Betterment Sessions Podcast

In today's giggly episode, we explore a bit of the science behind why laughter is so good for us, and why we should make an effort to foster more of it in our lives. We also explore ways that we can experience more humor in our day to day, so we can get in those belly laughs and connect more with those we love.

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Ep.11 - The Vagus Nerve: Your Body's Own Personal Reset Button
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Ep. 17 - How to Get Out of a Mental Funk

Listen to the Serial Sistaaas Podcast on Spotify for some true crime and some laughs.

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*Disclaimer: All information in this podcast is intended for general information purposes only.  By listening to this podcast you agree that all your decisions based on and application of the information provided by this podcast is by your own personal choice. By listening you agree that you do not hold Betterment Sessions Podcast, Emily Morrow, Natalie Morrow, or Emily Morrow Coaching liable for any claim or third party claim, death, injury, or personal/physical damage as a result of the use, interpretation, or application of the information contained in this podcast.

This episode is for you if you often find yourself excited to start new habits - whether that be a new workout routine, way of eating, hobby, or other goal - just to find that as soon as your initial motivation starts to wane you rebound right back into your old comfort zone.

Most of us have a negative association with the idea of discipline. It brings up feelings of restriction and punishment. When we can flip this association and begin to realize that self discipline is the key to our freedom, we tap into the power to change our lives for the better, for the long haul.

Sources for what Natalie learned about fear response in babies, and gut health:

• www.sciencealert.com/fear-in-babies-is-shaped-by-the-microbiome-inside-them-study-reveals/amp
• https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-021-23281-y 

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Ep. 3 - How to Identify Your Core Values & Why It Matters
Ep. 17 - How to Get Out of a Mental Funk
Ep.21- Hate Adulting? A Mindset Trick for Finding Joy in the Mundane

Become a patron and get extra perks: patreon.com/bettermentsessions

DOWNLOAD OUR 15 FREE AFFIRMATIONS FOR MIND, BODY, AND SOUL: bettermentsessions.com

Find us on Instagram:
@bettermentsessions
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To work with Emily for one-on-one mindset coaching visit emilyannemorrow.com/work-with-emily

*Disclaimer: All information in this podcast is intended for general information purposes only.  By listening to this podcast you agree that all your decisions based on and application of the information provided by this podcast is by your own personal choice. By listening you agree that you do not hold Betterment Sessions Podcast, Emily Morrow, Natalie Morrow, or Emily Morrow Coaching liable for any claim or third party claim, death, injury, or personal/physical damage as a result of the use, interpretation, or application of the information contained in this podcast.

The pandemic has been an emotional roller-coaster for all of us, to say the least.

In this episode, we break down a handful of some conflicting and complicated emotions you may be feeling as our world slowly returns back to what once was and offer some possibilities for tending to these emotions coming from a place of self compassion.

Big takeaway: be kind to yourself, be kind to others. We're all navigating this the best way we can.

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Ep. 5 - How to Own Your Emotions So They Don't Own You
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Check out our new website and download 15 free affirmations for mind, body, and soul: bettermentsessions.com

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*Disclaimer: All information in this podcast is intended for general information purposes only.  By listening to this podcast you agree that all your decisions based on and application of the information provided by this podcast is by your own personal choice. By listening you agree that you do not hold Betterment Sessions Podcast, Emily Morrow, Natalie Morrow, or Emily Morrow Coaching liable for any claim or third party claim, death, injury, or personal/physical damage as a result of the use, interpretation, or application of the information contained in this podcast. 

In this short and sweet episode, we dive into how to transform your view of mundane tasks and chores -the ones we all love to hate.

We touch on improving our relationships to exercise, housework, and more. This is great for you procrastinators out there who want to find ways to actually look forward to these things you dread.

By learning to embrace the ritual nature of day to day life, you can end your days feeling more fulfilled, grateful, and accomplished. Why not enjoy life a little more?

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@bettermentsessions
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*Disclaimer: All information in this podcast is intended for general information purposes only.  By listening to this podcast you agree that all your decisions based on and application of the information provided by this podcast is by your own personal choice. By listening you agree that you do not hold Betterment Sessions Podcast, Emily Morrow, Natalie Morrow, or Emily Morrow Coaching liable for any claim or third party claim, death, injury, or personal/physical damage as a result of the use, interpretation, or application of the information contained in this podcast. 

In this short and sweet episode, we break down the basics of the lymphatic system and how you can easily apply some self care strategies to ensure its optimal health. Feel relief from bloating, fatigue, depression, and an array of other issues and give your immunity a boost, too!

It's not complicated, but we could all benefit from focusing on the lymphatic system in our self care and wellness routine.

Our favorite dry-brush for lymphatic drainage and exfoliation.
Gua Sha tool for facial lymphatic drainage

Resources:

• Lymphatic System, The Cleveland Clinic
• Article from Functional Diagnostic Nutrition
• Dry Brushing Guide (Byrdie.com)

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• Ep. 13 - Gut Health 101: A Breakdown for Beginners
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• Ep. 4 - Natalie's Health Story

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Find us on Instagram:
@bettermentsessions
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*Disclaimer: All information in this podcast is intended for general information purposes only.  By listening to this podcast you agree that all your decisions based on and application of the information provided by this podcast is by your own personal choice. By listening you agree that you do not hold Betterment Sessions Podcast, Emily Morrow, Natalie Morrow, or Emily Morrow Coaching liable for any claim or third party claim, death, injury, or personal/physical damage as a result of the use, interpretation, or application of the information contained in this podcast. 

Do you think you're a good listener? Do you feel like you are heard in the way you need by those you love most?

In this episode, we break down the basics of active listening - a skill most of us were never taught, but one that is a baseline requirement for healthy and functional relationships. 

We also go into the biggest barriers to active listening that we all have to contend with, and how to overcome them. 

Our book recommendation for couples: Getting the Love You Want by Harville Hendrix, Phd and Helen LaKelly Hunt, Phd and the corresponding workbook.

Other resources:

• Deep Listening in Personal Relationships by Diana Raab, Phd. 
• Overcoming Barriers to Active Listening - changefactory.com.au

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• Ep. 16 - What's Your Attachment Style? Understanding the Way We Love
• Ep. 10 - The Emotional Abuse Tactic that is Gaslighting
• Ep. 7 - The Role of Boundaries in Life & Love
• Ep. 5 - How to Own Your Emotions So They Don't Own You

Find us on Instagram:
@bettermentsessions
@natcolorshair
@emilyannemorrow

Shoot us an email:
[email protected]

To work with Emily for one-on-one mindset coaching visit emilyannemorrow.com/work-with-emily

*Disclaimer: All information in this podcast is intended for general information purposes only.  By listening to this podcast you agree that all your decisions based on and application of the information provided by this podcast is by your own personal choice. By listening you agree that you do not hold Betterment Sessions Podcast, Emily Morrow, Natalie Morrow, or Emily Morrow Coaching liable for any claim or third party claim, death, injury, or personal/physical damage as a result of the use, interpretation, or application of the information contained in this podcast. 

In this episode, we share a fresh perspective on how to view a funk, a bad mood, low vibe, (or any other name this goes by) and some simple ways that you can overcome it from a variety of different angles.

An off day, week, month, or year can send us into a tailspin of self doubt and dis-empowerment. Our goal for this episode is to spark your own wisdom for what you already know you need in those moments by sharing what's worked for us, and what we are still striving to embody when we find ourselves having off days too.

*Listen to our new favorite true crime podcast, Serial Sistaaas! Available on Apple Podcasts and anywhere else you listen to podcasts.

Liked this episode? Check out these other similar episodes:

• Ep. 14 - Easy Brain Hacks for More Happiness & Less Stress
• Ep. 12 - Popular Personal Development Mindsets You Should Break Up With
• Ep. 11 - The Vagus Nerve: Your Body's Own Personal Reset Button
• Ep. 9 - Yes, Your Manifestation is on the Way: Tips for Trusting the Universe
• Ep. 5 - How to Own Your Emotions So They Don't Own You

Find us on Instagram:
@bettermentsessions
@natcolorshair
@emilyannemorrow

Shoot us an email:
[email protected]

To work with Emily for one-on-one mindset coaching visit emilyannemorrow.com/work-with-emily

*Disclaimer: All information in this podcast is intended for general information purposes only.  By listening to this podcast you agree that all your decisions based on and application of the information provided by this podcast is by your own personal choice. By listening you agree that you do not hold Betterment Sessions Podcast, Emily Morrow, Natalie Morrow, or Emily Morrow Coaching liable for any claim or third party claim, death, injury, or personal/physical damage as a result of the use, interpretation, or application of the information contained in this podcast. 

Do you notice patterns repeating themselves in your relationship or across multiple relationships? Your attachment style is probably at play!

In this episode, we provide a basic introduction into the theory of the 4 different attachment styles which serve as the filters by which we uniquely view, relate, and respond to not just romantic relationships, but those with friends, family, and co-workers.

By taking the time to identify and work with healing our own unique attachment style, we can set ourselves up for relationships that are more fulfilling, peaceful, intimate, and lasting.

Natalie's book recommendation: Getting the Love You Want by Harville Hendrix & Helen LaKelly Hunt and corresponding workbook.

Other resources:

Emily's YouTube channel recommendation: Personal Development School - Thais Gibson

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• Ep. 18 - A Guide to Being a Better Listener
• Ep. 15 - What is Self Love, Anyway? Simple Strategies for Your Self Love Practice
• Ep. 10 - The Emotional Abuse Tactic That is Gaslighting
• Ep.7 - The Role of Boundaries in Life & Love
• Ep. 5 - How to Own Your Emotions So They Don't Own You

Find us on Instagram:
@bettermentsessions
@natcolorshair
@emilyannemorrow

Shoot us an email:
[email protected]

To work with Emily for one-on-one mindset coaching visit emilyannemorrow.com/work-with-emily

*Disclaimer: All information in this podcast is intended for general information purposes only.  By listening to this podcast you agree that all your decisions based on and application of the information provided by this podcast is by your own personal choice. By listening you agree that you do not hold Betterment Sessions Podcast, Emily Morrow, Natalie Morrow, or Emily Morrow Coaching liable for any claim or third party claim, death, injury, or personal/physical damage as a result of the use, interpretation, or application of the information contained in this podcast. 

In this episode, we dive deep into a concept that we've all heard of a million times, but can certainly feel elusive, abstract, and hard to grasp.

Inspired by the work of Dr. Kristin Neff, Phd., we share tangible ways to enhance your level of self-love through the art of self-compassion. Then, we share a large list of effective, yet simple strategies for showing yourself some love on a regular basis.

The level of love we receive from and are capable of giving to others is a direct reflection of the love we have for ourselves. If you want to experience more fulfilling, compassionate relationships and abundance in all areas of life, learning your own unique self-love language is an important first step.

Please excuse a very slight decrease in audio quality for this episode! We'll be back to our standard quality very soon!

Sources:
"Emotional Freedom" by Judith Orloff

Neff, K. D. (2003) Development and validation of a scale to measure self compassion. Self and Identity, 2, 223-250

To take Dr. Neff's Self Compassion Scale test, click here.

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*Disclaimer: All information in this podcast is intended for general information purposes only.  By listening to this podcast you agree that all your decisions based on and application of the information provided by this podcast is by your own personal choice. By listening you agree that you do not hold Betterment Sessions Podcast, Emily Morrow, Natalie Morrow, or Emily Morrow Coaching liable for any claim or third party claim, death, injury, or personal/physical damage as a result of the use, interpretation, or application of the information contained in this podcast. 

In this short and sweet episode, we explore how to hack 4 of the most potent chemicals our brains produce that keep us feeling energized, happy, connected, and peaceful.

We all love a good hack, right? These are simple, straightforward, and easy to apply actions that we can all do that are scientifically proven to increase feelings of well-being. What's not to love?

Find us on Instagram:
@bettermentsessions
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@emilyannemorrow

Shoot us an email:
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To work with Emily for one-on-one mindset coaching visit emilyannemorrow.com/work-with-emily

To join Emily's free Facebook Group, Intuitive Wellness Masterminds: facebook.com/groups/intuitivewellnessmasterminds

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Sources:

https://www.healthline.com/health/dopamine-effects#high-dopamine-levels
https://www.hormone.org/your-health-and-hormones/glands-and-hormones-a-to-z/hormones/oxytocin
https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/serotonin#mental-health
https://www.healthline.com/health/endorphins

*Disclaimer: All information in this podcast is intended for general information purposes only.  By listening to this podcast you agree that all your decisions based on and application of the information provided by this podcast is by your own personal choice. By listening you agree that you do not hold Betterment Sessions Podcast, Emily Morrow, Natalie Morrow, or Emily Morrow Coaching liable for any claim or third party claim, death, injury, or personal/physical damage as a result of the use, interpretation, or application of the information contained in this podcast.