In this episode, Dr. Holly Batchelder and Dr. Alison Batchelder discuss the complexities of resentment, its impact on relationships, and practical strategies for healing. They explore the nature of resentment, why we hold onto it, and how it can affect our emotional health. The conversation emphasizes the importance of communication, setting boundaries, and practicing self-compassion as key steps in overcoming resentment and reclaiming emotional freedom.

Takeaways

• Communication is key to addressing unmet needs and expectations.
• Setting boundaries can prevent feelings of resentment from building up.
• Self-compassion plays a vital role in managing resentment.
• Resentment often stems from perceived injustices and unmet expectations.

• Practicing gratitude can help shift focus away from resentment.
• Resentment can be protective but ultimately hinders emotional growth.
• Healing from resentment is a gradual process that requires intentional effort.

Chapters

00:08 Introduction and Podcast Background

09:12 The Causes of Resentment

14:58 The Impact of Resentment on Relationships

23:35 Strategies for Managing Resentment

Dr. Alison Batchelder

https://www.alisonbatchelderphd.com/

Dr Holly Batchelder

https://www.youtube.com/@dr.hollybatchelder

https://www.hollyphd.com/

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In this episode of the Twin Minds Unwind podcast, Dr. Holly Batchelder interviews Dr. Tess Kilwein, a board-certified clinical and sport psychologist. They discuss the growing field of sport psychology, the mental health challenges athletes face, and the importance of self-compassion and mindfulness in performance. Dr. Kilwein shares strategies for managing performance anxiety, balancing personal and professional life, and the need for inclusivity in sport psychology.

Guest Bio

Dr. Kilwein (she/they) is a board-certified, licensed clinical and sport psychologist practicing in California, Colorado, Tennessee, Wyoming, and PSYPACT® states. They provide sport psychology, mental health, and performance services for Vanderbilt University’s student-athletes, teams, and staff through a comprehensive and integrated performance enhancement and mental health consultation service. Dr. Kilwein is also the founder of Unapologetic Psychology, a clinical practice that provides assessment, psychotherapy, consultation, training, and sport and mental performance services with a unique focus on elite performing, transgender and gender-expansive, and rural populations. They are a Certified Mental Performance Consultant and a member of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee Mental Health Registry, the Canada Olympic and Paralympic Mental Health Network, and the Major League Baseball Players Association Mental Health and Wellness Network. Dr. Kilwein’s clinical specializations include trauma/PTSD, substance use/addiction, masculinity, sex and relationships, transgender and gender-expansive healthcare, and sport and performance psychology. They are also an elected member of the American Psychological Association’s Committee for Rural Health and active in research and advocacy related to identity-based marginalization and health-compromising behaviors (e.g., substance use, sexual behaviors).

Takeaways

• Sport psychology is a growing field that impacts many.
• Athletes face unique mental health challenges, including performance anxiety.
• Self-compassion is crucial for athletes to perform at their best.
• Mindfulness and visualization are effective strategies for managing anxiety.
• Balancing personal life and performance is a common struggle for athletes.
• Cultural pressures in sports reflect broader societal issues.

• Inclusivity in sport psychology is essential for all athletes.

• Developing mental strength requires active practice and habit-building.

Dr. Tess Kilwein

https://www.tessmkilweinllc.com/

https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticpsychpllc/

Dr Holly Batchelder

https://www.youtube.com/@dr.hollybatchelder

https://www.instagram.com/holly.phd/?hl=en-Disclaimer: This podcast provides general information and discusses mental health and related subjects. The content provided in this episode is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast.

In this episode, Dr. Holly talks with Dr. Pavna Sodhi about the power of trauma-informed psychotherapy tailored for BIPOC communities. They explore key mental health challenges, the deep impact of intergenerational trauma, and the importance of decolonizing therapy practices to foster healing and inclusivity. Dr. Sodhi shares insights on normalizing therapy, creating safe spaces, and the role of community care in mental health. Tune in for thoughtful strategies on resilience, cultural humility, and collective healing.

Keywords: Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy, BIPOC Mental Health, Intergenerational Trauma, Decolonizing Mental Health, Cultural Humility, Systemic Oppression, Community Care, Healing, Resilience, Mental Health Challenges

Chapters00:00 Introduction to Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy02:41 Understanding BIPOC Mental Health Challenges05:21 Intergenerational Trauma and Its Impact08:11 Decolonizing Mental Health Practices11:03 Strategies for Healing and Resilience14:00 The Role of Community in Mental Health16:52 Decolonizing Psychology and Inclusivity19:32 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts

Guest Bio:

Pavna K. Sodhi, EdD (she/her), is a registered psychotherapist, author, speaker, and adjunct professor residing in Ontario, Canada. With over 25 years of psychotherapeutic and research experience, Dr. Sodhi has interacted with a multitude of populations in various clinical, academic, and supervisory spaces. Her professional background and personal narrative offer a unique research perspective regarding culturally responsive trauma-informed work, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour) communities, and immigrant mental health. Her research has been featured in national and international scholarly journals and books. She credits her Punjabi-Sikh upbringing and lived experience for her continued interest in these timely topics. As a productive ally, she takes pride in decentring systemic racism, breaking barriers, and encouraging others to be culturally responsive. Her latest book titled, Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy for BIPOC Communities: Decolonizing Mental Health (Routledge) was launched in June 2024.https://www.routledge.com/Trauma-Informed-Psychotherapy-for-BIPOC-Communities-Decolonizing-Mental-Health/Sodhi/p/book/9781032106854

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https://www.youtube.com/@dr.hollybatchelder-Disclaimer: This podcast provides general information and discusses mental health and related subjects. The content provided in this episode is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast.

Join Holly Batchelder as she interviews registered dietitian Evelina Miropolsky, owner of Posy Nutrition, for a deep dive into intuitive eating, Health at Every Size, and healing your relationship with food. Evelina shares her journey from psychology to nutrition, discusses the challenges clients face navigating diet culture, and reveals how shame and societal pressure impact our relationship with food. Whether you’re curious about intuitive eating, struggling with disordered eating, or want to better understand how to foster a compassionate approach to wellness, this episode is packed with insights and actionable takeaways.Guest BioEvelina Miropolsky, MS, RDN, CD is a registered dietitian and owner of Posy Nutrition LLC based in Seattle, Washington. She practices from non-diet, Intuitive Eating, and Health at Every Size frameworks. She is most passionate about working with her clients to challenge beliefs around nutrition and health that have held them back from discovering freedom, pleasure, and connection to food. A seasoned yoga instructor, Evelina also offers classes virtually and in-person. Her summer happy place is swimming in a lake and her winter happy place is curled up in her reading nook with her cat Frankie, a latte, and a book.EvelinaWebsite: ⁠https://www.posynutrition.com/Holly⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.hollyphd.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠-Disclaimer: This podcast provides general information and discusses mental health and related subjects. The content provided in this episode is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast.

In this conversation, Dr. Suzanne Mungalez, aka Dr Zann, a perinatal mental health expert, shares her insights on the challenges faced by people during the perinatal period, the importance of seeking help, and the impact of personal experiences on professional practice. The discussion highlights the stigma surrounding mental health, the significance of sleep, and the need for community support. Dr. Zann emphasizes the importance of education and advocacy in improving mental health outcomes for new parents, particularly in marginalized communities.

Keywords: 

perinatal mental health, postpartum depression, maternal mental health, doula support, mental health stigma, sleep and mental health, birth trauma, cultural influences, seeking help, community support

takeaways

Perinatal mental health is deeply influenced by personal experiences.

Many women feel isolated during the perinatal period, leading to shame and anxiety.

Seeking help is often stigmatized, especially in certain communities.

Education about mental health can empower individuals to seek support.

Sleep deprivation significantly impacts mental health during the postpartum period.

Community support is essential for new parents to thrive.

Cultural and systemic issues play a significant role in maternal mental health.

Healing should be viewed as a rite of passage, not suffering.

It's important to validate the feelings of those experiencing perinatal challenges.

Advocating for oneself and seeking help is crucial for mental well-being.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Perinatal Mental Health

02:35 The Impact of Personal Experience on Professional Practice

05:38 Addressing Loneliness and Shame in New Parenthood

08:06 Navigating Cultural Expectations and Seeking Help

10:55 The Importance of Sleep in Maternal Mental Health

13:22 Overcoming Barriers to Asking for Help

16:14 Experiencing Fear and Anxiety During Pregnancy

19:03 The Intersection of Mental Health and Systemic Issues

21:39 Healing as a Rite of Passage

24:17 Validating Experiences and Systemic Challenges

27:01 Conclusion and Resources for Support

About Dr Zann

Dr. Suzanne Mungalez, known by her clients as Dr. Zann, is a licensed clinical psychologist in California, a certified perinatal mental health clinician (PMH-C), a childbirth educator, a certified lactation education specialist (CLES), and a trained doula. She is Black, Congolese-American, queer, and a gender-expansive woman (she/they) who is also a mother. Dr. Zann’s diverse personal experiences deeply inform her clinical approach and the way she holds space for her clients.

In her own words, she describes herself as "tender with people, tough on systems, and relentlessly committed to our collective liberation."

Dr Suzanne Mungalez 

Website: ⁠https://www.itsthemamaspace.com/

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/its.themamaspace

Dr Holly Batchelder

⁠www.instagram.com/holly.phd/⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.hollyphd.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Dr Holly Batchelder meets with Dr. Jennifer Chain to discuss caregiving roles and over fixers, drawing from Dr Chain's personal journey and experiences. She explores the patterns of over giving and over functioning, which can lead to burnout, loneliness, and unsatisfying relationships. Dr. Chain explains the drama triangle model and how individuals can identify if they are in the role of over giver or overtaker. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing oneself as the hero of their own story and making conscious decisions to change unhealthy patterns. Dr. Chain also highlights the challenges and potential resistance that may arise when setting boundaries and shifting roles, and the need for support and accountability in the process.

Takeaways

• Recognize oneself as the hero of their own story and make conscious decisions to change unhealthy patterns.
• Be aware of the drama triangle model and identify if one is in the role of over giver or overtaker.
• Setting healthy boundaries and communicating needs may lead to resistance from others, but it is necessary for personal growth.
• Seek support and accountability from trusted individuals during the journey of change.
• Acceptance of one's own limitations and the ability to ask for help are important steps in overcoming the victim mindset.

About our guest

Dr. Jennifer Chain is a Licensed Psychologist and the owner of Thrive for the People, a group mental health practice in Seattle, WA. Her practice specializes in working with helpers, givers and fixers who are ready to focus on their own needs and create nourishing relationships. She was born in China and immigrated to the US with her parents when she was a child. Growing up across cultures with an interracial family and struggling with her own mental health concerns sparked her curiosity about psychology. The word psychology comes from the word psyche and the suffix ology, which means “the study of the soul/life.” She felt called to deeply understand people’s souls and how people overcame challenges, healed their pain, and ultimately transformed through adversity.

Dr Chain's Group Practice

Website: www.thriveforthepeople.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrive_for_the_people/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065561768188

Dr Holly Batchelder

www.instagram.com/holly.phd/

⁠⁠⁠https://www.hollyphd.com/⁠⁠⁠

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Disclaimer: This podcast provides general information and discusses mental health and related subjects. The content provided in this episode is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast.

In this final Twin Minds Unwind Podcast episode, Dr. Holly Batchelder interviews Dr. Emory Strickland, a licensed clinical psychologist at Equilibrium CBT specializing in anxiety disorders and OCD. They discuss the topic of rumination and its impact on mental health. They explore the difference between normal worry and rumination, highlighting the complexity of repetitive negative thinking. They discuss the triggers for rumination and how it can interfere with daily life. Dr. Strickland emphasizes the importance of building awareness and recognizing the unhelpful nature of rumination. They also discuss the role of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) in managing rumination and offer practical tips for overcoming it. The one thing you need to know? Overcoming procrastination is a skill that anyone can learn!00:00 Introduction and Background02:48 Defining Rumination and Its Impact08:19 Recognizing and Monitoring Rumination24:27 Strategies for Managing Rumination33:11 The Normalcy of Rumination and the Potential for ChangeResources: ⁠⁠https://www.equilibriumcbt.com/resourcesFind us on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/twinmindsunwind/⁠⁠⁠Dr. Emory Strickland: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.equilibriumcbt.com/Dr. Holly Batchelder: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.hollyphd.com/⁠⁠⁠-Disclaimer: This podcast provides general information and discusses mental health and related subjects. The content provided in this episode is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast.

Dr. Holly Batchelder provides research-backed strategies to reduce procrastination. She identifies root causes such as fear of failure, perfectionism, lack of motivation, and feeling overwhelmed. Breaking tasks into smaller steps and creating clear milestones are effective strategies. Using a structured schedule, time management techniques like the Pomodoro technique and the two-minute rule, and eliminating distractions are also helpful. Practicing self-compassion and reframing tasks can increase productivity. Setting clear and productive goals, having internal deadlines, and accountability partners are important. Finally, rewarding oneself and reflecting on strategies for continuous improvement are key to overcoming procrastination.

01:29 Strategies for Breaking Tasks into Smaller Steps

02:17 Creating a Structured Schedule and Using Time Management Techniques

03:09 Eliminating Distractions and Practicing Self-Compassion

04:00 Setting Clear Goals and Rewarding Oneself

07:07 Reflection and Adjustment for Continuous Improvement

Resources: ⁠⁠https://www.hollyphd.com/blog/rethinking-laziness-a-call-for-compassion-and-understanding

Find us on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/twinmindsunwind/⁠⁠⁠

Dr. Holly: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.hollyphd.com/⁠⁠⁠

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Disclaimer: This podcast provides general information and discusses mental health and related subjects. The content provided in this episode is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast.

In this episode, Dr. Holly interviews Jigna Patel, a mindful divorce coach, about the process of divorce and how to navigate it. Jigna shares her personal experience with divorce and how it inspired her to become a divorce coach. They discuss common misconceptions about divorce, the importance of having a divorce team, and the role of mindfulness in the process. Jigna provides advice for those contemplating divorce and offers tips for co-parenting effectively.

Resources: ⁠⁠https://www.mindfuldivorce.coach/

Find us on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/twinmindsunwind/⁠⁠⁠

https://www.instagram.com/mindfuldivorcecoach/

Jigna Patel website: https://www.mindfuldivorce.coach/link-in-bio

Dr. Holly: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.hollyphd.com/⁠⁠⁠

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Disclaimer: This podcast provides general information and discusses mental health and related subjects. The content provided in this episode is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast.

Join Dr. Holly Batchelder on Twin Minds Unwind as she sits down with Suzie Driscoll, MOT, OTR/L, a pediatric occupational therapist and mother, who shares her gripping journey of motherhood intertwined with personal and global crises. This episode delves into Suzie's transition into a challenging career path while balancing the demands of new motherhood during the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen as she recounts the profound impact of her brother-in-law’s tragic death during her postpartum period, exploring the themes of trauma, safety, and the healing power of community and storytelling. Through vulnerability and empathy, Suzie illuminates the complex interplay between personal grief and professional passion, highlighting the essential role of support systems in navigating life’s toughest challenges.

Resources: ⁠⁠https://www.tinyandmightytherapy.com/

Find us on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/twinmindsunwind/⁠⁠⁠

Suzie Driscoll: https://linktr.ee/tinyandmighty_ot

Dr. Holly: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.hollyphd.com/⁠⁠⁠

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Disclaimer: This podcast provides general information and discusses mental health and related subjects. The content provided in this episode is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast.