Imperfect Podcast
96 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago -Wellness, personal development, and activism conversations with mental health experts, human trafficking survivors/activists, and inspiring thought leaders. Helping others and caring for yourself go hand in hand, and the relationship between the two is essential for sustainably making an impact. The Imperfect mission is to fill up your cup, share information about important issues, and empower you to do great things. We are all imperfect people living in an imperfect world, so come as you are-- imperfections included. Get inspired, own your worth, and change the world.
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How to Be an Advocate for Yourself and Others - with Hillary Caitlyn
July 30, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MBToday is the UN's World Day Against Trafficking in Persons and, in honor of that, Hillary Caitlin and I had a discussion about the issue and how to get involved. Hillary Caitlin is an actress, activist, content creator, sister, aunt, and friend. She has spent years working with survivors of human trafficking and, through that work, has developed a profound understanding of this injustice. It has also helped her understand the importance of advocating for yourself just as much as advocating f...
The Woman School: Becoming Equipped and Empowered to Live an Empowered Life - with January Donovan
March 08, 2023 10:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBJanuary Donovan is a national speaker, entrepreneur, #1 best-selling author, Mindset and Skill-Set Trainer and Self-Worth Strategist. She is also the founder of the Woman School, giving women practical tools into a life of wholeness. January has developed a unique program that trains women to overcome their self-worth battles by rewiring their worth through rewiring their brains, helping them to master the skills they need to expand their dreams and cultivate a life of meaning. In this epi...
Living with Chronic Disease + Embracing Healing with Resilience - with Nikko
January 31, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBNikko is an entrepreneur, producer, and wellness advocate. Through her journey with multiple sclerosis, she has developed a profound understanding of identity, wellness, and what it really means to prioritize health and healing. She has found purpose in helping those living with chronic conditions, and is giving back through what she's learned during her own journey. In this episode, we discuss: - What do you put your identity in? - The detrimental health impact of chronic stress - Finding...
Living Empowered: How to Heal Yourself and Help Others - with Laverne Delgado, Freedom & Fashion
January 10, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 52.4 MBLaverne Delgado is an activist, speaker, artist, and Executive Director of Freedom and Fashion. Laverne has a love for young people overcoming human trafficking and other injustices – and has built her life around serving them. We discuss: - How to rewire your thoughts - Healing trauma and self-limiting beliefs - Finding healing through the arts - The power of curiosity over judgment - Finding your voice to speak out against injustice - Shedding light on darkness - Letting go of fear - Hea...
Kristen Dalton Wolfe: Trusting God's Timing & Embracing Peace
November 29, 2022 10:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBKristen Dalton Wolfe is a former Miss USA who helps women step into the radiance of their true identity. Kristen and her husband, Kris Wolfe are based in Los Angeles and run men and women’s ministries, retreats and conferences. They speak regularly in churches, conferences, events and universities. Kristen is a TV host and author. In this episode, we discuss... Nurturing identity, worth, and value Identifying purpose Holding strong to your calling and God's promises How to not fall into ...
Identifying and Overcoming Perfectionism - with Taylor Newendorp, MA, LCPC
November 15, 2022 10:00 - 54 minutes - 38.3 MBTaylor Newendorp is a licensed clinical professional counselor and the founder and president of Chicago Counseling Center, which specializes in the treatment of OCD, Perfectionism, and Anxiety Disorders. He is also the author of "The Perfectionism Workbook: Proven Strategies to Break Free from Perfectionism and Achieve Your Goals". In addition, he is a scientific advisor and regional clinical director for the therapy app NOCD (which Jenna Overbaugh from EP 29 is also a therapist for). In t...
Benji Nolot: Uncovering Systems of Injustice and Exploitation
November 01, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBBenji Nolot is the CEO and founder of Exodus Cry, a nonprofit committed to abolishing sex trafficking and breaking the cycle of commercial sexual exploitation. Benji has also been a featured speaker at the United Nations and is an award-winning filmmaker. In everything that he does, he is driven by a conviction that every person should be free. In this episode, we discuss: How to protect children and the future generations Striking the balance between activism + self-care The correlation...
Benji Nolot - Uncovering Systems of Injustice and Exploitation
November 01, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBBenji Nolot is the CEO and founder of Exodus Cry, a nonprofit committed to abolishing sex trafficking and breaking the cycle of commercial sexual exploitation. Benji has also been a featured speaker at the United Nations and is an award-winning filmmaker. In everything that he does, he is driven by a conviction that every person should be free. In this episode, we discuss: How to protect children and the future generations Striking the balance between activism + self-care The correlation...
Angela Blair: "All Strings Attached" - Navigating Hookup Culture & Waiting for Marriage
May 09, 2022 11:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBAngela Blair is an on-air television producer, personality and host featured on ExtraTV, Fox Sports, NBC, Miss Texas USA and more. Angela is married to former MLB player Carson Blair, where their love story and decision to wait for marriage has inspired young people around the world. She currently hosts a top ranked podcast show called "All Strings Attached" -- which explores dating, love and sex, and how to balance a modern world with traditional values. She is also in pre-production for ...
Angela Blair: "All Strings Attached" - Honoring Your Values + Navigating Hookup Culture
May 09, 2022 11:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBAngela Blair is an on-air television producer, personality and host featured on ExtraTV, Fox Sports, NBC, Miss Texas USA and more. Angela is married to former MLB player Carson Blair, where their love story and decision to wait for marriage has inspired young people around the world. She currently hosts a top ranked podcast show called "All Strings Attached" -- which explores dating, love and sex, and how to balance a modern world with traditional values. She is also in pre-production for ...
Angela Blair: "All Strings Attached" - Honoring Your Values + Navigating Hookup Culture
May 09, 2022 11:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBAngela Blair is an on-air television producer, personality and host featured on ExtraTV, Fox Sports, NBC, Miss Texas USA and more. Angela is married to former MLB player Carson Blair, where their love story and decision to wait for marriage has inspired young people around the world. She currently hosts a top ranked podcast show called "All Strings Attached" -- which explores dating, love and sex, and how to balance a modern world with traditional values. She is also in pre-production for ...
Sex Trafficking & the Role of Authentic Masculinity in Fighting It - w/ Alan Smyth & Jessica Midkiff
March 28, 2022 10:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBAlan Smyth and Jessica Midkiff are anti-human trafficking activists and co-authors of “Men! Fight for Me: The Role of Authentic Masculinity in Ending Sexual Exploitation and Trafficking”. Alan serves as the Executive Director for Saving Innocence, an anti-human trafficking, community-based organization focused on the recovery and restoration of child victims of sex trafficking. As a man, Alan has seen how important his male voice is in combating this dark reality in our society. Jessica is ...
Healing Wounded Emotions and Relationships - with Father Martin Padovani
February 21, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBFather Martin Padovani is a priest, psychotherapist, speaker, and author. He has been a priest for over 60 years, and also has a masters degree in counseling. In his counseling ministry, he has had a great impact providing marriage counseling and helping people deal with psychological problems. In this episode, we discuss: The intersection between faith and psychology How to embrace our emotions and humanness How expressing emotions can develop our maturity and deepen our relationships W...
Healing Wounded Emotions and Relationships - with Father Martin Padovani
February 21, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBFather Martin Padovani is a priest, psychotherapist, speaker, and author. He has been a priest for over 60 years, and also has a masters degree in counseling. In his counseling ministry, he has had a great impact providing marriage counseling and helping people deal with psychological problems. In this episode, we discuss: The intersection between faith and psychology How to embrace our emotions and humanness How expressing emotions can develop our maturity and deepen our relationships W...
Human Trafficking Awareness Month: Best of Activist + Expert Conversations about Trafficking
January 25, 2022 13:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBWhat is human trafficking? Is human trafficking real? Does trafficking happen in the United States? There is so much misinformation about trafficking, and misunderstandings about how it actually occurs today. In reality, there are 40.3 million victims worldwide, and trafficking is happening in all 50 United States. January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and in honor of spreading awareness, we've compiled some of the most informative clips from conversations we've had with several ex...
Thank You for Rejecting Me: Reframing Rejection and Healing Heartbreak - with Kait Warman
January 10, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBKait Warman is a relationship coach, best-selling author, and founder/host of the Heart of Dating Podcast. Her book, "Thank You For Rejecting Me: Transform Pain into Purpose and Learn to Fight for Yourself" walks through the journey of rejection and equips listeners to channel it in a way that is productive, healing, and transformative. We also discuss: - Rejection as a self-fulfilling prophecy - What is self-rejection and how does it affect our relationships? - How to find fulfillment inwa...
Iridescent Part 2: Processing Grief, Loss, and Disappointment - with Nicole Smithee
December 20, 2021 13:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBPart 2 of my conversation with Iridescent Women co-founder Nicole Smithee provides insight into loss, grief, and disappointment. We share stories of personal loss and grief, including a miscarriage that Nicole faced earlier this year. She shares what she learned during her grieving process, including that it's okay to not be okay. We also discuss: Processing grief on your own timeline Redefining stigma and expectation of grief "It's okay to not be okay" How to be with others in their los...
Processing Grief, Loss, and Disappointment - with Nicole Smithe, co-founder of Iridescent Women (Part 2/2)
December 20, 2021 13:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBPart 2 of my conversation with Iridescent Women co-founder Nicole Smithee provides insight into loss, grief, and disappointment. We share stories of personal loss and grief, including a miscarriage that Nicole faced earlier this year. She shares what she learned during her grieving process, including that it's okay to not be okay. We also discuss: Processing grief on your own timeline Redefining stigma and expectation of grief "It's okay to not be okay" How to be with others in their los...
Iridescent Part 1: Mentorship and Entrepreneurship - with co-founder Nicole Smithee
December 13, 2021 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBIridescent Women is an online platform and community is committed to awakening and championing the brilliance of every woman through honest conversations and authentic connections. Today I am joined by co-founder Nicole Smithee as we discuss her journey to start Iridescent Women, overcoming challenges of entrepreneurship, and how to foster impactful mentorship. We also cover: - How to have true influence - How to find impactful mentors - How to start and sustain your vision - How to overcom...
Iridescent Women Part 1: Mentorship and Entrepreneurship - with co-founder Nicole Smithee
December 13, 2021 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBIridescent Women is an online platform and community is committed to awakening and championing the brilliance of every woman through honest conversations and authentic connections. Today I am joined by co-founder Nicole Smithee as we discuss her journey to start Iridescent Women, overcoming challenges of entrepreneurship, and how to foster impactful mentorship. We also cover: - How to have true influence - How to find impactful mentors - How to start and sustain your vision - How to overcom...
How to Create a Thriving Business and Find Impactful Mentors - with Nicole Smithee, co-founder of Iridescent Women (Part 1/2)
December 13, 2021 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBIridescent Women is an online platform and community is committed to awakening and championing the brilliance of every woman through honest conversations and authentic connections. Today I am joined by co-founder Nicole Smithee as we discuss her journey to start Iridescent Women, overcoming challenges of entrepreneurship, and how to foster impactful mentorship. We also cover: - How to have true influence - How to find impactful mentors - How to start and sustain your vision - How to overcom...
Tips for Entrepreneurship and Finding Impactful Mentors - with Nicole Smithee, co-founder of Iridescent Women (Part 1/2)
December 13, 2021 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBIridescent Women is an online platform and community is committed to awakening and championing the brilliance of every woman through honest conversations and authentic connections. Today I am joined by co-founder Nicole Smithee as we discuss her journey to start Iridescent Women, overcoming challenges of entrepreneurship, and how to foster impactful mentorship. We also cover: - How to have true influence - How to find impactful mentors - How to start and sustain your vision - How to overcom...
Dating, Delay, and Difficulties: How to Endure Challenging Seasons - with Cam Scott
November 29, 2021 12:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBHow do you endure difficult times? How do you remain hopeful while waiting for breakthrough? How do you keep moving forward when your plans don't work out? Cam Scott is an actor, writer, and director who has had to grapple with all of these questions. We discuss how we've both endured challenging seasons, especially in relation to his career. We also compare man vs woman perspectives on dating and the current culture. We also discuss: - Is chivalry dead? - "Dating culture" and how it var...
How to Stay Patient during Delay, Difficulties, and Dating- with Cam Scott
November 29, 2021 12:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBHow do you endure difficult times? How do you remain hopeful while waiting for breakthrough? How do you keep moving forward when your plans don't work out? Cam Scott is an actor, writer, and director who has had to grapple with all of these questions. We discuss how we've both endured challenging seasons, especially in relation to his career. We also compare man vs woman perspectives on dating and the current culture. We also discuss: - Is chivalry dead? - "Dating culture" and how it var...
How to Endure Challenging Seasons: Delay, Difficulties, and Dating- with Cam Scott
November 29, 2021 12:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBHow do you endure difficult times? How do you remain hopeful while waiting for breakthrough? How do you keep moving forward when your plans don't work out? Cam Scott is an actor, writer, and director who has had to grapple with all of these questions. We discuss how we've both endured challenging seasons, especially in relation to his career. We also compare man vs woman perspectives on dating and the current culture. We also discuss: - Is chivalry dead? - "Dating culture" and how it var...
How to Handle Competition, Drama, and Jealousy with Grace - with Lauren Smolka
November 22, 2021 11:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBHow do you handle drama, jealously, and competition? What about "mean girls"? Lauren Smolka is an actor, former pageant contestant, and dear friend who has had to deal with all of these things throughout her life--from friendships, to competing in Miss America and Miss USA, to now being in the highly competitive entertainment industry. In this episode, we share stories about dealing with drama and bullying, and how we've learned to manage the hurt that comes with these experiences. We al...
Dealing with Drama, Competition, and "Mean Girls" - with Lauren Smolka (Former Miss USA Contestant)
November 22, 2021 11:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBHow do you handle drama, jealously, and competition? What about "mean girls"? Lauren Smolka is an actor, former pageant contestant, and dear friend who has had to deal with all of these things throughout her life--from friendships, to competing in Miss America and Miss USA, to now being in the highly competitive entertainment industry. In this episode, we share stories about dealing with drama and bullying, and how we've learned to manage the hurt that comes with these experiences. We al...
Dealing with Conflict, Competition, and Gossip - with Lauren Smolka (Former Miss USA Contestant)
November 22, 2021 11:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBHow do you handle drama, jealously, and competition? What about "mean girls"? Lauren Smolka is an actor, former pageant contestant, and dear friend who has had to deal with all of these things throughout her life--from friendships, to competing in Miss America and Miss USA, to now being in the highly competitive entertainment industry. In this episode, we share stories about dealing with drama and bullying, and how we've learned to manage the hurt that comes with these experiences. We al...
How to Have Hard Conversations - with "The Conversationalist" CEO Sophie Beren
November 15, 2021 13:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBHow to have hard conversations? How to handle conflict and confrontation? How to communicate clearly? These are questions Sophie Beren, founder and CEO of The Conversationalist, discuss in this episode. We also discuss: - How to find your voice - Quieting negative thoughts/self-limiting beliefs - How to handle conflict and difficult conversations - Eliminating echo chambers - How to gain perspective through conversation - Setting boundaries within communication - How to communicate ...
How to Have Hard Conversations & Communicate More Effectively - with Sophie Beren of The Conversationalist
November 15, 2021 13:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBHow to have hard conversations? How to handle conflict and confrontation? How to communicate clearly? These are questions Sophie Beren, founder and CEO of The Conversationalist, discuss in this episode. We also discuss: - How to find your voice - Quieting negative thoughts/self-limiting beliefs - How to handle conflict and difficult conversations - Eliminating echo chambers - How to gain perspective through conversation - Setting boundaries within communication - How to communicate ...
The Conversationalist’s Sophie Beren - How to Communicate More Effectively & Have Hard Conversations
November 15, 2021 13:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBHow to have hard conversations? How to handle conflict and confrontation? How to communicate clearly? These are questions Sophie Beren, founder and CEO of The Conversationalist, discuss in this episode. We also discuss: - How to find your voice - Quieting negative thoughts/self-limiting beliefs - How to handle conflict and difficult conversations - Eliminating echo chambers - How to gain perspective through conversation - Setting boundaries within communication - How to communicate ...
Understanding OCD and Managing Anxiety - with Jenna Overbaugh
November 08, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 50.9 MBWhat is OCD, actually? How can I manage my anxiety and obsessive thoughts? Therapist Jenna Overbaugh answers these questions and discusses techniques to manage anxiety and OCD. We cover: - What are obsessions and compulsions? - What are intrusive thoughts? - How to break the pattern of debilitating anxiety and ruminating thoughts - Signs of OCD, and how to diagnose it - Different types of OCD - How to identify and challenge core fears - Exposure Response and Prevention and how to utilize it...
Intuitive Eating, Holistic Health, and Intentional Living - with Jane Green
November 01, 2021 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBWhy am I always fatigued and bloated? Why do I feel stuck emotionally and physically? Why isn't this "diet" working? Certified Integrative Nutrition Health coach Jane Green addresses all of these commonly asked questions and more. Her mission is to help women free themselves from the cycle of control & guilt in their relationship with food, exercise, and self-care. We also discuss: How to have healthy relationships with ourselves and others How to identify your values and move towards ...
Holistic Health and Intentional Living - with Jane Green
November 01, 2021 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBWhy am I always fatigued and bloated? Why do I feel stuck emotionally and physically? Why isn't this "diet" working? Certified Integrative Nutrition Health coach Jane Green addresses all of these commonly asked questions and more. Her mission is to help women free themselves from the cycle of control & guilt in their relationship with food, exercise, and self-care. We also discuss: How to have healthy relationships with ourselves and others How to identify your values and move towards ...
Sex Trafficking: How it Happens & Helping in a Way that Serves, Not Stigmatizes - with Sarah Godoy
July 05, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBHuman trafficking is happening all over the world, and in our backyards. It is estimated that there are 40.3 million victims of human trafficking globally. Today's guest, Sarah Godoy, is a leader in the anti-trafficking space and, in 2017, she was named number 20 of the top 100 Human Trafficking and Slavery Influence Leaders. Sarah is a doctoral student, graduate research assistant, and Royster Fellow at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC-CH) School of Social Work. Her ar...
Overcoming Perfectionism, Practicing Self-Love, and Communicating with Empathy - with Laura Fooks
June 28, 2021 10:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBLoving others well starts with loving yourself well, which is something that Laura Fooks-- co-founder and Chief Encouragement Officer of Light Speaks Loudest-- works to communicate to girls everywhere. Through her own journey as a self-proclaimed "recovering perfectionist", she knows how important it is for us to have grace for ourselves, so that we can have grace for others. In this episode, we discuss: Overcoming self-doubt Addressing root issues that impact self-worth Letting go of e...
"Women Rising": Deconstructing Systems of Injustice that Hold Women Back & Perpetuate Trafficking - with Meghan Tschanz
June 21, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MBHow do systems of injustice hold women back? How does messaging surrounding gender roles impact women everywhere, from sex trafficking to situations of perceived privilege? How can we empower women and raise our voices, rather than being complicit in these issues? Meghan Tschanz, former missionary and author of "Women Rising: Learning to Listen, Reclaiming our Voice", dives into all of these questions in her new book. We discuss these topics in this episode, along with: Breaking harmful ...
Deconstructing Systems of Injustice that Hold Women Back & Perpetuate Trafficking - with Meghan Tschanz
June 21, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MBHow do systems of injustice hold women back? How does messaging surrounding gender roles impact women everywhere, from sex trafficking to situations of perceived privilege? How can we empower women and raise our voices, rather than being complicit in these issues? Meghan Tschanz, former missionary and author of "Women Rising: Learning to Listen, Reclaiming our Voice", dives into all of these questions in her new book. We discuss these topics in this episode, along with: Breaking harmful ...
Managing Anxiety: Navigating Transitions, Post-COVID "Re-entry" Anxiety, and Toxic Positivity - with Dr. Lauren Cook
June 14, 2021 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBWhat is "healthy" anxiety and when does it become unhealthy? How do you manage anxiety during transitional times? How can we navigate "re-entry" anxiety as public spaces and social gatherings begin to re-open? Doctor Lauren Cook discusses all of these things in this episode. Lauren is a therapist, career coach, speaker and author, who specializes in helping individuals move through seasons and transitions. During this episode, we also discuss: Tips to manage anxiety How to find nuance of...
How to Deal with Anxiety and Live More Intentionally - with Dr. Lauren Cook
June 14, 2021 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBWhat is "healthy" anxiety and when does it become unhealthy? How do you manage anxiety during transitional times? How can we navigate "re-entry" anxiety as public spaces and social gatherings begin to re-open? Doctor Lauren Cook discusses all of these things in this episode. Lauren is a therapist, career coach, speaker and author, who specializes in helping individuals move through seasons and transitions. During this episode, we also discuss: Tips to manage anxiety How to find nuance of...
COVID Social Anxiety, Toxic Positivity, and Navigating Transitions- with Dr. Lauren Cook
June 14, 2021 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBWhat is "healthy" anxiety and when does it become unhealthy? How do you manage anxiety during transitional times? How can we navigate "re-entry" anxiety as public spaces and social gatherings begin to re-open? Doctor Lauren Cook discusses all of these things in this episode. Lauren is a therapist, career coach, speaker and author, who specializes in helping individuals move through seasons and transitions. During this episode, we also discuss: Tips to manage anxiety How to find nuance of...
Managing Depression and Overcoming Comparison - with Dr. Peace Amadi
June 07, 2021 11:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MBFighting feelings of depression, sadness, or grief? Unsure how to manage the trauma of the pandemic? Feeling caught in the "comparison game" of social media? Dr. Peace Amadi gives practical advice about how to navigate these issues that so many of us are facing today, as well as the science and psychology behind all of it. Peace Amadi is a psychology professor, mental health expert, coach, speaker, and author of the new book, "Why Do I Feel Like This? Understand Your Difficult Emotions and...
Protecting Communities and Children Against Human Trafficking- with Ann Marie Jones, Carol Metzker, and Lauren Harris
May 31, 2021 16:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBHuman trafficking is happening rampantly in the U.S. and all over the world. Ann Marie Jones and Carol Metzker co-authored the book, “A Shield Against the Monster: Protecting Children from Human Trafficking”, which Lauren Harris and I have had the pleasure of developing into a film. Ann Marie is a survivor of sex trafficking and today she helps women recover from the life she once endured. She is a peer recovery specialist at Dawn’s Place, which is a residence in Philly for female survivo...
022: "A Shield Against the Monster": Protecting Communities from Human Trafficking - with Ann Marie Jones, Carol Metzker, and Lauren Harris
May 31, 2021 16:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBToday's guests are Ann Marie Jones, Carol Metzker, and Lauren Harris. Ann Marie and Carol co-authored the book, “A Shield Against the Monster: Protecting Children from Human Trafficking”, which Lauren and I have had the pleasure of developing into a film about human trafficking. Ann Marie is a survivor of sex trafficking and today she helps women recover from the life she once endured. She is a peer recovery specialist at Dawn’s Place, which is a residence in Philly for female survivors of...
Human Trafficking: Protecting Communities and Children - with Ann Marie Jones, Carol Metzker, and Lauren Harris
May 31, 2021 16:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBHuman trafficking is happening rampantly in the U.S. and all over the world. Ann Marie Jones and Carol Metzker co-authored the book, “A Shield Against the Monster: Protecting Children from Human Trafficking”, which Lauren Harris and I have had the pleasure of developing into a film. Ann Marie is a survivor of sex trafficking and today she helps women recover from the life she once endured. She is a peer recovery specialist at Dawn’s Place, which is a residence in Philly for female survivo...
"Are You Really Ok?": Embracing Emotional Health - with Debra Fileta
May 24, 2021 13:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBDebra Fileta is a licensed professional counselor, speaker and author. She also reaches millions of people and helps them attain healthy relationships through her blog, "True Love Dates", and her podcast, The Love + Relationships Podcast. Her brand new book "Are You Really Ok?" is out everywhere, which we discuss during this episode. Our conversation today includes: - What is emotional health? - The danger in neglecting our emotions - How to assess our emotional health - How do emot...
021: "Are You Really Ok?": Understanding and Embracing Emotional Health - with Debra Fileta
May 24, 2021 13:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBDebra Fileta is a licensed professional counselor, speaker and author. She also reaches millions of people and helps them attain healthy relationships through her blog, "True Love Dates", and her podcast, The Love + Relationships Podcast. Her brand new book "Are You Really Ok?" is out everywhere, which we discuss during this episode. Our conversation today includes: - What is emotional health? - The danger in neglecting our emotions - How to assess our emotional health - How do emot...
Debra Fileta- "Are You Really Ok?": Embracing Emotional Health and Spirituality
May 24, 2021 13:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBDebra Fileta is a licensed professional counselor, speaker and author. She also reaches millions of people and helps them attain healthy relationships through her blog, "True Love Dates", and her podcast, The Love + Relationships Podcast. Her brand new book "Are You Really Ok?" is out everywhere, which we discuss during this episode. Our conversation today includes: - What is emotional health? - The danger in neglecting our emotions - How to assess our emotional health - How do emot...
Setting Healthy Boundaries, Understanding Codependency, and Analyzing Attachment Styles- with Dr. Megan Johnson
May 17, 2021 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBDr. Megan Johnson is a licensed psychologist, therapist, and educator based in Los Angeles. She is the co-founder of Woven Together Trauma Therapy, which is an online platform designed for individuals to learn more about trauma and how to heal, as well as Traumastery, a virtual healing collective. In this episode, we discuss: - How do “attachment styles” impact our relationships? - What is codependency? - How to release mental health stigmas - What is the source of burn out? How can we ...
020: Mental Health: Codependency, Attachment Styles, and Setting Healthy Boundaries - with Dr. Megan Johnson
May 17, 2021 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBDr. Megan Johnson is a licensed psychologist, therapist, and educator based in Los Angeles. She is the co-founder of Woven Together Trauma Therapy, which is an online platform designed for individuals to learn more about trauma and how to heal, as well as Traumastery, a virtual healing collective. In this episode, we discuss: - How do “attachment styles” impact our relationships? - What is codependency? - How to release mental health stigmas - What is the source of burn out? How can we ...