Making The Time: Well Being Through Compassionate Self-Care

Yoga: Cultivating Compassion Within] Discover how yoga can serve as a powerful tool for emotional self-care, helping us to recognize, process, and transform our emotions—especially in challenging times. Join Pam Van Nest and yoga therapist Anne Ryan as they explore the intersection of mindfulness, body awareness, and emotional resilience through accessible yoga practices. In this episode: The defi...

Prioritizing Sleep for Better Wellness and Resilience with Diane Wolf In this episode of Making the Time, Pam Van Nest interviews Diane Wolf, a psychotherapist and author focusing on the critical role of sleep in maintaining mental health, especially for high achievers and those overcoming trauma. Discover practical insights on how improving sleep can positively impact overall well-being, emotiona...

In this episode of the Making the Time Podcast, Pam Van Nest explores the vital connection between self-care and life fulfillment with Lois Tuffin, a journalist, community builder, and passionate advocate for compassionate self-care. The conversation offers practical insights on balancing personal satisfaction with social contribution, the importance of vulnerability, and nurturing a mindset of bo...

Incorporating digital self-care into your routine is essential for maintaining your well-being in today's technology-driven world. By assessing your digital habits, setting boundaries, being mindful of content, limiting screen time, and embracing digital detoxes, you can enhance your overall quality of life. Remember, technology is a tool, not a lifeline—use it intentionally to support your self-c...

In today's episode, we explore the delicate balance of self-care while being active in our communities. Janet McCloud shares her insights on how to nurture yourself while caring for others. From finding gratitude in daily moments to attending local events that not only feed your spirit but also support your community, it's all about making time for what matters.   Remember, self-care isn't selfish...

Discover how taking charge of your physical space and environmental impact can enhance your overall well-being. Adeilah Dahlke, founder of Jigsaw Organizing Solutions, shares insights on decluttering, sustainability, and the deep connection between caring for our environment and ourselves.

Kim emphasizes that managing finances is a relationship influenced by past experiences and emotions. Recognizing these feelings allows us to create harmony and pace ourselves. She suggests small, intentional decisions every day—like setting up automatic savings—to build financial resilience and self-trust. It ’s about patience, celebrating tiny wins, and giving yourself grace. Because, in the end,...

The conversation delves into the concept of biofields and energy around the body, the power of sound and vibration in bringing coherence, the importance of compassionate empathy and self-acknowledgment in self-care, overcoming internal obstacles, and the concept of body light as a tangible and physical aspect of our bodies. The discussion provides a holistic approach to self-care and well-being, e...

In this episode, Leah and I dive deep into self-care and self-integration.  It's about recognizing your needs and creating space for yourself.  Self-care can look different for everyone, but at its core, it’s about making intentional choices to nurture your mind, body, and spirit.  Let’s shift from compartmentalizing our experiences to embracing our whole selves!  Tune in to explore how to connect...