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E 101: Caring versus codependency - which one is it?
we're diving into a summary of Chapter 2 from Terri Cole's incredible new book, Too Much: A Guide to Breaking the Cycle of High-Functioning Codependency. If you've ever felt that relentless push to do more, give more, and be more, often leaving you feeling drained and unseen, then this is for…
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E100: “Too Much” taking a look at high functioning codependency
Episode Summary: In this 100th episode, the podcast delves into the book "Too Much: A Guide to Breaking the Cycle of High-Functioning Codependency" by Terri Cole, specifically focusing on Chapters 1 and 2. The host explores Cole's redefinition of codependency, moving beyond the traditional...
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E99: “Stumbling Into Happiness" by Daniel Gilbert
Podcast Summary: Exploring "Stumbling Into Happiness" by Daniel Gilbert** In this episode, we delve into the intriguing insights found in Daniel Gilbert's bestselling book, "Stumbling Into Happiness." Gilbert, a renowned psychologist, takes us on a journey through the science of happiness,...
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E98: “Set it and Forget it” Are you ready to transform your sleep?
E98: “Set it and Forget it” Are you ready to transform your sleep? By Daniel Erichsen In this episode of the Self-improvement book club Podcast, we explore the paradox of insomnia and the key principles from the book "Set It and Forget It." Discover how focusing on sleep can actually hinder it…
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E97: Eating Disorder Group Therapy
Episode Summary: Join us for a fascinating conversation with the authors of "Eating Disorder Group Therapy," Carolyn Karoll, LCSW-C,CEDS-C (therapist) and Adina Silverman, MS, RD, LDN (dietician). We delve into the unique benefits and challenges of using group therapy to treat eating disorders,...
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E96: "The Couples Communication Handbook." By Raffi Bilek
Guest: Raffi Bilek, LCSW-C About Raffi: Licensed Clinical Social Worker Couples Therapist and Expert in Communication Director of the Baltimore Therapy Center Author of The Couples Communication Handbook: The Skills You Never Learned for the Marriage You Always Wanted found here:...
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E95: Recovering in Recovery by Shelby John
Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive deep into Shelby John's book, Recovering in Recovery, and explore her unique perspective on sobriety and personal growth. Shelby shares her personal journey to sobriety and how she discovered the importance of addressing underlying trauma and building...
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E94: Empath by Judy Dyer
Episode Overview: In this episode, we embark on a journey into the fascinating world of empaths, guided by Judy Dyer's insightful book, "Empath." We explore the unique challenges and extraordinary gifts of these highly sensitive individuals, delving into the science, the struggles, and the...
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E93: The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
Episode Description: Join us as we delve into the alarming rise of anxiety among young people, exploring the insights from Jonathan Haidt's book, "The Anxious Generation." We'll uncover the factors contributing to this mental health crisis, including overprotective parenting, the pervasiveness of...
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E92: “How to Meet Your Self” by Dr. Nicole LePera
In "How to Meet Your Self," Dr. Nicole LePera provides a roadmap for self-discovery and breaking free from ingrained patterns. The workbook emphasizes the importance of conscious awareness and understanding how our "habit self," shaped by past experiences, influences our present behaviors. LePera...
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E91: Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents by Lindsay C. Gibson
In "Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents," Lindsay C. Gibson delves into the profound impact of growing up with parents who struggle with emotional intimacy. These parents, while often providing for basic needs, may unintentionally leave their children feeling emotionally neglected and...
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E90: “Hidden Potential” by Adam Grant - section 1
Ever wondered why some people seem to effortlessly achieve greatness while others struggle to reach their full potential?Join us as we delve into Adam Grant's groundbreaking book, "Hidden Potential," and explore the surprising science behind extraordinary accomplishments. In this episode, we'll...
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E89: The Mountain Is You - Chapter 7
In "The Mountain is You," Brianna Wiest challenges us to evolve from self-sabotage to self-mastery. This transformative journey involves recognizing our role in hindering our own progress and taking charge of our lives. The book delves into the difference between suppressing and controlling...
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E88:"How to Win Friends and Influence People” by Dale Carnegie
5 Timeless Principles for Building Strong Relationships from "How to Win Friends and Influence People" In Dale Carnegie's classic self-help book, "How to Win Friends and Influence People," he offers timeless wisdom for building rapport and fostering positive connections. Here are 5 key takeaways…
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E87: The Mountain Is You, Chapter 6: Healing Past Trauma & Embracing Your Future Self
The mountain is you chapter 6: Healing Past Trauma & Embracing Your Future Self Episode Description: Are you ready to shed the weight of past traumas and step into the most powerful version of yourself? In this episode, we dive deep into Chapter 6 of Brianna Wiest's transformative book, "The...
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E86: Rest!
Rest: Why You Get More Done When You Work Less" by Alex Soojung-Kim Pang explores the importance of rest and leisure in enhancing productivity and creativity. Here are the main points: The Importance of Rest: Contrary to the popular belief that more work leads to greater productivity, the book...
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E85: “In an Unspoken Voice," Peter Levine, the developer of Somatic Experiencing®
In "In an Unspoken Voice," Peter Levine, the developer of Somatic Experiencing®, explores how trauma affects the body,brain, and psyche. He argues that trauma is not just a psychological issue but also a physiological one, leaving an imprint on our nervous system. Levine's book emphasizes that…
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E84: “I Am Glad My Mom Died” by Jeanette McCurdy
Finding Healing and Body Positivity with guest Zohaa Awan who is an intern therapist at Stride Forward Counseling https://strideforwardcounseling.com Description: In this episode, we delve into the poignant journey of self-discovery and healing explored in the book "I'm Glad My Mother Died." We...
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E83: “The Mountain is You” chapter 5
In Chapter 5 of "The Mountain is You," Brianna Wiest focuses on the concept of letting go and emphasizes that healing from past trauma is not about forcing yourself to forget. Here are some key takeaways: Focus on the present: While acknowledging the past, the chapter emphasizes that true healing...
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E82: “Your Real BMI: Better Me Index." By Cynthia Schaefer
Are you tired of fad diets and feeling overwhelmed by confusing health advice? Today, we're diving into a revolutionary approach to well-being with Cynthia Schaefer, author of "Your Real BMI: Better Me Index." Cynthia's book challenges the limitations of the traditional BMI and proposes a new...
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E81:”Bigger Than Fear” by Mike Oglesbee
Guest: Mike Oglesbee, Success Mindset Coach and Author of "Bigger Than Fear" Website: Mike Oglesbee: https://mikeoglesbee.com/ Social Media: Facebook: Author Mike Oglesbee: https://facebook.com/authormikeoglesbee YouTube: Mike Oglesbee: https://www.youtube.com/@mike_oglesbee TikTok:...
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E80: The Mountain Is You, chapter 4
“The Mountain Is You" is authored by Brianna Wiest. In Chapter 4, Wiest delves into the concept of emotional intelligence, emphasizing its significance in personal development and growth. She likely explores various aspects of emotional intelligence, such as self-awareness, self-regulation,...
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E79: Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman
I review the book Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman. This book delves into the importance of understanding and managing emotions to succeed in life. Goleman argues that EQ (emotional quotient) can be more critical than IQ (intelligence quotient) in determining personal and professional...
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E78: The Mountain is You - Chapter 3
In Chapter 3 of "The Mountain Is You," Brianna Wiest shifts focus from recognizing self-sabotage to actively transforming it into self-mastery. The chapter offers practical strategies for letting go of destructive patterns and cultivating a more empowered mindset. We've all been there. That knot…
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E77: Burnout by Emily & Amelia Nagoski
Burnout. Many women in America have experienced it. What’s expected of women and what it’s really like to be a woman in today’s world are two very different things—and women exhaust themselves trying to close the gap between them. How can you “love your body” when every magazine cover has ten…
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E76: The mountain is you - Chapters 1 & 2
The Mountain Is You: Brianna Wiest The Climb Begins: This excerpt introduces the central metaphor of the book: the mountain as an obstacle representing internal struggles and self-sabotage. We learn that it's not solely external challenges that hold us back, but also our own unconscious patterns...
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E75: This Naked Mind - thinking of doing dry January? You should read this book.
Cheers to a new year filled with growth, change, reading, and self-discovery! In this inaugural review for 2024, I am excited to share insights from "This Naked Mind" by Annie Grace, a profound exploration into the effects of alcohol on the brain and the societal narratives surrounding it. As we...
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E74: Best 4 books that created change in my life in 2023
I talk about the top 4 books so read in 2023: first up, Sober Curious. The most impactful part of "Sober Curious" may vary for different readers, but a significant aspect is the challenge to reevaluate one's relationship with alcohol and consider the potential benefits of sobriety. Warrington's...
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E50: 7 Habits of highly effective people - Habit 2 begin with the end in mind
I reviewed Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind is based on imagination—the ability to envision in your mind what you cannot at present see with your eyes. It is based on the principle that all things are created twice. There is a mental (first) creation, and a physical (second) creation. By using…
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E73: The Whole Brained Child
I review the book "The Whole-Brain Child," by Dr. Daniel Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson. This book offers a revolutionary approach to parenting based on the latest breakthroughs in brain science. They argue that traditional methods of discipline and reward often miss the mark because they fail to...
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E72: 8 rules of Love
I review Jay Shetty's insightful book "8 Rules of Love," in which he delves into the complexities of love, offering a roadmap for navigating its various stages and fostering meaningful connections. Drawing upon ancient Vedic wisdom and modern psychology, Shetty presents eight guiding principles…
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E71: Set boundaries with Family this Holiday season
From the book “Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself," I talk about how to set boundaries with family this holiday season. Author, Nedra Glover Tawwab, a licensed therapist and relationship expert, provides a comprehensive guide to understanding and establishing healthy...
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E70: The Four Agreements A Toltec Wisdom Book
I review the book “The Four Agreements, A Toltec Wisdom Book BY DON MIGUEL RUIZ.” THE FOUR AGREEMENTS 1. Be Impeccable With Your Word - Speak with integrity. Say only what you mean. Avoid using the word to speak against yourself or to gossip about others. Use the power of your word in the…
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E69: Originals by Adam Grant
I review the book “Originals” and summarize the main points. In his thought-provoking book "Originals: How Nonconformists Move the World," Adam Grant delves into the world of originality, exploring the qualities and behaviors that enable individuals to generate groundbreaking ideas and champion...
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E68: Calming an Overactive Brain
And this podcast will talk about how to calm an overactive brain and how stress, fear, and anxiety play your overactive brain. Stress is a physical, mental, or emotional response to a demand. It can be caused by a real or perceived threat, challenge, or change. Stress can be positive or negative,...
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E67: Making Great Relationships by Rick Hanson, PhD
I reviewed and summarized the key ideas from Rick Hanson's book Making Great Relationships: Strong relationships are essential for health and happiness. They depend on continually nurturing intimacy, respect and compatibility. Express more gratitude, affection, admiration and joy with loved ones....
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E66: The Gap and The Gain by Benjamin Hardy and Dan Sullivan
The Gap and The Gain by Benjamin Hardy and Dan Sullivan: The Gap and The Gain argues that it's important to focus our energy on our potential future rather than our past. The "gap" refers to the space between where we are now and where we could be. The "gain" means what we will get by focusing on...
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E65: 7 Habits of Highly Effective People- Habit 7
The 7th habit from Stephen Covey's book "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" is Sharpen the Saw. It is about renewing oneself physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Covey argues that in order to be effective in all areas of our lives, we need to take care of ourselves. This…
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E64: The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel
I interviewed John Collins a Business start up executive about the book The Psychology of Money by Morgan Houses. This is a book that explores the psychology of money and how it affects our financial decisions. Here is a summary of the book in bullet points: Money is a tool. Money is not a goal…
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E63: Habit 6 of 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Habit 6 from the book 7 habits of highly effective people by Stephen Covey is all about synergy. To “synergise,” is all about recognizing that two heads are better than one when it comes to problem-solving. When people work together to find solutions to challenges, they bring with them different...
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E62: How to Forgive with Radical Compassion
I review the book Radical Compassion by Tara Brach. I focus on the chapter about forgiveness and how to forgive yourself and others with the practice of RAIN. In this heartfelt and deeply practical book, the author offers an antidote: an easy-to-learn four-step meditation that quickly loosens the...
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E61: Gratitude and the law of attraction
This is part two of my review of the book “The last law of attraction book you’ll ever read” by Andrew Kapp. How does Gratitude fit in with the Law of Attraction? So, it’s safe to say that if you want to attract great things into your life, you need to “vibrate” at a high frequency to do that,...
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E60: The Last Law of Attraction Book You'll Ever Need To Read
Part 1 of reviewing the book: The Last Law of Attraction Book You'll Ever Need To Read. Everything you want has been waiting for you. And it wants you just as much. The time to claim it all has finally arrived. This is The Last Law of Attraction Book You’ll Ever Need To Read. This book includes…
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E59: Habit 5 of “The 7 habits of highly effective people”
I review Habit 5 of “The 7 habits of highly effective people” by Stephen Covey. The Habit of Empathic Communication Communication is the most important skill in life. You spend years learning how to read, write, and speak. But what about listening? What training have you had that enables you to...
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E58: 7 types of energy vampires and how to protect yourself as an empath or sensitive person
I continue to review the book the end past survival guide life strategies for sensitive people by Judith Orloff, MD. In this episode, I focus on how to protect your energy from energy vampires, such as narcissist, or other toxic people that can come into your life and drain or harm you.
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E57: The Empath's Survival Guide: Life Strategies for Sensitive People - part 1
I reviewed the book by Judith Orloff “The Empath's Survival Guide: Life Strategies for Sensitive People” where I talk about the empaths challenges with health, addiction, over eating alcohol, relationships and more. I also talk about what it means to be an empath, and the two different types of...
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E56: 7 Habits of highly effective people - Habit # 4: Think Win-Win
In the book 7 Habits of Highly Effective people by Stephen Covet, I review Habit # 4, Think Win-Win. Most situations are part of an interdependent reality, and then Win/Win is the only viable alternative of the six paradigms of human interaction. Think of Win/Win as the bait of interpersonal...
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E55: Why Marriages Succeed or Fail: And How You Can Make Yours Last
I review the book “Why Marriages Succeed or Fail: And How You Can Make Yours Last” by John Gottman. Dr. Gottman teaches you how to recognize attitudes that doom a marriage which are things like contempt, criticism, defensiveness, and stonewalling. This book provides communication tips and advice…
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E54: Life Is in the Transitions: Mastering Change at Any Age
I review the book “Life Is in the Transitions: Mastering Change at Any Age” by Bruce Feiler. is a guidebook to weathering the big changes we may experience in our lives, from getting divorced to starting a new job, from coping with illness to winning the lottery. These major transitions can cause...
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E53: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
I review the book Think and Grow Rich which is a self-help book written by Napoleon Hill and published in 1937. The book argues that anyone can achieve success if they have the right mindset and are willing to work hard. Hill identifies 13 principles that he believes are essential for success,...
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