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Brain Grub: Psychologically Feeding Your Brain
by Dr. Christine Fair & Kaileigh Bowen
Exploring the psychology and science of behavior to improve your mental health and improve life balance. Listen to explore topics about health, psychology and human behaviors. We will inspire, encourage and offer usable approaches to impact your life in a positive way.
Episodes
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S2.E14: Grief: the experience of loss
Join us as we explore the grieving process. We will specifically talk about the five stages of grief, based on the Kubler-Ross model as well as will explore how you or a loved on may experience grief. Join us to learn ways to navigate and honor your loved ones through the process of loss.
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Season 2: Episode 13: Avoidance.... Is it getting in your way?
We will explore avoidance, the reasons we use it and how it may be keeping you from the life you want to live. If you find that you are avoiding life instead of living it, listen in to learn how you can start moving in the direction you want to go. Caution... You will be uncomfortable while you…
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Season 2: Episode 12: Toxic Relationships
Do you know if you are in a toxic relationship? Are you creating the toxic relationship? Listen in as we explore how to identify unhealthy relationships in your life and ways to begin managing them in more healthier ways.
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Season 2: Episode 11: Where is your line? Exploring Healthy Boundaries
Join us as we explore what boundaries are, where they come from and how they benefit your health and wellbeing. Learn how to identify and connect your boundaries to your values and start practicing how to set limits.
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Season 2: Episode 10: The Power of Positive Thinking
Ever wonder how your thoughts impact your health? Well, buckle up and listen in as we explore how your thinking can impact your physical and psychological health. We will explore what you can start doing today to have improved health and happiness.
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Season 2: Episode 9: Bullying: Its not just something that happens to kids
Join in as we discuss workplace bullying. Learn what this looks like, determine if you are part of the problem and explore ways to protect yourself, your colleagues and your workplace from bullying. It only takes one bad apple, to spoil the apple cart. Learn how you can create a healthier work...
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Season 2: Episode 8: Hate Following....WTH?
Join us today as we talk about hate following. What it is, why you might be doing it and how it is impacting your mental health. You may be thinking it is harmless to you, but think again! We ask you to detox your socials and your health, FOR GOOD~
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Season 2: Episode 7: Self Esteem.... How do I get some?
Join Kaileigh and I as we talk about self esteem. What it is. What its not and how to work on improving yours. The rates of low self esteem in women are staggering. Let's all learn to love ourselves more!!
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Season 2: Episode 6: How do I pick a good therapist?
Ever wonder how to chose a therapist? Do you pick one off your insurance list? Ask a friend? What do all of those letters mean? Listen in as we demystify the alphabet soup of credentials and provide you with some tips and tools to find a good fit for you. We will also share some red flags to be…
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Season 2: Episode 5: Stress - How to get off the crazy train
Join us as we discuss our final pillar of health for this month. Stress management. We will discuss how to identify stress in your body and your behaviors and what you can start doing to manage her stress more. Learn how to be more balanced in this busy world we live in. Enjoy the ride!
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Season 2: Episode 4: Let's get some rest!!
Today we will discuss our 3rd pillar of the foundation of wellness.... Sleep. Listen in as we discuss the need for sleep for our physical, psychological and spiritual health. If you are having any challenges with sleep, you are in luck! We will share tips to help you get more of what you need......
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Season 2: Episode 3: Get your body in motion and your health will follow
Join us as we talk about the power of movement. We are not talking about difficult movements or an abundance of time. We are talking about small changes you can make today and the power of moving your body for your physical, mental and spiritual well being. Strengthen this foundational part of…
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Season 2. Episode 2 Are we really impacted by what we eat?
We've all heard the phrase, "You are what you eat" however do you believe the hype? Join us as we dig into the world of nutrition/hydration and explore how you can improve your mood and your health by through choosing what you put in your mouth..... Hint: Balance is the key
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Season 2: Episode 1 NEW YEAR PREVIEW
Listen in to preview what this month has in store for you! We are taking a deep dive into our #1 show. Join us over the next month to start finding a better balance in your life.
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Episode 43: Stop making excuses and start living your life!
Join us today as we get real about the excuses we are telling ourselves. Learn how to stop BS'ing you and start taking responsibility for where you want to go. Perhaps even getting honest with things you can let go of because deep down ---- you DON'T WANT THEM!
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Episode 42: Procrastination.... What are you putting off and how to get in gear.
Tune is as we talk about procrastination and common reasons we are putting things off. We will learn some tips to start moving forward to get things accomplished and checked off your to do list.
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Episode 41: Want to raise your life to the next level? Meditation is a key!
Join us today while we learn from Meditation for Wellness owner Rachel Wixey as she teaches us about the power of meditation. You don't need a huge time commitment, just a commitment to yourself to raise your vibration... Join in to bring a better balance to your life! If you want the free...
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Episode 40: Mindfulness - What are you choosing to focus on?
Join us as we talk about mindfulness and the differences between mindfulness and meditation. Listen in as we discuss how choosing your focus and mindset can help you with the overall balance and joy in your life. What we focus on grows.....
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Episode 39: Do the relationships in your life need a tune up?
We all have relationships. Family, friends, coworkers, romantic partners and the list goes on. Do you ever stop and assess how healthy are the relationships in your life? Join us today as we explore the tenants of healthy relationships, how to assess the ones in your life and what you can do to...
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Episode 38: Could you use a virtual detox? Addicted to the internet....
Join us today as we talk about getting hooked on the internet. If you find yourself having withdrawals from your phone, socials, the internet, in general, you are not alone. Many of us are finding ourselves, "addicted" to the Internet. Learn how to strike the balance and rejoin the material…
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Episode 37: Risky Business.... Do you feel the need to spend?
We all love a good shopping spree. But when shopping starts becoming uncontrollable or you are buying yourself into large debt, hiding things from others, or feeling an urge to spend, even when you don't have the money to spend, tune in! We will discuss how to begin recognizing the signs of...
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Episode 35: Do you eat your feeling? You are not alone.
If you ever find yourself elbows deep in a bag of Doritos, this show is for you. We get real talking about emotional eating, the reasons why we turn to food when coping with feelings and how to start recognizing the signs and start processing your emotions rather than stuffing them....
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Episode 35: Guilt..... Is it wrecking your life?
Join us as we discuss the big G..... Guilt. We are not talking here about guilty pleasures. We are discussing guilty thoughts and feelings and how they can be detrimental in your life. Learn how to recognize the different of a feeling that is guiding you to make a change and a feeling that is...
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Episode 34: How do you answer the question... "How are you doing?" If busy is your answer, you NEED TO LISTEN!!
Join Kaileigh and I as we discuss the result of having an overly busy life, stress and the detrimental impact it has on your body, mind and spirit. Learn how stress impacts each system in our body and what you can begin doing to reduce the burden of your day to day and start living a more…
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Episode 33: Getting real with your time... Are you living the life you want?
Join us today as we discuss time and your priorities. Are you living the life that you want to live? Are you waiting to live it? Do you hear yourself repeatedly saying "I don't have time?" Well, join us as we get brutally honest regarding time and our priorities and learn how you can move towards...
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Episode 32: What lens are you using to see your world?
Do you know that your perspective of things impacts how you feel and act in a situation? Depending on how you are perceiving your reality can have a big impact on your life. Join us as we discuss how to identify your perception of things and how to improve your overall outlook. Your perception,...
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Episode 31: Mental Health Awareness: How to find the balance without losing your mind
Join us for a discussion about the history of mental health awareness, how this movement has changed over time, and what you can do to keep the balance with your mental health. Self care is the name of the game and we will explore how you increase your self care without it stressing you out!
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Episode 30: Death: Where do you stand on the life cycle?
We discuss the life cycle, fears that come alone to contemplating death and how having intense fears (thanatophobia) may get in the way of us living a full life. Join us for a discussion about death and how to better managing our fears about what happens after.
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Episode 29: Disordered eating or eating disorder. Is there a difference?
On this episode of Brain Grub, we will feed your brain with information about disordered eating and how this kind of eating can impact your physical and mental health. Join us as we discuss the differences between disordered eating and eating disorders and what you can do today to have a better...
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Episode 28: Riding the wave of change
We are talking all about change. The good, the bad, the ugly. Listen in to learn how your mind and body responds to change and how you can navigate your thinking to ensure your changes are less stressful. Don't get stuck in a rut, embrace the change.
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Episode 27: Is anger wrecking your life?
Listen in as we talk about anger. We will discuss this intense emotion. How to identify it, health and unhealthy ways you may be expressing it and tools to help you manage and express it in a healthier way. You may be surprised to learn that holding it in may be making you sick!
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Episode 26: Transitioning from military to civilian life: The battle at home.
Join us today as we speak with Ford regarding transitioning from the military into civilian life. Learn about the challenges, the pitfalls and how to make the transition go a bit more smoothly. Whether you are a service member, family member, or someone who knows a service member, knowing what to...
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Episode 25: Are you feeling alone? The truth of loneliness.
Listen in as we explore what loneliness is, how to recognize symptoms and signs of loneliness in yourselves and others and how to create a greater sense of connection in your lives. Hint: a contributor to feeling disconnected may surprise you.
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Episode 24: Feeling Fried? How to recognize emotional burnout...
Listen in as we talk about what is emotional burnout, what are the signs and symptoms and what you can do when you are feeling the burn. Learn strategies and tips to assist in creating more emotional balance, whether at work, home, or with your relationships.
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Episode 23: Flip the switch! How to turn on the relaxation response.
We will be discussing the science behind the flight/fight/freeze response and why some strategies like "breathing" may fail. Learn the biology of the stress response and how to flip the switch to a relaxation response. Join us to flip the switch and learn to calm down.
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Episode 22: No more failed resolutions: Let's do something different
Learn why your new years' resolutions are failing and what you can do differently this year. New year, new perspective. All about balance. Join us!
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Episode 21: Seasonal Affective Disorder: Is this a real thing??
Join us today as we discuss the seasonal affective disorder, (SAD). Learn how to recognize the symptoms in yourself and others and how to cope with the symptoms during the winter months.
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Episode 20: Holiday Stress: Be like the Grinch and steal back your time!!!
Do the holidays stress you out or bring you joy? For many, the holidays bring an extra stress. Listen in as we discuss how to be "Grinch like" and steal back some of that precious time needed to find balance in your life, leaving you to feel more joyous this holiday season. No need for extra...
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Episode 19: Workaholism: When you can't stop working.
Join us as we discuss when working too much becomes a problem in your life. We will discuss the differences between working a lot and working compulsively. If you are finding that you are not able to limit the amount of time you spend on work despite negative consequences in your life, you may be...
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Episode 18: Staying in your lane to improve your emotional health
Join us to discuss how to start identifying when you are putting too much energy into someone else's business and how to steer yourself back into your own lane. Learn how to develop strategies to steer back to yourself to improve your emotional wellbeing. Learn to reduce the stress, judgment and...
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Episode 16: Thriving this holiday season
You might be thinking that it is too early to talk about this, but trust us... This is the time. We will be spending some time talking about what you can start doing now to stop stressing over the holidays. Listen in to pick up some tips and have improved relaxation this holiday season.
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Episode 15: Are you fighting fair or aiming below the belt?
Join us to explore how and why conflicts arise in our relationships. Explore the ways you might be handling conflicts that could be leading to escalation instead of resolution. We will be exploring the strategies of fighting fairly and will teach you a step-by-step guide for resolving conflicts…
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Episode 14: Letting go: Clearing out the clutter in your mind and your life
Do you feel overwhelmed by the clutter and disorganization in your life and your mind? Do you often find yourself not knowing where to begin with organization, tidying or letting things go? Do you mentally hang onto things as well, cluttering your mind? If this is you, listen in to learn how to...
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Episode 13: Pets: Can having one really boost your emotional and physical wellbeing?
Listen in as we discuss the physical and psychological benefits of owning a pet. We will discuss the research and history of animal companionship and we will explore all of the benefits of having a animal companion on your home.
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Episode 12: Building Self- Confidence
Do you want to know the secret to feeling more self-confident? Do you want to learn how to improve your belief in yourself? Listen in as we discuss the core components of self confidence and what you can do today to improve yours!
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Episode 11: Depression: Recognize the signs and move towards wellness
Depression is one of the most common mental disorders in the U.S. Research suggests that genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors play a role in depression. Listen in to learn about the signs and symptoms of depression, explore the levels of severity and learn options for...
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Episode 10: Boundaries: Where I end and you begin....
Join us as we talk about personal boundaries. What they are, how to identify them and how to move towards healthier personal boundaries for your well being. We will explore types of personal boundaries and how to assess if yours are too rigid, too porous or healthy. Discover how to set yourself...
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Episode 9: Unplug your Brain
Listen in to learn the emotional and physical benefits of unplugging from technology. Learn how to reconnect to yourself, family and friends and how to be more relaxed and productive.
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Episode 8: The Call of the Void.
Listen in to understand what intrusive thoughts are, how to identify when they are "the call of the void" and when they may be more.... Learn to identify when intrusive thoughts are causing distress and how to seek help.
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Episode 7: When motivation is lacking.....
Listen in as we discuss what to do when motivation is lacking in your life. Learn how to use the power of consistency to break through and reach your desired goals.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Exploring the psychology and science of behavior to improve your mental health and improve life balance. Listen to explore topics about health, psychology and human behaviors. We will inspire, encourage and offer usable approaches to impact your life in a positive way.
HOSTED BY
Dr. Christine Fair & Kaileigh Bowen
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