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Ple^sure PrinciplesHealing Trust and Intimacy After Betrayal Through Individual Recovery and Safe Vulnerability - Andrea EptingRenowned expert Andrea Epting joins us on Pleasure Principles to explore the heart-rending journey of healing intimacy after betrayal. With nearly two decades of experience in mental health and sexual wellness, Andrea shares profound insights into the complex recovery paths couples may face when trust is shattered. You'll gain a deep understanding of the non-linear nature of healing and the importance of individual recovery before progressing to couples therapy. Listen as we uncover the transformative potential of addressing deep-seated wounds while navigating the challenging terrain of betrayal, particularly when compounded by cycles of abuse or addiction.
Together...
2025-01-1721 min
Direct ImpactCuriosity and JournalingGuide: Andrea Epting
Join Andrea as she guides us through today’s meditation. In this meditation, we are creating and exploring curiosity as we begin to prepare for a journaling practice. Take notice of how your body responds in releasing tension and where uncomfortable emotions manifest. Take this moment for yourself to enjoy this practice of exploration while embracing curiosity.
Community is Key: https://episodes.castos.com/61290073104ab3-51509910/1441458/s3-fix-community.mp3
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2024-04-1113 min
Direct ImpactTension ReleaseGuide: Andrea Epting
Join Andrea as she guides us in today’s meditation. Today, we are focusing on tension. Take a moment to focus on yourself by creating a safe and quiet space where you can host stillness. As you begin to take deep breaths, get grounded. Continue to focus on your body by noticing any sensations. Notice where your tension is held from the top of your head down to your toes and slow relax each muscle and area of your body. Take this time for you and release all your tension.
Becom...
2024-03-2815 min
Direct ImpactHonor Your HurtGuide: Andrea Epting
Join Andrea in today’s mindful meditation. Today we focus on the hurts and pain we have received from our trauma, grief, and loss. We take time to connect and honor with this hurt as we continue to heal and accept. Honor the hurt because it is beautiful with what it communicates to us. Take a deep breath and take a moment to embrace the hurt and honor it in all its beauty.
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2024-02-2918 min
Direct ImpactResistance Training - How To Use The Resistance That Will Come Up?Season 5 Candid Conversation
Date: 2/22/2024
Title: Resistance Training - How To Use The Resistance That Will Come Up?
Direct Impact with Andrea Epting Podcast- Powered by Lightning in a Bottle (LIAB)
To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Make sure you’ve listened to Andrea’s episode on Body Betrayal: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/direct-impact/id1584866018?i=1000565284386
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resource...
2024-02-2213 min
Direct ImpactDefusing emotionsSeason #5 Mindful Meditation
Guide: Andrea Epting
Join us twice a month for a bonus episode of Mindful Meditation. So, take a deep breath and sit with us for a few minutes while we practice meditation.
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Make sure you’ve listened to Andrea’s episode on Body Betra...
2024-02-1514 min
Direct ImpactStage Four: AlignmentSeason 5 Episode 16
Date: 2/13/2024
Title: Stage Four- Alignment
Hey Direct Impact Nation!
We’re diving into Andrea's Four Core Stages of healing from body betrayal. You did it! We are on the final stage of Andrea’s four core stages- alignment! Our goal is to get our head, heart, gut, and genitalia brains reconnected and reintegrated with one another. As we try to align these brains, we understand how there is a separation of body and self created by betrayal. Listen for the tasks of how we can create this alignment...
2024-02-1324 min
Direct ImpactI Need Others to Change TooSeason 5 Candid Conversation
Date: 2/8/2024
Title: I Need Others To Change To
Hi Direct Impact Nation!
Today Andrea and Gregory talk about how we may become more aware of our support networks, communities, and inner circles. How do we interact with others? Do we need to set boundaries or maybe have more self-compassion? What are you noticing about your relationships and how can these relationships better support your recovery and healing journey? Join this discussion and learn how others can be better supports for you and your journey.
2024-02-0817 min
Direct ImpactStage Three: RestorationSeason 5 Episode 15
Date: 2/6/2024
Title: Stage Three- Restoration
Hey Direct Impact Nation!
We’re diving into Andrea's Four Core Stages of healing from body betrayal. As we move along the stages, today we focus on restoration. Even though healing can be difficult and there have been many trials of pain and suffering, we have the ability to become better versions of ourselves. How do we do that? Check out the episode to learn how we create wholistic integrity.
If you missed the last episodes about the Four Co...
2024-02-0619 min
Direct ImpactPart of MeGuide: Andrea Epting
Join Andrea as she guides us through today’s meditation. Andrea helps us focus on the parts of us that may have faced body betrayal. Take a deep breath and focus on the body parts that need attention, focus, and healing. Each part of us needs time, love, and energy.
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2024-02-0117 min
Direct ImpactStage Two: ReleaseSeason 5 Episode 14
Date: 1/30/2024
Title: Stage Two- Release
Hey Direct Impact Nation!
We’re diving into Andrea's Four Core Stages of healing from body betrayal. Today’s episode is about the second core stage of release. Take a moment to notice where you are at in your healing journey; remember we cannot force our healing. In this stage we focus on the anger and negativity that we may still harbor even though we have established acceptance. We get curious and dig deeper even if we cannot force ourselves. Are you ready to...
2024-01-3016 min
Direct ImpactCandid Conversation: Exploring ForgivnessSeason 5 Candid Conversation
Date: 1/25/2024
Title: Exploring Forgiveness
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Make sure you’ve listened to Andrea’s episode on Body Betrayal: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/direct-impact/id1584866018?i=1000565284386
Links to "Stage One: Grieving the Loss"
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2024-01-2514 min
Direct ImpactStage One: Grieving The LossSeason 5 Episode 13
Date: 1/23/2024
Title: Stage One: Grieving The Loss
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Make sure you’ve listened to Andrea’s episode on Body Betrayal: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/direct-impact/id1584866018?i=1000565284386
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
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2024-01-2322 min
Direct ImpactMindful Meditation: Making Mindfulness your ownGuide: Lynne
Join Lynne in today’s Mindful Meditation as she guides us in mindfulness meditation. Take a deep breath, notice your posture, set an intention, and take a few minutes to be with us in this peaceful moment.
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2024-01-1816 min
Direct ImpactDirect Impact w/ Lisa SugarmanSeason #5
Date: 1/17/24
Episode Title: Direct Impact with Lisa Suagrman
Lisa Sugarman is a parenting author, a nationally syndicated columnist, a podcast host, and a survivor of suicide loss, losing her dad Jim at age ten. She’s also a passionate advocate for mental health awareness & suicide prevention and is a crisis counselor with The Trevor Project, supporting LGBTQ+ youth in crisis. Lisa writes the syndicated opinion column It Is What It Is and is the author of How To Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids And Be Ok With It, Untying Parent Anxiety, and L...
2024-01-1737 min
Direct ImpactAndrea's 4 Core StrategiesSeason 5 Episode 12
Date: 1/16/2024
Title: Andrea's 4 Core Strategies
Direct Impact with Andrea Epting Podcast- Powered by Lightning in a Bottle (LIAB)
To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Make sure you’ve listened to Andrea’s episode on Body Betrayal: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/direct-impact/id1584866018?i=1000565284386
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Pa...
2024-01-1626 min
Direct ImpactCandid Conversation: Dipping Into DiscomfortSeason 5 Candid Conversation
Date: 1/11/2024
Title: Dipping Into Discomfort
Direct Impact with Andrea Epting Podcast- Powered by Lightning in a Bottle (LIAB)
To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Make sure you’ve listened to Andrea’s episode on Body Betrayal: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/direct-impact/id1584866018?i=1000565284386
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidance Services’...
2024-01-1110 min
Direct ImpactEffective Treatments For Body BetrayalSeason 5 Episode 10
Date: 1/9/2024
Title: Effective Treatments For Body Betrayal
Direct Impact with Andrea Epting Podcast- Powered by Lightning in a Bottle (LIAB)
To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Make sure you’ve listened to Andrea’s episode on Body Betrayal: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/direct-impact/id1584866018?i=1000565284386
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidance...
2024-01-0916 min
Direct ImpactMindful Meditation: Fresh StartSeason #5 Mindful Meditation
Guide: Andrea Epting
Join us twice a month for a bonus episode of Mindful Meditation. So, take a deep breath and sit with us for a few minutes while we practice meditation.
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Make sure you’ve listened to Andrea’s episode on Body Betra...
2024-01-0417 min
Direct ImpactFamiliar SufferingSeason 5 Episode 10
Date: 1/2/2024
Title: Familiar Suffering
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
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Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
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2024-01-0215 min
Direct ImpactDirect Impact: Happy New YearSeason 5
Date: 1/01/2024
Title: Happy New Year
Direct Impact with Andrea Epting Podcast- Powered by Lightning in a Bottle (LIAB)
To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
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Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Pa...
2024-01-0121 min
Direct ImpactCandid Conversation: Why Food Is Not The FocusSeason 5 Candid Conversation
Date: 12/28/2023
Title: Why food is not the Focus
Direct Impact with Andrea Epting Podcast- Powered by Lightning in a Bottle (LIAB)
To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Make sure you’ve listened to Andrea’s episode on Body Betrayal: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/direct-impact/id1584866018?i=1000565284386
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidanc...
2023-12-2809 min
Direct ImpactSymptoms of Body BetrayalSeason 5 Episode 9
Date: 12/26/2023
Title: Symptoms of Body Betrayal
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Make sure you’ve listened to Andrea’s episode on Body Betrayal: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/direct-impact/id1584866018?i=1000565284386
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Pa...
2023-12-2620 min
Direct ImpactArtificial AcceptanceSeason 5 Episode 8
Date: 12/19/2023
Title: Artificial Acceptance
Direct Impact with Andrea Epting Podcast- Powered by Lightning in a Bottle (LIAB)
To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Make sure you’ve listened to Andrea’s episode on Body Betrayal: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/direct-impact/id1584866018?i=1000565284386
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Page https://www...
2023-12-1922 min
Direct ImpactCandid Conversation: Rebuilding RelationshipsSeason 5 Candid Conversation
Date: 12/14/2023
Title: Rebuilding Relationships
Direct Impact with Andrea Epting Podcast- Powered by Lightning in a Bottle (LIAB)
To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Make sure you’ve listened to Andrea’s episode on Body Betrayal: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/direct-impact/id1584866018?i=1000565284386
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Page https...
2023-12-1410 min
Direct Impact7 Signs of Maladaptive CopingSeason 5 Episode 7
Date: 12/12/2023
Title: 7 Signs of Maladaptive Coping
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Make sure you’ve listened to Andrea’s episode on Body Betrayal: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/direct-impact/id1584866018?i=1000565284386
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Pa...
2023-12-1225 min
Direct ImpactWhat do I do with all this Anger?Season 5 Episode 6
Date: 12/5/2023
Title: What do I do with all this Anger?
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Make sure you’ve listened to Andrea’s episode on Body Betrayal: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/direct-impact/id1584866018?i=1000565284386
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads U...
2023-12-0517 min
Direct ImpactIs This Just My New NormalSeason 5 Episode 5
Date: 11/28/2023
Title: Is This Just My New Normal
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Make sure you’ve listened to Andrea’s episode on Body Betrayal: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/direct-impact/id1584866018?i=1000565284386
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidan...
2023-11-2817 min
Direct ImpactMindful Meditation: Holiday ArmorSeason #5 Mindful Meditation
Guide: Andrea Epting
Join us twice a month for a bonus episode of Mindful Meditation. So, take a deep breath and sit with us for a few minutes while we practice meditation.
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz.
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Page https://www.hea...
2023-11-2316 min
Direct ImpactNegative Messages Received From Betrayal (implicit and explicit)Season 5 Episode 4
Date: 11/21/2023
Title: Negative Messages Received From Betrayal (implicit and explicit)
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Make sure you’ve listened to Andrea’s episode on Body Betrayal: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/direct-impact/id1584866018?i=1000565284386
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up...
2023-11-2118 min
Direct Impact5 Ways Body Betrayal Wreaks Havoc On RelationshipsSeason 5 Episode 3
Date: 11/14/2023
Title: 5 Ways Body Betrayal Wreaks Havoc On Relationships
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Make sure you’ve listened to Andrea’s episode on Body Betrayal: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/direct-impact/id1584866018?i=1000565284386
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up...
2023-11-1415 min
Direct ImpactAn Assault Against Identity and SexualitySeason 5 Episode 2
Date: 11/9/2023
Title: An Assault Against Identity and Sexuality
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Make sure you’ve listened to Andrea’s episode on Body Betrayal: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/direct-impact/id1584866018?i=1000565284386
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidance...
2023-11-0916 min
Direct ImpactMindful Meditation: How To Be StillSeason #5 Mindful Meditation
Guide: Andrea Epting
Join us twice a month for a bonus episode of Mindful Meditation. So, take a deep breath and sit with us for a few minutes while we practice meditation.
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz.
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Page https://www.hea...
2023-11-0814 min
Direct ImpactAccepting My Abuse (neglect, over-indulgence, and deprivation)Season 5 Episode 1
Date: 11/7/2023
Title: Accepting My Abuse (Neglect, Over-Indulgence, and Deprivation)
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Make sure you’ve listened to Andrea’s episode on Body Betrayal: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/direct-impact/id1584866018?i=1000565284386
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidan...
2023-11-0718 min
Direct ImpactBest of: Mindful Meditation (Rebroadcast)A Rebroadcast of our best episodes of Season 4
Mindful Meditation
Guide: Andrea Epting
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Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Page https://www.headsupsavannah.org/resources
Find Andrea at her practice, and check out her upcoming workshops!
Resolve Strategies, Inc. htt...
2023-10-1815 min
Direct ImpactMindful Meditation w/ AndreaSeason #4 Mindful Meditation
Guide: Andrea Epting
Join us twice a month for a bonus episode of Mindful Meditation. So, take a deep breath and sit with us for a few minutes while we practice meditation.
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz.
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Page https://www.hea...
2023-08-2312 min
Direct ImpactMindful Meditation w/ AndreaSeason #4 Mindful Meditation
Guide: Andrea Epting
Join us twice a month for a bonus episode of Mindful Meditation. So, take a deep breath and sit with us for a few minutes while we practice meditation.
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz.
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Page https://www.hea...
2023-06-2113 min
Direct ImpactMindful Meditation w/ AndreaSeason #4 Mindful Meditation
Guide: Andrea Epting
Join us twice a month for a bonus episode of Mindful Meditation. So, take a deep breath and sit with us for a few minutes while we practice meditation.
Direct Impact with Andrea Epting Podcast- Powered by Lightning in a Bottle (LIAB)
To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz.
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Page https://www.hea...
2023-05-3112 min
Direct ImpactAndrea - Mindful Meditation
Season #4 Mindful Meditation
Guide: Andrea Epting
Join us twice a month for a bonus episode of Mindful Meditation. So, take a deep breath and sit with us for a few minutes while we practice meditation.
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.lightninginabottle.biz.
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2023-05-0322 min
Direct ImpactAndrea's EASY AcronymSeason 3 Episode 14
1/22/2022 - Andrea's EASY Acronym
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.directimpactmedia.com or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Page https://www.headsupsavannah.org/resources
Find Andrea at her practice, and check out her upcoming workshops!
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2023-01-2218 min
Strong Christian FemaleEp 105: How to Help Protect Your Kids from Addiction (with Andrea Epting, CPCS)Andrea Epting is a practicing, Licensed Professional Counselor and psychotherapist in Savannah, Georgia specializing in process addictions (addictions that are not chemical/drug-based). She is also the host of the Direct Impact Podcast and mother of two teens. Her passion is helping teens and adults overcome many life challenges including addiction. In this episode - done for The America Unchained Project - we talk about guarding kids against potential addiction.You can find Andrea's Podcast HERE. The book mentioned by Andrea - "Irresistible: The Rise of Addictive Technology and the Business of Keeping...
2023-01-1329 min
Direct ImpactBody Betrayal (Rebroadcast)Direct Impact, join us as we discuss what Body Betrayal is.
In this episode, we discuss the losses faced with body betrayal and how we relate to our bodies. Andrea discusses how we can grieve the loss(es) that company body betrayal, and she also shares her personal story of facing Body Betrayal. She shares the physical, emotional, and mental difficulties she faced during this period of her life.
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2022-10-0940 min
Direct ImpactBoundaries (Rebroadcast)Direct Impact with Andrea Epting
Licensed Professional Counselor, Masters Addiction Counselor, and Certified Sex Therapist
Season 2 Episode 11
Airs 6/26/22 (Re-Airs 9/24/2022): Boundaries
Episode Summary
Direct Impact Nation, let’s discuss the importance of boundaries…..boundaries are the rules and limits we set for ourselves within relationships. Where do you start? How do you set them? How do you communicate them? How do you hold them?
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To jo...
2022-09-2526 min
Direct ImpactBonus Episode: Season 2 Wrap UpDirect Impact with Andrea Epting
Licensed Professional Counselor, Masters Addiction Counselor, and Certified Sex Therapist
Season 2 Episode 27
Air Date: 9/22/22
Episode Title: Season 2 Behind the Scenes/Meet the Team
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2022-09-2214 min
Direct ImpactMind Tricks pt. 2Direct Impact with Andrea Epting
Licensed Professional Counselor, Masters Addiction Counselor, and Certified Sex Therapist
Season 2 Episode 26
9/18: Mind Tricks pt 2
Episode Summary
Welcome back everyone - Let’s continue down our list of mind tricks to use when we find ourselves disregulated or leaning into old, unwanted behaviors.
Episode Highlights:
Opposite action - Doing the opposite action of what we are craving
Doesn’t have to be the complete opposite, can just be a better choice
Make a big deal of it
Create...
2022-09-1817 min
Direct ImpactAlexithymia (Bonus Episode)Direct Impact with Andrea Epting
Licensed Professional Counselor, Masters Addiction Counselor, and Certified Sex Therapist
Season 2 Episode 24
9/7: Alexithymia
Episode Summary
Alexithymia: A personality trait characterized by being unable to recognize or notice feelings as well as being unable to communicate them.
Episode Highlights:
Earlier in the season, we discussed how our feelings are not facts
brought many questions - What are feelings? How do I process them? Where do I start?
When you can put your energy and focus into your embo...
2022-09-0709 min
Direct ImpactWhy I Do What I Do When I Don't Want To Do ItDirect Impact with Andrea Epting
Licensed Professional Counselor, Masters Addiction Counselor, and Certified Sex Therapist
Season 2 Episode 23
9/4: Why I do What I do When I don't Want to do it
Episode Summary
Let’s talk about why we engage in damaging behaviors, the ones we are aware of and want to stop but just can’t seem to.
Episode Highlights:
My heart and soul says no
Aware of damage and consequences that doing said action brings, but still participa...
2022-09-0415 min
Direct ImpactTrauma Sensitive Yoga w/ Kierstin GrahamDirect Impact with Andrea Epting
Licensed Professional Counselor, Masters Addiction Counselor, and Certified Sex Therapist
Episode Summary
Our passions sometimes give purposes to our pasts. Direct Impact Nation, join us as we welcome Kiersten Graham, a trauma informed yoga teacher. Kiersten explains the importance of the mind and body connection and seeks to provide a safe space for individuals to discover what is going on in their bodies, without fear of judgment. In this episode, we discuss the importance of blending movement with mental health awareness. Direct Impact Nation, h...
2022-08-2826 min
Direct ImpactStage of Change (Answers with Andrea)Direct Impact with Andrea Epting
Licensed Professional Counselor, Masters Addiction Counselor, and Certified Sex Therapist
Episode Summary
Join Andrea, as she answers a question that directly impacts listeners in this mini-episode. “When do you know that someone is ready for recovery?” Andrea covers the stages individuals go through from a clinical perspective, as they begin their recovery journey and begin the process of changing those unwanted behaviors.
Episode Outline: We discuss addiction, the stages of change when individuals seek help and begin their journey to recovery...
2022-08-2114 min
Direct ImpactWithdrawal in Early RecoveryDirect Impact with Andrea Epting
Licensed Professional Counselor, Masters Addiction Counselor, and Certified Sex Therapist
Season 2 Episode 20
Episode SummaryDirect Impact Nation, this week Andrea explains the struggles individuals face in the earlystages of recovery. Andrea highlights the effects of withdrawal and reveals the importance ofaccountability and boundaries during this time. Join us as we unpack the multifaceted processof recovery: How can you get through it? Or, how can you as a family member, be of bestsupport to a loved one...
2022-08-1426 min
Direct ImpactRituals and RoutinesDirect Impact with Andrea Epting
Licensed Professional Counselor, Masters Addiction Counselor, and Certified Sex Therapist
Season #2 Episode #19 Rituals and Routines
Air Date: 8/7/2022
Episode Summary
Direct Impact Nation, this week Andrea explores the importance of rituals, routines, daily practices and hangups. We are creatures of habit. We create neural pathways based on practices, healthy or unhealthy.
Episode Highlights:
Routines - AM and PM routines: healthy practices - doesn’t need to take more than 15-20 minutes so it’s maintainabl...
2022-08-0820 min
Direct ImpactStinking Thinking (Bonus Episode)Direct Impact with Andrea Epting
Licensed Professional Counselor, Masters Addiction Counselor, and Certified Sex Therapist
Season 2 Episode 18
“Stinking Thinking” Bonus Episode - Airs on 08/03
Episode Summary:
Direct Impact Nation, join Andrea as we become mindful of our stinking thinking and the addict voice. Let's dive into those negative cognitions that fuel our stinking thinking so that we can identify it, heal, and grow the recovery voice to a volume we can depend on.
Episode Outline: We talk about negative t...
2022-08-0312 min
Direct ImpactRewriting your Story. Become your own HeroGreetings Direct Impact Nation. Listen in while Andrea Epting covers the important topic of Rewriting your Story.
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2022-07-2419 min
Direct ImpactPeople Set Boundaries Because They CAREWe previously broke down how to set boundaries in episode 11, let's take it back a step and talk about when and why...
Episode Highlights:
1. Ingredients of a boundary: Clear, Assertive, Relevant, Explicit
2. When to set boundaries - when repeated interactions result in negative emotions (being unloveable, resentful, defeated, guilty, taken advantage of)
- Leave you feeling dysregulated - outside of window of tolerance of emotion (move into fight, flight, or freeze and appease)
- When I interact with ___, do I walk away feeling energized/positive/supported or discomforted/dis-eased...
2022-07-1722 min
Direct ImpactLanguageGreetings Direct Impact Nation. Listen to Andrea Epting weigh in on Language, the importance of speaking the right language, and it's affect on your life.
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Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources: Heads Up Guidance Services' Resources Page http://www.headsupsavannah.org/resources
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2022-07-1027 min
Direct ImpactSpeak Your TruthGreetings Direct Impact. Listen in to a bonus episode of Andrea Epting speaking on "Speak Your Truth".
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Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources: Heads Up Guidance Services' Resources Page http://www.headsupsavannah.org/resources
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2022-07-0813 min
Direct ImpactMake Yourself The MissionWelcome, Everyone! Meet Theo.
We often talk about the inevitable experiences of change. Many changes are out of our control, but today we will focus on one of the most powerful changes we can choose to make - to make ourselves, our happiness and success, our number one mission.
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2022-07-0334 min
Direct ImpactBoundariesDirect Impact Nation, let's discuss the importance of boundaries.....boundaries are the rules and limits we set for ourselves within relationships. Where do you start? How do you set them? How do you communicate them? How do you hold them?
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2022-06-2626 min
Direct ImpactSpiritual ResiliencyWhat does your spiritual practice look like? What does it mean for you? Let's look at how building healthy spiritual practices allow us to feel supported and cared for which in turn builds resiliency and trust in our relationships with others, ourselves, and powers greater than us.
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2022-06-2014 minDirect ImpactBuilding ResilienceWe as people are constantly faced with hard feelings, situations, and decisions. When we get knocked down, and we will, it is time to engage one of our most crucial mental muscles, our resiliency.
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2022-06-1327 minDirect ImpactFeelings Aren’t FactsDirect Impact Nation, join Andrea Epting as we explore this important theme. Feelings are not facts. Oftentimes, we place this heavy weight on a feeling and convince ourselves it is the truth. This irrational thought process leads to unwanted emotions and behaviors that can negatively impact ourselves and others. Listen, as Andrea distinguishes feelings from fact and addresses how to remedy mistaking one for the other.
Episode Outline: We discuss the distinction between feeling and fact, negative and irrational thought processes, and identifying the origin of our feelings.
I. Feelings aren't facts.
II...
2022-06-0215 minDirect ImpactBreath and BodyDirect Impact Podcast
Season 2 Episode 6: Body and Breath
5/29/2022
Summary:
Hello Direct Impact Nation! Today we will be meeting Margaret Locovozzi to discuss some of the wonderful benefits of incorporating the practice of yoga into our lives. Yoga helps to bring our energy and attention to the moment, out of our thoughts, and back into our bodies through focusing on our breath. We are reminded that yoga, much like recovery, is a way of life and that our practices will forever be evolving. In this episode, we will talk about the meanings...
2022-05-2927 min
Direct ImpactEager for and Accepting of GraceDirect Impact Nation, join Andrea this week as we discover what it means to be on a road to recovery, and cross the finish line to acceptance of grace. Oftentimes, our minds pull us in the direction away from sitting with our feelings–but we must acknowledge the hurt and be present in the pain in order to move forward. Direct Impact Nation be eager for grace, because it will come to you. You are not broken and you are not alone, let’s begin to thank our recovery for the opportunity it provides us to build our character and...
2022-05-2218 minDirect ImpactPerfectionism & Black and White ThinkingDirect Impact Nation, let's do a deep dive into perfectionism and truly dissect the intrusive thoughts and behaviors of the perfectionist mindset. Join Andrea as she draws from her clinical and personal experiences with this issue to help others clear the inability to think clearly, dissolve limiting beliefs, and set attainable goals.
To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.directimpactmedia.com or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com.
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Page https://www.headsupsavannah.org/re...
2022-05-1522 minDirect ImpactFriendly With (Perceived) FailureLet’s change our vocabulary to eliminate the word failure, and replace it with an opportunity for growth and readjustment. Our brains are hardwired to learn from our mistakes. We make decisions based on the information we have at the time. So, Direct Impact Nation, join Andrea this week as we dive into trusting ourselves, and adjusting our mindset to become thankful for our mistakes and lose the fear around perceived failure.
To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.directimpactmedia.com or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com.
Get mo...
2022-05-0818 minDirect ImpactRealistic ExpectationsDirect Impact Nation, let’s talk about the importance of having realistic expectations and grace for yourself and the people around you, especially early in the recovery process. Join Andrea as she addresses the significance of being mindful and aware of your expectations, for yourself and others, in this mini episode.
To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.directimpactmedia.com or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com.
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2022-05-0812 minDirect ImpactGetting Back up After a SlipMeet Madeline Schaver – a licensed clinical social worker in the Savannah area specializing in mood disorders, disordered eating, addiction and recovery both chemical and behavioral–as she joins Direct Impact Nation this week in addressing the recovery process.
To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.directimpactmedia.com or email Andrea at directimpactae@gmail.com.
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:
Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Page https://www.headsupsavannah.org/resources
Find Andrea at her practice, and check out her upcoming workshops!
...
2022-05-0135 minDirect ImpactMind Body Connection (Rebroadcast)Rebroadcast of Episode 12 "Mind Body Connection"
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.directimpactmedia.com or email us at directimpactae@gmail.com
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Page https://www.headsupsavannah.org/resources
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2022-04-2422 minDirect ImpactRecovery Answers With Andrea (Rebroadcast)Rebroadcast of Episode 3 "Recovery Answers With Andrea"
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.directimpactmedia.com or email us at directimpactae@gmail.com
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Page https://www.headsupsavannah.org/resources
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2022-04-1706 minDirect ImpactBarriers To Treatment (Rebroadcast)Rebroadcast of Episode 2 "Barriers To Treatment"
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.directimpactmedia.com or email us at directimpactae@gmail.com
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Page https://www.headsupsavannah.org/resources
Find Andrea at her practice, and check out her upcoming workshops!Resolve Strategies, Inc. https://www.resolvestrategiesinc.com/staff
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2022-04-1025 minDirect ImpactWhen It Rains It Pours (Rebroadcast)Rebroadcast of Episode 4 "When It Rains It Pours"
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.directimpactmedia.com or email us at directimpactae@gmail.com
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Page https://www.headsupsavannah.org/resources
Find Andrea at her practice, and check out her upcoming workshops!Resolve Strategies, Inc. https://www.resolvestrategiesinc.com/staff
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2022-04-0307 minDirect ImpactWho I Am (Rebroadcast)Rebroadcast of Episode 1 "Who I Am"
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To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.directimpactmedia.com or email us at directimpactae@gmail.com
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Page https://www.headsupsavannah.org/resources
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2022-03-2718 minDirect ImpactIt's Official...Season 2 is Coming!Direct Impact with Andrea Epting Podcast- Powered by Lightning in a Bottle (LIAB)
To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.directimpactmedia.com or email us at directimpactae@gmail.com
Get more insight from Andrea with her free resources:Heads Up Guidance Services’ Resource Page https://www.headsupsavannah.org/resources
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2022-03-2010 minDirect ImpactInformation is NOT TransformationDirect Impact Nation, let us debunk the myth that information can transform us. Knowledge is important, but it does NOT always lead to change. Instead, it can actually fuel denial, harm to self, and manipulation of others. Change occurs when we come from a place of surrender. Ever heard of the saying the only way out is through? Well, this rings true for the journey of transformation and our life’s journey as well. We must learn to sit in the discomfort and the emotions in order to spring us into action. Direct Impact Nation, join us as we dif...
2022-03-1322 minDirect ImpactThe Dangers of Becoming a Human DoingDo you ever fall victim to feeling your self worth is dependent upon your accomplishments? Do you struggle with doing more for others than for yourself? Then Direct Impact Nation, this episode is for you! Join Andrea as she dives into the difference between being a human doing versus being a human being. Let us learn to attune to ourselves and just “be” so that we can live a truly fulfilled life in which we take time for ourselves and do the things human beings were created to do.
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2022-03-0617 minDirect ImpactWhat Is Enough?Direct Impact Nation, join Andrea in the journey of self discovery as we unpack the hamster wheel mindset of “What is enough?” Andrea draws from her personal and professional experiences to explain how to identify negative core beliefs and cognitions. Oftentimes unresolved traumas manifest in negative self talk and thought processes. This mindset can be remedied through the hard work of getting to know yourself and acknowledging your own needs. Join Andrea this week to investigate these negative thought patterns and learn what it means to become a human being instead of a human doing.
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2022-02-2723 minDirect ImpactAvoidanceDirect Impact Nation, listen as your host Andrea Epting dives into a topic that directly impacts us all: Avoidance. The brain is hardwired to protect us from pain, whether that be emotional, perceived, or physical. Let’s identify together the common scenarios of avoidance so we can better understand how it shows up in your life, and work together to avoid the negative impacts it creates.
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2022-02-2312 minDirect ImpactHuman Doing vs. Human BeingMeet Alex Tobar, police officer for over 26 years and current captain of the South Side precinct in Savannah. Alex has worked across many platforms in law enforcement including crime prevention, bike patrol, crime suppression, robbery, homicide, internal affairs, and more. He has commanded a precinct as well as a training unit and consults for the international association for chiefs of police, and travels across the country to teach police departments leadership skills. Listen, as Alex draws from his experiences to share about the mental health needs of first responders with Direct Impact Nation.
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2022-02-2027 min
Direct ImpactEverybody Needs TherapyDirect Impact Nation this episode is about inclusion. Andrea explains why everyone can benefit from therapy. Life is full of large and small traumas and therapy can mean the difference between moving forward and stalling under the burden. Find out how mental health providers gather information to better serve you and what to do when the therapeutic relationship is not a good fit! We are all in this together!
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2022-02-1317 minDirect ImpactWhat Is Compulsivity?You might ask yourself whether a friend, family member, or coworker has a problem with compuslive behavior? Perhaps you want to better understand your diagnosis or that of someone you know. Listen and discover what it means to have a pathological relationship with things like: food, sex, or gambling. Find out how even emotional expression can result in compulsivity. Don’t fear, however, because mental health treatment with a trained professional can offer freedom from these undesired behaviors. This episode might give you your life back!
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2022-02-0616 minDirect ImpactControl Verses Loss of ControlThere was a time that Janet Jackson realized she didn’t have enough, and she made an album about it. Of course, we’re talking about Control! No matter how much you have or want, this episode introduces listeners to the art of discernment. Discerning whether one’s loss of control signifies addictive behavior or relief from a maladaptive coping style takes an objective other. The counseling process offers that objectivity, and preserves relationships that can be healthy forms of support.
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2022-01-3020 minDirect ImpactValidationValidation is a wonderful pat on the back, but Andrea wants the Direct Impact Nation to be wary of developing a compulsive need! Friends, followers, and likes may feel good in the moment, but they can stir you from a grounded place of self-confidence, self-efficacy, and an appreciation of what makes us all unique. Listen up folks, and build a solid foundation from which to grow!
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2022-01-2607 minDirect ImpactDialectical Behavioral Therapy With AliaLicensed Associate Professional Counselor Alia Carata of Resolve Strategies explains Dialectical Behavior Therapy today. This is your chance to learn about the elements that make up this evidence-based modality. See how it benefits individual and group therapy, and understand what types of groups are right for you or your loved ones.
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2022-01-2322 minDirect ImpactTraumatic GrowthSome of the world’s most treasured stories are about traumatized people reflecting on their experiences and giving back to others. Whether it is what Andrea calls a “Big T” trauma followed by clinical diagnoses like Acute Stress Disorder and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or a collection of “Little T” traumas over time, you have fertile ground for transformation. This can be the day your story changes to one of healing, empowerment, and role definition. Those that take the time and hard work to process trauma with trained professionals reap opportunities to help others. How will your traumatic growth help those...
2022-01-1608 minDirect ImpactCompare & DespairDirect Impact Nation, taking a minute and ask yourself what comparisons fuel your decision-making? In this episode, Andrea sharply warns against the dangers of comparison. Listen and ask yourself what mental health symptoms can be traced back to comparing ourselves to others. This episode explains why we must stop running internal races. It is the clarion call to quit orienting your wonderful and unique self to a “less-than” mindset!
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2022-01-1207 minDirect ImpactToxic ShameDirect Impact Nation, today Andrea invites counselor Kelly Long for a deep dive into toxic shame. See how its roots penetrate the family, school, healthcare, and community systems. Understand that toxic shame not guilt lurks behind addiction. You’ve been working hard, but trained professionals can create a safe place for authentic expression. Not sure if you have toxic shame? Andrea clues us into the language behind it. This episode is shelter from the “should” storm!
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2022-01-0918 minDirect ImpactInner CriticIn this episode Andrea discusses the Inner Critic with Christine Lucas, a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia. Listen as two mental health professionals share their individual perspectives on how to go toe to toe with that critical voice inside one’s self and come out a winner. Andrea and Christine help listeners adopt a powerful and compassionate strategy that is actually fun to put into action. If you can wonder, you can win against self-defeating thoughts. You’ve had it in you all along!
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2022-01-0212 minDirect ImpactMind Body ConnectionDirect Impact Nation, take a deep breath and find yourself on the bridge between mind and body. Andrea welcomes wellness educator and Certified Emotions Mentor Coach Emily Polonus to the podcast. Like most of us, Emily explains how listening to her body’s cues didn’t come naturally. Find out how Emily moved from unhealthy habits to thriving on intuition. What does she mean by the body’s weather? Andrea and Emily discuss psychotherapy, Yoga, Acupuncture, and more for an integrative approach to wellness.
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2022-01-0122 minDirect ImpactCommunityDirect Impact Nation, your definition of community matters. In this episode Andrea shares what community means to her. Find out how Andrea’s compassionate but honest look at her home town of Savannah,Georgia can help you do the same. Andrea identifies three vulnerable populations in all of our localities and stresses the critical steps necessary to meet their needs. Join us and get clarity on your community’s barriers to sobriety, recovery, and support. Listen and look closely at aging systems that need you breathing life and equity into them. Most importantly, listen as Andrea cites the direct impa...
2021-12-1918 minDirect ImpactWhy AM I Not Further Along?Do you have a worry that you should be further in your healing process? This episode looks at outcome measures. What are they, and how do you know which one is right for you? Andrea explains why having reasonable expectations are so important on the healing journey. Here how your neuropathways are like a “well worn path”. Learn the steps it takes to metaphorically redirect and create new paths. Direct Impact Nation, there are no magic wands other than your day-to-day decisions. Keep an accountability list on the fridge, and stay connected to others on the same journey! Tune in f...
2021-12-1207 minDirect ImpactHere and NowDirect Impact Nation, are you here? I mean here right now? There is so much power in the present moment. Embracing the present means that your experiences are less weighed down by the past and less rattled by the future. Holding this much power takes practice, and this is your invitation to start. Now.
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2021-12-0509 minDirect ImpactResentmentsDirect Impact Nation, I do not want you to be held back by one of the sneakiest character defects: Resentment. Once resentment corners you, it changes your motivations. It whispers falsities like hurting others will help you heal. Join me as I share the real roadblocks put up by resentment. See its contagion. Do not be hoodwinked by resentment, and do not be trapped by the avoidance behaviors it spawns! Join me and be empowered!
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2021-12-0108 minDirect ImpactThe Spiritual Element: Pastor Kenny GrantDirect Impact Nation, let Andrea introduce you to one of Savannah, Georgia’s leading influencers. As he says, “I like to influence the influencers.” Pastor Kenny Grant is the Senior Pastor at Calvary Baptist Church right here in Andrea’s hometown. How did this former U.S. Marine Drill Instructor go from transforming people into Marines at Parris Island in South Carolina to transforming one congregation after another? Join Andrea and Pastor Kenny. Find out what he sees as the three mental health struggles that he calls, “Corrosive to the person.” Find out why Andrea thinks curiosity should go hand in hand...
2021-11-2827 minDirect ImpactHappy Thanksgiving!To join the discussion and be part of our online community visit www.directimpactmedia.com or email us at directimpactae@gmail.com
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Andrea is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Masters Addiction Counselor, and Certified Sex Therapist
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2021-11-2506 minDirect ImpactUmbrellas In the RainWhen it rains it pours, and this episode asks you to seriously evaluate your umbrella! Andrea identifies how to make sure your support system is specific to your needs. How can you tell when you’ve outgrown your umbrella? This episode clues you into factors that make your support system less effective. Chucking members of your support system that no longer fit the bill is an important part of every recovery experience. Direct Impact Nation, it rains at all hours. Keep your umbrellas handy! Be ready, so you can be impactful!
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2021-11-2108 minDirect ImpactWhen It Rains It PoursDirect Impact Nation, I bet you say this all the time: When it rains it pours! Or how about, “Things come in threes.” In this episode, Andrea looks at the validity of these sayings and asks you to chime in on the subject. Do they feel true, or do you have another tale to tell? Enjoy this anecdotal adventure into how language intersects with our lives. Tell us what factors you think are at play when “Big T Traumas” act like life’s dominos. Oh, and do join the conversation about how negative head space can really make shifts hit the fa...
2021-11-1407 minDirect ImpactRecovery - Answers With AndreaThis episode of Answers with Andrea answers the listener question, “What do you mean when you say “Recovery?” She’s got the answer! Direct Impact Nation, listen and understand the role recovery might play in your lives and how participation in its key elements benefits not only those in active addiction, but anyone working a program toward health and healing. Let this episode meet you where you and decide what steps you are going to take moving forward.
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