You thought it, but we said it. I’m Alexis, a certified leadership + life coach, certified postpartum doula, sourdough educator, CF-L1 trainer, Birthfit coach, Beautycounter brand advocate and a mom to two kids. I’m Sam, a certified and licensed therapist and MHFA trainer in a 9-5ish job along with also being a Beautycounter brand advocate, in addition to being a new mom and open IVF storyteller. We consider ourselves to be walking balancing acts and fellow mindset shift mavens. Perspectivel ...
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Understanding about mental health and wellbeing in the workplace is changing. Join MHFA England’s chief executive, Simon Blake, and his guests as they shine a light on creating healthier workplaces and their impact on our wider communities. This is the Off the top of your head podcast. A podcast all about mental health and wellbeing in the workplace and beyond. ** Content warning: This podcast may contain references to poor mental health, suicide, self-harm, abuse, and other mental health fa ...
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Welcome to Mentally Healthy Leaders. A Platinum Award winning podcast. In this podcast series, I’ll be chatting to senior executives, special forces soldiers, entrepreneurs, world record holders, and other inspirational leaders. Many of which have experienced their own struggle with mental health issues. Our guests are happy to share their story in the hope that it will help others to talk, and encourage business leaders to create more mentally healthy workplaces. Tom Fox. Podcast host, & MD ...
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Join Scott and Serena on "The Human Powered Podcast," a riveting podcast that delves deep into the heart of personal growth and resilience in today's complex world. Every episode, our charismatic hosts sit down with extraordinary individuals from all walks of life to uncover the raw, unfiltered stories that shaped them. These inspiring narratives are more than just tales of triumph and adversity; they are powerful lessons in human perseverance. With each guest, "The Human Powered Podcast" ex ...
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Beyond Survival in the Fourth Trimester with Jerusha Hull
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On Perspectively Yours this week we sit down with Jerusha Hull, a licensed clinical social worker in perinatal mental health. We get the scoop on the challenges of the fourth trimester for first time and seasoned mothers, including identity shifts, physical recovery, and emotional adjustments. The aim of this conversation is to normalize the challe…
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Today on Perspectively Yours, Sam and Alexis sit down with storytelling expert and entrepreneur Jackie Tempera to explore the powerful role of narratives in shaping personal and professional identities, particularly for women. Jackie, a seasoned reporter and copywriter, shares how she helps female leaders articulate their unique stories, empowering…
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We're Back! Our Summer Break Recap + Navigating Big Changes
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“We’re back!” Sam and Alexis reconnect after a summer break, reflecting on their personal and professional transformations. They share their struggles since leaving Beautycounter, navigating what the empty space has meant for them and what feels right moving forward. They highlight the value of community through their book club's exploration of "Th…
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In our last in the "best of" series, we're exploring that ever-abundant achievement addiction -- its roots, societal pressures, and impact on mental health. Sam and Alexis share the highs and lows of their own ambition, providing firsthand accounts and valuable insights. Discover practical strategies for breaking free from the relentless pursuit of…
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Maybe you’ve been rethinking your relationship with alcohol, maybe you just wrapped up a Dry July challenge, or done something similar in the past. Maybe you’ve never thought anything about alcohol consumption. Wherever you’re at, we’re here to shift the perspective on happy hour and give you a few new things to think about regarding your health, w…
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Best of: The Confidence To Start Something New w/ Alexa Squire
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Talk about a timely repeat episode -- left and right we are seeing people either being forced into a pivot, or have decided they're going to start something completely new, including ourselves! But how do you arrive there? There are so many reasons people give to NOT start something new, but what if you just did it? That’s what our guest Alexa did.…
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People pleasing can come in all shapes and sizes. You may be an assertive person and STILL find yourself rushing in to manage everyone else’s feelings, expectations and life experience. Tune in for a discussion about what people pleasing can look like, why we do it, our personal experiences trying to keep others happy, and strategies for changing o…
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Episode 6 | Johnny Nelson - FORMER BOXING WORLD CHAMPION
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The concept of "balance," particularly in the context of women trying to juggle various responsibilities and roles, can be a challenging and often unattainable ideal. Join us for a candid conversation as we unravel the truth behind this elusive ideal, its impact on our daily lives, and how to find your rhythm between family and career without being…
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Unlock the secrets to becoming your own best advocate while nurturing self-trust and advocacy within your home. Join us as we uncover the keys to self-advocacy and offer valuable insights into navigating a world that often demands women to be their own advocates. In today’s episode, we discuss the importance of self-advocacy, building a network of …
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BEST OF Carrying Success Forward: How to Take What Worked When You Move On
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Feeling like a failure when something doesn't work out? In this episode, we debunk the myth that you must stick with something that isn't the right fit. Learn how to use these experiences to propel you towards your true path. With the average person changing jobs seven times in their lifetime, there's no need to feel defeated when it's time to pivo…
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Episode 5 | Jo Vann - BRITISH ARMY AND FORMER ENGLAND ROSES NETBALLER
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Best Of: How Mindset Impacts Lasting Wellness with Lindsey Conway
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Working through chronic health conditions with little to no answers can feel defeating. In a medical system that really specializes in managing acute situations, looking for root causes can seem impossible. In today’s episode we’re talking with Lindsey Conway, a functional nutrition coach, all about how functional nutrition looks at root cause effe…
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Pride season and allyship with Chloe Davies
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MHFA England Ambassador, Chloe Davies joins Simon Blake to talk about Pride, why it is still important and what allyship and advocacy mean to her.By MHFA England
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Best Of: Finding the Pause with Shauna Van Bogart
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We're thrilled to introduce today's special guest, Shauna Van Bogart, and delve into her transformative new program, "The Pause." Shauna is dedicated to helping women on a deeper level, leveraging her expertise in clinical hypnotherapy and her intuitive gifts. Designed for busy, performance-driven women, "The Pause" is a powerful tool to navigate l…
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Sarah McIntosh & The Launch of the Association of Mental Health First Aiders
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Prepare to be inspired as Sarah McIntosh, a dedicated Mental Health First Aider from MHFA England, joins us on "Off the Top of Your Head" podcast. Sarah’s journey reveals the power of opening up essential conversations about mental health and the profound benefits of a holistic approach in the workplace. Gain insights on strategic planning, policy …
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Best Of: Mental Health in Entrepreneurship
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Oftentimes on the outside looking in, the entrepreneurial space is full of bright, shiny successful people who run like energizer bunnies. They never stop hustling, and they never talk about their *real* struggles. We’re here to share with you someone who has embraced both sharing their success in their business + struggles with their mental health…
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Episode 4 | Jo Parsons - RESIDENT DIRECTOR, LES MISERABLES
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Taking a Pause: Life Updates + Podcast Plans
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We’re raw and real today, talking all about major life shifts that are happening for both of us including the Beautycounter hiatus, our reactions, our plans to take a pause and how we’re sitting in the quiet waiting to hear what’s next. In this episode, we discuss: The impact Beautycounter’s hiatus is having on our lives How we’re choosing to move …
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Essential Pregnancy and Postpartum Nutrition with Steph Gruenke, RD
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Discover crucial insights on pregnancy and postpartum nutrition with expert Steph Gruenke, RD. In this episode, we delve into the significant nutritional needs during these vital stages. Steph, a specialist in women's health, postpartum nutrition, and behavioral psychology, is also certified in perinatal mental health and fitness. Learn from her ex…
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Empowering Parents: Understanding Perinatal Mental Health
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In this episode of "Perspectively Yours," we had the privilege of hosting Kara Kushnir, a psychotherapist and LCSW specializing in perinatal mental health. Kara shares her journey into this field, inspired by her personal experiences with perinatal anxiety. She sheds light on the critical importance of mental health support during the perinatal per…
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Episode 3 | Brian Wood MC -FORMER BRITISH ARMY
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Mindful Connectivity: Crafting Your Phone Boundary Plan
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In Episode 31 of the podcast, Alexis and Sam dive into an engaging conversation about the significant impact of phone usage on daily life, particularly focusing on setting boundaries with phones. This episode provides valuable insights into the addictive nature of phones and the importance of setting boundaries. We're here to encourage you to be in…
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Finding moments for movement doesn’t have to be going for a 5km run – it could be putting on your favourite music and dancing around the living room, doing some standing exercises while you wait for the kettle to boil, or taking a walking meeting. In our final episode of ‘Off the top of your head’ podcast for Mental Health Awareness Week, Ben Davie…
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Mental Health Awareness Week: Hannah Moore & Shizana Arshad
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**CONTENT WARNING: Mentions depression, anxiety, and serious mental illness** “Whether the gym, riding a bike, dancing, yoga, or any kind of movement, however you are struggling with your mental health, it’s vitally important to keep moving.” Simon speaks to Hannah Moore and Shizana Arshad from Centre for Mental Health. Hannah has a long-standing h…
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Mental Health Awareness Week: Adah Parris
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MHFA England® Chair, consultant, and keynote speaker Adah Parris talks to Simon about how she explores movement for creativity and how 'shaking it out' can inspire us no matter where we are working.By MHFA England
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Mental Health Awareness Week: Polly Shute & Michael Gunning
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Michael Gunning, former professional swimmer and Stonewall Ambassador, and Polly Shute, Co-Founder of OUTspoken Speaker Network and Out & Wild Festival, talk to Simon about encouraging movement within LGBTQIA+ communitiesBy MHFA England
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Being able to boost our mental health through movement shouldn’t be a luxury. Yet many people face barriers, with approaches to movement often being restrictive and exclusionary. In this episode of the ‘Off the top of your head’ podcast, award-winning disabled content creator and public speaker Gem Turner talks about how we must encourage people to…
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Mental Health Awareness Week: Anil Toraty
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**CONTENT WARNING: Mentions suicide, depression, and poor mental health** In today’s episode, Anil Toraty, Senior Director at Visa, talks to Simon about his lived experience of suicide thoughts and how running helps him look after his mental health.By MHFA England
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Mental Health Awareness Week: Dr Julia Jones
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Dr Julia Jones, neuroscientist and author, joins the 'Off the top of your head' podcast to share the neuroscience behind why movement matters to our mental health and how we can 'hack' our routines to help.By MHFA England
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From Directionless To Next Level Chef Contestant w/ Christina Miros
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We are tickled we get to welcome Next Level Chef finalist Christina Miros on the Perspectively Yours podcast today! Our conversation was full of insight into her life journey that took her from feeling directionless to becoming an ICU nurse and Next Level Chef contestant. Christina vulnerably shares her story of resiliency and intuition that led he…
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Mental Health Awareness Week: Mark Rowland
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** Content warning: Contains references to poor mental health, suicide, self harm, anxiety, and depression ** Simon Blake is joined by Chief Executive of the Mental Health Foudation, Mark Rowland to discuss the upcoming Mental Health Awareness Week (13-19 May 2024) and why movement if good for our mental health.…
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How We're Building Community in an Age of Isolation
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We’re celebrating SIX MONTHS of the Perspectively Yours Podcast this week!! We wanted to take some time to reflect on where we started, where we are, and what our goals are moving forward. We’re also inviting you to join our Patreon community where we’ve started a personal development book club! We both know there’s a desire to build community conn…
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Episode 2 | Simon Blake OBE, CCMI - MHFA ENGLAND CEO
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Healing Hearts and Creating Dreams: Relationship Healing Strategies for Women with Lauren Walsh
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In this episode, we delve into the journey of healing and empowerment for women navigating relationship challenges with the insightful Lauren Walsh. Lauren is a seasoned therapist and coach, specializing in guiding women through the complexities of relationships to unlock their fullest potential. With a passion for empowering women, Lauren combines…
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Join us for an enlightening episode where we delve into the art of respectful parenting with Alexis. Hear from someone learning as she went along, with heartfelt stories that highlight the importance of understanding and empathy in nurturing strong parent-child relationships. Tune in to discover how to raise confident, resilient individuals through…
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Unlocking the Silent Struggle: Exploring Men and Postpartum Depression with Michelle Freedberg
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In this insightful episode, join us as we delve into the often overlooked topic of postpartum depression in men. Our guest, Michelle Freedberg, is an LCSW specializing in maternal mental health. She’s here to shed light on the unique challenges faced by fathers during the postpartum period. From societal stigmas to personal experiences, we unravel …
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S1 EP1 | Rob Edwards - LUTON TOWN FC MANAGER
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Navigating IVF with Holistic Fertility Support
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IVF can feel isolating, and even shameful for some people and we want to instead empower you with more stories and experiences from real people. Sam went through her own infertility journey that led her and her husband to IVF to conceive their son Logan. She shared candidly about what brought them there, what she did to support her body and what sh…
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The Confidence to Start Something New w/ Alexa Squire
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There are so many reasons people give to NOT start something new, but what if you just did it? That’s what our guest Alexa did. She decided she wasn’t going to personalize everyone's experiences, nor was she going to be afraid of failure. She chose to just go for it, and see what happens. Hear how it went for her, how she’s been able to juggle moth…
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Motherhood, Career And Being A Strong Female Leader
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There’s so much value in hearing from the women who come before us. Today we’re talking with none other than Sam’s mom, Doreen, who worked her way up the corporate ladder while having kids in the late 1980’s. We loved hearing her perspective on balancing motherhood, career and being a strong leader as a woman. You won’t want to miss this! In this e…
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This is the episode every woman who exercises NEEDS to hear! Katieis a Certified Personal Trainer with specialization in women's fitness + an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. After struggling with YEARS of gut issues, hormonal issues & exercise-related burnout, she created her workout brand called Tone It Down so that other ladies could continue…
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Use Protection: Legalese with Kerry Carroll
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Starting a small business, no matter what type it is, is FULL of a bazillion decisions, ins and outs and one thing that we can feel lost in and over budget on is how to protect ourselves legally. Working in network marketing is a specialized type of business and comes with unique needs and circumstances. Kerry Carroll is here to help! Kerry helps s…
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Breadcrumbing: Taking What Worked With You When You Move On
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Do you ever feel like you’re a failure for trying something out only to discover it’s just not the right fit for you? We are here to dispel the myth that you have to stick it out and empower you to use these experiences to get you where you’re meant to go. When the average person changes jobs seven times in their life, there’s no reason to feel lik…
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Firing the Stay At Home Mom with Brittany Beaver
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Brittany Beaver, Registered Dietician with a focus on using food as medicine and caring for the population in the motherhood transition, is here to talk all about her professional journey. Brittany is multi-passionate like us, and in addition to her work as an RD has a babyled weaning course and a business focused on non-toxic living. We loved talk…
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We’re getting to know SAM today! Sam spent her professional career taking her passion for mental health to her position as a behavioral and clinical advisor, and shares how she got from there to here. She shares vulnerably about her experience ending a seven year relationship right before getting married, her IVF journey, and how she’s been able to…
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Get to know your hosts! Sam interviews Alexis to learn more about her personal and professional journey as the multi-passionate postpartum doula, crossfit + birthfit coach, beautycounter brand advocate, leadership + life coach and sourdough educator. Every professional experience has been a stepping stone to the next and taught her new things along…
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We have TWO special guests today! Mind Over Mom is a podcast for moms, by moms. Nikki and Alyssa are two moms who are real life friends, and while they spent much of their early motherhood journeys together, neither one had any idea that the other was struggling with mental illness. They started their podcast to break the stigmas around mental illn…
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The Achievement Junkie Chronicles: Chasing Goals, Losing Marbles
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Join us for a candid discussion on achievement addiction. We explore its roots, societal pressures, and impact on mental health. Sam and I share the highs and lows of our own relentless ambition, providing firsthand accounts and valuable insights.Discover practical strategies for breaking free from the relentless pursuit of success and finding true…
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We are so excited to share today’s guest with you, Shauna Van Bogart and learn all about her new program “The Pause.” Shauna has a desire to help women at a deeper level and uses her clinical hypnotherapy background + intuitive gifts to do just that. Shauna built The Pause to be a tool for busy, performance-driven women who are dealing with all the…
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