Long before a pandemic swept us up in a swirl of fear and negativity, much of the world was moving through life at a frenetic pace.  And now, we’ve been forced to pause.  While we are here, checking in with self, will be key to positively managing mental health through this time.

My guest for this episode is Mark Ostach. Mark is on a mission to help professionals, teams, and leaders connect with themselves, each other, and their collective purpose by restoring energy to organizations battling modern life’s non-stop pace and growing sense of disconnection. In this episode, Mark shares tips to connect with yourself while the world swirls around us through turbulent times.  

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The mind is a powerful healing tool. Using our imagination, we can visualize almost anything. By creating images in the mind, a person can reduce pain and symptoms associated with his or her condition. Studies have also shown that imagery can help to improve relaxation.

Gail Patricolo has a graduate degree from Oakland University in Complementary Medicine and Wellness, has studied and worked in the area of integrative medicine, is a stress reduction expert, Reiki Master and a guided imagery specialist.  Gail brings this expertise to this episode to help us better understand guided imagery - what it is and how can it be a powerful tool for recovering from and managing any type of stress we might encounter. 

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SPECIAL EPISODE: This episode is not an interview.  Rather it is a guided imagery session focused on relaxing and rejuvenation during challenging times.   Be sure to find a comfortable place to sit or lay down while listening to this session.  Feel free to listen daily and it’s okay to listen while falling asleep if that is the only time in your day that works for you.  

Guided Imagery created and narrated by Gail Patricolo

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As if a global pandemic wasn't stressful enough, we are also trying to make sense of how all of this uncertainty, this closure of industries and economies, and market volatility (volatility in a mostly downward-dog direction) will impact our personal finances. This interview reminds us it is never too late to plan for uncertainty, even when the uncertainty has already begun.  

Jessica Willis brings nearly 20 years of financial industry experience to this episode. Thanks to an overly enthusiastic passion for helping people with their finances, Jessica’s on a mission to demystify and democratize financial planning through her company Pocketnest. This episode focuses on steps you can take to reduce fear and build financial stability now and always.

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Healthy nutrition is key to overall wellbeing. Healthy eating can boost immunity, improve mood and help you manage weight.  Eating well can be tough under normal circumstances. Eating well when you are limiting trips to the grocery store or feeding a family on a limited budget is a whole new challenge.

Registered Dietitian and mom of 3, Molly Green, shares ideas for stretching out time between trips to the grocery store and spending wisely on nutritious food. Beyond advice on making wise, healthy food purchases, Molly highlights how to avoid overeating and take advantage of this unique opportunity to get your family involved in food at home.

Recommended resources eatright.org delish.com

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Stuck in a negative mindset?  Listen to this quick summary of actions you can take to do a mindset reset. 

Social distancing may be keeping you away from spending time with your co-workers and friends. However, if you live with family, the coronavirus may be having the opposite effect on your family time.  Family time 24/7, in addition to feeling as if you cannot control much of what’s going on around you is a recipe for individual and relationship stress.

My guest for this episode is Anton Babushkin. Psychoanalyst and entrepreneur, Anton is the CEO of Wellness Psychotherapy.  In this episode, Anton shares tips on the power of effective communication in healthy relationships.  We also touch upon how to shift your mindset when you are stuck in the hamster wheel of negativity.

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Self-care is key to preparing for and surviving the challenges life throws your way.  Angela Moore reminds us of essential actions you can take to care for yourself. 

That feeling you have been feeling...just might be what it feels like to experience trauma.  New ways of interacting, cut off from activities and people we enjoy, dealing with daily change...all while the world is fighting a war on a virus. Trauma occurs in many ways, often unconsciously. Recognizing the reality is the beginning. Taking steps to manage your exposure and response to stress are key.   

My guest for this episode is Angela Moore. Angela’s passion is inspiring and motivating others to overcome the obstacles to their success using her expertise as a NASM Master Trainer, Fitness Nutrition Specialist, Empowerment Coach and nationally certified counselor specializing in Depression, Anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Grief/Loss and Life Transitions.  In this episode, Angela combines her knowledge and experience to help us understand trauma and steps you can take to proactively manage your mental health.

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Individual purpose is a powerful motivator. Check out this summary on the power of purpose in challenging times.