Dr. Kristen Szabla is a neuroscientist, public speaker, author and founder of Transforming Pain Now - an organisation that utilises neuroplasticity to transform clients' lives from one of merely surviving to one of thriving. Having spent more than ten years examining neural pathways and brain circuitry, Dr. Szabla works to provide lasting solutions to a host of conditions including anxiety, depression, emotional regulation and so much more.

As a survivor of childhood sexual abuse and severe mental illness, Dr. Szabla understands firsthand the profound impact trauma can have on the brain, nervous system, identity, and overall well-being. Her personal healing journey led her to discover the transformative potential of neuroplasticity—the brain's remarkable ability to reorganize and create new neural pathways throughout life. This discovery became the foundation for Transforming Pain Now® and her mission to help others realize that healing, resilience, and authentic empowerment are biologically achievable.Speaking honestly about her own experiences and the path that brought her to this field of work, Dr. Szabla demonstrates how her methods work whilst interweaving parts of her own story in order to transform her own outcomes in order to help others.

Available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts:

http://www.youtube.com/@SocialHarmonyTimetoTalk

https://open.spotify.com/show/4aAdbPrTjEEnwco5jII65U?si=25f5015fba994bf5

Social Harmony - Time to Talk - Podcast - Apple Podcasts

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Neuroplasticity-Based Trauma Resolution | Transforming Pain Now

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Harnessing Neuroplasticity | Dr. Kristen Szabla | TEDxDeer Park Women - YouTube

We're told that we can be anything that we want to be - work hard, play by the rules, study, get ahead. We're also told that everything is equal - gender is no barrier, we've never had it so good, level playing field...

Today I'm joined by Jessica King - she's a social worker, public speaker, entrepreneur and founder of ElderCARE Collaborative who has spent many years in corporate settings across a number of fields and has experienced what it's like to be viewed through a different lens due to being a woman. This was highlighted by a simple, spiteful comment but we soon see a number of subtle and blatantly overt ways in which women are taught to see themselves as "less than" despite the regular equality narratives.

Jessica uses her background to advocate for women and to highlight how women down the years have been subtly manipulated into feeling the need to overperform, to extend boundaries, to undervalue themselves and often feel gratitude for accepting less. By teaching women how to reclaim their sense of self-worth, to stand up for themselves and decipher different agendas, Jessica models a new way of showing up in the workplace - one based in self-awareness, clarity and confidence.

Available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts:

http://www.youtube.com/@SocialHarmonyTimetoTalk

https://open.spotify.com/show/4aAdbPrTjEEnwco5jII65U?si=0de8fff6ad2443ec

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/social-harmony-time-to-talk/id1792776061

Check out Jessica's work on the links below:

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At 20 years old, Cory Young had the world at his feet, an optimistic view on life and a love of the ocean that saw him out on his board at every opportunity. Carefree and with dreams of the future, things were good until a freak accident changed his life forever.

Coming back to shore after catching some waves Cory took a tumble and landed awkwardly, breaking his neck and face down in the water unable to move. A passing tourist found him and called for help, with Cory luckily being pulled from the water and taken to hospital.

Weeks later, having been stuck in a hospital bed and running the full gamut of emotions, Cory learned that he would not walk, not surf and have a much different life to the one he knew. Upon returning home, thhese changes played out in a number of ways including alcoholism, depression, divorce and even a man trying to set him on fire while visiting a local mall.

Drawing upon incredible resilience, Cory reframed his life and today inspires others by coaching and supporting with personal growth, adapting to change, goal setting and so much more. Using his own experiences as a springboard, Cory works with others looking to reframe, embrace change and live their best lives.

Available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcast:

http://www.youtube.com/@SocialHarmonyTimetoTalk

https://open.spotify.com/show/4aAdbPrTjEEnwco5jII65U?si=5d4bedf1694a406d

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/social-harmony-time-to-talk/id1792776061

Check out Cory and his work on the links below:

From Surfing to paralysis....... Some old surfing photos! - YouTube

https://au.linkedin.com/in/cory-young-26867597

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ipD8C2tiPKug8HxLtp9h2?si=idxXJsDvTVyyqYw_NAMc4A

https://c-young.systeme.io/freecall

In a landscape where mental health has become a regular talking point and many in both online and IRL spaces use 'therapy language' to categorise much of our daily experiences, it can be easy to trivialise the suffering that someone is going through when living in the shadow of a serious mental health condition.

My guest today is Dene Dubois, who lives with Borderline Personality Disorder and talks of his experiences from being a young child in incredibly traumatic and dysfunctional settings through to the man he is today and how he's trying to bring about wider understanding of what can be a very frightening and misunderstood diagnosis.

We discuss common misconceptions about BPD and those who suffer from its' effects - both as an individual with a diagnosis but also those who are in their orbit. While many seem to believe that BPD is an attention-seeking choice or perhaps a 'split-personality' condition, Dene debunks myths and false narratives to give a story of extremes of emotion and the abundance of love on offer, alongside behaviour patterns brought about by errant thought.

In recent months Dene has embarked on a journey to connect with others suffering from BPD as well as giving a voice of compassion and understanding, whilst looking to give insights into what life is like when you're living on the borderline.

Available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts:

http://www.youtube.com/@SocialHarmonyTimetoTalk

https://open.spotify.com/show/4aAdbPrTjEEnwco5jII65U?si=ac133e24278243d9

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/social-harmony-time-to-talk/id1792776061

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What BPD Really Feels Like | Dene Dubois on Trust, Trauma, and Turning Pain Into Purpose - YouTube

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On the face of it, things seem ordinary and run of the mill. An average family life with a loving marriage between two professional people, the usual trappings and nothing that would raise an eyebrow. However, things aren't always as they may appear and this was definitely the case for Christine Dillard - mother, business leader and author of 'The Truth She Showed Me'.

Many of us get into relationships and perhaps let the occasional incident slide "I don't want to be difficult", "It's not a big deal" or "oh that's just how he/she is" are typical stories that we tell ourselves and others as we want to make it work, don't want to be seen as uncooperative and sometimes we even gaslight ourselves.

Christine's story is one that many will relate to but often feel unable to talk about - one of coercive control, of putting on an act for others, of walking on eggshells constantly and of feeling trapped in a situation where one feels helpless. The place where we should feel safe really does become like the war at home - or feels like it constantly will be, with reasons that continually change.

This episode is for anyone who has felt trapped in a cycle of abuse as an example of hope, that it can change and that there is another way. Christine's story is unique in that it is her experience but her work has brought her into contact with many others who have felt the same level of fear, blame, shame and more - please know that you are not alone or that your neighbour, friend, colleague or whoever could be the one hiding a life of terror behind a painted-on smile.

Available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts:

http://www.youtube.com/@SocialHarmonyTimetoTalk

https://open.spotify.com/show/4aAdbPrTjEEnwco5jII65U?si=0dec9da29b814328

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/social-harmony-time-to-talk/id1792776061

Check out Christine's work on the links below:

Amazon.com: The Truth She Showed Me: Choosing freedom when the cost of staying is you...: 9798995438601: Dillard, Christine: Books

Coercive Control, Gaslighting and the Long Road Back to Yourself - with Christine Dillard - Unspoken Emotions | Podcast on Spotify

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Raising children is incredibly rewarding and ultimately what te species is here to do - but seldom do we hear about the work that goes into bringing up our children as well as the emotional toll, both individually and upon our relationships.

Sadly, societal norms down the years have left the lion's share of child-rearing to mothers, in addition to an expectation that domestic tasks will be covered and also being an attentive partner. While the tide has been turning in recent years, many mothers are struggling to keep up - particularly in a world that appears to prioritise the external optics that we see splashed across our social media highlight reels.

As a mother of three, owner of a production company and host of 'Mom'n Real Hard', Candace Ridley is very much aware of the stresses and strains - and also the great joys - of motherhood and family life. With this in mind, Candace provides a space for mothers to connect and come together in a place of safety and honesty with someone who 'gets it' and they can feel less alone.

In addition to this, Candace talks openly about the challenges of raising a child with autism and the 'differabilities' that present when parenting a child who views the world differently and encourages parents to let go of their previously-held expectations and take joy from life.

While parenting brings its' own challenges and rewards, it can be easier to fall into dutiful patterns and move away from a partner - another side-effect that can bring about a seperate set of issues. Candace and I talk openly about making time for one another, rituals that keep us connected and being truly present for one another - even in difficult times.

Available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts:

www.youtube.com/@SocialHarmonyTimetoTalk

https://open.spotify.com/show/4aAdbPrTjEEnwco5jII65U?si=7b3c784818414b6e

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/social-harmony-time-to-talk/id1792776061

Check out Candace's work on the links below:

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https://open.spotify.com/show/2acQHvLIgnA7ymluLz082C?si=85399b36008c4a04

Mom'N Real Hard - YouTube

Mental health and wellbeing appears to be a continuing topic of conversation of late but who is to say what path we should follow when looking to make sense of ourselves and the world around us? Today's guest Mindy Jackson is a psychotherapist, reiki master, energy healer and much more - whilst also being one of the most genuinely interesting and intelligent people I have spoken with.

In our current Western-paradigm of mental health, there is usually a trend towards the medical model and the cause/effect method of treatment in a kid of "I feel bad, I take a pill, I feel better" mode of thinking - but why are current statistics showing us to be lonelier, unhappier and more disconnected than in any other period in history?

What began as an inquisitive conversation about alternative methods of healing grows into a real eye-opener (for my untrained mind) about looking beyond the overly-rational way of looking at the world and our place within it - with a particular focus on the recent trend of gender wars played out in our media, highlighting how we as a society have lost our way to the detriment of our communities, our wellbeing and the way we communicate as a society.

Available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts:

http://www.youtube.com/@SocialHarmonyTimetoTalk

https://open.spotify.com/show/4aAdbPrTjEEnwco5jII65U?si=9ed11beb162b4751

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/social-harmony-time-to-talk/id1792776061

Check out Mindy's work on the links below:

Mindy Jackson, LPC, Reiki Master, Licensed Professional Counselor, Carrollton, GA, 30117 | Psychology Today

Mindy Jackson LPC | (Book Now) - Anxiety Therapy

Ascension Counseling Services - Counseling

When you hear the word 'family' what springs to mind for you? You would hope words like 'love', 'support', 'safety' and similar words would be high on your list - but what if the word conjures up a different set of experiences for you? While for some family can be a haven, for others it can be something much different...

My guest today is Luigina Giampietro and her story is traumatic in parts, hopeful in others but there are often times when "what happens behind closed doors stays behind closed doors" creates an atmosphere of gaslighting, coercive control and the opposite of what we think of when we talk about family values.

Gina grew up in a traditional Italian-American household and as such, straddled two seperate cultures although her parents were more versed in "the old tradition". From the outside looking in, Gina's family appeared to be a postcard image of what a hard-working, middle-class family should aspire to - although it is the things not discussed that give a greater indication of the wellbeing of those within that family.

Gina goes on to detail episodes of parental abuse, being scapegoated for when things went wrong, physical violence and many times down the years when she was expected to remain quiet and just let things slide for the sake of family harmony - when all this did was make things worse.

Reaching breaking point and deciding that enough was enough, Gina - with the support of her husband and two sons - broke contact with toxic family members in a move that was heartbreaking on a personal level but also 'not the done thing' within a tight-knit, traditional culture which places a high value on the family unit but also more ominously, 'La Cosa Nostra....'

Available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts:

http://www.youtube.com/@SocialHarmonyTimetoTalk

https://open.spotify.com/show/4aAdbPrTjEEnwco5jII65U?si=998a4105012f4939

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/social-harmony-time-to-talk/id1792776061

Returning for today's episode is Geraecka Lyonns, founder and director of The Mars Rising / The Mars Contract to discuss something that is very much front and centre in her work - The Mother Wound.

In her time as a tomboy, a construction worker, a dominatrix and a mother, Geraecka has been in a position to observe and speak with a wide spectrum of men in various guises, learning about their struggles, their triumphs and their lives as a whole - all while giving practical advice from a feminine perspective that nurtures positive masculinity rather than shying away from it.

In recent years, a great deal has been spoken about The Mother Wound and Geraecka explains exactly what this is in her forthright style, detailing its' origins, how it presents across various domains, avenues to healing and means of support for boys and men affected - again, using a nurturing method that promotes rather than emasculates.

As a condition that starts in developmental stages, Geraecka discusses her work with men and with mothers to explain how origins can stem from both traumatic and caring models of parenthood right through to common triggers and the impacts on adulthood - both for the self and in relationships.

Available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts:

http://www.youtube.com/@SocialHarmonyTimetoTalk

https://open.spotify.com/show/4aAdbPrTjEEnwco5jII65U?si=a19f4228313144e4

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/social-harmony-time-to-talk/id1792776061

Check out Geraecka' s work on the links below:

The Mars Contract

Geraecka Lyonns - YouTube

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Today I'm joined by Becky Farrar, an Identity & Self-Leadership Speaker and the creator of The FEAR Theory™ - a framework for aligned expansion that helps people navigate fear as their identity evolves.

With over 21 years of experience working with children, young people and adults, Becky combines lived experience, emotional insight and practical self-leadership tools to help people develop a different relationship with fear and growth.

Her work explores what happens internally as we step into new levels of visibility, possibility, change and expansion - helping people understand fear not as a stop sign, but as information that can support aligned decisions, self-trust and personal growth.

Through speaking, workshops and conversations, Becky is known for translating complex internal experiences into relatable, grounded language that creates powerful moments of recognition and reflection.

Available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts:

http://www.youtube.com/@SocialHarmonyTimetoTalk

https://open.spotify.com/show/4aAdbPrTjEEnwco5jII65U?si=d8f4983c815946ee

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/social-harmony-time-to-talk/id1792776061

Check out Becky's work on the links below:

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