✨ Episode Summary: Ever have one of those days where it feels like everyone is out to test your patience? In this classic replay, Cheri Flake dives deep into what’s really going on when the world feels extra annoying—and (spoiler!) the answer might not be them. With wisdom from retreats, a powerful teaching by Pema Chödrön, and reminders from A Course in Miracles, Cheri unpacks the empowering truth of owning your inner landscape. This episode includes a deeply grounding "Train Station OM" meditation to help you return to your center and choose peace over reactivity. 🔑 3 Key Learning Points:

• It’s not them, it’s you: When everyone is getting on your nerves, it's time to look inward, not outward.
• Replace the loop: Stop affirming negative states (like saying "I’m tired")—your brain listens and responds accordingly.
• You get to choose: Every moment is an invitation to respond consciously rather than react unconsciously.

📣 Mentions & Shout-Outs:

• 🎭 TV Show: Shrinking — sparked the convo about honesty in therapy
• 🧘‍♀️ Pema Chödrön — her short retreat video inspired the episode’s key metaphor
• 📚 A Course in Miracles — quoted for its teaching on inner change sparking outer peace
• 🧳 Retreat Center: Ignatius House, Atlanta — Cheri’s pre-recording getaway
• 🏔️ Upcoming Retreats:
  • Blue Ridge, GA (June & Oct) – Mountain meditation & yoga escape
  • Jekyll Island (Aug) – Beach retreat with sunrise yoga & bonfire bliss
    👉 Reserve Your Spot
• 👩‍🏫 Yoga with Cindy Dollar – returning favorite teacher from Asheville
• 🥗 Chef Christina Law – farm-to-table meals + Thai massage
• 💌 Mailing List Perk: Jump on Cheri’s mailer to stay stress-free and in the loop!
• 🛠️ Producer Credit: Huge thanks to Owen Flake for producing this classic replay 🙌

✨ Episode Summary: This classic replay episode is one of those golden ones that deserves a second (or third!) listen. In this heartfelt and high-energy convo, Cheri welcomes the legendary Davidji—named one of USA Today's top five meditation teachers to follow—to wrap up her 12-week series with a deep dive on making meditation a lifelong habit. From his iconic "RPM" method to the science behind morning rituals and his game-changing 16 Seconds to Bliss technique, Davidji offers wisdom that's wildly practical and deeply soulful. Plus, there’s a beautiful guided meditation and a few tender moments about Peaches (yes, the Buddha-princess pup). A must-revisit for anyone ready to recommit to stillness—one breath at a time. 🎧 Originally aired thanks to our dear friend Owen—this is a lovingly handpicked replay. Enjoy the magic all over again. 🧘 Key Learning Points:

• Ritual beats willpower. Davidji’s "RPM" formula—Rise, Pee, Meditate—makes your practice as natural as brushing your teeth.
• Subtle wins are still wins. Meditation changes your brain and your life, but the signs might whisper, not shout—so stay tuned in.
• 16 Seconds to Bliss works—even if you know the trick. A simple breath technique can stop stress in its tracks and bring you back to the now, anywhere, anytime.

📚 Mentions & Shout-Outs:

• 🧔‍♂️ Davidji – Meditation master, author, and founder of the Masters of Wisdom & Meditation Teacher Training
• 🐶 Peaches – Davidji’s mindful Morkie and tiny teacher of unconditional love
• 📖 Books by Davidji:
  • Secrets of Meditation – the OG foundation (and all proceeds go to charity!)
  • Destressifying – Cheri’s favorite, packed with real-world tools like SODA and SQUEEZE
  • Sacred Powers – a deep dive into transformation through powerful inner questions
• 🧪 Study Mention: Broadcasting Happiness by Michelle Gielan – research showing how your first 30 minutes shape your entire day
• Special thanks to Owen Flake – For helping bring this classic episode back to the feed through producing and editing. We love you!

✨ Episode Summary: Welcome to Season 2! In this warm and witty kickoff, your favorite stress therapist brings us back to what matters: stillness, consciousness, and the radical magic of not saying “I’m tired.” Through heartfelt stories (including a rainy river trip that turned into a core memory), this episode reminds us why meditation matters and how we can reclaim our peace—one breath at a time. It all leads to a gentle guided breath meditation to help you get grounded, get quiet, and just be. Whether you're new or returning, this episode is your loving nudge to start again—with humor, honesty, and heart. 🧘‍♀️ 3 Key Learning Points:

• Tired is a choice—stop saying it! You create your reality with your words. Saying “I’m tired” only fuels the fatigue.
• Complaining makes things worse. Every. Single. Time. Even in miserable moments, keeping humor and presence can transform the experience.
• Meditation is not about nothing. It’s training your mind to focus on one thing—your breath, a mantra, or stillness—and taking custody of your consciousness.

💫 Mentions & Shout-Outs:

• 🛶 Rainy canoe trip with Andre – a core memory filled with laughter and no complaints.
• 📿 "You create your reality" – inspired by Parmahansa Yogananda.
• 🧠 Quote nod to Michael A. Singer – on the mind being separate from the self.
• 📵 The Brick – a real gadget the host uses to remove distractions from her phone.
• 💬 Classic quote reimagined: "All of man’s problems stem from his inability to sit quietly in a room alone for 15 minutes."
• 🧘‍♂️ Guided Meditation Included – a back-to-basics breath-focused meditation with gentle grounding.
• 📩 Special Love for Owen Flake – for producing the show with care and clarity!

🪷 Show Notes: Ever wonder why you just can't seem to get motivated — even for the stuff you actually want to do? In this soul-sparking episode, Cheri breaks down the true nature of motivation and why it's not what you think. Spoiler: it doesn't magically show up before the action... it comes after. From her early days working with people living with schizophrenia to her own personal spiral of stress and transformation, Cheri shares raw stories, real science, and hilarious truth bombs that will make you want to lace up your sneakers (or at least drink some water). We unpack the little-by-little mentality, the “Pickleball Principle,” and the magic of doing less so you can feel more. Plus, a peaceful guided meditation using the powerful mantra “Om” awaits at the end — perfect if you’re ready to start showing up for yourself with love, not pressure. ✨ 3 Key Takeaways:

• Motivation follows action, not the other way around. If you're waiting to feel motivated before you start, you'll wait forever.
• Do less, feel better. Start small and stop on a high note — your brain and habits will thank you.
• Feel good first. When a behavior feels good, you’re far more likely to stick with it (hello, pickleball people!).

🙌 Mentions & Shout-Outs:

• 🧠 Volition vs. Motivation — insight from psychiatric work
• 🧘‍♂️ Davidji – Cheri’s beloved meditation teacher & voice of “RPM: Rise, Pee, Meditate”
• 🎾 Pickleball People – the ultimate metaphor for effortless motivation
• 🐾 Cheri’s Retreats – beachy, mountainy, dog-friendly, magical (come along!)
• 🎵 Sonic Yogi – musical support for the guided Om meditation
• 🛠️ Cheri’s garage – a hot mess, but metaphor gold
• 💧 Hydration struggles & spousal water-bragging rights 😂
• 🚘 Shout-out to her “CHEROKEE” license plate — and the evolving school of “Cheri Flake School”

🧘‍♀️ Guided Meditation Included: Yes! A short, centering mantra-based meditation using “Om” to bring you back to center and energize your mind. Produced & edited with heart by 🎧 Owen Flake.
Hosted by Cheri Flake, The Stress Therapist.

✨ Episode Summary: In this fiercely empowering episode, Cheri Flake dives deep into the illusion of control and the ultimate truth: you are the master of your life. Through reflections on Lucinda Williams' haunting lyrics and personal stories from her therapy practice, Cheri explores how we give our power away—and how to take it back. She challenges us to stop waiting for permission, resolution, or the perfect moment, and instead embrace radical responsibility for our healing and joy. The episode wraps with a powerful guided chakra meditation to help you turn inward and reconnect with your innate light. 🧠 Three Key Learning Points:

• 🌪️ Control is an Inside Job: Real empowerment begins the moment you take 100% responsibility for your life—no exceptions, no blame.
• 💡 Joy Isn’t Lost, It’s Buried: Stop searching “out there”—happiness lives within, waiting to be uncovered through stillness and silence.
• 🔥 Unresolved Isn’t Always Unfinished: What you can’t fix might be sacred. Acceptance can be the most divine protection of all.

📣 Mentions & Shout-Outs:

• 🎸 Lucinda Williams – Her song “Joy” is a soulful metaphor for the search we all do outside of ourselves.
• 📚 Wayne Dyer – His teachings on radical responsibility helped shape this episode’s core message.
• 🧘‍♀️ Silent Retreats – Cheri shares insights from her mountain retreats and upcoming offerings.
• 📍 Georgia Retreats – 🍂 September 2025 in the Blue Ridge Mountains & 🏖️ Jekyll Island retreats: meditation, yoga, and transformation in stunning locations.
• 💌 Join the mailing list at ilovetherapy.com so you don’t miss a thing!
• 📲 Instagram: @thestresstherapist
• 🐦 Twitter/X: @estresstherapy

🎧 Production Credit: Big love and thanks to 🎧 Owen Flake for producing and editing this episode with care and clarity.

🌀 Episode Summary: In this delightfully candid and mind-opening episode, Cheri Flake (a.k.a. your friendly neighborhood Stress Therapist) dives into the often-cringey concept of manifestation—but from a place of authenticity, clarity, and spiritual alignment. With a touch of skepticism and a whole lot of soul, Cheri shares real-life stories about manifesting the impossible: from her dream house (hello, Zillow magic and Ganesh chants!) to her new car (cue divine dealership intervention). The episode wraps with a heart-centered “Peace In, Peace Out” meditation that helps you become a magnet for the calm and clarity you're seeking. 🧘‍♀️✨ 🔑 Three Key Learning Points:

• Specificity is Power: Get crystal clear on exactly what you want—not what you “should” want. Manifestation only works when you're aligned with your true desires.
• Feel It to Believe It: Emotions fuel manifestation. Pair your intentions with genuine, heightened feelings to convince your brain (and the universe) that it matters.
• Divine Timing Loves a Listener: You’ve got to show up, pay attention, and be open to nudges, signs, and sacred coincidences—even if they arrive disguised as a grocery cart exchange.

💫 Mention & Shout-Out Section:

• 📚 The Surrender Experiment by Michael Singer – Sheri says, “Don’t read the back. Just read the book. Trust me.”
• 🧘‍♂️ Paramahansa Yogananda – On how money can be sacred and surrender is strength.
• 🧠 Wayne Dyer – His advice on focusing your thoughts with emotion and intention.
• 🎶 Cheri's new band! (Yup, she’s singing and her heart is wide open.)
• 🏡 Andrew “Gilby” Gilbert – Rock star real estate agent in Atlanta (Keller Williams).
• 🐘 Ganesh – Remover of obstacles, featured in Sheri and Violet’s adorable manifesting chant.
• 🚗 Kia Sorento SX Prestige Plug-In Hybrid – Her new dream car (times three!).
• 🔮 Guided Meditation: Peace In, Peace Out – A gentle, grounding practice to help you receive and radiate peace.

🎙️ Credits: Produced & edited with love and skill by Owen Flake 💻🎧 Want more magic like this?
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💌 Visit ilovetherapy.com to join Cheri's mailing list, book retreats, or (if you're in Georgia) schedule a therapy session. Until next season…
You got this. 💖

📝 Episode Summary: In this heartfelt episode, Cheri unpacks the sneaky habit of putting everyone else first—even strangers—and what it really means when we constantly flake on ourselves. She calls it Southern Hospitality Syndrome: a charming but toxic blend of kindness and chronic self-abandonment. With her signature warmth and wit, Cheri shares personal stories, including a hilarious tale of 20 years of polite miscommunication, and offers real-world tips on how to finally treat yourself like someone you actually care about. Stick around for a guided chakra meditation focused on the heart, throat, and third eye to help you align with self-love and truth. 🔑 Three Key Learning Points:

• Self-Abandonment Looks Polite: Being ultra-kind to others while bailing on your own needs is still abandonment—just with a smile.
• Calendar It Like You Mean It: Treat personal commitments like appointments with someone important (spoiler: that’s you).
• Confidence = Equality: True confidence isn’t about being better—it's knowing you're just as valuable as anyone else at the table.

📣 Mentions & Shout-Outs:

• 🎵 “Bless Your Heart” by Megan Moroney – for a little Southern passive-aggression education
• 🏃‍♀️ Peachtree Road Race – Cheri’s one and only running moment (cheers included)
• 🧘‍♀️ Vista Yoga in Atlanta – Cheri teaches there on Thursday nights
• 🌐 Website: ilovetherapy.com – retreats, classes & all the good stuff
• 📧 Join the email list for stress-free updates & surprises
• 🙌 Producer Credit: Big thanks to Owen Flake, the silent hero behind the scenes!

✨ Episode Summary: In this soulful and spirited episode, Cheri explores the powerful pull of desire—how our deepest wants keep whispering to us, no matter how long we've ignored them. Through candid storytelling, humor, and a heartfelt guided meditation, she helps you reconnect with your inner truth and reminds you that joy is a spiritual directive. Whether it’s a creative spark, a childhood dream, or a mysterious calling, your desires aren’t random—they’re sacred. Plus, there’s a writing prompt to help you get clear and real about what you truly want. 📌 Three Key Learning Points:

• Desires Don’t Expire: Longings that come from your heart will keep nudging you until you pay attention—and that’s a good thing.
• Flip the Script with “Not This”: Clarity often starts with defining what you don’t want. Let that contrast guide you to truth.
• Ditch the “How” Trap: You don’t need to figure out the logistics—your job is to dream clearly. Let the universe handle the delivery.

💫 Mentions & Shout-Outs:

• 🧘‍♀️ Meditation by Davidji – Guided heart-centered journey into your desires.
• 🐴 Equine Therapy Story – A powerful reminder that “I don’t know how” is not a reason to quit.
• ✍️ Writing Prompt – “What do I truly desire?” (Don’t overthink—just write.)
• 🌄 Retreats in Georgia – Meditation + yoga in dreamy mountain settings: Retreat Info
• 💌 Join Cheri’s Mailing List – Sign up here so you never miss a retreat, episode, or soulful tip.
• 📲 Follow Cheri Online – @thestresstherapist on Instagram | @stresstherapy on Twitter
• 🌟 Rate & Review the Show – It helps so much. Thank you for spreading the calm!

🎛️ Episode Production: Produced and edited by Owen—a creative force behind the scenes, helping shape the energy and sound of each episode with care and clarity. 🎧✨

🪷 Episode Summary: In this classic replay, Cheri Flake brings us back to basics with heartfelt humor and soulful honesty. Through personal stories, down-to-earth wisdom, and a warm shout-out to Louise Hay and Davidji, Cheri shares how to truly begin a daily meditation practice—without overcomplicating it. Whether you're a binge meditator, a meditation dropout, or totally new to the cushion, this episode is your permission slip to just start—three minutes at a time. Bonus: includes a calming breathwork-based meditation to kickstart your practice with presence and grace. ✨ Three Key Learning Points:

• Three Minutes > Zero Minutes: Starting small, even just three minutes a day, beats lofty goals you never stick to. Build the habit, not the hype.
• RPM = Rise, Pee, Meditate: This simple formula helps anchor your practice before the world (or your phone) steals your focus. Mornings work best—even for night owls.
• Feel Good to Change: You can't shame yourself into transformation. Real change starts with compassion and showing up, not should-ing yourself into guilt.

💌 Mentions & Shout-Outs:

• 📖 Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind by Shunryu Suzuki – Back-to-basics spiritual inspiration.
• 🎉 You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay – The queen of affirmations and thought power.
• 🌬️ 16 Seconds to Bliss by Davidji – Breath practice featured in the episode.
• 🎙️ The Skeptic Metaphysicians – Podcast Cheri recently guested on. Woo meets wonder.
• 🧠 Quote Drop: “Your personal reality creates your personality” — Joe Dispenza.
• 🎯 Accountability Tip: Text a friend “RPM” every morning to build the habit together!
• 💻 Cheri’s site: ilovetherapy.com – For retreats, consults, and sweet stress therapy mailers.

Produced and edited by Owen Flake | Audio production, editing, and creative direction 🎛️🎚️🎧

In this heartfelt and zesty episode, Sheri Flake dives into one of the most transformative (and tricky!) mindset shifts of all: thinking like the version of you that you want to become. With wit, warmth, and wisdom from decades of therapy work, she unpacks why we’re not our thoughts—and how to separate from them using meditation, mindfulness, and sneaky brain hacks. This episode includes a powerful guided mantra meditation using Ham Sa (“I am that”), and even features an original song, “Joy,” by her band 13 Stories, written 18 years ago with this very message in mind. ✨ 🌟 Key Learning Points:

• You are not your thoughts—you're the one noticing them. Meditation helps you see that thoughts are just options, not truths.
• Convince your toddler brain. Use affirmations with emotion and storytelling to make your beliefs feel real and sticky.
• Flip the 'what ifs' to serve you. Instead of catastrophizing, play out best-case scenarios with emotional clarity.

📣 Mentions & Shout-Outs:

• 💻 Byron Katie’s “The Work” — Mind-shifting reframing tools.
• 📖 Bhagavad Gita translated by Stephen Mitchell — A poetic and soulful sacred text.
• 🎶 “Joy” by 13 Stories — Sheri’s song featured by Wayne Dyer on Hay House Radio.
• 🎤 Wayne Dyer’s Inspiration Show on Hay House — For the spiritual spark plug vibe.
• 🧠 Tip: Label your thoughts (“future,” “worry,” “planning”) to make them easier to release.
• 🦋 Butterfly "what-ifs" — A sweet metaphor for gently redirecting anxious or repetitive thoughts.
• 📧 Sheri wants to hear from you! Email her how you're taking control of your thoughts.

🎧 Guided Meditation Included:
Yes! A beautiful mantra-based meditation using Ham Sa (“I am that”) to help you gently return to center and reclaim your narrative. 💫 Final Thought:
You’re allowed to change your thoughts. And when you do, your whole life shifts with them. Produced and edited by Owen Flake | Audio production, editing, and creative direction 🎛️🎚️🎧

Stress Therapy Episode 9The Help You Give by Asking3/20/25In this heartfelt and deeply personal episode, Cheri Flake explores the often-overlooked power of asking for help. Through her own life experiences—especially during her husband's cancer battle—she reveals how seeking support not only uplifts the person in need but also benefits the helper. Blending psychology, spirituality, and humor, she breaks down the stigma around asking for help and encourages listeners to embrace their human need for connection and support.


Asking for Help is Healing
It's not a weakness—it’s an act of strength that allows others to feel useful and connected, while giving you the support you need.

Help Can Be Spiritual or Practical
Whether calling on a neighbor or St. Anthony, Cheri emphasizes that your help doesn't have to be human. It can be divine, energetic, or community-based.

Giving is a Stress Buster
Helping others is scientifically shown to reduce stress—so when you ask for help, you're actually doing someone else a favor, too.

~Meditation Music byhttp://sonicyogi.com

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INTERESTING MENTIONS:
Esther Hicks & Abraham – For woo-curious listeners, Cheri discusses their “placemat exercise” for co-creating with the universe.

Saint Shoutouts – St. Anthony (lost things), St. Christopher (travel), St. Joseph (home-selling), and Mother Mary all get love as go-to helpers.

Mother Teresa’s Take – Asking for help should be enough reason to offer support—no justifications needed.

Anne Lamott’s Book – Help, Thanks, Wow is quoted as a spiritual trifecta for approaching the divine.

The Love Tuner – A calming whistle that helps induce meditation; Cheri offers a promo code for it (just “Cheri” for 5% off).

Funny Business Fail – Cheri once tried rebranding for moms (complete with “yourearockstarmom.com”) and learned the hard way that moms don’t always want to admit they need help.

Cheri’s Aura – It’s golden yellow! (Not pink as she hoped.)

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The Host for this podcast: Cheri Augustine Flake, LCSW The Stress Therapist and Author
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In this heartfelt and humor-filled episode, The Stress Therapist dives deep into the concept of living as your authentic self. Through personal stories, client examples, and some unexpected Bachelor commentary, she explores what it really means to be yourself, why it matters for your happiness and connection with others, and how being fake can actually block you from true love and belonging. The episode closes with a meditation on the sacred sound Om, guiding listeners into stillness and self-acceptance.


~Authenticity is magnetic. When you show up as your real self—quirks, passions, weirdness and all—you attract the right people and create true connection.
~Faking it is exhausting and unsustainable. Pretending to be someone you’re not might win temporary approval, but it never leads to lasting love or fulfillment.
~Your gifts are part of your karmic path. Embracing your interests and natural tendencies is not only freeing but also aligned with your purpose.


~Meditation Music byhttp://sonicyogi.com
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INTERESTING MENTIONS:
Shout-out to Jackie (her sister-in-law) for the Bachelor franchise t-shirt and for taking her to a Bachelor Live event.

The Bachelor (current season with Grant) – used to explore themes of love, hope, and being chosen.

Client story about pretending to like fishing to connect—a metaphor for the struggle with authenticity.

Jen the Animal Lover – a sweet story of someone unapologetically themselves (catios, pet mouse surgery, pool ladders for critters!).

Violet (her daughter) – praised for her early wisdom in not forcing friendships and understanding mutual dislike doesn’t need to be dramatic.

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The Host for this podcast: Cheri Augustine Flake, LCSW The Stress Therapist and Author
Join Cheri Flake on her Next Meditation And Yoga Retreat!https://thestresstherapist.com/retreats/or https://thestresstherapist.com/beach-retreats/
Love the show? Please rate and review us!
Send some love bucks to the show:Paypal: cheri@thestresstherapist.comVenmo: @cheri-flakeThank you!
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The episode explores the paradox of meaning—how nothing ultimately matters in the grand scheme, yet everything matters on a personal level. The host encourages listeners to embrace life by focusing on what truly brings them joy, rather than external expectations. Through anecdotes, personal reflection, and meditation, the episode urges self-discovery, authenticity, and living life for oneself rather than for validation from others.

~Your Life’s Meaning Comes from Within – The things that truly matter are the ones that resonate with you personally, not what society dictates as important.

~Quiet Reflection Reveals True Desires – Taking time to reflect through meditation or deep thought helps uncover who you are and what truly brings you joy.

~Stop Seeking External Validation – Life is short, and worrying about how others perceive you is unproductive; instead, focus on doing what makes you genuinely happy.


~Meditation Music byhttp://sonicyogi.com

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Chopin

https://www.heartwood-retreats.com : location for Cheri’s Georgia Mountain Retreatshttps://www.jekyllisland.com: Location for Cheri’s seaside retreat

The Host for this podcast: Cheri Augustine Flake, LCSW The Stress Therapist and Author
Join Cheri Flake on her Next Meditation And Yoga Retreat!
https://thestresstherapist.com/retreats/
or 
https://thestresstherapist.com/beach-retreats/
Love the show? Please rate and review us!
Send some love bucks to the show:Paypal: cheri@thestresstherapist.comVenmo: @cheri-flakeT
hank you!

https://thestresstherapist.com/contact/ and be a part of the Stress Therapy Community!
Twitter: @stresstherapy 
Instagram: @thestresstherapist 
https://www.facebook.com/cheriaugustineflake 
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https://thestresstherapist.com/https://thestresstherapist.com/ 
https://www.youtube.com/user/thestresstherapist 

Join Cheri Flake on herhttps://thestresstherapist.com/retreats/  https://thestresstherapist.com/retreats/ in the gorgeous Georgia Mountains and walk away with a new, solid daily meditation practice with benefits that last a lifetime!
OR
https://thestresstherapist.com/beach-retreats/ on Jekyll Island seaside right off the coast of Georgia.
Want Cheri Flake to be your therapist? If you live in Georgia gohttps://thestresstherapist.com/contact/ to schedule a free 15 minute consultation
https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/15903117.Cheri_Augustine_Flake
https://www.amazon.com/Honey-DONE-Productive-Household-Absolutely/dp/0997950919/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8: Honey Do To Honey DONE! A Simple System For A Productive And Happy Household With Absolutely No More Nagging!
A word from your host, Cheri Flake, LCSW: Feeling good after our Stress Therapy session? Awesome. Check out the show notes to connect with me, The Stress Therapist on social media or go tohttp://www.ilovetherapy.com/ to find out about meditation classes & meditation and yoga retreats.TRANSCRIPT:Hey, beautiful people today, we're going to talk about why absolutely nothing matters at all for any reason. And if you live to be...

In this episode, the Stress Therapist explores the importance of focusing on our inner well-being as much as our outer appearance. The episode highlights how our egos often prioritize external traits, but true fulfillment and peace come from cultivating a healthy inner self. The discussion also touches on the benefits of practices like yoga and meditation in promoting both inner and outer wellness.

~Inner vs. Outer Work: The importance of balancing efforts to improve external appearance with nurturing your internal well-being.

~Ego and Judgment: Understanding how our egos influence our perceptions and how we can manage judgment to grow

~Mindfulness Practices: The power of meditation and yoga in enhancing emotional resilience, health, and overall happiness.

~Meditation Music byhttp://sonicyogi.com
http://sonicyogi.comhttp://sonicyogi.com
https://open.spotify.com/track/7lpLx4vtoQusvoqidRY6vN?si=0db8efd9082c40eb
https://open.spotify.com/track/0Qotx90teY3iZ00PgUCwty?si=44a1c18c52e24e1f

Listen to Sonic Yogi on: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2xJT8mRbrqa7rTY6d4y5Fq?si=q2YYpPSzQOmu4R8-W4jkpw
 https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sonic-yogi/722350162
https://amazon.com/music/player/artists/B00FQMVVIC/sonic-yogi?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_Y5q68A8LSQQGzl01PQC7Uaw6c
https://youtu.be/p2jtMEkdh6g?si=rVq-Q8o85mI75S4_
INTERESTING MENTIONS:

The personal anecdote about a high school experience and the realization about appearance versus essence

A powerful text from a listener showing the positive impact of meditation on their life.

https://www.heartwood-retreats.com : location for Cheri’s Georgia Mountain Retreatshttps://www.jekyllisland.com: Location for Cheri’s seaside retreat

The Host for this podcast:
Cheri Augustine Flake, LCSW The Stress Therapist and Author
Join Cheri Flake on her Next Meditation And Yoga Retreat!
https://thestresstherapist.com/retreats/
or 
https://thestresstherapist.com/beach-retreats/
Love the show? Please rate and review us!

Send some love bucks to the show:Paypal: cheri@thestresstherapist.comVenmo: @cheri-flakeThank you!
https://thestresstherapist.com/contact/ and be a part of the Stress Therapy Community!
Twitter: @stresstherapy Instagram: @thestresstherapist https://www.facebook.com/cheriaugustineflake https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheri-augustine-flake-719b044 https://thestresstherapist.com/ https://www.youtube.com/user/thestresstherapist 
Join Cheri Flake on herhttps://thestresstherapist.com/retreats/  https://thestresstherapist.com/retreats/ in the gorgeous Georgia Mountains and walk away with a new, solid daily meditation practice with benefits that last a lifetime!ORhttps://thestresstherapist.com/beach-retreats/ on Jekyll Island seaside right off the coast of Georgia.
Want Cheri Flake to be your therapist? If you live in Georgia gohttps://thestresstherapist.com/contact/ to schedule a free 15 minute consultation
https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/15903117.Cheri_Augustine_Flake
https://www.amazon.com/Honey-DONE-Productive-Household-Absolutely/dp/0997950919/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8: Honey Do To Honey DONE! A Simple System For A Productive And Happy Household With Absolutely No More Nagging!
A word from your host, Cheri Flake, LCSW: Feeling good after our Stress Therapy session? Awesome. Check out the show notes to connect with me, The Stress Therapist on social media or go tohttp://www.ilovetherapy.com/ to find out about meditation classes & meditation and yoga retreats.TRANSCRIPT:Stress Therapist: Hey, beautiful people, what's up? I'm so happy to be with you. Today. We're going to talk about what can we do to make ourselves well on the inside. Like, we do so many things to make sure that we're looking good and that we're feeling good on the...

In this episode, Cheri Flake, the Stress Therapist, conducts an interview with an experienced guest, Sigmar Berg who designed and invented a tool called “The Lovetuner”. He talks about his upbringing, how he came about the magical frequency that the little flute creates, and how it can positively affect you and your life. Cheri also emphasizes how meditation can coincide with The Lovetuner. Get yours HERE: https://lddy.no/1kucg and use the code CHERI for an extra 5% off!


In this episode we will: 

~Explore the myriad benefits of The Lovetuner

~Highlight how YOU are the dictator of your life 

~Meditation Music byhttp://sonicyogi.com

https://open.spotify.com/track/7lpLx4vtoQusvoqidRY6vN?si=0db8efd9082c40eb
https://open.spotify.com/track/0Qotx90teY3iZ00PgUCwty?si=44a1c18c52e24e1f

Listen to Sonic Yogi on: 
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2xJT8mRbrqa7rTY6d4y5Fq?si=q2YYpPSzQOmu4R8-W4jkpw 
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sonic-yogi/722350162
https://amazon.com/music/player/artists/B00FQMVVIC/sonic-yogi?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_Y5q68A8LSQQGzl01PQC7Uaw6c

https://youtu.be/p2jtMEkdh6g?si=rVq-Q8o85mI75S4_
INTERESTING MENTIONS:
Sigmar Berg, owner of the Love Tuner. 
lovetuner.com

https://www.heartwood-retreats.com : location for Cheri’s Georgia Mountain Retreats

https://www.jekyllisland.comhttps://www.jekyllisland.com: Location for Cheri’s seaside retreat

The Host for this podcast: Cheri Augustine Flake, LCSW
The Stress Therapist and Author

Join Cheri Flake on her Next Meditation And Yoga Retreat!

https://thestresstherapist.com/retreats/
or
https://thestresstherapist.com/beach-retreats/
Love the show? Please rate and review us!

Send some love bucks to the show:
Paypal: cheri@thestresstherapist.com
Venmo: @cheri-flakeT
hank you!
https://thestresstherapist.com/contact/ and be a part of the Stress Therapy Community!
Twitter: @stresstherapy 
Instagram: @thestresstherapist
 https://www.facebook.com/cheriaugustineflake 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheri-augustine-flake-719b044 
https://thestresstherapist.com/ 
https://www.youtube.com/user/thestresstherapist 
Join Cheri Flake on herhttps://thestresstherapist.com/retreats/  

https://thestresstherapist.com/retreats/ in the gorgeous Georgia Mountains and walk away with a new, solid daily meditation practice with benefits that last a lifetime!
OR
https://thestresstherapist.com/beach-retreats/https://thestresstherapist.com/beach-retreats/ on Jekyll Island seaside right off the coast of Georgia.

Want Cheri Flake to be your therapist? If you live in Georgia gohttps://thestresstherapist.com/contact/ to schedule a free 15 minute consultation

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/15903117.Cheri_Augustine_Flake

https://www.amazon.com/Honey-DONE-Productive-Household-Absolutely/dp/0997950919/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8: Honey Do To Honey DONE! A Simple System For A Productive And Happy Household With Absolutely No More Nagging!
A word from your host, Cheri Flake, LCSW: Feeling good after our Stress Therapy session? Awesome. Check out the show notes to connect with me, The Stress Therapist on social media or go tohttp://www.ilovetherapy.com/ to find out about meditation classes & meditation and yoga retreats.
TRANSCRIPT:
[00:00] Stress Therapist: Hey, beautiful people, what's up? So today is a very special edition of Stress Therapy. We are going to have a guest on the show. Can you believe it? It's crazy talk, I know.[00:09] But today we have on the founder of the Lovetuner, which is this mindfulness tool that is amazing, affordable, and actually works like...

In this episode, Cheri Flake, the Stress Therapist, explores the challenges of living in an information-driven world. She discusses how overwhelming constant access to knowledge can be, especially in the age of social media and AI. Cheri reflects on her personal journey with technology, offering insights on how to protect our mental health by being mindful of the information we consume and the perspectives we choose to adopt.

In this episode we will: 

~Understand the Impact of Information Overload: We'll explore how the constant flow of information affects our stress levels and mental health.

~Discuss How to Manage Technology and AI: Cheri will share tips on using technology wisely and finding balance in our digital lives.

~Learn How to Choose What to Know: The episode encourages letting go of unnecessary knowledge, especially negative or fear-inducing information, to protect our well-being.

Meditation Music byhttp://sonicyogi.com

http://sonicyogi.com
https://open.spotify.com/track/7lpLx4vtoQusvoqidRY6vN?si=0db8efd9082c40eb
https://open.spotify.com/track/0Qotx90teY3iZ00PgUCwty?si=44a1c18c52e24e1f

Listen to Sonic Yogi on: 
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2xJT8mRbrqa7rTY6d4y5Fq?si=q2YYpPSzQOmu4R8-W4jkpw
 https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sonic-yogi/722350162
https://amazon.com/music/player/artists/B00FQMVVIC/sonic-yogi?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_Y5q68A8LSQQGzl01PQC7Uaw6c
https://youtu.be/p2jtMEkdh6g?si=rVq-Q8o85mI75S4_

INTERESTING MENTIONS:
Bill O’Hanlon’s book Do One Thing Different

https://www.heartwood-retreats.com : location for Cheri’s Georgia Mountain Retreats
https://www.jekyllisland.com: Location for Cheri’s seaside retreat

The Host for this podcast: Cheri Augustine Flake, LCSW The Stress Therapist and Author

Join Cheri Flake on her Next Meditation And Yoga Retreat!

https://thestresstherapist.com/retreats/
or
https://thestresstherapist.com/beach-retreats/

Love the show? Please rate and review us!

Send some love bucks to the show:
Paypal: cheri@thestresstherapist.com
Venmo: @cheri-flakeT
hank you!
https://thestresstherapist.com/contact/ and be a part of the Stress Therapy Community!

Twitter: @stresstherapy 
Instagram: @thestresstherapist
https://www.facebook.com/cheriaugustineflake 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheri-augustine-flake-719b044 
https://thestresstherapist.com/ 
https://www.youtube.com/user/thestresstherapist 

Join Cheri Flake on herhttps://thestresstherapist.com/retreats/  

https://thestresstherapist.com/retreats/ in the gorgeous Georgia Mountains and walk away with a new, solid daily meditation practice with benefits that last a lifetime!
OR
https://thestresstherapist.com/beach-retreats/ on Jekyll Island seaside right off the coast of Georgia.

Want Cheri Flake to be your therapist? If you live in Georgia gohttps://thestresstherapist.com/contact/ to schedule a free 15 minute consultation

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/15903117.Cheri_Augustine_Flake

https://www.amazon.com/Honey-DONE-Productive-Household-Absolutely/dp/0997950919/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8: Honey Do To Honey DONE! A Simple System For A Productive And Happy Household With Absolutely No More Nagging!

A word from your host, Cheri Flake, LCSW: Feeling good after our Stress Therapy session? Awesome. Check out the show notes to connect with me, The Stress Therapist on social media or go tohttp://www.ilovetherapy.com/ to find out about meditation classes & meditation and yoga retreats.

Transcript: 
[00:00] Stress Therapist: Hey, beautiful people, what's up? So all those encyclopedias, they're all at your fingertips now. If you want to know...

In this episode of Stress Therapy, host Cheri Flake introduces a simple yet transformative concept inspired by Bill O’Hanlon’s book Do One Thing Different. She explains how making small changes in daily routines can improve brain flexibility, reduce stress, and foster personal growth. Cheri guides listeners through a calming breathwork practice, offering a practical tool to cultivate inner peace and mindfulness.

In this episode we will cover: 

~How small changes in routine can enhance neuroplasticity, improve mood, and reduce stress.

~Practical examples of “doing one thing different,” like brushing with your non-dominant hand or shifting the order of daily habits.

~Guided Ujjayi breathwork to calm the mind and create a peaceful, centered state.

Meditation Music byhttp://sonicyogi.com

https://open.spotify.com/track/7lpLx4vtoQusvoqidRY6vN?si=0db8efd9082c40eb
https://open.spotify.com/track/0Qotx90teY3iZ00PgUCwty?si=44a1c18c52e24e1f

Listen to Sonic Yogi on: 

https://open.spotify.com/artist/2xJT8mRbrqa7rTY6d4y5Fq?si=q2YYpPSzQOmu4R8-W4jkpw
 https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sonic-yogi/722350162
https://amazon.com/music/player/artists/B00FQMVVIC/sonic-yogi?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_Y5q68A8LSQQGzl01PQC7Uaw6c
https://youtu.be/p2jtMEkdh6g?si=rVq-Q8o85mI75S4_

INTERESTING MENTIONS:

Bill O’Hanlon’s book Do One Thing Different

https://www.heartwood-retreats.com : location for Cheri’s Georgia Mountain Retreats
https://www.jekyllisland.com: Location for Cheri’s seaside retreat

The Host for this podcast: Cheri Augustine Flake, LCSW The Stress Therapist and Author

Join Cheri Flake on her Next Meditation And Yoga Retreat!
https://thestresstherapist.com/retreats/
or 
https://thestresstherapist.com/beach-retreats/

Love the show? Please rate and review us!

Send some love bucks to the show:

Paypal: cheri@thestresstherapist.com
Venmo: @cheri-flake
Thank you!

https://thestresstherapist.com/contact/ and be a part of the Stress Therapy Community!

Twitter: @stresstherapy 
Instagram: @thestresstherapist
 https://www.facebook.com/cheriaugustineflake 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheri-augustine-flake-719b044 
https://thestresstherapist.com/ 
https://www.youtube.com/user/thestresstherapist 

Join Cheri Flake on herhttps://thestresstherapist.com/retreats/  

https://thestresstherapist.com/retreats/ in the gorgeous Georgia Mountains and walk away with a new, solid daily meditation practice with benefits that last a lifetime!
OR
https://thestresstherapist.com/beach-retreats/ on Jekyll Island seaside right off the coast of Georgia.

Want Cheri Flake to be your therapist? If you live in Georgia gohttps://thestresstherapist.com/contact/ to schedule a free 15 minute consultation

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/15903117.Cheri_Augustine_Flake

https://www.amazon.com/Honey-DONE-Productive-Household-Absolutely/dp/0997950919/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8: Honey Do To Honey DONE! A Simple System For A Productive And Happy Household With Absolutely No More Nagging!

A word from your host, Cheri Flake, LCSW: Feeling good after our Stress Therapy session? Awesome. Check out the show notes to connect with me, The Stress Therapist on social media or go tohttp://www.ilovetherapy.com/ to find out about meditation classes & meditation and yoga retreats.

TRANSCRIPT:00:00] The Stress Therapist: Hey, beautiful people.
[00:01] What's up?
[00:01] The Stress Therapist: So today we're gonna talk about an itsy bitsy, teensy, tiny little thing that you can do to totally hit reset on your brain, on your life, on your day. It's the easiest, simplest thing.
[00:14] It's so...

This episode explores strategies for setting realistic and meaningful New Year's resolutions. It emphasizes the importance of mindset shifts, intentional goal-setting, and practical tools to maintain motivation. The discussion includes guided meditation techniques to reduce stress and improve focus, helping listeners reset their mindset for success in 2024.

In this episode we will: 

~Mindset Matters – Cultivating a positive and growth-focused mindset is the foundation for achieving long-term goals.

~ Actionable Goals – Breaking larger goals into smaller, manageable steps makes them more achievable and sustainable.

~ Meditation for Clarity – Incorporating guided meditation can reduce mental clutter and improve focus, making it easier to stay on track.

Meditation Music byhttp://sonicyogi.com
http://sonicyogi.com
https://open.spotify.com/track/7lpLx4vtoQusvoqidRY6vN?si=0db8efd9082c40eb
https://open.spotify.com/track/0Qotx90teY3iZ00PgUCwty?si=44a1c18c52e24e1f

Listen to Sonic Yogi on: 
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2xJT8mRbrqa7rTY6d4y5Fq?si=q2YYpPSzQOmu4R8-W4jkpw 
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sonic-yogi/722350162https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sonic-yogi/722350162
https://amazon.com/music/player/artists/B00FQMVVIC/sonic-yogi?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_Y5q68A8LSQQGzl01PQC7Uaw6c

https://youtu.be/p2jtMEkdh6g?si=rVq-Q8o85mI75S4_


INTERESTING MENTIONS:

Shantaram Inspiration:
The literary example of seeing everyday objects through the lens of admiration reminds listeners to appreciate the beauty in their surroundings.

https://www.heartwood-retreats.com : location for Cheri’s Georgia Mountain Retreats

https://www.jekyllisland.com: Location for Cheri’s seaside retreat

The Host for this podcast: Cheri Augustine Flake, LCSW The Stress Therapist and Author


Join Cheri Flake on her Next Meditation And Yoga Retreat!

https://thestresstherapist.com/retreats/
or
https://thestresstherapist.com/beach-retreats/

Love the show? Please rate and review us!

Send some love bucks to the show:
Paypal: cheri@thestresstherapist.com
Venmo: @cheri-flake
Thank you!

https://thestresstherapist.com/contact/ and be a part of the Stress Therapy Community!

Twitter: @stresstherapy
 Instagram: @thestresstherapist
 https://www.facebook.com/cheriaugustineflake 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheri-augustine-flake-719b044 
https://thestresstherapist.com/ 
https://www.youtube.com/user/thestresstherapist 

Join Cheri Flake on herhttps://thestresstherapist.com/retreats/  https://thestresstherapist.com/retreats/ in the gorgeous Georgia Mountains and walk away with a new, solid daily meditation practice with benefits that last a lifetime!
OR
https://thestresstherapist.com/beach-retreats/ on Jekyll Island seaside right off the coast of Georgia.
Want Cheri Flake to be your therapist? If you live in Georgia gohttps://thestresstherapist.com/contact/ to schedule a free 15 minute consultation

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/15903117.Cheri_Augustine_Flake

https://www.amazon.com/Honey-DONE-Productive-Household-Absolutely/dp/0997950919/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8: Honey Do To Honey DONE! A Simple System For A Productive And Happy Household With Absolutely No More Nagging!

A word from your host, Cheri Flake, LCSW: Feeling good after our Stress Therapy session? Awesome. Check out the show notes to connect with me, The Stress Therapist on social media or go tohttp://www.ilovetherapy.com/ to find out about meditation classes & meditation and yoga retreats.
TRANSCRIPT:[00:00] Stress Therapist: Hey, beautiful people, what's up? So New Year's Eve means different things to different...