What we're NOT talking about: a mental health podcast.

At some point in our lives, we all face the challenge of letting go of other people's opinions. Whether it's a parent, a friend, or even society, there comes a time when we have to decide what matters most to us. On the one hand, we may feel like we need the approval of others to feel good about ourselves. On the other hand, we may realize that their opinion is based on their limitations and doesn't reflect our true inner worth. Ultimately, the choice is ours to make.In this episode of What It Means To Be Alive, Amy (hi!) discusses the ending of a brief but essential friendship that has encouraged her to continue to let go and choose herself. Because at the end of the day, the only person that will be with you through thick and thin is yourself.Connect with host, Amy D, via Instagram here -> https://www.instagram.com/amy.demone/

​​Have you ever tried psychedelics? For many people, the experience is life-changing. It can be a way to access new levels of awareness and understanding that are difficult to reach in everyday consciousness.If you're a self-development junkie, like host Amy Demone - then you probably can't help but wonder what it would be like to take the medicine on such a special day as Good Friday. After all, Easter is all about rebirth, and what could be more symbolic of rebirth than taking mushrooms on the day that Jesus died and was later resurrected?What follows in this episode of "What It Means To Be Alive" is a recounting of my experience with psilocybin medicine and  Good Friday 2021.  If you're curious about what taking psychedelics can be or are simply interested in exploring different aspects of spirituality, this episode is for you!If you're interested in being a guest on the show, please email amy@amydemone.com.Connect with the host via Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/amy.demone/

Psychedelics are becoming increasingly popular as people look for different ways to expand their consciousness and improve their mental health. It's no secret that psychedelics can have profound effects on our psyche. Used intentionally, they can help us access parts of our minds that are usually hidden and bring about deep personal growth. But before you go out and buy your first batch of psychedelics, it's essential to be aware of the risks involved. J like any powerful force, psychedelics should be used with caution. I believe they should come with a warning label.This episode of What It Means to Be Alive is a quick introduction to what the host, Amy D, has been up to love the last 14 months and gives you insight into the challenges of a psychedelic trip on a good Friday, 2021, and it changed the course of her life. It can be dangerous if used in the wrong way. With that in mind, let's take a closer look at the dangers of psychedelics and how to avoid them.If you're interested in being a guest on the show, please email amy@amydemone.comConnect with the host via Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/amy.demone/

In this episode, host Amy D, shares her gratitude to listeners for supporting the show, and the Empathy Front. She shares how she has evolved over the past few years through the death of her father, a cancer diagnosis of her mother, assuming legal guardianship over two individuals, and how that has impacted where we're headed in life. Show notes at:  https://www.theempathyfront.com/50

Diagnosis of mental health may be seemingly ordinary these days, but before 2010, mental illness was a taboo subject that no one dared to talk about. Living undiagnosed and experiencing a different way of processing than those around him, Bob began to seek answers to a lifelong problem that seemed to be damaging his life. In this episode, we cover what it's like to be living with undiagnosed mental illness and how it can affect the relationships you keep, the moments you experience, and the person you become.Show notes at https://www.theempathyfront.com/49

We repeat you are not alone! Mental illness can sometimes feel like a lonely place, but an army of individuals who have endured the struggle of managing their mental health who are here to lend a shoulder to learn on Tommy Dahlborg is one of those people. In this episode, Tommy shares his experience of being diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and why it went undiagnosed for so long. Tommy is also the host of the Strength Thru Vulnerability Podcast, who shares about difficult things on his guest's heart, much like he does on this podcast. Tommy is here to remind you that you are not alone.Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/48

Fear is a funny thing. It keeps up from surrendering to love and death. It prevents us from experiencing the rich vastness of the human experience. It prevents us from feeling both the good and the bad, and avoiding it helps us think in more control. But sometimes, we have to let go. In this episode of What We're Not Talking about, larry Indiviglia shares his beautiful and heartwarming story of falling in love with his late wife Gayle and how he let go of fear in the face of death. Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/47

Toxic spirituality is a lot more harmful than we realize. Focusing only on the positive prevents the people in pain from being seen, feeling understood, and being advocated for. It allows individuals who have always sat in the privilege to continue to sit there. Alysa Wolfe and Amy D sit down to share their experiences working with individuals ( no names) who have acted out of integrity for personal gain. The two will share tips on recognizing if you have someone who may be the ego in disguise and how to avoid their influence at all costs.Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/46

Have you ever wondered the real reason why people cheat? On today's episode, Zach Mathers shares his honest, open, and raw experience of cheating on his partner and how the two of them successfully navigated the betrayal together. Rebuilding is hard, and sometimes facing the underlying feelings of what drives someone to cheat can be even harder. Zach shares his stories with others with hopes that they too can learn more about the real reason people cheat and what to do to get the help you need to heal.Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/45

Adjusting to working from home takes much longer than a month or two. The sedentary you become, and the more you sit in non-ergonomic chairs, the more your body starts to ache. Sound familiar?  This episode is excellent for everyone adjusting to the work-at-home life and all the fun things it brings with it. Brian walks you through some very easy-to-do exercises that will leave you feeling refreshed, lighter and less tension in your body. Enjoy this stress release as you listen to my conversation with Brian. Let me know what you think - send me a message on Instagram @ amy.demone. I can't wait to chat!Show notes: https://www.theempathyfront.com/44

As a child, all I wanted to be was grown up. As a child, I experienced a lot of anxiety. It controlled my life and led me to feel hopeless and like a completely different type of kid than those around me. Unfortunately, during most of my childhood, play was something absent in my life. That is why, as an adult, I am doing everything in my power to include intentional play into my schedule. If this sounds weird to you, then please, please, PLEASE listen to this episode.Jeff Harry is an expert at intentional play, and he builds a pretty solid case of why you need to include it in YOUR life. Once you listen to the episode, drop me a line on Instagram @amy.demone and let me know how you've incorporated intentional play into your life!  Get access to the show notes: https://www.theempathyfront.com/43

Many individuals have lived experience or know someone who has lived experience with disordered eating at some point in their life. Disordered eating comes in many forms, such as addiction to the gym, purging, eating too few calories, and binge eating. In this episode, Robin Clare shares her personal experience with her disordered eating and how it has affected her life. She also explains how she harnessed her inner power to overcome her fear with food and self-confidence and how she manages it daily. Robin also shares insight into what has helped her and her healing plan and offers advice on how to over disordered eating. Get access to the show notes: https://www.theempathyfront.com/42

Binge eating is a topic that more and more individuals - and influencers - are talking about.  Personally, I have struggled with being a binge eater for quite some time - a stress relief tactic taught to me by my father. Unknowingly - of course. During this episode, I share my experience with disordered eating and what the beginning of my healing process has looked like. I share in this episode only one experience, and in my following episode, I share another. Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/41

Developing your intuition is the first step to self-actualization. In this episode, Lee Chambers sits down with us and explains how our entire life is one big science experiment on ourselves. Infused with Lee's expertise in environmental psychology, combined with his past of losing the ability to walk and overcome all odds through his mind's power. Suppose you're looking for insight into overcoming the challenges that life threw at you while also developing your intuition. This is the episode for you!Click here to get access to show notes: https://www.theempathyfront.com/40

Nicholas Goodman talks about his experience working in a hospice and how he has learnt to sit with death and dying. Death and dying are subjects that are very taboo in the western world, keeping death and the process hidden from view, as per the norms in western medicine as well. Comparing this with Eastern beliefs, that grieve and mourn widely in public, we can see why so many of us in North America are afraid to die. In this conversation, we talk about processing the death and dying of our family and loved ones, and the impact that this grieving process has on us.Click here to get access to show notes: https://www.theempathyfront.com/39

Looking for an easy exercise to help build self-awareness and encouragement?Letter writing or having a fake conversation with yourself sounds silly to most. Still, this transformational exercise allows you to see/hear all the fantastic things you have to say about yourself. This exercise enables you to get grounded and inspires you to become the person you've always wanted to be. Seem silly? Listen to this podcast to see how you can have a conversation with yourself and what encouragement and empowerment you receive. I think you'll be surprised."Click the link to get access to the show notes: https://www.theempathyfront.com/38

TW: Trauma and Mental Health// Murder//Mental Illness//Abuse//Law Enforcement// Minority Abuse (There are some very shocking stories in this episode - please beware)In this episode of What We're Not Talking About, I sit down with Scott Silverii and talk about trauma and mental health and how it affects the police force. In this open and honest conversation, we speak on the race war and what he experienced as Chief of Police. Scott has dedicated his life to helping men overcome the trauma and mental health issues he has witnessed in his commanding officers. He talks about his organization and what he has done to help normalize trauma and mental health in the police force.Real Talk: This episode is honestly the most challenging episode I have ever recorded. There are some stories in this episode that made me feel like I was going to vomit. Listen with care. Click the link to get access to show notes: https://www.theempathyfront.com/37

"Purpose is such a weird word. It's been overused and oversold, but there is magic when you find your purpose (and not in the career-focused only sense). Purpose is so much more about what job you hold, it's about your intention and how it can help you overcome challenges and create resilience within. Click the link to get access to the show notes: https://www.theempathyfront.com/36

Nobody likes to talk about how little teachers are paid, or how hard it is to work with different types of students and learners. We don't want to talk about how education keeps experiencing budget cut after budget cut, reversing policy to include outdated education and ways of thinking. Nobody wants to talk about teachers' trauma, and how teachers are leaving the workforce at an alarming rate. And most importantly, nobody wants to talk about how teachers are forced to work as teachers, nurses, janitors, counsellors, friends, etc. to dozens of students, and are given zero support of their own. No, we definitely do not want to talk about that.In today's episode, teacher Lindsey Acton shares her experience in the teaching world and the events that inspired her to write her book. Having experienced a traumatic event with a student in her first year of teaching, Lindsey's teaching career has been indicative of what she believes is a universal teaching experience. We talk about hard to handle student, mental illness, self-care, therapy and so much more.Click the link to get access to the show notes: https://www.theempathyfront.com/35

Have you ever asked yourself, "what are these voices inside my head all about"? I sure have. In this episode, I combine what I've learned in my counselling degree, Freudian thinking, spirituality, neuroscience, and so much more. I've synthesized the mechanics of what these voices inside my head are. Let me know what you think via one of the links below. I'd love to know what you think about the voices inside your head.Click the link to get access to the show notes: https://www.theempathyfront.com/34

With the micro-dosing burst in silicon valley in 2017, micro-dosing psilocybin and LSD have become quite a hot topic for productivity. Recently, these drugs are being studied to see if they can help in the long term effects of mental illness. Devon Phillips and I talk today about our own experiences with micro-dosing and the use of psychedelics for mental illness. This episode does not blatantly advocate for the use of psychedelics but positions it on a case by case basis. There are many steps to take before some people are ready to explore the realm of psychedelics. It's integral that you are ready for the experiences. These substances remain illegal in most countries, and this episode does not advocate, promote or encourage the use of any illegal substances.Click the link to access the show notes: https://www.theempathyfront.com/33

On this episode of the What We're NOT talking about podcast,  I'm going to do something different. I'll share with you a beautiful metaphor of my favorite artist of all time, Ben Howard, that talks about you as the ocean. Are you ready to listen to a short, yet meaningful episode that will end or start your day on a positive tone? Let's dive right in! Go ahead and listen to this episode and if you have questions message me on Instagram at @amy.demone and ask away! Show notes at: https://theempathyfront.com/32 

In this episode, I talk with Doug Sands about the benefits of hypnosis. Doug is a hypnotist, Buddhist meditator, and mental health warrior who helps people worldwide manage their symptoms using hypnosis and meditation.We talk about the benefits of hypnosis and how Doug uses it to help him through his mental health journey.Doug shares what hypnosis is,  how it relates to meditation, and how you can get started. He also shares some of the techniques he uses with his clients to manage their anxiety and how the spiritual life has impacted his road to recovery and mental health management.  The best part is that techniques you can do them anywhere, and you can start practicing today!So if you're interested in learning more about how hypnosis can help you manage your anxiety and depression, go ahead and listen to this episode and then message me with your biggest takeaway. Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/31Find out more about Doug Sands at: https://www.anywherehypnosis.com

On this episode of the What We're NOT talking about podcast I'm going to share 3 lessons I've learned in the 3 decades of my life. For those of you who might be wondering why I share this episode now, I've got some news for you. My birthday is coming on this Sunday and because I'm turning 31, I thought it would be great to share 3 simple and short lessons that I've learned in my lifetime. If these lessons get to help one of you, then the goal of this episode has been achieved. So if you're curious to know what're these lessons, then this episode is for you my friend. Go ahead and take a listen to this episode, and then we can share some wisdom tips. You can connect with me by sending a message on Instagram and ask any questions you might have or to send me your biggest lesson learned over the years. Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/30

Welcome to another episode of the What We're NOT Talking about podcast. Today I have with me Jessie Shedden, a  British- Australian chicken-loving, cult-escaping badass woman, who has become an inspirational author, and consultant. She has been featured on the BBC, and Channel 4 and she's the author of Tomorrow's Not Promised. She shares her experience and the healing process of what it takes to overcome escaping a cult, how she defines unconditional love, and how we can learn not to be judgemental and try loving unconditionally. We also talk about the pressure our parents have put on us, even though they believed it might be based in a protective and loving environment, as well as the challenges Jessie has faced in order to live the life she knew she deserved.So if you're interested in learning how loving unconditionally can change your life and perspective, go ahead and listen to this episode and then message me with your biggest takeaway. Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/29

On this episode of the What We're NOT talking about podcast I'm going to answer a question I get asked a lot. " How do I help my partner who's suffering from anxiety?". A lot of us usually get stuck to what anxiety is instead of what's the way to help the person who's going through it. The purpose of this episode is to give you some insights as well as the foundational tools so you can help your partner in a way that is supportive and not stressful. This way they'll know that you're there for them. So if you have a partner that's anxious or gets anxiety attacks and wondering what you could do to help, then this episode is for you my friend. Go ahead and take a listen and then let's talk about it. You can send me a message on Instagram and ask any questions you might have about it. Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/28

Welcome to the first episode of 2021 for the What We're NOT Talking About podcast. The first guest of the year is Colin Thompson, a life coach who shares his experience living in China during the outbreak of Covid-19 and its impact on our mental health. In this episode, we talk about the pandemic that caused so many deaths during 2020 and how we can get it under control in our own lives. He also shares practical exercises that he uses with his coaching clients for coping with anxiety during this time of uncertainty.If you're evaluating last year and trying to figure out ways for coping with stress, then I encourage you to take a listen.Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/27

2021  is coming and you're probably ready to set new goals, set up yourself for success, and erase the craziness that 2020 brought with it. I'm with you on this! That's why I decided to record this episode, for all of you out there that you might be getting into the rabbit hole of setting up a million goals that gives you anxiety because they're not realistic.On today's episode I'm going to share my 3 big themes I'm focusing on in 2021 and I'll explain what I did the last couple of years as well as why you need to focus on less than 4 things for the new year. So if you want to stick to your habits and be consistent with them by using a simple, yet effective plan of setting 3 big goals for next year, then you don't wanna miss this episode. Let's set some realistic goals that are doable and gets us excited.  Go ahead and take a listen to this episode. Then message me on Instagram with your biggest takeaway!  Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/26

Welcome to another episode of the What We're NOT Talking about podcast. This episode focuses on healing through Boxing, how you can get started, and why exercising is crucial to managing your anxiety or depression. Today's guest is Cleveland Hughes, founder of Healing Mitts International Boxing Training System, and he's here to help us understand how he got started with Boxing from a place of anxiety and how he was able to recover through this. Cleveland also is going to tell us how you can get started with Boxing or any other workout activity, why overthinking is the biggest obstacle to any new decision you might need to make, and how to stop doing it.So if you're coming from a place of stress, anxiety and want to take action, then this episode is for you my friend! Go ahead and take a listen and then message me with your biggest takeaway. If you're interested in getting started with Boxing so you can heal and manage your mental health, click the link to the show notes  below or visit Cleveland's website by clicking here: https://www.healingmitts.orgShow notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/25

OK, so you've decided you're ready to tell someone that you need support and that you're struggling – what do you do now? This is a tough question I get asked a lot about so I decided to answer it through a podcast episode. On Today's episode, we're going to take a look at my experience when I was struggling to tell other people about my mental health struggles as well as what you can do if this is something you're going through right now. I promise, you are NOT alone, I've been there too and that's why I get to share all of the ways and coping mechanisms that helped me through these hard times. Believe me, I get it. Let's talk about it in this episode. So if you're ready to leave the fear of talking behind and make one tiny yet important step forward go ahead and take a listen to this episode. Then message me on Instagram with your biggest takeaway! Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/24

Welcome to another episode of the What We're NOT Talking about podcast. 2020 has been a hell of a year for all of us. Covid-19 happened, lots of people lost their jobs, others lost their loved ones, and pretty much everything that we couldn't even imagine happened this year. On today's episode, we're unpacking 2020 with KaRon Spriggs-Bethea, and we share our perspectives trying to understand what happened and what we can learn from it. He also shares his experience and lessons while working in the  LGBTQ community, in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, how working as a health care worker looks like, and his best practices for dealing with anxiety and depression during uncertain times.  Go ahead and take a listen to my conversation with KaRon. Then message me with your biggest takeaway. Got questions? Click on the show notes below and hit me up on Instagram. I'd love to hear from you.Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/23

Welcome to a different episode of the What We're NOT talking about podcast. On today's episode, we're going to do a Variation of the 7/11 breathing technique that will help you come down or feel a little better during anxious times. This episode is to encourage all of you, non-believers out there about sitting down and actually attempting to do this exercise, at least trying to. I wanted to provide you with one tool for your toolbox so you can use it when you're nervous about something, or feeling anxious or just want to come down. I encourage you to do something that's slightly uncomfortable and see the benefits of doing this exercise. If you're ready to take action on managing your mental health let's do it together!  Go ahead and take a listen, follow along with me and then message me in case you have any questions about this breathing exercise. Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/22

Experiencing trauma as a family is something that can bond or break the family unit in so many instances. On today's episode we talk about losing a family member and provide you with some resources and tools for dealing with it so you can have the help you might be looking for. This episode focuses on being a military family that experiences trauma and the impact that has on the family unit. Jen shares the story of losing her father, the choices she had to make in order to move forward, and how her passion for helping military families transition into civilian life has born.  So if you're interested in learning how to process trauma or transitioning from the military to being a civilian, then this episode is for you my friend!Go ahead and take a listen to this episode and then message me on Instagram with your biggest takeaway!Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/21

Dealing with holidays is different for everyone. For some of you might be a great experience and for others might be a struggle. I've come to realize that Christmas is a holiday I don't particularly love. On today's episode, I share what're the reasons Christmas is not my favorite holiday, how I set boundaries to make it through this period without putting pressure on myself and how you can do it for yourself. So If you're someone that believes Christmas is a struggle for you and you're looking for a healthy way to set boundaries with your family over the holiday season, this episode is for you! Stay tune in, give it a listen and then message me with your biggest takeaway! Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/20

Dealing with stress in the family over the holiday season is real and I don't know about you but I would love to have some tips for creating an effective mental health management plan and making a toxic family survival guide for the holidays.On today's episode Ellia Marcum, Mental health and Life Crisis Coach is going to share her plan of attack when it comes to surviving the holidays and managing your mental health and well-being in a proactive way. So if you're interested in getting into the holiday season with a plan so you can reduce stress, then this episode is for you my friend!Go ahead and take a listen to this episode and then message me on Instagram with your biggest takeaway!Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/19

Have you been asking yourself this question? Who Do I Want to Be?I know I did, for a long time. The purpose of today's episode is to remind you of one small, yet, important thing. You get to choose who you want to be!Remember: You don't need to be that person that has anxiety, you don't need to be that person that can't get out of bed. Today you get to choose who you are.So if you're still struggling to decide who you are or who you want to become, I challenge you to listen to this episode during these moments of doubt, or when you feel anxious so you can remind yourself that there's a choice and it's yours! Go ahead and listen to this episode and then message me on Instagram in case this is a subject you want to talk about!Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/18

Growing up is hard enough and then if you add one or two mental health illnesses, it makes it that much more difficult.Today's episode with Tyler Simmonds is all about navigating the mental health space and growing up with anxiety and depression. We share our experiences about managing our mental health, and why it's so important to remember who you truly are. So if you've been dealing with mental health as a teenager into your young adult life this episode is for you my friend!Go ahead and take a listen to this episode and then message me on Instagram in case this is a subject you want to talk about! Show notes at: www.theempathyfront.com/17

I have a question for you. What do you do when you're triggered?On today's episode, we're going to talk about triggers, what this experience taught me, and what I did to move forward. We'll take a look at a trigger I had, and how this relates to mental health. We will also talk about how a trigger can relate to mental health illnesses and how our belief systems impact the way we take care of ourselves. So if you're interested in learning how a trigger can be related to your mental health and what to do, this episode is for you my friend! Go ahead and listen to this episode and then message me with your biggest takeaway! I would love to know what do you do when you're triggered. Got questions? Dm me on Instagram and ask away!Show notes at:  https://www.theempathyfront.com/16

Today's episode is all about dealing with the death of a parent.Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States and over eight hundred thousand people per year, worldwide, died by suicide. On today's episode, I talk with Shiggi Pakter, a Kenyan born woman, who now lives in London, who last year lost her mother, by suicide.This episode is something different than other episodes. We all deal with grief differently. We share our experiences of losing a parent and how we dealt with it. Go ahead and take a listen to this episode and then message me on Instagram in case this is a subject you want to talk about! Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/podcast/e015

So much hate in the world can be linked back to one thing: An unconscious cry for help. A regular day can be turned into a day when you get robbed. On this episode, I'm talking about how I was robbed, what this experience taught me, and what are some of the questions I asked myself after that. So if you're interested in learning how to shift your thought process when you experience a robbery, this episode is for you my friend!After all, everything is a lesson learned, isn't it?Go ahead and listen to this episode and then message me with your biggest takeaway. Got questions? DM me on Instagram and ask away!Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/14

Today's episode is all about Ableism, Disability in North America, and beyond. We'll take a look at Jessica's story who's a content creator, a woman with a visible disability, and how she fights through it during college years. This issue we've been ignoring for so long, so let's unpack some tips on how to deal with it.If you're interested in learning more about how people with these kinds of disabilities are finding the inner strength that leads them towards their goals, take a listen to this episode and then message me on Instagram with your best takeaway! Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/13

 "As within so without as above so below"  This is one of my favorite quotes that literally changed my life and thinking process over the last couple of years.On this episode, I'm talking about why everything you're going through is a lesson learned, why you should be grateful for the little things of life, and how to get started. So if you're interested in improving your thought process and learning why everything is a mirror around you, go ahead and take a listen. If you have questions or key takeaways, hit me up on Instagram, and let's talk about it! Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/12

Narcissism and Narcissist are buzz words that have been floating around the self-help and relationship internet space. I've noticed that more and more people are using this word to describe people they've been in relationship with. But is it valid?On today's episode, I sit down with Joy Larkin to talk about her experience with Narcissistic Personality Disorder in her family and romantic partnerships. She shares with us what she was able to do to rebuild after living with her narcissistic aunt.Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/11

Have you grown in a world of Disney like me? If so you might have thought at some point that there's a hero out there for you that is coming to save you when days become tough didn't you?The thing is I did too. The truth is, there isn't. The hero you've been waiting for is yourself! On this episode, I talk about how to take your life into your hands and how you can stop waiting for someone to save you when life gets in your way or things don't go as you planned.Go ahead and listen to this episode and then message me with your biggest takeaway. Got questions? Dm me on Instagram and ask away!Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/10

Trauma looks different to everyone. For some trauma, might be the loss of a job or the death of a loved one, or a Global Pandemic. On today's episode, I sit down with Jo Tucker, post-traumatic growth guide, Reiki Master, and teacher to unpack how to get started with releasing trauma from our bodies.Jo joins us today to share insights into how our bodies react both physically and mentally to trauma and grief. She shares powerful hints on how to begin the process of releasing trauma from your physical body.Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/9

Positivity and mindset are important. Life happens though and those shitty days will come your way without asking about it. But there is a way to move through that. So you might ask yourself how do you move through the day when shitty things happen to you?My best advice is to feel the emotions and not try to avoid them.Go ahead and listen to this episode so you can have the whole plan of how to deal with a bad day. Got questions? Dm me on Instagram.  Go to the show notes page by clicking the link below:https://www.theempathyfront.com/8

It's that time of the pandemic again folx. It's time to (continue) working from home. Summer is over for the Northern Hemisphere, and Covid-19 is back with a vengeance. On today's episode, I sit down with Silvia Pinho, work at home expert. She shares simple and actionable ways to attempt to keep organized amongst the chaos that is 2020Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/7

After 5 years of struggling to accept help, I've decided to take action on it. In this episode, I'm sharing my experience over the last 5 years about a topic that I'm NOT talking about as much: Medication when taking care of your mental health. Mental health management is more important as we move forward to 2021, so take a listen if you're struggling with figuring out how to accept help or if you are just interested in hearing my story.Remember: You get to decide if medication is for you or not. My decision may not be yours, and that's OK.Show notes at :  https://www.theempathyfront.com/6

 We've been hearing it for years, eat your vegetables, make sure you get enough protein, drink 8 cups of water per day, but if you're anything like myself, it was just another thing that went in one ear and out the other. Turns out, we should have listened. In this episode of What We're Not Talking About, I sit down with Pearl Cicci fitness coach, and plant-based nutrition expert to talk about simple changes that you can make to your diet, the will create huge results, both physically and mentally. Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/5

Two words: self-awareness. One of the best things that you can do for yourself is to cultivate self-awareness. This means that you are constantly asking yourself questions, like what do I feel right now? And why do I think I reacted the way I did? By exercising our self-awareness muscle, we are setting the foundations for well managed, and dare I say, a bitchin' mental health care plan. Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/4

Today, Charlie Marshall of Authentic Mental health shares practice tips for mental health. Not everyone has access to free or affordable counseling or other mental health services, and Charlie is on a mission to educate, spread awareness and help others feel normal and understood. With his following of over 100k on youtube, and 380k on TikTok, he's using video to help others feel less alone when it comes to their mental health struggles. He shares his perspective, advice, and practical tip for mental health in 2020 and beyond. Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/3