Nurture & Be

Nurture & Be

By Brooke Ferreira, LMFTHealth & FitnessMental Health
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Nurture & Be episodes

  • Brooke's Favorite Resources for Self- Exploration and Cultivating Authenticity

    This week I share several resources that I personally have utilized while pursing authenticity and healing. I hit all of the areas.. physical movement, podcasts, exercises, quizzes, practices, books and more!

    -Therapy (www.psychologytoday.com)

    -Visualization: Rachel Hollis Podcast Episode 72

    -Gratitude practice: The Start Today Journal 

    -Enneagram Quiz

    -Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Tawwab

    -Gift's of Imperfection and whole hearted assessment by Brene Brown 


    Podcasts: 

    On Purpose by Jay Shetty

    The Adult Chair Podcast by Michelle Chalfant

    Self Healers Soundboard by Dr. Nicole LePera

    Holding Space by Dr. Cassidy Freitas 

    SHE by Jordan Lee Dooley


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    20 min
  • The Power of Not Dimming Your Light For Others w/ Mental Health Therapist Candice Coughenour

    This episode I interview my sweet friend, Candice. She is a Mental Health Therapist located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We dive into her authenticity journey and lessons she has learned along the way. She shows up real and raw and she shares her experience being brave and bold despite what others may think or say. I think so many of you will connect with her story!!


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    In PA? Book a session with Candice: https://pkocounselingservices.com/about

    44 min
  • The Audio Sucks, But I Do Not: Unpacking Shame and Perfectionism.

    Wow ya'll I had a real time moment of my perfectionism and shame flaring up. Listen in as I share how perfectionism and shame showed up for me and how I actually worked through it! A lot of the content from this episode comes from Brene Brown's book The Gifts of Imperfection and a retreat on went on this week with Jessica Northrop. Thank you!!


    Brene Brown: https://brenebrown.com/thegifts-hub/

    Jessica Northrop: https://jessica-northrop.mykajabi.com


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    21 min
  • Connecting with our Sexual Self - Let's Talk Sex, Masturbation, Toys and More w/ Dallys Rincon

    Ahh! This episode with Dallys Rincon, Sexpert, is amazing! Dallys has worked in an Adult Novelty Store for the last four years and shares her knowledge with us on all things pleasure. Join as as we discuss dominant narratives around masturbation and sex and receive recommendations on toys, lubes, resources, ethical porn sites and more. 


    Find Dallys @dallysrinn on Instagram


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    Resources: 

    @sexwithemily 

    Dr. Emily Morse (doctor of human sexuality)

    Podcast: Sex with Emily 


    @sexedwithdbpodcast

    Danielle Bezalel


    @pwordpedia

    Book all about the vagina 


    @stripperwriter

    Elle Stranger (certified sex educator)


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    Ethical Porn: https://www.bellesa.co/collective/820/what-isethicalporn


    Brands Mentioned:


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        ⁃    evolvednovelties.com

        ⁃    prettylove.com

        ⁃    nusensuelle.com

    57 min
  • Your Voice Matters, So Use It!

    In this episode, my hope is to empower you to dive into authenticity and start using your voice! I explore why that voice may be squashed in the first place and how to start communicating you needs, feelings, boundaries and more today!


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    18 min
  • All of Your Relationship Questions Answered w/ Couple's Therapist Amanda Peterson Johnson

    Listen in as I ask Marriage and Family Therapist, Amanda Peterson Johnson, all of your burning questions about relationships. We explore wounding, affairs, sex, conflict resolution and so much more!! 


    Resources:

    Come As Your Are by Emily Nagoski

    https://www.amazon.com/Come-You-Are-Surprising-Transform/dp/1476762090


    Sex With Emily Podcast

    Episode: Turn Yourself On with Esther Perel 


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    54 min
  • Feeling Stuck? Here is Why We Are Resistant to Change

    Resistance is completely normal and so so common. Join me this episode in talking about why we can feel stuck and how to make changes to start moving through the resistance instead of, well you know, resisting it! I leave you with tangible advice and show you in real time the practice of "being" versus living on auto pilot. 


    27 min
  • The Truth on What It Takes to Become a Therapist w/ Heather Mainard
    If you're curious on how to become a therapist, what the journey looks like and some insider knowledge then this is the episode for you. Join the conversation as Brooke interviews Heather Mainard, colleague and friend, on her story to becoming a therapist. This episode is vulnerable and real as we offer not only tangible steps, but also the complexities of practicing. 
    Heather practices in Cumming, Ga at Family Counseling Associates of North Georgia. If you're interested in connecting with her for services you can reach her at [email protected]. 
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    51 min

About Nurture & Be

From the publisher's feed

Nurture & Be is hosted by Brooke Ferreira, LMFT. Each week, we talk openly about the real things women carry—overwhelm, guilt, resentment, the mental load, motherhood, relationships, and the questions you’re not always saying out loud. Expect honest, unfiltered conversations that make things feel a little less heavy and a lot less lonely, and help you feel a little less alone.