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Join us on our latest episode as we dive into the remarkable mind of Julianna Coughlin, a marathon runner, registered dietitian, and neurodiversity advocate! 🌟

Discover the incredible journey of a woman who has turned her ADHD and dyslexia into superpowers, leveraging technology and creative systems to balance her multifaceted life. From Tokyo marathons to Harry Potter-themed travels, Julianna’s experiences are both inspiring and educational.

In this episode, Julianna shares:

- Her methods for managing ADHD and anxiety

- The unique cultural nuances of Tokyo, including their advanced toilets!

- Insights into her work with individuals with developmental disabilities

- The importance of being vocal about neurodiversity in the workplace

- Her upcoming projects and love for the Grishaverse books

Don't miss out on Julianna's motivational message and her top tips for leading a balanced and fulfilling life despite the challenges.

Follow Julianna's journey on Instagram @jelly_runs and get a sneak peek into her creative tattoos and marathon adventures!

Check out the podcast she is a co-host on, Into the Fold. at https://pod.link/1569736679

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Welcome to another inspiring episode of Advancing With Amy / Mental Health Warrior & Neurospicy Mama. In this episode, Amy sits down with Samantha Foote, a board-certified music therapist, positive discipline parent educator, and registered music together teacher.

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**Episode Highlights:**

**Meet Samantha Foote**

*Samantha’s Education and Career*

- Samantha holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Utah State University and a Master of Music with a specialization in music therapy from Colorado State University.
- She is a neurological music therapy fellow and a dialectical behavior therapy-informed music therapist.
- When she's not working, she enjoys outdoor adventures with her husband and children.

*Life with Neurodivergent Children*

- Samantha shares the journey of raising three children, all diagnosed with autism and ADHD.
- She describes the challenges and triumphs of managing various therapies and medical appointments.
- Samantha recounts a particularly scary moment when her son had a seizure, leading to an epilepsy diagnosis, and discusses how medication has been a blessing.

*The Transformative Power of Music Therapy*

- Samantha explains what music therapy entails and provides examples of activities used to enhance cognitive skills and communication.
- She shares heartwarming stories about the progress of her non-speaking clients through music.

*Celebrating Neurodiversity*

- Samantha hosts a podcast called "Every Brain is Different," where she shares parenting strategies and resources for the neurodivergent community.
- The podcast aims to support both parents and individuals by discussing ADHD, autism, and other neurodivergent conditions.

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**Key Takeaways:**

1. **Importance of Proper Diagnosis:**
   - Samantha emphasizes the need for proper evaluation and diagnosis to access essential resources and support for neurodivergent children.
   - She advises seeking specialist assessments rather than relying solely on pediatrician recommendations.

2. **The Katie Beckett Program:**
   - Samantha provides valuable information about the Katie Beckett program, which offers Medicaid benefits regardless of income for children with severe diagnoses.
   - She discusses additional waivers, such as Family Direct and Self Direct, which cover non-traditional therapies.

3. **Parenting Neurodivergent Children:**
   - Samantha shares her experiences and strategies for connecting with and supporting neurodivergent children.
   - She underscores the importance of understanding and responding to communication through behavior.

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In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, Amy and Linda explore the journey of grief, healing, and empowerment. This week, Linda Henderson joins the conversation to share her deeply personal and emotional story of losing her beloved daughter, Andrea, in a tragic car accident caused by a texting and driving transport truck driver.

**Key Takeaways:** - **Remembering Andrea:** Linda recounts her happy memories of Andrea—describing her as a loving, patient, and kind individual who loved horseback riding, baton twirling, helping others as a social worker and writer and her young son. -

**The Tragic Event:** The devastating accident on December 20, 2011, took the lives of Andrea and her coworker. Linda shares her initial shock, disbelief, and the profound grief that followed. -

**Coping with Grief:** The conversation highlights the societal expectations of "moving on" after a loss and the reality of enduring grief. Linda emphasizes the importance of allowing oneself to feel, seeking support, and maintaining traditions to keep loved ones' memories alive. -

**Finding Purpose:** Linda discusses how she found new purpose by writing a book, "The Road of Love and Hope," which offers insights and advice on navigating the sorrow of losing a child and finding hope. - **Support and Community:** Linda underscores the significance of support systems, embracing emotions, and self-care. She shares her ongoing commitment to support bereaved parents and underprivileged children through her work.

**Special Traditions and Honors:** - Celebrating Andrea's birthday and decorating a purple Christmas tree in her memory. - Engaging with the community through her website and social media platforms to offer support and encouragement. **Final Thoughts:** - Linda believes in finding joy in cherished memories and embracing the present moments as sources of hope for the future.

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## Show Notes: Advancing With Amy / Mental Health Warrior & Neurospicy Mama

### Episode Title: Exploring Breathwork to Tackle Stress and Boost Mental Health, with John Hall

**Host:** Amy  
**Guest:** John Hall

### Episode Highlights:

1. **Introduction to Belly Breathing**:
   - John Hall introduces the concept of belly breathing as a method to signal safety to the body, differentiating it from chest breathing used in dangerous situations.

2. **Breathing Exercise Demonstration**:
   - John demonstrates a calming breathing exercise: inhale through the nose for 5 seconds, then exhale through the mouth for 7 seconds. This helps tell the body it is safe.
   
3. **Influence of Physical Posture**:
   - Discussing the impact of physical posture on mindset, John cites studies showing how smiling or adopting power poses can improve decision-making and confidence levels.

4. **Incorporating Breath Techniques**:
   - John details his use of breath techniques with clients:
     - **Tactical Breath** for immediate stress relief.
     - **Strategic Breath** for regular practice to expand stress tolerance.
     - **Transformational Breath** to challenge and dissolve limiting beliefs.
   - He shares a personal story of using breath work to address his own limiting beliefs.

5. **Democratizing Breathwork**:
   - John aims to democratize breathwork, sharing its benefits with a wide audience, not just entrepreneurs and executives.

6. **Physiological Aspect of Stress**:
   - Stress is presented as a full somatic experience. The episode dives into how stress affects the body, and John introduces his BPM (breath physiology mindset) technique for redirecting stress responses.

7. **Understanding Stress Responses**:
   - John outlines the two types of stress responses (hyper arousal and hypo arousal) and specifies that they are suitable in particular situations.
   - He discusses a UK study showing that forcing a smile for ten minutes can be as effective as Prozac for clinical depression.

8. **Impact of Stress on Body Functions**:
   - High stress can shut down non-essential f

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Dive deep into the transformative journey of menopause with our special guest, the renowned sexpert Ann Bell, on this electrifying episode of Advancing With Amy. Ann brings her expertise in massage therapy and her focus on mental, emotional, and relationship health to the table, revealing the often unspoken challenges and triumphs of menopause. From personal health battles to advocating for hormone replacement therapy (HRT), Ann sheds light on the importance of self-education and perseverance.

**Key Takeaways:**
- **Menopausal Challenges:** Hear Ann’s gripping recount of experiencing high cholesterol, diabetes, vertigo, frozen shoulder, and cognitive function changes.
- **The Power of HRT:** Discover how hormone replacement therapy can be a game-changer in managing menopausal symptoms and improving long-term health outcomes.
- **Sexual Health Insights:** Uncover why nurturing sexual health and making space for intimacy is crucial, even in the busiest of schedules.
- **Advocacy and Education:** Learn how Ann navigated medical resistance and why it's vital for women to advocate for themselves and seek specialized healthcare.

**🌟 Highlights in This Episode:**
- Resistance from doctors and the fight for proper information (Ann Bell faced resistance from a doctor who was unwilling to share studies or information with her)
- The modern menopause and debunking myths post the Women's Health Initiative study
- Addressing the stigma around menopause and the societal double standards impacting women's sexual health
- Comprehensive management of menopause: Beyond HRT – Exercise, sleep, stress reduction, nutrition, supplements
- Ann Bell's intuitive decision to pursue HRT and her journey through blood clotting disorders
- The profound effect of hormonal imbalances on sex lives and libido during perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause

**🔗 Stay Connected:**
- **Visit Ann's Website:** For coaching and a wealth of resources, visit https://aconfidentialconversation.com
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**Show Notes: Advancing With Amy / Mental Health Warrior & Neurospicy Mama**

 

**Episode Title:** Bringing Mental Health Conversations to Life: Ben Gonshor Discusses "The Book of Izzy"

 

**Host:** Amy Taylor

**Guest** Ben Gonshor

 

**Description:**

In this compelling episode, hosts Amy and Ben dive deep into an enlightening conv

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### Show Notes: Advancing With Amy - Mental Health Warrior & Neurospicy Mama

#### Episode: **23**

- **Best Summer Ever Bundle**: https://www.faithmariahevents.com/bse-waitlist

**Episode Overview:**

In today's episode, we dive into the fascinating world of neurohacking with expert Marcelle Siegel, founder of Brainrise. Marcelle shares her inspiring personal journey and the science behind various neurohacks designed to reduce stress and improve mental health. We explore techniques like red light therapy, hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), neurofeedback, metabolic interventions, and much more.

 

**Key Topics:**

1. **Introduction to Neurohacking**

   - Marcelle's background and inspiration for Brainrise.

   - What neurohacking is and how it differs from biohacking.

 

2. **Red Light Therapy**

   - Benefits for the brain and overall health.

   - How it reduces inflammation and boost

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**Show Notes: Advancing With Amy: Mental Health Warrior – Magan Outlaw Bundles.mp3**

Welcome back to another episode of Advancing With Amy, your go-to podcast for mental health, neurodiversity, and life strategies! This week, we are excited to have a special guest, Magan Outlaw, founder of The Real Raw Outlaw, who joins us to discuss neurodiversity and budgeting. Amy and Magan dive into practical advice and personal experiences that will resonate with many of our listeners.

**Episode Highlights:**

1. **Introduction to Magan Outlaw and The Real Raw Outlaw (00:00:29 - 00:01:33)**
   - Magan shares the origin and evolution of her company, The Real Raw Outlaw.

2. **Importance of Neurodiversity (00:01:56 - 00:02:36)**
   - Magan discusses her personal connection to neurodiversity, detailing her family's experiences and challenges.

3. **Challenges and Strategies for Budgeting with ADHD (00:02:45 - 00:04:24)**
   - Magan talks about her journey from struggling with ADHD and impulsive spending to mastering budgeting and improving her financial stability.

4. **Transformative Impact of Budgeting (00:04:24 - 00:04:52)**
   - The positive effects on Magan’s marriage and overall financial situation after adopting budgeting.

5. **Client Services and Budgeting Tools (00:05:39 - 00:06:15)**
   - Different services Magan offers, including budget audits and long-term consultations through Zoom.

6. **The Best Summer Ever Bundle (00:06:23 - 00:09:57)**
   - Amy and Magan discuss the value-packed Best Summer Ever Bundle, featuring contributions from 148 creators, including both Amy and Magan's own contributions.

7. **Financial Education for Children (00:10:14 - 00:13:46)**
   - Practical tips Magan employs to teach her children about budgeting and money management, showing the long-term benefits of financial discipline.

**Call to Action:**

Don't miss out on the incredible resources available in the Best Summer Ever Bundle! The bundle is available from June 10th to June 13th and includes amazing products worth thousands of dollars that are yours for free with the bundle. Click on the link in the show notes to get access before time runs out.

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- **Best Summer Ever Bundle**: https://www.faithmariahevents.com/bse-waitlist
- **Magan Outlaw - The Real Raw

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In this powerful episode of "Advancing With Amy," Toni Wortherly opens up about her journey with anxiety, sharing insights and strategies to navigate through it. As a singer-songwriter and mental health advocate, Toni's story is both inspiring and relatable.

Listen in to discover Toni's three-step guide to managing anxiety and gain valuable tips on how to listen, learn, and limit anxious thoughts. Delve into her personal experiences and learn how she found healing and creativity through faith and therapy.

But that's not all! Dive deeper into Toni's world by exploring her soulful music, touching on themes of mental health and faith.

Visit Tony's website http://tonilashaunmusic.com/ to access her FREE "Don't You Worry" journal and explore her music on Spotify, Apple Music, Pandora, and more. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with Toni's music and wisdom.

Subscribe to "Advancing With Amy" for more empowering conversations and share this episode with those who could benefit from Toni's message of hope and resilience. Join us in spreading awareness and support for mental health by listening, subscribing, and sharing today! And keep Advancing Warriors!

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In this episode of "Advancing With Amy / Mental Health Warrior," host Amy engages in a heartfelt conversation with Dr. Natalie Mei, a doctor of psychology, sharing her inspiring journey from battling depression and addiction to becoming a cognitive behavioral therapist specializing in addiction recovery. Dr. Mei opens up about her personal struggles, the importance of seeking help, and the transformative power of self-discovery.

𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲𝘀:
- Dr. Natalie Mei shares her challenging experiences growing up in Hungary, the impact of bullying, and how her journey led to studying psychology and specializing in addiction recovery.
- Amy reveals her own past struggles with addiction and the pivotal moment that sparked her recovery journey.
- Dr. Mei emphasizes the significance of self-assessment and surrounding oneself with positive influences for personal growth and recovery.
- Tips for parents on recognizing signs of bullying and supporting children through difficult times are discussed.
- Dr. Mei invites listeners to explore her book "Mind Shift to Recovery," offering insights and strategies for overcoming addiction and embracing a fulfilling life.

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Read Dr. Natalie Mei's book "Mind Shift to Recovery" for valuable tools and perspectives on addiction recovery and holistic well-being. Available on Amazon, this insightful resource aims to empower individuals in their journey towards self-discovery and happiness. It is available for free right now on kindle unimited.

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