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The middle of life is a busy and often stressful time. We are working, and often caring for both our children and our parents. It can get overwhelming. It's never too late, though, to learn new ways to manage our stress and take care of ourselves. Join me to learn how to stay calm and find clarity during the middle of our lives. As a doctor, a mom, and a person over in midlife herself - I've learned a lot I want to share with you.
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Send us a text Real happiness isn't about feeling joyful every minute, but intentionally creating space for positive emotions in our daily lives. Research confirms that people who practice happiness-supporting routines report higher life satisfaction, reduced anxiety, and better resilience during difficult times. • Mindfulness means fully paying at…
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Send us a text When life's stresses become overwhelming, we often freeze in place, doom scrolling through social media and news which only locks us deeper into inaction and despair. Breaking free from this frozen state begins with taking one small positive action, which creates invisible cracks in the ice and gradually builds momentum toward meanin…
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Mind Over Matter: You Are Not Your Thoughts
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Send us a text Discover how to transform your relationship with your thoughts and cultivate mindfulness. We discuss why observing, labeling, and letting thoughts pass can lead to greater mental freedom. • The concept of thought awareness and its relevance in midlife • The practice of noticing thoughts without identifying with them • Practical steps…
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Embrace the Paradox: Finding Peace in Holding Two Truths
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Send us a text This episode explores the significance of embracing internal conflicts and understanding how to hold two truths simultaneously. By acknowledging cognitive dissonance, listeners can achieve personal growth, strengthen relationships, and navigate the complexities of life with greater emotional flexibility. • Recognizing the struggle be…
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Rewiring Your Brain with the Practice of Gratitude
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Send us a text Gratitude emerges as a powerful tool in combating life's chaos and negativity. By implementing simple practices, such as acknowledging one thing you're thankful for daily, you can enhance your overall well-being and satisfaction in life. • Exploring the concept of negativity bias and its effects • Reviewing research indicating benefi…
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Don't Assume the Worst: The Stories our Brain Tells Aren't Always True
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Send us a text We often jump to conclusions and take on unneeded stress. Our minds "fill in the blanks" to create the worst-case scenario for simple misunderstandings. In this episode, we will talk about a simple three-step method to help retrain our brains to assume others have benign intent and avoid a lot of unnecessary worry. Support the show…
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Break the Argument Cycle: Go From Conflict to Connection
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Send us a text Caught in repetitive and frustrating conversations with loved ones? Discover the transformative power of validation. As a medical doctor and the mother of teenagers, I've been through a lot. I'll share how validation can reduce defensiveness and foster meaningful connections. Drawing from dialectical behavioral therapy and my journey…
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