Podcasts by The Convenient Counselor
Hosted by Briana Leach - a wife, mom of three, and licensed professional counselor (LPC), this podcast covers a variety of counseling topics that all have the same foundation...taking serious topics and making them less intimidating and more accessible. Join in and learn more about yourself in this "awkward one-sided counseling session" that is short enough for a quick car ride, yet gets right to the point and challenges you to increase your self-awareness!
Further podcasts by Briana Leach, LPC
Podcast on the topic Mentale Gesundheit
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Episode 97 - How Do You Measure Well-Being? from 2022-02-23T11:00
"How are you?" Ummm....I'm good? Based on what measurement? ;)
Are you aware of how you measure well-being in your everyday life? How do you know when you're happy/angry/...
Episode 96 - Why You Need to Retreat from 2022-02-16T11:00
Retreats can sound unattainable at times, but they are ESSENTIAL to our well-being and self-care. Why are they important? How can you integrate retreats more often into your life? Learn the answ...
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Episode 95 - What to Say When You Want to be Non-Judgmental from 2022-02-09T10:00
What do you do in moments where you COMPLETELY disagree with what another person is saying? Do you jump into battle mode or "fix it" mode right away? Learn the power of "tell me m...
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Episode 94 - How to Challenge Negative Thoughts from 2022-02-02T17:00
"I can't do this."
"Nobody cares."
"This is the WORST."
Have these thoughts ever entered your mind? How do you respond when these thoughts pop up d...
Episode 93 - Questions for a Counselor #4 from 2022-01-26T12:00
In the 4th installment of "Questions for a Counselor," Briana tackles these two questions:
- How do I stop saying yes to everything that is asked of me? I am a recovering peop...
Episode 92 - Pre-Marital Counseling from 2022-01-19T13:00
Whether you're single, engaged, or already married - there is something for you in this episode! Have you ever wondered what goes on during Pre-Marital Counseling? Is it really worth the ef...
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Episode 91 - Habit Stacking from 2022-01-12T11:00
Have you set new goals (or have had goals for a while) and not sure how to accomplish them on a daily basis? Learn about the tool of "habit stacking" in order to easily create new rout...
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Episode 90 - What Needs to be New? from 2022-01-05T14:00
"New Year, New You" seems to be the common catchphrase for a New Year...but why should you change everything about your life just because the calendar went from Friday to Saturday? :) ...
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Episode 89 - Holiday Self-Care from 2021-12-08T13:00
You know I can't stay away from the topic of self-care, especially during the holidays! How can you be intentional about taking care of yourself during an extra busy time of year? Learn mor...
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Episode 88 - Respecting Boundaries from 2021-12-01T10:00
Boundaries are essential to protecting your mental health - so how can we respect the boundaries of others and protect their health as well? This episode focuses on three ways to respect the bou...
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Episode 87 - Top 3 Therapy Questions from 2021-11-17T11:00
What are the questions I ask most as a therapist? Many people think counselors/therapists only give advice, but in reality the majority of our job is asking questions! The three questions presen...
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Episode 86 - Where Does the Time Go? from 2021-11-10T10:00
Do you often find yourself racing against the clock to get things done, go to the activities you signed up for, and wondering why it all goes so quickly? Or maybe time moves more slowly for you ...
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Episode 85 - 4 Preventative Tips for"Winter Blues" from 2021-11-03T09:00
It's not a matter of "if," it's a matter of "when" - this is typical for most of us who deal with winter blues, the all-too-common emotional and physical reaction t...
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Episode 84 - Declutter Your Mind, Part 2 from 2021-10-27T13:00
This episode continues the process we started last week - after you have listed all the mental clutter you carry on a daily basis, and thrown it on your metaphorical bed/table/sorting location, ...
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Episode 83 - Declutter Your Mind, Part 1 from 2021-10-20T10:00
Most of us aim to "declutter" our homes/closets/garages on a regular basis, but have you ever taken the time to declutter your mind? Listen to Part 1 of this two part series on getting...
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Episode 82 - Stay Curious from 2021-10-13T11:00
Hmmm...I wonder why I feel that way? Why might she be yelling rather than talking to me at a normal volume?! :)
Staying curious is a powerful mindset tool - learn more about how to impl...
Episode 81 - MVP of Fall from 2021-10-06T10:00
Pumpkin patches. Hayrides. Trunk-or-Treat. Costume contests. Apple picking. You MUST DO THEM ALL.
Ummm, no.
In this episode, listen to how Briana describes being the "MVP ...
Episode 80 - Questions for a Counselor #3 from 2021-09-29T16:00
Back for more Q&A time! This week's questions include:
- How do I deal with family that is unsupportive of my effort to improve my mental health?
- How do I parent alongside som...
Episode 79 - How to Appreciate Your Season from 2021-09-22T10:00
Seasons of life come and go...but sometimes it's easy to feel stuck in one. This episode gives quick tips to help you identify and appreciate the season you are in, and dives into a bit mor...
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Episode 78 - Newborn Family Coaching from 2021-09-15T13:00
What should we talk about before we have a baby? How can we be better prepared for this huge transition in our lives? Learn more about one of the services that Briana provides, Newborn Family Co...
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Episode 77 - You Were NOT Made For This from 2021-09-01T12:00
Minute-by-minute news updates...constant stories of heartbreak, disaster, trauma from around the world...and we wonder why we feel overwhelmed? Listen in on Briana's advice for dealing with...
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Episode 76 - The Power of Yet from 2021-08-25T12:00
Are you familiar with the power of "yet?" Learn more about how this small word can make a huge impact on your mindset!
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Episode 75 -"Substitutions"for Therapy from 2021-08-18T14:00
Are there other activities/things you can do to replace therapy? Hear Briana's thoughts on this topic as well as insights into why we try to replace the hard with the easy sometimes.
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Episode 74 - Mental Health During Transitions from 2021-08-11T11:00
After a summer break, I'm excited to be back to recording new episodes! This episode deals with what I am currently living - keeping your mind healthy during transitions...which can be a ch...
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Episode 73 - Boundaries 101 from 2021-06-30T12:00
What are the boundaries you currently have in your life? Or do you have any that you can clearly communicate? This episodes covers the basics of boundaries - your mindset, approach, and communic...
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Episode 72 - A Summertime Pep Talk from 2021-06-23T12:00
Does the summertime bring any unexpected pressure for you? Maybe the extra daylight and nice weather creates unspoken expectations in your family? This episode is a quick pep talk for summertime...
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Episode 71 - Anger, Our Advocate from 2021-06-16T14:00
Have you ever thought of the emotion anger as an advocate for yourself? This episode unpacks the idea that anger isn't a bad emotion at all...it actually looks out for you!
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Episode 70 - You NEED a good cry. from 2021-06-09T10:00
When is the last time you REALLY cried? Like the type of cry where you can feel the relief afterwards? This episode explains the importance of crying and how it helps us regulate our emotions an...
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Episode 69 -"I just ended a toxic relationship...now what?" from 2021-06-02T14:00
"I just ended a toxic relationship...now what?" This can be a daunting question to those who have just been through the emotional journey of ending a toxic relationship. In this episod...
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Episode 68 - Gaslighting from 2021-05-26T15:00
Do you know what the term "gaslighting" means? Have you experienced it before on any level? Learn more about this type of manipulative behavior and a few ways to spot it in your life, ...
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Episode 67 - 3 Quick"Reset Buttons" from 2021-05-19T12:00
If you're feeling a bit overwhelmed and stuck, this is the episode for you! Learn 3 quick "reset buttons" that can help you at least take a baby step forward mentally, physically,...
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Episode 66 - Questions for a Counselor #2 from 2021-05-12T01:00
This episode covers two more listener-submitted questions:
- How do I lovingly support a spouse dealing with depression?
- How do I let my kids know that I need space from them without h...
Episode 65 - Pairing for Productivity from 2021-05-05T04:00
Pairing for Productivity - it's a simple concept, and one that I recommend to almost every counseling client! Learn more about this idea of partnering something you like with something you ...
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Episode 64 - 4 Things to Do Before a Counseling Session from 2021-04-28T02:00
If you like to be "prepared," this episode is for you! From both a counselor's perspective as well as being the client, Briana presents four things you can do before a counseling ...
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Episode 63 - Actively Pursuing Community from 2021-04-21T04:00
How can you establish a connection with a group of people? Why is being a part of a community important? Sometimes we hear about someone's "tribe" and it strikes a note of jealous...
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Episode 62 - A Day in the Life: Depression from 2021-04-14T04:00
What is it like to live with depression? What if you could peek into the mind of someone who has/is dealing with this very common mental health issue? This episode gives a glimpse into Briana&ap...
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Episode 61 - Create a Self-Care Menu from 2021-04-07T06:00
It's pretty obvious how important self-care is for our overall health. But have you created a "menu" of options that is fully customized to what works for YOU? Learn about creatin...
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Episode 60 - Self-Care vs. Self-Help from 2021-03-31T01:00
Is there a difference between "self-care" and "self-help?" YES. Find out about these two commonly misunderstood mental health phrases, and why it's important to know the...
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Episode 59 - Why Change? from 2021-03-24T08:00
Finally!! I'm back and excited about returning to this podcast - with a new name! This episode helps explain why the name change was made, and also covers why change is important in your li...
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Episode 58 - Knowing When to Pause from 2020-11-25T02:00
We often blaze through daily life, without much rest in sight - but do you know when you need to "pause" certain areas of your life? This episode focuses on this question, as well as o...
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Episode 57 - Pay Attention from 2020-11-18T05:00
Do you pay attention to how your environment affects you overall? Paying attention to the people, places, physical reactions, and beauty around you is crucial to your overall health. Learn more ...
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Episode 56 - Nervous About Therapy? Start Here. from 2020-11-11T02:00
Are you thinking about pursuing counseling but not sure where to start? Have you made your first appointment and now you are nervous about what to expect? This episode helps calm some of these v...
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Episode 55 - Creating a"Stress Plan" from 2020-11-04T01:00
Do you currently "prep" for upcoming stressful situations? We may not be able to control what is going on around us, but we can control how we react and prepare for those moments! List...
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Episode 54 - Mindset Shift: Simple Word Swaps from 2020-10-28T01:00
Did you know that you brain registers every word that you speak? This directly impacts your overall well-being, whether your words are positive or negative. Learn a few simple swaps for things y...
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Episode 53 - The"Other"3 Basic Needs from 2020-10-21T03:00
What are our basic needs? Typically food, shelter, and water come to mind...which is correct. But there are three other basic needs that humans need to thrive, and often these can get overlooked...
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Episode 52 - Unconventional Self-Care from 2020-10-14T02:00
Sure, most people think of massages, bubble baths, and even sleep when they think of self-care. But this episode has some ideas of "unconventional" self-care practices (provided by Bri...
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Episode 51 - Questions for a Counselor #1 from 2020-10-07T01:00
In the first Q&A episode of Grace in Progress, Briana focuses on two questions:
- How do I keep work stress at work, and not take it home with me?
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- How do I share news or wh...
Episode 50 - Trigger Warning, Part Two: Processing Triggers from 2020-09-30T00:00
What does a tater tot have to do with processing triggers in your life? Learn more about the TATER tool and the importance of slowing down to listen to your inner voice - it can change everythin...
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Episode 49 - Trigger Warning, Part One: Identifying Triggers from 2020-09-23T01:00
"I'M TRIGGERED." Do you know any of the emotional triggers in your life? How does your body react to triggers? Why does it even matter? Learn more about these questions in this ep...
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Episode 48 - What to do with the dream in your heart from 2020-09-16T00:00
Do you have a dream, big or small, that has been on your heart for a while...but you just don't know where to start? Briana speaks a little bit about how she did "something small today...
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Episode 47 - How To Help Kids Name Their Emotions from 2020-09-09T00:00
Emotional awareness is essential to a child's overall well-being. Do the children in your life know how to name their emotions? Learn about the various stages of development, and specific w...
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Episode 46 - Mottos for Everyday Mental Health from 2020-09-02T01:00
Do you have a "go to" motto for when a situation puts a strain on your mental health? Dive into four of Briana's most popular phrases/mottos in this episode, and add them to your ...
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Episode 45 - Is This Normal? from 2020-08-26T01:00
In this episode, Briana talks about the top question she is asked as a counselor - "is this normal?" Plus learn more about a suggested alternative question and how it can alleviate som...
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Episode 44 - A Pep Talk for When You Feel Overwhelmed from 2020-08-19T00:00
Just like the title sounds, this short episode is a pep talk from Briana for you to visit and re-visit anytime you feel overwhelmed! We've all been there, and sometimes we just need to be c...
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Episode 43 - Are You Guilty of Micro-Shaming? from 2020-08-12T00:00
What kind of "deposits" are you making into your emotional bank? Are you making tiny deposits of shame? Learn more about this unhealthy habit (that we all do regularly), and how to com...
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Episode 42 - Finding the Root of Your Relationships from 2020-08-05T03:00
How do you connect with those in your life? Answering this question is the goal of this episode, and learning how the root of each relationship can impact you on a regular basis!
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Episode 41 - 3 Questions to End Your Day from 2020-07-08T00:00
Continuing from Episode 40 on the importance of how we begin and end our day, this episode presents 3 questions to ask at the end of your day, before you go to sleep. Gratitude, introspection, a...
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Episode 40 - 3 Questions to Start Your Day from 2020-07-01T01:00
How do you start each day? In this episode, three questions to help begin your morning are presented - moments of gratitude, introspection, and kindness.
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Episode 39 - What I Love About Myself from 2020-06-24T00:00
What do you love about yourself? What makes you unique? If the answers to those questions are not readily available, there might be some personal growth that needs to happen. Learn more about th...
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Episode 38 - Sit with Discomfort from 2020-06-17T01:00
Why do we tend to move away from things that make us uncomfortable? Do we feel we need to understand and "solve" every little discomfort? In this episode, the idea of sitting with our ...
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Episode 37 - Working with"Strong-Willed"Children Part 2 from 2020-06-10T01:00
Continuing on the previous episode's topic of redefining the way you describe your "strong-willed" child, this episode provides six practical tips on working with children who are...
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Episode 36 - Working with"Strong-Willed"Children from 2020-05-27T01:00
Have you or a loved one been labeled as "strong-willed?" Unfortunately this term can have a negative connotation, and while it might not be meant as that, the effects can be long lasti...
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Episode 35 - What to do when you feel NUMB. from 2020-05-20T00:00
Ever have those moments when you just don't feel anything...except for complete numbness?! With continual stress/expectations/things to do, sometimes we are operating in "auto-pilot&qu...
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Episode 34 - Dealing with Conflicting Emotions from 2020-05-13T00:00
In what could be described as a "permission" episode, Briana explores the concept of "both/and" with conflicting emotions. Can you be both happy and sad at the same time? Do ...
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Episode 33 - Self-Validation/Spiritual Dismissal Part 2 from 2020-05-06T00:00
Continuing on the idea of spiritual dismissal introduced in Episode 32, this episode dives into how we can often dismiss/ignore our own feelings before we give them a chance to be investigated a...
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Episode 32 - Emotional Invalidation/Spiritual Dismissal from 2020-04-29T00:00
"Let Go and Let God"..."Too Blessed to be Stressed"...wait, what? When you share your emotions/thoughts with someone and you are met with avoidance by means of a Christian cl...
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Episode 31 - Marriage During a Crisis from 2020-04-22T06:00
"Marriage has NEVER brought out the worst in me," said no one ever. Times of crisis (and especially quarantine) can put an interesting pressure on your marriage, and sometimes it helps...
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Episode 30 - Parenting During a Crisis from 2020-04-15T00:00
There is no "perfect way" to parent your children on a normal day, let alone during a crisis or global pandemic! In this episode, we dive into four questions you should be asking yours...
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Episode 29 - MVP of Any Situation from 2020-04-08T00:00
Contrary to popular opinion (or memes floating around), now is not the time to be setting new, lofty goals in your life, especially if you are feeling overwhelmed. What is the "minimum viab...
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Episode 28 - Creative Ways to Connect from 2020-04-01T03:00
We all NEED connection...and while in a unique season of quarantine and social distancing, sometimes we have to get creative in how we connect with others!
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Episode 27 - Bloom Where You Are Planted from 2020-03-25T00:00
Whether it's mandated "shelter in place" or a season of life where you are "planted" where you might not want to be, you can still bloom. This episode covers three ways ...
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Episode 26 - Guard Your Heart from 2020-03-18T00:00
I KNOW. We are all exhausted from hearing about anything with the word "virus" involved. And thankfully this episode does not even mention the word Corona! :)
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Episode 25 - How do you show grace? from 2020-03-11T00:00
This podcast is titled "Grace in Progress," but this is the first time grace is discussed a bit more...finally! This episode breaks down a few of the meanings of the word grace as well...
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Episode 24 - Motivation vs. Momentum from 2020-03-04T00:00
Usually we think that motivation is what is needed to GET STUFF DONE. That's what we're all trying to do each day, right? Motivation isn't enough. Learn more about motivation vs. ...
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Episode 23 - What is Holding You Back? from 2020-02-26T00:00
How do you respond when you feel STUCK? Do you know what is holding you back from making progress? This episode dives into the three areas that can hold you back, as well as provides three quest...
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Episode 22 - Time Audit Part Two from 2020-02-19T05:00
Learn more about the common reactions/responses to the time audit exercise, along with some ideas for the changes you may want to make!
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Episode 21 - Time Audit Part One from 2020-02-12T00:00
How are you spending your most valuable resource? In this episode, the "time audit" exercise is introduced and is available here:
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Episode 20 - Everyday Legacy from 2020-02-05T00:00
How do you want to be remembered? While this question is usually associated with the end of someone's life, the episode encourages you to apply this question to your everyday life.
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Episode 19 - Winter Blues/Seasonal Affective Disorder from 2020-01-22T01:00
Have you or someone you know dealt with winter blues/seasonal affective disorder (SAD)? In this episode, you'll learn more about this mental health issue and practical ways to combat it dur...
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Episode 18 - Should I see a Counselor/Finding a Good Counselor from 2020-01-15T03:00
I asked recently on social media, "what topics would you like covered on the podcast?" Several listeners responded "how do I know if I should see a counselor?" and "how ...
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Episode 17 - The Miracle Question from 2020-01-08T01:00
What if you could wake up tomorrow and your biggest problem/situation/issue was resolved? What if someone could wave a magic wand and your life looked exactly like you wanted it to look like? Th...
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Episode 16 - Automated vs. Authentic from 2019-12-18T01:00
This episode encourages you to stop and ask "am I living my life in auto-pilot?" Authenticity is key to fully experiencing your life, and it is easy to slip into automation instead. Li...
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Episode 15 - Friendship/Mat Carriers from 2019-12-11T03:00
We all have many different types of friends (acquaintances, coworkers, neighbors, etc), but this episode dives into a special type of friend that I call a "mat carrier," based on the m...
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Episode 14 - Avoiding Holiday Burnout from 2019-12-04T03:00
Maybe it doesn't quite feel like "the most wonderful time of year" to you - it's the beginning of December, and you might already be approaching holiday BURNOUT. Listen to th...
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Episode 13 - Gritty Gratitude from 2019-11-27T03:00
It seems only natural to be thankful for the positive things in our life - but have you ever taken a moment to reflect and be thankful for the not-so-great moments in your life and their impact ...
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Episode 12 - Preventative Reflection from 2019-11-20T01:00
What would you in two months tell the you right now about the upcoming holiday season? Use this quick and easy self-talk practice to "reflect" on what lies ahead.
Reflection p...
Episode 11 - Rethinking Self-Care Part Two from 2019-11-13T02:00
Continuing from last week's episode of "rethinking self-care," episode 11 explains the three types of self-care: Self-Soothing, Self-Repair, and Self-Maintenance. Learn how these ...
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Episode 10 - Rethinking Self-Care Part One from 2019-11-06T02:00
What pops into your mind when you think of the word self-care? In this episode we dive into what self-care is NOT, as we start to rethink about the topic overall. This is part one of a two part ...
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Episode 9 - Say The Nice Words from 2019-10-30T02:00
Who have you spoken life into lately? Whose day have you turned around with the nice words you've shared? This episode discusses the power of our words towards OTHERS, which is a slight cha...
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Episode 8 - Presets from 2019-10-23T02:00
Presets are the "knee jerk" reactions or automated thoughts you have in a situation...from your alarm going off in the morning, to when someone questions your judgment. Are you aware o...
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Episode 7 - Practice Being Present from 2019-10-16T02:00
Have you ever had those moments where you think, "oh I don't want to forget this" or "I wish there was a way that I could remember more of this?" In our culture of const...
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Episode 6 - The GIFT of Anger from 2019-10-09T02:00
How in the world could anger be a gift?? Okay, it's not like that - but you can learn and use this acronym to help better understand the source of anger, which is a secondary emotion!
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Episode 5 - Mind Your Body from 2019-10-02T02:00
Do you pay more attention to your emotions or your physical reactions to emotions? Or are you even aware when you're having a physical reaction to emotions? This episode encourages you to b...
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Episode 4 - Progress from 2019-09-25T02:00
The title of this podcast is Grace in Progress, but what exactly is progress? In this episode I will dive deeper into what I define as progress, as well as pose the question...are you a spinning...
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Episode 3 - 5,5,5 from 2019-09-18T02:00
Learn and start to use a tool I use EVERY. DAY. to help you with reacting vs. responding to situations!
Links referenced:
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Episode 2 - Measuring Stick from 2019-09-18T02:00
Who or what are you measuring yourself by? If we are not aware of what our "standard of measurement" might be, we won't know if we are making any progress. (Or setting unrealistic...
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Episode 1 - Imposters from 2019-08-31T15:00
Welcome to the very first episode of Grace in Progress! Are you being your true self or do you have Imposter Syndrome like I have experienced? This episode covers a brief introduction of who I a...
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Episode 1 - Imposters from 2019-08-31T15:00
Welcome to the very first episode of Grace in Progress! Are you being your true self or do you have Imposter Syndrome like I have experienced? This episode covers a brief introduction of who I a...
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Episode 1 - Imposters from 2019-08-31T15:00
Welcome to the very first episode of Grace in Progress! Are you being your true self or do you have Imposter Syndrome like I have experienced? This episode covers a brief introduction of who I a...
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