All Things Life with Niro Feliciano
179 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 110 ratingsThe "All Things Life" Podcast is about just that- everything that has the power to impact who we are and how we do relationships. Niro Feliciano, cognitive psychotherapist, offers practical strategies she has developed over the last 15 years in private practice and invites you into conversations with authors, speakers, mental health and wellness specialists and other experts to help you live your fullest life. Niro talks openly and honestly about relationships, marriage, parenting, friendships, anxiety and fear, race, culture, identity, sex, and spirituality- there is definitely something for everyone!Niro will also release a weekly bonus episode called "Soul Full Sundays" for those listeners who are people of faith or curious about the faith life. Season one premieres on March 21st, her 44th birthday, and will offer advice, support and information on Coping With The New Normal of COVID-19.Niro is a wife, mom of 4 and and ivy league trained therapist in private practice for the last 15 years. Niro is often featured in Parents Magazine, Today's Parents, NBC news, Fox 61 and Cheddar TV sharing her expertise on mental health and relationships. For more info about Niro visit her website at nirofeliciano.com
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Episodes
New Year, Same You?
January 10, 2022 13:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBWe often begin the new year with resolutions that 64% of people give up on within a month. Creating sustainable new habits is a different process entirely. In this podcast I talk about how to set meaningful intentions leading to meeting goals that reflect what is important in your life-and ones that will actually last.
Prepare Him Room—Making Room for Your Blessing
December 24, 2021 14:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBThis episode is not just for Christmas, but we can learn a lot about getting ready for what's ahead through the Christmas story. A New Year won't be new unless we begin to do things differently. Do you actually have room in your life for the blessings you have been asking for? I didn't until I made room both in my life and in myself. Today I share how you can get ready, too.
How To Be Less Stressed and More Present This Holiday
December 14, 2021 01:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBAll is calm? Not quite. With two weeks to go, many of us find ourselves stressed and distracted, making it hard to feel the holiday magic. Here are a few tips on how to manage a hectic holiday and find a little more peace on earth.
SoulFull Sunday: When Bad Things Happen to Good People
November 21, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBFernanda Scott is a beautiful, successful, happily married young mom of two little boys—and she had a life-changing stroke. She knows that bad things do happen to good people. This is her story about her hard thing and how her life was changed in ways that she could never have imagined...for good.
Vaccinate Your 5- to 11-Year-Old Kids? Questions Answered!
November 09, 2021 05:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBPediatrician Dr. Krissy—my baby sis—joins me to discuss all your questions about the Covid vaccine and kids ages 5 to 11. Stay with us until the end as we also talk about "vaccine judgment" and how to think through relationships and have more productive conversations with people who feel differently than you about this issue. __ Be sure to talk with your own doctor before making medical decisions.
The Blessing of the Battle
October 31, 2021 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBWalking by faith is hard especially when you are feeling overwhelmed and afraid. Don’t I know it! But one thing I have seen, if we look for God in these moments- these are the times we can witness the beauty and faithfulness of God in new and amazing ways. Today I talk about one of my battles as a mom of kids with life threatening food allergies.
Overwhelmed by Overwhelm
October 07, 2021 04:00 - 47 minutes - 32.3 MBI'm back after a long break and have quite a story to tell you. If you often feel overwhelmed, this episode is for you. Here I will share with you what I have had to do in the last month to manage stress, anxiety, and overwhelm—and what you can do, too!
SoulFull Sunday: When Life Knocks The Wind Out Of You
August 22, 2021 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBErica Shuelke woke up one morning to walk her dog in the beautiful California sunshine as usual and a few moments later nearly lost her life. She joins me to share her story of fear, faith and a second chance at living an intentional life.
SoulFull Sunday: When Life Knocks The Wind Out Of You with Erica Schuelke
August 22, 2021 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBErica Schuelke woke up one morning to walk her dog in the beautiful California sunshine as usual and a few moments later nearly lost her life. She joins me to share her story of fear, faith and a second chance at living an intentional life.
Slow Your Roll: Why We Don’t and Why We Need To
August 01, 2021 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBRest, self-care, and sleep—so important. But most of us are lacking in each of these areas. We were not created to go, go, go 24/7, but the culture we live in doesn’t accept much less. In this episode, I talk about how we can slow down and exactly what we will experience when we do.
SoulFull Sunday: In the Boat Faith
June 20, 2021 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBHaving faith is a journey that ebbs and flows. Even after years of knowing God, sometimes I have great faith and sometimes not so much. Yet when we are paying attention and listening God will speak in unique and incredible ways to remind us that He is closer than we realize. Today I share a story of how God made that very clear to me.
Kids and the Covid Vaccine with Dr. Krissy Satchi
May 30, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBVaccinating our kids was a big decision for our family and I talked with many specialists who helped me make an informed decision. Today my sister, pediatrician Dr. Krissy Satchi, joins me to answer many of the questions that you might be asking. Some of the studies that we speak of are linked below: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/fullarticle/2773981 https://fortune.com/2021/05/05/diabetes-covid19-after-effects-children/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC792...
SoulFull Sunday: How To Do The Hard Things
May 16, 2021 04:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBWe have heard that we can do hard things. So where do we begin? Today I am sharing practices that I have been using both for myself and my clients when we are faced with overwhelm, frustration, confusion or just looking for direction. Talking about the practices we know from the research that will help as well as spiritually what God has to say about these moments in our lives.
SoulFull Sunday: A Few Words on Mothering with Dr. Raji Satchi
May 09, 2021 04:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBI couldn't think of a better person to have on the podcast this Mother's Day than my mama. Dr. Raji Satchi is a pediatrician who has been caring for her patients for the last 45 years. She is a mother to three adult daughters and knows a lot about raising kids. Her faith is inspiring and I'm so grateful for what she is sharing with all of us today.
When You Are Not Enough
April 03, 2021 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBI don't know about you but I have those moments when I know I'm not enough. Easter is a good reminder that I actually don't have to be. In this episode I talk about why now I'm just fine with that.
Happy Birthday All Things Life! Part 1
March 21, 2021 04:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBGo Shorty! All Things Life is 1 Year Old! Today we look back on a year of conversations and stories from SoulFull Sundays. It's amazing what a year brings and how much you forget. I'm so grateful to all of you who continue to listen and support the podcast. Looking forward to sharing a look back on our wellness episodes next week.
One Year Later with Dr Nikki Greene
March 14, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBSo none of us thought we’d be here one year later, but here we are. My dear friend Dr. Nikki Greene and I talk about what this year has brought to the table for many of us. Dr. Green is an assistant professor of Art History at Wellesley College and shares her journey over the last year which is nothing short of inspiring. Today we celebrate how far all of us have come in the face of a global pandemic.
SoulFull Sunday: Dream Big: Discovering Your Purpose
March 07, 2021 05:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBThis is probably my most favorite talk that I have ever done from 2019. I was in a room full of over 200 women and there was an electrifying energy there. I talk about purpose because we struggle with this a lot, yet God is so willing to show us what this really means if we are willing to let go of our own ideas and embrace His. Hope it blesses you today.
Does Black History Month Honor Black People? with Carrie Amos and Charneil Bush
February 28, 2021 05:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBAs we end February I wanted to invite a few beloved friends to talk about how to celebrate black history month in a way that honors Black people. They share what this month means to them as Black people, how we can talk to our kids about it and what we should continue to think about the other 11 months of the year so that our efforts this month truly mean something. I know this conversation will both inspire you and make you think as it did me.
SoulFull Sunday: Bring What You Have
February 21, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBMany people I know have hit a wall this past week. Feeling depleted, overwhelmed or just tired.. but we don't have to go it alone. This week I talk about how we are never called to do life in our own strength and what can happen when we choose faith over fear.
Part 2: Loving, Honoring, and Caring for Your Aging Parent with Dr Kristen Abott
February 10, 2021 05:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBThis pandemic has been a difficult time to navigate relationships especially with older parents. Today I continue the conversation on caregiving and aging parents with Psychologist Dr. Kristen Abott who shares her professional expertise and personal experience with us on the joys and challenges of the sandwich generation.
Part 2: Loving, Honoring, and Caring for Your Aging Parent with Dr Kristen Abbott
February 10, 2021 05:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBThis pandemic has been a difficult time to navigate relationships especially with older parents. Today I continue the conversation on caregiving and aging parents with Psychologist Dr. Kristen Abbott who shares her professional expertise and personal experience with us on the joys and challenges of the sandwich generation.
SoulFull Sunday: Part 1: Loving, Honoring and Caring for Your Aging Parent
January 31, 2021 05:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBIs it true that God really won't give you more than you can handle? Rebecca Gallagher shares her story about caring for her father who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease. Whether you can relate to the situation of aging parents or not, she has a powerful message for anyone who is facing something they never asked for especially in this season.
Dreaming Bigger with Dr. Krissy Satchi and Carrie Amos
January 20, 2021 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBInauguration Day seemed like the perfect day to talk about what happens when all of us come together regardless of beliefs for the greater good. Dr. Krissy Satchi and Carrie Amos, LCSW join me in this episode to talk about what they witnessed in Operation Christmas Miracle and the incredible power we wield together. Do we dare dream bigger together for the rest of 2021?
How's Your 2021 Going So Far?
January 17, 2021 05:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBIt's been a year and we are only 17 days in! Off social media, I've had time to think about a lot of things. Here are my new year thoughts about distraction, living with intention, the implications of race and the insurrection.
Finding Hope for 2021
December 30, 2020 05:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBIt's been a year. For many of you hope is hard to find right now and we all get that. Is 2021 really going to be that different? Pastor Brenda Thorn of Hillsong NY talks about where we can find hope no matter what happens in the next few months. This is a great episode to end this year offering perspective and truth to take us into the new year.
SoulFull Sunday: Finding Contentment at Christmas Part 4 - Get a Room
December 20, 2020 22:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBTalking about what it means to make room this Christmas to experience the true blessings of the season in this final episode in our advent series. How do we make room for God and what do we need to let go of to walk by faith. My Bronx-turned-Texan friend Sonia Thomas joins me once again to close out this holiday series.
Holiday Stress? Let It Go!
December 16, 2020 05:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBYou might not be frozen yet, but what a great reminder for 2020! Yes, stress has not been canceled in 2020, but there are things you can do about it. Join my colleague Dr. Lisa Fraidin and I as we talk about how stress looks a little different this holiday and what you can do to still have a happy one.
Holiday Stress? Let It Go!
December 16, 2020 05:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBYou might not be frozen yet, but what a great reminder for 2020! Yes, stress has not been canceled in 2020, but there are things you can do about it. Join my colleague Dr. Lisa Fraidin and I as we talk about how stress looks a little different this holiday and what you can do to still have a happy one.
SoulFull Sunday: Finding Contentment at Christmas Part 3 - What the flock?? Why Shepherds?
December 13, 2020 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBContinuing our advent series and today I talk about the "suddenlys" in life and how God turned an ordinary moment into an extraordinary one and can do the same today if we are ready and willing.
SoulFull Sunday: Finding Contentment At Christmas Part 2 - Who’s Your Daddy? The Story of Joseph
December 06, 2020 06:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBHow do you do the thing God has called you to do when it means great risk, potential loss and even stigma? What if it’s not even natural and out of your comfort zone? We can learn a lot about what it takes from Joseph the chosen father of Jesus. Check out Part 1 Something About Mary if you missed it, too!
SoulFull Sunday: Finding Contentment at Christmas Part 1 - Something About Mary
November 29, 2020 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBThis is the first episode of a 4 week Advent series. The Christmas Story was not exactly what we think of it now- calm, serene and full of light. In fact uncertainty, unmet expectations and fear were central to this epic tale of the birth of our Savior. I can't imagine a more relevant story for 2020. These characters could not be more meaningful today as we face many of the same emotions and today we begin with Mary.
SoulFull Sunday: The Transformative Power of Gratitude
November 22, 2020 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBGratitude may be a little harder this Thanksgiving, but it IS still possible. I’m talking about how this simple practice has incredible power to change your life physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. In this episode you will learn why it’s important not only for you but for your entire family and how to practice it in simple and effective ways.
SoulFull Sunday: When Water Becomes Wine
November 15, 2020 05:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBOften we find ourselves in a season of waiting, but it's good to remember that God has the ability to do anything in a moment. In this episode, I share some exciting news and a moment where I have witnessed this happen. If you are looking for hope right now this is the episode for you.
Exploring Spirituality: The Search for Answers with Sonni Abatta
November 11, 2020 05:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBAre you spiritual or religious and what is the difference really? Today journalist and host of the show We Gotta Talk Sonni Abatta joins me to share her journey with exploring her spirituality looking for answers to questions many of us are having these days. We talk about the bible, church, mediums and astrology and what it all really means in light of 2020.
SoulFull Sunday: How Do We Heal a Church Divided
November 08, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBSo we have a president and now where do we go from here? Our nation and especially our churches have experienced incredible division and things we can’t unsee. Today my good friend Amy Julia Becker joins me to talk about why this election was especially divisive and how we can take steps to heal.
Covid in the Schools with Dr. Kelly Fradin
November 04, 2020 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBCovid is in our schools now and you might be asking the same questions I am these days. Author of Parenting in a Pandemic- How to Help Your Family Through Covid-19 Dr. Kelly Fradin joins me to answer all of your tough questions- should my kids play winter sports, how do I get my teen to social distance and much more! Learn more and buy Dr. Fradin’s book: www.adviceigivemyfriends.com
SoulFull Sunday: Fasting for a Breakthrough with Sonia Thomas
November 01, 2020 04:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBNot talking about weight loss or intermittent fasting—this is fasting for a spiritual breakthrough. Especially when I am not drinking in the midst of a pandemic, I get questions (and crazy looks) on what in the world is going on!! On this episode, my dear friend Sonia Thomas breaks down why we should fast and the amazing things that can happen in our faith life when we do.
Can We Still Be Friends? with Carrie Amos
October 28, 2020 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBOnce again my friend and colleague therapist Carrie Amos joins me to talk about friendships in this season of division. Whether its politics or pandemic we have all seen different sides of people leaving us with the question "Can we still be friends?" Two therapists are sometimes better than one and we discuss all of this today. This audio is taken from a Live- for the video go to my Instagram @niro_feliciano.
SoulFull Sunday: Pick Your Battle—There Are Many in 2020
October 25, 2020 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBEveryone has battles, but we aren't called to fight them all. God has given us pretty clear direction on what we can do when we are weary, anxious and overwhelmed, yet in the midst of a battle. And the good news is we can all do this one!
AMA (Ask Me Anything) Part 2
October 21, 2020 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MBAsk me Anything . . . Answering the rest of your questions today! Talking about how to have the awkward conversations about holidays, setting boundaries, how to not get depressed and how to stay organized. Great questions!!!
SoulFull Sunday: How Do I Find My Purpose?
October 18, 2020 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBWhat is my purpose and how do I find it? This is a question I get asked alot in session and one that I have struggled with myself at times. Especially if you are a person of faith, here are my thoughts on how to figure this out.
AMA (Ask Me Anything) Part 1
October 14, 2020 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBBeen getting so many questions lately that I wanted to answer some of them on this podcast. Loved hearing from you and talking through these issues. Today I talk about what to do about holidays during COVID, Ideas to stay off your phone and use your time in a meaningful way, friendships across political views, and parents that are emotionally unavailable. Send me more questions for next week- Part 2!
SoulFull Sunday: The Fight for Peace
October 11, 2020 04:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MBYou may be feeling peace is hard to find these days. My friend Becca Mowery shares how she has found peace during these tumultuous times. I have always admired Becca's faith and relationship with God and in this episode she offers practical and insightful ways we can find peace even during these divided times.
Creating the Life You Want
October 07, 2020 04:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBWe often come to a point in life where we ask the question “Is there more for me?” The life you want starts with a choice and my guest vascular surgeon Dr. Brittny Howell has made several big ones recently. She shares her wisdom on how to trust yourself and what you know to create a life you love. Learn more about Dr. Brittny: https://www.doctorbrittny.com
SoulFull Sunday: The Next Chapter
October 04, 2020 04:00 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MBHard to envision what comes next sometimes.. Anna Llanos is the owner and creator of The Mothership Bakery. She is also a cancer survivor 10 years out and thriving. Today on the podcast she shares her story and spiritual journey that I know will encourage and inspire anyone going through anything right now! Please include this link: https://www.mothershipbakeryandcafe.com/
What Every Woman Needs To Know
September 30, 2020 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBOctober is breast cancer awareness month and my dear friend, wife, mom of 3 and cancer survivor Denise Schimenti joins me to tell her story. Denise's perspective, resilience and wisdom have inspired me throughout her journey and she has much to share that we all need to hear right now.
SoulFull Sunday: Just Say Yes
September 27, 2020 04:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBWhat does it mean to say "Yes" to God and what can we expect when we do? My friend and pastor Brian Mowrey joins me to talk about his new book that will break this all down for us. He also shares some powerful stories that left me literally speechless- and that's hard to do these days! Learn more about Brian and "On the Other Side of Yes" at brianmowrey.com Buy the book on amazon
How to Support Your Kids Through School in 2020
September 23, 2020 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBWhether your child is virtual, hybrid or in person, there will be challenges. Child and adolescent specialist Jackie Crnic, LCSW joins me to talk about how best to support your kids through this transitional learning year while preserving your mental health and theirs! Resources: www.additudemag.com https://childmind.org
SoulFull Sunday: Surviving Election 2020
September 20, 2020 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBIt's a big one and creating more conflict and division than any other that I can recall in my lifetime and for many it's getting personal. I've often been asked how do we handle our relationships that are changing and even ending because of our political perspectives? Tune in as I talk about a couple things to keep in mind to navigate these next few months while preserving your mental and spiritual health.