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Today, we talk to Melissa Deally, a health coach and integrative mind/body health practitioner. Melissa shares her journey of becoming a health coach and how she came to focus on personalized wellness packages that help rebalance the physical, mental, and emotional body by tapping into the power of the unconscious mind.

Her work has been impactful in the wellness industry, and she shares her insights and knowledge throughout our discussion. Melissa also hosts the podcast "Don't Wait for Your Wakeup Call!" where she delves deeper into the world of integrative health and wellness.

If youre looking for a holistic way to improve your health, Melissa provides valuable advice and shares her perspective on the connections with gut health and mental health. Also, she sheds light on the importance and benefits of detoxing, along with the 21 Day Liver Detox that she offers in her practice.

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Our guest today is Sophie Mallari, a Therapist at Citron Hennessey trained to counsel through a multicultural and holistic perspective that encompasses ones biological, psychological, sociological, and spiritual needs.

Her areas of specialization include grief & loss, depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, and conflict resolution. Sophie also discusses the nuances of being a 2nd-generation Asian American.

In this episode, Sophie shares her insights and experiences about mental health and the impact of the pandemic, provides tips for selecting a therapist and discusses how employers can support their employees' mental health.

You will also learn about five coping skills for people who experience loss. And, for people who may be searching for a therapist, Sophie shares the top four things to look for when making a selection.

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Today, Brian talks with Kristan Weisdack, founder and CEO of BehaviorWorx of Southwestern Pennsylvania, who has worked for over 17 years in the mental health field, specializing in autism and behavior intervention.

Her company focuses on providing a holistic approach to behavior intervention, shifting the practice of mental health professionals, teachers, and parents to address the root cause of a client's behavior. We discuss the effects of the pandemic on her practice and the mental health industry, her holistic approach to behavior intervention, and her advice for individuals caring for loved ones with autism or ADHD.

Kristan also has a great approach to behavior intervention and the training her team provides to help reduce "meltdowns" in those with autism.

If you're interested in learning more about her work, you can find her on LinkedIn or her YouTube channel, Beyond Behavior.

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Today, Brian interviews Dr. Kimani Norrington-Sands, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience providing mental health and consultation services. Dr. Kimani is also the founder of Lifting As We Climb Consulting, where she offers strength-based, culturally grounded, and trauma-informed trainings and consultations focused on emotional wellness.

Dr. Kimani shares her personal story of leaving her job during the pandemic and discusses the grief that often accompanies job transitions, as well as toxic work environments. As someone who has worked extensively in the mental health field, she also offers insights into how individuals can prioritize their mental health during times of change and uncertainty.

In addition to her work as a licensed clinical psychologist, Dr. Kimani is also the author of Butterfly Landing, a book that explores themes of resilience, self-care, and personal growth. Her expertise includes areas such as health awareness, cultural context and trauma, psychological first aid, crisis response, suicide prevention and intervention, threat response and management, and staff wellness.

If you're interested in learning more about how to support emotional wellness in your personal or professional life, this episode is a must-listen.

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In this episode of Why I Left, host Brian Aquart interviews Gillian Tietz, Founder of Sober Powered Media and Host of the Sober Powered Podcast, a top 50 mental health podcast.

This episode begins our May Mental Health Awareness Month Series.

We talk openly and honestly about her personal journey with addiction and how she left her successful career as a biochemist to start her own podcast network. After struggling with alcohol addiction for years, Gillian talks about how the pandemic affected her life and work, including her decision to leave her job.

She also offers advice for those struggling with alcohol usage and encourages people to amplify the message about resources available during Mental Health Awareness Month.

You will learn about why alcohol usage and mental health are closely linked and hear Gillian's insights on how science, psychology, and compassion can be used to help people understand why they struggle to moderate or quit drinking, and how to develop the coping skills they need to stay sober.

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On this episode of Why I Left, host Brian Aquart interviews Dennis Geelen, the founder of Zero In and author of The Accidental Solopreneur, a parable about the journey from burnout in the corporate world to success as a solopreneur.

Dennis offers insights and advice for anyone looking to make a career change. He also shares his experiences starting his own business and becoming an author, including the surprising things he discovered along the way.

Listeners will hear about Dennis' latest book, The Accidental Solopreneur, which offers a step-by-step guide to starting a successful business as a solopreneur. He explains the process he used to create the book and shares common misconceptions about solopreneurship.

If you're interested in becoming a solopreneur, Dennis offers six steps to help you get started, and if you're looking to mitigate burnout in your current job, he has some great advice for that too.

Don't miss this insightful episode of Why I Left with Dennis Geelen. Listen now to learn more about his inspiring journey and how you can apply his lessons to your own life.

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When the Pandemic struck, Luke Chirayil, a self-taught programmer from Chicago, fearlessly pursued his passion for technology and marketing by pivoting from a corporate job to his own business, battling the fear of failure and the pull of comfort for a chance to follow his dreams.

Luke Chirayil is an entrepreneur who dropped out of school and launched his own digital marketing company, Ndm Analytics, prior to the pandemic and eventually founded UP Collective, a company focused on making automation simple. He has since leveraged the pandemic to help businesses transform digitally and stay afloat.

Luke Chirayil grew up surrounded by technology and computers and had been programming since he was thirteen. But when he graduated high school, he found himself afraid to turn his passion into a career. Taking a chance, he eventually found success in his own marketing company, Ndm Analytics. Despite the difficulties, Luke persevered through the pandemic and adapted to the fear of taking risks, finding a way to balance his day job with his business and becoming successful in the process.

With the help of his family and the newfound sense of confidence, Luke was able to take the risk and turn his dream into a reality.

In this episode, you will learn the following:

1. How did the pandemic shape Luke Chirayil's career journey?

2. What challenges does the corporate world pose to pursuing a passion as a career?

3. How did Luke Chirayil pivot his marketing company during the pandemic to help small businesses?

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Tracy Brower, PhD, visits Why I Left to discuss work life fulfillment and happiness. She is a sociologist and author of "The Secrets to Happiness At Work," and "Bring Work to Life by Bringing Life to Work." Shes also a contributor for Forbes.com and Fast Company.

Given the movement in the job market, clearly people are looking for something different. So, I invited Tracy to join the show and share tips on how people can leverage happiness in their current or future work environment.

When shes not writing, Tracy is the Vice President of Workplace Insights for Steelcase, an organization leading the way in designing spaces to help people work, learn and heal.

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03:00 How work and community connections are everywhere.

06:00 The inspiration behind Bring Work To Life.

09:00 Important questions on creating great work experiences.

15:00 How work expresses our talents and capabilities.

18:00 The Great Resignations impact on workplace happiness.

21:00 How the Secrets to Happiness At Work creates autonomy for people to choose the right working conditions.

27:00 How people get a sense of belonging?

33:00 Closing thoughts and resources

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Prof. Anthony Klotz debuts Season 2 of Why I Left. His research on resignations lead to predicting a major pandemic-related labor shift resulting in the Great Resignation in May 2021.

He is fascinated by the causes and effects of how and why people resign, and his work has been featured in Harvard Business Review, MIT Sloan Management Review and The Wall Street Journal.

His theory has continually been supported by record numbers of resignations in the US and globally. Its an honor to have him on the show, as his work is clearly an inspiration for our discussions.

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03:00 Anthonys path to specializing in organizational behavior.

12:00 What is Terror Management Theory?

15:00 How uncertainty in his students led Anthony to provide an explanation.

18:00 The questions millions asked themselves during Covid.

21:00 Anthony shares how remote work was a culture shock for most.

24:00 The origins of making the prediction of a lifetime.

27:00 How are resignations now different than in the past?

30:06 Joining the Great Resignation after predicting it.

33:00 Anthony reflects on this moment and its personal impact.

39:00 Planning how to resign effectively.

42:00 How employers can manage exits better.

48:00 Be careful forcing people back into the office.

51:00 Closing thoughts and resources.

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Are you ready to explore the Great Resignation and hear from those who left their jobs during the pandemic?

Join host Brian Aquart for Why I Left, a weekly podcast that chronicles real stories from real people about why they left their jobs, and what has happened since. In season 2, I'm taking a deep dive into Mental Health and how it played a role in people's decisions and its impact on the workplace overall.

With honest, informative, and entertaining discussions, Why I Left offers insights into the lessons learned from this mass exodus from the workforce. Discover the challenges people faced, the triumphs they achieved, and the invaluable advice they have to share.

Whether you're a job seeker, a curious listener, or just looking for a refreshing take on the pandemic's impact on the workforce, Why I Left is the podcast for you. Tune in to season 2 starting April 4, 2023, and be a part of the conversation on the Great Resignation and Mental Health.

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