Wisdom for Wellbeing: Mind-Body Psychology and Somatic Skills for Healing and Growth

The Gift of Presence with Dr Kaitlin Harkess

Mindfulness Isn‘t Enough: Enter Equanimity with Dr Joey Weber

Dr Joey developed and validated one of world’s first psychometric scales that solely focuses on the construct of equanimity - The Equanimity Barriers Scale [EBS] in 2018. His research (spanning 6 years) includes operational definitions of inner and outer equanimity relevant for clinical psychology, theoretical models of judgement and the validation of the EBS. He has recently published a book entitled 'Why Mindfulness is not Enough: Unlocking Compassion with Equanimity', which is an overview of his research and includes case studies and guided meditations in order to bring equanimity down from the mystical and into the lap of the practical.
 
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Cultivating An Intelligent Yoga and Meditation Practice For Nervous System Healing w/ Dr Andrew McGonigle

Andrew McGonigle has been studying anatomy for over twenty years, originally training to become a doctor and then moving away from Western medicine to become a yoga teacher, massage therapist and anatomy teacher. He combines all of his skills and experience to teach anatomy and physiology on Yoga Teacher Training courses internationally and runs his own Yoga Anatomy Online Courses. His new book Supporting Yoga Students with Common Injuries and Conditions: A Handbook for Yoga Teachers and Trainees was published in March 2021. He lives in Los Angeles with his husband.
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Navigating Perfectionism with Self-Compassion and Mindful Acceptance w/ Jennifer Kemp

On this episode, we will be speaking with Jennifer Kemp about the fears that underlie perfectionism and how to navigate these experiences with self-compassion. Jennifer is a Clinical Psychologist who has a special interest in perfectionism from both her own experience and through the work she does with clients. Jennifer integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), clinical behaviour analysis, and exposure with self-compassion in her work. In her private practice in Adelaide, Australia, Jennifer sees clients struggling with chronic illness, depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), eating disorders, trauma, grief and loss. Jennifer has a background in leadership coaching and facilitation and provides supervision to Clinical Registrars and experienced practitioners. She is the author of “The ACT Workbook for Perfectionism” for New Harbinger, due for release in December 2021.

Summary of Season 3 with Dr Kaitlin Harkess

Thank you for joining us this season. Season 3 was jam-packed with a range of wonderful guests and topics. On this episode, I discuss an overview of all the topics we covered and where you can find them.  
 
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Having Mindful Conversations with Kids about Tough Things with Dr. Nicole Beurkens

In this episode, Dr Nicole Beurkens talks about children’s mental health and how that’s connected to the foods they’re eating, their movement, and screen time use. Nicole goes on to discuss the importance of modelling the lifestyle we want for our children. She also discusses the importance of parents and caregivers practicing self-care to be able to support the young people in their lives. Nicole is a doctoral licensed clinical psychologist with advanced degrees in psychology, education, and nutrition (in addition to being the mother of 4 children). Dr Nicole Beurkens is a leading holistic child psychologist with a dedicated 22+ year career in providing parents with simple, effective, research-based strategies that get to the root of children’s attention, anxiety, mood, and behavior challenges so they can reach their highest potential. 
 
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Accidental Creative with Todd Henry

In this episode, Todd Henry discusses what it means to be an accidental creative. Just by existing in this modern-day and finding inspiration in exploring how to create a meaningful life personal to you, makes you a creative. Todd discusses how to hone in a sense of focus by reconnecting with our sense of self by the practice of disconnecting for as long as it takes for us to feel uncomfortable. Todd is the author of 4 books: The Accidental Creative, Die Empty, Louder Than Words, and Hurting Tigers. He has spoken and consulted across dozens of industries on creativity, leadership, and passion for work. Since 2005, Todd has been the host of his podcast, The Accidental Creative, where he shares weekly tips for how to stay prolific, brilliant, and healthy.
 
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The Buddhist Psychology of Relationships with Daniel Ahearn

​​In this episode, I talk with Daniel Ahearn and am really excited about this interview as Attachment Theory underpins all psychological work, while the mindfulness-based interventions so commonly offered have their home in Buddhist wisdom.
Daniel is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), with a counselling degree in addiction (CADAC). He has over 18 years of meditation studies and is currently pursuing a doctorate (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology at Pacifica and post-graduate study of IPF (Ideal Parent Figure) under the supervision of Dr Daniel P. Brown.
Daniel Ahearn offers a rich introduction to the relationship of Buddhist practices and attachment theory for the purpose of healing attachment strategies that may no longer be working. His compassion and calm are evident in this interview, offering a window into what might be experienced as one explores this path.
 
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Kid Eating for Wellbeing with Dr Delia McCabe

In this episode, Dr Delia McCabe rejoins us to discuss how we can support the kids in our lives to eat well. Delia’s research focus shifted from Clinical Psychology to Nutritional Neuroscience upon discovering nutrition’s critical role in mental wellbeing. Her research into female stress has been published in a number of peer-reviewed journals and she’s a regular expert in the media. She also has two books: Feed Your Brain and Feed Your Brain: The Cookbook, when you’re looking for some inspiration for strategies about how to get delicious and nutritious foods onto your little one’s plate - including chocolate and tacos.
 
 
 
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Yoga + Polyvagal Theory with Marlysa Sullivan

In this episode, Marlysa Sullivan discusses how Polyvagal Theory and Yoga are related. Polyvagal Theory is a Western framework introduced by Dr Steven Porges that relates to the nervous system, including what Dr Porges calls the social engagement system. Marlysa discusses the overlap between Eastern and Western philosophy and science and how Gunas, emotional states from Yogic philosophy, pair well with Polyvagal Theory. Marlysa is a physiotherapist and yoga therapist with over 15 years of experience working with people suffering from chronic pain conditions. She is also an author and Assistant Professor in Yoga therapy and Integrative Health sciences at the Maryland University of Integrative Health.
 
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