Send us a message!I’m so excited to share that I conquered my final trigger for mood swings: moving! In this reflective episode I share:My previous experiences with moves triggering mood swings,How my Mood Cycle Survival Guide enabled me to anticipate and proactively manage mood swings caused by moving,A breakdown of how applying my Mood Cycle Survival Guide in my most recent move helped me avoid symptoms,How writing my book helped to solidify my healing and recovery, The importance of viewing symptoms with curiosity instead of judgment, and What your next steps should be on your path to healing your own triggers.FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/

Send us a message!In this captivating episode NYT Bestselling Author Bridget Cook-Burch and International Bestselling Author Hannah Lyons share:Their stories that led them to becoming authors, storytellers and mentors,What led Bridget to become a “book whisperer”,How Hannah evolved into an exceptional copy editor,How Bridget helps people uncover their “ikigai” and “elixir of life”,Hannah’s remarkable approach to creating characters that reflect pieces of herself,Bridget’s game-changing tip for kickstarting your writing journey,Hannah’s journey to becoming an international bestselling fantasy author,How Hannah sees the act of creating a book as similar to birthing a baby,The ways Bridget’s retreats help reignite the creative genius within authors, and They each share their most powerful tip for beginning your own writing journey.Connect with Bridget:Website: www.YourInspiredStory.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/bridgetcookburch/Facebook: www.facebook.com/bridgetcookburchLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mbridgetcookburch/Connect with Hannah:LinkTree: www.linktr.ee./hrlyonWebsite: www.castlelyonediting.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/ladylyon19Facebook: www.facebook.com/ladylyon19Books: The Rebel in Violet: Book One in the Freedom for Rhethos Series                The Strings of Fate: Book Two in the Freedom for Rhethos SeriesBios: Bridget Cook-Burch’s clients call her “The Book Whisperer”. She is a New York Times & Wall Street Journal bestselling author, publisher, mentor, humanitarian and speaker known for riveting stories of transformation. Her powerful work has been showcased on Oprah, Dateline, Netflix, Discovery+, A&E, CNN, GMA, NPR and in People among many others. As the CEO and Founder of Your Inspired Story, she hosts Inspired Writers Retreats, group coaching, executive coaching and more. Her greatest passion is helping you discover the importance of your story, and to become leaders in your own communities, and worldwide.Hannah R. Lyon is an international bestselling author who has worked in the writing industry for eight years. As the mother of Rhethos, she explores deep meanings within her fantasy series that span across the fiction world into the struggles and triumphs of reality. As the founder of Castle Lyon Editing, Hannah works with authors helping FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/

Send us a message!In this extraordinary episode author, speaker and combat-wounded veteran Brian Fleming shares:His extraordinary story of being wounded by a suicide bomber in Afghanistan,Why it’s so important to not allow the diagnosis to define you,How he discovered the power of sharing his story with others,Why discovering meaning in your suffering is critical to your healing journey,His three keys to resilience that enabled him to recover and then thrive after trauma,The importance of not being afraid of mistakes or failure,The books he’s written and why he wrote them, andHow he helps others learn to share their story.Book Brian to Speak: www.BlownUpGuy.comFREE “Share Your Story Roadmap”: www.UseYourStory.com Podcast: Dear God, WTF? Podcast with Brian Fleming (deargodwtfpodcast.com)Bio: After being severely injured by a suicide bomber who exploded 3-feet away from me in Kandahar, Afghanistan, Brian Fleming spent 14 months at a hospital enduring painful burn treatments, reconstructive surgery, and brain injury rehabilitation. After leaving the military, he became an author & speaker because he wanted to help other people with the lessons he'd learned that helped him overcome his war injury. Over the past 16 years, he's spoken to over half-a-million people in live audiences globally (including the US military and several of the Fortune 500), has written 4 books, and has been featured on almost every major news network in America on the topic of resilience and how to stand firm when everything around you is blowing up!FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/

Send us a message!In this empowering episode therapist and author Marcia Williams shares:Her story of how she ended up married to a narcissist,The definition of narcissistic personality disorder and two of the most common types of narcissists,How narcissists often target vulnerable people,Why it is so challenging to recognize you are in a narcissistic, abusive relationship,Her therapeutic journey,How to identify if you’re experiencing narcissistic abuse,Why and how personal healing is the number one priority,Why narcissistic abuse is a specialty area of therapy, andHow your voice is your power and why understanding that is so critical to healing.Website: www.hiddenflamesllc.comBook: Groomed: Life Married to a Narcissist & How I Overcame Narcissistic AbuseInstagram: @hidden_flames_llcLinktree: www.linktr.ee/hiddenflamesBio: Marcia Williams is a seasoned licensed therapist with over 21 years of experience, specializing in helping individuals recover from the traumatic effects of narcissistic abuse. With a master's degree in counseling and a professional license obtained in 2003, Marcia has dedicated her career to empowering both women and men to reclaim their lives from the grip of toxic relationships.As the CEO of Hidden Flames LLC, Marcia offers a comprehensive range of therapeutic services, including individual, couples, and group therapy, as well as coaching services. Her expertise extends to leading workshops and retreats designed to foster deep healing and personal growth. Drawing on her personal experience of a 30-year marriage to a narcissist and subsequent divorce, Marcia brings unparalleled empathy and insight into her work.In addition to her private practice, Marcia is the founder of the Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Program (NARP), a transformative initiative that has guided countless individuals toward healing. She is also the author of the book *Groomed: Life Married to a Narcissist and How I Overcame Narcissistic Abuse*, where she shares her personal journey and strategies for recovery. Her upcoming podcast, "Self-ish," set to launch by the end of the year, will provide a platform for discussions on self-care, healing, and resilience after a narcissistic relationship.A former manager of a mental health utilization management team for a major healthcare organization for over 17 years, Marcia blends clinical expertise with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by those who have experienced narcissistic abuse. Currently residing in Maryland, Marcia is a proud parent of three sons, ages 23, 25, and 30, and the eldest of five siblings.FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/

Send us a message!In this insightful episode relationship mentor Emma DeSouza shares:Her early diagnosis with depression in high school that led to her bipolar diagnosis,Her experience with IVF and bipolar,The power in acknowledging challenges and having healthy, open communication with your partner,How proactive therapy has helped her accept responsibility for herself and improved her relationship,What led her to become certified in mindfulness meditation and yoga,How mindfulness can look different for each person and how to learn what works for you,How to understand the value of yoga and find what works for you,What led to her work as a relationship coach,How her personal work learning to manage her bipolar symptoms has helped her be more effective in helping others in their relationships, andHer number one tip for getting started improving relationships.Website: www.emmadesouza.caInstagram: @itsemmadesouzaTikTok: @itsemma.desouzaYouTube: @itsemmadesouzaBio: Emma is an IVF mom with bipolar and fibromyalgia, a business owner, and a dedicated relationship mentor with over 14 years of personal experience in a thriving relationship and over 4 years as an operations specialist to help women make their businesses & lives run smoother. She has a BSc. in Psychology and Biology, a nursing education, and training in modalities like meditation and yoga.Emma blends practical advice with holistic insights to guide women in balancing their roles as mothers and partners. Her unique approach empowers women to transform their relationships, support their families, and build passion-based businesses with operational ease.She is here to start meaningful conversations you can integrate into your everyday lives and share with those close to you. By helping you shift your perspectives, she aims to open up a world of possibilities that may have once felt closed off.Emma uses her history of navigating her mental and physical health journey alongside her education to share with others how mindset shifts can transform their long-term dreams.FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/

Send us a message!In this empowering episode Emotional Freedom Technique practitioner Dawn Norton shares:Her incredible story of trauma in childhood which motivated her to seek healing as an adult,What Emotional Freedom Technique is and how it works and impacts your mind and body,The impact of stress on our bodies and how EFT can help,How “stuck” emotions and trauma can cause physical pain and illness,That emotions are not good or bad, they are just information and EFT helps you process them through your body,How connected our thoughts are to our emotions,How EFT can truly create emotional freedom by putting you back in the driver’s seat of your mind and emotions,That emotions are interconnected and as you process one you also process others,What a tapping “script” is and how it helps,How EFT helps you regulate your emotions, Why it’s called “emotional freedom” technique, andHow to get started learning EFT.Website: www.eftcoach.comInstagram: @the.eftcoachFacebook: The EFT CoachYouTube: The EFT CoachBio: Dawn Norton is a wife, mom of seven, and Nanna of ten. For over 20 years, she was a stay-at-home mom, and spent more than 15 years as a realtor. Her passion has always been learning and improving herself, a journey that began with reading self-help books as a teenager.Dawn’s life has been marked by significant challenges, including her parents' divorce when she was young, growing up without a mom, and coping with her mother’s suicide when Dawn was 19.Dawn has also faced considerable health challenges such as mold exposure, candida, and chronic fatigue, all of which she has successfully overcome. The last few years she has been navigating the challenges of menopause and is finally seeing the light. She never gives up!Dawn is driven by a profound desire to help individuals overcome adversity and find inner peace. Leveraging her expertise in mindset principles, functional medicine health coaching, and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), she offers personalized coaching to remove barriers in mind, body, and spirit. Through compassionate guidance and accountability, she empowers her clients to embrace peace, confidence, and forgiveness, unlocking their true potential for holistic wellness and personal growth.With 20 years of experience with EFT and seven years of experience in health and mindset coaching, Dawn brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep commitment to her clients' well-being. She loves people, learning, and investing, and is dedicated to helping others achieve their highest potential.FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/

Send us a message!In this illuminating episode Professor Joanna Moncrieff shares:What led her to question and begin researching how psychotropic drugs actually work,The difference between the disease-centered model versus the drug-centered model of treatment and why this distinction matters,How the disease-centered model is preventing curiosity about what is actually causing the symptoms of mental illness and leading to worsening long-term outcomes,The conditions that led to the current condition of the psychiatric industry,How the beliefs that are promoted about psychiatric disorders creates a psychological dependence on psychotropic drugs, in addition to the chemical dependence,Why psychotropic drugs can become a barrier to processing trauma because they suppress emotions and emotional responses,The false comparison between insulin and psychiatric medications,How her books are intended to help inform practitioners and patients alike about how psychotropic drugs actually work, how they affect the brain and how to safely withdraw if that is what is best, andHow the medical and disease models of treatment create barriers to healing.Website: www.joannamoncrieff.comX (Twitter): @joannamoncrieffBio: Professor Joanna Moncrieff studied medicine at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne, qualifying in 1989. She trained in psychiatry in London and the southeast during the 1990s. During her undergraduate years she did research on parents’ fears about substance misuse, and during the course of her psychiatric training she worked on a trial investigating the use of the drug naltrexone in people with alcohol problems. She also investigated the prevalence of previous sexual abuse among people attending alcohol treatment services.Professor Moncrieff took up her current post in 2001. For 10 years she was a consultant for a psychiatric rehabilitation inpatient unit, helping people with severe and long-lasting mental health problems. For the last three years she has been based in various community mental health services in Northeast London. She teaches and does research at University College London.Professor Moncrieff is one of the founding members and the co-chairperson of the Critical Psychiatry Network. The Critical Psychiatry Network consists of a group of psychiatrists from around the world who are skeptical of the idea that mental disorders are simply brain diseases and of the dominance of the pharmaceutical industry.She is a practicing psychiatrist and a part-time academic and author. She has an interest in the history, philosophy and politics of psychiatry, and particularly in the use, misuse and misrepresentation of psychiatric drugs.FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/

Send us a message!In this empowering episode author Anastasis Tzanis shares:His incredible story that led him to healing through breathwork,How breath practice can help you heal and improve your mental, emotional, and physical health,What a healthy breath pattern and CO2 levels are,What “box breathing” is and how to practice it,How you can learn how to use breath to calm down (be a better swimmer if you fall out of the boat), but even more important to increase your threshold and tolerance for stress (become a better sailor so you don’t fall out of the boat in the first place),Where to begin with breathwork,Why consistent practice is important and how you can practice even when you are doing other things,The importance of awareness of how you are breathing, andTips for getting started with breathwork.Website: www.atzanis.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/anastasis.tzanis/Podcast: Breathwork With AnastasisBio: Anastasis Tzanis (London, Uk) is a yoga teacher, nutritional therapist, and globally sought-after breath-work expert. He has helped countless individuals improve their mental, postural, and metabolic function through private consultations, over 150 workshops, and lectures across 8 countries. FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/

Send us a message!In this insightful episode Jeanette Yate “The Self-Caregiver” shares:Her powerful personal story as a life-long caregiver (beginning at age 8) who was suffering because she didn’t know how to care for herself, to empowered self-caregiver and coach,The therapy modalities that helped her to identify, understand and heal her trauma,How learning how to listen to the signals your body is giving you that you need care and healthy boundaries,Ways to identify, develop and implement healthy boundaries,The importance of taking personal responsibility for your boundaries,How critical it is to wisely manage your emotional resources,The difference between codependency and love and why that difference matters,Where to start if you are trying to develop healthy boundaries, andA simple way to begin approaching and incorporating self-care into your daily life, andThe power and benefits in practicing mindfulness and mindful breathing practices.Website: www.theselfcaregiver.comFree resource: The Self-Care AssessmentMini-course: "Say No and Mean It" (workshop on boundaries)Instagram: @theselfcaregiver Bio: Jeanette Yates is a lifelong caregiver, certified life coach, and Modern Mindfulness and Meditation teacher. As a founder of The Self-Caregiver, she has dedicated her life to helping caregivers prioritize self-care and avoid burnout. Jeanette hosts the popular podcast "From Guilt to Good: Self-care solutions for busy caregivers," where she shares her expertise and interviews other experts in caregiving and self-care.Jeanette's signature program, The Empowered Self-Caregiver Cohort, has helped countless caregivers develop sustainable self-care practices tailored to their unique needs and circumstances. Her approach combines self-awareness, self-advocacy, self-compassion, and self-care to help caregivers rediscover their worth and reclaim their time.Jeanette is a seasoned expert in caregiving and self-care. Her passion for empowering caregivers shines through in every conversation, and she has a knack for making complex concepts accessible and actionable. Jeanette's areas of expertise include:* Identifying and overcoming common barriers to self-care for caregivers* Developing sustainable self-care practices that fit into a busy caregiver's schedule* Building resilience and coping with the stress and emotional demands of caregiving* Balancing caregiving responsibilities with personal needs and goals* Navigating difficult conversations with loved ones about caregiving and self-careFREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/

Send us a message!TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discussed trauma and addiction.In this extraordinary episode holistic addiction recovery expert John Giordano shares:His extraordinary story of trauma and addiction that finally led to his work in addiction recovery,How he discovered and developed holistic treatment options for addiction recovery,What motivated him to do the work to recover from his addictions,The modified EMDR modality he uses to help people process trauma,The importance of treating the whole person and paying attention to how your body reacts during a trauma response in order to process the trauma and heal,How doing your own research empowers you on your healing journey, andThe importance of never giving up.Websites: www.johnjgiordano.com                        www.kidfromthesouthbronx.com Facebook: John GiordanoLinkedIn:John GiordanoBio:John Giordano has gone through an incredible life transformation, from the stigma of childhood sexual abuse, homelessness and severe addiction to being a renowned addiction expert with 39 years of sobriety. He started his own holistic treatment center with only $300 which he eventually sold for $45,000,000. Currently, he is a published author of three books, an inspirational speaker, co-owner of JC's Recovery Center and the Chaplain for the North Miami Police Department. He specializes in holistic mental health and trauma recovery. John has appeared on many national and local television and radio shows as a respected addiction expert. He has also contributed to over 80 scientific peer-reviewed research papers. ResearchGate ranks him as one of the top researchers in the world. FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/

Send us a message!In this compelling episode Urban Farm founder Greg Peterson shares:His story of how he developed a passion for “urban farming” and why he feels compelled to share his knowledge,Why our current food supply system is so lacking in nutrition,How to simplify your approach to begin gardening so you can have success quickly,How he gradually transitioned his small yard in Phoenix, Arizona from basic yard to an “old growth food forest” including 80 different fruit trees (backyard orchard culture),Where someone can start to begin gardening, including free and paid online gardening classes,The benefits of hydroponic gardening,The emotional benefits of gardening,The mental benefits of eating nutrient dense foods,The value and importance of using a planting calendar for your area, andHis top three tips for getting started.Websites: www.urbanfarm.org Beginner course: Growing Food, the BasicsInstagram: @urbanfarmuFacebook: The Urban FarmX (Twitter): @TheUrbanFarmBio:“What if there was a garden and fruit tree in every yard?” This is a question thatGreg ponders every day. For over 32 years he created on of one of Phoenix’s firstenvironmental showcase homes for urban farming. The 1/4-acre yard featured aprimarily edible landscape with over 80 fruit trees, rainwater and greywaterharvesting, solar applications, and extensive use of reclaimed and recycled buildingmaterials.  What we now call an Old Growth Food Forest.He is the founder of UrbanFarm.org and the host of The Urban Farm Podcast thathas over 800 episodes. The podcast is designed to help fulfill Greg’s passion ofspreading the word about growing your own food and sharing new and seasonedgardeners epic stories.FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/

Send us a message!In this meaningful episode Certified IFS Therapist Justin Martin shares:His story that led him to become an Internal Family Systems (IFS therapist),What IFS therapy is,How identifying your “parts” helps you understand your mind and find healing,Why you may fear of having compassion for your different parts and why compassion is important to the healing journey,How the movie “Inside Out” helps give incredible insight into IFS,That you are not trying to “beat” the parts of yourself but learn how to listen and understand what is motivating the parts,The importance of finding a trauma informed therapist,The value of curiosity in finding the causes of mental, emotional and physical symptoms,How to find a certified IFS therapist and a good fit for you,That IFS can benefit anyone struggling with mental health symptoms even if there is no history of trauma, even for couples,How IFS empowers you to heal and does not tie you to your therapist, andHis tips for how to decide if IFS is a good fit for you.Websites: www.partsofmetherapy.com                         www.teesmymind.com Instagram: @partsofmetherapyBio:Justin Martin is a Certified IFS Therapist in Orlando, Florida. He practices from a model of Internal Family Systems and works with individuals and couples.Justin loves to write and create. This part expresses itself through poetry, short stories, speech, and spoken word. He also loves music and movies and thinks it can be so powerful in accessing his parts. He’s grown to love these parts of himself by going to therapy and continuing to be curious and compassionate as he experiences life. As a therapist, he tries to embody these qualities as he walks with his clients towards helping them find inner peace.He genuinely loves being a therapist and practitioner and is honored when clients allow him to be a part of their healing journey. Seeing their relationships transform with themselves and others is truly a beautiful thing to witness.FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://myupsideofdown.com/emergency-response-plan/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellblog: https://myupsideofdown.com/instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myupsideofdown/facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myupsideofdown/FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/

Send us a message!In this engaging episode Beth Sandlin, founder of Trifecta Pilates, shares:Her story that led her to become a pilates instructor and make pilates more accessible,What pilates is and how it can help with caring for physical and mental health,The importance of listening to your body and providing what it needs for nurturing physical and mental health,How pilates can help with regulating your nervous system,How to choose the best way to meet your body/mind’s needs with your exercise,The benefit of throwing away the scale and focusing on your health instead of weight,How finding joy in your physical activity helps motivate your fitness journey,The philosophy behind “Trifecta Pilates” and the development of her YouTube and online classes, The different options in her pilates workouts and how to get started, andHer number one tip for success in finding what works for you.Website: trifectapilates.comInstagram: @trifectapilatesFacebook: Trifecta PilatesYouTube: Trifecta PilatesBio:Beth Sandlin is on a mission to ignite a passion for wellness in people at every stage of life. Specializing in at-home Pilates workouts, Beth's approach transcends age, focusing on cultivating a mindful connection with your body. Her unique method encourages participants to tune into their energy levels and nurture their nervous system, making each movement an act of self-care and empowerment.Through her popular YouTube Channel and comprehensive online programs, Beth guides you through transformative Pilates sessions. She believes in the power of Aligned Action - a philosophy ensuring that your journey to health is both fulfilling and sustainable.Beth understands that wellness is more than a workout. She's an avid outdoor enthusiast who finds joy and rejuvenation in nature's embrace, integrating these experiences into her holistic approach to well-being.FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/

Send us a message!In this insightful episode MDR Clinician, Trainer and Author Megan Salar shares:Her story that led her to become a therapist,The transformative experience she had with EMDR that helped her see it’s value as a trauma modality,How EMDR is a client centered treatment modality,The EMDR workbook that she developed to empower people to take ownership of their trauma healing,That most therapist are not educated in treating trauma,Misconceptions about how trauma is stored in our mind and body and how it is often triggered,The difference between “talk therapy” versus trauma therapy,How to identify if your EMDR therapist is approaching treatment in an effective way and how to decide if EMDR is a good treatment modality for you,Why she’s writing “EMDR for Dummies” and it’s value in helping people understand the modality, andThat your story matters and healing takes time.Instagram: @thementalsurvivalistWebsite: thementalsurvivalist.comBooks: The EMDR Workbook for Trauma and PTSD                  EMDR for Dummies (coming in June 2024)LinkedIn: Megan SalarBio:Megan Salar, MSW, ACADC, is an EMDR Clinician, Trainer and Author who earned her Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work from Northwest Nazarene University in 2011. She has been extensively been trained on the use of EMDR and other trauma based interventions and specializes in the areas of trauma, abuse, attachment and substance abuse. Megan has trained thousands of clinicians across the U.S. as well as internationally to get the most out of EMDR, trauma and addiction based skills and practices.         Megan previously owned/operated an intensive outpatient treatment center that was voted best in practice in 2019. She currently owns and operates her own Coaching, Consulting, and Training Business and is passionate about genuinely changing the landscape of mental health and trauma treatment through an authentic hands on perspective that is uniquely her own.         Megan is the author of the EMDR Workbook for Trauma and PTSD: Skills to Manage Triggers, Move Beyond Traumatic Memories; and Take Back Your Life released by New Harbinger Publications in May of 2023 and EMDR for Dummies  with Wiley Publishing set to release in June 2024.  FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/

Send us a message!NOTE: There were some technical issues with the recording in this episode, we apologize for the sound quality.In this empowering episode mindset coach Jon Katz shares:His story journeying from wanting to end his life, to finding purpose, healing and value,What motivated him to choose life over death,The benefit of choosing positive actions to change your mindset,How keeping promises to himself helped him change his life,How critical it is to get off the fence and make a choice about the life you want to live,The importance of removing the negative coping mechanisms from your life,How changing his food choices improved his mental and physical health, andHis approach to personalizing his training to support the goals of his clients.Instagram: @nycfoodwaysBio:Jon Katz is an online mindset coach. He specializes in helping people around the world recover from anxiety, depression and trauma by implementing a simple program of intentional nutrition and physical fitness.FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/

Send us a message!In this enlightening episode Dr. Luella Jonk shares:Her path to becoming a PhD trained psychotherapist,The important distinction between the brain and mind,The importance of looking at the whole person to facilitate healing,How identifying your “soul contract” can help you find purpose and motivation for healing,The value in understanding the difference between the heart and mind,Her “three pillars” for healing: take radical responsibility for their reality, practice daily self-awareness of their energy and thoughts, and realize that being uncomfortable is the catalyst to change,Her number one tip to begin your path to healing.Website:  www.luellajonk.comLinkTree: linktr.ee/luellajonkBio:Luella Jonk is a Ph.D.-trained psychotherapist, mindset coach, and certified functional medicine practitioner. The passion for her coaching is driven by three main pillars that make up the foundation of her work. These are for her clients to take radical responsibility for their reality, practice daily self-awareness of their energy and thoughts, and realize that being uncomfortable is the catalyst to change. Her mission is for the individual to see their worth, speak their truth, and understand that if they leverage the power of their mind and work in tandem with their heart and soul, they can do and be anything they desire. She creates this by actively incorporating the practice of belief systems, decisions, and visualization.FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/

Send us a message!TRIGGER WARNING: This episode has discussion of suicide.In this empowering episode author Wendy Beth Cozzens shares:What led her to write her book and share her story,The importance of seeking help when you are struggling with suicidal ideation,The power of discovering stillness within yourself as a daily practice,What “going to Bermuda” is and why it helps,The five principles she shares in her book that helped her find peace and purpose in her life,The importance of honesty with yourself in order to heal,The importance of activity six: Creating Your Circle of Interests, Enjoying Each Moment,The “How Am I” scale and why it helps,How taking personal responsibility for your healing leads to an authentic, joyful life, andHow she helps people as a “soul guide.”Website:  www.wendybeth.orgInstagram: @wendybeth___Facebook: Wendy BethYouTube: Wendy Beth -- Living BlueprintBook: Living BlueprintBio:Wendy Beth is a fellow traveler, speaker, and Soul Guide. Her purpose and passion is to help others work through confusion, loss, and suicidal ideation–issues she faced and overcame. Utilizing her degree in family science, Wendy Beth not only offers her true story but a powerful, practical 40-day journey to help you gain traction towards your own happily ever after.Wendy Beth kept a promise. After uncovering the dark lies she was raised with, she found empowered truth to live from. She created a unique Living Blueprint to share a world of choice, safety, belonging, and unapologetic authenticity. This book transforms anxiety, addiction, and even self-hatred into a peaceful, joy-filled life. In a world that is not an equal playing field, the author experienced a phenomenal learning-healing process in which she proved it possible to reshape shame into forgiveness, self-compassion, and true resilience. This is possible for anyone, no matter what, because you were born for joy.FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/

Send us a message!In this enlightening episode Dr. Jennifer Giordano shares:Her background in holistic psychiatry, What she learned in her experience as a traditional psychiatrist,The difference between how she approached treatment as a traditional psychiatrist versus now as a holistic psychiatrist,How learning to listen to her clients has helped her help them more effectively,How openness to exploration can lead to recovery,The incredible healing power of the body,How to help people be healthy emotionally, mentally, and physically in a holistic way, instead of relying on a pill,Why she started her practice True You Psychiatry & Wellness,What “slow psychiatry” is, andThe power of a relationship-based approach to treatment.Website:  www.trueyoupsych.comInstagram: @trueyoupsychiatryFacebook: True You Psychiatry & WellnessEmail: hello@truyoupsych.comBio:Dr. Jennifer Giordano, widely recognized as Dr. G, is a psychiatrist who uses a holistic approach to help those who want to take an active role in their own health and avoid, decrease, or stop using psychiatric medications.  She saw the major gap in the medical community in the understanding of psych med tapering and wanted to help fill it, which grew into working one-on-one with hundreds of people navigating the tapering terrain.Dr G believes people deserve to know their options before considering mind-altering medication.  She guides patients to safely come-off psych medications through expert holistic mental healthcare and a common sense approach.Dr. Giordano’s educational background includes a degree in Industrial & Operations Engineering from the University of Michigan in 1997 followed by a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from Michigan State University in 2003. She completed her Psychiatry Residency at Henry Ford Hospital in 2010.  FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/

Send us a message!In this uplifting and encouraging episode Tom Ballard “The Heart Rock Guy” shares:His incredible story beginning to help others by sharing “heart rocks”,The beautiful, uplifting ideas he shares with students in school assemblies,How heart rocks become an “artifact” that helps remind you that you matter and your life has value,How reaching outwards in kindness has helped him with his bipolar symptoms,The joy that spreads through sharing heart rocks, or finding your own unique form of kindness,The benefits of finding purpose in your life to your mental health.Website:  www.takeheart.rocksInstagram: @takeheart.rocksBe a supporter!Patreon: Take Heart RocksGoFundMe: Heart Rocks for Suicide PreventionBio:Tom Ballard is "The Heart Rock Guy." He is a kindness specialist, motivational speaker, and stone carver. His way of being kind? Making and distributing hundreds of thousands of heart rocks. He believes that people can use heart rocks to strengthen family ties, deepen friendships, and save lives. He's a dynamic storyteller and loves sharing experiences he's had making and distributing heart rocks. As someone living with mental illness, bipolar disorder, Tom believes that using creativity and kindness is how we lift ourselves and others out of the darkness and struggles that we all experience. His goal is to distribute one million heart rocks by 2029. Learn more about Tom's work and mission at takeheart.rocks. FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/

Send us a message!In this incredibly enlightening episode Rapid Resolution Therapy founder Dr. Jon Connelly shares:The experiences with trauma survivors that led him to question the generally accepted approaches to trauma healing,How he developed Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT) as a form of therapy that doesn’t retraumatize people, Ways that RRT differs from other forms of therapy,How RRT helps to replace guilt, shame and resentment with clarity,The flaws in the mental health system that are preventing healing,How RRT helps to resolve trauma without reliving the trauma,The unique approach to training RRT practitioners that makes the training so effective, andHow to assess a therapist to determine if they will assist you effectively.Website Link:  Rapid Resolution Therapy®Instagram: @rapidresolutiontherapyFacebook: Rapid Resolution TherapyTwitter/X: twitter.com/cleartraumaLinkedIn: Rapid Resolution Therapy®Link to books and other free resources:  Resources — Rapid Resolution Therapy®RRT Solutions Group: FREE EVENTEvery Monday 7-9 pm EDT (also held once a month on either Wed or Thurs in the afternoon)Register here:  RRT: Solutions! — The Institute for Rapid Resolution Therapy, Inc.You can attend as often as you like and at no charge. These are micro-sessions and not as comprehensive as the private sessions, but we have found attendees have had breakthroughs in the short amount of time.Upcoming Events - Discount code CLEAR25Transformation & Healing — Rapid Resolution Therapy®Clinical Hypnosis & RRT — Rapid Resolution Therapy®Bio:Jon Connelly first founded the Institute for Survivors of Sexual Violence, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization engaged in research and development of cutting-edge treatment for survivors of trauma.  His early career experiences as a child protective service worker and clinical supervisor in a program for traumatized teens helped shape the creation of Rapid Resolution Therapy.  Jon is the author of Life Changing Conversations with Rapid Resolution Therapy, a book demonstrating that a single conversation can dramatically improve one’s life.  He recently published another book, Grief is Not Sacred, demonstrating how grief can be resolved in a single meeting.  He also developed iFREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/FREE Facebook Group for Moms with Bipolar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bipolarmomslivingwellwebsite: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideofbipolar/