Podcasts about functioning

Functioning as a direct sequel to the first season of the Chainsaw Man series. Denji, a young man who coexists with a chainsaw demon encounters a new romantic interest, but will his involvement place them both in danger? On this week's episode… Join the Straight Chilling Crew as we discuss raging teenage hormones, sexy ass demons, and Tatsuya Yoshihara's extremely popular anime, Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc (2025).   Show Notes: Housekeeping (3:55) Back of the Box/Recommendations (9:00) Spoiler Warning/Full Review (14:45) Rotten Tomatoes (1:05:20) Cooter of the Week (1:14:10) Hotline Scream (1:21:15)   Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Instagram YouTube Shop E-mail: straightchillingpodcast@gmail.com Voicemail: 904-638-3231

Interview starts at 32:55   Discover Ronnie Figueroa's inspiring journey from addiction to holistic healing. In this episode, Ronnie shares powerful insights on rapid healing, the importance of internal trust, and practical practices like breathwork and meditation that lead to transformation. Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Hypnotherapist. Extensive training in, EMDR, EFT, NLP, NAC, The Sedona Method, REIKI and many other holistic approaches. I also teach techniques as a course, so you can help others. You can find out more about me on my website at: ronniefigueroa.com https://www.youtube.com/user/RONFIGGY/videos thehi31111@gmail.com Main Topics Covered: Ronnie's personal story of overcoming addiction and near-fatal health crises The concept of rapid healing and real client success stories The role of synchronistic events and spiritual awakening in transformation Practical techniques: breath awareness, the three-part practice, and energy healing Understanding vulnerability, trust, and living in the present moment Commentary on societal issues like collectivization, media influence, and the importance of individualism Insights on integrating spiritual practices into daily life for sustained healing Become a Lord or Lady with 1k donations over time. And a Noble with any donation. Leave Serfdom behind and help Grimerica stick to 0 ads and sponsors and fully listener supported. Thanks for listening!! Help support the show, because we can't do it without ya. https://www.simulationmaps.com/#products Suite of Interactive Maps! DisasterMap, VolcanoSim, AsteroidSim, ShipwreckMap, UFOMap etc https://www.amazon.com/Unlearned-School-Failed-What-About/dp/1998704904/ref=sr_1_3?sr=8-3   Support the show directly: https://open.spotify.com/show/2punSyd9Cw76ZtvHxMKenI?si=ImKxfMHgQZ-oshl499O4dQ&nd=1&dlsi=4c25fa9c78674de3 Watch or Listen on Spotify https://grimericacbd.com/ CBD / THC Gummies and Tinctures http://www.grimerica.ca/support https://www.patreon.com/grimerica http://www.grimericaoutlawed.ca/support   Our audio book website: www.adultbrain.ca Check out our next trip/conference/meetup - Contact at the Cabin www.contactatthecabin.com www.grimerica.ca/shrooms and Micro Dosing Darren's book www.acanadianshame.ca Join the chat / hangout with a bunch of fellow Grimericans Https://t.me.grimerica grimerica.ca/chats   Discord Chats https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/grimerica-outlawed Sign up for our newsletter https://grimerica.substack.com/ SPAM Graham = and send him your synchronicities, feedback, strange experiences and psychedelic trip reports!! graham@grimerica.com Purchase swag, with partial proceeds donated to the show: www.grimerica.ca/swag Send us a postcard or letter http://www.grimerica.ca/contact/ Episode ART - Napolean Duheme's site http://www.lostbreadcomic.com/ MUSIC https://brokeforfree.bandcamp.com/ - Something Galactic Felix's Site sirfelix.bandcamp.com - Should I           Timestamps: 00:00 - Ronnie's journey from wild teenager to holistic healer 02:17 - Early addiction and risky behaviors in youth 04:17 - Functioning alcoholic life and health decline in 40s 06:35 - Life-changing health scare with cardiac arrest and pacemaker 07:49 - Exploring various healing modalities: EMDR, EFT, Reiki, and more 10:17 - The significance of Eckhart Tolle's teachings and spiritual synchronicity 12:28 - Transition to sobriety and the power of the book "The Power of Now" 14:20 - Understanding cravings through present-moment awareness 16:41 - Overcoming binge eating and emotional addiction 17:04 - Achieving physical feats at age 69 and spiritual integration 19:09 - The ongoing process of spiritual awakening and awakening practices 20:16 - Practical breathwork techniques for emotional release 23:07 - The fourfold way: awareness, vulnerability, risk, and trust 25:37 - Guided practice: the three-part breath awareness exercise 28:26 - Using energy and positive intention in healing practices 30:01 - The impact of ongoing healing, reduced triggers, and increased resilience 33:05 - Societal challenges: collectivization, media manipulation, and the search for individuality 37:51 - The importance of work, purpose, and balance in life 41:29 - Insights on societal trends, collective consciousness, and the role of individual action 49:54 - Rapid healing stories: real client examples and transformative moments 54:40 - The influence of belief systems and spiritual practices on healing success 58:20 - Building trust, vulnerability, and inner strength through guided inner work 63:14 - The Power of the Group: collective healing and intention-based practices 64:25 - Closing thoughts and resources for continued growth            

Today's Scripture: Mark 1:35–39 When everyone needs something from you, it can feel loving—even responsible—to respond immediately. But there is a difference between compassion and being controlled by demand. Today's episode looks at Mark 1 and the surprising way Jesus responds when everyone is looking for him. He withdraws to pray, stays rooted in God, and moves from clarity instead of urgency. We explore: *Why over-functioning often starts with anxiety *What Jesus models instead *The difference between compassion and compulsion *Why solitude and prayer help with discernment *How to discern what is truly yours to carry today Go Deeper: Episode 138: Breaking Free from Over-Functioning: Discover the Hidden Cost of Always Being the Responsible One Connect with Dr. Alison on Instagram: @dralisoncook Join 80,000+ Soul Menders in Dr. Alison's free email community for ongoing reflection and support. While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.‍ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode, Dr. David Puder explores Trauma-Specific Reflective Functioning (T-RF) with researchers Dr. Nicholas Berthelot and Dr. Julia Garron-Bissonnette. Discover how childhood trauma affects mentalization and learn about the five distinct trauma mentalization profiles identified in mothers with histories of maltreatment: identification with the perpetrator, functionally grandiose, absorbed in trauma, global failures in mentalization, and those with no major failures who show remarkable resilience. The conversation examines how these different ways of processing trauma significantly impact parenting, attachment security, and the intergenerational transmission of trauma. By listening to this episode, you can earn 1.25 Psychiatry CME Credits. Link to blog Link to YouTube video

Most people think over-functioning just means “doing too much.”But what I've realized — both personally and through working with clients — is that over-functioning doesn't actually look the same for everyone.Are you an Achiever, a Manager, a Harmonizer, or the Self-Reliant type?In this episode, I'm breaking down the 4 Over-Functioning Archetypes I most commonly see in women who feel exhausted, resentful, disconnected from themselves, and like everything falls on them.We talk about:the subconscious patterns underneath each archetypewhat each one is trying to protecthow these patterns shape relationships, work, emotions, and identitythe parts of ourselves we lose touch with along the waywhy over-functioning is about much more than simply “doing too much”how Human Design helps reconnect us to who we actually are underneath the conditioningOne important thing to understand:You will probably relate to ALL of these archetypes to some degree.These are not rigid personality boxes.They're adaptive patterns — ways we learn to move through the world in order to feel safe, loved, successful, needed, or in control.Most people have one primary archetype that tends to lead, with secondary patterns that show up depending on the environment, relationship, or season of life they're in.The goal of this work isn't to shame these patterns.It's to finally see them clearly — so we can stop mistaking conditioned behaviors for our personalities.✨ Take the Over-Functioning Archetypes Quiz✨ Ready to explore your patterns on a deeper level?Pattern Readings help uncover the subconscious beliefs and relational dynamics shaping the way you move through life, work, and relationships.Learn more or book here: Pattern Reading.Any questions? You can always email me at nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com

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Why do so many high-achieving women end up resenting the very life they worked so hard to build? In this episode, Michelle explores the hidden cost of overfunctioning, chronic responsibility, and the nervous system patterns that keep women stuck carrying everything for everyone else. From perfectionism and control to emotional labor and people-pleasing, this conversation unpacks why success can still feel exhausting underneath the surface. Inside this episode, you'll learn: Why resentment is often a signal, not a flaw The neuroscience behind overfunctioning and hyper-responsibility Common thought patterns keeping women trapped in burnout cycles How nervous system safety impacts leadership, boundaries, and relationships Practical ways to stop rescuing, start asking for support, and release self-pressure If you're a woman in leadership, sales, business, or a high-performance environment who feels emotionally overloaded despite "having it all together," this episode will help you create a more sustainable way forward—one built on self-trust instead of constant self-sacrifice.

If you've been doing the work on your OCD or anxiety and you're no longer in crisis — that's real progress. But if you still feel like you're just 'managing' or waiting for the next episode to hit, this video is for you. Most people with OCD and anxiety move between Stage 1 (Surviving) and Stage 2 (Stabilizing) their whole lives — never realizing that Stages 3 and 4 even exist.In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, breaks down the four real internal stages of recovery — not just symptom management, but the complete journey from surviving panic and fear loops all the way to a life of trust, expansion, and genuine freedom. He explains why settling at Stage 2 actually leads to relapse, and what the path from Stage 2 to Stage 4 looks like in practice.This isn't about toxic positivity or telling you recovery is easy. It's a clear, honest map of what real recovery looks like — and a challenge to stop settling for 'good enough' when you're capable of living free.

In this deeply grounding and insightful episode, I'm joined by Cameron Burris, a licensed therapist, clinical herbalist, and community care advocate who specializes in nervous system support for high achievers, those who often feel the pressure to over-function, over-give, and constantly perform.Together, we explore the connection between burnout, chronic stress, and the nervous system, and how many of us have been conditioned to operate in ways that disconnect us from our bodies. This conversation gently challenges the idea that productivity equals worth and offers a new, more sustainable way of being. We dive into how over-functioning shows up in both the mind and body, the subtle signs of nervous system dysregulation, and what it actually means to feel safe enough to slow down. You'll also hear how holistic practices like herbalism, yoga, sacred movement, and even gardening can support deep regulation and healing.Whether you identify as a high achiever, the “strong one,” or someone learning to unlearn burnout patterns, this episode offers both education and practical tools to help you reconnect with your body and respond to life with more intention and ease.Connect with Cameron:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapywithcamJoin Overfunctioners Anonymous: https://www.quietcontemplationllc.com/overfunctioners-anonymous?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bioWork with Cam: https://tr.ee/0z-0y0hqmu✨ Stay Connected with Shots of Serenity ✨Thank you so much for tuning in! If today's episode resonated, please share it with someone you love and subscribe on your favorite platform — iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify, or Google Play.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in this solo episode of Navigating Life After 40, we're talking about something that does not get discussed enough: the mental health side of perimenopause. So many women are prepared for hot flashes, night sweats, and cycle changes, but not always for the anxiety, brain fog, sadness, irritability, crying spells, emotional numbness, panic attacks, forgetfulness, or the feeling of not recognizing themselves. In this episode, I share my own experience with anxiety, a panic attack at work, brain fog that made me question my memory, emotional numbness, and the pressure of functioning while mentally exhausted. I also talk about how women, especially Black women and women of color, are often dismissed when they say something feels off. This episode is a reminder that you are not broken. Your body may be changing, your hormones may be shifting, and your mental health deserves care, support, and compassion. In this episode, we talk about: • The connection between perimenopause and mental health • Anxiety, panic attacks, sadness, and emotional numbness • Brain fog, forgetfulness, and fear of dementia • Functioning at work while mentally exhausted • Irritability, rage, and emotional regulation • Why women are often dismissed by healthcare providers • How perimenopause can impact relationships, work, identity, and confidence • Why Black women and women of color need culturally responsive menopause care • The importance of tracking symptoms and advocating for yourself • Why it's okay to not feel okay Resources mentioned: The Menopause Society: Mental Health and Menopause https://menopause.org/patient-education/menopause-topics/mental-health The Menopause Society: Perimenopause https://menopause.org/patient-education/menopause-topics/perimenopause Office on Women's Health: Menopause Symptoms and Relief https://womenshealth.gov/menopause/menopause-symptoms-and-relief National Institute of Mental Health: Depression in Women https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/depression-in-women SAMHSA National Helpline https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline If this episode resonated with you, share it with another woman who may be quietly wondering why she does not feel like herself. Join Navelle as a Founding Member: https://navelle-founding-member.tiiny.site Learn more about Navelle Health: https://navellehealth.com Listen, follow, and share Navigating Life After 40 wherever you get your podcasts.

Your Free T3 Is in Range — and That's the Problem Women are diagnosed with thyroid conditions at far higher rates than men — but what if the real thyroid crisis isn't being diagnosed at all? In this episode, Dr. Terri breaks down the overlooked, under-tested, and misunderstood reasons why women's thyroid systems fail, and why the standard lab panel almost every clinician runs is only telling half the story. From the gut's central role in hormone conversion, to the three minerals most women are chronically deficient in, to the enzyme that stress quietly dismantles — Dr. Terri maps out a comprehensive picture of thyroid dysfunction that goes far beyond what most patients hear at a routine checkup. If you've ever been told "your thyroid is normal" but you're still cold, fatigued, foggy, or stuck — this episode was made for you. This episode is for women who've been dismissed with a normal TSH, anyone on Synthroid or levothyroxine who's still symptomatic, and clinicians ready to expand their thyroid testing approach. What you'll discover: Why women are more vulnerable to thyroid conversion failure — and how hormones, gut health, and chronic stress all play a compounding role [6:21] The ferritin threshold that makes or breaks T4-to-T3 conversion — and what to do if you fall in the "gray zone" [9:24] How selenium deficiency can cause thyroid cells to literally burst from the inside out — and the direct link to Hashimoto's most doctors miss [15:39] The full comprehensive thyroid panel you should be asking for: TSH, free T4, free T3, and TPO antibodies [21:31] Why a free T3 "within range" is not the same as optimal — and what the bell curve data actually reveals about all-cause mortality risk [22:47] The deiodase enzyme most clinicians never discuss — and why synthetic T4 medications may be making conversion even harder [27:34] If your thyroid labs come back "normal" but you're still symptomatic, the problem isn't you — it's the range. -- The Dr. Terri Show is presented by EVEXIAS Health Solutions. For more, visit: https://www.evexias.com Connect with Dr. Terri:

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Are you constantly carrying what was never yours to hold? In this episode, we unpack the connection between identity, misplaced responsibility, and the exhaustion that comes from overfunctioning. If you're always fixing, rescuing, or holding everything together, this conversation will help you recognize unhealthy patterns, set healthier boundaries, and find freedom from the pressure to do it all.

When Quiet Burnout Takes Over — A Somatic Practice to Reset→ Start to transform your nervous system regulationYou're the one everyone relies on. The one who holds it together, keeps the plates spinning, makes the call when there's no clear answer. And somewhere underneath all of that competence, your nervous system is running on fumes.But there's something else too — something people rarely talk about. You're caught in the middle.Pressure from executives above you. The weight of the teams you manage below you. And a quiet, specific kind of alienation that comes from being the person who has to absorb stress from both directions while having no one above you who truly understands what you're carrying.This isn't mindset coaching. This isn't about thinking differently or reframing your stress. This is somatic coaching — working directly with your nervous system to shift the state your body is actually living in.Because here's what most professionals don't realise: the exhaustion, the brain fog, the sense that you're perpetually one step behind — that's not a time management problem. That's a nervous system that's been in overdrive for so long it's forgotten how to power down.In this series, you'll find guided somatic sessions designed specifically for the pressures professionals carry — quiet burnout, decision fatigue, the inability to switch off, the weight of constant responsibility, and that particular isolation of being the one in the middle with no one to pass it to.Each episode is a real practice, not a lecture. You'll feel the shift in your body, not just hear about it.What you'll find here:• Guided somatic resets for the challenges professionals face• Nervous system practices you can use between meetings, before high-stakes conversations, or when you can't switch off at night• A different way to work with stress — from the body up, not the mind down

Have you ever wondered if all that doing is actually getting in the way of your creativity? What if I asked you to let yourself be less useful?This week I'm sitting down with photographer, documentarian, and creative force Lindsey Lerner, founder of Field Notes From the Work in the Wild, a stunning project on Substack that documents people in the messy middle of their most meaningful work.Lindsey started out as my creative coaching client and has since become one of my dearest friends and creative allies. And in this conversation, she gets radically honest about what happened when she finally stopped over-functioning, stopped building everyone else's dreams, and started making room for her own.We get into:-Why being less useful might be the most creative thing you can do-How to keep the faith when your path makes absolutely no sense-What it really means to ask for help, and why it's so hard for high achievers-How to braid your passions into something only you can create-Plus the moment Lindsey's wife said something so simple it rewired everything.If you've ever confused hustle for worth, or wondered if there's a more holistic, authentic way to create, this one is for you, cutie.And if you're in New York, Lindsey's bringing Field Notes to life on September 26th at Bronxlandia in the South Bronx. Subscribe to Field Notes on Substack to get first access to tickets: https://fieldnotesfromthework.substack.com/ Love you. Let's get into it.

In this podcast, Carlotte Kiekens and Stefano Negrini discuss their editorial: 'GUIDE-Rehab: A tool to improve replicability and reporting in disability and (re)habilitation research'. The paper is available here: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://doi.org/10.1111/dmcn.70260__;!!N11eV2iwtfs!oAd995VRSViiR8Nm56yWNRql880ZhJmS9qu9X59ChdjFSvT0YKzAh7OEhiv2k4CVB_oIABS-ctAhIMCAARj7m3YQ$ For more information about the Cochrane Rehabilitation, Functioning, and Disability Thematic Group (CochraneRehab) please visit: https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.cochrane.org/rehab__;!!N11eV2iwtfs!oAd995VRSViiR8Nm56yWNRql880ZhJmS9qu9X59ChdjFSvT0YKzAh7OEhiv2k4CVB_oIABS-ctAhIMCAAW_2XRq4$ Follow DMCN on Podbean for more: https://dmcn.podbean.com/ ___ Watch DMCN Podcasts on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2ONCYiC __ DMCN Journal: Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology (DMCN) has defined the field of paediatric neurology and childhood-onset neurodisability for over 60 years. DMCN disseminates the latest clinical research results globally to enhance the care and improve the lives of disabled children and their families. DMCN Journal - https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/14698749 ___ Find us on Twitter! @mackeithpress - https://twitter.com/mackeithpress  

In this episode of Mind Body Medicine for Self Healers, we dive into a topic that isn't discussed nearly enough: the immense internal toll of being "the strong one". On the outside, you look reliable and composed, but underneath, the effort to keep going, no matter what, is becoming physically and emotionally exhausting. We explore:The "hidden cost" of maintaining a perfect exterior while feeling depleted inside. Why the pressure to be the reliable one is a silent contributor to chronic stress. How to start acknowledging the weight of "holding it together" so you can begin to truly heal. If you're the woman everyone else leans on, this conversation is for you. It's time to name the exhaustion and look at what it's actually costing your body and mind. Key Information and time stamps00:50 The Appearance of "Handling It" : Sarah discusses how women often look like they have everything under control on the outside, even when they are internally exhausted.01:08 What "Holding It Together" Looks Like : This pattern often manifests as being the person everyone relies on and pushing through tasks even when the body is asking to stop.01:50 The Problem with "Functioning" : Sarah shares her personal experience of not realizing how much she was carrying because she was still able to cope and do what needed to be done.02:52 The "Wired but Tired" Cost : Constant internal holding can lead to low-level exhaustion and a body that never feels fully at ease or able to relax.04:15 Why Resting Feels Unsafe : For those used to being alert and in control, letting go can actually feel uncomfortable or unsafe rather than relieving.05:30 The Power of Awareness : Shifting the pattern begins with getting curious about what you are holding and using awareness to soften the automatic response.Listen now to start unburdening yourself. Who am I? Sarah Dawkins is a passionate Holistic Health and Healing Coach, international speaker and author of Heal Yourself. She's also a multi-award-winning entrepreneur and the award-winning host of the uplifting podcast Mind Body Medicine for Self Healers with Sarah Dawkins.With over 20 years' experience as a Registered Nurse, Sarah combines her deep understanding of conventional medicine with her own powerful self-healing journey to create a truly integrative approach. Having overcome multiple chronic health challenges herself, she now supports others in uncovering and addressing the root causes of their symptoms, helping them restore balance, reclaim their energy and create lasting, vibrant wellness.www.sarahdawkins.com#TheStrongOne #HoldingItTogether #HighFunctioningAnxiety #WiredButTired #BurnoutPrevention

Are you doing everything in your relationship… and quietly resenting it? In this incredibly relatable coaching session, Christine works with Melissa, who feels overwhelmed, emotionally triggered, and exhausted from carrying the mental and emotional load in her marriage. Even though she and her husband love each other deeply and have a strong connection, Melissa finds herself stuck in a painful cycle: she over-functions, suppresses her needs, builds resentment, and then reacts emotionally when she feels unsupported. As Christine unpacks the deeper dynamic underneath the conflict, a powerful truth emerges: Melissa isn't just reacting to dishes, chores, or household responsibilities—she's reliving childhood patterns of anxious attachment, people-pleasing, and fear of losing connection. Together they explore the "merging pattern"—a survival strategy where someone over-functions in relationships to maintain harmony and avoid abandonment. Christine helps Melissa see that true healing isn't about controlling someone else's behavior—it's about learning how to advocate for your needs without collapsing into fear, guilt, or resentment. If you've ever felt like the emotional manager of your relationship, or you struggle to ask for support without feeling guilty, this episode will hit home. Press play to learn how over-functioning may be keeping you stuck—and how to start creating healthier relationship dynamics.    Consider / Ask Yourself Do you constantly feel responsible for everyone else's needs and emotions? Are you over-functioning in your relationship while your partner under-functions? Do you avoid speaking up because you fear conflict or disconnection? Are you building resentment because your needs aren't being clearly expressed or supported?   Key Insights and A-Ha's Over-functioning is often a childhood survival strategy rooted in anxious attachment. Resentment builds when one partner consistently carries the emotional and practical load. Advocating for your needs is not selfish—it's essential for healthy relationships. Clear agreements and boundaries reduce emotional chaos and confusion. Healing requires tolerating discomfort instead of rescuing, fixing, or enabling.   How to Deepen the Work Reflect on where you may be over-functioning in your relationships. Practice identifying your actual needs before resentment builds. Create clear agreements and responsibilities within your household or partnerships. Notice when your nervous system interprets conflict as danger—and gently re-regulate before reacting.   Resources Mentioned in This Episode Group Coaching Call: Understanding Your Survival Strategies Christine shares details about her live coaching workshop focused on identifying the five core survival strategies and learning how to shift unhealthy relational patterns. Learn more at: christinehassler.com/group Reset Course + Inner Child Course ("Rewired") Christine also references her nervous system rewiring and inner child healing courses for deeper support around anxious attachment, emotional regulation, and relationship triggers. Explore courses at: christinehassler.com Social Media + Resources:  Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment Christine Hassler Podcasts Including Coaches Corner Christine on Facebook Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler @ChristineHassler on Twitter @ChristineHassler on Instagram @SacredUnionCouples on Instagram Email: jill@christinehassler.com — For information on any of my services! Get on the waitlist to be coached on the show! Get on the list to be notified about the upcoming certification program for coaches!

Hey lady! You might have noticed a theme this year. As we navigate our way through this oppressive regime we are making sure that taking time to check in with ourselves is high on our priority list. That’s why this week, Dr. Dom and Terri have a gentle conversation about why it’s important to assess your mental health from time to time. Sometimes in the day-to-day of life it’s easy to overlook signs of depression, struggle, overwhelm, and self-neglect. However, as the pressure to perform during this perilous time increases knowing where you stand will be important to your self-preservation. Black people have a fight ahead of us as we work to claw back our rights. Taking good care of your mental and emotional health will make sure that not only are you fit for the fight but also that you have a good quality of life full of meaning, joy, and pleasure. So, tap into this episode and let it be a guide to improving your mental health and building a toolkit of care and support to keep you whole and healthy. If you need extra support, be sure to book a consultation with Dr. Dom. She can provide a container of support and meet you where you are as you strengthen your ability to care for yourself. Quote of the Day: “Functioning is not the same as being well.” – Unknown Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parish pastoral councils allow a collaboration between the pastor and the people of the parish to generate effective ministry to the community. Listen to Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C share more in this segment of the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio, about parish pastoral councils. Parish pastoral councils are a consultative body in a Catholic parish that advises the pastor on pastoral matters, helping to plan, coordinate, and review activities related to the parish's mission, such as evangelization, worship, and service. It acts as a representative body, assisting in setting goals and fostering unity, ensuring the parish responds effectively to the needs of its community. As part of its renewal to the Church, the Council called for a number of new structures to promote active involvement and collaboration in the mission of the Church. After the Council, a new structure was proposed by the Church to call forth in an orderly fashion the insights and cooperation of persons at the level of the local community. That structure is the parish pastoral council. The rationale for the parish pastoral council may be found in the Council's Dogmatic Constitution on the Church: “By reason of the knowledge, competence, or pre-eminence which they have, the laity are empowered indeed sometimes obliged to manifest their opinion on those things which pertain to the good of the Church. If the occasion should arise this should be done through the institutions established by the Church for that purpose and always with truth, courage and prudence and with reverence and charity towards those who, by reason of their office represent the person of Christ.” (Dogmatic Constitution on the Church)   Notes: Access Collaboration in Ministry resources On Mission: Collaboration and Co-Responsibility More episodes about Living as Missionary Disciples   From the Ad Infinitum blog: Laborers in the Vineyard Collaboration and Co-Responsibility More blogs about Collaboration Follow us:The Catholic Apostolate CenterThe Center's podcast websiteInstagramFacebookApple PodcastsSpotify Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on the podcast, On Mission, which is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center and you can also listen to his weekly Sunday Gospel reflections. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources.

Annie and Jimena sit down for a fun catch-up episode, sharing what life has looked like lately—highs, lows, and everything in between. From personal updates to what's been keeping them busy, it's an easygoing, honest conversation that feels like chatting with friends. So grab a glass and tune in. Wine of the Week: Banshee Pinot Noir

According to perinatal and reproductive psychiatrist Dr Edna Lekgabe, matrescence is the motherhood equivalent of adolescence. Puberty 2.0, if you will.

If you're the one who always gets it done, the one everyone depends on, the one who "just handles it"—this episode is for you.In this solo episode of UNSUBSCRIBE with Ginny Priem, Ginny breaks down the #1 pattern quietly destroying high-achieving, high-performers: over-functioning. Not burnout. Not overwhelm. The root system underneath both.You'll learn:What over-functioning actually is (and why it looks like excellence from the outside)The 3 signs you're over-functioning at work, at home, and in your relationshipsWhy smart, capable women and people get stuck in this cycle...and why "just do less" doesn't workThe UNSUBSCRIBE™ Filter applied to over-functioning: what to MANAGE, SWAP, MUTE, and what to BLOCK or UNSUBSCRIBE™ from completelyThe exact 3-sentence script to hand something back without guiltWhy stopping doesn't mean dropping the ball (it means finally picking up the right one)This episode is for the high achiever who's exhausted from being the default, the fixer, the responsible one. If you've been Googling "why am I always the one who has to do everything" or "how to stop over-functioning"—hit play, then leave a rating & review, and share it with someone you care about.Sponsors:ine+ nutrition: Get their super greens, collagen, and new sleep product all for 15% with code GIN15. Support your wellness and the show with each order.Thrifty Traveler: Get flights deals delivered right to your inbox. SWAP things for experiences and get $20 off your first year with code GINNYPRIEM.Connect with Ginny:BOOK GINNY TO SPEAKSUBSCRIBE TO GINNY'S SUBSTACKINSTAGRAMLINKEDINFACEBOOKYOUTUBE

In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton talk about a state many first responders live in without realizing it: still showing up, still performing, still getting the job done—but internally feeling exhausted, disconnected, or not okay (Amazon Affiliate). This isn't obvious burnout. There's no collapse, no major breakdown—just a quiet depletion hidden behind discipline, professionalism, and responsibility. This episode explores how high performance can become a mask that keeps deeper stress unnoticed.

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Recorded March 13, 2026 This episode of On Topic tackles "Spring cleaning" by focusing less on tidy closets and more on the grime higher ed AV teams create for themselves. The panel trades stories about delayed refreshes, inherited programming messes, legacy systems that refuse to die, rushed project deadlines, and the temporary fixes that somehow become permanent. Before you get clean, revel in the filth… It's a funny, brutally honest look at technical debt, bad design choices, and the institutional rot that keeps old problems hanging around far longer than they should. If your campus has mystery cables, aging systems, and one room everyone's afraid to touch, this episode will feel painfully familiar. Let's get filthy!   Alternate show titles: Budgets are optional Those are sticky weird situations Normally I'm shady and gross I wasn't a pro, so I used two plusses Good luck, I'm sorry Museum of AV decisions It did what it did Be here when the tree falls on the house I feel like the whole university is guilty of this Just everybody calm down! It's gonna be… not bad If y'all didn't take an entire month off for Christmas…    We stream live every Friday at about 315p Eastern/1215p Pacific and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com    ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/avsuperfriends.bsky.social ► Email: mailbag@avsuperfriends.com ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss   Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

AV SuperFriends: On TopicIt's functioning, but not fully functionalRecorded March 13, 2026This episode of On Topic tackles “Spring cleaning” by focusing less on tidy closets and more on the grime higher ed AV teams create for themselves. The panel trades stories about delayed refreshes, inherited programming messes, legacy systems that refuse to die, rushed project deadlines, and the temporary fixes that somehow become permanent. Before you get clean, revel in the filth…It's a funny, brutally honest look at technical debt, bad design choices, and the institutional rot that keeps old problems hanging around far longer than they should. If your campus has mystery cables, aging systems, and one room everyone's afraid to touch, this episode will feel painfully familiar. Let's get filthy!Alternate show titles:Budgets are optionalThose are sticky weird situationsNormally I'm shady and grossI wasn't a pro, so I used two plussesGood luck, I'm sorryMuseum of AV decisionsIt did what it didBe here when the tree falls on the houseI feel like the whole university is guilty of thisJust everybody calm down!It's gonna be… not badIf y'all didn't take an entire month off for Christmas… We stream live every Friday at about 315p Eastern/1215p Pacific and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends► Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/avsuperfriends.bsky.social► Email: mailbag@avsuperfriends.com► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rssDonate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

What if the reason you feel unhappy in love + life has nothing to do with success… and everything to do with an unhealed relational wound?   In this episode of The Healing + Human Potential Podcast, I sit down with clinical psychologist + relationship expert Dr. Molly Burrets to explore why so many high achievers feel unfulfilled in their relationships, their purpose + within themselves.   We talk about how over-functioning, self-sabotage + "doing it all" can actually be rooted in deeper emotional patterns formed early in life and how success can sometimes mask the very wounds that are still asking to be seen + healed.    Dr. Molly shares how our core values shape our decisions, relationships, and sense of purpose, and how misalignment with those values can quietly lead to dissatisfaction in both love + life. We also explore how unconscious wounds drive partner selection, why we often repeat the same relationship patterns, and what it actually takes to break free.   If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right but still feel unfulfilled, stuck in the same relationship dynamics, or unable to truly receive love and support, this episode offers a powerful reframe + a new path forward.   ===   Guest Bio: Dr. Molly Burrets is a licensed clinical psychologist based in Los Angeles with 20 years of experience specializing in couples therapy and women's mental health. She is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Southern California (USC) and runs a private practice in Los Angeles, where she treats couples and women.   Her work as a media psychologist and thought leader has appeared in Vogue, TIME Magazine, Newsweek, CNBC Make It, HuffPost, and Brides magazine. She has been featured as a relationship expert on dozens of podcasts and news shows, and she is currently filming the first season of her own podcast about relationships, Kissing Frogs.     ====   Connect with Guest: Website:  https://www.drmollyburrets.com Instagram @drmollyburrets   ===   Want 3 Life-Changing Tools you can use on yourself (or your clients) from inside our Accredited Coaching Certification? Click here to get them for Free:  https://www.alyssanobriga.com/tools   ===   Want one of the most Powerful Tools to Support you in Awakening & Manifesting Your Dream Life from the Inside Out (for Free)?   Learn how to live to your full potential without letting fear get in the way of your dreams.   ✨ Here's How to Get Your Gift: ✨   Step 1: Just head over to Apple Podcast or Spotify + leave a review now   Step 2: Take a screenshot before hitting submit   Step 3: Then go to alyssanobriga.com/podcast to upload it!   ===   Website: alyssanobriga.com Instagram: @alyssanobriga TikTok: @alyssanobriga Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6b5s2xbA2d3pETSvYBZ9YR Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healing-human-potential/id1705626495   === Alyssa Nobriga International, LLC - Disclaimer This podcast is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. It is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or any other qualified professional. We shall in no event be held liable to any party for any reason arising directly or indirectly for the use or interpretation of the information presented in this video. Copyright 2023, Alyssa Nobriga International, LLC - All rights reserved

Ever notice how you keep doing the most in your relationship... not because you want to — but because it's just easier than dealing with the fallout? You finish the dinner. You fix the logistics. You smooth things over. And for a long time, it feels like you're just being a good partner. Until one day... the rose-colored glasses come off and you realize something deeper is happening. In this episode, I share a moment from my marriage that revealed a powerful pattern I could no longer ignore. What started as a simple dinner plan turned into a profound wake-up call about emotional labor, codependency, and what real partnership actually looks like. This conversation isn't about blaming your partner. It's about reclaiming your voice, your boundaries, and your power in your relationship. Because the truth is: When you stop picking everything up... your relationship finally has the opportunity to change. Imagine if you could speak up without blowing up your relationship. Imagine feeling safe to ask for the partnership you actually want. Inside this episode you'll learn: ✔️ How to recognize the hidden pattern of "picking things up" for your partner ✔️ Why women often carry emotional and logistical labor without realizing it ✔️ The powerful mindset shift that helped me stop rescuing ✔️ How to communicate needs without triggering defensiveness ✔️ Why letting your partner feel the impact of their behavior can strengthen your relationship If you've ever wondered whether you're asking too much in your relationship... this episode might change the way you see everything. Because wanting real partnership isn't asking too much. And when you shift how you show up... your entire relationship has the opportunity to transform. Find Me Here ✨ Free Empower YOU Breathwork: https://breathworkcollective.myflodesk.com/empower-breathwork ✨ Follow My Journey: https://www.instagram.com/its.amandaclark ✨ The Supported Woman Collective: https://the-breathwork-collective.circle.so/checkout/supported-woman-membership ✨ Repair Guide for the Woman Taught to Keep the Peace: https://breathworkcollective.myflodesk.com/repair-guide-for-women

Want some free business coaching from me? Submit your question here and I'll answer it on the podcast!   What if the same pattern that's exhausting you in your business… is also showing up in your relationship? In this episode, I'm sitting down with Laura Amador, relationship coach for wives who feel resentful, exhausted, and disconnected in their marriage, and also a past client of mine… and this conversation is such a powerful full-circle moment. We go deep into something I see all the time with women in business: over-functioning. Doing too much. Holding everything together. Losing yourself in the process. Laura shares how this pattern first showed up in her marriage… and then quietly followed her into her business, leading to burnout, overgiving, and depletion. And then we unpack what shifted. Inside this conversation, we talk about: How over-functioning and “eldest daughter energy” impacts your business and relationships Why burnout isn't a time problem… it's a pattern How Laura restructured her coaching business to support more clients with less overwhelm The shift from 1:1 burnout to scalable, sustainable group coaching How to build a business that actually supports your life (not consumes it) What to do when your partner doesn't fully support your business (this part is so good) Why your marketing doesn't have to look like everyone else's (goodbye social media pressure) Laura also shares how she walked away from Instagram, leaned into blogging and podcasting, and created a business that feels aligned, spacious, and actually enjoyable. This is the kind of conversation that reminds you… You don't have to hustle harder. You don't have to prove your worth through exhaustion. You get to build a business that feels like your life supports it… not the other way around.  

Send a textYou are still going to work. You are still paying the bills. You are still showing up for your kids. When people ask how you are handling the divorce, you say, "I'm just tired".But behind closed doors, you are exhausted, numb, and running on fumes.Today, we are talking about the depression that clinicians rarely discuss: High-Functioning Depression. My guest is Dr. Stacy, a clinical psychologist with extensive experience in the VA healthcare system specializing in trauma and PTSD. We discuss the critical difference between "classic" depression—which often looks like a total inability to function—and high-functioning depression, where a man might look successful and put-together on the outside but is falling apart on the inside.We break down how men hide behind the role of "The Provider" or "The Helper" using extreme competence as a shield against feeling their grief. If your depression looks more like irritability, compulsive busyness, and an absolute fear of sitting in silence, this episode is going to change how you view your mental health.In this episode, we cover:The "I'm Fine" Trap: Why high-functioning depression is so easy to miss, and how the people around you might take your "strength" at face value.Symptoms in Disguise: Why depression often manifests as being reactive and snapping at people, or filling your schedule with compulsive busyness so you don't have to face the quiet.The First Step Out: Why you don't need a massive five-step plan to fix yourself; you just need to say one honest sentence to one person.The 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique: A practical, immediate tool using your five senses to stop the internal spiral and bring yourself back to the present moment.Functioning vs. Healing: Dr. Stacy's powerful reminder that just because you are handling your responsibilities doesn't mean you are actually processing your grief.Guest Bio:Dr. Stacy recently completed her postdoctoral training in clinical psychology, focusing heavily on PTSD, trauma, and serious mental illness within the VA healthcare system. She is also the author of Hope and Healing for Survivors, available through New Harbinger and Amazon, and a regular contributor to Psychology Today. Support the showhttps://www.risingphoenixpodcast.com

If you are bloated, tired, wired, foggy, inflamed, waking at 3am, or still feeling "off" despite doing everything right, this episode is for you. In this episode, Dr. Connie Cheung breaks down the hidden suffering loop many high-functioning women live inside — a pattern where psychology, physiology, behavior, habits, and identity keep reinforcing instability even when nothing dramatic shows up on labs. This is not another generic gut health episode. This is not vague nervous system talk. This is a clinically grounded, emotionally honest explanation of why so many women stay stuck in cycles of symptom management, temporary relief, self-blame, and chronic compensation. You'll learn: ✔️ why high-functioning women often compensate instead of collapse ✔️ why normal labs do not always mean a regulated body ✔️ how psychology affects physiology ✔️ how behavior and daily habits reinforce nervous system patterns ✔️ why symptoms like bloating, poor sleep, tension, brain fog, fatigue, and weight changes are often connected ✔️ why treating symptoms separately wastes years  ✔️ what it means to stop solving the wrong layer If you are sick and tired of the current state of your health and know something deeper has been missed, this episode will help your body finally make sense. In this episode:

On Sunday, Jacob Alger, Watermark's Senior Director of Community, taught from Acts 6 and asked an important question: What if the greatest threat to the church wasn't external pressure but internal malfunction? This passage reminds us that a healthy church is one where problems are addressed, leaders remain devoted to prayer and the Word, and every member plays their part in the mission of God.

On Sunday, Jacob Alger, Watermark's Senior Director of Community, taught from Acts 6 and asked an important question: What if the greatest threat to the church wasn't external pressure but internal malfunction? This passage reminds us that a healthy church is one where problems are addressed, leaders remain devoted to prayer and the Word, and every member plays their part in the mission of God.

Dr. Laura gives Ty tips on how to better handle life's stresses and strains. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com Follow me on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram YouTube.com/DrLaura Join My Family!! Receive my Weekly Newsletter + 20% off my Marriage 101 course & 25% off Merch! Sign up now, it's FREE! Each week you'll get new articles, featured emails from listeners, special event invitations, early access to my Dr. Laura Designs Store benefiting Children of Fallen Patriots, and MORE! Sign up at DrLaura.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Illuminated is Radio 4's home for powerful, original audio storytelling - and recently we've heard from listeners who were moved by a documentary called Functioning, about the effect of alcohol addiction on two women's lives. Andrea Catherwood talks to the programme's producer Jodie Taylor, and Radio 4 documentary commissioner Hugh Levinson, and hears a remarkable insight into how the programme came to be.Feedback's listeners are pretty clued up when it comes to giving their thoughts to the BBC, but we came across one last week who seemed to know more than most - as it turned out, he did a PhD on charter renewal. Andrea talks to Dr Tom Chivers, academic at Goldsmiths, University of London, about what the BBC can do to reach its audience during a consultation that could result in radical change.And following our discussion of news avoidance on last week's programme, we hear from a listener who has discovered his own method for avoiding news that feels excessive, or irrelevant.Presenter: Andrea Catherwood Producer: Pauline Moore Assistant Producer: Rebecca Guthrie Executive Producer: David PrestA Whistledown Scotland production for BBC Radio 4

In this episode, Sathiya Sam explores the unique challenges high-performing men face when trying to quit pornography. He discusses how high performance can mask underlying issues, the role of self-control, and how pornography serves as a coping mechanism. Sathiya emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, effective systems for recovery, and addressing childhood patterns to achieve lasting freedom from addiction.  

In this episode, Dr. Puder hosts a conversation with Dr. Miriam Steele, a leading expert in reflective functioning (RF), mentalization, and attachment theory. They explore the origins of RF from the pioneering work of Peter Fonagy and John Bowlby in the London Parent-Child Project, its role in predicting secure attachments and sensitive parenting, and distinctions from empathy. Conversation topics include cutting-edge research on mentalization-based treatment (MBT) and transference-focused psychotherapy (TFP) for borderline personality disorder (BPD) and eating disorders, therapist RF's impact on patient outcomes, body image representations, and smartphone effects on parent-child bonds. By listening to this episode, you can earn 1.5 Psychiatry CME Credits. Link to blog Link to YouTube video Main Attachment

Traditional diagnosis codes only scratch the surface of a patient's health story. While clinical data provides critical insights, it's the social and environmental factors—where people live, how people live and more—that often shape health outcomes. On this episode, Dr. Patricia Saleeby returns to discuss the powerful synergy between the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) and social determinants of health (SDoH). Discover how embracing a more holistic approach can drive health equity and better outcomes for all. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Jamie M. Zeitzer, Ph.D., discusses new research involving circadian rhythm and how it differs in adults with ADHD compared to the general population, the consequences of circadian rhythm disruptions, and interventions to optimize your circadian clock. Resources: Natural Cycles and Circadian Rhythm Self-Test: Do You Have a Delayed Circadian Rhythm? Free Download: Sleep Disorders Linked to ADHD Read: What Comes First: ADHD or Sleep Problems? Read: The Under-Recognized Impact of Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome in ADHD Read: Seasonal Affective Disorder and the ADHD Brain Access the video and slides for podcast episode #595 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/natural-cycles-energy-levels-productivity/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Today we have Greg. He is 57 years old and from Midlothian, VA. He took his last drink on December 8th, 2025.   This episode is brought to you by:   Sign up and get 10% off: Better Help Café RE – the social app for sober people   Recovery Elevator is compiling a list of recovery stories and we're going to put them in a book called This is How We Quit. If you want to be part of this book, please submit your story. There is no sobriety time requirement. Send an email to info@recoveryelevator.com and you'll get a google form to fill out and submit your story.   If you have been thinking about joining Café RE, now is the time. The monthly price is increasing to $29 per month on March 1st. If you're already a member, your price will not increase, this is only for new membership.  Keep in mind that $29 per month is most likely a fraction of what you may have spent on alcohol per month.   [03:55] Thoughts from Paul:   Paul shares with us a beautifully written piece someone shared with him a few months ago.   In summary, they didn't quit drinking after a dramatic rock bottom, but after a quiet realization. Alcohol had become an automatic habit used to avoid feelings, slowly eroding sleep , mood, health, clarity, and self-respect. "Functioning" wasn't truly living. When they stopped lying to themselves about its cost and stopped romanticizing it, drinking felt pointless—and they simply chose honesty over pretending.   [10:12] Paul introduces Greg:   Greg is 57 years old from Midlothian, VA. For work, Greg is self-employed and does lawn, landscape and maintenance work. He has been married for 24 years, and he has four adult children, one grandchild, two dogs and a cat. For fun, Greg enjoys going to yard sales, is a big sports fan and enjoys music of all kinds.   Greg rarely drank in high school but began drinking regularly in college, which hurt his grades. After his GPA fell below 2.0, his father refused to keep paying for school unless he transferred to a Christian university. Greg initially moved out and continued partying while working a minimum-wage job but eventually accepted his father's offer. Despite strict no-drinking rules at the new school, he found ways to keep partying.   With his first child on the way after graduation, Greg got a position working in retail management. A few years later he shifted to working in the restaurant business, which found him drinking every evening after work and staying at the bar through all hours.   After his sister's sudden death, Greg's drinking intensified and shifted from social partying to drinking alone as a way to cope. He didn't see himself as an alcoholic - it just felt normal to him. When his relationship with the mother of his first two children ended, his drinking continued to worsen.   Within a few years, Greg and his current wife married and had two kids together. Greg continued to drink daily and over the years, his wife's tolerance decreased. She tried everything she could to help him stop, but eventually she began talking about divorce and separation, but he didn't believe she would do it.   In March 2025, his wife moved out. Greg had made a statement that this was just who he was, and he was done trying to quit drinking and he now believes that was the straw that broke the camel's back. He still had no interest in quitting drinking until August 2025 when he heard a voice telling him to start going back to church.   This was the catalyst Greg needed, and he surrendered control of his life to Jesus Christ and became active in his church community. He starts his mornings with reading the bible, journalling and reviewing his thoughts and feelings. He is currently starting a recovery group at his church. Greg and his wife are working on reconciliation. Now 45 days away from alcohol at the time of recording, Greg feels like a completely different person.     Recovery Elevator  This isn't a no to alcohol, But a hell yes to a better life I love you guys,     RE Instagram Sobriety Tracker iTunes  RE YouTube      

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, we step back from Justin's survivor story and examine the pattern beneath it. Justin believed in partnership. He leaned into responsibility, tried to stabilize tension, and carried the weight of keeping everything together. Over time, those strengths slowly shifted into over-functioning — where effort replaced evaluation, and stability depended increasingly on him alone. In this episode, we explore: how rapid commitment and shared responsibility can crowd out clarity why capable, dependable partners often stay longer in unstable dynamics how accusations and instability condition self-monitoring the illusion of control in relationships and how over-functioning can mask structural imbalance Click if you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@pm.me Click on the title to read about Coercive Control as Care: Signs & Patterns Sign up to our Domestic Violence Newsletter  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode of Calming Anxiety focuses on transitioning from survival mode to a state of soul alignment and spiritual grounding. In Part 3 of our "Winter Radiant Journey," titled The Energy Bloom, your guide Martin leads you through a somatic healing breath exercise designed to thaw internal tension and transform isolation into intentional connection.Experience a deep nervous system reset as you visualize a vibrant emerald green light dissolving the "cold spots" of stress in your body. Whether you are navigating high-functioning anxiety or burnout recovery, this session provides the energetic hygiene needed to create your own climate of inner peace.Episode Chapters00:00 – Finding Your Sanctuary: Transitioning from Survival to Alignment01:30 – Somatic Healing Breath: Thawing Internal Tension02:20 – Emerald Green Light Visualization for Holistic Healing03:45 – The Energy Bloom: Visualizing Your Inner Golden Light05:00 – Affirmations for Manifesting Peace & Overcoming Compassion Fatigue07:50 – 3 Caring Tips for a Positive Life09:20 – Grounding Back into the Present Moment3 Tips for a Happier, Energy-Aligned LifeThe Digital Sunset: Protect your subconscious by putting your phone in another room 30 minutes before bed.Micro-Moments of Awe: Spend 60 seconds daily observing nature (a leaf, a cloud, or light) to shift your brain from survival to appreciation mode and aid in cortisol reduction.The Power of "Not Now": Protect your energy by practicing the phrase, "I can't commit to that right now"—a kind way for empaths to hold boundaries.Join Our Community If this meditation helped you find your warmth today, please subscribe and hit the notification bell so you never miss a step in your healing journey.This show is a solo project, and your support keeps it on the road. Consider joining our Supporters Club for just $5 a month to enjoy an ad-free experience.A favor to ask: If you know someone shivering in the dark, please share this episode on your social media. You might just be the light they need today.Smile often, and to your beautiful self—be kind.

Simple Burnout Resets You Can Use Today Burnout doesn't usually arrive all at once. Most leaders only recognize it when it reaches a peak—when they can't keep up anymore, when their health starts to suffer, or it spills into their home life. But there are simple, science-backed tactics that can reduce burnout for leaders, restore focus, and reset energy during high-pressure workdays. In this episode, Blake shares insights from a recent leadership workshop and offers two simple, immediately actionable resets that help restore cognitive capacity, energy, and presence during high-pressure workdays.   Episode Highlights Why Traditional Burnout Support Falls Short [01:30] - When wellness speakers and resilience training don't solve the real problem [02:15] - Why leaders are too overloaded to engage with traditional programming [02:45] - How burnout, performance, culture, and fulfillment are interconnected The Hidden Cycle of Chronic Burnout [03:20] - Recognizing burnout at peak vs. when it actually begins [04:00] - Functioning and delivering while depleted [04:30] - The difference between performing and thriving The Three Root Drivers of Burnout [05:45] - How to know if you're aligned: What percentage of your day are you in flow? [06:30] - Subconscious beliefs that drive 90-95% of decisions [07:45] - Environmental factors that shape productivity and energy The Cognitive Impact of Stress [08:50] - Losing thinking capacity under stress [09:20] - Why feeling slower or overwhelmed is physiological, not personal failure [10:00] - What becomes possible when you operate from higher alignment Two Simple Resets That Create Immediate Relief [10:40] - Scheduling cognitive breaks  [11:30] - The four-second pattern that resets your nervous system [12:20] - Normalizing these practices with your team   Powerful Quotes "Most leaders don't recognize burnout when it begins. They recognize it when it reaches a peak, when they can't keep up anymore, when their health starts to suffer, it spills into their home life, and their mental and emotional capacity shrinks." -Blake Schofield "Burnout is really a chronic state of misalignment across three areas: being misaligned with how you're naturally wired to thrive, subconscious beliefs and conditioning, and environment." -Blake Schofield "If you're delivering the results you're delivering now, operating at 30% to at best 70% of your capacity, imagine what becomes possible when you're operating from a much higher level of alignment." -Blake Schofield "The leaders who thrive now and in this next era are the ones who learn how to work and lead in alignment with how they're wired." -Blake Schofield   Resources Mentioned Drained at the end of the day & want more presence in your life? In just 5 minutes, learn your unique burnout type™ & how to restore your energy, fulfillment & peace at www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type   The Fastest Path to Clarity, Confidence & Your Next Level of Success:  executive coaching for leaders navigating layered challenges. Whether you're burned out, standing at a crossroads, or simply know you're meant for more—you don't have to figure it out alone.  Go to impactwithease.com/coaching to apply! Ready to Future-Proof Your Leadership?  Let's explore what's possible for your team.  Whether you're navigating rapid growth, culture change, or quiet disengagement…we can help with our high-touch, root-cause focused solutions that are designed to help grow resilient, aligned & empowered leaders who navigate uncertainty with confidence and create impact without burning out,  go to https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/

Veronique de Rugy of the Mercatus Center argues that while Trump's deregulation aids growth, erratic tariffs and government industrial subsidies create uncertainty, functioning effectively as taxes that hinder the economy.1859 FIVE POINTS

In episode 520 I chat with Brad Hufford. Brad is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) who specialises in working with OCD. He is a therapist at the Behavior therapy Center of Greater Washington. We discuss Brad's OCD story, being a therapist over the last 30 years, exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP), the therapy relationship, the idea of functioning well despite distress is still a victory, motivation in ERP, words of hope and much more. Hope it helps.  Show notes: https://theocdstories.com/episode/brad-520 The podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, convenient therapy available in the US and outside the US. To find out more about NOCD, their therapy plans and if they currently take your insurance head over to https://go.treatmyocd.com/theocdstories Join many other listeners getting our weekly emails. Never miss a podcast episode or update: https://theocdstories.com/newsletter 

In this edition of Trendshakalaka!, Jack and special guest co-host Pallavi Gunalan discuss a couple of nightmare blunt rotations (feat. Tim Poole, George Santos, Piers Morgan & Nick Fuentes), Miami electing their first female mayor, Trump's big beautiful brain, FNAF breaking the box office and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.