Life Lived Better

Life Lived Better

By Joseph Massey and Paula GarlandEducationSelf-Improvement
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  • Episode 49: Abuse, Part 2

    This is the second part of Joseph and Paula talking about abuse. This is not a pleasant topic, but definitely a necessary one. According to the National Statistics on Domestic Violence, nearly 20 people each minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. For one year, this equates to more than 10 million women and men. Those figures only take into account domestic violence. 

    We are covering 8 different types of abuse. We are examining the different types of abuse, their symptoms, and how to seek support if you find yourself experiencing any of them and how to support a person who has.  Part 2 addresses Psychological, Financial, and Spiritual Abuse. #Scientology 

    Due to the nature of the content, we hope you will take care while listening. 

    To review our information, you can visit the website we acquired our sourced material at HealthyPlace.com. 

    Should you need support for any of the topics we discuss, please use any of these hotlines: 

    • Child Abuse Hotline – 1-800-4-A-CHILD (800 422 4453) 
    • National Domestic Violence Hotline – 1-800-799-7233 
    • Missing & Exploited Children Hotline - 1-800-843-5678 
    • Suicide Hotline: Dial 988 
    • 4UTrevor for gay and questioning youth - 1-866-488-7386 
    • If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifelivedbetter.net or email them directly at [email protected] 

      You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: www.lifelivedbetter.net. 

      Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession. 

      We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. 

      And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

      38 min
    • Episode 48: Abuse, Part 1

      This multi-episode topic is a tough one. Joseph and Paula are talking about abuse. This is not a pleasant topic, but definitely a necessary one. According to the National Statistics on Domestic Violence, nearly 20 people each minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. For one year, this equates to more than 10 million women and men. Those figures only take into account domestic violence. We are covering 8 different types of abuse. We are examining the different types of abuse, their symptoms, and how to seek support if you find yourself experiencing any of them and how to support a person who has. 

      Part 1 addresses Physical, Emotional, and Verbal Abuse.

      Due to the nature of the content, we hope you will take care while listening.

      To review our information, you can visit the website we acquired our sourced material at HealthyPlace.com.

      Should you need support for any of the topics we discuss, please use any of these hotlines:

      • Child Abuse Hotline – 1-800-4-A-CHILD (800 422 4453)
      • National Domestic Violence Hotline – 1-800-799-7233
      • Missing & Exploited Children Hotline - 1-800-843-5678
      • Suicide Hotline: Dial 988
      • 4UTrevor for gay and questioning youth - 1-866-488-7386
      • If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifelivedbetter.net or email them directly at [email protected]

        You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: www.lifelivedbetter.net.

        Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.

        We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us.

        And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.

        40 min
      • Episode 47: Your Personal Mission and Vision

        We know companies have Mission and Vision Statements, but have you ever considered having a personal one? What would yours say? Listen as Joseph and Paula tell you what a Personal Mission and Vision Statement should contain and how to write your very own.

        If you have a question, you would like them to answer, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifelivedbetter.net or email them directly at [email protected]

        You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: www.lifelivedbetter.net.

        Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.

        We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us.

        36 min
      • Episode 46: Questions for Counselors

        Pulling from questions asked by a new group of students, Joseph and Paula bring back an old favorite! Questions for Counselors. 

        What are the best counseling techniques? How is technology changing how counselors do their jobs? Those are only two of the questions addressed in this episode.

        If you have a question, you would like them to answer, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifelivedbetter.net or email them directly at [email protected] 

        You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: www.lifelivedbetter.net.

        Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.

        We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us.

        33 min
      • Episode 45: New Year, Fresh Start

        Happy New Year! Can you believe it is already 2023?

        Want to know the most popular New Year's Resolutions? 

        1. Exercise more (52% of respondents)
        2. Eat healthier (50%)
        3. Lose weight (40%)
        4. Save more money (39%)
        5. Spend more time with family and friends (37%)
        6. Did you make any resolutions? Have you kept up with them? Did you know only 8% of Americans keep their resolutions and a majority of those who make them stop about 36 days after beginning? 

          Joseph and Paula dive into resolutions - what they are, the most popular, and how you can keep them. If you did not make any resolutions, you are not left out. These are tips to keep goals, resolutions or not. 

          Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.

          Let us hear from you. If you have any question, you want the pair to tackle, just email. Maybe your question will be addressed in future episodes. [email protected] We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us.

          33 min
        7. Episode 44: Dealing with Burnout

          Low energy? Feeling hopeless? Cynical? Maybe even resentful? You could have burnout. Burnout is a form of exhaustion, and it can happen to anyone. It can be caused by constant busyness and prolonged stress. Burnout is often a result of a person's job. Though it is not a formal medical diagnosis, it definitely can affect mental and physical health. 

          Joseph and Paula take a look at burnout - the symptoms, signs, types, reasons, and what to do if you have it. They each throw in some personal experiences with burnout, too. 

          There are a few other episodes in previous seasons you might want to listen to if you enjoyed this one!

          Season 1, Episode 7: Self-Care

          Season 1, Episode 12: Stress Busting

          Season 2, Episode 2: Burnout

          Season 2, Episode 8: Resilience

          You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: www.lifelivedbetter.net.

          Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.

          Let us hear from you. If you have any question, you want the pair to tackle, just email. Maybe your question will be addressed in future episodes. [email protected] We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us.

          40 min
        8. Winter Holiday Greetings!

          No matter which you celebrate, we wish you the warmest of winter holidays!

          You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: www.lifelivedbetter.net.

          Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.

          Let us hear from you. If you have any question, you want the pair to tackle, just email. Maybe your question will be addressed in future episodes. [email protected] We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us.

          1 min
        9. Episode 43: Anger
          Annoyed? Feeling rage? Many people see anger as a negative emotion. But actually, anger is a normal emotion we all experience. It ranges in intensity – slight annoyance to rage. Anger can act as a barometer letting us know something needs to change or be addressed. Joseph and Paula dive into the emotion and its nuances. 
          You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: www.lifelivedbetter.net.
          Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession.
          Let us hear from you. If you have any question, you want the pair to tackle, just email. Maybe your question will be addressed in future episodes. [email protected] We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us.
          44 min
        10. Episode 42: Who Am I?

          Have you ever considered what makes you who you are and how you became that way? What is the reason for your beliefs? Your likes and dislikes? Your perceptions and values? Joseph and Paula tackle the existential question, Who Am I? on this issue of Life, Lived Better. 

          If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifelivedbetter.net or email them directly at ⁠[email protected]⁠ 

          You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠. 

          Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better. 

          43 min
        11. Episode 41: Regret

          What is regret and is it normal? What role does it play in your life? Is it helping you or hurting?

          Joseph and Paula will address regret and how to allow it to benefit you during this episode.

          If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifelivedbetter.net or email them directly at ⁠[email protected]⁠ 

          You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠. 

          Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better. 

          37 min

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