Notes on Resilience

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder how addiction impacts the workplace and what companies are doing to address it?  In the fourth episode of our series on wellness at work, Benjamin Dobbs, the founder of True Addiction and Behavioral Health, discusses how addiction often goes unnoticed until significant behavioral changes occur, and the proactive measures companies are taking, such as increased mental h...

Send us Fan Mail Can emotional resilience revolutionize leadership and the workplace? In the third episode of our series on wellness at work, Kamini Wood discusses the profound impact of emotional intelligence on organizational success--how recognizing and managing emotions can transform leadership and the importance of staying regulated as a leader to create a supportive and productive environmen...

Send us Fan Mail We often overlook the signs of burnout. Discover a roadmap to maintaining balance in our professional lives, which is essential for a thriving work environment. In the second episode in our series on wellness at work, Kyla Cofer helps us unravel the nuanced stages of burnout that can undermine productivity and morale. We discussed the instrumental role leaders play in recognizing...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine stepping into an office that hums with the vibrancy of a well-tuned symphony, each note representing the mental wellness of its employees. That's a reality that can be achieved through fostering inclusivity and encouraging curiosity. In this episode, the first in our new series on Wellness at work: Nurturing Resilience, we talk with Amie Barsky about how the workplace...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever marveled at the resilience of those who tirelessly advocate for others, even amidst their own personal adversities? In this final episode in our series, Advocating for Resilience, Maryann McEvoy offers an unfiltered glimpse into promoting change while navigating the complexities of government systems. We discussed her own personal trauma,  the profound impacts of emp...

Send us Fan Mail When your world crumbles, how do you find the strength to rebuild? In this new episode in our series, Advocating for Resilience, Reggie Reed shares a narrative of personal loss and the effort to transform grief into advocacy. He tells us about how he confronted the murder of his mother and the indictment of his father to become a beacon for others wrestling with feeling voiceless....

Send us Fan Mail What is the role of community and advocacy in the journey toward healing? In the fourth episode of the series, Advocating for Resilience: Empowering Mental Wellness, we talk with Sarri Singer, a terrorism survivor and founder of Strength to Strength. Her own experience—feeling isolated upon returning from her attack while abroad—was the catalyst for her commitment to change, and h...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever considered the true essence of being an advocate or the resilience required to champion change? In the third episode in the series, Advocating for Resilience: Empowering Mental Wellness, we talk with social worker and advocate Whitney Marris about the vital role of advocacy in fostering mental wellness and community strength. Together, we take a close look at the cha...

Send us Fan Mail Sometimes, a single voice can ignite a movement. In the second in the series, Advocating for Resilience: Empowering Mental Wellness, we talk with Bobby Temps, whose petition for mental health education changed the landscape for England and Wales. Join us as we discuss the intersection of personal passion and advocacy, revealing how individual experiences can lead to transformative...

Send us Fan Mail In the first of our new series, Advocating for Resilience: Empowering Mental Wellness, we talk with Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley to explore the transformative power of advocacy and uncover the roots of resilience that have shaped her remarkable journey. Ayanna's narrative is a testament to the strength that emerges when one feels truly seen. Our conversation explores the joy...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the transformative power of resilience as we take you into the depths of personal growth and unearth the tools and strategies essential for navigating life's hurdles with grace and tenacity. Shalini Bahl, researcher, mindfulness-based stress reduction coach, and speaker, shares insights on the significance of rest and reflection in building a resilient spirit.  Mindf...

Send us Fan Mail How do the ripple effects of historical trauma reverberate through time and impact communities today with the same intensity as they did generations ago? We sit down with Ingrid Cockhren to discuss how the pain of the past shapes our present and impedes our collective future, including policy making and scientific racism, and we highlight the importance of equity-focused solutions...

Send us Fan Mail When was the last time you considered the true cost of unresolved trauma in your workplace? Welcome to episode five in our series Unveiling Trauma's Impact: Navigating the Hidden Costs. In this episode, we uncover the hidden costs of unaddressed trauma in the workplace. With Allessandria Polizzi, we peel back the layers on the toll that trauma inflicts on businesses and emplo...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to episode four in our series Unveiling Trauma's Impact: Navigating the Hidden Costs. In this episode, we uncover the hidden costs of unaddressed trauma in the education system. With Ingrid Cockhren, the visionary CEO of PACEs Connection, we discuss the hidden costs that reach far beyond financial burdens, shedding light on the loss of human potential and the conseque...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to episode three in our series Unveiling Trauma's Impact: Navigating the Hidden Costs. In this episode, we uncover the hidden costs of unaddressed trauma in the justice system. Have you ever stopped to consider the remarkable potential hidden within individuals entangled in the justice system? Today, with the guidance of David Dawdy and Travis Atkinson from TBD Soluti...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to episode two in our series Unveiling Trauma's Impact: Navigating the Hidden Costs. In this episode, we uncover the hidden costs of unaddressed trauma in the healthcare system. Sheila Phicil, a social innovator and equity architect, joins us to discuss how our backgrounds and traumas influence the care we receive, the personal and collective journey of healing, and h...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the first episode in our series: Unveiling Trauma's Impact: Navigating the Hidden Costs., uncovering the hidden costs of unaddressed trauma and delving into its far-reaching effects. In our first episode, Ted Miller, a distinguished senior research scientist, unravels the extensive and often hidden economic and emotional toll of trauma. We examine the staggering $1...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the last of the 5-episode series Resilient Hearts: Navigating Emotions After Tragedy, delving into the intricate paths of those who have experienced life-altering challenges. In this episode, we explore anxiety. With Dr. Kevin Becker, a clinical psychologist with vast experience in trauma, we examine how our bodies and minds can be ensnared by anxiety long after the dan...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to episode 4 of the 5-episode series Resilient Hearts: Navigating Emotions After Tragedy, delving into the intricate paths of those who have experienced life-altering challenges. In this episode, we explore anger. Anger often follows tragedy. Suzette Bravo, a transformational coach, helps us unravel the layers of anger and sheds light on the dangers of dismissing this pote...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to episode 3 of the 5-episode series Resilient Hearts: Navigating Emotions After Tragedy, delving into the intricate paths of those who have experienced life-altering challenges. In this episode, we explore shame. Healing from shame and embracing resilience isn't a journey to rush; it's a path to walk with gentle strides, as guest Wen Peetes, an intuitive healing...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to episode 2 of the 5-episode series Resilient Hearts: Navigating Emotions After Tragedy, delving into the intricate paths of those who have experienced life-altering challenges. In this episode, we explore the layers of grief. In my conversation with Dr. Dan Franz, we navigate through the tumultuous journey of loss and the silence that often surrounds sorrow. We tackle th...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to episode 1 of the 5-episode series Resilient Hearts: Navigating Emotions After Tragedy, delving into the intricate paths of those who have experienced life-altering challenges. In this episode, we explore the complexities of guilt. When the smoke cleared after the Boston Marathon bombing, therapist Amy O'Neill experienced a maze of emotions as a survivor. We discuss...

Send us Fan Mail With guest Michelle Steffes, we explore the art of resilience and pull back the curtain on how our brains can be sculpted by our experiences, to either hinder or help our ability to recover from life's setbacks. With Michelle's expertise in neuroscience and neuroplasticity, we dispel misconceptions and look into how daily habits and routines can fortify our mental muscle...

Send us Fan Mail Ever fantasized about having a superpower? As we wrap up an incredible year of conversations on the podcast, we've collected some of the imaginative and insightful superpowers our guests conjured up. These reflections underscore our shared journey towards work-life balance, transparent communication, and the freedom to be our authentic selves. I close the 2023 chapter of Note...

Send us Fan Mail Sometimes, standing in the longest supermarket line can be a conscious choice for growth, not just a test of our patience. That's just one gem from my conversation with Joanne Green, author of By Accident: A Memoir of Letting Go, and the voice behind the "In this Story" podcast. We discuss trauma, post-traumatic stress, and the shaping of resilience. Joanne lays bar...