Life and Laughter

Nearly 50% of women in Utah don't feel socially safe. They don't feel they have the mental and emotional support they need to get through life's challenges.

Dr. Lisa Diamond is a psychologist and professor at the University of Utah, teaching developmental psychology, health psychology and gender studies.

Her research brief "Safety First: The Health Implications of Social Belonging Among Utah Women" highlights the disconnection women in Utah struggle with and brings the epidemic of disconnection to light.

My discussion with Dr. Diamond is illuminating and heartbreaking. Tune in for this important conversation.

I have terrible social skills but I'm trying to get better. I'm working to get past the loud voices in my head that tell me no one wants to be my friend. That voice is just me as a little girl. I've spent the last couple of years trying to make and be a friend.

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Holistic health coach AnnaLaura Brown talks with me about autoimmune disease. Women account for nearly 80% of autoimmune disease diagnoses. We need to treat our bodies with love and care, not judgment and condemnation.

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Motherhood is often raised to the level of sainthood, but who the hell wants to be a saint? Especially when it means dealing with toddlers, tweens and teens. Instead of talking about how great motherhood is, let's talk about how hard it is. Let's be real about what mothers need and start giving it to them!

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It seems that women often have a hard time being angry. Whether it's identifying, acknowledging, understanding or feeling anger, women would rather push that emotion down.

Shelly Coburn is a therapist and life coach. As the owner of Bloom Therapy + Life Coaching , Shelly helps women work through anger, resentment and frustration by teaching them to set boundaries and get to know and love themselves.

Shelly’s career in mental health began in the area of Philanthropy and humanitarian efforts within numerous third-world countries, leading her to seek for an advanced degree in Social Work and Psychotherapy. She has her own practice, Bloom Therapy and Life Coaching and has been on staff at Huntsman Mental Health Institute for over 12 years. She began her working career in Architectural Design and continues to step into this arena periodically. She is the mother of 3 talented children, has a passion for connecting with people and has had the opportunity to have traveled over 65 countries, just recently having returned from trekking Patagonia. She enjoys skiing Utah snow, is an avid hiker and is currently learning to sail and kite board.

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This podcast episode almost didn't happen - because procrastination.

Luckily, I got the kick in the pants I needed to refocus and record this episode.

Why do we procrastinate? What's the difference between procrastination and laziness?

How can we stop judging ourselves when we procrastinate?

All these questions - and more - are in this episode!

Dr. Corrine Ellsworth-Beaumont is changing breast cancer education around the world. Her breast cancer symptoms graphic design is educating women and doctors, and changing the conversation about early screening and detection.

This episode is so valuable. Share with your family and friends - it might save a life.

Ellsworth-Beaumont is the founder and CEO of the Know Your Lemons Foundation as well as Dandelion Health, and has been featured on CNN, BBC News, ITV, various radio stations and numerous publications in the health, beauty, technology, and design fields. She is an advisor for the World Health Organization’s Global Breast Cancer Initiative, a member of the World Cancer Day campaign committee, and frequently presents at global conferences, such as the United Nations Civil Society Conference and the World Cancer Congress discussing equitable ways to empower patients, particularly women, to better navigate breast health, and has received two Webby nominations for the Know Your Lemons app she designed.

When we worry about what others think of us, it diminishes our power. We start acting in ways we hope they will find acceptable, even at the expense of our own souls.

What other people think about you is not your problem. WHAT OTHER PEOPLE THINK ABOUT YOU IS NOT YOUR PROBLEM.

Ryan Carver is changing the conversation around aging and weakness. His program works with adults over 50 to bring them back to optimal health through strength and mobility training. His results are incredible! If you're getting older (and who isn't) listen up!

Ryan Carver is the owner and master trainer at Leverage Fitness Solutions where they specialize in helping adults 50+ battle their injuries, illnesses, and aging to exceed previous fitness and performance levels and defy the status quo around aging. Ryan graduated from the University of Utah in Exercise Science and Nutrition, has multiple certifications and specializations. Was a finalist for international personal trainer of the year in 2020 and was just awarded fitness professional of the year by the Medical Fitness Network. He's a proud father of 4, masters athlete, and author.

The princess model of relationships isn't exactly healthy. In this solo episode, I discuss various princesses and the danger of their relationships. 

You might recognize your own behavior, for better or worse.

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