Decompress with Jess

Hiii I am back! And I cannot wait to share this episode with you all... about yes HEALING woooo. Decompress with Jess has on Breathwork and Somatic Anxiety Coach Rachel. Get ready...this one is eye opening!What does somatics mean? What is hypervigilance and how does that tie into the inner child?How does somatic work help someone along their healing journey? into someone's healing journey?We get into all of this and more!Rachel is a certified and trauma-informed Breathwork Facilitator and Somatic Anxiety Coach. Her background includes a Master's in Social Work from Adelphi University, Somatic Breathwork Certification, Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy Certification, and Flower Essence Training. Rachel specializes in teaching nervous system regulation with trauma-informed practices, easing anxiety and stress, and building self-confidence. She uses a body-based approach to healing and teaches the importance of the mind-body connection. In classes, group workshops, and individual sessions, Rachel brings her training and energy with warmth, creativity, and safetyRachel's InformationRachel | Breathwork & Somatic Anxiety Coach (@raethesomaticcoach) • Instagram photos and videosRae | Breathwork & Somatics (@raethesomaticcoach) | TikTokPrivate Somatic Coaching & Breathwork (google.com)BreathEasy E-Book - Download Now (rachelekraft.com)My Information:Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videosEmail:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

Oh my gosh!!! Get ready for this one friends... we are about to take a journey through reality tv and mental health with Edgar de Santiago from Season Four's Temptation Island yay. What impact did no phones have on you on the island?How do you find inner peace amidst the chaos?How has reality tv impacted your mental heatlh?We get into all of this and more!Edgar is an actor, writer, creator and travel enthusiast. He is from Season 4's Temptation Island, and his ability to always be composed and calm with so many cameras in his face constantly blew me away lol He is very genuine and down to earth, and you can feel a sense of peace around him. What better person to have on the podcast to discuss reality tv and its impact on mental health. Edgar de Santiago's InformationEdgar de Santiago (@edgar_desantiago) • Instagram photos and videosMy Information:Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videosEmail:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

Cue motivational music in the background....I am still amped from recording this episode with inspirational online and transformational coach Christine Capella! We dive into the topics of resiliency, toxic positivity, toxic relationships and self-worth.What is resiliency?How does this interact with toxic positivity?How does a strong self-worth relate to the boundaries we set for ourselves?We get into all of this and more!Christine Capella is an online transformational coach and speaker. She was assaulted in 2015 and had to undergo multiple surgeries, 2 facial reconstructive surgeries and 2 spine surgeries. Using fitness and the principles of fitness she was able to overcome all obstacles in her life, build her mental toughness, resilience and confidence. Her mantra: “Get up, get it done” has gotten her through all her hardships and knows that it can help you too! You can connect with her on Instagram @christinecapella. Christine's Information:Connect on Instagram: Christine Capella (@christinecapella) • Instagram photos and videosMy Information:Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videosEmail:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

Marisa Cohen is back and here to discuss with us love languages (which was so helpful because sometimes I feel like I speak a different language than everyone lol)What are the five languages?Do you need to have the same love language as a romantic partner, family member, friend for your relationship to work?How does social media play a role in this?We get into all of this and more!Marisa is a coach, relationship researcher and expert, author and writer for Psychology Today. Marisa has the ability to make you feel like you are talking to a friend you've known for years,  all while she is breaking down research and difficult concepts lol Her warm nature is extremely valued and relatable. Marisa's Information:Linktree: @marisatcohen | LinktreeConnect on Instagram: Marisa T. Cohen (@marisatcohen) • Instagram photos and videosTEDx Talk, The Science of Relationships: Marisa T. Cohen: The Science of Relationships | TED TalkMy Information:Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videosEmail:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

Sorry for shouting friends, and I am probably late to the game with this but.....THERE IS SUCH A THING AS BRAIN-GUT CONNECTION AND THE BUILDING BLOCKS OF SERATONIN ARE MADE IN YOUR GUT!!!!!!!! Okay, I have calmed down now lolWhat is the brain-gut connection?How does it tie into mental health?What are superfoods?We get into all of this and more!For this episode I am honored to have on my friend Dean Michael, founder of Manifested Wellness, former (IFBB International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness) Pro, and just an overall great person. His passion about this topic really shows through, and he truly broke down the information in a way that is less scary. You can find more about Dean and his work via the following:  Instagram - Dean Michael Fazzolari (@dean_michael) • Instagram photos and videos My Information: Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos Email:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

Dr. Christina is back (yay) to help us tackle the impact of body altering and retouching apps on body dysmorphia and body image. This made my head spin lol  Retouching apps can whiten teeth, remove blemishes, eliminate pores and even alter the shape and proportions of your body. But at what expense?What is body dysmorphia?What are some root causes of body dysmorphia?How does social media impact our body image?We get into all of this and more!Dr. Cristina's information:Podcast:‎Behind The Bite on Apple PodcastsInstagram:Behind The Bite Podcast (@behind_the_bite_podcast) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite:Homepage - DR. CRISTINA A CASTAGNINI, PHD (freedomtowellness.com)My information:Instagram:@decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videosEmail:Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

Stress, trauma and trauma (oh my)!!! In this episode, Stress/Trauma Coach and Mentor Alison discusses the big three, how they coexist, and ways for us to really feel that healing component in today's overstimulated world. How do stress, trauma and healing coexist together?What is the science behind stress and trauma?What are some strategies we can utilize to help handle stress and anxiety?We get into all of this and more!What I love about Alison is that she really ties her own personal experience into the episode and is vulnerable with the audience. She is also very realistic. In saying that although stress is unavoidable, there are ways to live in a place of less stress. I truly felt more empowered after this episode. I hope you did too!You can find more about Alison and her work via the following:  Instagram - @beatpeace | Linktree My Information: Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos Email:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

Hiii friends :) Get ready for today’s episode because (yes this is not a typo) we are going to decompress WHILE talking about high-functioning anxiety with Georgie Collinson. I am not joking, she really made it quite exciting. I even feel relaxed LOL (but still buckle up because it was mind blowing LOL) What does high-functioning anxiety look like?Why is it so difficult to calm ourselves down when in this state, and what is a better alternative?How can we change our relationship with anxiety?We get into all of this and more!Georgie Collinson is an Anxiety Mindset Coach, Hypnotherapist, Naturopath and Nutritionist, helping busy women to achieve balance in mind, body and business. As a recovering perfectionist and proud high-achiever, Georgie was once the prime example of high-functioning anxiety. Searching for answers, she finally discovered a lasting breakthrough for herself and clients with a holistic mind-body approach that considers anxiety and stress from the thoughts you think, the food you eat, your gut health, your hormones and lifestyle. This developed into The Anxiety Reset Method, the structural basis of Georgie’s online programs. Originally from Melbourne, Georgie spends much of her time by the beach on the Mornington Peninsula, where she is running online group programs, producing The Anxiety Reset Podcast, and working privately with clients around Australia and the world. She hosts gut health retreats in Byron Bay, and is currently writing her first book. Georgie's mission is to be an example to women that life doesn't have to be this way. There is so much confidence, flow and balance available to us in our lives, and we don’t need to sacrifice our goals. There’s so much more to our lives than anxiety will let us believe, and we all deserve to have it all and more.It truly was such a pleasure to have her on!You can find more about Georgie and her work via the following:  Podcast - Anxiety Reset Podcast on Apple Podcasts Instagram - Georgie Collinson | Anxiety (@georgiethenaturopath) • Instagram photos and videos Website - www.georgiecollinson.com My Information: Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos Email:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

Hiii friends :)  For today's episode we are going to discuss obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) with blogger Maddy, and everything that goes along with it  (it was VERY interesting).  What was cool about this episode is that it started off with OCD and branched out to anxiety, mental health, stress, and having a sense of responsibility to help others. Buckle up :)What is OCD?How does stress tie into OCD?What are some ways we can raise our awareness to it?We get into all of this and more!Maddy is a personal blogger providing tips for OCD and anxiety.  Her bravery of sharing her own story with listeners and readers makes her not only more relatable, but quite genuine as well. It was refreshing to hear the perspective of OCD being conveyed by your everyday average person. It was quite a pleasure to have her on and discuss this topic with her !Maddy's  contact information:Instagram: Maddy | OCD & anxiety tips (@mentalhealthwmaddy) • Instagram photos and videosBlog:Home | Mental Health with Maddy (maddyf9.wixsite.com)Linktree:@mentalhealthwithmadds | LinktreeMy Information:Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videosEmail:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

Hi friends and Happy New Year! I am back for the first episode of the new year yay!  For today's episode I have on Rachel Kove, and we discussed yes everyone's favorite topic....self-sabotage (yikessss)What is self-sabotage?How can our unconscious habits lead to conscious choices?What are some root causes for self-sabotage?What are some ways we can raise our awareness to it?We get into all of this and more!What lured me in about Rachel is how candid and genuine she is. She talks about everything from body image to perfectionism and being vulnerable. She makes all these topics seem less scary and totally relatable.  Rachel is a 12-year mental health expert, one of the hosts for podcast, "Kicking it with the Koves", actress, singer, author, and owner of Transformational Solutions. Basically, she does it all while making you feel comfortable enough to open up to her about topics people usually don't feel super comfortable opening up about. This was a great conversation!Rachel Kove's contact information:Podcast: PodcastOne: 616: Martin Kove | Kicking It in the Cobra Kai DojoTransformational Solutions: Transformational Solutions - Life Coaching, Mental HealthInstagram: Rachel Kove (@rachelkove) • Instagram photos and videosMy Information:Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videosEmail:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

For today's episode I am honored to have Dr. Menije with me to discuss yes.... perfectionism !!!What is perfectionism ?What are some of the root causes of perfectionism ?What are some signs you are a perfectionist?How does being a perfectionist impact our relationship with ourselves and others?We get into all of this and more!Dr. Menije is a leading expert on overcoming perfectionism and building an authentic life. As the founder of Perfectionism University, an online platform for self-help courses on breaking up with perfectionism, her goal is to create a community where we can all unlearn Perfectionism and start our journey of embracing imperfections and owning our enoughness.  She knows firsthand how perfectionism can lead to anxiety and disconnection from self. She had her real awakening once she read the “Gifts of Imperfection” from one and only Dr. Brene Brown. She realized there was a name to what she was suffering from. She was seeking perfectionism because deep down, she thought "I wasn’t good enough." Now, Dr. Menije speaks relentlessly on many platforms to share her personal story combined with her clinical training as a licensed psychologist to help women break up with perfectionism. She knows one can be a prisoner of their perfectionism. Her hope for you is that you turn the judgment to compassion and ultimately live a life where you embrace imperfection rather than striving for perfection. Dr. Menije's contact information:website: www.perfectionismuniversity.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/dr.menijePinterest: www.pinterest.com/mboduryanMy Information:Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videosEmail:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

Trauma informed board-certified compulsive behavior specialist Shane Coyle is back from episode14 expectations yay! This time he is back to discuss our emotions (ah my favorite), and their journey from unconscious to conscious. You are not going to want to miss this. Can unconscious emotions be repressed emotions?How do unconscious emotions effect our behavior and relationships?What is the relationship between healthy relationships and conscious emotions?We get into all of this and more!Shane's Information:Website: HOME (shanecoylehealing.com)Connect on Instagram: Ｓｈａｎｅ | ｈｅａｌｅｒ (@shanecoylehealing) • Instagram photos and videosMy Information:Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videosEmail:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

In this episode, Vassia Sarantopoulou  and I discuss the trauma and its impact on the relationships with ourselves and others (very powerful. I was holding back tears, but in a beautiful way). What is trauma?How does it impact our attachment styles?What are tips for ways to deal with trauma while maintaining relationships and forming new ones?We get into all of this and more!Vassia is a licensed psychologist. And head psychologist and founder of AntiLoneliness, This is a company providing mental health services to those in need with the premise that we are not alone. It is quite beautiful. Vassia is a remarkable human being. Her knowledge on trauma and how she shares it is quite thought provoking. Her service to others is admirable as well! Vassia's Information:AntiLoneliness website: Website + Academy (mailchi.mp)Connect on Instagram: AntiLoneliness | Mental Health (@antiloneliness) • Instagram photos and videosIt Didn't Start With You Book: It Didn't Start with You: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle: Wolynn, Mark: 9781101980385: Amazon.com: BooksMy Information:Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videosEmail:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

In this episode I discuss being on autopilot (who knew both people and cars can do this !!!) Now that I think about it, I feel like I do relate this to the car. I know this sounds silly, but I’m not into the new fancy cars that drive for us. Yeah it’s simpler. Yeah it requires less effort. I don't know call me old fashioned, but it takes away from the experience of driving . Autopilot in general takes away from our experience of being present and a part of our lives ,the events taking place and the relationships we are growing .What is autopilot?Why are we on autopilot?What are some signs we are?How can we raise our awareness and be more on "conscious pilot"?We get into all of this and more!Resources:How to Stop Living Life on Autopilot | Psychology Todayconsciousness - Running on autopilot - Psychology & Neuroscience Stack Exchange10 Signs You’re Living on Autopilot | SUCCESSYour autopilot mode is real - now we know how the brain does it | New ScientistMy Information:Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videosEmail:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

In this episode, Marisa Cohen and I discuss the science behind relationships (which is extremely helpful and especially the way that she explains it lol)What is the connection between science and relationships?What are the "Four Horsemen" of relationships?What role does social media play in relationships?We get into all of this and more!Marisa is a coach, relationship researcher and expert, author and writer for Psychology Today. Marisa has the ability to make you feel like you are talking to a friend you've known for years,  all while she is breaking down research and difficult concepts lol Her warm nature is extremely valued and relatable. Marisa's Information:Linktree: @marisatcohen | LinktreeConnect on Instagram: Marisa T. Cohen (@marisatcohen) • Instagram photos and videosTEDx Talk, The Science of Relationships: Marisa T. Cohen: The Science of Relationships | TED TalkMy Information:Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videosEmail:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

In this episode, Dr. Paula Freeman and I discuss being compassionate to our bodies and our journeys along with the concept of anti-diet (which I was BLOWN away about lolol)What may be at the root of an eating disorder?How does perfectionism play a role?How is self-confidence different from self-compassion?What is the "Health at Every Size" Paradigm? (VERY COOL)We get into all of this and more!Dr. Paula is a psychologist, coach, writer for Psychology Today, and really just such a cool person. Her knowledge on this topic is endless. What was so great about her is that her passion for her work truly shows, and it makes you passionate about it as well. Dr. Paula's Information:Linktree: @mindful.drpaula | Sked.link - Instagram link in bioConnect on Instagram: Dr. Paula Freedman (@mindful.drpaula) • Instagram photos and videosArticle: Having Self-Compassion in Eating Disorder Recovery | Psychology TodayMy Information:Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videosEmail:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

I would like to think of myself as a very positive person... at least that’s what everyone tells me. But sometimes I wonder if this is almost to a fault.In this solo episode, I dive right into yes....toxic positivity. I feel like it is running rampant, especially with the pandemic and just life in general sometimes it is hard to cope. What better way to tackle this topic with your everyday average person, your everyday average Jess. I remember the first time I heard the term toxic positivity . Well technically saw it, and  I thought it was an oxymoron.I remember thinking to myself How can being positive be negative?How can it be counterproductive?What is toxic positivity?What are some examples?How does it impact our relationship with ourselves and others?I get into all of this and more!Resources:Toxic Positivity: The Dark Side of Positive Vibes (thepsychologygroup.com)What Is Toxic Positivity? | Psychology TodayBlog Entry: Entry 3: Being genuinely positive. Minus the toxic part. (decompresswithjessblog.com)Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos

In this episode, Shane Coyle and I discuss ahhh....expectations. Something that is not nearly talked about enough, yet plays such an important role in our lives. Especially in our relationships with ourselves and each other (Get ready for this one lol).What is at the root of an expectation?How does mind-reading play a role?How can expectations lead to resentment?How can we better communicate?We get into all of this and more!Shane is a speaker, writer,  trauma informed board certified compulsive behavior specialist and mental health advocate. The way he shared his knowledge on this topic made it so easy to understand and leaves you with a lot to think about..... a LOT lol.Shane's Information:Website: HOME (shanecoylehealing.com)Connect on Instagram: Ｓｈａｎｅ | ｈｅａｌｅｒ (@shanecoylehealing) • Instagram photos and videosInstagram Live Conversations: WTFisthishumanexperience (@wtfisthishumanexperience) • Instagram photos and videosMy Information:Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videosEmail:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

In this episode, Gabrielle Stone and I discuss her remarkable journey that she turned into two books that are MUST reads. We dive into the concepts of planning, not planning, being uncomfortable, THE THOUGHT ONION (I freaking love that lol), and basically everything in between. What role does planning play or not play in our process of self-growth?Where does self-awareness tie into acknowledging our feelings?We get into all of this and more!Gabrielle Stone is author of Eat, Pray, #FML, and, The Ridiculous Misadventures of a Single Girl. She is also an actress, director, podcast host of, "FML Talk" and courageous human being. Gabrielle took a very private and vulnerable experience and made it a very public one to help others heal. Gabrielle's Information:Books:Eat, Pray, #FML Eat, Pray, #FML: Stone, Gabrielle: 9781733963701: Amazon.com: BooksThe Ridiculous Misadventures of a Single GirlAmazon.com : the ridiculous misadventuresConnect on Instagram: Gabrielle Stone (@gabriellestone) • Instagram photos and videosPodcast: ‎FML Talk on Apple Podcasts My Information: Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos Email:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

In this episode, Suzane Joseph and I discuss relationships and mental health. Relationships seem simple enough because we are engaging in them everyday...right? At work, home, friendships, romantic relationships and so on. However, for something that is such a major part part of our lives, it is not discussed enough. What is your definition of relationships?How can insecurities impact relationships?How can we be better to ourselves and each other?We get into all of this and more!Suzane Joseph is a motivational speaker, author,  and mental health advocate. I asked her to join me in this discussion because she really is so genuine. There are just some people that have that ability to convey their knowledge in such a way that you can literally feel their energy. That is Suzane, and what better person to talk about relationships with!Suzane's Information:Website: Wellness | Suzane JosephBook: Chasing After God's Own Heart: Redirecting My Life - Kindle edition by Joseph, Suzane. Health, Fitness & Dieting Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.Connect on Instagram: Wellness Strategist (@suzanejoseph_) • Instagram photos and videos My Information: Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos Email:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com