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National Wellness Month & Grief: Tiny Habits for Lasting Strength
In this heartfelt episode of The Survivors Podcast, Lisa and Gretchen delve into the simple yet powerful wellness habits that keep us grounded, especially when life feels overwhelming. From gratitude practices and breathing techniques to setting boundaries and rediscovering joy, they share practical, achievable ways to nurture your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
🎥 Watch the Video Podcast on YouTube:
A video version of this episode is available here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheSurvivorsPodcastChannel
🎙️ Episode Sponsored by TheHelpHUbB.co
This episode is proudly brought to you by TheHelpHUB.co – your online destination for mental health resources, content, and tools to help you navigate whatever mental health challenges you face.
Struggling with your mental health? Feeling lost, overwhelmed, or just… alone? Well, you're not. At The HelpHUB, you’ll find individualized resources tailored to your unique needs, with over 16 different categories to help you get exactly the support you need when you need it most.
Whether you’re looking for crisis support, downloadable resources, or an extensive archive of mental health articles and videos, The HelpHUB is here for you. From episodes of The Survivors Podcast for suicide loss survivors to interactive tools and professional connections, we meet you where you are—and help you move forward with strength and support.
💙 Because your mental well-being matters. 💙
Visit: https://www.thehelphub.co
Episode Summary
August is National Wellness Month, but Lisa and Gretchen remind us that wellness isn’t something we practice once a year—it’s a daily commitment to our mental, emotional, and physical well-being. They talk about how gratitude, mindful breathing, better sleep habits, setting boundaries, and reconnecting with joy can be life-saving tools during grief and heavy seasons. With stories from their own lives, they show how even small, consistent practices can help us regulate our nervous systems, protect our energy, and keep moving forward—one day, one moment at a time.
Lessons Learned in This Episode:
Chapters:
00:00 – Episode Open & Trigger Warning
00:37 – National Wellness Month: What It Really Means
02:01 – Why Gratitude Works (Even in Grief)
04:19 – Simple Wellness Habits That Last
07:27 – Mind-Body Connection During Grief
08:41 – Breathing Exercises That Calm Your Nervous System
09:59 – Using Technology for Mindfulness & Sleep
11:22 – Avoiding All-or-Nothing Thinking in Self-Care
14:08 – Nature as a Wellness Tool
15:37 – Human Connection & Boosting Serotonin
16:34 – Boundaries: Saying Yes to Yourself
20:36 – Digital Detox & Reclaiming Your Time
22:36 – Reconnecting with Your Inner Child
23:57 – Joy & Grief Can Coexist
24:22 – Wellness as a 365-Day Commitment
25:44 – Final Thoughts & Encouragement
📚 Resources for Mental Health & Support
🔹 The Survivors Podcast Website – https://thesurvivors.net/
🔹 The HelpHUB™ – Mental health resources, tools, and support networks – https://www.thehelphub.co/
🔹 Schoser Talent and Wellness Solutions – Mental wellness coaching & support – https://schosersolutions.com/
🔹 Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads – A raw, award-winning mental health podcast – https://goesoninourheads.net/
📲 Follow & Connect With Us
📷 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/the_survivors_podcast
🔗 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-survivors-podcast
🎥 YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@TheSurvivorsPodcastChannel
🎙️ See You Next Week!
Stay strong, keep going, and remember: You are enough. 💜
#TheSurvivorsPodcast #EndTheStigma #MentalHealthMatters #SuicidePrevention #YouAreNotAlone #BreakTheSilence #GriefSupport #988Lifeline #SurvivorStories #HealingTogether #PodMatch #MentalHealth #SuicideAwareness #Podcast #Community #Hope #Grief #Stigma #MentalIllness #Support #LisaSugarman #GretchenSchoser
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By Lisa Sugarman & Natasha J. Layton
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In this heartfelt episode of The Survivors Podcast, Lisa and Gretchen delve into the simple yet powerful wellness habits that keep us grounded, especially when life feels overwhelming. From gratitude practices and breathing techniques to setting boundaries and rediscovering joy, they share practical, achievable ways to nurture your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
🎥 Watch the Video Podcast on YouTube:
A video version of this episode is available here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheSurvivorsPodcastChannel
🎙️ Episode Sponsored by TheHelpHUbB.co
This episode is proudly brought to you by TheHelpHUB.co – your online destination for mental health resources, content, and tools to help you navigate whatever mental health challenges you face.
Struggling with your mental health? Feeling lost, overwhelmed, or just… alone? Well, you're not. At The HelpHUB, you’ll find individualized resources tailored to your unique needs, with over 16 different categories to help you get exactly the support you need when you need it most.
Whether you’re looking for crisis support, downloadable resources, or an extensive archive of mental health articles and videos, The HelpHUB is here for you. From episodes of The Survivors Podcast for suicide loss survivors to interactive tools and professional connections, we meet you where you are—and help you move forward with strength and support.
💙 Because your mental well-being matters. 💙
Visit: https://www.thehelphub.co
Episode Summary
August is National Wellness Month, but Lisa and Gretchen remind us that wellness isn’t something we practice once a year—it’s a daily commitment to our mental, emotional, and physical well-being. They talk about how gratitude, mindful breathing, better sleep habits, setting boundaries, and reconnecting with joy can be life-saving tools during grief and heavy seasons. With stories from their own lives, they show how even small, consistent practices can help us regulate our nervous systems, protect our energy, and keep moving forward—one day, one moment at a time.
Lessons Learned in This Episode:
Chapters:
00:00 – Episode Open & Trigger Warning
00:37 – National Wellness Month: What It Really Means
02:01 – Why Gratitude Works (Even in Grief)
04:19 – Simple Wellness Habits That Last
07:27 – Mind-Body Connection During Grief
08:41 – Breathing Exercises That Calm Your Nervous System
09:59 – Using Technology for Mindfulness & Sleep
11:22 – Avoiding All-or-Nothing Thinking in Self-Care
14:08 – Nature as a Wellness Tool
15:37 – Human Connection & Boosting Serotonin
16:34 – Boundaries: Saying Yes to Yourself
20:36 – Digital Detox & Reclaiming Your Time
22:36 – Reconnecting with Your Inner Child
23:57 – Joy & Grief Can Coexist
24:22 – Wellness as a 365-Day Commitment
25:44 – Final Thoughts & Encouragement
📚 Resources for Mental Health & Support
🔹 The Survivors Podcast Website – https://thesurvivors.net/
🔹 The HelpHUB™ – Mental health resources, tools, and support networks – https://www.thehelphub.co/
🔹 Schoser Talent and Wellness Solutions – Mental wellness coaching & support – https://schosersolutions.com/
🔹 Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads – A raw, award-winning mental health podcast – https://goesoninourheads.net/
📲 Follow & Connect With Us
📷 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/the_survivors_podcast
🔗 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-survivors-podcast
🎥 YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@TheSurvivorsPodcastChannel
🎙️ See You Next Week!
Stay strong, keep going, and remember: You are enough. 💜
#TheSurvivorsPodcast #EndTheStigma #MentalHealthMatters #SuicidePrevention #YouAreNotAlone #BreakTheSilence #GriefSupport #988Lifeline #SurvivorStories #HealingTogether #PodMatch #MentalHealth #SuicideAwareness #Podcast #Community #Hope #Grief #Stigma #MentalIllness #Support #LisaSugarman #GretchenSchoser
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