Let's Talk About It with Lori Streator

Masumi Goldman is the author of 'Rise and Thrive - A Guide for Transforming Your Mood, Cultivating Inspiration and Living Vibrantly with Chronic Illness.' Going from daily yoga & handstands to not even being able to push herself out of bed, Masumi so gracefully explains the range of emotions & struggles she's experienced over the past several years. She shares the long road of frustration while be...

Don't just set goals to set goals. Make sure you're setting goals that you're emotionally invested in and WANT to focus on every day. I'm sharing 2 hacks that'll help you do just that - I want you to utilize these tips so you can set goals in such a way that you can see more progress!   Tag me on your Instagram stories! @LoriStreator

Do you tend to fuel the mood you're in or make a conscious decision to change your state? Here are 3 tips to shift your emotions if you're frustrated with your mood!  

Maybe there's something going on in your life or maybe you've been experiencing a pattern of seasonal depression for the past few years. This episode will break down some basics of "Seasonal Affective Disorder" and explain if it's a "real" diagnosis.

Instead of beating yourself up as you try to make decisions that lead you closer to your goals, ask yourself questions that will empower you! Hold yourself accountable while feeling good about what you're doing is so important no matter what your goal is...

So many people are hesitant to take the first step and ask for help because they're afraid of the unknown... what will the office be like? What will the therapist think of my issues? What does the first session look like??? Today I'm giving you an idea of some general things that occur - from making the initial appointment to sitting down with me! I hope that this information helps you feel at eas...

Your thinking, positive or negative, ripples into ALL areas of your life. How your mind thinks about one thing determines how we tend to think about other things; so being really cognizant of our thoughts can make a HUGE impact!  

Our Mental Health is just as important as our Physical Health...but how do you define it in your life? What are you doing to protect your mental health or improve it?   Keep an ear out as we talk about: Why Mental Health is important to understand for EVERYONE What it is What are some things in life that can affect our mental health + more!   Don't forget to take a pic listening to this episode an...

We're not born believing we're not good enough. These are stories that are given to us by family, experiences and life over a specific amount of time. To think that you HAVE to continue living whatever story you've been telling yourself is not the truth. It CAN change. And with a little understanding and a lot of work, you can rewrite your story and get out of the crashing plane!

Warning: This episode contains conversations about sexual abuse, trauma, suicide and eating disorders. Please listen with caution if this is something that may trigger you.   Joy Daehn bravely hit publish on a blog post in 2017, which started the process of healing for her. The courage to face her traumatic past has led her to share her story & build a supportive community on Instagram... and toda...

Hypnosis is often showed in an "entertaining" light but when used therapeutically it's incredibly effective for anxiety, confidence, public speaking, fears, and a whole host of things!   Today we're talking about what Hypnotherapy is and what happens to your brain during Hypnosis!   Don't forget to snap a pic while listening to this episode and tag me on IG so I can share it in my stories!   If yo...

Because we have pretty much EVERYTHING at our fingertips, we struggle with being patient when it comes to results. Today is all about not getting frustrated when you don't see immediate results - too often we quit because we feel defeated, and that has to end!   Don't forget to tag me in a pic listening to this episode so I can share it on my IG stories! @LoriStreator

In her very first interview about mental health and her experience being psychiatrically hospitalized, Crystal Friedman shares her perspective on mental health & the healing process.   Crystal discusses the breaking point that lead her to feeling so disconnected from herself, what she learned while hospitalized and how she struggled to adjust once discharged. She now uses her art as a way to commu...

Don't just assess your life at the beginning of the year! Today's episode breaks down WHY you need to be assessing your life on a regular basis and HOW I do that with my clients.   You need to know where you're beginning and where you want to go... but in the middle, you need to be able to see how things are going, hold yourself accountable and make the changes necessary so that you can reach thos...

We can't always guarantee that everything will go in our favor. But we CAN set ourselves up for success and build habits into our day that help set the tone and ensure our minds are in the best place possible to handle whatever comes our way!   Make sure to say hi on Instagram @LoriStreator

While judging other people is an innate human characteristic, that keeps us safe, it can cause low self esteem, resentment and intense frustration if we don't learn to deal with it.   Learning how to identify when we're judging someone else and refocusing that energy onto ourselves is an important part of our well being...    Snap a picture listening to this episode and tag me on Instagram @LoriSt...

So many people are treating their goals like a part time job but expecting full time results.  When we don't put in the work, we tend to get frustrated because the "paycheck" is less than what we were hoping for. It's time to hold yourself accountable for the work you are or aren't putting in so that you can achieve the results you're after!   Find me on Instagram @LoriStreator and let me know how...

After multiple doctor visits, support from his wife and intensive therapy, Christian Newman was able to heal from Health Anxiety. Today he is sharing his experience with anxiety, practical tips he's used along the way and how he's helping others to overcome their own struggles. Tune in to hear how Christian used therapy, yoga, nutrition and other lifestyle changes to overcome his anxious thoughts!...

Grab a pen & paper because you'll want to take notes! I recently sat down with Caitlin de la Cruz, a good friend of mine & fellow therapist. We talked all about Self Esteem and how to practice it in life. In this conversation, Caitlin breaks down the definition of esteem and explains how to be realistic, appreciative and flexible with yourself.   Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to leave a 5-sta...

Oftentimes, anticipation and anxiety can feel the same. We get light headed, weak in the knees and our mind races. But there are times when your anxiety is not anxiety, and it's simply "excitement" within your body. In order to help you understand what's happening, in today's episode we're breaking down some basic differences between anticipation, anxiety attacks and panic attacks. I want to help...

Taking 100% responsibility for your life does NOT mean you are 100% at "fault" for everything that's happened. But you are in control of how you respond! In this episode, we're talking about taking responsibility for yourself in your life and how it can be a game-changer for your future.   Let's Talk About: The difference between fault and responsibility Are you making excuses or taking responsibi...

The people closest to us mean the most to us, so why is it that sometimes they create the most friction and resistance when it comes to you setting a goal or doing something new?   IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT: The 2 things that happen with the people closest to us when we set goals What to do if your significant other or friends aren't supportive How to let them off the hook if they can't give y...

As much as we focus on what we WANT to do this year, there's probably some bad habits or negative thinking patterns that would be great to leave behind in 2018. Today we're talking about 5 things that you can shift your thinking about this year and STOP doing so that you can move forward and live your healthiest, happiest life yet!   Things to think about: Am I using time as an excuse? Do I apolog...

With so many people setting goals for the year OR getting frustrated with the whole goal-setting process, I figured we needed to tackle the step that is often missed... intention.   Questions to pay attention to: How do you want to feel if you were to reach that goal? What do you want to be guiding the way for you this year? What feeling do you want to filter your decisions through?   Share you in...

Getting in some quick and simple inspiration before the end of the year... today we're talking about living a Hell Yes Life and paying attention to any decisions you have to make.    Is it a hell yes, or is it a hell no?   Follow me on social media: @LoriStreator on Instagram and Facebook