AnnMichael Siewert

Life, Leisure, and the Pursuit of Happiness

Education EN ↓ 7 episodes

Join us as we dive into the literature and real world application of recreational therapy! We'll cover topics related to recreation and leisure, health and wellness, evidence-based practice and research, whole-patient care, life tidbits and so much more!

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AnnMichael Siewert

Episodes

Patient Interview: Beyond Surviving - Recreational Therapy in Action 04.03.2026 26:14

Join this exclusive interview with a very special Therapeutic Recreation patient where we understand the benefits of holistic, patient-centered care. This conversation is filled with raw emotion, inspirational and spiritual tidbits, professional advice for those in healthcare fields, and advocacy for patients who would benefit from the care of a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist.

An unhinged conversation about structure and identity with a D1 college athlete 02.01.2026 33:19

Join the fun as I converse with a beach volleyball college athlete about the importance of having various hobbies for when life surprises you. We also touch on navigating through your identity as a dedicated athlete.

WE'RE BACK! 05.12.2025 17:41

Mini episode consisting of personal leisure and CTRS career updates

Episode 4: It's more than just plants 23.09.2025 14:03

Unsure what Recreation Therapy is or if it's right for you? Join us as we share career insights from of a young Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. We also cover topics on Horticulture Therapy!

Episode 3: Finding Flow 16.09.2025 12:36

What is "flow"? How do we achieve a flow state? Join me as I share information about the positive psychological and leisure philosophical term "flow", coined by Dr. Csikszentmihalyi.

Episode 2: Music Therapy Moments that Matter 05.09.2025 16:45

Join me in a conversation with Paige, a board-certified music therapist, to learn about the powers of music in supporting your goals.

Episode 1: Survivor to Therapist 05.09.2025 7:37

Hey guys! Thank you for being here. In this episode I will introduce what this podcast is all about starting with a little get to know me. This is an authentic peek behind my passion for recreation as an essential element to life and the pursuit of happiness. I'll briefly share a little about the career field of Recreational Therapy and set the scene for what's to come. Let's dive in!