the tara bixby podcast

Life isn't always how it appears, especially inside a home nestled on Hidden Valley Road. Margaret Galvin Johnson grew up in an American family with twelve children. Six of them being diagnosed with Schizophrenia. Behind the illusion of perfection, good looks, and athleticism hid a secret. A secret that would later become medical's greatest hope for understanding Schizophrenia. Hidden Valley Road is a true story of rejection, pain, trauma, abandonment, neglect, and physical and sexual abuse. However, hidden within the chaos of mental illness lies another story—a story of a girl who grew to be a courageous woman. In today's episode, the spotlight is shined on how Margaret Galvin Johnson navigated her way through years of trauma to a place of self-compassion. Margaret Galvin Johnson is a multi-passionate artist who has spent the last twenty years writing her family story (now known as Hidden Valley Road). A story of shame, denial, secrecy, abuse, mental illness, and resilience. Margaret's family story, which was later handed off to author Robert Kolker, has since become a New York Times bestseller and Oprah's 84th book club pick. __________⁣⁣ COURAGEOUSLY.U SHOWNOTES: https://courageouslyu.com/?p=2253   COURAGEOUSLY.U FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1416219115169393 ⁣ COURAGEOUSLY.U INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/courageously.u/

Are you tired of feeling anxious? Do you find yourself lost in future-focused worries? Are you guilty of playing the "what-if" game? If yes, you won't want to miss out on these mindfulness goodies.  In today's episode, I am sharing three of my fave mindfulness techniques to help you reduce your anxiety by grounding yourself in the here-and-now.  If you're new to mindfulness, no worries! Hit that play button, and let's get to it.  P.S. There is an anxiety FREEBIE in the show notes!  __________⁣⁣ COURAGEOUSLY.U SHOWNOTES: https://courageouslyu.com/?p=2239   COURAGEOUSLY.U FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1416219115169393 ⁣ COURAGEOUSLY.U INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/courageously.u/

How do we combat perfectionism, especially in our social media-obsessed society where everyone feels pressured to make sure only their “highlight” reels are posted? What do you do when your life looks perfect, but you are silently falling apart? As a child were painful emotions not only disallowed but ridiculed or ignored? Do you live with perfectly hidden depression? In today's episode, Dr. Margaret Rutherford describes a syndrome whose primary trait is perfectionism, fueled by shame and self-criticism. She helps us understand how someone can present as the perfect friend or co-worker, highly successful, engaged—and seemingly happy—while struggling with wounds that have never been acknowledged or seen for what they are. If you're ready to learn all about perfectly hidden depression, click that play button, and tune in to Episode 6 to hear all about it. P.S. If you, or someone you know, is having suicidal thoughts, please access help. You matter, your life matters, and help is available. Call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255. __________⁣⁣ COURAGEOUSLY.U SHOWNOTES: https://courageouslyu.com/?p=2163    COURAGEOUSLY.U FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1416219115169393   COURAGEOUSLY.U INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/courageously.u/

On December 29, 2010, what started as a typical evening commute quickly ended with Carey Portell's life being turned upside down. Carey is a survivor of a drunk driver that has left her partially disabled. After a four year recovery, and thirteen surgeries, Carey splits her time between cattle farming and speaking on how to break limitations.  In today's episode, Carey shares her pain and also her triumph from the lens of what it looks like when you are the victim of drinking and driving, but most importantly, she explains how she refused to play the victim in her circumstances.  If you're ready to hear Carey's courageous story, hit that play button and join us inside Episode 5: When a Drunk Driver Hits With Carey Portell. __________⁣⁣ COURAGEOUSLY.U SHOWNOTES: https://courageouslyu.com/?p=2133   COURAGEOUSLY.U FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1416219115169393 ⁣ COURAGEOUSLY.U INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/courageously.u/

Friends tell each other secrets, right?!? Well, friend, I am dropping some juicy secrets in today's episode. I'm whispering in your ear why I'm down to one pair of pants and how the realization I had gone up four pants sizes drove me to want a Mrs. Fields sugar cookie. On top of all that, I'm letting you into what feels like my lifelong battle with weight. Oh, and let's not forget, I may or may not have cried. You'll just have to hit that play button to find out. I'm also sharing 12 tricks and tips to help both of us break free from the diet cycle, learn to love our bodies, and how to help the younger generation avoid the toxic cycle of body shaming. P.s. There's also a freebie in the show notes that has your name written all over it! __________ ALL THE GOODIES FROM THIS EPISODE: Anxiety Freebie: Get your free 4 week action plan with tips and tricks to help you not only reduce anxiety, but also coexist peacefully with it. Click here to download. __________⁣⁣ COURAGEOUSLY.U SHOWNOTES: https://courageouslyu.com/?p=2118   COURAGEOUSLY.U FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1416219115169393 ⁣ COURAGEOUSLY.U INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/courageously.u/

Dr. Catherine Pittman, Ph.D., HSPP, is a licensed Clinical Psychologist, and psychology professor at Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, IN.  A practicing Clinical Psychologist treating anxiety for over 30 years, she's also experienced in neuropsychological rehabilitation for individuals who have experienced brain injuries or strokes. On top of all of that, she is my anxiety mentor, and I am soooo excited to share her with you today! In this episode, Dr. Pittman is dropping some serious nuggets of wisdom on how to not let anxiety stop you from living your life. In this episode, I decided to switch things up and gave my courageous community over on Instagram an opportunity to ask Catherine some of their biggest burning questions. Well, friend, today is the day she delivers, so if you're ready to dive in, hit that play button and let's do this! __________⁣⁣ COURAGEOUSLY.U SHOWNOTES: https://courageouslyu.com/?p=2073   COURAGEOUSLY.U FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1416219115169393 ⁣ COURAGEOUSLY.U INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/courageously.u/

As someone who is currently struggling with hormonal acne on a whole new level, I was beyond excited to sit down with Courtney O'Conner. Courtney Joy O'Connor is Primally Pure's in-house Holistic Esthetician and has been involved in the beauty industry for over a decade. After working with an international beauty brand for several years, she took a step back from the spa industry to focus on the healing power of non-toxic skincare products and joined the Primally Pure team in 2016. In today's episode, she is dropping so many nuggets of wisdom on why our overall wellness must shift to non-toxic natural skincare. She also discusses having a holistic perspective to skincare and what it looks like to treat the whole person without toxins. If you're ready to knock your socks off, hit that play button and join us inside today's game-changing episode. __________⁣⁣ COURAGEOUSLY.U SHOWNOTES: https://courageouslyu.com/?p=1966   COURAGEOUSLY.U FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1416219115169393   COURAGEOUSLY.U INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/courageously.u/

Welcome new best friend to the very first ever episode of The Courageously.u Podcast. If we are new besties, you might be a little curious as to who I am and why I am the best friend you never knew you needed. If that's the case, you are in luck, buddy.⁣⁣ In today's episode, I am diving deep into all things that make me, me, and why I chased the overwhelming fire in my soul to show up for you. We talk about my struggles, my why, my passions, and why I am making it my mission to help you live your best life.⁣⁣ I share with you how courageously.u was born out of my own need for connection and how my insecurities almost held me back.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ You'll walk away with a better understanding of what courageously.u is and all the goodies it delivers.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ I do have to tell you, though, that yes, I am a therapist, but I am not your therapist. I am sharing with you years and thousands of dollars worth of self-work as an everyday girl who just happens to know how to help people.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ So, if you're feeling courageous, go ahead and hit that play button. Stay courageous, my new BFF!⁣⁣ __________⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ COURAGEOUSLY.U SHOWNOTES: ⁣https://courageouslyu.com/?p=1973⁣   COURAGEOUSLY.U FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1416219115169393 ⁣ COURAGEOUSLY.U INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/courageously.u/