Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes

Discover how emotional motivation plays a crucial role in addiction and mental health treatment. The podcast discusses the link between addictive behaviors and emotional numbness, emphasizing the need to confront unpleasant emotions. Listeners learn about the cycle of triggers that can perpetuate negative feelings. The impact of these emotions on physical health, particularly the immune system, is also explored. Strategies for self-reflection and encouraging positive change towards emotional well-being are highlighted throughout.

Chapters:00:00:01 - Enhancing Affective Motivation in Addictive Behaviors00:02:56 - Addictive Behaviors to Feel Something00:03:16 - The Impact of Emotions on Mental Health00:03:40 - The Connection Between Emotions and the Immune System Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters:00:00:00 - Exploring Physical Motivation in Addiction and Mental Health Treatment00:02:47 - Exploring the Benefits of Changing Behavior Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Explore how changing negative behaviors can improve relationships. Learn how certain behaviors can lead to rejection and relationship issues. Discover the impact of relationships and self-esteem on addictive behaviors. Find out how incorporating happiness can support recovery. Engage in activities that bring joy to boost neurotransmitters. Enhance attitude, decision-making, and focus through cognitive strategies. Understand the role of environmental motivation and the positive impact of recovery on relationships.

Dive into the fascinating world of motivation and personal growth. Discover the PACER model and its role in driving meaningful life changes. Learn about the impact of environment on motivation and how dopamine influences our desire to change. The discussion also highlights the challenges faced by those in recovery, encouraging listeners to pinpoint areas for transformation. It's an engaging exploration of how to enhance motivation for a richer, more fulfilling life.

Chapters:00:00:01 - Defining a Healthy Relationship00:01:00 - The Cookie Metaphor: Enhancing Relationships with Positives and Negatives00:02:44 - Enhancing Each Other: Sugar Cookies and Caramel00:04:24 - Toxic Mix: Sugar Cookies and Rotten Eggs00:05:06 - Setting Boundaries in Relationships00:05:35 - Vulnerabilities and Triggers in Codependency00:08:29 - Knowing the Real Person00:10:41 - Setting Boundaries in New Relationships00:11:15 - Establishing Emotional and Cognitive Boundaries00:14:04 - Assertive Communication and Emotional Regulation in Relationships00:16:48 - Radical acceptance and distress tolerance skills00:17:29 - Listening without defensiveness to disagreement00:19:01 - Support us in our mission00:19:23 - Avoiding relationships in recovery00:19:36 - Codependency in Relationships and Work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters:00:00:00 - Signs of Co-dependency in Children00:02:48 - Helping children cope with separation anxiety00:04:13 - High rejection sensitivity and codependency in children00:05:43 - Differentiating rejection of ideas from rejection of the person00:08:37 - Recognizing Codependency in Children00:11:38 - Developing Distress Tolerance Skills00:12:52 - The Need for Control in Children00:14:18 - Self-Blame and Guilt in Child Codependency00:14:24 - Exploring the Child's Belief of Fault00:17:08 - The Risk of Codependency for Children00:20:04 - Promoting Mindfulness and Communication Skills00:22:56 - Recognizing Codependency in Children00:25:44 - Understanding Codependency and its Causes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters:00:00:00 - Tips for Responding After a Disaster00:02:45 - Dealing with Anxiety and Powerlessness during a Storm00:05:33 - Maintaining a Schedule in Shelters00:06:20 - Trauma and the Impact on People in Shelters00:07:29 - Being Compassionate and Curious in the Face of Emotional Reactions00:08:07 - Losses and Challenges for People in Shelters00:08:22 - Anxiety and Stress in Shelters00:11:16 - Trauma Triggers and Disrupted Sleep in Shelters00:14:11 - Coping with Stress and Ambiguity00:17:02 - Communication Challenges in Stressful Situations00:19:57 - Physical and Emotional Effects of Stress00:22:36 - Emotional Impact of Disasters on Individuals00:24:00 - Coping with Powerlessness in High-Stress Situations00:24:43 - Effects of Stress on Children (Birth to Two Years)00:25:32 - The Influence of Caregiver's Emotional States on Children's Behavior00:26:38 - The Impact of Parental Coping on Children's Coping00:27:29 - Clinginess and Separation Anxiety in Preschoolers00:27:58 - Reenacting Traumatic Events in Preschool Play Activities00:28:17 - Emotional Responses in Preschoolers after a Disaster00:30:07 - Physical Complaints in Children after a Disaster00:30:40 - Intense Preoccupation in School-Aged Children after a Disaster00:31:08 - Understanding Children's Reactions to Disasters00:34:00 - Understanding Oppositional Behavior during Disasters00:35:28 - The Seven Habits in Shelters00:36:51 - Focusing on What's Important in Your Life00:42:24 - Creating a Positive Environment in Shelters00:45:15 - Radically Accepting What Cannot Be Changed00:48:10 - Unhooking from Negative Thoughts00:50:53 - Strategies for Managing Anger and Irritability00:53:43 - Supporting Children's Emotional Well-being after a Disaster00:56:36 - Strategies to Address and Understand Climate Change Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters:00:00:03 - Understanding Codependency and Its Origins00:02:49 - The Development of Codependent Behaviors00:05:40 - Communicating Codependent Behaviors and Triggers00:08:39 - Supporting Your Partner's Inner Child00:11:31 - Managing Anxiety and Anger in the Present Context00:14:21 - Counseling and Parenting Children Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters:00:00:00 - Coping with Reactions to Hurricanes00:05:42 - The Impact of Mobile Device Dependency00:06:19 - Increased Irritability in Stressful Environments00:06:51 - Managing Rejection Sensitivity00:07:22 - Recognizing Reactions Stemming from Personal Situations00:07:53 - Anxiety for Loved Ones in Storm's Path00:08:16 - Coping with Apprehension and Distraction00:08:35 - Managing Stress during a Hurricane00:11:23 - Coping Strategies for Children during a Storm00:14:19 - Finding Safety in Storm Surge Threats00:17:23 - Empathy and Understanding in Stressful Situations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices