Welcome to the season 4 finale of Living Freely Podcast! Today Rachel Ann Dine, LPC is leaving you with some take action strategies for finding a sense of hope during stressful or troubling times plus reading three different inspiring stories of real life people who were able to increase their own mental health. Norfolk Public Library and Rachel Ann Dine thank you for joining in this season and we are SO grateful to you for tuning in. Be empowered to know that you matter, you can always switch up what is not working in your life, and you are worthy of surrounding yourself with people, places, and things that bring you a sense of joy!

Resources for individual counseling are www.psychologytoday.com, goodtherapy.org, https://openpathcollective.org/

Resource discussed in show today: https://www.nami.org/home

Want to know more about what programs Norfolk Public Library is offering?

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Say hi to Rachel Ann and receive more mental health resources!

Mental Health Apparel ($1 from every sale goes to an organization dedicated to mental health community support!): https://dine-in-psychology.creator-spring.com

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).

A certain relational dynamic can present itself, and these two types of people can often end up finding themselves together. But why do codependency and narcissism often go hand in hand? Are there ways to break codependent patterns? Why does someone with Narcissistic Personality Disorder naturally gravitate towards someone who may be codependent? Listen in to Living Freely Podcast today as Licensed Professional Counselor, Rachel Ann Dine, breaks it all down + shares realistic ways you can start to decrease and manage codependent tendencies.

Resources for individual counseling are www.psychologytoday.com, goodtherapy.org, https://openpathcollective.org/

Article from used in show: https://www.verywellmind.com/what-s-the-best-codependency-treatment-5070487 

Want to know more about what programs Norfolk Public Library is offering?

Visit their website to learn more: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Say hi to Rachel Ann and receive more mental health resources!

Mental Health Apparel ($1 from every sale goes to an organization dedicated to mental health community support!): https://dine-in-psychology.creator-spring.com

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).

Time and time again, research has shown how important gratitude practice is and the MAJOR benefits of cultivating gratitude in life! Today on Living Freely Podcast, Rachel Ann Dine, LPc breaks down what exactly the research says on how gratitude can change the brain (and many other physical and psychological aspects of a person) as well as how you can realistically start implementing these important practices. The best part about practicing gratitude?! It's ultimately something free and accessible to us at anytime. Be empowered to try gratitude practice! 

Resources for individual counseling are www.psychologytoday.com, goodtherapy.org, https://openpathcollective.org/

Want to know more about what programs Norfolk Public Library is offering?

Visit their website to learn more: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Say hi to Rachel Ann and receive more mental health resources!

Mental Health Apparel ($1 from every sale goes to an organization dedicated to mental health community support!): https://dine-in-psychology.creator-spring.com

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).

Have you ever wondered what exactly Borderline Personality Disorder is? Maybe you've heard this term but are unfamiliar with the diagnostic criteria and symptom presentation. Today on Living Freely Podcast, listen in as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC breaks down what exactly BPD is, symptoms, Diagnostic and Statistical Manual's clinical criteria, and the gold standard treatment approach (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy or DBT). While sometimes Borderline Personality Disorder can have a stigma attached as any mental health condition can as well, be empowered to know that with treatment, healing can take place.  

Resources for individual counseling are www.psychologytoday.com, goodtherapy.org, https://openpathcollective.org/

Want to know more about what programs Norfolk Public Library is offering?

Visit their website to learn more: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Say hi to Rachel Ann and receive more mental health resources!

Mental Health Apparel ($1 from every sale goes to an organization dedicated to mental health community support!): https://dine-in-psychology.creator-spring.com

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).

When you think of the word cult, what comes to mind? With more and more media exposing certain high control cultic groups, today on Living Freely, Rachel Ann Dine, LPC shares what makes some people more susceptible to joining cultic groups than others, why in many ways-- anyone is susceptible, how these harmful groups form, and what you should look out for in certain groups. Interestingly enough, there are many parallels between cultic groups and abusive relationships. Listen in to learn more!

Resources for individual counseling are www.psychologytoday.com, goodtherapy.org, https://openpathcollective.org/

Resources from today's show: https://freedomofmind.com/cult-mind-control/bite-model/

Want to know more about what programs Norfolk Public Library is offering?

Visit their website to learn more: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Say hi to Rachel Ann and receive more mental health resources!

Mental Health Apparel ($1 from every sale goes to an organization dedicated to mental health community support!): https://dine-in-psychology.creator-spring.com

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).

What do you do if you suspect your loved one, family member, or friend has a substance use issue? This can be a difficult experience for all involved and today on Living Freely Podcast, Rachel Ann Dine, LPC is sharing exactly what substance use disorder is, the dysfunction that can occur, and how you can navigate the difficult situation of dealing with a loved one who has an addiction. Addiction to substances of any kind does not discriminate and there can be complex psychological dynamics at play. Know that you are not alone and there are ways you can receive support!

Resources for individual counseling are www.psychologytoday.com, goodtherapy.org, https://openpathcollective.org/

Want to know more about what programs Norfolk Public Library is offering?

Visit their website to learn more: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Say hi to Rachel Ann and receive more mental health resources!

Mental Health Apparel ($1 from every sale goes to an organization dedicated to mental health community support!): https://dine-in-psychology.creator-spring.com

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).

More and more we are learning about spiritual and religious abuse and seeing different signs of it. Research shows consistently that having spiritual and religious beliefs can help a person fair better in life--but unfortunately, sometimes leaders can abuse their place of power and or use fear/intimidation to control member's behaviors. Today on Living Freely Podcast, Rachel Ann Dine, LPC is sharing all about what exactly spiritual abuse is, how you can recognize high control or harmful groups, and ways to start the healing process if you recognize any of these factors in your own life. DISCLAIMER: This episode is in NO way meant to demonize all religious or spiritual groups, only to highlight how certain practices can become harmful. As shared, research supports the practice of spirituality and religion and this episode seeks to outline how groups can become harmful versus helpful!

Resources for individual counseling are www.psychologytoday.com, goodtherapy.org, https://openpathcollective.org/

Want to know more about what programs Norfolk Public Library is offering?

Visit their website to learn more: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Say hi to Rachel Ann and receive more mental health resources!

Mental Health Apparel ($1 from every sale goes to an organization dedicated to mental health community support!): https://dine-in-psychology.creator-spring.com

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB

Resources Used in Today's Episode:

https://freedomofmind.com/

https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/signs-spiritual-abuse#:~:text=Support%20and%20Resources-,What%20Is%20Spiritual%20Abuse%3F,denomination%2C%20or%20group%20of%20people

https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-toxic-positivity-5093958

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).

Getting into a relationship with a controlling person can be confusing. Often times, the control is exhibited over time and can be hard to spot initially. Listen in to Living Freely today as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC and Certified Forensic Mental Health Evaluator shares some of the most common signs of a controlling relationship (romantic or platonic). You are deserving of a healthy, manipulative-free relationship dynamic! 

Reach out for help at the Domestic Violence Hotline if you find you are in a domestic violence situation, are experiencing intimate partner violence, or need support: (1-800-799-7233 or TTY 1-800-787-3224).

Resources for individual counseling are www.psychologytoday.com, goodtherapy.org, https://openpathcollective.org/

Want to know more about what programs Norfolk Public Library is offering?

Visit their website to learn more: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Say hi to Rachel Ann and receive more mental health resources!

Mental Health Apparel ($1 from every sale goes to an organization dedicated to mental health community support!): https://dine-in-psychology.creator-spring.com

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB

Resources Used in Today's Episode:

https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/signs-of-controlling-person/

https://www.verywellfamily.com/signs-your-friend-is-controlling-and-a-bully-460803#:~:text=When%20someone%20expects%20or%20demands,or%20be%20condescending%20and%20rude

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).

Are you familiar with high functioning anxiety and depression (also sometimes called "Smiling Depression")?! The symptoms and manifestation may surprise you but these are all too common mental health issues. Listen in to Living Freely Podcast today and Rachel Ann Dine, LPC goes in depth to explain what high functioning anxiety, high functioning or smiling depression is, and how these two common mental health experiences can cause a person to not feel as if they're enough. And of course, listen in to the second half of the episode for realistic and implementable ways to cope if high functioning anxiety or depression sound all too familiar to you.

Resources for individual counseling are www.psychologytoday.com, goodtherapy.org, https://openpathcollective.org/

Want to know more about what programs Norfolk Public Library is offering?

Visit their website to learn more: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Say hi to Rachel Ann and receive more mental health resources!

Mental Health Apparel ($1 from every sale goes to an organization dedicated to mental health community support!): https://dine-in-psychology.creator-spring.com

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).

Have you ever wondered why you think about worst case scenarios?! How about why it's hard for you to take a compliment? You may be getting into the territory of having a cognitive distortion (don't worry, you're not alone-it happens to all of us from time to time!). Today on Living Freely podcast, Rachel Ann Dine is explaining what CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) is briefly, but then getting into what cognitive distortions are, why it matters to know, and how you can start to change your thinking if any of these resonate with you. Being kind to your mind does take time, recognition of unhelpful thoughts, and unlearning maladaptive thought patterns...but CAN be done! 

Resources for individual counseling are www.psychologytoday.com, goodtherapy.org, https://openpathcollective.org/

Want to know more about what programs Norfolk Public Library is offering?

Visit their website to learn more: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Say hi to Rachel Ann and receive more mental health resources!

Mental Health Apparel ($1 from every sale goes to an organization dedicated to mental health community support!): https://dine-in-psychology.creator-spring.com

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB

Resources Used In Show:

https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-cognitive-behavior-therapy-2795747

https://www.healthline.com/health/cognitive-distortions#discounting-the-positive

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).