Hot Flashes & Fiction

"Web MD will be the death of you (AND me)!" Lol. In this weeks episode, Izzy shares some facts on Hypochondria, (aka health anxiety disorder) how to recognize symptoms, and how you can use emotion management and emotional regulation before convicing yourself that you have terminal illnesses. Tune in for the rest! Don't forget to leave a rating/review if you love it! :) And come to the live show if you're in LA.

The Wellness Latina EN VIVO: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-wellness-latina-en-vivo-tickets-377551044337

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/illness-anxiety-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20373782

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"Worry about yourself baby girl!" This week Izzy tells you how living vicariously is pyschologically proven to contribute to thoughts of misery, depression, ad self-doubt. She also reminds you to focus on your own goals, log off of social media (if its triggering), and utilize wellness checks to remind yourself that you're doing alright! Tune in for the rest and don't forget to leave a rating and/or review if you love it. :)

TWL EN VIVO tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-wellness-latina-en-vivo-tickets-377551044337

Web MD Article: is-living-vicariously-through-others-dangerous

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"Hate the summer heat? You're not alone!" This week, Izzy tells you how summer depression (aka summer SADness, aka S.A.D, aka Lana del Rey vibes) can impact different areas of wellness. 

4% of people panic at the beginning of summer. 10% cry when it's over. Tune in to find out how the sun is disrespectful to folks with health conditions, physical disabilities, financial hardships, and low self-esteems. 

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Don't forget to leave a rating and review if you love it. :) 

Web MD (cheesy article): https://www.webmd.com/depression/summer-depression

"Apple news ruined my day!" This week Izzy starts the episode with a wellness check, her thoughts on roe vs wade, fears of the future, and why getting lost in the valley was so not a vibe this morning. "It was a rough one, ok!" 

She also tells you about her new community for podcasters and why she feels it's absolutely necessary for podcasters to unite! Tune in for the rest and please leave a rating/review if you love it. :) 

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"Men are literally not okay!" In this episode, Izzy zooms in on men's mental health, mental health myths, and how to stop contributing to the stigmas. Spoiler alert! Telling men to "man up" is not the answer! Talking about important shit while driving is also not the answer. Lol. 

Shout to the homie who requested this episode. Send topic requests to [email protected] Follow WBR on IG: @wellnessbaeradio

Articles:

National Institute of Mental Health: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health

Medical News Today: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/mens-mental-health-man-up-is-not-the-answer 

Healthline: https://www.healthline.com/health-news/how-can-we-reduce-mens-mental-health-stigma 

Resources:

Find Help & Support Groups: Mental Health America https://www.mhanational.org/infographic-mental-health-men 

"I swallowed my pride and asked for meds!" This week, Izzy talks about serotonin, SSRI's, and what it's been like being on antidepressants again. Spoiler alert: they're working! 

Read the following fact sheet and articles for more info on depression, serotonin, and antidepressants:

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) - Mayo Clinic

Serotonin and Depression: 9 Questions and Answers 

Serotonin: Functions, Normal Range, Side Effects, and More  

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"I just found out I'm a middle aged woman!" In this episode, Izzy shares info on developmental psychology, aging, and what that means if you're under age 35! Spoiler alert: It means you still have time! She also tells you why she wants to prepare her mind, body, and spirit to become a mother (and hopefully attract her future baby daddy into her life. Lol)! Tune in for the rest.

Leave a review if you love it. :) 

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Links:

Medical News Today: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/319185

Early Adulthood/Middle Adulthood: https://opentextbc.ca/introductiontopsychology/chapter/6-4-early-and-middle-adulthood-building-effective-lives/ 

https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Human_Development/Book%3A_Lifespan_Development_-_A_Psychological_Perspective_(Lally_and_Valentine-French)/07%3A_Emerging_and_Early_Adulthood 

"Don’t over do it with the compliments!" In this week’s episode, Izzy talks about praise and favors in relationships. Don't just tell your partner they're amazing, show them! She also talks about relationship types and how to gain or lose attraction! Spoiler alert: like them less! lol.

Tune in for the rest. Leave a review/rating if you loved it. :)

"The person you're meant to be with is right in front of your nose!" This week, Izzy talks about relationships and the three things that attract you to a romantic partner: proximity, similarities, and personal attributes! You'll also learn how the proximity of choice can ruin any potential love interests.

Tune in for the rest! Don't forget to leave a rating/review if you love it. :)

Info obtained from Izzy's textbook: The Social Animal 

https://www.amazon.com/Social-Animal-Elliot-Aronson/dp/1429233419