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Multiple Sclerosis, aka MS, is a progressive disease that disrupts communication between the brain and body.  Niki Stevens was a healthy, highly active student in college when she received this life altering diagnosis. Her story of perseverance, choosing to live life on her terms, and the struggles to fight “the darkness” are beautifully shared in this inspiring reflection of what it's like to be a mom with a disability.

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Sometimes, the hardest decisions are the most needed.  Divorce is tough, but so is staying in an unhappy or unhealthy relationship.  If kids are involved this can be tricky, but not impossible, take it from your two besties from divorced parents and Sarah who's been through a divorce and shares her story on this episode! 

If you happen to have young kiddos, remember to have developmentally appropriate conversations with them and checkout our website:

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#mentalhealth #divorce #psychologist #stepparent #leaving 

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“The risk of exposure to trauma has been part of the human condition since we evolved as a species ( Matthew Friedman, MD, PhD, National Center for PTSD).”  Yep.  That’s a hard but truthful way to start this discussion.  Just like with addiction, there is hope. This episode is heavy, hopefully validating, and informative.  


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Addiction knows no boundaries.  At some point in our lives every single person will love an addict or be one themselves.  We all know someone whose life has been disrupted or ended because of its deadly force..  

This episode focuses on the hard truths of addiction. We talk about how it affects the addict and their family and friends;  as well as the hopefulness that can come from recovery. There is truly no one better to break down addiction than our former classmate, Craig Hettlinger, owner of Huntington Addiction Wellness Center (HAWC). If you or someone you love is currently struggling to overcome addiction, check out the HAWC website for help.

#addiction #recovery #thelylaspodcast #mentalhealthawareness #helpisavailable

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Heart disease is the leading cause of death of women in the United States.

Knowing the risk factors, signs/symptoms, and taking preventative action are all necessary to avoid becoming a statistic. The American Heart Association is the best place to go for all things heart related, including how to join our guest, JulieThomm, in advocating for healthier hearts in your community!

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#loveyourheart #womenshealth #hearthealth #heartdisease #mentalhealth #advocate #empowereachother #wellnesspodcast

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Welcome to the rabbit hole! Our mind is truly powerful… especially when we treat thoughts and feelings as facts! THOUGHTS and FEELINGS are NOT facts! 

Want to get out of the negative thought loops running through your mind? Start by listening to this episode!  Remember to check out our webpage for some awesome resources on this topic!!! 

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 Awareness of your cognitive and behavioral traps is key in starting to manage the cycle. The following resource may be helpful in highlighting your patterns, then changing them. This can be tough and might be best to work with a professional if you find it more challenging.

#mentalhealthawareness  #mindtraps #thelylaspodcast #thoughtsarenotfacts 

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Ladies! Mamas! Question for you, who’s taking care of you?!  Midlife brings so many new experiences to our mind and body. Given the mental load we carry as women, taking care of ourselves often takes the back burner. The old saying is true, “you can pour from an empty cup!”


 In this week’s episode we break down what our bodies are telling us and when it’s time to seek help. Mammograms, Paps, and Blood work; OH MY!  We chat about how to approach health topics with your health care providers and reiterate the importance of taking care of YOU first and foremost. It’s not selfish, it’s necessary!  

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Ladies! Mamas! Question for you, who’s taking care of you?!  Midlife brings so many new experiences to our mind and body. Given the mental load we carry as women, taking care of ourselves often takes the back burner. The old saying is true, “you can pour from an empty cup!”

 In this week’s episode we break down what our bodies are telling us and when it’s time to seek help. Mammograms, Paps, and Blood work; OH MY!  We chat about how to approach health topics with your health care providers and reiterate the importance of taking care of YOU first and foremost. It’s not selfish, it’s necessary!  

Checkout our resources: www.thelylaspodcast.com

#thelylaspodcast #mentalhealth #momhealth #takecareofyourself #wellness #podcast 

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Seasonal changes often trigger changes in our lives. Taking the time to reflect on this process and what our current needs are.  It’s a natural time to make plans, change goals, and celebrate your accomplishments! Even if you haven’t checked off all your goals, acknowledging the successes along the way helps keep us motivated to reach those big/scary goals! 

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#changes #reflection #goals #keepmoving #mentalhealth #psychologists #wellness #podcast

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Reminiscing about the good ol ‘ days can be so much fun! Life is full of endless layers and being able to pull the onion back at times can really pull at all your heartstrings. This episode is a playful, yet thoughtful reminder of what it means to come home.


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#countryroads #homeiswheretheheartis #home #memories #friendships

Please be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our psych-approved resource page, and connect with us on social media! All this and more at www.thelylaspodcast.com