Embracing You

Do you struggle with setting boundaries? Have no fear! In this episode, Eric chats with clinical psychologist, author, and speaker, Dr. Rebecca Ray about boundaries. We take the time to define what a boundary is, how to set boundaries with ourselves and others, and how boundaries can actually be viewed as something positive and beneficial. Dr. Rebecca Ray encourages listeners to re-evaluate the wa...

In this episode of "Embracing You," I talk with psychotherapist, Natalie Rose, about navigating food around the holidays. In this episode, we talk about how the holidays can be a challenging time of year for those who struggle with eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image. Natalie shares some tools to better navigate those more challenging moments around the dinner table and even after...

Do you have a hard time taking the time to pause to check in with yourself and meet your own needs? In this episode of "Embracing You," I talk about the power of pausing, what it has looked like for me recently, and the effects it has on our ability to meet our own needs. I also discuss how pausing will allow you to notice and honor what these needs are and empower you to meet them on your own.   ...

Do you have a hard time offering yourself the love you give others? Why is it so challenging? In this episode of "Embracing You," I talk about the concept of self-compassion and share my recent journey with it. I talk about what might get in the way of offering ourselves self-compassion, what we can do to create space to practice self-compassion, and how this practice can help us discover the true...

Expectations. They’re everywhere, but are the expectations we have for ourselves really OUR expectations? In this episode of "Embracing You," your host, Eric Pothen, talks with Leadership and Change Management Coach and Consultant (and a friend of mine), JC Lippold, about expectations. In this episode, we take the time to talk about the prevalence of expectations in our daily lives, how to differe...

In this track, you will find the guided somatics exercise referenced in Episode 9 of the Embracing You podcast. It is a fantastic introduction to the somatics practice. Our guest, Stephanie Somatics, guides us through a beautiful exercise that helps us turn within, notice, and honor what we are feeling on the inside. And send it a little love. Please give a listen if you are looking to reconnect w...

In this episode of "Embracing You," Eric talks with body-focused mental health practitioner, Stephanie Somatics, about connecting body and mind through the use of somatics. In this episode, Eric and Stephanie take the time to talk about the disconnect that exists between body and mind, what the practice of somatics can do to help strengthen the relationship between body and mind, and why it is imp...

In this episode of "Embracing You," I talk about the concept of authenticity. I take the time to define authenticity and talk about how I’ve tried to live an authentic life being unapologetically myself over the past two years. I also guide you through a simple exercise to help you reflect on how you’re living an authentic life and how living an authentic life will help you embrace yourself.  Foll...

In this episode of "Embracing You," I talk with Binge Eating Recovery & Body Image Coach, Stefanie Michele, about body image. In this episode, we take the time to define body image, discuss the splitting of mind and body that happens when we struggle with body image, and talk about how we can start the journey to embracing our bodies a little more. We also learn about the concept of “spamming” and...

In this episode of "Embracing You," your host, Eric Pothen talks with clairvoyant medium, Tyler Henry, about the importance of trusting your intuition. In this episode, we take the time to define intuition, discuss how to recognize your intuition, and talk about the benefits of trusting our intuition. We also learn about the role of intuition in Tyler’s professional and everyday life.  About Tyler...

Episode 5: Self-Awareness In this episode of "Embracing You," your host, Eric Pothen talks about self-awareness. Eric talks about how being self-aware requires you to pause more in the moment and to be able to name what is coming up within. This episode will help you develop the skills to become more self-aware and what you can do with this self-awareness to help you grow and be there more for oth...

Episode 4: My Eating Disorder Story In this episode of "Embracing You," your host, Eric Pothen talks about his history of living with his eating disorder through the lens of vulnerability and surrendering. Eric brings you throughout his journey of living with an eating disorder and what was going on inside. He also talks about his recovery journey and how his company, Embrace Wear came to be.  Che...

Episode 3: Surrendering In this episode of "Embracing You," your host, Eric Pothen talks about the practice of surrendering. This episode introduces the concept of surrendering, how surrendering opens us up to the present moment, and how surrendering helps transform us as individuals.  Please rate, review, and follow this podcast on whichever platform you listen to.  Follow Eric on Instagram for m...

Episode 2: Vulnerability In this episode of "Embracing You," your host, Eric Pothen talks about the practice of vulnerability. This episode introduces the concept of vulnerability, what it means to be vulnerable, and how to overcome obstacles that get in the way of us being vulnerable with others.  Please rate, review, and follow this podcast on whichever platform you listen to.  Follow Eric on In...

Episode 1: Preparing for the Journey In this episode of "Embracing You," your host, Eric Pothen introduces himself and talks about his inspiration behind starting this podcast. This episode will guide you on how to prepare yourself for your own unique journey within- a journey that will help you discover and embrace the innate love you have for yourself.  Please rate, review, and follow this podca...