I Thought I Was Over This

Welcome to another episode of I Thought I Was Over This with Dr. Kimber. 

In this episode, Dr. Kimber invites you to hit pause on your hectic routine and discover practical ways to reset your nervous system—whether you need a boost of motivation to get going or a moment of calm to ease anxiety and overwhelm. 

She guides you through gentle grounding techniques, mindful breathing exercises like box breath, and even a butterfly hug to help bring your mind and body back to center. 

Plus, Dr. Kimber shares why connecting with nature and tuning in to your body’s needs, even for just a few minutes, can make a world of difference. Tune in for a short, actionable episode designed to help you meet yourself where you are, find compassion, and move forward with greater clarity and ease.

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Book: Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing

This episode was recorded before the July 4th tragedy in Texas and other flooding around the US. May anyone who is grieving have the experience - you aren't alone.

Welcome to another episode of I Thought I Was Over This with Dr. Kimber. In this intimate Pause episode, Dr. Kimber invites listeners into a space of gentle reflection and nervous system reset. Drawing on her own experience of grief—recording on the anniversary of her son's passing—she offers guidance for anyone carrying difficult emotions like sorrow, overwhelm, or disappointment.

Through mindful breathing exercises, sensory awareness, and the wisdom of poets and mystics, Dr. Kimber explores the power of pausing and the healing found in simply being present. She shares practical tools, from centering prayer to journaling, for navigating pain and making space for what is. Whether you’re in need of comfort, or a moment to just catch your breath, this episode provides compassionate companionship and a reminder: you have the capacity to hold whatever life brings. Settle in and allow yourself this pause—you matter, and you’re not alone.

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Book: Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing

Welcome to a calming episode of “I Thought I Was Over This,” where Dr. Kimber, a licensed clinical psychologist and somatic experiencing practitioner, guides us through a gentle journey of grounding and regulation. 

In this episode, Dr. Kimber invites listeners to settle in, become aware of their environment, and practice mindful breathing and self-soothing techniques designed to reset the nervous system. 

She shares insights from psychological research—including the principles of dual awareness and polyvagal theory—helping us recognize how our bodies respond to stress and how we can gently return to a state of ease. 

We’re treated to a reflective reading of the poem “The Work of Happiness” by May Sarton, weaving together themes of presence, growth, and inner peace. 

Whether you’re looking to slow down, re-center, or simply cultivate more happiness in your day, this episode offers a thoughtful space for self-care and renewal.

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Book: Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing

Welcome back to I Thought I Was Over This with Dr. Kimber Del Valle. In today’s “Pause 63” episode, Dr. Kimber shares grounding practices and gentle reflections that have supported her and her communities through overwhelming times, including her new Fierce Gentle group and intimate grief circles.

This episode is your invitation to slow down, reconnect with your body, and practice simple regulation techniques designed to soothe anxiety and calm an overactive mind. Dr. Kimber leads you through mindful breathwork, softening exercises, and sensory grounding, layered with poetry readings to foster presence and insight. Whether you’re feeling frantic or numb, overwhelmed or exhausted, this is your safe space to rest, reset, and rediscover your inner quiet.

Settle in, let your breath deepen, and allow Dr. Kimber to gently guide you back to yourself—one grounded moment at a time.

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Book: Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing

In this episode, Dr. Kimber Del Valle invites you to embrace the power of pause, guiding you through a series of thoughtful journal prompts and breathing exercises designed to ground you and awaken clarity. Whether you're navigating loss, embracing change, or simply seeking deeper self-understanding, these practices offer a nurturing space to connect with your inner world.

Highlights from this episode include:

• Grounding Techniques
  • Learn how to calm your nervous system and become present through simple yet effective methods.
• Guided Journal Prompts
  • Uncover what's stirring in your heart with exercises like "What I really want to say" and "What matters".
• Inspirational Poetry
  • Journal Prompts with thought-provoking poems by Maggie Smith and Ada Limon.
• Building Awareness
  • Discover the importance of naming what you're aware of in your life and inviting intentionality into your daily routine.

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Book: Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing

Are you overwhelmed by your grief? Having difficulty believing you're going to be able to manage your stress levels without having a mental or physical collapse? Wait no longer - Dr. Kimber dives deep into the complexities of grief and offers incredibly valuable insights on how to navigate through those tough times.

What You’ll Learn from This Episode:

1. Gravity and Support: Understand how gravity is a gift and something that can help ground you as you navigate your grief.
2. Stress Reduction Techniques: Master simple yet effective techniques like relaxing the jaw, feeling your heartbeat, and transferring heat from your hand to your chest to manage stress.
3. Positive Body Observation: Learn to observe your body positively rather than critically, even in tough times.
4. Journaling: Discover the power of journaling or audio recording to process your grief and emotions.
5. Creative Ways to Find Joy: Dr. Kimber shares how finding small moments of joy can make a big difference during grieving times.

Don’t Miss Out:

This episode isn’t just about managing grief; it’s about understanding the transformative power it can have in our lives. Dr. Kimber even reads a touching poem that captures the essence of the stages of grief and offers journal prompts to help you along your journey.

Dr. Kimber will be launching A Journey To Hope - her grief subscription service soon! Sign up on her website for the waitlist to get all the information.

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Book: Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing

In this episode, Dr. Kimber focuses on three key takeaways to prepare for a successful school year:

1. Collaborative Approach: Dr. Kimber emphasizes the importance of collaborating with children in adjusting to the back-to-school routine. She encourages open communication to support struggling children and to cultivate a learning environment at home.
2. Mindful Relaxation Techniques: Dr. Kimber suggests using relaxation techniques such as softening hands, breath control, and mindful observation of the surroundings to reduce stress and anxiety.
3. Balancing Responsibilities and Life-Giving Activities: Dr. Kimber highlights the need to find a balance in maintaining responsibilities and finding life-giving activities. She discusses the significance of meal planning, studying environment, managing phone distractions during study time, understanding the significance of sleep, and using movement and kinesthetic interventions to support learning.

These takeaways are essential for parents and caregivers to support their children in having a successful and fulfilling school year.

Resources: 

• The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness by Jonathan Haidt 
• The Teenage Brain: A Neuroscientist's Survival Guide to Raising Adolescents and Young Adults by Frances E Jensen and Amy Ellis Nutt
• Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain by Daniel J. Siegel, M.D. 

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Book: Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing

In this episode, Dr. Kimber shares some invaluable insights on building your skills to regulate your body for a better sleep experience. Did you know that our body's sympathetic system (the "gas pedal") can get stuck on when we're unable to sleep, while our parasympathetic system (the "brake") doesn't work properly? It's like trying to drive with the accelerator jammed, making it difficult to calm down and relax. This episode gives you some tools for accessing your "brake."

Key Takeaways:

1. Why sleep can sometimes feel elusive, especially during times of stress, grief, or uncertainty.
2. Techniques to train your mind and body to wind down during the day, preparing you for a restful night.
3. The power of mindfulness and breathwork in regulating your nervous system and promoting relaxation.
4. Ways to communicate safety to your body, creating a conducive environment for deep sleep.

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Book: Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing

In this podcast episode, Dr. Kimber guides you through powerful relaxation techniques to help reset your mind from overwhelming feelings or trauma responses. It's all about having the awareness to recognize and be mindful of your body's responses to stress and trauma. She guides listeners through grounding exercises to help them pause what's automatically happening in order to shift out of the overwhelm.

Key Takeaways:

1. The Power of Noticing: Dr. Kimber guides you through exercises to help you take in your surroundings and pay attention to your body, teaching you to intentionally ground yourself in the present moment.
2. Regulating Your Breath: Learn the importance of mindful breathing and how it can help shift your body from a dysregulated state to a regulated one. Dr. Kimber leads you through a box breathing exercise to show you just how helpful it can be. 
3. Inviting Movement: Discover the magic of spontaneous movement as a way to signal to your body that it's safe to relax, and learn how it's a key part of building that muscle of trust.
4. Embracing Discomfort: Dr. Kimber discusses the importance of tolerating discomfort and anxiety to move from a state of freeze to one of calm and thriving. It's all about learning how intentional discomfort can lead to healing and health.
5. Reconnecting with Your Body: Dive into self-massage, gentle movements, and the power of noticing your surroundings, taste, smell, body temperature, and tactile sensations to reconnect with your body.

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Book: Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing

In this special podcast episode, Dr. Kimber guides you through powerful relaxation techniques to help reset your mind. It's all about having the awareness to recognize and be mindful of your body's responses to stress and trauma. She guides listeners through grounding exercises to help them identify signs of being within their "window of tolerance" and to intentionally practice relaxation.

Key Takeaways:

1. Window of Tolerance: Learning to recognize when we're within our window of tolerance enables us to empathize, analyze, and be adaptive. This practice helps us return to that balanced state.
2. Intentional Relaxation: Softening your eyes, massaging your jaw, and noticing your breath can significantly contribute to a deep sense of relaxation, helping us combat trauma responses.
3. Mind Muscle Training: Don't let distraction keep you stressed. Just like lifting weights at the gym, training our mind to focus and be present takes time and practice. It's all about building the muscle of concentration to achieve a more relaxed state.

Remember, your nervous system is thanking you for taking the time to invest in your wellbeing. Let's keep practicing intentional relaxation and nurturing a thriving mindset. Together, we can create space for healing and growth. If you have any requests for podcast themes, drop me a direct message on Instagram (@dr_kimber). Take care, and remember, you are a sacred being.

Poem read: Tony Hoagland's "Field Guide"

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Book: Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing