When the pain feels unbearable and we feel alone in our suffering this podcast will sit with you. Let's rediscover our purpose, reduce our pain and regain our sense of belonging. Join comedian Leo Flowers M.A. as he shares his own journey through suicidality, interviews guests with lived experiences and discusses with experts on how to escape the flames and create a life worth living.
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Join me as we have difficult and often times uncomfortable conversations about autism. We are going places that many don’t ever go. These are important conversations to be had. Parents and caregivers shouldn’t feel isolated at home with no support. It’s my greatest hope to also help provide tools to find light in this difficult journey. Together we can do it.
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How to train your brain 365 days a year for a sharper mind.
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Zanny, aka Suzanne Maiden, M.A., Family Therapist, certified grief counselor, and co-host of TheDivaCast Internet talk show, recently merged her professional experience with broadcasting to produce Dear Zanny, a one-of-a-kind virtual cozy couch where listener’s plop down their most confidential concerns. The online audio advice column offers a compassionate ear, a sympathetic shoulder, and sound suggestions to the world’s most universal relationship dilemmas. Do you need to set firm boundari ...
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Stay in-the-know on the hottest trending topics in health and nutrition with The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, presented by Orgain. Join Dr. Ginger Hultin, DCN, RDN, CSO, an integrative dietitian nutritionist, as she speaks with some of the most inspiring and passionate subject-matter experts in nutrition, health, and wellness. Each episode explores the science behind popular trends in nutrition and health, debunks common myths, and provides healthcare professionals and health-minded consume ...
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Why We Look for Validation in the Hardest Places
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23:52In this episode, we explore the deep-rooted tendency to seek approval from the very people who criticize us most. Together, we unpack: Why we confuse critique with wisdom and validation How childhood dynamics and emotional wounds shape this pattern The emotional cost of chasing approval from naysayers Why breaking the cycle matters for our mental h…
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Creatine Demystified: The Benefits, the Research, the Reality with Dr. Scott Forbes (ep – 71)
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22:52By [email protected] (Presented by Orgain )
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In this episode, I explore Norman Rush’s Mating, focusing on the chapter “Guilty Repose” and the section “Weep for Me.” Through the narrator’s encounter with the waterfall, I unpack themes of noise, solitude, mediocrity, and companionship — connecting her revelations to my own experiences with silence, striving, and the human need for connection. D…
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In this episode, we explore why starting your day with effortful tasks can build momentum, meaning, and mental strength. Why your brain is primed for effort in the morning The science behind doing hard things early What happens when we only choose ease The Four Boxes of Action: Easy & Empty, Easy & Essential, Effortful & Enriching, Effortful & Drai…
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Creating a Positive Relationship with Food and Self with Rachel Harvest, MS, RDN (ep – 70)
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12:37More often than not, the relationship we have with food stems from the relationship we have with ourselves. In part two of this important conversation on how emotions shape nutrition, registered dietitian and behavioral health specialist Rachel Harvest joins Ginger to take a closer look at the relationship to self, how it influences the spectrum of…
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Fighting for a life (not just for your life)
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19:10In this episode, we unpack a powerful distinction that shifts how we view conflict, commitment, and connection: The difference between fighting for your life (survival mode) and fighting for a life (intentional living) Why some relationship arguments aren't about breaking up—they’re about building something meaningful How setting boundaries, saving…
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Testosterone, Tears, and the Truth About Teenage Heartbreak and Suicidality
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26:27If you're a parent of pre-teen or teenage boy, today's episode is for you. Today's episode is: Exploring why heartbreak can lead preteen and teenage boys to suicidal thoughts Understanding the difference between what boys think they want versus what they actually need during emotional pain Signs parents and caregivers can watch for when boys are st…
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Restrictive Eating, Disordered Behaviors & Healing with Rachel Harvest, MS, RDN (ep –69)
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16:58Restrictive eating isn’t always obvious, and it doesn’t always fit neatly into a diagnosis. From skipping meals in the name of “health” to counting calories until food feels like math instead of nourishment, disordered behaviors can show up in many ways. In this episode, Dr. Ginger Hultin sits down with Rachel Harvest, registered dietitian, behavio…
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With Both Hands: The Forgotten Power of Full-Body Living
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23:11In this episode, we explore the quiet power of doing things with both hands: Why bilateral movement calms the nervous system Cultural and spiritual traditions that honor two-handed gestures Everyday tasks that ground us through full-body presence Real-world quotes and wisdom about giving, receiving, and connecting more deeply Simple ways to bring m…
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The misunderstanding of STONER and maybe people like us (contains spoilers)
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12:05THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR THE BOOK "STONER" BY JOHN WILLIAMS SPOILERS... In this heartfelt episode, we explore: How the novel Stoner reveals the hidden emotional lives so many of us carry Why Stoner’s death from esophageal cancer symbolizes the suffocation of unexpressed emotions The myth that stoicism means emotional emptiness — and the t…
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Plant-Based Protein Truths and Kitchen Tips with Rhyan Geiger, RDN (ep – 68)
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16:29When it comes to plant-based eating, the critics are loud, but how much of the skepticism actually holds up to science? In this episode, plant-based expert, The Phoenix Dietitian Rhyan Geiger, returns to dive deeper into the world of plant proteins. Alongside host Dr. Ginger Hultin, Rhyan brings the research to the table, breaking down everything f…
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Your "Why Not" List: A Life-Saving Tool for Mental Health and Suicide
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10:25In this episode, we explore why having a personal "Why Not" list can be a powerful tool for mental health and suicide prevention: How “Why not?” can lead to impulsive or harmful decisions Why having your own “why nots” can help you say no when it matters How a “why not” list can save a life during a suicidal crisis Examples of meaningful “why nots”…
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Brilliance and Breakdown: Mania, Music, and Mental Health
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23:42In this episode, we explore: What a manic episode actually looks and feels like How mania and depression can reduce grey matter in the brain Why overstimulation, lack of sleep, and creative pressure can trigger episodes How Kanye West’s story reveals the tension between brilliance and instability The difference between holding people accountable an…
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Beans, Greens, and Protein Needs: Going Plant-based with Rhyan Geiger, RDN (ep – 67)
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13:15When most people think of protein, they picture meat, eggs, or dairy. But for those choosing a plant-based path, learning how to meet your protein needs with foods grown from the ground can be exciting as much as it is nerve-wracking. In this episode, Dr. Ginger Hultin sits down with plant-based registered dietitian Rhyan Geiger to explore what it …
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6 Beautiful Questions to disrupt negative feedback loops
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20:34In today's episode we discuss the following questions: What truth in you cannot be broken? When do you feel most like you? Who are you without your name? What are you growing into? Where does your courage live? What is something small that feels big to you? Thrive With Leo Coaching: If you want to reduce your psychological pain, regain your purpose…
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Floating, Not Fleeing: When the Ocean Calls You to Stay
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5:50In this deeply personal solo episode, I reflect on a moment at sea that stirred something primal—a desire to leap, not to die, but to feel fully alive. We explore: The difference between wanting escape and needing depth How “leaping” can be a cry for rest, touch, or meaning What it means to unplug, fast, and float A practice for staying grounded wh…
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In this episode, we explore what happens when we withhold what’s true, raw, or real inside us: Why unexpressed thoughts and emotions don’t just disappear—they fester The difference between release and recklessness in emotional expression How to safely express anger, resentment, longing, and fear without hurting yourself or others What 365 Tao teach…
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Escaping the Online Nutrition Echo Chamber with Melissa Joy Dobbins (ep – 66)
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27:38How does one find the facts, dig deeper, and uncover evidence-based, science-backed information? In this episode, Melissa Joy Dobbins returns to join Dr. Ginger Hultin for a thoughtful follow-up conversation on digital health literacy in today’s online world. With red flags of misinformation now easier to spot, the conversation turns to where relia…
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Seven Life Saving Strategies for Suicidal Urges
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18:18In this episode, we explore seven powerful strategies that can help someone survive intense emotional distress and suicidal thoughts (from the book, THE SUICIDAL PERSON by Konrad Michel): Call a trusted doctor or therapist for personalized care Reach out to a 24/7 crisis line for nonjudgmental support Avoid alcohol to protect your judgment and emot…
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Red Flags, Food Fear, and Fact-Checking with Melissa Joy Dobbins (ep – 65)
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34:55When it comes to finding evidence-based health information, going online can feel like a battlefield. With an overwhelming amount of content, conflicting opinions, and little guidance on separating fact from fiction, digital health literacy has never been more essential. In this episode, Dr. Ginger Hultin is joined by her friend and fellow register…
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THE POWER OF ZERO: REDEFINING WORTH AND CONNECTION
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9:12In this episode, we explore the powerful symbolism of the zero — often misunderstood as "nothing" — and reveal how it actually represents connection, wholeness, and infinite potential. If you’ve ever felt invisible, isolated, or not enough, this conversation is for you. Key Takeaways: How feeling like a "zero" can actually signal readiness for conn…
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8 Strategies to Reduce Our Suicidal Urges
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18:53In today's episode we discuss: What we often do when suicidal urges rise Why small, immediate actions can be life-saving The psychology behind choosing connection over isolation How resistance, not resolution, can carry us through a crisis Simple decisions that protect life in the most fragile moments If you want to reduce your psychological pain, …
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Postpartum Recovery and the Fourth Trimester with Judy Simon, MS, RDN (ep – 64)
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28:12The journey doesn’t end at birth, in many ways, it’s just beginning. In this follow-up episode, Dr. Ginger Hultin is joined again by Judy Simon, MS, RDN, to explore the critical yet often overlooked “fourth trimester.” Together, they unpack what real postpartum recovery looks like, from nutritional strategies that support healing and hormone balanc…
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In today's episode we explore the quiet but powerful human need for touch—and how its absence can deepen despair and loneliness, especially for those struggling with suicidal thoughts. Why asking “Who thinks about sex more?” misses the deeper question of touch How men and women often experience and imagine touch differently The evolutionary and emo…
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Lauren Henry Brehm: Suicide attempt, OCD and Autism Spectrum Disorder
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50:21Lauren Henry Brehm joined the podcast to discuss her book The French Court: Essays from One Family's Legacy of Mental Illness and her journey through mental health, family trauma, and personal transformation. Opened up about her grandmother’s undiagnosed OCD and its generational impact Shared her own suicide attempt and living with Autism Spectrum …
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Nutrition for Fertility and Pregnancy with Judy Simon, MS, RDN (ep – 63)
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32:59Nutrition plays a powerful role in the journey to parenthood. In this episode, host Dr. Ginger Hultin welcomes maternal nutrition expert Judy Simon, MS, RDN, to explore how personalized nutrition can support fertility and a healthy pregnancy. Judy shares insights from her book Getting to Baby, along with practical advice on optimizing diet, choosin…
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In this episode, we explore the subtle, often missed moments of human connection—and what they reveal about our deeper needs. A brief exchange with a mailman sparks reflection on communication and misunderstanding The physical sensation of a missed connection—what it tells us Why we often choose efficiency or comfort over connection How being unsee…
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Storm and Story: The Difference Between Emotions and Feelings
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14:24Thrive With Leo Coaching: If you want to improve in the areas of health, wealth and/or relationships, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey. If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, upset, or needs to talk, there are people who want to help: In the US: Crisis Text Line: Text CRISIS to 7417…
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How to Use Collagen for Joint Health, Injury Recovery, and More with Dr. Dana Lis (ep – 62)
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13:39You’ve seen it in powders, bars, coffee, even popcorn, but is collagen really the cure-all it’s marketed to be? In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Dr. Ginger Hultin, MS, RDN, CSO, is back with performance nutrition expert Dr. Dana Lis for part two of their deep dive into collagen. Together, they go beyond the hype to answer y…
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Talking to Feel: Pillow Talk, Couch Talk, and Kitchen Talk Reimagined
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21:37In this episode, we explore how meaningful conversation can be divided into three emotional spaces — even if you live alone: 🛏️ Pillow Talk: A space for vulnerability, emotional honesty, and self-compassion 🛋️ Couch Talk: Reflecting on purpose, identity, and how we relate to the world 🍳 Kitchen Talk: Dynamic, messy conversations powered by movement…
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In today's episode we discuss: Explore the life and legacy of Boeing whistleblower John Barnett Hear key excerpts from his powerful final note Analyze the emotions, thoughts, needs, and wants expressed in his writing Discuss the impact of workplace retaliation on mental health Reflect on how systems meant to protect whistleblowers may fail them Off…
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Collagen, Explained: For Athletes, Aging, and Everyone in Between with Dr. Dana Lis (ep - 61)
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28:44Collagen might be trending, but what does the science actually say? In this evidence-packed conversation, host Dr. Ginger Hultin sits down with Dr. Dana Lis, performance nutrition expert and consultant to the Golden State Warriors, to break down collagen’s role in the body, its rise in popularity, and where it really delivers. They explore the ways…
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Jess Feliciano: From suicide attempts to loving myself
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43:38In this episode Jess Feliciano shares: What led to her first suicide attempt Why breakups and heartache are so painful Why therapy is not enough to heal us How to trust yourself to love again How to set boundaries and communicate needs Efficacy of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy How getting ice cream led to community If you want to reduce your psych…
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We discuss ways we isolate and how to slowly emerge to re-engage with the world around us.
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Live Better, Longer: Tips to Improve Sleep Quality and Stress Management with Dr. Andrew Abraham (ep - 60)
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30:40We all feel the effects of both lack of sleep and stress, but did you know they could be impacting your longevity? Back to explore this topic is integrative medicine physician and founder of Orgain, Dr. Andrew Abraham. He and Ginger round out the conversation on healthspan with an introspective discussion on sleep and stress management. Together, t…
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We discuss Tony Stark's (yes, that's his real name) three suicide attempts and his road to creating a life worth living. Thrive With Leo Coaching: If you want to improve in the areas of health, wealth and/or relationships, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey. If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious…
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In this episode, I explore suicide prevention not from the edge of crisis, but from the quiet places where meaning begins to erode—often, first thing in the morning. I share a personal reflection on how dopamine, novelty, and connection shape our sense of aliveness, and how a simple morning practice I call CALM—Check in, Activate, Learn, Make conne…
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Live Better, Longer: The Science Behind How Diet and Exercise Support Your Healthspan with Dr. Andrew Abraham (ep - 59)
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41:43If you keep your ear to the ground in the nutrition world, you’ve probably heard the term healthspan. Health science is changing, and is no longer just focused on how long you live but on how long you live well, free from major illness or disease. In this episode, we kick off another incredible season of the Good Clean Nutrition Podcast with a conv…
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Effects of menopause and andropause on suicidal ideation
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23:36We discuss how menopause and andropause can impact our mental health. Thrive With Leo Coaching: If you want to improve in the areas of health, wealth and/or relationships, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey. If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, upset, or needs to talk, there are peo…
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WARBODY: A MARINE SNIPER AND THE HIDDEN VIOLENCE OF WARFARE
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54:53Authors Joshua Howe and Alexander Lemons join me to discuss: slow violence vs acute violence coping with suicidality Three Eights for scheduling your day Why healing is not recovery How to find meaning in the meaningless Toxic exposure, trauma and head injuries What's your dream language BUY WARBODY: https://a.co/d/cL9OeKY Thrive With Leo Coaching:…
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Fresh Season, Fresh Insights – The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast Returns!
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1:07Back and better than ever, The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast returns with a brand-new season! With a fresh look and feel, get ready to digest the latest insights and breakthroughs in the ever-evolving world of health and nutrition. Join trusted integrative dietitian Ginger Hultin as she navigates the often-overwhelming landscape of nutrition through…
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Three "F's" of mental health: Fantasize, Frame, Follow Through
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18:30Hope can lead to painful disappointment. Fantasizing can prevent us from taking action. How do we bridge the two? Thrive With Leo Coaching: If you want to improve in the areas of health, wealth and/or relationships, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey. If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depre…
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We discuss why we need first, second, third and fourth responders as part of our mental health team. Thrive With Leo Coaching: If you want to improve in the areas of health, wealth and/or relationships, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey. If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, upset, …
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Misunderstandings, Mistakes & the Lone Wolf Myth
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19:59The idea of the “lone wolf” and the “alpha” is often misunderstood—both in nature and in life. In this episode, we explore how isolation, perception, and disconnection shape our struggles, why most suicides come down to mistakes or misunderstandings, and how we can shift our perspective to stay connected, even in the darkest moments. Thrive With Le…
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Suicide prevention and the risks of being in love
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1:03:58Mark Schorr LPC, joins us to discuss why relationship crisis is strongest motivator for suicidality differences between feeling helpless, worthless and hopeless myth about suicides in winter what's most important part of treating someone with suicidality what is "tragic optimism" how TIPP pulls us out of despair value of "planned pleasurable events…
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Our anger isn't something to be feared, it's to be alchemized and utilized for a bigger purpose. It's a signal of hurt and unmet needs. Let's explore. Thrive With Leo Coaching: If you want to improve in the areas of health, wealth and/or relationships, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey. If you or anyone you know is considering suici…
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We discuss the five musical notes of mental health to reduce suicidality: Self-Awareness Connection Resilience Purpose Rest Thrive With Leo Coaching: If you want to improve in the areas of health, wealth and/or relationships, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey. If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxi…
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We discuss: headaches link to suicidality, what triggers headaches how to reduce headaches Thrive With Leo Coaching: If you want to improve in the areas of health, wealth and/or relationships, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey. If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, upset, or needs t…
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Navigating Menopause: The Estrogen-Insulin Connection with Angela Manderfeld, MS, RDN, LD, CDE (ep – 58)
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30:40Host Ginger Hultin discusses the impact of weight gain and the role of estrogen in insulin resistance during perimenopause and menopause with Angela Manderfeld, a registered dietitian who is board-certified in advanced diabetes management. They delve into the importance of lifestyle changes, including exercise and nutrition, in managing insulin res…
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Benefits of prepaying for our mental health
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22:30We discuss how the joy of prepaying for a lead also leads to the joy of prepaying for our mental health. Thrive With Leo Coaching: If you want to improve in the areas of health, wealth and/or relationships, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey. If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, ups…
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