Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes

Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction to Brain Vagus Nerve HP Axes and Neurotransmitters00:05:02 - The Physiology of Stress and Inflammation00:10:29 - The Role of the Amygdala and Risk Management00:15:47 - The Gut Microbiome and Mental Health00:20:41 - The Role of the HPA Axis in the Stress Response System00:26:24 - The HPT Axis and Hypothyroidism00:32:03 - The Effects of Trauma and HPA Axis Dysfunction00:37:28 - The Role of Neurotransmitters and Hormones in Mood00:43:01 - Neurochemicals and their Effects on Mental Health00:48:43 - Exploring the Connection between Body and Mind Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters:00:00:00 - The Impact of Attitude on Health and Mood00:02:42 - The Power of a Hardy Attitude00:05:16 - The Relationship between Hardy Attitudes and Nutrition00:07:51 - Developing Cognitive Resilience00:10:11 - Cognitive Flexibility and Improvisation00:12:46 - The Power of Hardy Attitudes00:15:12 - Focusing on the Strengths in Relationships00:17:46 - Focusing on Gratitude and Embracing Dialectics00:20:25 - Focusing on What You Can Control00:23:04 - Impact on Health and Relationships Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Explore the intricate functions of the endocannabinoid system and its interactions with other bodily systems. Learn about the role of CB2 receptors in inflammation reduction and the effects of cannabinoids on hunger, mood, and memory regulation. Discover the potential treatment targets of the endocannabinoid system and the impact of Omega-3 on stress reduction.

Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction to icbt and the limitations of icbt apps00:02:44 - Coping with Anxiety and Depression Symptoms00:05:34 - Recognizing Signs of Distress and Rewiring Your Thoughts00:08:19 - Recognizing Signs of Distress00:10:59 - Practicing Distress Tolerance Skills00:13:57 - Identifying Cognitive Distortions00:16:33 - Reframing Distorted Thoughts00:19:28 - Challenging Distorted Thinking Patterns00:22:01 - Exploring Prior Experiences and Beliefs00:24:50 - Using Apps vs Applying the Rewire Approach Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters:00:00:00 - Symptoms of Abandonment Anxiety and Insecure Attachment00:03:06 - Understanding Splitting and Clinging Behavior in Relationships00:06:22 - Communication and Love Languages for Abandonment Anxiety00:09:57 - Abandonment Anxiety and Dysregulation00:13:36 - The Stress Response System and Abandonment Anxiety00:17:06 - Controlling Behaviors and Feeling Safe00:20:55 - Setting Boundaries in Relationships00:24:19 - Projection, suspicion, and abandonment anxiety00:27:57 - Supporting Someone with Abandonment Anxiety00:31:29 - Relationship Support for Caregivers and Loved Ones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters:00:00:00 - Grief, Loss, and Trauma: Understanding the Connection00:07:19 - The Impact of Inflammation on Pain Tolerance and Sleep00:14:19 - Managing Anxiety and Grief00:21:05 - Understanding Behavior as Communication00:28:06 - Triggers and Grief during the Holidays00:34:56 - Coping with Triggers During the Holidays00:42:02 - Coping with Stress During the Holidays00:48:41 - Allowing for Feelings and Seeking Help00:55:16 - coping with holiday triggers01:01:47 - Dealing with Triggers and Stressors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters:00:00:00 - Coping with Holiday Stress and Triggers00:02:38 - Signs of Relapse During the Holidays00:05:21 - The Effects of Substance Use on the Body00:07:47 - Practicing Mindfulness During the Holidays00:10:15 - Developing Tools for a Positive Mindset00:12:49 - Dealing with Cravings and Longings00:15:27 - Potential Triggers in Old Places00:18:08 - Preparing for the Holiday Season00:20:35 - Dealing with Loneliness and Unacceptance00:23:17 - Finding Meaning in the Present Moment00:25:41 - Coping with Grief and Stress during the Holidays00:28:24 - Safeguarding Your Power and Coping Strategies00:31:13 - Managing Triggers During the Holidays00:33:54 - Finding Joy in Giving to Others During the Holidays00:36:27 - Finding Comfort in Community00:39:09 - Mindful Eating Strategies for Holiday Gatherings00:41:46 - Coping with Holiday Triggers00:44:14 - Taking care of mental health during the holidays00:46:54 - Finding Free Activities for the Holidays00:49:23 - Supporting Mental Health During the Holidays00:51:57 - Addressing Rejection, Isolation, and Failure Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters:00:00:00 - Being in a Relationship with PTSD or CPTSD00:03:37 - Withdrawal and Isolation00:06:55 - Helping Others through Traumatic Experiences00:10:06 - Accommodating Hyper Vigilance00:13:46 - Helping People with Trauma and Sleep Difficulties00:17:09 - The Impact of Traumatic Injury on Attitudes and Perceptions00:20:14 - Understanding Numbing and Dysregulation in Trauma00:23:43 - Compassion for the Exhausted00:27:26 - Supporting People with Trauma00:30:48 - Impact of Loved Ones' Mental Health on Yourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters:00:00:00 - Life Lessons from Plants00:01:12 - The Power of Nurturing Small Ideas00:02:29 - Meeting Plant Nutritional Needs00:03:36 - Meeting Individual Needs for Growth and Development00:04:47 - The Importance of Individual Characteristics and Micro Systems00:06:02 - Adapting to Our Environments00:07:11 - Adapting to Changes in the Economy, Politics, and Social Media00:08:24 - Adaptation and Efficiency in Plants00:09:34 - The Importance of Circadian Rhythms in Sleep and Health00:10:39 - The Importance of Solid Friendships and Health00:11:52 - The Impact of Mood on Those Around You00:13:01 - The Purpose of Weeds in the Garden00:14:12 - Choking out Biodiversity00:15:18 - The Importance of Mutualism in Plant Growth00:16:26 - Taking Advantage of Different Levels of Soil Structure00:17:45 - Adapting to Different Environments00:18:59 - The Effects of Daylight on Plant Growth00:20:08 - Adapting to Survive: Lessons from Plants00:21:20 - Support the Channel00:22:26 - Pruning Weaknesses and Managing Energy00:23:37 - Vulnerability to Stress and Mental Health00:24:50 - The Healing Power of Time00:26:02 - Life cycles and energy allocation in plants00:27:12 - Thriving in Synergy with the Surroundings00:28:28 - The Role of Smell in Plant Defense and Reproduction00:29:40 - What Would Plants Do? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters:00:00:00 - Being in a Relationship with Someone with Generalized Anxiety00:00:49 - Coping with Generalized Anxiety00:01:55 - Symptoms and Support for Generalized Anxiety00:03:04 - Understanding Generalized Anxiety Disorder00:04:09 - Identifying Triggers for Worry00:05:13 - Managing Anxiety and Vulnerabilities in Different Settings00:06:19 - Understanding Irritability and Mental Awareness00:07:33 - Addressing Poor Sleep Hygiene00:08:27 - Strategies for better sleep00:09:37 - The Fight or Flight Response and Vulnerability to Threats00:10:43 - The Impact of Poor Sleep on Exhaustion00:11:48 - Restlessness and Anxiety00:12:53 - Managing Anxiety Triggers and Symptoms00:13:59 - Symptoms of Persistent Anxiety00:15:05 - The Effects of Anxiety on Physical Health00:16:17 - Managing Pain and Stress00:17:21 - Helpful Strategies for Better Focus and Productivity00:18:27 - Gut Microbiome and Upset Stomach from Anxiety00:19:35 - Supporting Your Loved One with Anxiety00:20:41 - Managing Anxiety and Anger in Relationships00:21:44 - Identifying Triggers and Vulnerabilities00:23:01 - Supporting Someone with Anxiety00:23:58 - Supporting a Loved One with Anxiety00:24:58 - Coping with Anxiety and Supporting Others Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices