Best Safe At Home Physical Therapy Podcasts (2025)

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#49 Moving In After Long-Distance & Suddenly She’s There - Q&A With Tamara & Dennis 28:29

8d ago28:29

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In this episode of Hearts Wide Open, hosts Dennis and Tamara delve into the complexities of relationships, particularly focusing on the dynamics of living together. They explore the importance of communication, understanding emotional triggers, and maintaining individuality while navigating the challenges that come with cohabitation. The conversati…

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#48 Long-Distance Relationship To Living Together: Challenges I Didn't Expect When Moving In As A Couple 26:10

22d ago26:10

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Moving in together sounds like a dream—but for many men, it can also be an emotional rollercoaster. In this episode of Hearts Wide Open, Dennis opens up about the mental and emotional shift of going from long-distance dating to sharing a home. From unexpected doubts to communication struggles and moments of real growth, we explore the messy and bea…

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#47 Quitting Alcohol Transformed My Life: How To Reach Your Goals, Transform Your Life & Hack Your Brain With Coach Reiss 37:20

1M ago37:20

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Reiss talks about how he quit drinking for the first time. On this episode of Hearts Wide Open, The Men's Health Podcast, Dennis sat down with Reiss Silva, personal trainer and coach to world champions, medalists and world record holders and regular men just like you! Reiss opens up about the journey of quitting drinking, giving up alcohol for the …

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#46 Turning 33: Men, Aging & the Pressure to Have It All Figured Out 17:39

2M ago17:39

17:39

Men’s mental health and aging as a man—what a combo. In this special birthday episode, Dennis turns 33 and dives headfirst into what it really feels like to be a man in his 30s, reflecting on life not quite going as planned, the weird pressure to "have it all figured out," and the little existential crisis that can sneak up with every passing year.…

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#45 Heart Health for Men: The Hidden Risks You Can’t Ignore | Heart Disease Prevention Secrets 27:49

2M ago27:49

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Most men ignore their heart health—until it’s too late. Don’t be one of them. Discover the secrets to heart health for men and learn heart disease prevention strategies that could save your life. In this episode of Hearts Wide Open, the Men's Health Podcast, host Dennis sits down with Michelle Routhenstein, a leading cardiology dietitian and preven…

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#44 Why Going Home Feels Like Going Backwards – And How to Change That 11:19

3M ago11:19

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Going home as an adult can feel like stepping back in time. No matter how much we’ve grown, family dynamics and personal growth often clash, making us feel like a younger, outdated version of ourselves. In this episode, I share my experience of visiting home while staying in a BnB instead of my childhood home—and how it completely changed my relati…

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#43 Resilience Is My Superpower & How It Can Be Yours Too With Paul Doughty 39:49

3M ago39:49

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Resilience isn’t something we’re born with. Resilience can be developed. How? That’s exactly what we talked about with Paul Doughty! Paul is a published author who’s just released his new book “Resilience My Ultimate Superpower: Empowering Young Lives to Overcome Challenges”. We asked Paul what resilience means to him, what role resilience plays in…

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2. From Scouting Marlboro Film Locations to (Literally) Running Into the Queen Half-Naked: Wild Tales from a Lifetime of Adventure with Philip Atkins at 67 1:45:09

4M ago1:45:09

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Send us a text Hello, and welcome to Stories for Supper! I’m beyond excited to share this episode with you—it’s one that truly embodies the spirit of adventure, resilience, and lifelong curiosity. 📖 Today, we’re sitting down with Philip Atkins, an explorer, entrepreneur, and storyteller who has lived a life filled with adventure—from Yosemite to Mo…

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#42 From Getting Rejected By A Therapist To Actually Getting Help - Franz's Story 59:34

4M ago59:34

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Franz tried to get therapy for the first time and got rejected on the phone. On this episode Franz opens up about his story and how he stayed on course to eventually get professional help. He also talks about shame and shows us a new perspective, how shame is part of all of our life's in ways we sometimes cannot see. Today Franz changes the way we …

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#41 My Friends Saved My Life! How To Build & Maintain Lasting Friendships With Ruan 54:32

4M ago54:32

54:32

How do you successfully build and maintain lasting friendships? And how can a friendship evolve when it's over a long physical distance? Is this even possible? Dennis sat down with his longterm long-distance friend Ruan in Brazil to discuss friendship and more! Did you know that 1 in 5 men say that they do not have a single friend? His friends form…

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#40 From Blaming Parents & Villainizing Your Partner To Solving Problems TOGETHER With Nikki 56:42

5M ago56:42

56:42

Soroosh sat down with Nikki from the Hearts Wide Open Family and discussed a variety of issues and topics related to relationships. Nikki is a psychologist and somatic movement coach who's recently joined the Hearts Wide Open family and supports us in organizing events for our community online and offline in the Netherlands. Wanna join one of our e…

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#39 Our Year In Review & Wishes For 2025 | Join The Hearts Wide Open Team Call 59:48

5M ago59:48

59:48

Join our end of year team call where we review the year, look back at a big Movember month and what we wish for ourselves and everyone else in 2025. This one is a relaxed behind the scenes call where we go through some of these questions. We wanted to share this call with you to let you get to know the hearts wide open team behind the scenes. We wi…

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1. Orphanage Memories: How Shirley Smith Found Home Among the Disciplinarians, Hard Work, and Bobby Pins of the Montana State Orphanage 1:11:39

6M ago1:11:39

1:11:39

Send us a text 👋 Hi there, and welcome to Stories for Supper! I’m so excited to share this episode with you—it’s one that really touched my heart and left me reflecting on the incredible resilience of the human spirit. 📖 Today, we’re chatting with Shirley Smith, a remarkable 93-year-old woman whose childhood was shaped by life in the Montana State …

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#38 Gaining Clarity & Guidance With Ayahuasca? How Plant Medicine Helped Cris Improve The Relationship With His Mom 46:58

6M ago46:58

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Salsa teacher Cris unpacks his recent Ayahuasca experience with Dennis! Hear about how he got to taking the substance and what it ultimately did for him in healing the relationship with his parents. Note that this is Cris' personal experience and Ayahuasca can be different for every individual. When parents grew up with tough love and have a hard t…

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#37 "I Didn't Believe In Myself At First!" How Anyone Can Become Confident In Public Speaking With Jelmer 52:56

6M ago52:56

52:56

Pro public speaker Jelmer and Soroosh sat down to talk about his rocky path of becoming a public speaker! Jelmer was interested in speaking as a kid then started doubting himself due to what other people believed, but eventually ended up going for it anyway years later. In between, Jelmer went through a corporate career that almost made him burn ou…

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#36 From Childhood Menace To Embracing Emotional Freedom & Therapy With Stijn 42:18

7M ago42:18

42:18

Dennis sat down with Stijn Herpers from the Man-up club to talk about Stijns story, what shaped him, how he is dealing with moving out of his parents and more. Stijn truly showed up for this one and opened up about sabotaging himself and his relationships, why he started the Man-up club and therapy at the age of 17. This conversation is truly whole…

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Trailer: Stories for Supper - Reminiscing with the Wise & Tips to Keep Aging Loved Ones Safe, Strong, and Independent 1:29

7M ago1:29

1:29

Send us a text 🎙️ Hello, and welcome to Stories for Supper! 🎙️ I’m your host, Sara Shum 👋, a doctor of physical therapy who’s had the joy of working in home health and hospice care. Over my time in patients’ homes, I’ve had the privilege of enjoying fun, back-and-forth banter and discovering that every single person carries a lifetime of unique, of…

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#35 Cycling Around The Globe For Mental Health: How Physical Activity Supports Mental Well-Being With Juriaan 45:28

7M ago45:28

45:28

Dennis interviewed Juriaan, a Dutch man who is travelling around the globe by bicycle! You've heard right! By B-I-C-Y-C-L-E. You probably know that Dutch people love to get from a to b by bicycle, but what makes a person want to do that around the entire planet? This is exactly what we've asked Juriaan in this episode. He talks about his motivation…

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A Journey Through Lewy Body Dementia with Brooke and Rafael 14:13

8M ago14:13

14:13

Join our conversation with Brooke and Rafael as they recount their journey from the first signs of dementia to finding the right medical care. Their story is a testament to the power of early intervention and the importance of understanding complex symptoms, such as REM sleep disorder. Through honest dialogue, Brooke and Rafael offer a wealth of in…

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#34 How To Deal With A Person That's Always Negative? Surviving Negative People & Energy 37:19

8M ago37:19

37:19

We explore the hidden ways negativity can manifest in our lives and how we can recognize when someone’s negative attitude is a reflection of their own struggles or just a part of who they are. Feeling Tense? It Might Be the People Around You. Have you ever noticed tension in your body that seems to linger for days, weeks, or even months? Sometimes,…

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#33 PSOAS & What Happens When We Express Emotions With Priscilla 55:24

8M ago55:24

55:24

We interviewed our yoga teacher about her philosophy, the PSOAS muscle and how it stores emotions that want to be released and how we can learn this. Priscilla talks to us about the light and shadow, the yin and yang, why she loves working with men and what a healthy man is to her. We discover why it’s so important to restore the balance and create…

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#32 This Is How I Transformed My Life - Finding Purpose, Direction & Alignment With Personal Values, Intentions & Daily Rituals 43:39

9M ago43:39

43:39

Life moves in cycles and this episode is testament to that. Dennis has been through a transformational experience at the start of the month, which realigned him to his purpose and values, brought him back on track in terms of the direction he was taking in life and left him with clarity of what his north star is. Dennis takes you on a journey throu…

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#31 What Is Attachment Theory, How Do I Know My Attachment Style & How Does This Help My Relationships? 45:25

9M ago45:25

45:25

In this episode, we talk about attachment theory. Attachment theory talks about how we attach in romantic relationships with a partner and how it relates to the love and care we receive as a baby or child. Our guest is Rita Bliven. Rita has a lot of experience in the field of attachment theory and opens up about her own personal story on attachment…

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#30 Overcoming Self-Sabotage & Unlocking My True Potential Without Setting Myself Up For Failure 33:34

10M ago33:34

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In this episode, Soroosh gives the definition of self-sabotage from a technical point of view. How sometimes we set high goals for ourselves and set ourselves up for failure. Are you also inspired by the success story of other people and plan to wake up at 4 am, and then fail? Do you criticise &set high expectations for yourself? We talk about how …

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#29 I Deleted Instagram 2 Years Ago: How He Did It & How It Changed Lenny’s Life 35:26

11M ago35:26

35:26

Lenny shares about his decision to quit Instagram and delete the app on this episode of the Hearts Wide Open Podcast. He deleted Instagram over 2 years ago and talks about the process and impact it has on him today. We also discuss other social media platforms like Twitter / X and how they have changed. We all choose what type of content we consume…

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#28 Authentic Conversations With Anyone: Valuable Lessons From Our Men's Circle 35:01

11M ago35:01

35:01

Ever wondered why it seems so hard to have an authentic conversation #realtalk with one of your friends, a family member or maybe even a stranger you've just met? Then this episode is for you! In this episode we not only discuss why it can seem so hard to finally see and really talk each other through the thick surface of small talk, people pleasin…

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#27 What We Learned In 1 Year Of Podcasting About Men's Health & Men's Mental Health 43:08

11M ago43:08

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Hearts Wide Open is celebrating its first anniversary! 1 year podcasting about men's health and men's mental health related topics. In this episode hosts Soroosh and Dennis are getting interviewed by former guest Tamara and look back at their highlights, lowlights, learnings and take aways from 1 year of hosting a men's health podcast.The two not o…

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#26 Childhood With An Abusive Parent (2/2): How Alican Saved Himself & How Setting Boundaries Helped Him 41:03

12M ago41:03

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In this episode, Sooroosh and Alican delve into the reality that everyone faces low moments in life, times when the weight of challenges can feel overwhelming. It's crucial to recognize that these experiences are part of the human condition and do not reflect personal failure or weakness. Seeking help is a courageous step, not a sign of inadequacy.…

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#25 Growing Up With An Abusive Parent (1/2): How Growing Up With My Mom Impacted My Development & Self-Worth With Alican 43:40

12M ago43:40

43:40

In this powerful episode, Soroosh and Alican dive into the complex and often painful reality of toxic relationships with parents during the teenage years and even adulthood. As a teenager, dealing with toxic parental dynamics can be particularly challenging. The pressure to meet unrealistic expectations, constant criticism, and a lack of emotional …

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#24 Why Doesn't She Want Me? Dealing With Rejection, Perfectionism & Blaming Ourselves 55:55

1y ago55:55

55:55

In this episode we tried something new! If you're able to, definitely check out the video version of this episode on Spotify or YouTube, because we're PAINTING as we have this conversation about a variety of thought-provoking topics that we as young men are faced with. It helps us a lot, if you take a moment to let us know what you think about this…

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#23 The Modern Dad: How To Be A Good Father, When I’m Still Dealing With My Own Childhood? Equal Parenting With @Vollblutvater 57:15

1y ago57:15

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On this episode Soroosh and Dennis sat down with Lukas aka @vollblutvater who is an advocate for the equal parenting model and sharing his experience as an involved father on his social channels. Lukas explains what equal parenting or shared care means for him and his wife and why they chose this model. He shares about building a father son connect…

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#22 Performance Pressure At Work - Where Does It Come From And How Do We Experience Pressure Today? 57:54

1y ago57:54

57:54

Soroosh had a talk with a friend recently and thought he'd bring the topic to the podcast to dive deep and discuss our thoughts on the pressure to perform. What is pressure to perform? What types of pressures are there that we can experience and where do they come from? How do these pressures affect us today and how do we still attach to them? We d…

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#21 From Consultant To Working At The Zoo For A Happier & More Purposeful Life: This Is How Daley Did It 57:21

1y ago57:21

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We talked to Daley who went from being unhappy as a strategy consultant to working at the zoo. He talks about the dark side of being a strategy consultant, how he discovered his passion for animals and how working at the zoo feels more aligned to his purpose, which ultimately makes him much happier. Daley opens up about how being a "nice guy" worke…

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#20 Men Can Get Se*ually Abused? How We Use Language To Distance Ourselves From Our Old Selves 38:06

1y ago38:06

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Have you ever consciously or subconsciously talked about a past event using third person language? This can mean different things like creating distance to our past self because it doesn't serve us anymore or we evolved from this person. Take a moment and think about it. Why am I using third person language here? We also talk about s*xual abuse on …

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#19 The Impact Of P*rn On Men & Evolving To Who I Really Am - We Had Coffee With An Award-Winning Barista 1:27:50

1y ago1:27:50

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We invited Jaideep to the pod and the conversation that unfolded left us speechless 🤯 Jaideep is an award-winning barista at Wide Awake Coffee in Brussels by day, but he is so much more than that and you can witness this in his thoughts about a wide range of topics related to men's health. He's been working on evolving and becoming his best self a …

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#18 Visiting Our Younger Selves Through Creative Writing & Hearts Wide Open Behind The Scenes Reflections 41:45

1+ y ago41:45

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Grab a pen and paper and join us on this episode, where we dive into the power of journaling. We begin the episode with some general chit chat between men, exchanging ideas and thought and our reflections on how the journey has been for Hearts Wide Open: From starting our first podcast 6 months ago, to regularly releasing better and better episodes…

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Exercise as Medicine - Janet Kearns' Approach to Conquering Parkinson's 22:59

1+ y ago22:59

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When Janet Kearns first faced the reality of Parkinson's, it wasn't just a diagnosis—it was a shadow of her mother's own struggle with the same disease. On the Parkinson's Empowerment Podcast, Janet's profound story unfolds, revealing how denial morphed into determination. Through the echoes of the past and the challenges of a global pandemic, Jane…

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#17 Feeling Vs. Releasing Emotions - What Is Emotional Release? What's The Difference Compared To Feeling Emotions? We Asked An Emotional Release Expert! 1:09:21

1+ y ago1:09:21

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On this episode we talk with Leon who's currently in training to become a neo-emotional release facilitator. Dennis and Leon met on a retreat last summer where they instantly connected as "tent buddies" in the camp. Leon's energy and capacity to hold space for people and their emotions is inspiring. Together we were able to go deep into our own emo…

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Val's update 1 year later -Her Knockout Approach to Living with Parkinson's (She is Still Taking her Meds on Time ) 16:00

1+ y ago16:00

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Val Muse is back, and her story is nothing short of empowering. When we last spoke with her, Val was navigating the early stages of Parkinson's disease, harnessing the power of the LSVT Big physical therapy program to manage her symptoms. Fast forward to today, and Val's journey has led her to the high-energy punches and uppercuts of Rock Steady Bo…

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#16 I Need A Break - From Realizing To Coping With Feeling Overwhelmed In Life: This Is How It Went 1:00:20

1+ y ago1:00:20

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Ever felt like you need to take a step back? There's too many things going on in your life and you know it can't go on like this? That's what Soroosh started to feel, before he took a break from a few things in his life, to get back focus and peace of mind. Now he's recharged and ready to go at it again.In this episode Soroosh takes us through the …

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#15 Help! I Think I'm Traumatized - What Is Trauma, Where Does Trauma Come From And How Can I Cope? Conversation With A Traumatherapist 48:42

1+ y ago48:42

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Have you ever asked yourself whether we may all carry some sort of trauma with us? How do I know whether I have trauma? What is trauma and where does it come from? We'll dive into this and more with Tamara who is a Corporate Health Manager and Traumatherapist in training. Soroosh and Dennis met Tamara this past summer whilst on their trip to Portug…

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#14 Spending Time With Family Over Holidays! Interview With A Psychologist 58:32

1+ y ago58:32

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This episode is perfect for you, if you're with family for the holidays and experiencing some sort of struggle or anxiety about it. In this epsiode Dennis interviews one of his oldest and best friends Jakob. Jakob is also a world traveler, journalist, political scientist, activist and so much more. Tune into this one as the two friends are having a…

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#13 Self Love, Routines, Addictive Personality And Other Life Challenges - Interview With Enes 41:42

1+ y ago41:42

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In this episode, podcast host Dennis interviews Enes who he's met at the Men's Retreat this summer. #04 What Happens At A Men's Retreat? Join us, as Enes shares about his ongoing journey with self-worth, self-love and self-acceptance. The two discuss Enes' current training and focus in Spain, as he shares some valuable insights on changing his envi…

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Transforming Lives with Parkinson's: The Power of Urban Polling's Activator Poles 27:32

1+ y ago27:32

27:32

Ever wondered how a tool as simple as walking poles could transform the lives of those battling Parkinson's disease? Brace yourself for an enlightening conversation with Joy Cochran, a clinical evidence specialist for urban polling. Discover the fascinating history of urban polling and the unique features of activator poles that have become game-ch…

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#12 Authentic Self-Expression: Why Does It Matter? How Can We Express Ourselves Authentically? With Examples From Our Own Lifes 44:42

1+ y ago44:42

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Join us for a deep dive into the world of self-expression. In this episode, Dennis and Soroosh explore the reasons behind expressing ourselves and share real-life examples of the different ways they personally like to express who they are and how they experience this. From verbal communication to ecstatic dance, discover the many dimensions of self…

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#11 Running And Mental Health - How I Experienced My Longest Run Ever Physically And Mentally 45:32

1+ y ago45:32

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This episode is special! Why? Because it's Movember? Because it's number 11? Yes, but also: Soroosh challenged himself last week! He's never been a "runner", but now he calls himself one! Why? How? That's exactly what we'll be discussing in this episode. Join us as Dennis interviews Soroosh on running the Haarlem Urban Trail, the why behind his dec…

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#10 What Surfer Mentality Can Teach Us On Being In The Moment - Going On A Conscious Vacation 40:39

1+ y ago40:39

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Join us on our 10th episode! What a milestone and what an opportunity to talk about the holiday that Dennis and Soroosh went on most recently. They said it themselves: Let's go on an active holiday Let's limit social media and phone usage Let's connect with each other, but also connect with strangers like you would on a solo trip Dennis and Soroosh…

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How StrivePD is Changing the Game in Parkinson's Treatment 20:30

1+ y ago20:30

20:30

You've heard of smartwatches tracking your steps, but what about tracking Parkinson's symptoms? That's the reality with StrivePD, an incredible app developed by the team at Rune Labs. In a unique conversation, Brianna unveils how this free app, compatible with the Apple ecosystem, enables Parkinson's patients to closely monitor their symptoms, incl…

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#09 How Far Can You Push Yourself? - Movember Award Winner Anil Toraty On The Power Of Running As A Tool To Cope With Mental Health 37:22

1+ y ago37:22

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Movember Distance Award Winner Anil Toraty, who's embarking on an incredible challenge this November, as he has committed to run 600km throughout the month to support men's mental health through his #Movember600 campaign. Discover why and how he pushed boundaries last year, running 465km and raising over £…

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Navigating Swallowing Difficulties in Parkinson's with Brittany Peck, SLP, of BPeck Speech and Swallowing 20:55

1+ y ago20:55

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Join us on a fascinating journey with Speech Language Pathologist, Brittany Peck, as we unravel the complexities of swallowing and what people with Parkinson's may be experiencing. Brittany's expertise illuminates how the reduction of dopamine, can lead to a slow-down in the oral musculature, causing difficulties in swallowing. Yet, as we learn, th…

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