Stillness Speaks

In todays episode I share my experience with antidepressants so far. I talk about why I decided to try them out, how they have affected me so far, and what are the major categories of antidepressants. Still not quite sure where this journey is taking me but I am going along for the ride. Enjoy!

In todays episode I talk about my rough day that I have been having. Y'know, one of those days where you are really really trying your best and you just can't break through the funk you are in.

You:

• Spend some time with friends
• Distract yourself
• Meditate
• Breathe
• Take a shower
• Go for a run

And yet that dark feeling follows you like a veil clouding your view of the world, making the world feel like some sort of dark desolate place bereft of happiness or joy. You know it won't last forever, but while you are in it it sure feels like it will. I hope that listening to this episode will remind you that you are not alone. I wish I could share the magic pill that changed it all for me, but I still haven't found it (if you have let me know!) This is just another chapter in my life as I continue to try to figure this amazing, beautiful and oh so complicating thing called "life" out. Enjoy!

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I have spent a very long time fighting with my emotions. For many of us who struggle with our emotions or mental health our feelings have turned into something that we are in constant battle with. Every time an uncomfortable emotion comes up our first instinct is how can I get rid of this.

Emotions are NOT our enemy, however, they are there to tell us something about the world. As we begin to tune into our emotions we can then learn and understand more of what our body is trying to tell us and access our deeply unique and authentic selves.

Enjoy!

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Today I had the opportunity to interview William Mulvaney, a man of many talents and abilities. He is a software engineer, fellow podcaster, and someone who is deeply committed to making himself the best person he could be.

In todays episode we spent a lot of time exploring his recent Vipassana meditation retreat experience, where he sat and meditated for over 10 hours a day for 10 days straight without talking or distracting himself. He shares an honest, first-hand account of his experience and how meditation has helped shape his life.

If you have an interest in meditation in general, attending a 10 meditation retreat, or just want to tune in to see how you can learn to grow as a person this episode is for you.

Enjoy!

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To find out more about William and what he's up to:

website: https://williammulvaney.com/

podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@willpower_lifestyle

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To find out more about Dhamma meditation:

https://www.dhamma.org/en-US/index

In todays episode I share my journey of leaving my hometown of 22 years to begin working on my PsyD. I share some of the challenges I faced (and continue to face) throughout this transition as well as some of the tools I have used to help.

This is not an episode where I claim to have all the answers. As a matter of fact, as I begin this new chapter of my life I have many more questions than I do answers. This is simply an episode where I share my human experience and what it is like for me navigating this transition as well as some choices I have made because of it.

If you are beginning a new period of your life I would give this a listen, you will see that you are NOT alone and that ultimately we are all just trying to figure it out. I hope you enjoy!

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In todays episode I delve into the ketogenic diet. This podcast discusses both some of the science behind keto as well as my own personal experience with it, having been practicing the diet for almost 2 months. If you are someone who struggles with any sort of mental-health disorder or even someone who just wants more energy and vitality in your life, I encourage you to give this a listen and see if some of the ideas here resonate with you and are aligned with your journey.

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For more detailed info on the keto diet have a listen to this fantastic podcast by Drs. Kristen Holmes and Chris Palmer: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0GNT0TQC86rp1H7kjDo8Qb?si=EYxeuRfET_iG5r4JnOvwmg

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In todays episode I bring to you some thoughts I had about mental chatter. First off, how do we know when the thoughts we are having are just extra mental noise vs. when they are legitimate helpful problem solving thoughts? What is the usefulness of being able to recognize when we are stuck in a mental rut. And finally, I give two very basic techniques that I use to help ground myself in those moments. I hope you enjoy this episode and gain something as well!

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In today's episode, my dear sister Menucha joins as a guest. We touch on many different aspects of healing, ultimately concluding that it is a process that takes time. By continuing to do the work, focusing on staying authentic and feeling deeply into what we need in the moment we slowly but surely begin to feel happier, healthier and more fulfilled in our lives. Enjoy!

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In this episode, I touch on a recent epiphany I had about the distinction between pain and suffering and the reason why pain is inevitable while suffering is something that is within our control. If you are someone who is called towards meditation and mindfulness this podcast if for you. Enjoy!

What is happiness? Should our goal in life be to find happiness? How does one find happiness? These questions and other thoughts and ideas on life are what I discuss in today's podcast. I don't claim to have the answers to these life-altering questions, but these are fun ideas to think about nonetheless.

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