Dr. Pirkey is a Academic Research Fellow with The University of Memphis' Benjamin L. Hooks Institute for Social Change. In this recording, she reads two articles she recently wrote titled: "Intertwining Destinies: Heroes' Hearts Beating as One" and "Transitioning from Fate to Destiny". The link to the articles in written form will be posted here once they are available.
**For former podcast listeners, as you all know, I have decided to end my podcast show; nonetheless, please feel free to listen to these recorded articles. Take care!
Get carried away to the beat of this rhythmic, jazz-like interaction between Drs. Washington and Pirkey as they discuss the benefits and sociocultural history of drumming. Stay tuned!
Time Stamps will be released soon!
Please enjoy this episode as Dr. Pirkey faces her own discomfort and humbling learning lessons regarding problem solving in the context of preparing for this episode. She, then, introduces her problem solving process through story telling to convey how she problem "solved" the ultimate problem of them all: how our experiences influence our understanding of our challenges --both individually and collectively.
**Due to unforseen circumstances, Dr. Pirkey must postpone her upcoming episodes until mid-January. She appreciates your empathy and patience! :) Big changes are at play! WOOHOO!
Time Stamps:
00:01:25: Using Context in Problem Solving
00:08:25: Finding Balance Between Work/Play/Self-Care
00:14:57: Allowing Yourself Opportunities to Heal & be Your Authentic Self
00:20:17: Committing to Co-Creating a Culture of Change
Welcome to Series 2 of What's Next! I hope you enjoy this fun, game-oriented, introductory episode on problem solving. :)
00.00.11: Series Introduction
00.00.45: The Blueprint for Problem Solving
00.03.45: Context: Structure and Foundation
00.05.04: The Pinball Game of Problem Solving
00.06.30: How to Prepare for this Series
“Music with all its subtlety has immense power to unite people, spread love, and bring peace [to] the world!” – Sanchita Pandey
“Music is one of the longest standing, self-prescribed therapy in history.” – Erin Seibert, Music therapist
Be sure to tune in to learn all about how the program "Recovery Unplugged", founded by Aerosmith's Richie Supa (song writer & guitarist), supports and empowers people to rise above their addiction and mental health challenges. Special thanks to Karen Morgan, Addiction Counselor and Recovery Unplugged Outreach Manager, as she guides us through this insightful episode.
00.01.11: Recovery Unplugged: Music as a Catalyst for Change
00.02.44: Connecting Music to Emotions
00.04.05 : History of Recovery Unplugged
00.06.03: Recognizing the Signs of Addiction & What To Do
00.10.40: Finding the Value & Benefit in Bringing Addictive Patterns into Another's Awareness
00.17.21: How Music Affects Addiction: A Theory
00.24.29: A Plan for Recovery
00.26.34: My Experience with Music Therapy
00.30.26: Why do people start using drugs?
00.34.41: Shame, Addiction, & Acceptance
00.38.20: Stigma of Addiction & Mental Health
00.40.59: Unabashed Plug: Dr. Pirkey's Call for Aid
00.43.15: Using Russian Doll Metaphor to explain Trauma, Bias, & Healing
00.43.31: Announcing Series 2
00.44.57: Three more episodes left for Series 1 (Overlapping with Series 2)
https://www.recoveryunplugged.com/
Email: whatsnextofficial2020@gmail.com
IG: @the_PhD_Yogini
FB: Facebook.com/WNPodcast
*Correction: Recovery Unplugged has centers across the nation --not globe. :) Whoops!
In the mood for an uplifting, scientifically-infused perspective of mantras that includes opportunities to learn and practice for yourself? Please enjoy this week's episode on Mantras with Kundalini practitioner and teacher, Ravi Singh. Also, be sure to tune in after the interview as an incredibly important announcement is made... ;) Enjoy!
01:14: Mantras: Background & History
05:11: Looking Within: Sweetness of Self
06:55: Most Common Mantras
08:31: Practicing Silent Mantras
11:01: Mantras vs. Religion
13:24: Practicing Spoken Mantras
17:01: Mantras for Enhancing Spiritual/Personal Development
19:28: Mantras & God: The (T)ruth vs. (t)ruth
21:59: Positive Benefits of Mantras Continued
23:28: Explaining & Practicing Sa Ta Na Ma
25:55: Theory of Karma: Cause & Effect
28:01: Mantras & Problem Solving
34:14: Memorable Story of Mantra Practice*
38:11: Mantras vs. Positive Affirmations**
41:35: Neutral Mind: How to Engage in the Q-Anon Discussion***
Ravi's website: raviana.com
Email: whatsnextofficial2020@gmail.com
IG: @the_PhD_Yogini
FB: facebook.com/WNPodcast
TO read after listening:
* This cute story actually reminds me of a helpful tip for teachers that I learned from a KYT friend. Perhaps, using a white board (with the name of the mantra spelled out in Sanskrit as well as its meaning) would be helpful (when I first began my practice as a student, I found it incredibly beneficial); the former helps with pronunciation and both the former and the latter supports the student to more deeply engage in the present moment/practice rather than them wondering what they're saying and whether they're saying it "right".
** Another helpful tip for positive affirmations: Meet yourself where you're at. For instance, if you are not feeling as though you are "worthy" of God's love, perhaps breaking the affirmation into something more palatable (i.e., that you actually believe) and then slowly scaffolding yourself to deeper levels of love/worthiness may be a worthwhile approach, so as to experience less resistance in the learning/practicing process. Hope this helps!
*** Another important point: For me, reviewing secondary sources for accurate/Truthful information feels to lack integrity. I realize it can feel time consuming and energy draining to locate reliable, primary sources on your own; I, myself, am still looking up the debunking reviews and am attempting to discern what is "Truth". All that is to say: NO judgment! Personally, until I can figure it out for myself, I do not feel comfortable taking a "side" as to what is "Truth" as I do not want my ego to drive my interpretation.
You won't want to miss this episode on Emotionally Focused Therapy with Debbie Pridemore, LPC, LMFT (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist; EFT Certified & Supervisor)! Given the current sociopolitical tensions, this episode could not be more appropriately timed. Please listen and employ these strategies for yourself so that we, together, may be part of the solution to healing and working through these complex emotions produced by a trauma-filled world.
On a lighter note, I'm finally announcing the purpose of the upcoming Series. :) I also believe it is well-timed and hope you agree! Please enjoy!
Time Stamps:
00:01:28: What is EFT?
00:03:43: Protection & Connection Needs: Real-world Examples
00:08:21: Tools to build emotional awareness of external world
00:14:27: Building connections
00:17:54: Bringing the unknown emotions to the known
00:22:41: Discerning upregulated feelings: Trauma vs. Joy
00:24:42: Learning about Self in Relation to Others (Attachment)
00:29:15: Building Self-Compassion in the Face of External Shame
00:30:11: Effective Strategies for Sharing Needs
00:33:14: Discerning Personal Emotions From Projections
As promised, this brief episode provides alternative approaches to acupuncture and other tools that may not be financially feasible [or undesirable due to a variety of reasons, such as fear of needles]; also, I make a call to healing/health practitioners who are willing to provide pro-bono/discounted services to those in need (both financially and of the service itself). I, then, wrap up the episode by explaining some of the specialized language used in the episode with Dr. Helen Ly on acupuncture. Please enjoy the lively, matcha-tea-caffeinated episode! :)
Sleeping is easily one of life's greatest pleasures --but being tired is definitely NOT! Tune in with myself and Dr. Judiann Jones (Clinical Psychologist) with Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare to learn how to improve your sleep habits, know when you need a sleep study, and so much more! Please enjoy. :)
I used to be able to pull all-nighters but now I can barely pull all-dayers. —@wolfyneyda
Until I started experiencing insomnia, I had no idea it was possible to be this furious with each of my pillows individually. —@morninggloria
01:07 - What is CBT-I?
02:29 - Triggers of Insomnia
04:30 - Strategies, tools, & resources for improving sleep habits/reducing insomnia
10:00 - The essential guidelines
14:05 - Is a consistent bedtime key?
15:40 - When is a sleep study/clinic needed?
21:52 - How good sleep supports our waking life
23:38 - Tired vs. Sleepy
25:38 - Tips to get out of the bed when we're sleepy
whatsnextofficial2020@gmail.com
Feelin' kinky?! --Regarding your spine, of course! Tune in to today's episode as chiropractor, Dr. Brandon Shapiro, provides a conceptual adjustment to our perspective of chiropractic care. Enjoy! :)
00:24: Chiropractic Care: Science, Art, & Philosophy
11:54: Differing Views of Chiropractic Care
19:41: Benefits of Chiropractic Care
24:43: Health Care vs. Emergency Care
28:50: Chiropractic Neurology: Scientific & Spiritual Perspectives
39:41: Preparing for the Chiropractic Session
52:33: Memorable Stories
Dr Shapiro's email: iawakepma@protonmail.com
Whaaaaaa--- Needles... for Health!?! Allow acupuncturist and neurologist (MD), Dr. Helen Ly, to calm your nerves as she explains how the ancient practice and painless process of acupuncture can support your mind-body health.
00:01:10: Acupuncture: Its History, Practice, & Purpose
00:03:46: Eastern & Western Perspectives
00:10:00: Mind-Body Health
00:14:39: Leaning into Resistance
00:24:59: The Art of Acupuncture
00:33:15: Acupuncture & Psychological Trauma?
00:35:41: Acupuncture & Stress
00:39:19: Preparing for the Session
Dr. Ly Natural Health:
--www.drly.net
What's Next?!:
--Email: whatsnextofficial2020@gmail.com
--IG: @the_PhD_Yogini
--FB: facebook.com/WNPodcast
Ever wanted to learn about Chinese Medicine and other eastern practices, such as Qigong? Be sure to tune in as Chinese Medicine doctor, Roger Jahnke, and I discuss the "baskets of Chinese Medicine", the history of Qigong, relevant ancient texts, how to prepare for and what to expect during a session, as well as other resources, too!
00:01:08: About the Interviewee/ Dr. Jahnke
00:02:27: The Ancient Text
00:03:18: Chinese Medicine
00:11:44: The Discovery, Neurophysiology, and "baskets" of Qigong
00:32:40: Preparing for/ Expectations of a Qigong session
00:40:58: Resources to learn more
Dr. Jahnke link: iiqtc.org
What's Next?!: whatsnextofficial2020@gmail.com ; @the_PhD_yogini ; facebook.com/WNPodcast
Have you ever heard of the word, Reiki, and thought, "What the heck is that?!" Well fortunately, we were able to secure an interview with two Reiki master practitioners, Tracy Shoman and Jennifer Hutchins, who were willing to share their wisdom to enlighten us with a balanced perspective (i.e., both scientific and spiritual) of just what exactly Reiki is. This episode provides a solid explanation of what "Reiki" is, how it works to produce research-based benefits, how to prepare for the session, and so much more! See below for more details.
00:00:45: Reiki Defined and its History
00:04:12: Analogy for How Reiki Works
00:05:27: The Role of the Reiki Master Practitioner
00:06:10 : How Reiki is akin to Meditation
00:07:35: Considerations when Choosing a Reiki Practitioner
00:15:52: Benefits of Reiki with a more in-depth description of how Reiki works
00:23:36: Personal testimonies (clients and their own)
00:35:40: Preparing for the Session
00:41:41 Memorable/Fun Reiki Stories with closing thoughts
Tracy Shoman (scientific approach): tracyshoman.com
Jennifer Hutchins (spiritual apporach): jaehutchins@gmail.com
After a short hiatus, Dr. Pirkey is back and ready to share more mind-body-spirit tools with you! Please join her and her friend and masseuse, Corey with Massage Envy, LLC, as we discuss the benefits of massage, how to prepare yourself to reap the full spectrum of benefits, how to support your daily functioning through massage and consciousness functional fitness/work out routines, and SO much more.
Time Stamps:
00:04:33: Researched-Based Benefits of Massages
00:06:15: The Importance of Breathing Through Your Massage
00:11:31: Choosing an Aroma for Your Massage
00:14:54: Getting the Most Benefits from Your Massage
00:19:17: The Role of Communication During/Before Massage
00:30:04: At-Home Self-Massage Recommendations
Ever been curious about essential oils --How they "work"? How to use them? How to discern the best quality? How to maximize the benefits? Join Stephanie, an essential oil educator, and myself as we discuss all things essential oils. :) Please enjoy!
--Link for Essential Oils: hello-essentials.com/shom-2
--Email to be part of What's Next or receive outline: whatsnextofficial2020@gmail.com
--IG: @the_PhD_Yogini
--FB: Facebook.com/WNPodcast
*This podcast is open to ALL essential oil brands; you must decide which its best suited to meet your needs.
Time Stamps:
00:00:20 Introduction & Credentials of Stephanie Hom
00:01:41 What are Essentials Oils
00:04:19 Best Process for Extracting Oils
00:06:16 Researched Based Benefits of Essential Oils
00:17:42 Identifying the Right Oils for You
00:25:43 Using Essential Oils to Aid in Focusing
00:39:30 Discerning the Quality of the Product
00:44:30 How to Use Essential Oils
How do the age-old questions of "What is my life purpose?" and " Who am I?" support our mind-body-spirit health and problem solving abilities? How can we apply this knowledge into our daily lives to actually transform ourselves and our world --for the betterment of all? To discover for yourself, Drs. Botella and Pirkey invite you to tune into this episode of "What's Next?!". Please enjoy!
Potential links of interest:
portlandinstitute.org
thevenusproject.com
Time Stamps:
00:02:50 Meaning Making & Its Relationship to Spirituality
00:09:55 Finding Meaning Through Your Own Existence
00:12:48 Using Spiritual Meaning Making for Problem Solving
00:15:07 Difference Between Spirituality and Religion
00:24:46 Moving Forward and Cooperating with Others
00:30:07 Connecting with Others Through Compassion & Love
00:35:00 How Language Constructs Our World
Navigating through times of grief, loss, and uncertainty can be incredibly overwhelming. How can we support ourselves and others through this process? Why does loss feel so difficult, so painful to process? How can we re-access meaning in our lives after we experience a loss --whether it be a loved one, a career, or an aspect of ourselves? Please join myself and Dr. Robert Neimeyer, international grief researcher and psychologist, as we discuss this process of reconstructing meaning in our lives after experiencing a loss. Please enjoy!
To learn more about our guest, his/his colleagues' services, and their clinical training opportunities and workshops, please visit : portlandinstitute.org
Time Stamps:
00:01:57 The Meaning Making Process of Grief
00:07:50 Processing Loss During Covid-19
00:16:13 Valuing and Honoring Your Emotions
00:21:51 Having Self Regard and Regard for Others
00:31:41 Applying Meaning Making to the Loss of “Self”
00:42:12 Developing a Secure Relationship with Yourself
Are you ready to dive into the depths of your mind to re-discover the truth of who you are --your true potential? Please join Drs. Conforti and Pirkey as they engage in a fascinating dialog regarding the dream analysis process, how to remain objective during the dream analysis process to yield trustworthy results, and importantly, how the dream analysis process supports our ability to heal the hurts of our global community by first starting with our own individual, self-analysis process. Please enjoy! :)
00.02.06: Background information on Dr. Michael Conforti
00.03.33: Explanation of Dream Analysis
00.06.17: Discussion on Self-Analysis… Relationship between the Universe and Our Perception
00.13.22: Fields in the World and Their Influences
00.22.00: Truth is What You Make It… Natural Currents in Life
00.29.00: Ideologies Can Blind You… “Horse with Blinders”
00.42.07: Wind and Spirit Connections
00.48.00: Self Analysis and Getting out of Your Own Way
00.61.30: Story of Little Boxes
This episode provides a guided opportunity to experience a "3-part breath" meditation; this meditation includes both internal (e.g., body and breath) and external scans (sounds) and also utilizes principles from the scientifically-validated meditation style known as Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). Feel free to use this while seated on a chair, the ground, a cushion, folded blanket, or pillow. And please employ this breath as often as you like (with eyes open, you could use this breath while walking, driving, listening to others, etc.). Please enjoy!
**By listening to this recording, you agree to always assume full responsibility for your own health and well-being. :)
Are you ready to open your creative capacity for healing grief and trauma? Join Sharon and myself as we not only share our personal testimonies regarding the benefits of art therapy but also our understandings of how art therapy supports the healing process, as well as instructions for how to engage in the process; we also provides a list of resources to be led through the process by a trained professional (see below).
Time Stamps:
00:01:30- Sharon Strouse Personal Experience w/Art Therapy
00:06:02- The Process of Creating Through Trauma
00:11:01- Empowering Benefits of Art Therapy
00:12:28- The Concept of Being Grounded
00:20:20- Benefits of Art Therapy During Trying Times
00:25:26- Using Art Therapy to Articulate Your Trauma
00:33:37- How to Contact Sharon Strouse
Sharon Strouse's email and other relevant links:
devotion5@hotmail.com
www.krsf.com
www.artfulgrief.com
www.portlandinstitute.org