Talking With Dr Toy

I was invited to read the poem "The Guest House" by Jalaluddin Rumi and I encourage you to read it at your leisure. The premise of the poem is to invite instead of resist our emotions. We often try to suppress, deny, and resist those emotions that may be uncomfortable for fear they will be overwhelming or impair our functioning. Emotions that are buried alive may re-emerge during inopportune times. Have you ever wondered, what may happen if you invite and even welcome these emotions? Tune into the podcast via www.talkingwithdrtoy.com

One portion of the mission statement for Talking With Dr. Toy is to provide a holistic approach to those who desire to improve their quality of life. There may be a negative assumption regarding the reasons some people do not desire to change. However, there may be various reasons for extinguishing that desire. Some may be fearful of further pain, disappointment and discouragement so they give up the notion of improving their life. What is known has become the norm and the fear of the unknown paralyzes them so they remain stuck or just give up. For an alternative narrative tune into the podcast via www.talkingwithdrtoy.com.

Happy Father's day may mean different things to people, for some it's an opportunity demonstrate their gratitude for all the things their father has done throughout their lifetime. For some, it's a day to remember and yes even grieve the absence of their fathers. Finally for some, it brings forth emotions that have remained buried because of the pain of growing up without a father. Psalm 68:5 proclaims that He is a "Father to the Fatherless". Whatever your situation, I hope you can anchor in this truth that you have a heavenly Father that simply adores and unconditionally loves you. Tune into www.talkingwithdrtoy.com

The usage of Post-Pandemic may be a bit premature since the effects and its impact are not past, but are very present. Living through a pandemic has been and continues to be a traumatic experience for many especially concerning this aspect of loneliness. Individuals can experience loneliness even in the midst of a crowd of people. They feel others do not care about them, their voice is not welcomed, or what they offer in relationships is not reciprocated. Some are even ashamed to admit they are lonely. Loneliness--It is okay to say it and seek connection. Tune in via www.talkingwithdrtoy.com.

Some individuals are using this word--"Post Pandemic" to describe a world where the deadly effects of Covid-19 are a thing of the past. However, usage of this word may be a bit premature since its effects and impact are not past, but are very present. In fact, because it continues to be experienced in the present, the transition to living in a post-pandemic world can be quite jarring. Living through a pandemic has been and continues to be a traumatic experience for many. It's not easy to shift or turn those emotions off just because the world is opening up a bit more. There will be mental and emotional adjustments so let's talk about it! Tune into www.talkingwithdrtoy.com. 

Just like the Mind and Body Connection is real so are the health disparities among people of color. The statistics are astounding regarding the diagnosis and management of chronic diseases such as Hypertension, etc. in comparison to other ethnic groups. It is important to inform, educate, and implement viable solutions to providing holistic health care. Lenore Gilbert (Coach Le Le), Certified personal trainer, nutritionist, and transformation coach joined the show today to discuss strategies for including nutrition along with physical movement to improve overall health. Tune into the podcast via www.talkingwithdrtoy.com.

Just like the Mind and Body Connection is real so are the health disparities among women of color. The statistics are astounding regarding the diagnosis and management of chronic diseases such as Hypertension, etc. among this group in comparison to other ethnic groups. It is important to inform, educate, and provide viable solutions to improve the overall health of women of color. Dr. Kendra Hayslett, OBGYN, joined the show today to discuss these health disparities and ways to assist this population in improving their overall health. Tune into the podcast via www.talkingwithdrtoy.com. 

The Mind and Body Connection is not a just a theory, it's a reality! Even more so the connection of the Brain and Gut. Research supports that the gastrointestinal tract is sensitive to emotions which include but not limited to anxiety, stress, and depression. Have you ever experienced digestive problems with no physical explanation? It could possibly be related to psychosocial factors and ways you cope with emotions. Research indicates that in some cases therapeutic interventions can improve digestive issues more effectively than medical treatment (Harvard Health). Tune into the podcast via www.talkingwithdrtoy.com 

The Mind and Body Connection is not a just a theory anymore is the title of a research article explaining research that empirically supports such a connection. The mind and the body are intertwined in that our biology impacts our emotions and mood which in turn influence our physical health. This connection has received so much attention that the medical community is now utilizing behavioral health and mental health professionals in their practices. Learn more about this connection by tuning into the podcast via www.talkingwithdrtoy.com.