Things that Can Result in Anxiety & Depression if Left Unaddressed--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/life-matters/support

5 Things to Remember When You're Overthinking

Nov 22nd, 2021 3m 13s

5 Things to Remember When You're Overthinking--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/life-matters/support

Ways to Check in Before Venting to Someone

Nov 13th, 2021 3m 53s

Checking in can help preserve your relationships. Holding space for them is just as important too.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/life-matters/support

Lying in Therapy

Nov 8th, 2021 3m 8s

Why do patients lie? 1. Embarrassed2. Admitting something means there is a consequence 3. Denial 4. Fear5. They want to please their therapist --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/po

Signs You Are Healing

Oct 30th, 2021 3m 31s

Healing is not black and white and looks different person to person. It is a process. Where ever you are in the healing process KEEP GOING FORWARD!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/life-matters/support

Self Love Language

Oct 25th, 2021 2m 21s

We have heard about love language but what about self-love language. Self-love language is applying the five love languages to our relationship with ourselves.Acts of ServiceReceiving GiftsQuality TimePhysical TouchWords of Affirmation-

Types of Compulsions

Sep 20th, 2021 4m 11s

Compulsions can be physical or mental. Compulsions are anything that is done to immediately remove the anxiety, doubt, physical discomfort, or uncertainty that comes from obsessions.The only way to break the obsessive-compulsive cycle is to pr

5 Things to Text Someone that is Having Suicidal Thoughts

Sep 11th, 2021 2m 56s

Knowing what to say is one of the hardest pats of supporting a suicidal friend. While you may not be a trained healthcare professional, you can still provide support to your friends suffering from suicidal thoughts. As always, encourage suici

"I'd Rather Bet on Myself: Workers are Quitting Their Jobs to Put Themselves First"

Aug 21st, 2021 8m 25s

Article: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/06/24/workers-are-quitting-their-jobs-to-prioritize-their-mental-health.htmlWebsite: www.lifemattersplus1.comIG: @lifemattersplus1Email: lifemattersplus1@gmail.com--- Support this podcast: https://podca

Things We Model for Our Kids Whether We Realize It or Not

Aug 14th, 2021 5m 15s

-How we handle mistakes-How we deal w/ frustrations-How we solve problems-How we take care of ourselves-How we apologize and repair-How we ask for help-How we speak up for ourselves and others-How we navigate conflict-How we care for th

Relationship Red Flags

Jul 31st, 2021 6m 36s

-Moves Too Fast-Keep Secrets/Very Vague-Puts You on a Pedestal-Master Manipulator-Too Clingy-Contrasting Core ValuesYouTube: https://youtu.be/iMPDGb31_DAWebsite: www.lifemattersplus1.comIG: @lifemattersplus1Email: lifemattersplus1@gmai

When You Start Dating Again

Jul 24th, 2021 4m 48s

-Worry Less About if They Like You-Rejection is not as personal as it feels-Stop choosing what isn’t choosing you-Ask Yourself: Would you be friends w/ this person if you weren’t physically attracted to them?-Stop being shocked by repeated

Evaluate, Make Decisions, & Delete

Jul 17th, 2021 7m 19s

Ask Yourself…-Is the way I use social media affecting my mental health negatively?-Do I follow accounts that make me feel that I have to follow certain social schemes?-Am I comparing my life/body/success w/ others?-Am I seeing posts that ma

How to Deal w/ Things You Can't Control

Jul 11th, 2021 4m 23s

In life there are many things we can't control. However, we can control how we respond. Here are some tips.YouTube: https://youtu.be/zlJn_uHuSY0Website: www.lifemattersplus1.comIG: @lifemattersplus1Email: lifemattersplus1@gmail.com---

Cognitive Distortions (Warped Patterns of Thinking)

Jun 13th, 2021 6m 57s

1. Catastrophizing2. All or Nothing Thinking3. Filtering4. Fortune Telling5. Emotional Reasoning6. Should Statements7. PersonalizationYouTube: https://youtu.be/OcMpmv6qNPUWebsite: www.lifemattersplus1.comIG: @lifemattersplus1Em

Someone’s Who Had Their Past Trauma Triggered May…

May 29th, 2021 4m 5s

1. Give a “big” reaction to something you consider “small”2. Dissociate and lose touch with their surroundings3. Present self-isolating behaviors4. Shutdown emotionally5. Avoid physical contact or express a desire to be left aloneYouT

Triggers

May 22nd, 2021 6m 10s

Triggers serve as messengers and protectors. They let you know where you may need to set a boundary or where you may need to continue to heal. They are physical reminders from your body to keep you safe when confronted with extreme stress and

Mental Health Update Pt 2 & Mental Health Awareness Month

May 15th, 2021 7m 21s

Back with not only a mental health update but to acknowledge May being Mental Health Awareness month. Mental health is one of the most stigmatized health issues that humans face across the world. The only way to destigmatize anything is to ta

Mental Health Update

Apr 17th, 2021 3m 59s

Note this was recorded Tuesday, 4/13. In a short period more instances as ones shared in this video have rocked our nation. This is me sharing my heart through transparency and vulnerability. YouTube: https://youtu.be/moqkX0W2gv4Website: ww

Impacts of the Pandemic

Apr 3rd, 2021 14m 24s

Now that it has been a year since the pandemic, many stories are being shared across platforms of the effects of Covid-19. I recently read an article that I think summed up a lot of the effects of Covid-19. This article can be found on the Pe

BUILDING YOUR SELF ESTEEM

Mar 20th, 2021 5m 44s

1. Pick Your Positives2. Find Ways to Improve Your Negatives3. Praise Yourself for Your Positives4. Set Yourself Achievable Goals to Improve Your Negatives5. Once You Achieved Your Goals Aim Higher6. Challenge Yourself Daily7. Brea

5 Things to Do When Your Teen is Depressed

Mar 13th, 2021 4m 48s

*There has been an increase in teen depression and suicide. Partially due to the pandemic. Here are 5 Things You Can Do When Your Teen is Depressed or a Teen you know is depressed.1. Talk to them, but most importantly LISTEN to them2. Em

A Message to the Church

Mar 6th, 2021 9m 24s

Let grace be your guide!YouTube: https://youtu.be/2fVz5e0Iz-gWebsite: www.lifemattersplus1.comIG: @lifemattersplus1Email: lifemattersplus1@gmail.com--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/life-matters/support

Boundaries

Feb 27th, 2021 17m 29s

Setting boundaries can be hard, but they are necessary. YouTube: https://youtu.be/HtlhcEP4B0YWebsite: www.lifemattersplus1.com IG: @lifemattersplus1 Email: lifemattersplus1@gmail.com--- Support this podcas

ACE: Adult Childhood Experiences

Feb 20th, 2021 5m 49s

It is time we stop saying that because one is a child they will get over it. When in fact they will not. The abuse and/or neglect will have adverse effects on into their adulthood.YouTube: https://youtu.be/t8y1aEbN60YWebsite: www.lifematter