Normalize The Conversation by Inspiring My Generation

In this episode, Marci Hopkins opens up about her path to sobriety, transitioning from chaos to clarity, and the intense pressure on young adults to define their identity and future. guest: Marci Hopkins, author of “Chaos to Clarity: Seeing The Signs and Breaking The Cycles” and host of the weekly talk show, Wake Up With Marci. https://wakeupwithmarci.com/

In this episode, Tara delves into the therapeutic potential of psilocybin, highlighting when it’s not appropriate, her journey through multiple career changes, and how she empowers others to heal from trauma. guest: Tara Portelli, certified natural health practitioner, certified clinical hypnotist and founder of Arcadia Healing Sanctum https://www.arcadiahealing.ca/

In this episode, Dr. Suptra Tovar, clinical psychologist and registered dietician, shares practical tips for navigating the holidays with conversations about food and your body.

In this episode, we unpack the pressures of perfection and social comparison, explore the impact of intrusive thoughts, and discuss how embracing vulnerability can help us break free. Join us for a candid conversation on mental health, self-acceptance, and challenging the idea of perfection. guest: Hamza Islam, host of the Oh My Curry Goodness podcast.

In this episode, I sit down with Pat as we dive into the root causes of substance use, the gaps in our behavioral healthcare system, and the critical need for harm reduction and insurance parity. Join us as we explore why open conversations are essential to shifting perspectives and sparking real change. guest: Patricia Roos, a former sociology professor at Rutgers University who lost her son Alex to a heroin overdose in 2015. It was then, she shifted into activism, sharing her story in her book, “Surviving Alex: A Mother's Story of Love, Loss, and Addiction." https://www.patroos.com/

In this episode, I sit down with Naomi to discuss the profound impact mindset has on our mental health and daily life. Join us as Naomi shares her journey from personal crisis to advocacy, offering profound insights on mental reorientation and tackling today’s pressing issues. guest: Naomi Riley. After suffering a traumatic brain injury due to a distracted driver, Naomi’s recovery became a story of gratitude, perseverance, and mindset transformation. She is now an author, motivational speaker and consultant helping bring clarity and mind shift your focus. https://naomilriley.com/

In this episode, I spoke with Joanne about the unique challenges of raising two sons with disabilities and how a life-changing moment at the pediatrician’s office reshaped her entire journey as a mother. Joanne shares how lessons from her career as a modern dancer have influenced her coping tools, perspective, and approach to parenting. Join us for an inspiring conversation about resilience, adaptability, and finding strength in unexpected places. guest: Joanne De Simone, author of “Fall and Recovery: Raising Children with Disabilities through Lessons Learned in Dance” amazon.com/Fall-Recovery-Raising-Children-Disabilities/dp/1647427142

In this episode, I talked with Ihsan about his journey of finding purpose after the loss of a brother to suicide. Ihsan emphasizes the importance of creating supportive spaces where people leave feeling better and equipped with resources and underscores the need for self-care, mental health awareness, and tangible strategies to help individuals navigate their struggles. Guest: Ihsan Hines, Founder of My Brother’s Keeper Cares, My Brother’s Keeper Cares (MBKCares) promotes mental health awareness and suicide prevention through faith-based initiatives, art therapy, mentorship, educational outreach, fitness programs, and counseling resources. https://mbkcares.com

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is more than fatigue, it encompasses a wide range of symptoms, often stemming from burnout, that present as mysterious physical symptoms and it often takes years to diagnose. In this episode, I talked with Miguel about Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, the progression of his symptoms, his medical journey trying to understand the cause of becoming bedridden, the first doctor who believed his symptoms and the program he created to manage his recovery journey. Miguel Bautista, health advocate and the creator of the CFS Recovery program https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh610cYKG5yfXlTT8Se97Vg/featured

What does anxiety mean to you? How do your anxious symptoms manifest themselves? What do you use to cope with anxiety symptoms? In this episode, I talked with Kevin about anxiety, our experiences with it manifesting in both mental and physical symptoms, and the tools we use to manage it. guest: Kevin Baker, a certified life coach for teens https://lifecoachkevin.com/