Yellow Chair Collective: The Podcast

In the aftermath of the Monterey shooting, it is important that we come together to provide both ourselves and others with a safe and supportive environment.  Stanford psychologist, Dr. Christine Catipon, shares some tips for nurturing yourself after a traumatic event.  Trauma can cause a lot of stress and anxiety. In this video, we’re talking about ways to help you manage and heal trauma. Dr. Catipon shares techniques for self-care that can help you to begin practicing emotional rest. Time Stamps 00:00 Intro – Addressing Monterey Park 01:49 How to hold space for ourselves in this cultural moment? 05:57 Giving Ourselves Space to “be sad and upset” 10:41 Taking off “the mask” to impress 17:23 How to begin the journey of authenticity and self-discovery? 31:05 How can we honor our inner wisdom? 38:28 How can you distinguish actions driven by fear or love? Follow Yellow Chair  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yellowchaircollective   Website: https://yellowchaircollective.com/   Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yellowchaircollective    Follow Dr. Christine Catipon   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-catipon-psy-d-68a25969/   Asian American Psychological Association: https://aapaonline.org/   LA Times Article: https://www.latimes.com/lifestyle/story/2022-03-07/what-dr-christine-catipon-tells-her-filipino-american-clients

EMDR or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is a form of psychotherapy that helps people manage past traumas. Join Jaja Chen as they explore the basics of EMDR: what it is, how it works and how it can help with mental health issues. Find out more about the process, how to apply it to your life and how it can help you become a better version of yourself.   Time Stamps  0:00 Intro  0:30 What is EMDR?   08:10 Dysregulated Nervous System  14:15 Listening to our Body - What it means  28:21 Non-Linear Healing  36:22 Jaja's Book Recommendations   Follow Yellow Chair Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yellowchaircollective  Website: https://yellowchaircollective.com/  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yellowchaircollective  Jaja's Book Recommendations  1. My Grandmother's Hands: https://www.amazon.com/My-Grandmothers-Hands-Racialized-Pathway/dp/1942094477  2. Restorative Yoga by Dr. Gale Parker: https://www.amazon.com/Restorative-Ethnic-Race-Based-Stress-Trauma/dp/1787751856  3. Trauma Sensitive Yoga: https://www.amazon.com/Trauma-Sensitive-Yoga-Therapy-Bringing-Treatment/dp/0393709507/ref=sr_1_3?crid=37KTP0F1NY8O1&keywords=trauma+sensitive+yoga&qid=1674074516&s=books&sprefix=trauma+sensitive+yoga%2Cstripbooks%2C137&sr=1-3 Follow Jaja  Jaja's Website: https://jajachen.com/Jaja's  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jajachenlcsw/?hl=enJaja's  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaja-chen-lcsw-s-cdwf-07b09a59/

In this podcast episode, we will explore the importance of mental health and provide practical tips and strategies for improving and maintaining your mental well-being. We will cover a range of topics, including stress management, self-care, and seeking support when needed. Whether you're looking to improve your own mental health or support someone you care about, this video is for you. So join us as we delve into the world of mental health and learn how to prioritize and improve our mental well-being. Thanks for watching! Time Stamps 00:00 Disclaimer and Overview 01:36 Mission of the Podcast 02:20 What Historical Studies Say About Psychotherapy 04:17 What is mental health? 05:36 Long Term Physical Health & Mental Health 06:03 Why Some People Start Therapy 07:33 #1 Limiting Belief About Therapy 09:03 Self-Care is Productive 11:14 Self-care formula. 12:05 What to Expect from Season 4 Follow us Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yellowchaircollective Website: https://yellowchaircollective.com/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yellowchaircollective

Welcome to "Yellow Chair Collective: The Podcast" a podcast about all things mental health. Each episode, we sit down with experts in the field to discuss a wide range of topics, from anxiety and depression to trauma and grief. We also hear from real people about their own struggles and triumphs with mental illness. Join us as we explore the complex and often misunderstood world of mental health and work towards destigmatizing these important conversations.

Movies may reinforce outdated ideas of masculinity, leading to negative outcomes. We must challenge these stereotypes to create an inclusive environment. Awareness, recognition of diversity and actively unlearning these stereotypes are key steps.   Follow Yellow Chair Collective   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yellowchaircollective Website: https://yellowchaircollective.com/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yellowchaircollective

Summary: Toxic masculinity is a term that's often used but seldom defined. In this video, Yellow Chair Collective therapists come together to discuss what toxic masculinity is, how it manifests, and most importantly, how to heal from it. If you're looking to better understand toxic masculinity and how it has affected you or someone you know, this video is a must-watch.   ⏰ Time Stamps: 00:00  Introduction/Summary of Episode  00:33  Icebreaker: Most Embarrassing Moment  07:14  Social Media for Teens – Good or Bad?   12:57  How does Toxic Masculinity affect our Mental Health?  15:23  “Deviance from gender roles can become as a punishment in society”  22:29   Media Portrayal of what a “man” should be  27:51  The Pressure to Look Like “everyone else” – relational pressures   31:34  What does it mean to be a “Culturally Competent Therapist”?   Follow Yellow Chair Collective   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yellowchair... Website: https://yellowchaircollective.com/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yellowchairco... YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yellowchaircollective/videos

Krystl Fabella is a Filipina woman powerhouse elevating other women through her work as a motivational speaker and entrepreneur. In this video, Krystl shares her story and how toxic masculinity is holding women back.  Krystl is a role model not only for other Filipina women, but for all women who want to break through barriers and achieve their goals. Krystl's story is one of perseverance, determination, and strength – qualities that every woman can learn from! ⏰ Time Stamps  0:00 Summary Introduction of Episode   3:29 Krystl Recognizing Need to Cover Activism and Strides in Filipinx Community   08:57 Story of How “Filipina on the Rise” was created  19:12 Importance of Mentorship in Chasing Dreams   26:42 Pioneering a vision in the Asian American Community when there has never been an example  31:42 Krysl on unlearning colonization and toxic masculinity   38:21 Krystl - “As women of color Asian women we tend to make ourselves smaller to be pleasant to stay safe to not rock the boat”  52:54 How to Embody Change in Your Calling  57:32 Self-Compassion in Your Journey Follow Yellow Chair Collective   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yellowchaircollective/?hl=en Website: https://yellowchaircollective.com/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yellowchaircollective Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4SQwFuWv9cw

Summary  In this audio only episode, licensed therapist, Kat Chan, talks about how to overcome the pressure to follow society's expectations. She talks about how she dealt with the pressure to pursue a conventional career path and her unconventional path to becoming a therapist. This is an inspiring story for anyone who feels like they're not living up to their potential. ⏰ Time Stamps  0:00 Introduction of Kat  01:13 Icebreaker: How was your week?  06:12 Seeking First to Understand Where Someone is Coming From  07:37 Kat on Growing Up as a Kid  15:58 Career in Advertising   18:34 Six years Wrestling with Identity: Who am I?  41:20 Embracing Reinvention: Moving from New York to LA   43:53 Overcoming the Shame of Getting Fired   50:52 Leaving Advertising and Slowly Finding a New Path   1:01:04 Understanding that we are Part of Systems   Follow Yellow Chair Collective   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yellowchair... Website: https://yellowchaircollective.com/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yellowchairco... YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yellowchaircollective/videos

Summary We're excited to have Jeff Yeom join us on The Yellow Chair Podcast to talk about his work as a therapist and his personal journey. We sat down with Jeff to talk about how he continues to "do the work" every day as a sensitive Korean American man. Listen in as we discuss what it was like losing his father in high school and unlearning toxic masculinity messages he internalized growing up, while also discussing how he continues to do the work within himself. ⏰ Time Stamps   0:00 Introduction of Jeff   03:24 Funerals and Crying as a Man   04:52 Jeff: “I wasn't sure if it was healthy for men to be stoic.”   08:07 On Feeling deeply  11:42 Grief After Father Passing Away   15:40 Struggling with Anxiety and Depression in his teens   20:10 Looking for a “framework” for healthy masculinity   35:46 Normalizing feelings with other male friends   45:14 Vulnerability among Cis-gender, Straight Men  57:01 Practicing Self-Acceptance   Follow Yellow Chair Collective   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yellowchair... Website: https://yellowchaircollective.com/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yellowchairco... YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_YAbAKJLipq05zgT2dx7w

We kick off our first episode of Season 3 with fellow YCC therapist, Jack, Lam. Jack provides a renewed focus on toxic masculinity and healing. Jack gets vulnerable about their process of unlearning unhealthy standards and judgements that have hurt them in the past. ⏰ Time Stamps   0:00 Introduction of Jack   04:48 Jack on Experience Coming to America   07:56 Malaysian-Chinese Story   11:23 Collectivist Culture & Mental Health   19:20 Growing up Queer in Malaysian society  24:28 Intersectionalities between race, gender, education, and societal norms   27:02 Journey to Becoming a Genderqueer Asian Therapist  32:32 “Even though my life has been restricted and harmed by a lot of different systems, I'm still here and I can be that person that can make that change for other Generations or other people that might be struggling through someone.”   👋🏼 Follow Yellow Chair Collective   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yellowchaircollective/?hl=en Website: https://yellowchaircollective.com/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yellowchaircollective