Podcasts about mental health moment

Welcome back to another episode of the Rick's Rambles Podcast, your weekly mix of music history, storytelling, mental health reflection, and fun quirky holidays designed to inspire, inform, and entertain. This week's episode turns the spotlight on one of the most iconic American rock bands of all time—Chicago. We explore the band's fascinating history, surprising origins, and the deeper story behind their long-lasting success. From jazz-rock fusion beginnings to arena-filling hits, Chicago's journey is richer and more complex than most listeners realize. In our Mental Health Moment, we look at what it means when life doesn't go according to plan—those detours, delays, and unexpected roadblocks that can feel frustrating in the moment but often shape us in meaningful ways. It's a grounding reflection on resilience, patience, and perspective. Our Story Behind the Song features the timeless classic “The Long and Winding Road” by The Beatles. We unpack the emotional depth of the song, its creation, and the legacy it left as one of the most heartfelt compositions in modern music history. The song itself, The Long and Winding Road, continues to resonate with listeners across generations. To close out the episode, we lighten things up with our signature segment: Fun, Quirky Holidays of the Week—a celebration of the unexpected, the unusual, and the just plain fun observances you never knew existed. Whether you're here for music history, personal reflection, or a little weekly joy, this episode of Rick's Rambles delivers a thoughtful and engaging journey through sound, story, and everyday life.   If you'd like to support the Rick's Rambles Podcast, you can simply share it on your own social media and let others know what you're listening to.   If you'd like to stream some of my music, here's a spotify link  

Breakfast with the Beats A Familiar Face Welcome to the tenth episode of Breakfast with the Beats. Mike and Dave return with a very special episode, as Christopher Torres joins the show. The gang reminisces as they reunite for this week while discussing their biggest team surprises in 2026. Afterward, the guys talk about the remarkable season of Brandon Marsh, what is happening in Las Vegas this past week, and the ups and downs of Reid Detmers. Then, the guys go through the analytical metrics that they typically use when analyzing and predicting pitching and pitcher performance. Next, the guys give some players that they're targeting. Players discussed: Shane Drohan Casey Mize Hurston Waldrep Bryce Miller Noah Cameron Matt Liberatore Finally, the guys talk about balancing life, family, and more in this week's Mental Health Moment. Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are discussing - The Psychology of Happiness. You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  If you have a topic, you would like us to address in a future Mental Health Moment, let us know. Email us at ⁠Info@LifeLivedBetter.net⁠ We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

Breakfast with the Beats Aging Players   Welcome back to another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. In this edition, Mike and Dave are back discussing: Bullpen options that could get saves down the road. Players discussed: Bradgley Rodriguez Dylan Lee Alex Lange Wilber Dotel Sam Moll Then they examine three beat writer articles: Will we ever believe in Royce Lewis again? Are the Mets doomed to fail? Is Kyle Harrison an ace? After that, the guys look at players who are struggling and examine if it's due to the aging process. Players discussed: Eugenio Suárez Christian Yelich Corey Seager Manny Machado Salvador Perez Then, the guys go over how much longer we will see this level of play from some aging players and figure out who may stay productive longer. Players discussed: Aaron Judge Mike Trout Chris Sale Jacob deGrom Finally, the Mental Health Moment, where Mike and Dave discuss their own approach to the aging process. Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Show Notes: Author Erin Mitchell Crawford shares her journey through loss following the death of her nine-year-old son, Hayes. Erin discusses her book, Held: 30 Days of Prayer Through Grief, which originated from her own raw prayers and reflections during her darkest moments. The conversation explores how faith provides a foundation when navigating heartbreak and emphasizes that grief, while personal, does not have to be solitary. In our Mental Health Moment, our hosts share how they personally interrupt a feeling of being stuck to break through moments of mental paralysis and return with a refreshed perspective. And then, honor Hayes Crawford as our Donor Hero, celebrating his life and legacy.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are discussing - Mental Health and Nutrition. You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  If you have a topic, you would like us to address in a future Mental Health Moment, let us know. Email us at Info@LifeLivedBetter.net We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

Breakfast with the Beats Categorical Leaders   Welcome back for another edition of Breakfast with the Beats In this episode, Mike and Dave talk about:   Their problems with FAAB and some of the ways to get better Beat Writer Roundup: Can the Nationals sustain this level of play? Is Cristopher Sánchez baseball's best pitcher? Why are Bryce Miller and Luis Castillo sleepless in Seattle? The top three players in each of the ten fantasy baseball categories and how likely they are to finish there. Players discussed: HR: Kyle Schwarber, Yordan Alvarez, Munetaka Murakami RBI: Andy Pages, CJ Abrams, Matt Olson (and Liam Hicks) R: James Wood, Brice Turang, Munetaka Murakami SB: Nasim Nuñez, José Ramírez, Oneil Cruz BA: Otto Lopez, Luis Arraez, Brandon Marsh W: Gavin Williams, Chris Sale, Davis Martin (and Aaron Ashby) SV Cade Smith, Mason Miller, Bryan Baker ERA: Cristopher Sánchez, Cam Schlittler, Nick Martinez WHIP: Jacob Misiorowski, Cam Schlittler, Paul Skenes K: Jacob Misiorowski, Cristopher Sánchez, Dylan Cease In our Mental Health Moment, the guys talk about managing work, life, and their own happiness. Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are discussing - Healing Requires AccountabilityYou can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  If you have a topic, you would like us to address in a future Mental Health Moment, let us know. Email us at Info@LifeLivedBetter.netWe would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us.And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are discussing - Not Everything Needs to be Healed!You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  If you have a topic, you would like us to address in a future Mental Health Moment, let us know.We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

Breakfast with the Beats Big Names, Bigger Worries?   Welcome to Breakfast with the Beats! Mike and Dave are back with another episode. In this edition: Mike and Dave discuss the one player whose end-of-the-year stats they want to see most: Dave - Mason Miller Mike - Miguel Vargas Then the guys discuss three different articles from around the league, discussing the following topics: Rico Garcia and his ascension into one of baseball's best relievers The Rockies and their hitting developments in the minor leagues How Nolan Arenado found his groove Afterward, Mike and Dave dig deep on some underperforming hitters that they're rostering and explain whether or not they're concerned or not about what lies ahead for each of the following: Cal Raleigh Salvador Perez José Ramírez Pete Alonso Dansby Swanson Nico Hoerner Finally, in our Mental Health Moment, the guys discuss their level of happiness and fulfillment. Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are discussing - Healing isn't always peaceful!You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  If you have a topic, you would like us to address in a future Mental Health Moment, let us know.We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

BWB 005 - First Round Concerns Breakfast with the Beats   Welcome back to Breakfast with the Beats! Mike and Dave are here talking about: The team that has been hit the hardest by injuries so far If the Rays can sustain this form of excellence Mike's reasons for optimism in Chicago How the Angels are the American League's version of the Rockies The concerns they have with Shohei Ohtani The injury to Tarik Skubal Pitching injuries around the league Their draft strategies and whether they need to change Finally, in this week's Mental Health Moment, the guys discuss their relationship with professional sports. Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Emily Reidford is here just in time for Mental Health Month! What exactly is mental health? Great question and we discuss that with Emily! Click for more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are discussing - You can't manifest your way out of trauma!You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  If you have a topic, you would like us to address in a future Mental Health Moment, let us know.We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are discussing - Changing Procrastination!You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  If you have a topic, you would like us to address in a future Mental Health Moment, let us know.We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

Show Notes: In this episode, we have an inspiring conversation with Christian Bergeron about his daughter and donor hero, Elleanor "Ella" Claire Bergeron. Christian and his family created the Elleanor Claire Memorial Foundation. Discover how the Foundation aims to comfort donor families through dedicated memorial sites within all 64 of Louisiana's parishes. The sites honor Ella and all children who have given the gift of life through donation, inspiring others to continue offering hope with those gifts. Then in our Mental Health Moment, we examine questions to ask ourselves to focus on prioritizing and sharpening our own self-care tactics, and then we honor donor hero, Rylee Skye.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are discussing - Defining Procrastination!You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  If you have a topic, you would like us to address in a future Mental Health Moment, let us know.We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

Emily Reidford is back from the Easter Seals Rehab Center with a simple trick to feel better in both mind and body - just *move*! Click to hear why it works!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are discussing - Professional Networking!You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  If you have a topic, you would like us to address in a future Mental Health Moment, let us know.We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

Show Notes: We sit down with retired physician, Dr. Matthew Harmody, whose life took on new purpose after becoming a living kidney donor in 2017. What began as a personal decision to give the gift of life has grown into a powerful mission of advocacy, and his advocacy has reached new heights, literally. Dr. Harmody, alongside four fellow living donors, set out to climb the highest peak in every U.S. state in just 41 days. Dr. Harmody is proving that organ donation is the beginning of a bold new chapter. His book, Ascending America chronicles breathtaking summits, and the science behind why living donors often thrive after donation. In our Mental Health Moment, we discuss how to prioritize rest and hone in on the type of rest that is restorative, and then, honor hero Dexter Landry.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are discussing - Digital Detox!You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  If you have a topic, you would like us to address in a future Mental Health Moment, let us know. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are discussing - how mindfulness can support our mental health.You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  If you have a topic, you would like us to address in a future Mental Health Moment, let us know. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

Show Notes: In this episode, we celebrate generosity and the impact of stepping forward to give the gift of life to a stranger. Andrea Childers, a living kidney donor, and Jennifer Davis, her transplant recipient, join us to reflect on the journey that saved Jennifer's life. Andrea's confidence in giving the gift of life set in motion a life-changing path for both of them. Together, they open up about the emotions and hope that has carried them through. In our Mental Health Moment, we focus to discuss tips for reducing distractions and honing in on what you want, and then, honor donor hero Gary Champagne.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are discussing - Sitting with Uncomfortable Feelings - without fixing them!You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  If you have a topic, you would like us to address in a future Mental Health Moment, let us know. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are discussing - The Impact Social Media Has on Mental Health. You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  If you have a topic, you would like us to address in a future Mental Health Moment, let us know. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

Show Notes: On this episode of The Gifted Life Podcast, we share a 30-year journey rooted in service as we highlight the extraordinary impact of longtime donation advocate and LOPA Board Member David Puckett. David reflects on his family's transplant journey with his daughter, Lauren, a journey that led him to become her living kidney donor for her first lifesaving transplant. That selfless gift, followed by a second kidney transplant, made countless milestones possible including the unforgettable moment David walked Lauren down the aisle. Beyond his role as a devoted father and living donor, David has given years of dedicated service to LOPA's Board of Directors, helping guide the organization's mission and champion donor families, recipients, and the lifesaving power of donation. His leadership, compassion and advocacy have left a lasting mark on LOPA and is a celebration of the moments made possible through the gift of life. In our Mental Health Moment, we discuss tips for examining what is important to you and how to fill your life with moments that matter, and then, we honor donor hero, Walker Johnson.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are discussing - Burnout. You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  If you have a topic, you would like us to address in a future Mental Health Moment, let us know. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

Show Notes: We welcome Beth Sparks, mother of donor hero Clayton Sparks, to share more about her son whose legacy continues to touch so many lives. Clayton, became an organ donor at the age of 24, and was the inspiration for the children's book Clayton Sparks Leaves His Mark, written by Abby Gray, the wife of Clayton's liver recipient. Beth reflects on Clayton's vibrant personality, his compassion, and the impact he made in his short life. Hear how telling his story continues to bring comfort and inspires others to consider organ donation. In our Mental Health Moment, we offer practical tips for processing memories in a positive, productive manner, and then, honor hero Justin Bonvillian.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are discussing - Comparison. You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  If you have a topic, you would like us to address in a future Mental Health Moment, let us know. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are discussing - Grief & Loss. You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  If you have a topic, you would like us to address in a future Mental Health Moment, let us know. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

Show Notes: On this episode of The Gifted Life Podcast, we welcome Abby Gray, author of Clayton Sparks Leaves His Mark and Impatiently Waiting for Miracles. In January 2017, Abby began writing as a therapeutic outlet while she and her husband, Reid, faced serious health challenges. Four years later, their lives changed forever when Reid received a liver transplant through a directed donation from organ donor Clayton Sparks. Abby shares how her family and the Sparks family have become forever connected through the powerful ripple effect of organ donation. In our Mental Health Moment, we talk about ways grief can manifest in our lives, and discuss tips to cope with that loss in a positive manner. Then, we honor donor hero, Skylar Guidry.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are talking Resilience. You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  If you have a topic, you would like us to address in a future Mental Health Moment, let us know. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are talking Taking Mental health to Work.You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

Show Notes: On this episode we shine a spotlight on an incredible woman whose story combines generosity and advocacy with a touch of pageant sparkle. Jeri Gill, an altruistic living kidney donor, was recently crowned 2025 Ms. Senior World Louisiana in the 60's age category. Jeri's platform is organ donation, and she uses her voice to champion the gift of donation. Don't miss Jeri's inspiring journey, her passion for donation, and how she continues to turn her personal gift into a movement of hope. Then in our Mental Health Moment, we chat about the various roles in our everyday lives, and offer practical tips for navigating those different roles with ease, then we pause to honor donor hero, Lainey Glaze.

The Fantasy Baseball BeatFBB 037 - The Brew Crew with Curt HoggWelcome to the Fantasy Baseball Beat. The gang discusses:Their wishes for the final weekend of the seasonTheir votes for the AL MVP race between Cal Raleigh and Aaron JudgeThe Brewers' bullpen in 2026Christian Yelich and his ADP.Before Curt Hogg joins the show to discuss:Logan Henderson and Jacob Misiorowski for this season and beyondBullpen decisions to be madePocket Pancakes with Pat MurphyThe rise of Jesus Made and Luis PenaThe fall of Brandon WoodruffCurt's prediction for the Brewers in the playoffs.Finally, we have our Mental Health Moment, where we discuss the power of gratitude. Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are talking organization.You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

The Fantasy Baseball BeatThe Rise of Konnor Griffin w/Pirates Beat Writer Noah Hiles Welcome to The Fantasy Baseball Beat!In today's episode, Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins us to discuss all things Pittsburgh Pirates. Players discussed:Oneil CruzKonnor GriffinBubba ChandlerBraxton AshcraftPaul SkenesDennis Santanaand many more!Then, Mike and Dave join Chris to discuss their favorite Pirates players heading into the 2026 season and speculate on where Oneil Cruz will and should land in drafts next year.Finally, for our Mental Health Moment, we discuss the books that have had the most profound effect on our well-being. Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Fantasy Baseball BeatCleveland Rocks - with Henry Palattella from MLB.com Welcome to The Fantasy Baseball BeatOn this episode, the guys are back together, and they welcome Henry Palattella from MLB.com to talk Cleveland Guardians baseball. Topics discussed:How good can the rotation be with the likes of Gavin Williams, Tanner Bibbee, Slade Cecconi, Parker Messick, Logan Allen, and Joey Cantillo?Can John Means crack this rotation?Is Lane Thomas an everyday player once he returns?Are Travis Bazzana and Chase DeLauter the real deal?What's the latest on Emmanuel Clase?How good can Cade Smith be?After that, the guys get into their favourite players for the Guardians in 2026.Before they move on, Chris and Mike call Dave out for his fears about "Top 5 player" José Ramírez.Finally, our Mental Health Moment, where the guys discuss how sports are a great channel that can bring people together. Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network

Show Notes: On this episode of The Gifted Life Podcast we welcome Miss Louisiana's Teen 2025, Virginia Kirkpatrick. 17 year old Virginia is an impressive leader on every level, but what really stood out is her Community Service Initiative to educate and encourage registration as an organ and tissue donor, “Life After Mine: Your Choice, Their Chance. Virginia shares her journey to the crown and why donation advocacy is so close to her heart. In our Mental Health Moment, we first ask the simple question “How are you?" We discuss ways to pause and really examine our feelings and tactics for embracing those feelings. Then, we honor donor hero Bret Flowers.

Thank you for listening to another Mental Health Moment, from the Life Lived Better podcast, where we quickly provide insight into issues that affect most of us,In this episode, we are talking cyberbullying.You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Just a reminder - anything shared in this, and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.  We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

The Fantasy Baseball BeatIs it Safe to Drop These Players? Welcome to The Fantasy Baseball BeatIn today's episode, the guys go over their fantasy MVP and Cy Young candidates....players who have been helpful all season. Players discussed:Cal RaleighJeff HoffmanRiley GreeneGarret CrochetThen the guys look at underperforming players and figure out if they could or should be dropped down the stretch for a hot hand. With fantasy playoffs around the corner, here are some considerations:Oneil CruzWillson ContrerasJackson MerrillSteven KwanLawrence ButlerIan HappNick CastellanosLuis CastilloAaron NolaKodai SengaTanner BibeeMacKenzie GoreJose BerriosSeth LugoFinally, our Mental Health Moment, where we talk about being parents to children at an age where they may not need us as much as they used to. Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network

Dr. Cochran is a transpersonal psychologist, licensed clinical social worker, life coach, hypnotherapist, educator, social media personality, and author with more than 25 years of clinical experience.With a deep commitment to the health and well-being of her patients, Dr. Cochran takes a whole-person approach to mental health and wellness. She integrates traditional ego psychology, transpersonal psychology, and energy psychology, offering her patients a comprehensive toolkit to achieve their goals and turn aspirations into reality.Her expertise and unique approach have earned her recognition across national and international media, including features on BBC, ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX affiliates, CBS Radio, Healthline, Yahoo Life, Total Beauty, Media News Group, and Mercury News, among many others.Beyond her written work in outlets such as the Huffington Post, Dr. Cochran has been a regular guest on NBC Sacramento's morning show and has hosted radio programs including Wisdom, Love and Magic and A Mental Health Moment.

The Fantasy Baseball BeatSurviving Spencer Strider with Stephen Tolbert Welcome to The Fantasy Baseball BeatIn today's episode, we welcome Stephen Tolbert to the show to discuss all things Atlanta Braves. Topics discussed:Stephen's work at the Hammer Territory and SB NationMichael Harris II and his roller coaster of a seasonBuy or sell for 2026?Spencer Strider and his disastrous seasonBuy or sell for 2026?Hurston Waldrep and his resurgenceJoey Wentz and his comebackThe Braves and their ability to develop pitchingChris Sale and his rehabAustin Riley and his injuryRonald Acuña Jr. and his approach to the seasonBuy or sell for 2026?Alex Anthopolous and the outlook for next seasonFinally, in our Mental Health Moment, the guys discuss what's important for them these days and what helps them maintain a positive outlook. Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network

The Interplay of Mind and Body with Dr. Margaret Cochran: Overcoming Fear and InflammationSee the Full Interview at https://youtu.be/PMnQIw7fNEwDr. Margaret Cochran is a licensed clinical social worker, life coach, hypnotherapist, educator, social media personality, and author with over 25 years of experience in helping individuals achieve their personal and professional goals.Throughout her career, Dr. Cochran has been featured in numerous media outlets nationwide, and she regularly contributes to the Huffington Post, appears on NBC Sacramento's morning show, and has hosted radio programs such as “Wisdom, Love and Magic” and “A Mental Health Moment.”Dr. Cochran is a transpersonal psychologist, licensed clinical social worker, life coach, hypnotherapist, educator, social media personality and author with more than 25 years of clinical experience. A seasoned professional dedicated to the health and well-being of all her patients, Dr. Cochran takes a whole person approach to mental health and wellness. She seamlessly interweaves traditional ego psychology, transpersonal psychology and energy psychology affording her patients every tool possible to achieve their goals and make their dreams a reality. Dr. Cochran has been featured in a range of media outlets throughout the country including BBC, ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX affiliates, CBS Radio, Healthline, Yahoo Life, Total Beauty, Media News Group, Mercury News, and many additional outlets. In addition to the Huffington Post, she has also been featured regularly on NBC Sacramento's morning show and hosted radio programs such as, “Wisdom, Love and Magic” and “A Mental Health Moment.”In this insightful episode, Dr. Margaret Cochran, also known as 'the relationship doctor,' delves into the intricate connection between the mind and body. She explains how fear and inflammation work hand in hand to affect our health and shares powerful methods to mitigate these effects. Dr. Cochran discusses her unique background in clinical social work, psychology, metaphysics, and wildlife rehabilitation, offering fascinating stories and practical advice. Learn about energy psychology, hypnotherapy, and the transformative power of gratitude. Discover how to challenge 'shoulds,' cultivate empathy, and rewire your brain for resilience.00:00 Introduction: The Two Causes of Sickness00:30 Meet Dr. Margaret Cochran01:10 Exploring Metaphysics and Traditional Physics01:50 Therapeutic Approaches and Fear03:32 The Interplay of Mind and Body04:31 Hypnosis and Its Applications05:45 Understanding Trance and Hypnosis08:15 Anchoring Techniques for Compulsive Behaviors11:26 Teaching Compassion and Empathy14:59 Dr. Cochran's Books and Their Themes18:41 Daily Practices for Self-Development20:07 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsIn this insightful episode featuring **Dr. Margaret Cochran**, a **relationship doctor** with a unique background in **wildlife rehabilitation**, we explore the profound **mind-body connection**. Dr. Cochran delves into how **fear** and **inflammation** are deeply intertwined, affecting our **holistic health** and **wellness**. She discusses practical ways to achieve **resilience** and personal growth by utilizing techniques from **transpersonal psychology**, **energy psychology**, and **hypnotherapy**. The conversation highlights the importance of **gratitude**, **empathy**, and **compassion** as powerful tools for rewiring the brain. The discussion also touches upon deeper metaphysical concepts, such as **quantum entanglement** and the **interconnectedness of humanity**, and how they relate to healing and personal transformation. By understanding the brain's role and challenging limiting beliefs, listeners are equipped to overcome fear, mitigate stress, and foster a...

Show Notes: On this episode, we sit down with donor mom and author Maggie Fanara, whose debut book is titled Beautifully Broken. Maggie opens up about the lies she once believed about herself, and how God met her in the depths of abuse, heartbreak, and loss to rewrite her story. Maggie invites us into her journey of healing and purpose where she discusses what it means to break toxic cycles and speak life over your future, even when you feel broken beyond repair. Don't miss this empowering conversation. In our Mental Health Moment we offer tips for setting and communicating your boundaries and then, we circle back to our guest, Maggie, who honors her son and donor hero, Caiden Stokes.

The Fantasy Baseball BeatDavey Downer The gang is back with an all-new episode.First, the guys talk about their best free agent pickups over the past week. Find out what Mike has been up to as well as who Dave laid the hammer down upon.Then, the guys examine two beat writer articles, examining the youth in Washington, specifically Brady House, and the positives coming out of Boston with the recent trading away of Rafael Devers.After that, three of them examine hot hitters and pitchers and see if these recent streaks are for real. Players discussed:Nick KurtzAlejandro KirkMax MuncySpencer SchwellenbachCharlie MortonWill WarrenChad PatrickDave discusses three injuries that he's keeping an eye on and reveals why he thinks they're important. players discussed:Alex BregmanCole RagansJackson MerrillMike goes over four bullpens and discusses players he's watching. Players discussed:Matt StrahmOrion KerkeringReid DetmersRobert GarciaLuke JacksonChris MartinDevin WilliamsLuke WeaverFinally, our Mental Health Moment, where we recognize June as Men's Mental Health Month and discuss the strategies we use to approach the subject of mental health with other male friends. What's the best way to have that difficult discussion? Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network

The Fantasy Baseball BeatBullpen Bonanza The Fantasy Baseball Beat is back with a bullpen-heavy episode. Every team's bullpen is discussed with analysis, insight, and tips on how to manage the most difficult position to project. Topics discussed:How each team attacks the closer positionThe difference between listening to the manager's words as opposed to watching what the manager doesHigh-leverage situations versus full-fledged closersClosers-by-committeesIndividual stats that stand outHow contracts can dictate opportunitiesAfter that, we have the Mental Health Moment, where the idea of taking a moment and pressing the pause button can be a valuable practice before we go on the attack. How important is it to take stock of a situation, process what happened, and then make an informed decision based on facts and not just raw emotions? Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network

Brewers to Buy w/ Curt HoggThe guys are back, and this week's guest is all things Brewers. Curt Hogg joins us to discuss the following topics:Jackson Chourio and his slow startJoey Ortiz and the disappointing beginning to the seasonLogan Henderson and his early career numbersBrice Turang and his 2025 improvementsInjury updates on Brandon Woodruff and Garrett MitchellThe vibe around this teamProspects to monitorJacob Misiorowski and his potentialWe then play a guessing game, as Mike tries to list the Top 10 home run leaders and Dave tries to list the Top 10 stolen Base leaders.Dave then discusses a player that worries him immensely: Bryce MillerFinally, the Mental Health Moment discusses breathing and its importance for our everyday functioning. Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network

Mike and Dave (and possibly Chris) are back with another episode of The Fantasy Baseball Beat. In this edition, the guys discuss:Rafael Devers and the Boston Red Sox situation at first baseTheir best free agent pickups this season in fantasyIs this Javier Báez resurgance for real?Can Gavin Lux carve out and maintain a role on the Reds?Then, they look through Eno Sarris and his ten early-season trends that warrant attention. From his list, the guys discuss:The Dodgers' pitching woesWhat to expect from Michael Toglia and the Rockies going forward.The disappointment that is known as Yusei KikuchiFinally, the guys have their Mental Health Moment and discuss the ways that they spoil themselves when warranted. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

Fantasy Baseball BeatInteresting Rest-of-Season ProjectionsThe guys are back to discuss all things baseball.They start with Breaking News, as Jake Burger got demoted.Then the guys discuss their own fantasy teams, discussing progress and mistakes that they've made.After that, the following rest-of-season projections are examined. Players discussed:Pete Crow-ArmstrongTommy EdmanCedric MullinsTyler SoderstromPete AlonsoHunter BrownMacKenzie GoreYusei KikuchiDylan CeaseKris BubicLooking at injuries, Mike and Chris ask Dave about updates to players they are rostering. Players discussed:George KirbyGerrit ColeLogan GilbertJackson MerrillJosh LoweZach EflinJazz Chisholm Jr.Spencer SteerJustin SteeleLooking at bullpens, Mike discusses the key situations for some teams in dire need of clarity. Players discussed:Emmanuel ClaseCade SmithKyle FinneganEmilio PagánGraham AshcraftAlexis DíazLuke JacksonFinally, our Mental Health Moment of the Week: How is mental health like a bank account with withdrawals and deposits? And how do the guys make sure that their account is always on the plus side? Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network