Pathway 2 Empowerment

In this episode we discover how a consistent yoga practice can help guide you along your journey of nervous system regulation and healing trauma. You will learn some of the benefits of yoga as well as which types are best on your healing journey and how often you should practice for optimal results. Share Your Thoughts

Today we have special guest Melissa on to discuss the varied options available for somatic movement in helping regulate our nervous systems. Melissa has many years of experience in several modalities and is a wealth of knowledge in this field. She helps us discover different somatic movement modalities and their benefits to us. You can find her at aspiringjourney.com Share Your Thoughts

In this episode we discuss the modalities of EFT Tapping and EMDR, what they are, how they work, whether they are safe to do on your own or you need to work with a practitioner, and their benefits. Not every modality will be everyone's cup of tea, the key here is learning about options available to you and exploring them, so that you can discover the modalities that work best for you on your...

This episode discusses the inner child and how important it is to explore and heal your inner child on your journey toward a regulated nervous system. Our relationship with ourselves is the most important relationship we will ever have and it is ever-changing. Let's explore so we can work toward the best relationship with your self possible.  Share Your Thoughts

The month of January is all about promoting over all wellbeing through regulating our nervous systems, we will be discussing several modalities and techniques to do so throughout this month! So today's episode gives us the baseline knowledge we need for the months discussions. What is the nervous system, what does it do, why is regulating it so crucial? Share Your Thoughts

We have the amazing Teresa with us today to discuss with us some very important knowledge and resources for Suicide Prevention. She has many many years working in suicide prevention so she is a wealth of information.  Do you know what the risk factors to look out for are? Do you know where to reach out for resources when you or a loved one is in need of suicide prevention? Share Your Thoughts

Grief can definitely hit hard during the holiday season, especially if it is the first holiday without your loved one. This episode discusses some tips for managing your grief and setting yourself up for success through the holidays. We remind you also that the healing process is not linear, grief has it's ups and downs and it can hit harder some times than others. It is important to give you...

How often do we fulfill the wishes of everyone around us, throughout the year, but especially during the holidays we can tend to put ourselves at the bottom of the priority list. This episode is about embracing the fact that you are important as well and challenging you to put yourself on your priority list! Make a bucket list of things just for you this year!  Share Your Thoughts

Special guest Elizabeth, who is an LCSW is here with us to help teach us grounding methods and other coping techniques that we can use during any difficult situation that may come up in our lives, but that can be especially helpful during the holiday get togethers we need to navigate this season. You can find her at www.desertrootstherapy.com if you'd like to work with her. Let's learn t...

I am sure we have all heard of the "winter blues" or how stressful the holidays can be for some, and others experience feelings of euphoria. The reality is we can all experience any or all of these symptoms, the holidays really can be a rollercoaster of emotional highs and lows. This episode breaks down the ways that the holidays effect our mental health and gives you questions you can a...

People often push your boundaries during the holidays and you get roped into doing things or being places you aren't necessarily happy or comfortable with. This discussion goes over how to create healthy boundaries for yourself and tips on how to keep those boundaries strong through the pressure of the holidays.  Share Your Thoughts

The holidays, although they can be fun, can be very stressful and triggering for many of us. In this episode we discuss ways in which we can prioritize our peace and mental well-being so that we can thrive through the holidays.  Share Your Thoughts

Although outdoor activities to combat Seasonal Affect Disorder may be limited, there are still some things you can do to get that natural sunlight and other activities and hobbies that you can do to reduce the affect it has on you this winter season. This episode lists several activities both indoor and out that can be done to help manage the symptoms of SAD and thrive.  Share Your Thoughts

The first episode for December's month of seasonal mental health issues is highlighting Seasonal Affect Disorder. What is it? What do the symptoms look like? Who is susceptible? What can you do to combat it? Come take a deep dive with us so you can learn how you can thrive through these hard winter months! Share Your Thoughts

Many things change as we age and one could get confused as to which movements are best and how to modify your program as you age. In this episode we discuss some fun age appropriate ways to get movement into your day as you age. Staying active has physical, mental, and cognitve health benefits. Let's thrive as we age! Share Your Thoughts

In this episode we discuss some of the factors that contribute to age related cognitive decline and ways in which we can slow down the process and maintain a healthy brain into our old age.  Share Your Thoughts

Losing the sense of connection to your community and family can greatly impact your mental health and satisfaction as we age. Fostering connections and finding ways to engage with our communities in the time of constant change of life circumstances can improve our sense of belonging and connectedness.  Share Your Thoughts

Special guest, our friend Eve, came to discuss her experience taking care of her father as he had some health declines in his older age and the loneliness she, as well as her mother experienced through the process.  Share Your Thoughts

We just finished talking about stress and it's harmful effects on our mental health. What can we do about it? Our dear friend Signe is here to help us understand a modality that is available to us that can help regulate and calm our nervous system which she uses in her practices, she practices trauma informed mindfulness, meditation, sound bath, and yoga.  Share Your Thoughts

Let's talk about the contributing factors to stress experienced by aging adults and ways that we can combat some of the harmful effects that stress can have on their physical and mental well-being.  Share Your Thoughts

We have special guest Sara, an RN friend of ours, here to help us discuss the importance of proper nutrition and how our nutritional needs change as we age. So that we can take the best care of ourselves and really thrive in our older years.  Share Your Thoughts

November we are talking about different issues that come up for aging adults. Depression is something that anyone, no matter the age, can go through, but aging adults are not immune. So this episode touches on what depression is, some contributing factors to why someone up in age may be affected, and some things we can try out to combat depression.  Share Your Thoughts

In this episode we discuss the importance of creating, fostering, and maintaining support systems even in the midst of domestic violence. We also discuss ways in which someone may be able to maintain their support systems while dealing with the isolation that often times accompanies abuse. The end we give a few resources that are available to those in need of help.   Share Your Thoughts

The isolation that occurs as a result of abuse and during abuse can have devastating lasting effects. In this episode we discuss how this isolation occurs over time and some of the mental health impacts it has on the victims.  Share Your Thoughts

This episode goes over the difference between consent and coercion. We talk about verbal versus non-verbal cues and why both are important to see, hear and listen to. Respecting someone's boundaries. No is a full sentence. Consent should never be assumed for any reason, an enthusiastic yes needs to be present every interaction, and continue to check in with your partner as the situation progr...