This bonus episode is a guided meditation and visualization to support you in setting — and embodying — your next aligned rate.

If Episode 5 stirred up discomfort, resistance, or fear around raising your fees, this walkthrough is designed to help you regulate your nervous system, connect with your future self, and move from scarcity into self-led clarity.

1. Listen somewhere quiet (or take it on a reflective walk).
2. Bring your “icky number” from Episode 5.
3. Journal afterward about what shifted.

You may notice fear. You may notice relief. You may notice clarity. All of it is information.

After listening, ask yourself:

1. What felt different in my body when I said my new rate aloud?
2. What part of me resisted?
3. What part of me felt empowered?
4. Does this number support my sustainability?

If this meditation helped you, share your takeaway on Instagram at @MyAlignedPractice — I’d love to hear what shifted for you: https://www.instagram.com/myalignedpractice

Request a consultation call for Stephanie’s mentorship program, the Aligned Practice Blueprint, an exclusive container launching January 2026.

This program is designed to help therapists grow from solo to group practice using intuitive systems, aligned leadership, and sustainable backend structures.

Only six practitioners will be accepted per cohort.

More info: https://therapistsofftheclock.ca/the-aligned-practice-blueprint/

About Dr. Stephanie Dinsmore

Stephanie Dinsmore, MSW, RSW, is a psychotherapist, social worker, group practice owner, and soulful-led business mentor for therapists. She is the founder of Mindful Path Counselling, a thriving Ontario-based practice with over 25 clinicians. Stephanie blends clinical expertise with somatic awareness, intuitive healing, and values-based leadership to help therapists align who they are as people, clinicians, and business owners. Her coaching framework supports therapists in identifying mindset blocks, reconnecting with their intuition, and building practices that feel spacious, sustainable, and deeply aligned.

Read more about Stephanie here: https://therapistsofftheclock.ca/our-team/stephanie-dinsmore/

Connect with Stephanie

1. Instagram — @myalignedpractice: https://www.instagram.com/myalignedpractice
2. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-stephanie-dinsmore-6b202014a/

Connect with Therapists Off the Clock

1. Instagram — @therapistsofftheclock: https://www.instagram.com/therapistsofftheclock
2. Website: https://therapistsofftheclock.ca/

Learn More about Mindful Path Counselling

1. Website: https://www.mindfulpathcounselling.ca
2. Instagram — @mindfulpathcounselling: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulpathcounselling

In Episode 5 of My Aligned Practice, host Stephanie Dinsmore—psychotherapist, social worker, and group practice owner—dives into one of the most tender and transformational topics for therapists in private practice: money healing. Specifically, Stephanie speaks to heart-centered helpers who feel discomfort charging their worth, who struggle with a scarcity mindset, or who have unintentionally built pricing structures that lead to burnout and collapse.

Stephanie explains that the scarcity mindset isn’t a character flaw—it’s often a nervous system pattern shaped by emotional labor, over giving, and lived experiences. She shares her personal story of growing up with financial instability and how scarcity has continued to show up in her system over the years, even as her practice has grown. She also speaks honestly about how trauma, attachment history, and the “helper identity” can lead practitioners—especially women—to chronically undercharge, undervalue their experience, and overwork in an attempt to compensate.

A major focus of this episode is what Stephanie calls collapse rates: under-market pricing that eventually forces clinicians into survival mode, overload, and burnout. Stephanie introduces the concept of intuitive pricing and energy exchange, emphasizing the importance of regulating your nervous system and checking in with your internal parts before making financial decisions. She also walks listeners through key financial foundations for private practice: understanding fixed vs. variable expenses, setting aside taxes, separating business and personal finances, and building an emergency or sustainability fund that supports calm, regulated decision-making.

This episode closes with a powerful Aligned Action Item designed to support self-led clarity, help you connect with your future self, and anchor a sustainable, aligned rate that supports you, your clients, and your practice.

Apply for the Aligned Practice Blueprint

Request a consultation call for Stephanie’s new business mentorship program, the Aligned Practice Blueprint—a small, high-support container designed to help clinicians move from solo to group practice with clarity and confidence. We’re only taking six practitioners!

More info: https://therapistsofftheclock.ca/the-aligned-practice-blueprint/

This week’s action item invites you into gentle reflection around pricing, value, nervous system regulation, and sustainability. You can complete this as you listen, after the episode, or simply hold the prompts and come back to them when you’re ready.

Imagine a regulated, confident, grounded version of you. Ask:

1. What does my future self know about the number that truly sustains me?

From that self-led place, reflect:

1. What rate allows me to sustain this work without burnout?

Now bring it into the real world:

1. What did I hear or sense that surprised me?
2. Was there a part of me that resisted the “icky number” — and what does it need?
3. How does choosing this number support both me, my clients, and my practice?

End by anchoring your clarity with this affirmation:

“This is what supports me.”

This is a powerful way to remind your nervous system that sustainable pricing is not selfish—it’s an act of leadership, safety, and long-term care for both you and your clients.

If you completed your Aligned Action Item or reflected on your “icky number,” Stephanie would love to hear what came up for you.

Head over to Instagram and comment on the most recent post for Episode 5:

https://www.instagram.com/myalignedpractice

Stephanie Dinsmore, MSW, RSW, is a psychotherapist, social worker, group practice owner, and soulful-led business mentor for therapists. She is the founder of Mindful Path Counselling, a thriving Ontario-based practice with over 25 clinicians, a nurse practitioner, and dedicated support staff. Stephanie blends trauma-informed care with somatic practices, Internal Family Systems, and values-based leadership to help therapists heal money mindset blocks, build sustainable practices, and grow with integrity. Her mentorship supports clinicians in creating practices that are aligned, resourced, and rooted in nervous-system regulation and self-led leadership.

1. Instagram — @myalignedpractice: https://www.instagram.com/myalignedpractice
2. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-stephanie-dinsmore-6b202014a/

1. Instagram — @therapistsofftheclock: https://www.instagram.com/therapistsofftheclock
2. Website: https://therapistsofftheclock.ca/

1. Website: https://www.mindfulpathcounselling.ca
2. Instagram — @mindfulpathcounselling: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulpathcounselling/

In Episode 4 of My Aligned Practice, host Stephanie Dinsmore—psychotherapist, social worker, and group practice owner—reframes marketing as an extension of your values rather than a source of pressure, overwhelm, or burnout. Building directly from the concept of your business as a sacred container, Stephanie introduces what she calls soul-aligned marketing: a values-led, intuitive approach to visibility that feels authentic rather than salesy.

Stephanie explores how marketing becomes sustainable when it is rooted in your mission, vision, and values instead of rigid strategies or performative content. Drawing on real examples from Mindful Path Counselling, she shares how value-led messaging builds trust with clients, clinicians, and the broader community—and why leading with who you are matters far more than listing therapeutic modalities.This episode also addresses common fears therapists experience around visibility, judgment, and self-promotion.

The episode closes with a courageous Aligned Action Item inviting you to share one values-led post and reflect on what shows up internally when you do.

Apply for the Aligned Practice Blueprint

Request a consultation call for Stephanie’s new business mentorship program, the Aligned Practice Blueprint—a small, high-support container designed to help clinicians move from solo to group practice with clarity and confidence. We’re only taking six practitioners!

More info: https://therapistsofftheclock.ca/the-aligned-practice-blueprint/

This week’s action item is designed to gently stretch your comfort zone while staying grounded in your values.

1. Choose one platform you’re currently using (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn).
2. Create one post that reflects your values, identity, or why you do this work.
3. Let it come from your sacred container, not from pressure to sell.

Once you’ve posted, take time to reflect on the following:

1. What part of me showed up when I posted?
2. How did my nervous system respond?
3. What did I learn from this experience?

This exercise is not about perfection—it’s about visibility, self-trust, and connection. You’re practicing being seen in a way that feels authentic and aligned. Tag us in your post - @myalignedpractice.

Tag Stephanie or comment on the “Episode Four” post on Instagram to share what came up for you: https://www.instagram.com/myalignedpractice

Stephanie Dinsmore, MSW, RSW, is a psychotherapist, social worker, group practice owner, and soulful-led business mentor for therapists. She is the founder of Mindful Path Counselling, a thriving Ontario-based practice with over 25 clinicians, a nurse practitioner, and dedicated support staff. Stephanie integrates trauma-informed care, somatic practices, Internal Family Systems, and values-based leadership to help therapists build practices that are aligned, ethical, and sustainable. Her mentorship supports clinicians in navigating mindset blocks, nervous-system regulation, and business growth with clarity and confidence.

1. Instagram — @myalignedpractice: https://www.instagram.com/myalignedpractice
2. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-stephanie-dinsmore-6b202014a/

1. Instagram — @therapistsofftheclock: https://www.instagram.com/therapistsofftheclock
2. Website: https://therapistsofftheclock.ca/

1. Website: https://www.mindfulpathcounselling.ca
2. Instagram — @mindfulpathcounselling: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulpathcounselling/

In Episode 3 of My Aligned Practice, host Dr. Stephanie Dinsmore (psychotherapist, social worker, and group practice owner) guides listeners into a deeper understanding of their business as a sacred container. Building on last episode’s journal prompts, Stephanie revisits the questions of your why and your identity as a person, clinician, and leader, and invites you to explore how those three roles intertwine within your business. Stephanie explains that your sacred container is the integration of your mission, vision, values, and the authentic expression of who you are. She shares how her own therapeutic modalities—Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatics, polyvagal theory, and bottom-up trauma work—deeply inform not only her clinical identity but also the decisions she makes as a practice owner. Your clinical way of being, she emphasizes, becomes the foundation of your business way of being. Drawing from her experience at Mindful Path Counselling, Stephanie gives real examples of how aligning values with business practice can shape everything from community partnerships to student internship programs. She also introduces the idea of energetic environments—physical, emotional, mental, spiritual, and digital—and encourages listeners to begin noticing which areas fuel them and which areas drain them. This episode encourages vulnerability, authenticity, and aligned decision-making, reminding therapists that building a practice is not just about logistics—it is an extension of their healing work and a representation of their deepest values. The episode closes with a creative journal prompt inviting you to draw and define your sacred container, forming the foundation of your mission, vision, and values.

Apply for the Aligned Practice Blueprint

Request a consultation call for Stephanie’s new business mentorship program, the Aligned Practice Blueprint—a small, high-support container designed to help clinicians move from solo to group practice with clarity and confidence. We’re only taking six practitioners!

More info: https://therapistsofftheclock.ca/the-aligned-practice-blueprint/

Aligned Action Item — Journal Prompt

This week’s prompt invites you into a creative, visual, and intuitive exercise to explore your mission, vision, and values from the inside out.

Draw Your Sacred Container

1. Choose any shape or visual structure that feels aligned with you.
2. Inside it, jot down the words, values, emotions, and themes that feel true to:
3. Who you are as a person
4. Who you are as a clinician
5. Who you are as a business owner or leader
6. Let this become the earliest form of your mission, vision, and values.

This is an art-based reflection—do it if it feels supportive, or simply imagine it while listening. There is no right or wrong way to approach this. Your only job is to notice what feels authentic, energizing, and aligned.

Want to share your sacred container? Visit the “Episode Three” video on Instagram and post your reflections or message Stephanie picture of your drawing. https://www.instagram.com/myalignedpractice

About Dr. Stephanie Dinsmore

Stephanie Dinsmore, MSW, RSW, is a psychotherapist, social worker, group practice owner, and soulful-led business mentor for therapists. She is the founder of Mindful Path Counselling, a thriving Ontario-based practice with over 25 clinicians. Stephanie’s approach blends somatic awareness, trauma-informed modalities, Internal Family Systems, intuitive healing, and values-based leadership. Her mentorship helps therapists align their personal, clinical, and business identities to create practices that are sustainable, authentic, and deeply fulfilling.

Read more about Stephanie here: https://therapistsofftheclock.ca/our-team/stephanie-dinsmore/

Connect with Stephanie

1. Instagram — @myalignedpractice: https://www.instagram.com/myalignedpractice
2. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-stephanie-dinsmore-6b202014a/

Connect with Therapists Off the Clock

1. Instagram — @therapistsofftheclock: https://www.instagram.com/therapistsofftheclock
2. Website: https://therapistsofftheclock.ca/

Learn More about Mindful Path Counselling

1. Website: https://www.mindfulpathcounselling.ca
2. Instagram — @mindfulpathcounselling: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulpathcounselling/

In Episode 2 of My Aligned Practice, host Dr. Stephanie Dinsmore (psychotherapist, social worker, and group practice owner) guides therapists through the process of imagining, defining, and aligning with their dream practice. Building on the journal work from Episode 1, Stephanie explores how the shift toward private practice often begins as an internal nudge: a sense of misalignment, fatigue, or longing for something more meaningful and spacious. Stephanie shares her own story of transitioning from community care into solo private practice, describing the exhaustion, imposter syndrome, and uncertainty she navigated along the way. She explains the crucial distinction between our identities as a person, a clinician, and a business owner—and why soulful-led business growth can only happen when all three identities are aligned. Listeners will hear real stories of Stephanie’s early days in private practice, the nervous-system shock of leaving behind rigid work schedules, and the unexpected joy and energy that came from reclaiming autonomy. She also explores the top three barriers that most clinicians face when considering a shift into private practice: the belief that they must maintain a 9–5 job, fear around financial or career risk, and a lack of confidence or ongoing imposter syndrome. This episode closes with two powerful journal prompts designed to help you understand your “why” and clarify who you are across the personal, clinical, and leadership domains—setting the foundation for an aligned, sustainable practice.

Apply for the Aligned Practice Blueprint

Request a consultation call for Stephanie’s new business mentorship program, the Aligned Practice Blueprint—a small, high-support container designed to help clinicians move from solo to group practice with clarity and confidence. We’re only taking six practitioners!

More info: https://therapistsofftheclock.ca/the-aligned-practice-blueprint/

Aligned Action Item — Journal Prompts

Use these prompts to deepen your understanding of your motivation, your identity, and the core values that will guide your shift into solo or group practice. Take your time and return to these questions often.

1. Why am I doing this?

Consider:

What is calling you toward a shift?

What are you yearning for more of in your life or clinical work?

What current realities feel misaligned or unsustainable?

2. Who am I across the three roles of my aligned practice?

Consider:

Who am I as a person?

What are your core values, rhythms, needs, and desires?

Who am I as a clinician?

What is your therapeutic style? What populations or modalities feel most energizing?

Who am I as a business owner or leader?

What kind of practice do you want to build? What leadership qualities are emerging in you?

What does aligned stewardship feel like?

These prompts are your invitation to clarify your vision, strengthen your confidence, and begin shifting from practitioner to aligned business owner—slowly, intentionally, and with support.

Want to share? Tell us what came up for you. Find the “Episode Two” video on Instagram and leave a comment so Stephanie can chat with you about your reflections:

https://www.instagram.com/myalignedpractice

About Dr. Stephanie Dinsmore

Stephanie Dinsmore, MSW, RSW, is a psychotherapist, social worker, group practice owner, and soulful-led business mentor for therapists. She is the founder of Mindful Path Counselling, a thriving Ontario-based practice with over 25 clinicians. Stephanie blends clinical expertise with somatic awareness, intuitive healing, and values-based leadership to help therapists align who they are as people, clinicians, and business owners. Her coaching framework supports therapists in identifying mindset blocks, reconnecting with their intuition, and building practices that feel spacious, sustainable, and deeply aligned.

Read more about Stephanie here: https://therapistsofftheclock.ca/our-team/stephanie-dinsmore/

Connect with Stephanie

1. Instagram — @myalignedpractice: https://www.instagram.com/myalignedpractice
2. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-stephanie-dinsmore-6b202014a/

Connect with Therapists Off the Clock

1. Instagram — @therapistsofftheclock: https://www.instagram.com/therapistsofftheclock
2. Website: https://therapistsofftheclock.ca/

Learn More about Mindful Path Counselling

1. Website: https://www.mindfulpathcounselling.ca
2. Instagram — @mindfulpathcounselling: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulpathcounselling/

In this opening episode of our sub-series, My Aligned Practice, host Dr. Stephanie Dinsmore (psychotherapist, social worker, and founder of Mindful Path Counselling) invites therapists and healers into a new way of thinking about business growth. Rather than relying solely on strategy and external expectations, Stephanie introduces the foundations of soulful-led business coaching, a model rooted in intuition, embodiment, and alignment. Stephanie explores what she calls "a call to more": the inner signals, bodily cues, and intuitive nudges that often arise when a therapist begins to consider private practice, expanding to a group practice, or pursuing greater autonomy in their work. Through personal stories and real examples from her own growth - from solo practitioner to leading a team of 25+ clinicians - Stephanie highlights how tuning into the body can lead to more energized, authentic, and sustainable business decisions. Listeners will learn the early signs that a shift may be needed, how intuitive guidance often gets overridden, and why grounding, centering, and journaling become essential tools when navigating mindset blocks. Stephanie shares practical first steps—including the surprising power of bringing on a student intern—as well as a candid look at her own fears, imposter syndrome, and the practices that helped her transform them. This episode closes with your first Aligned Action Item, a set of journal prompts to begin unblocking mindset barriers and clarifying the practice you truly want to build.

Apply for the Aligned Practice Blueprint

Request a consultation call for Stephanie’s new business mentorship program the Aligned Practice Blueprint (we’re only take 6 practitioners!).

More info: https://therapistsofftheclock.ca/the-aligned-practice-blueprint/

Aligned Action Item — Journal Prompts

Use these prompts to gently uncover what’s calling for change, what’s possible, and what parts of you might be holding back. Take your time, let your body guide you, and notice what arises.

1. What part of you feels the need to make a change right now?

1. What comes forward?
2. Does this part have a name, emotion, age, or story?
3. What does it want you to know? (IFS-informed inquiry)

2. How do you envision your dream practice?

Describe the details with clarity and imagination:

1. Who is beside you?
2. What is the environment like?
3. Who do you serve?
4. What does your workflow, support system, and schedule look like?

3. Are there parts of you getting in the way of making these shifts?

1. If yes, what protective beliefs or fears are showing up?
2. If no, what is stopping you from moving forward?
3. What would living and working in alignment look like right now?

Use these prompts to deepen your connection with your intuitive business self, activate grounded decision-making, and begin moving from practitioner to fully aligned business owner.

Want to share? Let us know what came up for you - look for the “Episode One” video on our Instagram page and leave a comment below so Stephanie can chat with you about your reflections. https://www.instagram.com/myalignedpractice

About Dr. Stephanie Dinsmore

Stephanie Dinsmore, MSW, RSW, is a psychotherapist, social worker, group practice owner, and soulful-led business mentor for therapists. She is the founder of Mindful Path Counselling, a thriving practice of 25+ clinicians serving clients across Ontario. Stephanie is known for her integrative approach that combines clinical expertise with somatic awareness, intuitive healing, and values-based leadership. Her signature coaching framework helps therapists tune into their inner knowing, address mindset blocks, and design practices that feel aligned, spacious, and authentic. With a focus on embodiment, intuition, and practical strategy, Stephanie guides both solo practitioners and emerging group practice owners toward sustainable, soulful business growth.

Read more about Stephanie here: https://therapistsofftheclock.ca/our-team/stephanie-dinsmore/

Connect with Stephanie

1. Instagram — @myalignedpractice: https://www.instagram.com/myalignedpractice
2. Follow Stephanie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-stephanie-dinsmore-6b202014a/

Connect with Therapists Off the Clock

1. Instagram - @therapistsofftheclock: https://www.instagram.com/therapistsofftheclock
2. Visit our website: https://therapistsofftheclock.ca/

Learn More about Stephanie’s practice - Mindful Path Counselling

1. Mindful Path Counselling: https://www.mindfulpathcounselling.ca
2. Instagram - @mindfulpathcounselling: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulpathcounselling/

After the heartbreak of a tragic loss, Jodie and Stephanie found themselves at a crossroads, questioning the very essence of what brings true satisfaction and joy into their lives. It was a turbulent yet enlightening journey that began in 2024, propelling them towards a deep introspection about soul alignment and self-discovery. In this episode, the Therapists Off the Clock share insights that emerged from this experience, emphasizing the importance of recognizing resistance as a sign that you might not be on the right path. They discuss how embracing change and releasing societal expectations can lead to a more joyful and peaceful life, as well as the significance of gravitating towards activities and purposes that truly energize us.

Jodie and Stephanie attempt to answer questions like:

What is soul alignment and why is it important?

How can we know if we're on the wrong life path?

How does changing our mindset help us be true to ourselves?

How can a holistic approach aid in growth and change?

Resources:

More information on Jodie-Lockey Duesling

https://mindfulpathcounselling.ca/jodie-lockey-duesling-ma-rsw/

More information on Stephanie Dinsmore

https://mindfulpathcounselling.ca/stephanie-dinsmore-rsw-msw/

Book an appointment with Mindful Path Counselling

https://mindfulpathcounselling.janeapp.com/

Follow us on Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/mindfulpathcounselling/?hl=en

Disclaimer: Please note that while the "Therapists off the Clock" presents discussions on various mental health topics and provides general advice and education, it is not a substitute for professional mental health services or counselling. The information shared by the hosts is based on their professional experiences and personal observations, and it should not be considered as professional mental health advice. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or are considering self-harm, please seek immediate help from a healthcare provider. If you need professional counselling or psychotherapy, we recommend reaching out to a qualified mental health professional in your area. While we hope our podcast provides support and encouragement, it is not intended to replace any therapeutic relationship or specific advice provided by a mental health professional. Your use of this podcast does not establish a counsellor-client relationship with the hosts or any guests. Any action you take upon the information on this podcast is strictly at your own risk, and we will not be liable for any losses and damages in connection with the use of our podcast. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your mental health or a medical condition.

Have you ever wondered why so many people hesitate to seek therapy despite its known benefits? In this *special Summer bonus* episode, Jodie & Stephanie are tackling this question head-on, shedding light on the common barriers like past negative experiences, cultural or religious values, and the persistent stigma surrounding mental health care. We'll guide you through the essential steps of finding the right therapist who fits your needs perfectly. From what questions to ask during your initial consultation to how to handle the unease of switching therapists, we provide practical advice to make your journey smoother. We also stress the importance of a good therapeutic alliance and continuous feedback for a more effective and personalized experience.

Jodie and Stephanie attempt to answer questions like:

What should I ask a potential therapist before I commit to working with them?

How do I get my partner to do couples counselling?

What if therapy just isn’t in my budget?

What if I choose a therapist and it's not the right fit?

Resources:

More information on Jodie-Lockey Duesling

More information on Stephanie Dinsmore

Book an appointment with Mindful Path Counselling

Follow us on Instagram

Disclaimer: Please note that while the "Therapists off the Clock" presents discussions on various mental health topics and provides general advice and education, it is not a substitute for professional mental health services or counselling. The information shared by the hosts is based on their professional experiences and personal observations, and it should not be considered as professional mental health advice. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or are considering self-harm, please seek immediate help from a healthcare provider. If you need professional counselling or psychotherapy, we recommend reaching out to a qualified mental health professional in your area. While we hope our podcast provides support and encouragement, it is not intended to replace any therapeutic relationship or specific advice provided by a mental health professional. Your use of this podcast does not establish a counsellor-client relationship with the hosts or any guests. Any action you take upon the information on this podcast is strictly at your own risk, and we will not be liable for any losses and damages in connection with the use of our podcast. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your mental health or a medical condition.

Stephanie and Jodie wrap up this season with heartfelt reflections on their paths to self-improvement and wellness. As two therapists with a wealth of experience, they’re opening up about their personal commitment to mental health and the flexibility of daily protocols that support our journey. It's all about fostering self-compassion and the transformative power of kind self-talk. They also unpack the importance of being in tune with our nervous systems, acknowledging when it's time to pause and recalibrate, and how supportive relationships can be instrumental in breaking negative cycles. Then, we dive into the essentials of establishing a daily protocol for emotional balance. They explore a range of techniques, from breathwork and gratitude practices to the healing frequencies of sound waves, to help maintain equilibrium in both gut and emotional health. Plus, they discuss how to process and release emotions effectively, and why understanding our personal triggers is key to emotional regulation. 

Jodie and Stephanie attempt to answer questions like:

What daily rituals can you implement to stay grounded and promote self-compassion?

Can positive psychology and intentional manifestation realistically change your circumstances?

What practical steps can you take to rewire your neural pathways and bring your dreams into reality?

Chapters: 

(00:01) Daily Protocols and Nervous System Wellness

It’s our season finale! We explore our personal commitment to mental health and self-care, emphasizing the importance of passion and authenticity in our work. We discuss the concept of daily protocols, not as rigid structures but as flexible practices that foster self-compassion and kindness. Highlighting the need for gentle self-talk, we examine the transformative power of reframing our internal dialogue. Additionally, we touch on the significance of tuning into our nervous systems for cues on when to pause and recalibrate, underscoring the value of having supportive relationships to help break negative cycles. 

(13:23) Power of Manifestation and Positive Psychology

We explore the power of manifestation and its tangible effects on overall well-being. Is there science there??  We both share a personal testament to the effectiveness of intentional manifestation, discussing the transition from significant debt to financial ease by affirming beliefs such as deserving to be debt-free and attracting money. We highlight the importance of how we speak to ourselves, drawing parallels to positive psychology principles like growth mindset and the rewiring of neural pathways. The conversation touches on the use of locked notes on phones for journaling manifestations and the excitement of revisiting these manifestations in the future to witness their fruition. We also address potential skepticism and clarify that manifestation aligns with scientific concepts of subconscious priming and affirmations, emphasizing the importance of intention and specificity in our self-dialogue to foster resilience and positive outcomes in our lives.

(21:10) Daily Protocol for Emotional Balance

We talk about the importance of establishing a personal daily protocol to manage energy and emotions effectively. Jodie and Stepanie discuss various techniques like breathwork, gratitude, and sound wave frequencies to help bring the body back to homeostasis and improve gut and emotional health by sharing their own daily protocols. We also consider the significance of movement, nature, and pet interactions as mindfulness practices. Additionally, we touch on psychological concepts like attachment, detachment, acceptance, duality, and identifying personal triggers as a means to understand our shadows and energetic imbalances.

(29:25) Gratitude for Listeners and Healing in Friendship

Jodie and Stephanie reflect on the profound personal growth and mutual support experienced over the past year. We share our gratitude and love for each other, acknowledging the healing work that has not only allowed us to survive but also to thrive. Through this journey, we've pushed each other to surpass our own expectations and have become better individuals for it. We emphasize the importance of finding a supportive community and hope our listeners can find their own source of encouragement and inspiration, just as we have found in each other. 

Resources:

More information on Jodie-Lockey Duesling

More information on Stephanie Dinsmore

Book an appointment with Mindful Path Counselling

Follow us on Instagram

Disclaimer: Please note that while the "Therapists off the Clock" presents discussions on various mental health topics and provides general advice and education, it is not a substitute for professional mental health services or counselling. The information shared by the hosts is based on their professional experiences and personal observations, and it should not be considered as professional mental health advice. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or are considering self-harm, please seek immediate help from a healthcare provider. If you need professional counselling or psychotherapy, we recommend reaching out to a qualified mental health professional in your area. While we hope our podcast provides support and encouragement, it is not intended to replace any therapeutic relationship or specific advice provided by a mental health professional. Your use of this podcast does not establish a counsellor-client relationship with the hosts or any guests. Any action you take upon the information on this podcast is strictly at your own risk, and we will not be liable for any losses and damages in connection with the use of our podcast. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your mental health or a medical condition.

In this episode, we explore the multifaceted landscape of self-discovery and the pivotal role of surrendering and self-acceptance in our lives. We ask the essential question, "Who am I?" beyond the labels and dive into the power of being present in the now, while gently dismantling the hustle culture that often leads to burnout. Discover the liberating joy that comes with embracing life as it unfolds, accepting milestones as they come, and treating ourselves with compassion. We peel back the layers of self-compassion, shedding light on the healing potential of letting go of shame and guilt. We invite you to turn inward, acknowledge your past without judgement, and accept your journey with open arms, stepping into a space of genuine self-discovery and self-acceptance.

Jodie and Stephanie attempt to answer questions like:

Why can surrendering help us move away from hustle culture and multitasking?

Do we truly have control over our life?

Why should we focus on finding connections with like-minded individuals (or chosen family)?

What does healing and nurturing our inner child involve?

Chapters: 

(00:01) Surrendering and Self-Acceptance in Life

We explore the journey of self-discovery and the importance of asking ourselves "Who am I?" beyond our roles and responsibilities. We consider the concept of surrendering as a way to move away from hustle culture and multitasking, examining the role resistance plays in our suffering and how much control we truly have over life's events. We also discuss the power of being present and the joy that can come from accepting our lives as they are, rather than constantly chasing the next milestone. 

(04:59) Embracing Self-Acceptance and Compassion

We highlight the role of self-compassion in recognizing our past behaviours without judgement and understanding that we've done the best we could with the knowledge we had at the time. The conversation shifts to the power of letting go of shame, guilt, and pain through acceptance and surrendering, encapsulated by the phrase (and Jodie’s future tattoo?) "Let it be." 

(09:36) Surrender, Acceptance, and Setting Boundaries

We explore the journey of confronting and overcoming personal trauma. Jodie shares her own struggle with the shame and pain of experiences she didn't choose and how they infiltrated every aspect of her life. We discuss the importance of acknowledging these feelings, the concept of neutrality in accepting that bad things happen, and the power of choice in either resisting or surrendering to our past. 

(12:39) The Importance of Inner Child Work

We discuss the impact of early caregiver relationships, even from the prenatal stage, on our adult behaviours and attachment patterns, such as anxiety and dependency in relationships. We emphasize the importance of various therapeutic modalities like somatic therapy, EMDR, cognitive restructuring, and internal family systems (IFS), highlighting the need for holistic approaches that address both the psychological and the somatic self. The conversation also touches on the importance of self-acceptance, individuation, and honouring our evolving desires and needs, as well as the transformative power of turning inwards to provide self-compassion and to calm internal parts that may be in distress.

(17:00) Healing and Nourishing the Soul

We talk about the importance of acknowledging and understanding the experiences of our inner selves, providing them with the validation and support they might have lacked in the past. We highlight the role of detachment and re-parenting in this healing process, which involves communicating with our subconscious to address and soothe the pain our inner child holds. We also examine the pitfalls of avoidance and how it ultimately fails us, leading to greater issues. The chapter underscores the necessity of confronting discomfort head-on to foster inner growth and well-being.

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Therapeutic modalities mentioned: 

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) 

Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy

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