On this episode we will get an update from our first guest, Megan Robaina, who recently underwent a milestone procedure of top-surgery. We encourage you to check out Episode 6 Awareness, Adversity & Advocacy & 7 Media and Self-Image to hear more about his journey as a proud transman.

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We want to invite you to join the Center for Appreciative Inquiry's Monday Kick-starter holiday series. This free virtual series will help you transform negative, problematic, and stressful interactions with family and friends into life-giving and generative conversations. All are welcome to attend. https://www.centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/event/monday-kickstarter-holiday-series/

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We are so excited to share with you our recap of She Podcasts Live 2021 in Scottsdale, Arizona! We love connecting with other content creators and even meet our prior guest, Casey Jourdan. This episode is a bit different than what you're used to so we hope you enjoy it! Plus, you'll get a first-hand look at changes coming to Pivotal Moments HQ.

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Burnout is a common psychological experience felt by many around the world. In this episode, Siria and Melissa talk about what burnout is and how it differs from depression, the 6 risk factors used to identify burnout, and tips to help you reset from it.

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. To raise awareness of the social and personal impact of domestic violence, Siria and Melissa have decided to re-release Surviving Chaos (episode 31). Trigger/Content warning: Siria's story involves domestic violence and self-harm. Listener discretion is advised. If you've been a victim of domestic violence, you can reach out to: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233).

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Siria and Melissa honor Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating their Latin roots. They cover a lot of ground in this episode starting with not all Hispanics speak the Español; next they discuss heritage months, Santeria, and talk a lot about food. Like a lot.

We all have experienced nostalgia at some point - but what does this mean? In this episode, Melissa and Siria delve into the psychology behind nostalgia. They talk about the origins of nostalgia, its positive mental health benefits, and how it ties us to other people.

To round out the resistance to change series, Melissa and Siria decided to re-release their Relinquishing Control episode that touches on this resistance. Melissa and Siria discuss relinquishing control, what makes it difficult, how it impacts our relationships, and share some steps on how to let shit go.

Siria and Melissa continue their series on resistance to change and get into one's predisposition. Their discussion led to labels, self identification, trauma responses, and even flip-phones and Iphone updates.