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May 14, 2020 • 49min

77: Astrology, Zodiac Signs, & Understanding Your Birth Chart - with Lisa Stardust, NYC-Based Astrologer

Lisa Stardust is a New York City-based astrologer who is known for her pop culture horoscopes. Lisa acts a guide for clients to help navigate them through finances, relationships, and other important facets of life.With an organic approach to creating personal magic, you will find her frequently using herbalism.In this fun, lighthearted episode, Lisa shares her knowledge on astrology, the different houses, understanding one's birth chart, and more.Feel free to give Lisa a follow to learn more.FOLLOW LISA:INSTA: @lisastardustastroTWITTER: @LisaStardust_WEBSITE: www.LisaStardust.comSTAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com
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May 7, 2020 • 52min

76: Growing Up with a Narcissistic Parent - with Roxanna Safdia, Founder of The Black Sheep Survives

Roxanna Safdia is the founder of The Black Sheep Survives. She has been consulting victims and survivors of abuse since 2016. Roxanna has earned her Master of Science in Conflict Analysis and Resolution. She lives in Houston, TX with her husband and 9-year-old twins.In this episode, Roxanna opens up about her experience growing up with a narcissistic parent. She defines what narcissism is and signs that you may be dealing with a narcissistic. We also touch on gaslighting, generational trauma, the effects of emotional abuse, reparenting, reconnecting with one's inner child, self-love, and more.There is so much to unpack in this episode. Please feel free to reach out to Roxanna or myself to let us know what you were able to takeaway from our discussion.With Mother's Day coming up, that can be a triggering time for many people. We hope you know you're not alone.FOLLOW ROXANNA:INSTA: @theblacksheepsurvivesWEBSITE: www.theblacksheepsurvives.comSTAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com
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Apr 30, 2020 • 36min

75: Viewing Life as an Experiment

In this solo episode, I touch on the idea of living life as an experiment - seeing our failures as learning experiences and truly embracing one's journey - the good and the bad.We're so hard on ourselves, believing that we have to have life figured out. In reality, the whole point of life is making all the mistakes, learning from them, giving ourselves a safe space to reflect and grow, and then repeat.Don't let the fear of failure or judgment keep you from taking risks and from living your truth. Do you want to limit yourself or do you want thrive?STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com
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Apr 23, 2020 • 54min

74: Accountability in Relationships & Working Through Childhood Messages - with Thomas Gagliano, MSW, Author of The Problem Was Me

Thomas Gagliano holds a Master’s degree in social work, Bachelor’s degree in business, and a C-MAT certificate in drugs and alcohol. He is also the author of The Problem Was Me, with Dr. Abraham Twerski, and Don’t Put Your Crap in Your Kid’s Diaper: The Clean Up Cost Can Last a Lifetime.As a young man, Thomas became a successful entrepreneur with a proven track record in small business ventures in the greater New York area. About 20 years ago, Thomas started to spend less time in the business world and more time helping those who suffered, as he did, from negative childhood messages. “I believe that experience and expertise go hand in hand."Thomas is a regular on many Sirius XM radio networks, on the TBN television network, along with some others.His expertise is teaching a methodology which has helped many individuals, couples, and parents build healthier relationships with themselves and with each other. Today, Thomas is a key note speaker and facilitates groups for recovering addicts; he consults with couples, as well.In this episode, Thomas dives deep into the importance of self-awareness and taking accountability in relationships. We also touch on emotional intimacy, letting go of the victim mentality, reparenting and reflecting on our childhood messages, and more.FOLLOW THOMAS:INSTA: @theproblemwasmeWEBSITE: www.thomasgagliano.comBOOKS: The Problem Was Me ; Don't Put Your Crap in Your Kid's DiaperSTAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com
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Apr 16, 2020 • 53min

73: Emotional Wellness & Setting Emotional Boundaries - with Dr. Anna Kress, Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Anna Kress is a licensed Clinical Psychologist with over fifteen years of experience providing psychotherapy. She completed her training as a Postdoctoral Fellow in Princeton University and is in private practice in Princeton, NJ. Dr. Kress provides therapy for young adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, and trauma. She also writes a blog and presents workshops that focus on emotional health, spiritual wellness, and manifesting goals. Her work has been quoted and featured in a variety of media, including Cosmopolitan, SUCCESS, Girlboss, Teen Vogue, Yoga Journal, Shape, Parents, and Women’s Health. In this episode, Dr. Anna defines emotional wellness, the importance of embracing one's emotions, recognizing one's triggers, toxic positivity, the difference between observing vs. absorbing emotions, and setting emotional boundaries, especially during quarantine.FOLLOW DR. ANNA:INSTA: @drannakressWEBSITE: www.drannakress.comSTAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com
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Apr 9, 2020 • 57min

72: Reclaiming Your Body & Awakening Your Inner Power - with Julianne Vaccaro, Somatic Sexologist

Julianne Vaccaro is a Certified Somatic Sexologist and Women's Holistic Health & Life Mentor out of Denver, Colorado. Through gut & hormone supporting nutrition, natural supplementation, feminine embodiment, and trauma reprogramming, Julianne guides women to create their dream life in a body they love. Through Julianne's founded methodology, the Goddess Approach™, she walks with women through healing the deepest layers of their soul to come safely home in their body to reclaim a life of Purpose, Freedom & Pleasure.Julianne wants as many women as possible to feel safe in their bodies, to feel comfortable in their skin and in who they are, to be able to fully express in their most authentic way, and to feel erotically empowered.In this episode, we discuss trauma healing and understanding our core wounds, reflecting on our physical and emotional boundaries, getting over sexual shame, awakening our feminine and inner goddess, being curious about our bodies, and more.Overall, Julianne believes in working from the inside out and how building a positive relationship with our bodies intertwines with all aspects of our lives.FOLLOW JULIANNE:INSTA: @juliannevaccaroWEBSITE: www.juliannevaccaro.com/PODCAST: The Reclamation ProjectSTAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com
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Apr 2, 2020 • 1h 9min

71: Prioritizing Sleep & Understanding Sleep Cycles - with Patrick DeNicola, Sleep Efficiency Specialist

Patrick DeNicola is a Sleep Efficiency Specialist. In his own words:"A great man once asked me, 'Is it divine action to give to those who have not asked to receive?' My journey to holistic wellness living started under the guidance of my father, who through practices of nutrition, meditation, karate, tai chi and knowledge of ancient history and philosophy, helped me lay a foundation of self-realization. Though hidden underneath, this foundation grounded me once revealed and pushed me towards transformation. As I started this path, first came the physical changes using strength training and calisthenic movements combined with nutrition I was able to transform from slightly over weight and out of shape to peak physical condition. In training my body, my mind soon followed expanding curiously in search of more finding the greater truth of balance in life using transformative tools of yoga, meditation, and self inquiry to guide this balance towards even greater improvement of my quality of life. Now, I guide others into similar studies involving the self, helping them along the path of transformation and bringing this experience to any who like me inquires deeper into life."In this episode, we touch on the impact of sleep on our everyday performance, mental health, and overall wellbeing.Patrick also shares the negative effects of external stimulants, such as excessive caffeine, what happens when we use our phones in bed, and more on blue light. He also shares his knowledge on the different sleep cycles and stages, along with the amount of sleep we should all aim for. FOLLOW PATRICK:INSTA: @patzensleepWEBSITE: www.liveplena.comSTAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com
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Mar 26, 2020 • 37min

70: Staying Strong Through the Uncertainty

We're all feeling afraid, confused, anxious, and lost on what's next. With that said, I hope you know you're not alone.In this episode, I share my current experience with social distancing, staying at home, and dealing with my anxious thoughts at this time. The unknown can be terrifying; as hard as it is, we should aim to embrace the situation for what it is and do our part.Please stay home and do your part. We are in this together.Sending you all love and light.STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com
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Mar 19, 2020 • 56min

69: Autoimmune Diseases & Getting Through a Pandemic - with Dr. April Moreno, Ph.D., Professional in Public Health and Autoimmune Integrative Wellness

Dr. April Moreno is a researcher and professional in public health and autoimmune integrative wellness. She is the host of the Sisterhood of Limitless Living podcast and is the founder and executive director of the Autoimmune Community Institute. She lives in Southern California with her husband and giant schnauzer service dog, Wellington.In this episode, Dr. April shares her knowledge and thoughts on the novel coronavirus, precautions to take, ways to keep one's immune system up at this time, and the importance of taking care of our mental health. She also shares her experience living with an autoimmune disease and the supportive community she's created for others.Through her work, Dr. April is able to incorporate her knowledge on public health with the wellness space. She believes in practicing mindfulness, and gives tips in this episode on ways to do so.FOLLOW DR. APRIL:INSTA: @doctoraprilwellnessWEBSITE: www.aprilmorenophd.com PODCAST: doctoraprilwellness.podbean.comSTAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com
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Mar 12, 2020 • 57min

68: Sexual Self-Awareness & Owning Your Sexuality - with Dr. Alexandra Solomon, Author of Taking Sexy Back

Alexandra H. Solomon, PhD, is the author of Taking Sexy Back: How to Own Your Sexuality and Create the Relationships You Want (February 2, 2020; New Harbinger) and Loving Bravely: 20 Lessons of Self-Discovery to Help You Get the Love You Want (2017; New Harbinger), which was featured on the TODAY show. Alexandra lives in the greater Chicago area, where she is a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Psychology at Northwestern University. She is also a licensed clinical psychologist at The Family Institute at Northwestern University, a regular contributor at Psychology Today and an international speaker and teacher whose work has been featured on five continents. In this episode, we touch on sexual self-awareness, sexual curiosity, understanding the messages and gendered stories we've been taught, the difference between gender vs. sex assigned at birth, self-compassion, letting go of sexual shame and past narratives, gender neutral parenting, and much more.FOLLOW ALEXANDRA:INSTA: @dr.alexandra.solomonWEBSITE: www.dralexandrasolomon.comTEDx TALK: Relational Self-Awareness: The Key to Navigating Modern LoveSTAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com

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