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Becoming You Again is for women going through divorce who need guidance and support. In this podcast you'll learn from Karin Nelson, a certified confidence divorce coach, on three main pillars that will help you as you create an even better life than when you were married. You'll learn about creating a solid, authentic identify full of self love and confidence, how to be emotionally resilient taking back control over your own emotional life, and how to live a truly independent life after div ...
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Join strength and nutrition coach Nikki Naab-Levy for conversations with industry experts that cut through the B.S. and deliver science-backed insights on strength training, nutrition, and conquering fitness with hypermobility.
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Brand New Vegan a plant-based podcast hosted by Chuck Underwood, creator of the popular BNV Recipe blog, that highlights the struggles he encountered as he made the switch to becoming a "brand new " vegan. So if you're curious about eating plant-based or becoming vegan, or just want tasty ways to add more veggies into your meal plan, this is the podcast for you, wherever you are on your journey. New episodes weekly!
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In 2020 Marcia Ore came across an article written by Paula Akan from 2019 titled 'How The Stories of Black Women in the UK Are Being Reclaimed'. The quote from Jade Bentil, a Black feminist historian and writer stood out. “Black women’s historical narratives are either rendered completely visible under the gaze of whiteness, or an extremely sanitised version that flattens the complexities of our lives is authored by non-black gatekeepers, both within and outside the academy.” Marcia then sta ...
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Ever found yourself in the throes of an argument, feeling defensive and misunderstood? What if you could transform those moments into opportunities for deeper connection? This week on "Becoming You Again," I tackle the intricate and often misunderstood topic of defensiveness in relationships. I share personal stories from my own marriage, revealing…
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What if moving beyond the pain of divorce could lead you to an entirely new level of empowerment? In this transformative episode of "Becoming You Again," we unpack the intricate process of breaking free from a victim mindset. You will learn crucial steps to take to move beyond the victim mentality while still acknowledging and validating your exper…
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In this episode, Nikki chats with Dr. Mike T. Nelson to explore the intersection of heart rate variability (HRV) and navigating dysautonomia exercise intolerance. Topics covered: Understanding HRV: Learn what heart rate variability is and how it can gauge your readiness to exercise and your recovery capacity. Wearable Tech Insights: Delve into how …
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Part of healing from your divorce is learning to actively listen to your body's wisdom. In this episode you'll learn exactly how to listen to your body and learn it's unique language. You will discover how embracing your body's language will be a catalyst for personal growth, wisdom and reconnection after years of neglect. I'll guide you through gr…
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Ever wonder how your body’s automatic functions can impact your emotional health, especially during tough times like a divorce? This episode of "Becoming You Again" promises to shed light on the surprisingly profound connection between your autonomic nervous system and your mental well-being. Having a better understanding of the nervous system and …
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This episode is all about mindset and thought work - specifically the impact intentionally choosing your thoughts will have on you and your emotional life right now and moving forward after divorce. Did you know that the thoughts in your brain are not just truths being handed to you? Your brain gathers thoughts, ideas and beliefs in two main ways; …
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When you're feeling so overwhelmed by your divorce - you can't see any hope in sight - just remember that spring is on its way. When things are really hard we can beat ourselves up thinking that we need to know the end game; that we need to see the next steps play out; we need to know how it's all going to work out. When things are hard it feels li…
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Can all the people pleasers raise their hands? Yes, mine is right up there with you. I am what you might call a recovering people pleaser and if you struggle with people pleasing, you can be too. By the end of this episode you'll know exactly what a people pleaser is, why we do it and a few tips on how to break free from the people pleasing trap, e…
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Have you ever had a thought like this cross your mind..."Good mothers don't yell at their kids." "Good mothers don't have kids who get bad grades." "Good mothers aren't divorce." "Good mothers aren't away from their kids 50% of the time." "Good mothers are there to tuck in their kids at night." "Good mothers don't make mistakes." If you answered ye…
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There is an enemy to grief is judgement; judgement of yourself, where you are at on your grief journey and what your unique grief journey looks like. If you've been feeling like you 'should be over him by now' or 'it's been long enough - just get over it', then you may have some unacknowledged judgement of yourself and what you're feeling. This jud…
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Have you ever found yourself feeling anxious, stressed - even to the point of panicked during your divorce? If you answered yes, then this week's grounding exercise may be the perfect fit for you. I'm walking you through a grounding technique called Box Breathing. You will first be introduced to what box breathing is, the science behind it and why …
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Haunted by the echoes of decisions past, we've all faced the ghost of regret, especially in the aftermath of a marriage ending. In this episode, I'm opening up about the often unspoken sorrows of divorce, the 'what ifs' and 'if onlys' that can cling to us like chains. Your journey through divorce is one of healing and growth, and in this episode, y…
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This week I'm joined by the vibrant Jessica Frew who shares her story of marriage, betrayal, divorce and so much more. Jessica talks about the moment she knew divorce was right for her and how she tapped into that knowing. She shares how she and her ex were able to come up with a 'divorce plan' for the sake of their daughter. You'll learn the impor…
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The uncertainty of divorce feels scary, worrisome and anxiety ridden. In this episode we're going to understand the innate human quest for predictability and how that can be both a curse and a source of empowerment during divorce. I'll walk you through how evolutionary biology plays a huge role in the pain we feel around uncertainty and what you ca…
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Have you ever worried that the decision you make will be the wrong one, and so you stay stuck making no decision at all? Have you ever beat yourself up for "saying the wrong thing" or "doing the wrong thing"? Have you ever second guessed a decision during divorce? Have you ever taken the blame for something that seemingly "went wrong"? If so, you'r…
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We've all thought it about some aspect of our married life before: woulda, coulda, shoulda. In this flashback episode I'll be talking about my own experience of reliving the past over and over in my present day life and how doing that was creating more pain and suffering for me. I'll teach you how to recognize when you're living in the past and how…
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I'm talking everything triggers today. If you're going through a divorce, then you know how often triggers show up - sometimes expected but more often unexpected. These triggers, when you're not equipped to manage them, can rock the rest of your or sometimes the rest of your week. But don't worry, in this episode I'll give you a comprehensive guide…
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This week I'm giving you another somatic practice called 'anchoring in blue'. This is a grounding exercise designed to steer you through the emotional waves of divorce towards more peace and self-assuredness. In this episode, you'll learn to reconnect with your body's own language and find calm in the midst of divorce storms. Use the art of anchori…
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This episode deep dives into the world of hypermobility with physical therapist Dr. Melissa Koehl. During this episode, Nikki and Melissa discuss navigating pain, exercise, and the healthcare system as a hypermobile human. Topics covered: The complex reasons why hypermobile humans often deal with joint pain, soreness and fatigue. Strength versus st…
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Grief has been on my mind lately as I struggle with my own personal grieving as my father is coming closer to his end of life. My experience reminded me that no matter the reason for our grief, it is essentially the same feeling that each one of us feel. Grief is often a misunderstood emotion with many societal preconceived notions of what grief sh…
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Feeling the heat of anger simmering through the veins of your post-divorce life? In this episode, we're going to step into a space where we confront the anger that bubbles up during and after divorce, an emotion too often dismissed or suppressed due to social stigmas. I'm going to teach you more than just how to 'vent', since we all know venting is…
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When the weight of divorce presses heavily upon your shoulders, you may discover an unexpected friend in the form of self-compassion. By treating ourselves with the same care and understanding we would offer to a dear friend, we implement a powerful tool for healing and growth. This conversation about self compassion is about learning to be an inne…
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In this episode, Nikki chats with Travis Pollen, PhD Health & Rehabilitation Sciences about how to critically assess scientific and research claims in the social media and online space. They discuss: The limitations of research and how it doesn't always hold up when applied to real life The problem is cherry picking or only selecting a single study…
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Embark on an insightful exploration of the tumultuous emotional landscapes portrayed in Netflix's "Beef" with me. I'll examine the emotional survival of the main characters, Danny and Amy, and uncover profound lessons in emotional resilience that you can apply to your own life. You learn how unchecked anger and impulsivity can mask the deep-seated …
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When you're in the throws of divorce it can be hard to stay focused on anything useful. So often it seems like we have to put so much effort into figuring out who gets what, how we're going to pay the bills, and how much we'll miss the kids that we don't have any more time or energy to remember some basic key things that can definitely help ease th…
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