Lori Owens - Master Resilience Training, Positive Psychology Instructor
26 episodes
19 hours ago
Do you struggle with depression that isolates you and robs you of the joys in living? Does anxiety prevent you from achieving your dreams? Are you feeling disconnected from your friends and family? Have trouble focusing?
Let me tell you, my friend, you are not alone!
This podcast will help you:
-develop customized strategies to manage your anxiety
-move from isolating depression to joy-filled living
-get out of the house and re-engaged with your favorite hobbies
-rebuild relationships with friends and family
Hey, I’m Lori. A single dog mom, lover of nature, and PTSD survivor.
For years, I struggled with social isolation, severe depression, crippling anxiety, and clinical burnout. I tried powering through, toughing it out, and being strong only for my symptoms to worsen.
I finally realized that if I was going to get my life back, things needed to change. I learned how to ask for help, set boundaries, and changed my thinking patterns. I removed toxins from my diet, home, and relationships. And, in time, I found my purpose, rediscovered my joy, and was able to reconnect with those I love.
Today, I lead a life filled with hope, meaning, and joy. Even on those tough days, I have a purpose that keeps me moving forward.
If you’re ready get your life back:
- to break free from depression and anxiety
- re-engage with the people and activities around you.
- find joy and meaning in your life
- learn brain hacks to help you focus and achieve your goals.
Then this podcast is for you!
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Do you struggle with depression that isolates you and robs you of the joys in living? Does anxiety prevent you from achieving your dreams? Are you feeling disconnected from your friends and family? Have trouble focusing?
Let me tell you, my friend, you are not alone!
This podcast will help you:
-develop customized strategies to manage your anxiety
-move from isolating depression to joy-filled living
-get out of the house and re-engaged with your favorite hobbies
-rebuild relationships with friends and family
Hey, I’m Lori. A single dog mom, lover of nature, and PTSD survivor.
For years, I struggled with social isolation, severe depression, crippling anxiety, and clinical burnout. I tried powering through, toughing it out, and being strong only for my symptoms to worsen.
I finally realized that if I was going to get my life back, things needed to change. I learned how to ask for help, set boundaries, and changed my thinking patterns. I removed toxins from my diet, home, and relationships. And, in time, I found my purpose, rediscovered my joy, and was able to reconnect with those I love.
Today, I lead a life filled with hope, meaning, and joy. Even on those tough days, I have a purpose that keeps me moving forward.
If you’re ready get your life back:
- to break free from depression and anxiety
- re-engage with the people and activities around you.
- find joy and meaning in your life
- learn brain hacks to help you focus and achieve your goals.
Then this podcast is for you!
If you struggle with holiday anxiety, emotional eating, or seasonal depression (SAD), this episode of Practical Solutions for PTSD offers compassionate, trauma-informed guidance to help you stay grounded and emotionally balanced through the holidays.
Learn how food choices impact your mood, energy, and mental health—and discover six simple nutrition and lifestyle tips to prevent mood crashes, ease anxiety symptoms, and support emotional regulation.
You’ll also explore how to set healthy boundaries around food, honor your body’s hunger and fullness signals, and make mindful decisions that support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
Whether you’re navigating stress, grief, or overstimulation this season, these trauma-informed nutrition strategies will help you enjoy holiday meals without guilt, sugar crashes, or burnout—so you can truly feel calm, nourished, and present from the inside out.
In this episode, we explore how gratitude can become a gentle light in the darkness of trauma. Gratitude doesn’t erase pain or pretend everything’s okay — it helps us integrate healing, ease anxiety symptoms, and reconnect with hope. When life feels heavy with loneliness, isolation, or depression, gratitude offers small, meaningful moments of peace and even joy. Whether you’re walking through grief, anxiety, or the long road of PTSD recovery, you’ll learn practical, compassionate ways to cultivate gratitude without denying your story — and begin rebuilding connection, resilience, and healthier relationships along the way.
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Struggling with seasonal depression, anxiety symptoms, or overstimulation? In this episode, you’ll learn practical ways to reduce stress and anxiety through your environment, even if you live in a small apartment or busy household. Discover how light, texture, scent, and sound can support emotional regulation, ease trauma symptoms, and turn your space into a gentle refuge of warmth and comfort.
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When anxiety and overwhelm take over, it’s easy to lose focus, feel isolated, and drift into loneliness while you struggle with the guilt of unmet expectations. In this episode, learn three small, practical shifts that can help you stay grounded, reduce anxiety symptoms, and reclaim real joy — even in the middle of PTSD recovery. Discover how to set simple time and energy boundaries that protect your peace, restore balance, and help you do a lot more of what truly matters. These tools will help you reconnect with yourself and others so you can move from surviving to living with calm, clarity, and confidence.
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Learn how healthy boundaries can ease anxiety symptoms, reduce stress, and help you break free from isolation and burnout. We’ll talk about how poor communication and lack of limits can drain your emotional energy—and how clear, confident boundaries can restore balance, self-control, and connection. Join us as we explore practical steps for protecting your mental health, improving relationships, and even overcoming depression through stronger, healthier boundaries.
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When communication fails, it doesn’t just cause misunderstanding—it erodes trust, deepens loneliness, and can even worsen depression or anxiety symptoms. It stirs guilt, anger, and isolation, leaving us feeling disconnected from the people who matter most. In this episode, we’ll unpack why communication breaks down and explore simple, practical ways to rebuild understanding, restore connection, and strengthen your relationships.
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Do you feel unseen or unheard? Has guilt or shame made you pull away from the very people who could help you heal? Do you ever hide your pain because you don’t want to burden anyone else?
Your healing could be on the other side of connection.
In this episode we talk about 5 ways connection and a social support network can bring healing – to your heart, mind, and body – and practical ways you can build or strengthen those connections.
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Are you stuck in anger, hurt, or guilt? Forgiveness isn’t about excusing bad behavior—it’s about setting yourself free. In this episode, we’ll explore what true forgiveness is (and what it’s not), why God calls us to forgive, and how letting go leads to freedom, healing, and peace. Discover why forgiveness is essential for your spiritual growth, emotional health, and even physical well-being. You’ll also learn practical, biblical steps to release pain, overcome hurt, and find healing—even when forgiving feels impossible. Plus, we’ll talk about what to do when you’re the one who needs forgiveness.
If you’re ready to break free from the heavy weight of anger and experience God’s grace, this episode will show you the path to true freedom.
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Are you stuck in anger, hurt, or guilt? Forgiveness isn’t about excusing bad behavior—it’s about setting yourself free. In this episode, we’ll explore what true forgiveness is (and what it’s not), why God calls us to forgive, and how letting go leads to freedom, healing, and peace. Discover why forgiveness is essential for your spiritual growth, emotional health, and even physical well-being. You’ll also learn practical, biblical steps to release pain, overcome hurt, and find healing—even when forgiving feels impossible. Plus, we’ll talk about what to do when you’re the one who needs forgiveness.
If you’re ready to break free from the heavy weight of anger and experience God’s grace, this episode will show you the path to true freedom.
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Feeling the weight of the winter blues? In this episode, we’ll share 7 foods scientifically shown to help ease symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and boost your mood naturally. In this episode, you’ll learn how to use your diet as a powerful tool against seasonal depression. Whether you struggle with low energy, cravings, or mood dips in the colder months, these simple food swaps can make a real difference.
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In this episode, we explore 7 powerful lessons from the life of Elijah—how God met him in the depths of depression, restored his strength, and gave him renewed purpose. Discover how God provided for Elijah’s physical needs, encouraged him with His presence, reminded him his work was not in vain, and even placed a faithful friend at his side. These timeless truths will inspire hope, resilience, and a deeper trust in God’s care for you.
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Feeling weighed down by the Monday Blues—or maybe the whole week? In this episode, we’ll share 10 simple, practical steps you can take today to lift your mood, ease anxiety, and push back against depression. Each idea is easy to implement and designed to help you regain hope, energy, and a brighter outlook on life.
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Boundaries may feel tricky to set, but they’re truly transformative once in place. In this episode, we’ll explore 4 foundational principles for setting healthy boundaries—and why they matter so much. You’ll learn how boundaries can
reduce stress
ease anxiety and depression
boost your productivity
strengthen your relationships.
If you’ve ever struggled with feeling stretched too thin or taken advantage of, this conversation will help you see how boundaries aren’t walls but bridges to a healthier, more balanced life.
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In this episode, we explore 7 powerful lessons from the life of Elijah—how God met him in the depths of depression, restored his strength, and gave him renewed purpose. Discover how God provided for Elijah’s physical needs, encouraged him with His presence, reminded him his work was not in vain, and even placed a faithful friend at his side. These timeless truths will inspire hope, resilience, and a deeper trust in God’s care for you.
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In this episode, we explore the 6 core human needs present in every relationship. Understand how these needs shape connection, improve communication, and help you build stronger, healthier relationships.
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Source: How to Communicate in a Relationship | Tony Robbins
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Discover fun fall activities that get you outdoors, ease stress, and lift your mood. Learn simple ways to build resilience, beat Seasonal Affective Disorder, and boost your mental health while enjoying the season.
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Previous episodes mentioned:
06. Feel More Depressed in the Winter? 4 Tips to Overcome Seasonal Depression https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.podbean.com/e/overcomeseasonaldepression/
02. Is It More Than Depression? 4 Faces of PTSD and Hope for the Future
https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.podbean.com/e/4facesofptsd/
Contact us:
info@practicalsolutionsforptsd.com
Loneliness can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to stay stuck in isolation. In this episode, we’ll share 10 practical and meaningful ways to strengthen your relationships and create deeper connections with the people around you. From simple daily habits to intentional steps that build trust and closeness, these strategies will help you combat loneliness, break free from isolation, and experience the joy of genuine connection.
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08. Use This Superpower to Help Your Rebuild Relationships and Deepen Bonds with Those You Love https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.podbean.com/e/goodnews/
Source: Focus on the Fundamentals of Effective Communication within an Organization Part Two - The Coughlin Company : The Coughlin Company
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Discover how celebrating others’ wins can deepen connection, build trust, and bring more joy into your relationships.
Relationships are one of the greatest sources of joy in our lives—but they can also be complicated and challenging. While we often think about supporting loved ones in difficult times, we sometimes forget the importance of showing up in the good times too.
In this episode, you’ll learn one simple but powerful technique that can immediately strengthen your relationships: how you respond when the people you love share good news. I’ll walk you through four common response styles—ranging from joy multipliers to joy thieves—and help you reflect on how you typically show up. By the end, you’ll have practical tools to make your loved ones feel valued, heard, and celebrated.
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When you’re caught up in depression, anxiety, or fear, it can feel like those emotions define you. But emotions are not your identity—they’re simply data. Like a ship’s compass, they give you information about where you are, so you can navigate toward where you want to go. In this episode, we’ll explore how to step back from negative emotions, see them as signals rather than labels, and use practical tools to shift out of the negative cycle into a more positive one. You’ll learn how to gain distance without judgment, interrupt the downward spiral by cultivating positive emotions, and discover the hidden benefits even in life’s struggles.
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Referenced episodes:
Is It More Than Depression? 4 Faces of PTSD and Hope for the Future
https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.podbean.com/e/4facesofptsd/
Crushed by Expectations? 7 Everyday Solutions to Move You from Overwhelmed to Empowered.
https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.podbean.com/e/7-everyday-stress-solutions/
Contact us:
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Do you struggle with depression that isolates you and robs you of the joys in living? Does anxiety prevent you from achieving your dreams? Are you feeling disconnected from your friends and family? Have trouble focusing?
Let me tell you, my friend, you are not alone!
This podcast will help you:
-develop customized strategies to manage your anxiety
-move from isolating depression to joy-filled living
-get out of the house and re-engaged with your favorite hobbies
-rebuild relationships with friends and family
Hey, I’m Lori. A single dog mom, lover of nature, and PTSD survivor.
For years, I struggled with social isolation, severe depression, crippling anxiety, and clinical burnout. I tried powering through, toughing it out, and being strong only for my symptoms to worsen.
I finally realized that if I was going to get my life back, things needed to change. I learned how to ask for help, set boundaries, and changed my thinking patterns. I removed toxins from my diet, home, and relationships. And, in time, I found my purpose, rediscovered my joy, and was able to reconnect with those I love.
Today, I lead a life filled with hope, meaning, and joy. Even on those tough days, I have a purpose that keeps me moving forward.
If you’re ready get your life back:
- to break free from depression and anxiety
- re-engage with the people and activities around you.
- find joy and meaning in your life
- learn brain hacks to help you focus and achieve your goals.
Then this podcast is for you!