In this episode of The DLOH, we explore how the words we use shape the way we understand, and talk about, mental health. We also spotlight Men’s Mental Health Month, examining how language can be both a barrier and a bridge to healing for men who’ve been taught to suppress emotion

Disclaimer: This podcast provides tools and strategies to support your mental health journey; however, it is not therapy and does not replace professional care. If you need additional support, please consult a licensed therapist or mental health professional.

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Grief doesn’t always follow a clear path, especially when we’re grieving someone we had a complicated, strained, or distant relationship with. In this episode of The DLOH, we explore what the gray space in grief is.

References:

• Doka, K. J. (1989). Disenfranchised grief: Recognizing hidden sorrow. Lexington Books.
• Boss, P. (1999). Ambiguous loss: Learning to live with unresolved grief. Harvard University Press.

Disclaimer: This podcast provides tools and strategies to support your mental health journey; however, it is not therapy and does not replace professional care. If you need additional support, please consult a licensed therapist or mental health professional.

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Perfectionism can be a quiet thief of joy, productivity, and self-worth. In this episode of The DLOH, we explore the roots of perfectionism, how it shows up in our daily lives, and why rest and self-compassion are powerful antidotes.

References:

• Brown, B. (2010). The Gifts of Imperfection. Hazelden Publishing.
• Hewitt, P. L., & Flett, G. L. (1991). Perfectionism in the self and social contexts: Conceptualization, assessment, and association with psychopathology. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology.
• Neff, K. (2011). Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself. HarperCollins.
• Smith, M. M., Sherry, S. B., Chen, S., et al. (2020). The perfectionism–mental health link: A meta-analysis. Psychological Bulletin, 146(4), 287–324.

Disclaimer: This podcast provides tools and strategies to support your mental health journey; however, it is not therapy and does not replace professional care. If you need additional support, please consult a licensed therapist or mental health professional.

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This short affirmation practice focuses reinforcing resilience and the ability to embrace change with confidence. This practice also serves as a complement to our episode titled Building Emotional Resilience, our Affirmations Can Rewire Your Brain episode, along with our Rewire Your Nervous System episode. Check these episodes out to learn more about how to build emotional resilience. In addition, learn how affirmations and rewiring your nervous system can assist in your wellness practice.

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Disclaimer: This podcast provides tools and strategies to support your mental health journey; however, it is not therapy and does not replace professional care. If you need additional support, please consult a licensed therapist or mental health professional.

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This short affirmation practice focuses on cultivating appreciation, happiness, and an open heart. This practice also serves as a complement to our episode titled Your Brain Actually Responds to the Practice of Gratitude, our Affirmations Can Rewire Your Brain episode, along with our Rewire Your Nervous System episode. Check these episodes out to learn more about the science-backed benefits of practicing gratitude. In addition, learn how affirmations and rewiring your nervous system can assist in your wellness practice.

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Disclaimer: This podcast provides tools and strategies to support your mental health journey; however, it is not therapy and does not replace professional care. If you need additional support, please consult a licensed therapist or mental health professional.

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This short affirmation practice focuses on affirmations that help us move through fear with courage and reclaim our sense of safety and confidence. This practice also serves as a complement to our episode on Understanding Anxiety & Tools for Managing Stress, our Affirmations Can Rewire Your Brain episode, along with our Rewire Your Nervous System episode. Check these episodes out to learn more about anxiety and tools to manage it. In addition, learn how affirmations and rewiring your nervous system can assist in your wellness practice.

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Disclaimer: This podcast provides tools and strategies to support your mental health journey; however, it is not therapy and does not replace professional care. If you need additional support, please consult a licensed therapist or mental health professional.

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This short affirmation practice is designed to help you focus on grounding, releasing stress, and building resilience. This practice also serves as a complement to our Affirmations Can Rewire Your Brain episode, Building Emotional Resilience episode, along with our Rewire Your Nervous System episode. Check these episodes out to learn more about how affirmations, building emotional resilience and rewiring your nervous system can assist in your wellness practice.

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Disclaimer: This podcast provides tools and strategies to support your mental health journey; however, it is not therapy and does not replace professional care. If you need additional support, please consult a licensed therapist or mental health professional.

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This 5 minute affirmation practice is designed to help you embrace your worth, build confidence, and shift self-doubt into self-love. This practice also serves as a complement to our The Utility of Self-Compassion episode along with our Affirmations Can Rewire Your Brain episode. Check them out to learn more about affirmations, self-compassion and the role both can serve in our wellness journey. If you prefer to catch the episodes on Youtube:

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Disclaimer: This podcast provides tools and strategies to support your mental health journey; however, it is not therapy and does not replace professional care. If you need additional support, please consult a licensed therapist or mental health professional.

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Join us for a Progressive Muscle Relaxation practice!

To complement this week's episode on rewiring your nervous system, I mentioned that I'd upload this guided Progressive Muscle Relaxation exercise that will help you release tension, reduce stress, and bring your body into a state of deep relaxation.

PMR is a powerful technique that systematically tenses and relaxes muscle groups, signaling to your nervous system that it’s safe to unwind. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or just need a moment of calm, this practice can help reset your body and mind.

Find a quiet space, get comfortable, and let’s begin.

🎧 Press play and allow yourself to relax!

#GuidedRelaxation #StressRelief #ProgressiveMuscleRelaxation #NervousSystemHealing

Have you ever felt stuck in stress mode, constantly on edge, or unable to fully relax? That’s your nervous system at work!

If stress, anxiety, or overwhelm have been taking over your life, this episode is for you! Tune in to learn how to regulate your nervous system, improve emotional well-being, and take back control.

References

• Kox, M., van Eijk, L. T., Zwaag, J., van den Wildenberg, J., Sweep, F. C., van der Hoeven, J. G., & Pickkers, P. (2014). Voluntary activation of the sympathetic nervous system and attenuation of the innate immune response in humans. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 111(20), 7379-7384.
• Porges, S. W. (2011). The polyvagal theory: Neurophysiological foundations of emotions, attachment, communication, and self-regulation. W. W. Norton & Company.
• Salmon, P. (2001). Effects of physical exercise on anxiety, depression, and sensitivity to stress: A unifying theory. Clinical Psychology Review, 21(1), 33-61.
• Van der Kolk, B. (2014). The body keeps the score: Brain, mind, and body in the healing of trauma. Penguin Books.

Disclaimer: This podcast provides tools and strategies to support your mental health journey; however, it is not therapy and does not replace professional care. If you need additional support, please consult a licensed therapist or mental health professional.

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@Youngbodzy - Hello - https://thmatc.co/?l=F89E13A3

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