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10/30/23 Being Mature in Relationships

Ask yourself: What are the ingredients of a strong relationship? Our guest today argues that they include paying attention to each other, accepting one another’s quirks, showing appreciation, being affectionate, and giving each other the space you need to flourish. On some level, this may sound obvious—or even simple—but we all know it’s far from … Continued


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10/23/23 Sleep Matters

Although most people spend about a third of their time in bed, all too often people struggle to get deep and restful sleep. Sleep is essential to our bodies for maintaining mental and physical health. It’s reported that 50 to 70 million Americans have chronic sleep disorders, with the most common sleep disorders being insomnia, … Continued


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10/16/23 All About OCD

OCD is a mental health condition most of us have heard of but we might not know much about, and there are a lot of misconceptions about it. Yet, it’s a pretty common disorder, with approximately 2.5 million adults in the United States living with OCD right now. So, in this episode, we’ll talk all … Continued


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9/11/23 Conversations About Death

Death is a part of life, but too often people are afraid to talk about their fears about dying, and their priorities for care at the end of life. Many people find themselves in challenging situations when they are faced with a dying relative or friend, not sure what steps to take to honor the … Continued


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7/4/23 Death Doulas: What are they?

When you hear the word “doula,” you probably think of someone who assists another person through the child-birthing experience. But you may not know that doulas also assist people through other massive transitions, including at the end of life. The term “death doula” may not be one you’ve heard before, but it’s a growing profession. … Continued


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8/28/23 Befriending Your Vagus Nerve

There has been a lot of talk about the Vagus Nerve these days. It can help us during times of stress or illness, and it’s one of the longest and most important of 12 cranial nerves in our bodies. It connects our brain to our gut, and affects our mood, digestion, heart rate, immune response, … Continued