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Join us on a path towards self actualization with "If We Only Knew Then," a podcast that dives deep into the realms of mental health, personal development, spirituality, living with intention, and the hard earned wisdom that midlife offers. Hosted by Nora McMahon and Paul Overton, each episode is an exploration of the human experience, offering insights, tools, and stories that empower and inspire. Through conversations that address the complexities of modern living while honoring timeless w ...
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Altered States- Psychedelics, Meditation, Cannabis and Expanding our Middle Aged Minds
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In this conversation, Paul and Nora discuss altered states of mind, including their experiences with meditation, mushrooms, LSD, and cannabis. They emphasize the importance of meditation as a tool for creating space between thoughts and finding inner peace. They also share their personal journeys with meditation and how it has helped them cope with…
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Boundaries- How to Protect Your Peace
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Boundaries play a crucial role in maintaining healthy relationships, managing stress, and preserving our emotional well-being. In this episode, Nora and Paul discuss the importance of boundaries and how to cultivate the confidence and assertiveness needed to establish and honor them. They explore different types of boundaries, including personal, e…
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In this episode, Paul and Nora discuss the shame that men carry and its effects on their thoughts, feelings, and behavior. They explore the societal expectations placed on men and how these expectations can lead to a sense of never being good enough. The conversation emphasizes the importance of working with shame to develop a more integrated view …
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In this conversation, Nora and Paul discuss the impact of media consumption on our mental well-being and offer alternative movies, TV shows, books, and social media accounts that promote beauty, hope, and connection. They highlight the importance of being intentional about what we consume and how it affects our brains. The conversation covers TV sh…
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In this conversation, Paul and Nora discuss the fear of failure and its causes. They explore the impact of unsupportive or perfectionist parents, associating failure with identity, feelings of unworthiness, fear of others' opinions, and shame. They highlight the importance of understanding these causes and finding ways to overcome them in order to …
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In this episode, Paul and Nora discuss the process of forgiveness and the tools and concepts they have used to forgive themselves and others. They introduce the three pillars of forgiveness: mercy, compassion, and grace. They emphasize the importance of self-forgiveness and the need to let go of guilt and blame. Through personal anecdotes and insig…
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In this episode, Nora and Paul discuss the concept of pivoting and the importance of being adaptable in an ever-changing world. They define pivoting as switching a specific area of life or thought to align with reality and suit changing needs. They explore various examples of pivoting, including career changes, identity shifts, and emotional flexib…
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To say that cynicism is pervasive in modern society is a sizeable understatement. It has so woven itself into the fabric of our society, that it has become, for many, the standard outlook on life- perhaps, without them even knowing it. A cynic’s main characteristic is the distrust of others and the view that everyone is motivated purely by self int…
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