All Things Life with Niro Feliciano

You might not be frozen yet, but what a great reminder for 2020! Yes, stress has not been canceled in 2020, but there are things you can do about it.  Join my colleague Dr. Lisa Fraidin and I as we talk about how stress looks a little different this holiday and what you can do to still have a happy one.

Continuing our advent series and today I talk about the "suddenlys" in life and how God turned an ordinary moment into an extraordinary one and can do the same today if we are ready and willing. 

How do you do the thing God has called you to do when it means great risk, potential loss and even stigma?  What if it’s not even natural and out of your comfort zone? We can learn a lot about what it takes from Joseph the chosen father of Jesus.  Check out Part 1 Something About Mary if you missed it, too!

This is the first episode of a 4 week Advent series.  The Christmas Story was not exactly what we think of it now- calm, serene and full of light.  In fact uncertainty, unmet expectations and fear were central to this epic tale of the birth of our Savior.  I can't imagine a more relevant story for 2020.  These characters could not be more meaningful today as we face many of the same emotions...

Gratitude may be a little harder this Thanksgiving, but it IS still possible.  I’m talking about how this simple practice has incredible power to change your life physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. In this episode you will learn why it’s important not only for you but for your entire family and how to practice it in simple and effective ways.  

Often we find ourselves in a season of waiting, but it's good to remember that God has the ability to do anything in a moment.  In this episode, I share some exciting news and a moment where I have witnessed this happen.  If you are looking for hope right now this is the episode for you. 

 Are you spiritual or religious and what is the difference really? Today journalist and host of the show We Gotta Talk Sonni Abatta joins me to share her journey with exploring her spirituality looking for answers to questions many of us are having these days.  We talk about the bible, church, mediums and astrology and what it all really means in light of 2020.   

So we have a president and now where do we go from here? Our nation and especially our churches have experienced incredible division and things we can’t unsee. Today my good friend Amy Julia Becker joins me to talk about why this election was especially divisive and how we can take steps to heal.  

Covid is in our schools now and you might be asking the same questions I am these days.  Author of Parenting in a Pandemic- How to Help Your Family Through Covid-19 Dr. Kelly Fradin  joins me to answer all of your tough questions- should my kids play winter sports, how do I get my teen to social distance and much more!  Learn more and buy Dr. Fradin’s book:  www.adviceigivemyfriends.com

 Not talking about weight loss or intermittent fasting—this is fasting for a spiritual breakthrough.  Especially when I am not drinking in the midst of a pandemic, I get questions (and crazy looks) on what in the world is going on!!  On this episode, my dear friend Sonia Thomas breaks down why we should fast and the amazing things that can happen in our faith life when we do.   

 Once again my friend and colleague therapist Carrie Amos joins me to talk about friendships in this season of division.  Whether its politics or pandemic we have all seen different sides of people leaving us with the question "Can we still be friends?"  Two therapists are sometimes better than one and we discuss all of this today.  This audio is taken from a Live- for the video go to my...

 Everyone has battles, but we aren't called to fight them all. God has given us pretty clear direction on what we can do when we are weary, anxious and overwhelmed, yet in the midst of a battle.  And the good news is we can all do this one! 

Ask me Anything . . . Answering the rest of your questions today! Talking about how to have the awkward conversations about holidays, setting boundaries, how to not get depressed and how to stay organized.  Great questions!!!

 What is my purpose and how do I find it?  This is a question I get asked alot in session and one that I have struggled with myself at times. Especially if you are a person of faith, here are my thoughts on how to figure this out. 

Been getting so many questions lately that I wanted to answer some of them on this podcast.  Loved hearing from you and talking through these issues.  Today I talk about what to do about holidays during COVID, Ideas to stay off your phone and use your time in a meaningful way, friendships across political views, and parents that are emotionally unavailable.  Send me more questions for next week- P...

You may be feeling peace is hard to find these days.  My friend Becca Mowery shares how she has found peace during these tumultuous times.  I have always admired Becca's faith and relationship with God and in this episode she offers practical and insightful ways we can find peace even during these divided times. 

We often come to a point in life where we ask the question “Is there more for me?”  The life you want starts with a choice and my guest vascular surgeon Dr. Brittny Howell has made several big ones recently.  She shares her wisdom on how to trust yourself and what you know to create a life you love.   Learn more about Dr. Brittny: https://www.doctorbrittny.com

Hard to envision what comes next sometimes.. Anna Llanos is the owner and creator of The Mothership Bakery.  She is also a cancer survivor 10 years out and thriving.  Today on the podcast she shares her story and spiritual journey that I know will encourage and inspire anyone going through anything right now! Please include this link:  https://www.mothershipbakeryandcafe.com/

October is breast cancer awareness month and my dear friend, wife, mom of 3 and cancer survivor Denise Schimenti joins me to tell her story.  Denise's perspective, resilience and wisdom have inspired me throughout her journey and she has much to share that we all need to hear right now. 

What does it mean to say "Yes" to God and what can we expect when we do?  My friend and pastor Brian Mowrey joins me to talk about his new book that will break this all down for us.  He also shares some powerful stories that left me literally speechless- and that's hard to do these days! Learn more about Brian and "On the Other Side of Yes" at brianmowrey.com Buy the book...

Whether your child is virtual, hybrid or in person, there will be challenges.  Child and adolescent specialist Jackie Crnic, LCSW joins me to talk about how best to support your kids through this transitional learning year while preserving your mental health and theirs! Resources: www.additudemag.com https://childmind.org

 It's a big one and creating more conflict and division than any other that I can recall in my lifetime and for many it's getting personal.  I've often been asked how do we handle our relationships that are changing and even ending because of our political perspectives?  Tune in as I talk about a couple things to keep in mind to navigate these next few months while preserving your m...

 From the beginning, I've been saying to limit your media intake for your mental health.  But what if that isn't an option?  My friend and news anchor Vanessa Freeman joins me to talk about her experiences reporting during this challenging time, her perspective as an African American woman, and what she does to stay well amidst so much news!!  

Life is messy.  If there is anything that we are sure of in 2020, it is this.  Things don’t go as planned, heck we can’t even plan.  But what if getting messy, getting dirty are the beginnings of something bigger?  Something greater, even if we can’t see it.  Perhaps all we need is a little perspective shift...

Talking with my dear friend and author Amy Julia Becker on affluence and anxiety as well as other types of privilege. This is an episode from Amy Julia's podcast Love is Stronger Than Fear where we talk about the complexities of privilege, race and identity and the achievement oriented culture of affluence that impacts our culture today.