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Today we discuss occupational identity, a state of identifying closely with one’s job. Join RAFT as we learn about how to manage this identity in mission-driven fields, such as SV/DV advocacy. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 01:00 Johnanna shares her background and work. 04:30 Definition of occupational identity 06:30 Definition of strong occupational identity 07:10 Discussion 08:20 Healthy o...

In honor of Women’s History Month, the women of RAFT share their career and life experiences–advice, strengths, and lessons learned. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:40 Anneka introduces the topic in celebration of Women’s History Month 01:00 Q1: One lesson or piece of advice we’ve learned from another woman? 01:10 Nicole: Take care of the people you work with 02:45 Discus...

Do you struggle with procrastination? Join the RAFT team as we dive deeper into S.M.A.C.K., a procrastination prevention tool designed by clinical psychologist and Procrastination Coach, Dr. Christine Li. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:27 Esteniolla introduces the topic and the guest, Dr. Christine Li. 01:19 Dr. Christine Li reintroduces herself to listeners and shares her journey to becoming a...

Do you struggle with procrastination? Are you unsure about the difference between procrastination and rest? Join the RAFT team as we answer these questions and more with clinical psychologist and Procrastination Coach, Dr. Christine Li. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:30 Jeremie & Indrani introduce the topic and the guest, Dr. Christine Li 02:30 Dr. Christine Li introduces herself as Procras...

In this episode, Jeremie and Indrani discuss their own challenges with reflection and share some of their personal reflection practices. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:20 Jeremie introduces the topic and the team. 01:19 Jeremie asks, “Why do you find it difficult to reflect on things that have happened?” 01:36 Indrani shares how her attitude toward reflection has changed. 02:36 Søre...

In episode two of the annual RAFT holiday podcast, the RAFT team continues their discussion on tips and tools for thriving, not surviving, the holidays. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:18 Jeremie introduces the topic and the team. 03:52 Jeremie’s Tip #1: Create a holiday budget and stick to it. 06:20 Jeremie’s Tip #2: Start saving for the holidays at the start of the year. 07:20 Jere...

In episode one of the annual RAFT holiday podcast, the RAFT team discusses tips and tools for thriving, not surviving, the holidays. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:19 Jeremie introduces the topic and the team welcomes readers. 02:40 Anneka’s Tip #1: It is okay to say “no” to social invitations. 03:55 Anneka’s Tip #2: Give to yourself in addition to others. 04:55 Anneka&#...

In this episode, Jamie (@bad_mmama), a professional MMA fighter, shares her journey from survivor to advocate. Learn how she leverages her training in physical and non-contact defense to empower other survivors. Listeners, please note that there is discussion of domestic violence in the podcast and specific discussion about rape at 35:55. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:26 Listeners are welcomed...

In this episode, join the entire RAFT team as they discuss how to ask for help and the various things one must consider as they hone this practice. Tips range from the timing of how to ask for help to determining the right people to ask for help. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:29 Listeners are welcomed and the RAFT team is introduced 00:55 Introduction of topic: How to Ask for Help 01:26 Recap...

In this episode, join the entire RAFT team as they discuss how to ask for help and the various things one must consider as they hone this practice. Tips range from how to be specific in your ask to the right mindset needed when asking for help. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:30 Listeners are welcomed and the RAFT team is introduced. 01:19 Introduction of topic: How to Ask for Help 02:44 Jeremie...

In this episode, Heather Slutzky from Anchor & Flame shares how she anchors caregivers in their resilience without compromising the flame that ignites their passion for the work. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:28 Jeremie welcomes listeners and Introduces Heather Slutzsky, Principal Celebrant of Anchor & Flame 01:45 Heather introduces herself and how her healthcare career led to being Pr...

In this episode, Sherry Hamby, Director of the Life Paths Research Center and Founder of ResilienceCon, discusses universal and cumulative trauma and resilience. EPISODE TIME CODES 00:00 Intro 00:30 Jeremie Welcomes listeners and introduces Dr. Sherry Hamby. 00:50 Dr. Hamby introduces herself. 02:27 Q+A: You talk about trauma as a universal experience and more common than people think, how does co...

In this episode, learn how social journaling can be used to make powerful, meaningful connections with the self, the we, and the us. EPISODE TIME CODES 00:00 Intro 00:39 Jeremie Welcomes listeners and introduces Alex and Nikolay from Oh-lay, a workplace culture design company. 01:37 Nikolay and Alex introduce themselves and their mission. 03:01 Tool Overview: Social Journaling 05:58 Q+A: Where did...

In this episode, Indrani and Jeremie discuss self-love and acceptance through the lens of time management. EPISODE TIME CODES 00:00 Intro 00:30 Jeremie Welcomes Listeners and Introduces Indrani 00:57 Indrani: Why This Topic is So Important 02:52 Jeremie: Not Taking What Comes First 04:33 Indrani: Time is Not a Piece of Elastic 06:04 Discussion 08:50 Jeremie: Time as a Piece of String 09:45 Discuss...

In this episode, RAFT invites Stacy Brookman, a resilience and life story expert, to share a new resiliency tool for advocates. EPISODE TIME CODES 00:00 Intro 01:20 Stacy introduces herself 03:25 The Tool Overview: Life-Story Writing 04:20 Jeremie Shares How He Used the Tool to Reflect on His Leadership 05:15 Where did Life-Story Writing come from? 10:13 Discussion and Reflection on the Tool 14:25...

In this episode, each RAFT team member continues to share their experiences with making difficult decisions. How do you make a choice with neither decision seems ideal? Listen as the team discusses the tools and processes they use to support them in being intentional about decision-making. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:25 Jeremie Shares How We Can Use Our Top Core Values to Make Decisions 06:4...

In this episode, each RAFT team member shares their experiences with making difficult decisions. Listen as the team discusses the tools and processes they use to support them in being intentional about decision-making. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:28 Team Welcome 01:00 Advocate Scenario: Go Back to Work at the Shelter During COVID-19 and Spend Funds for Childcare or Work from Home and Provide...

In this episode, Indrani offers a body scan. It is a perfect and brief tool that helps build resilience. Relax and enjoy. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:21 Breathe with Intention to Start 01:06 Body Scan Begins 12:01 Three Deep Breaths to Transition Out of Body Scan 12:29 Outro

In this episode of the RAFT Podcast, Indrani reveals a new tool called W.A.I.T., a tool for intentional decision-making. Listen in as Jeremie and Alyce apply the tool using their unique styles and learn how you can, too. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:57 Intro to Conversation 01:40 Tool Objective: Guides the Process of Being Presented with a Decision and Making it. 3:03 Indrani Explains Each Co...

In this episode of the RAFT Podcast, Jeremie, Indrani, and Alyce discuss tools that Advocates and Management can utilize to mitigate the stress and anxiety that often accompanies change. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:25 Intro to Conversation 01:28 Tool #1 – Intentional Body Scan Meditation with a Written Reflection 07:30 Discussion: Takeaways of Tool #1 10:20 Challenges Among Advocates D...

In this episode of the RAFT Podcast, Indrani and Alyce continue their discussion about the day and the life of an advocate. Join us with our guests Susan Shipman, Executive Director, and Trace Fleming-Trice, Sexual Violence Program Director, at 2nd Chance, which serves survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Anniston, Alabama. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:34 Intro to Conversation 01:05 D...

In this episode of the RAFT Podcast, Indrani and Alyce discuss the importance and impact of a gratitude practice in the day and the life of an advocate. Join us with our guests Susan Shipman, Executive Director, and Trace Fleming-Trice, Sexual Violence Program Director, at 2nd Chance, which serves survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Anniston, Alabama. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:36...

In this episode of the RAFT Podcast Indrani, Alyce, and Jeremie discuss a common occurrence for sexual and domestic violence advocates: going over the allotted time with a client, especially at the end of the workday. How can you set a boundary to end a meeting with a client without feeling guilty or like you betrayed them? Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:39 Welcome and scenario 02:24 Indrani –...

Indrani’s Light has gone through some big changes in the past year, and is starting 2020 with a fresh new look, new team members, and a brand new name: RAFT – Resilience for Advocates through Foundational Training. In this episode Indrani, Alyce, and Jeremie discuss the rebrand and what lessons they have learned through the renaming process. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:30 Welcome and U...

Have you struggled with responding with compassion and love when an individual challenges your boundaries or your truth? Listen to this episode of the Caring for the Caregivers podcast as Indrani and special guest, Mark Silver, share their wisdom and experience with addressing challenging responses and staying in your power when faced with challenge. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 01:30 Indrani- S...