

NotYourOrdinaryParts
Jalon Johnson
Welcome to Not Your Ordinary Parts. This podcast is an outward expression of my deep internal work that I felt compelled to share with anyone willing to listen. What I want to be conveyed most is relatability; I am an everyday guy trying to share the things I've learned on my journey being a flawed human. There will be mistakes, I'll be nervous, I might fumble my words, but maybe, just maybe.... I'll help someone because I was willing to be vulnerable. If you find anything here helpful, please share it.
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Host - Jalon Johnson
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Feb 24, 2023 • 49min
Episode 20: Don't Treat Symptoms - Heal Root Causes with Dr. Stacy Baker, Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Stacy Baker holds a doctorate in traditional naturopathy, a Master of Science in holistic nutrition, she's a Level 2 integrative health practitioner, a Functional Medicine Board Certification (AADP), she's trained in Vinyasa Yoga, she's a certified personal trainer, and is currently expanding her love of learning with the study of energy healing.
Connect with Dr. Stacy:
Instagram - @dr.stacy.nd
Website - www.vibewellness.biz
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Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life.
If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.

Feb 21, 2023 • 56min
Episode 19: A Collaborative Approach to Therapy with Natalie Kazarian, LMFT
Natalie Kazarian is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, developmental trauma, and behavioral struggles in children. Natalie’s approach to therapy is collaborative and she helps explore the thoughts, behaviors, and feelings that may be causing distress. She did such a wonderful job of explaining what therapy is and what can be expected throughout the healing process.
Connect with Natalie:
Instagram - @nataliekazarianmft
Website - www.nataliekazarianmft.com
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Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life.
If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.

Feb 17, 2023 • 1h 9min
Episode 18: I Want This to Work! with Elizabeth Earnshaw, LMFT, CGT
Navigating the challenges of a relationship is difficult, doing it while trying to cope with all the daily stressors of life can sometimes feel impossible. Over the last decade, Elizabeth Earnshaw has become one of today’s most trusted relationship teachers. Elizabeth is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Fellow of The American Association of Marriage & Family Therapy. She is the Head of Relationship Health at OURS, where she is working to make relational wellness mainstream & accessible, starting with premarital counseling. She also founded A Better Life Therapy, where she sees couples in her tailored weekend intensives. In addition to making couples therapy more accessible, she is the author of “I Want This To Work”. Elizabeth is also the host of Hash it Out on Good Risings where she offers advice to everyday relational conundrums. The tools, techniques, and advice she gives in this episode are worth their weight in gold!!
Connect with Elizabeth:
Instagram - @lizlistens
Website - www.elizabethearnshaw.com
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If this episode resonated with you follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and interact with the host, guests, and other listeners. Like, subscribe, follow, and share with anyone you think would find this helpful.
Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life.
If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.

Feb 14, 2023 • 53min
Episode 17: Healing Anxiety with Russell Kennedy, MD, BSc, RYT
Dr. Russell Kennedy, aka “The Anxiety MD” specializes in the art and neuroscience of helping people recover from anxiety disorders. He knows anxiety from the inside out, as he developed his own anxiety disorder as a result of growing up with a dad with severe schizophrenia. Dr. Kennedy has degrees and advanced training in medicine, neuroscience and developmental psychology —but it’s not all science, as he is also a certified yoga and meditation teacher and was a professional stand-up comedian for over a decade (no joke!) In his award-winning book and audiobook, ANXIETY RX, he shows a practical, actionable program for anxiety relief that incorporates a combination of the latest in neuroscience with the grounding wisdom of the body with the ultimate goal of relieving the anxious thoughts of the mind. Using neuroscience (think "The Body Keeps the Score") and blending that science with a more artistic approach he learned through living at a temple in India, taking psychedelics, and being a natural and gifted intuitive, Dr. Kennedy gives a unique and never before seen understanding of what anxiety truly is, and further, exactly how it can be successfully treated. Dr. Russ wants to make sure that nobody has to suffer with anxiety as he did.
Connect with Dr. Kennedy:
Instagram - @theanxietymd
Website - www.theanxietymd.com
Is there a guest you’d love to see on @notyourordinaryparts? Follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and tag them.
If this episode resonated with you follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and interact with the host, guests, and other listeners. Like, subscribe, follow, and share with anyone you think would find this helpful.
Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life.
If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.

Feb 10, 2023 • 53min
Episode 16: The Stigma Surrounding Black Mental Health with Tosin Akindele, LMSW
Tosin Akindele is a licensed therapist and author who takes a trauma-focused approach that works to understand how the experience of trauma impacts an individual's mental health, behavior, and overall well-being. First and foremost, his practice is based on providing a safe space and Tosin is extremely passionate about disrupting the negative stigma around mental health in communities of color.
Connect with Tosin:
Instagram - @therapy4usbyus
Website - www.therapy4usbyus.com
Is there a guest you’d love to see on @notyourordinaryparts? Follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and tag them.
If this episode resonated with you follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and interact with the host, guests, and other listeners. Like, subscribe, follow, and share with anyone you think would find this helpful.
Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life.
If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.

Feb 7, 2023 • 1h 17min
Episode 15: Navigating Grief and Loss with Shea Wingate, Licensed Therapist, Grief Coach
Shea Wingate is a licensed therapist and also a grief and loss coach who helps equip her clients to be able to maneuver through the fog, understand the changing relationship with loved ones, and grow around loss. After losing her father, mother, and older sister within a 13-month period, her identity was shaken and made her realize that grief means saying goodbye to your loved ones and also saying goodbye to a version of yourself. Shea knows that no one will ever fully know your pain, but her goal is to equip her clients with tools and to help redefine their experience of grief.
Connect with Shea:
Instagram - @thegriefgirlie
Website - www.thegriefgirlie.com
Is there a guest you’d love to see on @notyourordinaryparts? Follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and tag them.
If this episode resonated with you follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and interact with the host, guests, and other listeners. Like, subscribe, follow, and share with anyone you think would find this helpful.
Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life.
If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.

Feb 3, 2023 • 48min
Episode 14: Reconnecting Back to Yourself with Dr. Kelly Vincent, Psy.D., Holistic Psychologist
Dr. Kelly Vincent is passionate about treating the WHOLE person. She believes that mental and emotional struggles not only reside within the mind but also in the body. Dr. Vincent is the founder of a holistic group practice, Nourished Wellness Group, that offers a collection of holistic modalities to support her patient’s care. Her goal is to help guide and support her clients while empowering them to reconnect back to themselves.
Connect with Dr. Vincent:
Instagram - @dr.kellyvincent
Website - www.drkellyvincent.com
Is there a guest you’d love to see on @notyourordinaryparts? Follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and tag them.
If this episode resonated with you follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and interact with the host, guests, and other listeners. Like, subscribe, follow, and share with anyone you think would find this helpful.
Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life.
If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.

Jan 31, 2023 • 58min
Episode 13: Decentering Schooling to Center Humanity w/ Nikolai Pizarro, Author, Educator, Advocate
Nikolai Pizarro, of Raising Readers, is an author and educator who has been teaching Black & Latina parents how to create high-quality literacy environments —at home & EARLY since 2010. Nikolai helps parents center HOME as the Epicenter of Learning, Healing, & Belonging. In this episode Nikolai debunks the idea that the school system prepares us for "the real world" and also touches on the pressure and stress that the school system as a whole put on students and families that seems to have been normalized. This was a very eye-opening conversation!
Connect with Nikolai:
Instagram – @raisingreaders
Website - www.fromhighchairtofreedom.com
Is there a guest you’d love to see on @notyourordinaryparts? Follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and tag them.
If this episode resonated with you follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and interact with the host, guests, and other listeners. Like, subscribe, follow, and share with anyone you think would find this helpful.
Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life.
If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.

Jan 27, 2023 • 52min
Episode 12: Functional Medicine Optimal Health with Dr. Marcus Cirelli, CFMP, DC
Dr. Marcus Cirelli is functional medicine doctor well versed in gut health, autoimmune disease, and healing root causes instead of treating symptoms. He specializes in getting to the root cause of conditions and looks for underlying factors that contribute to disease processes. Dr. Cirelli uses individualized health programs for chronic conditions such as autoimmune disease, thyroid disorders, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, digestive disorders, heart disease, and hormonal dysfunctions. Dr. Cirelli knows his stuff and he's helped me so I can speak from my own personal experience. This episode is for anyone looking to improve their overall health and provides reasons and answers!Connect with Dr. Cirelli:Instagram - @drmarcuscirelliWebsite - www.balanceholistichealthcenter.comIs there a guest you’d love to see on @notyourordinaryparts? Follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and tag them.If this episode resonated with you follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and interact with the host, guests, and other listeners. Like, subscribe, follow, and share with anyone you think would find this helpful.Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life.If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.

Jan 24, 2023 • 42min
Episode 11: Living in Recovery with Dr. Amy K. Williamson, EdD, LCPC
Dr. Amy Williamson is a holistic therapist who specializes in trauma and CPTSD with over 20-years’ experience. Dr. Williamson helps her clients access their full potential in a realistic and meaningful way that allows them to find the answers that lie within. "Shame thrives in secrecy" was one of the nuggets she dropped! This was a really great interview and we talked about things that I believe everyone can benefit from!
Connect with Dr. Williamson:
Instagram - @dr.amy.k.will
Is there a guest you’d love to see on @notyourordinaryparts? Follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and tag them.
If this episode resonated with you follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and interact with the host, guests, and other listeners. Like, subscribe, follow, and share with anyone you think would find this helpful.
Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life.
If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.


