Defining Forest Therapy and How It Can Impact Runners With Lauren Debick Ep. 172

Who said running outdoors is not therapy?!! Join me, on this episode, as we explore the world of forest therapy with Lauren Debick, an expert guide from Ocala, Florida. Discover how the Japanese practice of "Shinrin-yoku" or forest bathing can boost your immune system, lower stress levels, and improve cardiovascular health through the natural essence of trees. Lauren shares how nature therapy fosters mindfulness, reduces anxiety, and ignites creativity, making it suitable for all—from children and busy professionals to athletes.

Lauren is a life coach and certified Forest Therapy Guide with a passion for connecting people to nature’s restorative power. She helps to bring people back in touch with the natural rhythms of the earth - a return to our essential life source that invites healing and renewal. Through guided nature immersions, Lauren helps her clients access an embodied experience of deep connection, inner wisdom, and reserves of creative potential lying within nature itself. With a background in communications and marketing in purpose-driven industries, Lauren deeply believes in the natural world’s ability to create healing and a sense of well-being. Lauren strives to create spaces where individuals can uncover their own magic, find solace in nature, and experience profound personal growth and transformation.

Unveiling the Mind-Body Connection and How Unresolved Emotions Manifest Into Illnesses with Dr. Skyler Hamilton

Have you ever witnessed the transformation of despair into hope, of sickness into health? Dr. Skyler Hamilton's story is nothing short of a miracle, as she recounts her battle with multiple sclerosis and her incredible journey to remission, guided by the potent mind-body connection. This conversation promises to shift your perspective, revealing how our emotional and physical health are deeply intertwined. From the grief of losing a loved one to the physical manifestation of stress, Dr. Hamilton illustrates the power of the mind in both harming and healing the body.

Unlocking the Body's Secrets: A Journey Through Somatic and Trauma Therapy with Charlene Meyer

When the burdens of past traumas weigh heavily on both mind and body, the path to healing can seem shrouded in mystery. Together with Charlene Meyer, a seasoned therapist with a diverse toolkit of somatic and trauma-focused therapies, we explore the profound connection between our physical states and emotional scars. Charlene, with her deep expertise in marriage and family therapy, art therapy, EMDR, and somatic experiencing, illuminates the transformative process of somatic therapy, which transcends conventional talk therapy by addressing how our bodies harbor and manifest trauma. Our discussion reveals how incorporating movement, such as running, into therapeutic practices can not only catalyze emotional release but also fortify mental resilience against anxiety and depression.

Meet Sharon Mosley. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience and is a runner! We are going to talk about movement and how it impacts your mental health.

Sharon's educational background includes degrees in Agency Counseling (M.S.) and History (B.A) from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. She is the owner of The Fit Talk PLLC and her approach to therapy is person centered combined with cognitive behavior therapy and mindfulness practices. Sharon offers counseling and health coaching services to individuals and groups. She has experience providing individual, family and group therapy for those struggling with a variety of mental health issues including anxiety and depression. She also holds an A.C.E. health coach certification.

Sharon is committed to healthier living and believes one of the best ways to approach this is through walk and talk therapy. She encourages clients to move beyond the office setting and take their sessions outside for a walk when possible. Sharon enjoys giving back to her community and served 15 years as a volunteer Mental Health Disaster Therapist with the American Red Cross, assisting families and individuals in crisis. She is also a member of the American Counseling Association. In her spare time, she enjoys swimming and participating in races including 5ks and half marathons.

Kim Sundling is living proof that your mental health cannot stop you from living your best life ever.

Kim is a Board Certified Psych Pharmacist and a Mental Health Advocate. She shares her inspiring story that you are more than your mental health.

"I have struggled with many things over my life, but I refuse to let it hold me back. I have bipolar disorder, OCD, GAD, bulimia, and lupus, which impacts my everyday life. My diseases will be with me my whole life, but that doesn’t mean I can’t live my life."

YES! This woman is incredible. Listen to her near death experience story that started her on this journey to run a marathon. And the journey has not stopped. This Boston Marathoner will convince you that the human body and the Woman spirit is LIMITLESS!

Meet Joelle Monaco, an organizational psychologist with over 13 years in development and over eight years in the mental health field. Joelle possesses extensive experience in planning, directing, and training enhancements for both people and organizational success.

Throughout Joelle’s professional experiences, she utilizes a strength-based approach in people and organizational management. These experiences provide Joelle the professional opportunities to build the skills and abilities required to lead teams and empower individuals to achieve professional and organizational goals while fostering a people-first approach.

In this episode, Joelle explains how she works with large businesses to highlight the economic value of each employee and what experiences they bring to the workplace. If you’re not in a positive work environment, you can’t show up and be the best employee: stress directly impacts the bottom line, and if you can’t learn to build people up, you will inevitably have to replace them. Janelle believes any business of any size can benefit from taking a deeper look at their employees and reputation.