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Empowering caregivers with knowledge, resources and tools so they can be the best they can be. This podcast focuses on ways for the caregiver to reduce stress, burnout, can embrace moments of joy in their new normal. Listen weekly to Cathy's personal experiences, coaching, tips, inspiration, and interviews.
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Exhausted, burned out, and isolated in your chaotic life? Self-care isn’t enough. Hoorf! Podcast host Elle Billing is a disabled artist and caregiver on the other side of burnout. In each episode, Elle and her guests discuss the challenges of living compassionately with honesty and humor. Returning to the origins of the word radical – that is radix, or root – we are digging at the roots of systemic problems in a conversational format, getting to know our neighbors, and using creative express ...
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The Visibility Gap

Holly Robinson Peete

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Presented by Cigna Healthcare Join host Holly Robinson Peete for our new podcast, The Visibility Gap. Holly and her guests explore the unseen challenges employees face—from burnout and stress to caregiving for loved ones. These are the urgent conversations we all need to have, because when the health of our employees improves, so does the health of our organizations. All Cigna Healthcare products and services are provided exclusively by or through operating subsidiaries of The Cigna Group. © ...
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Are you a people-helper or caregiver feeling overwhelmed, distant, cynical, and crispy around the edges? Join licensed professional counselor and certified coach, Leah Brown, to defeat burnout by learning how to manage stress and create deep, connective relationships with others, so that you can pursue your calling, providing light and warmth to others. In this podcast we cover: ~ Making stress your ally not your enemy (stress management) ~ Finding your voice ~ Developing burnout-resistance ...
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“Caregiver Chronicles” is the story of one caregiver’s personal and professional journey as a caregiver. The host, Sarah Stelmach-Brown, was a Certified Nursing Assistant for 17 years. She is also the mother of two boys on the autism spectrum. She also helped take care of members of her family through their battles with dementia. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Sarah experienced caregiver burnout. She wanted to share her story to help anyone else who may have been experiencing the same thing. ...
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Welcome to Pediatrics On Call: a podcast on children's health from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Each episode features interviews about new research and hot topics in the field of pediatrics. Learn about the most important innovations from the people behind them. This podcast is for pediatricians and other health professionals who serve children and their families. And if you're a parent or caregiver, it's also for you.
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Are the demands of caregiving for your partner or spouse leaving you feeling drained? Look no further! This podcast is tailor-made for caregivers like you. Join us as we delve into the specific challenges you face, offering practical advice and heartening anecdotes to support you in your caregiving journey without succumbing to burnout. Your host, Marika Humphreys, is a Resilience Coach who knows the ins and outs of caregiving for a partner. She shares real stories and heartfelt advice to gu ...
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Radical Care Podcast

Avis Adele Hitchcock

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Ready to Radically Care for yourself and others? Avis Adele Hitchcock is a Caregiver, Small Business Owner and Creative Entrepreneur gifted in the art of listening and connecting with people and animals. Through their work in Photography and creating safe containers for communities. Radical Care was born in 2020 as Avis was personally seeking balance, boundaries, support, creative expression and connection as a full-time caregiver during a global pandemic. Like so many others who are selfles ...
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**Everyday Caregiver Tips** is a podcast that provides guidance, support, and tips to family members, friends, and loved ones who care for others. If you take care of someone else, you are a caregiver. In each episode, Larissa Trapp, a certified life coach and caregiver herself, shares her own experiences and insights as well as interviews experts on topics such as: * How to manage stress and burnout * How to communicate effectively with other caregivers * How to find support and resources * ...
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Welcome to "Maybe This Will Be The Cure," a podcast where the wisdom of a healing journey meets the warmth of shared experiences. Join as we explore the topics of healing, living with chronic conditions and chronic pain, mental health and parenting kids with disabilities. Hosted by Megan Godard-Cardon, this podcast is a sanctuary for those seeking solace, understanding, and practical insights navigating unique life experiences. From chronic pain, to parenting a child with Type 1 Diabetes, to ...
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This is Caregiver's Compass. An uplifting, inspirational podcast talking about all things caregiving. Therapist and caregiver Stephanie Muskat takes you through real-life caregiving stories from her own therapeutic experience and gives you the raw and personal on her own caregiving experiences as a young caregiver. Plus hear from tons of incredible experts and caregivers who are living through their day-to-day journeys. It's all here at Caregiver's Compass.
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Are you wondering if you can survive taking care of your aging parents with dementia? Everywhere you look there are explanations about what happens in the mind of a person with different forms of dementia (Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Lewy Body, vascular, and many others) and how to meet their needs in this season of their lives. Master Coach Iryna Ishchenko talks openly, honestly, and occasionally provocatively about you, the caregiver, whose needs are not met because you give all of yourself ...
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The Resilient Soul podcast is for you, the caregiver, who just needs to take a breath, connect more with yourself, and build resilience so you can transform your life. The Resilient Soul aims to transform your burnout into bliss!
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The Purposeful Caregiver

Emily Reilly, Devon Turnbull

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Welcome to the Purposeful Caregiver Podcast! I’m Dr. Emily Reilly, occupational therapist, and I’m Dr. Devon Turnbull, physical therapist, and we are here to help overwhelmed and burned out family caregivers become confident and empowered in taking care of themselves and their loved ones. Our goal on this podcast is to provide you with resources to support and guide you through your current caregiving situation. We’ll talk about everything from the limitations of our current healthcare syste ...
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Caregiver Empowerment Zone

Dr. Caryn Blair DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC

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As a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, doctor of nursing practice, and CEO of Caring for the Caregiver, Dr. Caryn Blair is all too familiar with caregiver burnout. She has made it her mission to increase awareness of the plight of the family caregiver and create dialogue centered on solutions to support this integral part of our society. The Caregiver Empowerment Zone is precisely that—a supportive space that offers resources, education, and encouragement to careg ...
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Welcome to The Becoming Podcast, where we talk about modern-day rites of passage, radical transformation, and other times of becoming in women's lives...and how these times can be a catalyst to become more of who you are. Hosted by women's mentor, coach + doula, Jessie Harrold.
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Do you feel burned out, not appreciated, undervalued both financially & professionally? Realized working in the health industry is not all it was promised to be? Are numbers & the bottom line prioritized over your health, job satisfaction, & high quality patient care causing you to dread going into work? You want to make a non-traditional career change but face sunken tuition cost, judgment for wanting to leave a secure career in the health field, & unsure about which alternative career dire ...
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Mental Health is Horrifying

Candis Green | Many Moons Therapy

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Are you someone who watches horror movies and thinks — that nasty old well that Samara climbs out of in The Ring is really a metaphor for her grief? Or that like…Ghostface at his core is a spectre of intergenerational trauma? Journey into the depths with Psychotherapist and all around spooky ghoul Candis Green, RP and explore how mental health themes are portrayed in the world of horror. From Carrie, to Michael Meyers, to Hill House and everywhere in between — join me each month as we discus ...
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Our podcast will offer tips and strategies to other parents and educators for children, youths, and adults living with special needs. Gracie has multiple developmental diagnoses and together, we want to provide hope, encouragement, inspiration, and truth to what living with autism (and more) can bring.
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The Princeton Pulse Podcast highlights the vital connections between health research and policy. Hosted by Heather Howard, professor at Princeton University and former New Jersey Commissioner of Health and Senior Services, the show brings together scholars, policymakers, and other leaders to examine today’s most pressing health policy issues – domestically and globally. Guests discuss novel research at Princeton along with partnerships aimed at improving public health and reducing health dis ...
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married2pd

Chaitanya Puri

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Welcome to the married2pd podcast, a unique series of conversations dedicated to the wives of those diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson's Disease (YOPD). We share and learn from experiences and dive into the ups and downs of YOPD. This one-of-a-kind podcast shows that we can thrive as care partners and women.
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Off-Balance

Dr. Brooks Demming

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Welcome to Off-Balance, where the worlds of faith, family, and business seamlessly come together. Our podcast is a hub for individuals who are seeking inspiration and guidance in navigating the delicate balance between these three important aspects of life. Join us as we explore practical strategies, share personal stories, and provide valuable insights on how to thrive in your faith, strengthen your family bonds, and achieve success in your business endeavors. Subscribe now to embark on a t ...
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Welcome to The Parent Well, where our thirst for knowledge is quenched and amazing parents are made. An uplifting podcast for caregivers, with an emphasis on holistic health, nutrition, mindfulness and spirituality. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theparentwell/support
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Health for Life

Hamilton Health Care System

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Improve your health with the help of dozens of physicians who explore a wide variety of healthcare topics on Health for Life - a production of Hamilton Health Care System in Dalton, Georgia. This podcast in no way seeks to diagnose or treat illness or to replace professional medical care. Please see your healthcare provider if you have a health problem.
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Parenting is hard. Parenting a child with specific emotional or educational needs is even harder. Tune in to Torchlight’s Exceptional Parenting Podcast for discussions with the nation’s top experts about today’s toughest parenting challenges. Whether you’re concerned about your child’s development, learning, and behavior, or you just want to make family time more enjoyable, you’ll find that each episode offers practical, easy-to-use solutions that can help. Want full access to Torchlight’s o ...
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Welcome to The H.I. Note: Healing Inspirations from Life! The H.I. Note is an interview-style podcast about stories of hope and healing in people's lives and what was made possible as a result. We have vulnerable conversations with real people from all walks of life about HOW they healed. My wish is that you walk away with inspiration, an idea/tool for breakthrough in your own life, and the awareness that when it comes to healing: we’re not alone. Follow us on Instagram @theh.i.notepodcast f ...
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Does spending a weekend in a haunted house conducting paranormal investigations with a bunch of other spooky weirdos sound preferable to spending it with your codependent family members? Yes? Then pack your bags, sister. We’re heading to Hill House to talk about The Haunting (1968) and its portrayal of caregiver burnout. Mental Health is Horrifying…
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Welcome to "In this Together," a podcast where I, Marika Humphreys, share invaluable insights and actionable advice for caregivers like you. In this first episode, I dive deep into the challenging topic of burnout, drawing from my personal journey as a caregiver to my late husband battling cancer. I recount the overwhelming feelings of mental and e…
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Catherine A. Utsalo is a very forthright and enterprising woman. who never gives room for failure. She is a reputable philanthropist, whose generosity has greatly impacted people’s lives at home and abroad. She is a proven woman of faith. Dr. Utsalo, a Nigerian-American, was born and raised in Kano State, She has a degree in Marketing, doing a Mast…
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This podcast is hosted by edWeb. The webinar recording can be accessed here. Join us for a fantastic edWeb podcast with Felicia Lott and Amanda Wargocki, innovative administrators from Secaucus Public School District (NJ), to kick off a series of “AI Friday Happy Hours” on how educators and solution providers are using artificial intelligence. In t…
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here. Early models of MTSS imagined that a relatively small percentage of students would require supplemental support and an even smaller group of students would need intensive intervention to access and progress in the Tier 1 curriculum. Many…
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In this podcast episode, I'm getting real about the rollercoaster of emotions that come with being a caregiver. I'm sharing my own journey as a caregiver and care partner while my husband battled cancer. I go into the differences between these roles and shine a light on the pesky feeling of regret that often hangs around caregivers like a shadow. I…
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In this episode Arwa Nasir, MBBS, MS, MPH, FAAP, chair of the AAP Committee on Psychosocial Aspects of Child and Family Health (COPACFH), describes a recent clinical report on supporting the family after the death of a child. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Kao-Ping Chua, MD, PhD, FAAP, about his res…
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When Loreen Watsukzaki stepped into the role of a caregiver for her husband, Kevin, with young-onset dementia, she embarked on a path that would test her strength and resilience. Our heartfelt conversation with this courageous opera singer and dedicated caregiver shines a light on the complexity and beauty of caring for a loved one. Loreen's narrat…
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Ripple Effects. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here. Join CASEL’s 2023 Mary Utne O’Brien Award winner, equity and social justice leader Kamilah Drummond-Forrester, 2024 California Distinguished School award-winning principal Colleen Martin, and clinical psychologist and restorative practices consulta…
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Exemplars. The webinar recording can be accessed here. Listen to this edWeb podcast to unlock the secrets of the math brain and empower all students to excel in mathematics. In this engaging session, Liesl McConchie and Jay Meadows delve into the core components of the brain that are essential for mathematical suc…
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In this episode, Sarah interviews Dr. George Ackerman, the founder of Together for Sharon. They discuss his mother's battle with Parkinson's Disease and his advocacy to try to help find a cure. You can learn more about Dr. Ackerman at: Together For Sharon | Parkinson’s Awareness You can find more of us at: Stelmach Brown Media llc Remember, we are …
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by ParentPowered. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here. Research shows that Black parental involvement in their children’s education is a key determinant to Black student success. However, barriers created by institutional and systemic racism in the U.S. education system create pervasive and chronic stre…
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by The Modern Classrooms Project. The webinar recording can be accessed here. AI is changing the game in education, but it doesn’t have to be some unbeatable foe—instead, it can be a powerful power-up to supercharge your teaching and engage more students than ever before. In this edWeb podcast, the presenters discuss…
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I’ve talked with several people lately that are having a tough time. They've felt unusually emotional or found themselves grumpy and struggling to get through the day without knowing why. And I’ll admit, I’ve been struggling too, but I think I know why. In this episode, I’ll share what I’ve been struggling with, what I’ve learned about how our bodi…
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#052 Ali Arena is a source of knowledge for anyone navigating neurodiversity, relationships, and the personal challenges that come with ADHD. In this episode, we discuss the challenges and experiences of running a therapy practice. And Ali shares her journey from academia, working at a private practice to being a business owner with her own private…
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Empowered Educator. The webinar recording can be accessed here. As educators, you are in the business of making generational change. You have the most important job in the world. However, when you come from a place of stress, frustration, and exhaustion, you are unable to show up for your students as your best sel…
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Amplify. The webinar recording can be accessed here. Tackling a classroom of young learners takes a game plan of effective teaching strategies. What is the ultimate playbook for instilling a love of learning? The Science of Reading. We know making a big change isn’t easy, but we are here to help you through it. Jo…
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Corinne Auman, a trailblazer in the field of aging and founder of Choice Care Navigators, a company dedicated to helping families navigate the aging process. Corinne is dedicated to fostering personal growth, resilience, and authentic living at every age. With a background in psychology, Corinne's passion lies in reshaping how we perceive older adu…
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Episode Summary Welcome back to Everyday Caregiver Tips, your one-stop source for support and strategies to navigate the incredible journey of caregiving. Whether you're a seasoned caregiver or just getting started, we all know the weight of responsibility and the deep love that comes with caring for someone close to us. That's why I'm so excited t…
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Have you ever felt stuck, not because you couldn't move, but because you didn't feel you could stop long enough to take a breath? Have you ever wondered how some people seem to know exactly where they need to direct their attention. Priorities are tied to our values and our situations. Our values can inform us on which decisions will help us succee…
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In this episode Katharine Zuckerman, MD, MPH, FAAP, offers advice from a new tip sheet about diagnosing autism in the medical home. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Kathryn Leifheit, PhD, MSPH, about her research into how moving affects families’ access to social services. For resources go to aap.org/…
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In this episode, I discuss the importance of defining your role as a caregiver, similar to how you define other roles in your life like being a parent, employee, or friend. By understanding your role and setting clear expectations, you can navigate the challenges of caregiving more effectively. I guide you through six steps to define your role as a…
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As a fellow traveler on the caregiving journey, I know the daily grind can sometimes leave us feeling like mealtime is just another mountain to climb. That's why I'm bringing you tried-and-true meal planning strategies to lift the burden off your shoulders. We'll tackle everything from the art of crafting a weekly meal plan that syncs with the unpr…
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Our personal and brand stories are powerful tools to connect with others, and marketing in the last several years has exploded with story-based strategies for everyone from solopreneurs to huge corporations. Max Kringen, the founder of a Fargo-based story-driven creative studio, joins Elle to talk about the power of story not just for a marketing e…
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In this episode, Sarah interview author Dr. Monique Nugent. The pair discuss her work as a doctor in a hospital setting along with her book about all the things you need to know during hospital stays. You can find more of Dr. Nugent and her book at: Dr. Monique Nugent - Author of Prescription for Admission (drmoniquenugent.com) You can find more of…
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Digital Promise Center for Inclusive Innovation. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here. Listen to this edWeb podcast to learn about a union-led program designed to support and retain early-career teachers through complementary supports: a building-based mentor and a virtual instructional coach. While t…
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On this episode of the Princeton Pulse Podcast, we dig into the ongoing debate about banning menthol cigarettes in the United States. We’ve known for decades that menthol cigarettes are more addictive and ultimately more harmful than tobacco-flavored cigarettes. Yet they’re still around, attracting young smokers, increasing health disparities, and …
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Lexia Learning. The webinar recording can be accessed here. Teachers know that the Science of Reading applies to all students—those who read well, those with dyslexia or other learning differences, those from linguistically and culturally diverse backgrounds, and more. All students benefit from systematic and expl…
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by The Educating All Learners Alliance, an InnovateEDU Project. The webinar recording can be accessed here. In this edWeb podcast, a panel of Eye to Eye Young Adult Ambassadors share stories of their lived experiences of the process of educational diagnosis and how this impacted their sense of belonging and learning …
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Lexia Learning. The webinar recording can be accessed here. Between stagnating student achievement and the imperative to support and retain effective teachers, district leaders are more concerned than ever about identifying curricular literacy resources that are accessible, research proven, and impactful for all s…
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April 2, 2024 Flourishing Flame: From Burning Out to Burning Bright Ep. 24: Knowing what comes first: Priorities Overview When you have a lot to do it can be difficult to know what to do first. That is where priorities come in. In this episode, Leah offers an overview on priorities. They help you to make sure you are doing the right thing the right…
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Hello, friend! I'm delighted to share this month's Becoming Podcast episode with you. In it, I interview artist and fellow wilderness quester Glenda Goodrich. Glenda is an artist, art doula, SoulCollage® facilitator, writer, and convener of ceremony. She brings together earth-based rituals, community gatherings, and creative expression in a search …
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Simply asking your employees how they’re doing may not be enough to help them feel seen and understood. For our season's close, host Holly Robinson Peete is joined by our experts Jackye Clayton and Jennifer Brown, who dive straight into a crucial conversation around DEI and the hidden challenges of diverse issues that can impact employee health. In…
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In this episode Alex R. Kemper, MD, MPH, MS, FAAP, deputy editor of the journal Pediatrics offers a bird’s-eye view of the April issue. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Samantha Ahdoot, MD, FAAP, about the effects of global climate change on children’s health. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.…
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As a caregiver for your partner, do you ever feel like you're constantly on a quest to make the perfect decision? I hear you. The pressure to always do what's right can feel overwhelming, especially when it's not always clear what that even means. But here's the kicker – sometimes, there's no clear-cut answer. In this episode, I'm diving deep into …
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Years of rushing to catch flights and balancing a career with raising children taught me a crucial lesson: adversity breeds resilience. Today, I'm inviting you on a heartfelt exploration of how a well-stocked caregiver toolkit can turn the daunting into the doable. Reflecting on the anxiety that once gripped me before every work trip, I share the t…
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Alice A. Holstein, Ed.D was diagnosed with bipolar mood disorder at the age of 51, which interrupted her career and produced some 12 years of intense suffering with many manic episodes, many hospitalizations, thousands of dollars spent and overall, a bleak prognosis of recovery. She lives now, as an elder, with a full if careful life of extraordina…
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by TeachRock. The webinar recording can be accessed here. Join TeachRock to learn about An American History of Rock and Soul, a free complete curriculum for music and history elective courses. An American History of Rock and Soul facilitates the exploration of the history of the United States through the history of A…
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Lexia Learning. The webinar recording can be accessed here. School leaders understand that the Science of Reading provides proven, evidence-based practices about how best to teach students of all abilities and backgrounds how to read—but the transition to instruction grounded in the Science of Reading can be daunt…
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Flying with Type 1 Diabetes? It can be a little nerve wracking. I get it. We just flew for the first time after my son’s diagnosis, and I remember the nerves I felt before the trip. Today, I'm going to share everything I learned—the good, the bad, and the indispensable tips—for flying with diabetes, so your next airport adventure can glide as smoot…
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#051 Have you ever considered a leap into franchise ownership? That's exactly what Ian Klaes did, transforming from a fresh PT graduate to a vice president of a thriving senior care franchise. Join us as Ian shares how he got to be a franchise owner, offering inspiration and guidance for professionals considering a similar leap. The episode begins …
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Dave Jacobs, a seasoned healthcare leader, combined his vast knowledge of geriatric care and passionate advocacy for senior in-home care to co-found Homethrive, a family caregiving solution that combines expert live assistance and navigation with 24/7 digital resources to help caregivers thrive at work and at home. His expertise stems from fifteen …
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March 25, 2024 Flourishing Flame: From Burning Out to Burning Bright Ep. 23: Capacity: Knowing your limits You know that feeling you get when you have more on your plate than you can comfortably handle? Or maybe you feel completely overwhelmed and you’re just in survival mode. These are signs you may have extended yourself past your capacity. Your …
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It's been quite a whirlwind of emotions for me this week, prompting me to revisit a fundamental lesson I learned early in my coaching journey: the power of awareness. Through coaching, I grasped that my emotional state is intricately linked to what's happening in my mind, rather than external circumstances. So, let's dive into why awareness is so c…
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Join us for an insightful discussion on "Dealing with Narcissism: Insights and Coping Strategies for Caregivers." In this episode, we delve into the challenging realm of narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) and its impact on caregivers. Host Cathy bravely shares her personal journey of recognizing and navigating her mother's NPD, shedding light …
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Unruly Studios. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here. Math anxiety and negative associations with math are common among elementary students and can develop as early as kindergarten. This can lead to avoidance and low achievement in math. However, increasing student engagement through varied instructio…
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