-health-care/201810/massage-therapy-anxiety-and-stresshttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5467308/

Episode Show Notes3:05 Why does it feel good to get rid of clutter?4:55 Organization impacts your mood7:20 Does organizing make you healthier?8:50 Organizing and other people13:10 Staying organized improves your social life14:41 Organization and kids16:15 What to keep and what to get rid off19:20 Organizing at home20:50 How do you get rid of stuff?25:30 Learning how to use only the important thingsThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:

Episode Show Notes[1:45] How travel affect us[3:55] Getting out of your comfort zone[5:40] Practicing a foreign language[7:20] Can travel strengthen relationships?[9:30] Planning a vacation boosts your mood[11:50] Travel is a great stress reliever[14:05] Travel can increase your creativity[16:35] Solo trip or a group trip?[17:20] Overcome challenges with travel[21:20] Adventure is always out there[24:15] Travel and food preferences[26:40] Cultures and traditions Thanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://thriveglobal.com/stories/8-reasons-why-travelling-is-good-for-your-mental-health/#:~:text=It%20helps%20to%20rejuvenate%2C%20relax,feel%20more%20calm%20and%20content.https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/happiness-is-state-mind/201811/six-ways-traveling-can-boost-your-mental-healthhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/nomanazish/2018/01/22/five-reasons-why-travel-is-good-for-your-mental-health/#27397b4b5934

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Episode Show Notes Thanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://www.apa.org/monitor/2017/01/ce-corner

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Episode Show NotesIn this episode Katherine and Tiffany explore the power of visualization, especially as it relates to achieving your goals.  Thanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://www.uclahealth.org/marc/mindful-meditationshttps://www.healthline.com/health/visualization-meditationhttps://www.headspace.com/meditation/visualization

Episode Show NotesIn this episode Katherine & Tiffany explore all of the reasons why touch is often considered taboo and why we need to change the narrative so that touch is included in the mainstream conversation around wellness. Thanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://www.psychotherapynetworker.org/magazine/article/2345/the-touch-taboohttps://www.irishtimes.com/news/education/understanding-the-touch-taboo-1.356516https://www.theatlantic.com/international/archive/2015/10/europeans-comfort-touch-social-bonds/412861/https://www.theguardian.com/society/2018/mar/07/crisis-touch-hugging-mental-health-strokes-cuddles

Episode Show NotesIn this episode Katherine and Tiffany have a lot of fun talking about the science behind including smiling as part of your everyday wellness routine. What is smizing, why we're doing it now more than ever, and why does it make us feel better?  Thanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://www.verywellmind.com/top-reasons-to-smile-every-day-2223755https://www.verywellmind.com/beat-stress-with-a-smile-2223757https://www.healthline.com/health/duchenne-smile#why-smiles-matterhttps://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/cutting-edge-leadership/201206/there-s-magic-in-your-smilehttps://online.uwa.edu/news/benefits-of-smiling-and-laughter/

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Episode Show Notes In this episode Katherine & Tiffany discuss how we can use color in our everyday lives to increase productivity, creativity, influence emotion, and even our perception of temperature!Thanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://www.verywellmind.com/color-psychology-2795824https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/people-places-and-things/201504/the-surprising-effect-color-your-mind-and-moodhttps://www.scienceofpeople.com/color-psychology/https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/ask-smithsonian-how-do-colors-affect-our-moods-180957504/

In this episode Katherine & Tiffany explore the varied benefits of dance on our mental health, mental acuity, and even work performance!Thanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://neuro.hms.harvard.edu/harvard-mahoney-neuroscience-institute/brain-newsletter/and-brain/dancing-and-brainhttps://thebestbrainpossible.com/dance-exercise-brain-mental-health/https://www.telegraph.co.uk/good-news/seven-seas/why-dancing-feels-good/https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/articles/201007/mind-your-body-dance-yourself-happy

Episode Show Notes In this episode Katherine and Tiffany explore the impact stretching has on your nervous system and tips for how you can strategically use stretch in your everyday routine to regulate your stress and emotions. Thanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://www.outsideonline.com/2055066/how-and-why-you-should-be-training-your-central-nervous-systemhttps://greenlotusyoga.com/stretching-and-the-nervous-system/

Episode Show Notes Thanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/71144/8-reasons-little-adrenaline-can-be-very-good-thing

In this episode Tiffany & Katherine explore all of the ways we can strategically use scent to enhance our everyday lives!Episode Show Notes Thanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/do-scents-affect-peoples/https://academic.oup.com/chemse/article/30/suppl_1/i248/270387https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/articles/200711/the-hidden-force-fragrancehttp://www.yalescientific.org/2011/11/aromatherapy-exploring-olfaction/

In this episode we discover why using breath work regulates the nervous system and your response to stress. Tiffany & Katherine provide detailed tools, tips, and tricks for using breath in your day to day life to manage stress. Episode Show Notes Thanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/body-sense/201009/waiting-exhalehttps://www.healthline.com/health/breathe-deeper-improve-health-and-posture#posture-and-breathing

Episode Show NotesThanks for listening! You can help by subscribing, rating, reviewing wherever you listen. And of course share with your friends and family!Find a Yomassage class near you: https://yomassage.com/pages/find-a-classLearn about our trainings: https://yomassage.com/pages/training-infoFollow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/yomassageFacebook: www.facebook.com/yomassage.coTwitter: www.twitter.com/yomassageHere are links to the resources we sited in this episode:http://ccare.stanford.edu/uncategorized/connectedness-health-the-science-of-social-connection-infographic/https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/why-we-are-wired-to-connect/https://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/we-are-hard-wired-to-be-social-248746https://forge.medium.com/if-connection-is-our-core-human-need-then-why-are-we-so-bad-at-it-a904ae486a48https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/emotional-nourishment/201612/why-we-need-each-otherhttps://www.health.harvard.edu/newsletter_article/the-health-benefits-of-strong-relationshipshttps://greatergood.berkeley.edu/topic/social_connection/definitionhttps://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2013/10/social-connection-makes-a-better-brain/280934/