Decompress with Jess

n this episode, Melissa Fabiano and I discuss body acceptance (my arch nemesis) and how mindfulness ties into it. We also get into exercise addiction and how to maintain a healthy relationship with exercise. 

How does tying our identity to our appearance impact accepting our bodies?

How can we be more self-aware of when we are tying our self- acceptance and body acceptance to outside factors?

We get into all of this and more!

Melissa Fabiano is a coach, teacher, educator and the founder of Fuel Wellness. Her holistic and comprehensive approach to body acceptance including mindfulness, personal experience and exercise is truly admirable. Not to mention she also so sweet and kind. 

Melissa Fabiano’s information:

Instagram:

@melissafabino_

Blog entry “You are more than your physical body”:

https://melissafabiano.com/blog/you-are-more-than-your-physical-body

Website:

https://melissafabiano.com/about

My Information:

Instagram:

@decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos

Hiii friends! Originally posted in July of 2021, this episode is where Caleb Campbell and I discuss the power of vulnerability, self-compassion and self-acceptance and how they are all related. We are faced with these everyday, basically like the air around us. Having these conversations will help raise our self-awareness to it.

Do you think the root of pressure can be us resisting our want to be vulnerable?

What roles to self-compassion and self-acceptance play in vulnerability?

We discuss all of this and more! This episode is deep and really makes you think (I sure did lol)

Caleb Campbell is a life coach, keynote speaker and used to play football in the NFL. He has a story to tell and hopefully you take away something special from it today. His insight is truly inspiring!

Caleb Campbell's information:

Instagram: 

Caleb Campbell ~ Keynote Speaker, Author of Unstriving (@caleb_campbell) • Instagram photos and videos

Website:

Burnout Keynote Speaker for Leaders & Teams | Caleb Campbell

My information:

Instagram: 

(@decompress_with_jess) • Instagram photos and videos

This episode of Decompress with Jess was originally published July 5, 2021. In this episode, Dr. Cristina and I discuss social media, filters, likes (all that good stuff), and how it ties into comparing, self-esteem and impractical standards. This episode is a doozy!!

Dr. Cristina is a psychologist that specializes in working with children, teens and adults with eating disorders. She is also the host of Behind the Bite podcast, a show that shares her personal experience with eating disorders and also has guests on that have struggled themselves and overcame it. 

Dr. Cristina's information: 

Behind the Bite podcast:

Behind The Bite - Podcast - Apple Podcasts

Instagram: 

Behind the Bite (@behind_the_bite) • Instagram photos and videos

Hiii friends and welcome to my first episode of Decompress with Jess!! Originally published June 2021, this episode gives insight to what this podcast will be about. It will be a space where we can unwind and decompress while talking about mental health, self-esteem, and everything in between!! Enjoy :) 

Contact: Instagram: decompress_with_jess

Hiii I am back! And I cannot wait to share this episode with you all... about yes HEALING woooo. Decompress with Jess has on Breathwork and Somatic Anxiety Coach Rachel. Get ready...this one is eye opening!

What does somatics mean? 

What is hypervigilance and how does that tie into the inner child?

How does somatic work help someone along their healing journey? into someone's healing journey?

We get into all of this and more!

Rachel is a certified and trauma-informed Breathwork Facilitator and Somatic Anxiety Coach. Her background includes a Master's in Social Work from Adelphi University, Somatic Breathwork Certification, Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy Certification, and Flower Essence Training. Rachel specializes in teaching nervous system regulation with trauma-informed practices, easing anxiety and stress, and building self-confidence. She uses a body-based approach to healing and teaches the importance of the mind-body connection. In classes, group workshops, and individual sessions, Rachel brings her training and energy with warmth, creativity, and safety

Rachel's Information

Rachel | Breathwork & Somatic Anxiety Coach (@raethesomaticcoach) • Instagram photos and videos

Rae | Breathwork & Somatics (@raethesomaticcoach) | TikTok

Private Somatic Coaching & Breathwork (google.com)

BreathEasy E-Book - Download Now (rachelekraft.com)

My Information:

Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos

Email:  [email protected]

Oh my gosh!!! Get ready for this one friends... we are about to take a journey through reality tv and mental health with Edgar de Santiago from Season Four's Temptation Island yay. 

What impact did no phones have on you on the island?

How do you find inner peace amidst the chaos?

How has reality tv impacted your mental heatlh?

We get into all of this and more!

Edgar is an actor, writer, creator and travel enthusiast. He is from Season 4's Temptation Island, and his ability to always be composed and calm with so many cameras in his face constantly blew me away lol He is very genuine and down to earth, and you can feel a sense of peace around him. What better person to have on the podcast to discuss reality tv and its impact on mental health. 

Edgar de Santiago's Information

Edgar de Santiago (@edgar_desantiago) • Instagram photos and videos

My Information:

Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos

Email:  [email protected]

Cue motivational music in the background....I am still amped from recording this episode with inspirational online and transformational coach Christine Capella! We dive into the topics of resiliency, toxic positivity, toxic relationships and self-worth.

What is resiliency?

How does this interact with toxic positivity?

How does a strong self-worth relate to the boundaries we set for ourselves?

We get into all of this and more!

Christine Capella is an online transformational coach and speaker. She was assaulted in 2015 and had to undergo multiple surgeries, 2 facial reconstructive surgeries and 2 spine surgeries. Using fitness and the principles of fitness she was able to overcome all obstacles in her life, build her mental toughness, resilience and confidence. Her mantra: “Get up, get it done” has gotten her through all her hardships and knows that it can help you too! You can connect with her on Instagram @christinecapella. 

Christine's Information:

Connect on Instagram: Christine Capella (@christinecapella) • Instagram photos and videos

My Information:

Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos

Email:  [email protected]

Marisa Cohen is back and here to discuss with us love languages (which was so helpful because sometimes I feel like I speak a different language than everyone lol)

What are the five languages?

Do you need to have the same love language as a romantic partner, family member, friend for your relationship to work?

How does social media play a role in this?

We get into all of this and more!

Marisa is a coach, relationship researcher and expert, author and writer for Psychology Today. Marisa has the ability to make you feel like you are talking to a friend you've known for years,  all while she is breaking down research and difficult concepts lol Her warm nature is extremely valued and relatable. 

Marisa's Information:

Linktree: @marisatcohen | Linktree

Connect on Instagram: Marisa T. Cohen (@marisatcohen) • Instagram photos and videos

TEDx Talk, The Science of Relationships: Marisa T. Cohen: The Science of Relationships | TED Talk

My Information:

Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos

Email:  [email protected]

Sorry for shouting friends, and I am probably late to the game with this but.....THERE IS SUCH A THING AS BRAIN-GUT CONNECTION AND THE BUILDING BLOCKS OF SERATONIN ARE MADE IN YOUR GUT!!!!!!!! Okay, I have calmed down now lol

What is the brain-gut connection?

How does it tie into mental health?

What are superfoods?

We get into all of this and more!

For this episode I am honored to have on my friend Dean Michael, founder of Manifested Wellness, former (IFBB International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness) Pro, and just an overall great person. His passion about this topic really shows through, and he truly broke down the information in a way that is less scary. 

You can find more about Dean and his work via the following: 

 Instagram - Dean Michael Fazzolari (@dean_michael) • Instagram photos and videos

 My Information:

 Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos

 Email:  [email protected]

Dr. Christina is back (yay) to help us tackle the impact of body altering and retouching apps on body dysmorphia and body image. This made my head spin lol 

Retouching apps can whiten teeth, remove blemishes, eliminate pores and even alter the shape and proportions of your body. But at what expense?

What is body dysmorphia?
What are some root causes of body dysmorphia?
How does social media impact our body image?

We get into all of this and more!

Dr. Cristina's information:

Podcast:
‎Behind The Bite on Apple Podcasts

Instagram:
Behind The Bite Podcast (@behind_the_bite_podcast) • Instagram photos and videos

Website:
Homepage - DR. CRISTINA A CASTAGNINI, PHD (freedomtowellness.com)

My information:

Instagram:
@decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos

Email:
[email protected]