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The Faculty Circle: Wellness MattersRelocating to New LocationWelcome to the circle! Let’s talk about relocating and adjusting. In this episode Dr. Michelle Dejonette joins the circle to share strategies she found helpful in ensuring mental wellness when relocating to a new city or state to teach. I’d love to hear from you. Email your suggestions on topics of interest to Nicole.arkadie@csusb.edu2024-04-0126 minThe Faculty Circle: Wellness MattersFeeling The Pressure to ProduceWelcome to the circle! Let’s talk about getting it done, like Nike said “Just Do It.” In this episode I discuss strategies to address the pressure you feel to produce publications so it doesn’t cause mental unrest. I’d like to hear from you. Please email topic requests to Nicole.Arkadie@csusb.edu2024-03-1125 min
Dr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Manage Your Stress Levels During ThanksgivingAs we enter into the Fall months and getting prepared for Thanksgiving many of us can feel overwhelmed, stressed, sad, lonely, and burned out. In this episode I discuss different strategies you can use to decrease your stress level with these Thanksgiving wellness tips.
You can Visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com and If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.2023-11-2029 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!It's Time To Let Go Moms!Having adult children can tough and a difficult transition for mom to accept and or manage. I talk about the difficult transition from childhood to adult hood and offer some strategies for moms to use to make it less painful and smoother.
You can Visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com and If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.
2023-10-3023 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!When Things Don't Go As Planned: PivotLife doesn't always go as planned for us so it's important to learn how to change direction. To access the skill of pivoting to avoid experiencing metal and emotional distress. In this episode I share some strategies on how to shift the mindset. You'll hear some of my experiences and how they've helped me to pivot in life.
You can Visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com and If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for...2023-10-1727 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Combatting Imposter SyndromeI interviewed Lashana West who is a mindset coach and business therapist. We delved into the subject of imposter syndrome. She provided some great insight and strategies on how to combat imposter syndrome. You can connect with Lashana on social media @lashanawest for more information about her services. You can visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com to gain more information about the upcoming You Matter Too Moms Empowerment Summit. If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed...2023-10-0228 minThe Faculty Circle: Wellness MattersJuggling Multiple Roles: Don’t Loose Your MindIn this episode of the Faculty Circle: Wellness Matters I welcomed Dr. Rachel Keener to the circle. We discussed the challenges of successfully juggling multiple roles and strategies faculty and staff can use to find a healthy balance. I’d like to hear from you. Please send all topic requests to Nicole.arkadie@csusb.edu.2023-10-0235 minThe Faculty Circle: Wellness MattersLessons Learned: Things I Wish I Knew As a New Faculty MemberDr. Kendra Flores-Carter, an Associate Professor at California Baptist University joined me in the circle as we discussed lessons she learned and wish she new as a new faculty member six years ago. She provided some great strategies for new faculty to implement to reduce their anxiety and stress levels and maintains their mental wellness. I’d love to hear from you and any requests you have for topics to be covered. You can email me at Nicole.arkadie@csusb.edu2023-09-1836 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!It's Okay. You Are EnoughHow many of you mom every feel guilty for taking time for yourself? Do you ever feel like no matter what you do, it isn't enough? Well during this episode I address these issues and more and ways to move forward away from the mom/mommy guilt and feelings of inadequacy we sometimes feel. You can visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com to gain more information about the upcoming You Matter Too Moms Empowerment Summit. If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick...2023-09-1827 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Dealing With Perimenopause & It’s SymptomsIn this episode I talk about perimenopause, it’s symptoms and how they can affect you. I normalize PM and discuss how you are not alone. You can visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com to gain more information about the upcoming You Matter Too Moms Empowerment Summit. If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.2023-09-0424 minThe Faculty Circle: Wellness MattersPhysical WellnessDr. Mark Reed, HCA Program Director & Assistant Professor at The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences joined me in the circle. Dr. Reds spoke about his weight loss journey and how loosing over 210lbs helped his mental wellness, enhanced his engagement with staff and students. Listen to find out the different strategies he employed. I’d like to hear from you, email me all your requests for topics to discuss surround wellness at Nicole.arkadie@csusb.edi2023-09-0432 minThe Faculty Circle: Wellness MattersTapping into Spirituality Helps Reduce Stress Levels & Enhance Personal Well-Being.Associate Professor Nicole Henley joined me in the circle to provide her experiences and suggestions on how using spirituality as a resource helps her mental wellness and makes her a more effective faculty. I’d love to hear from you and any requests you have for topics to be covered. You can email me at Nicole.arkadie@csusb.edu2023-08-2133 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Don't Let Fear Stop You From Buying a HomeIn this episode I interview Xandrea Garay, real estate agent and mom of two. She provided great insight into the types of fear that prevent individuals from moving forward with becoming a home owner. She offers some great resources to help with easing the fear of home ownership and assisting you in being successful in purchasing a home. You can contact Xandrea at www.linktr.eexxgaray20 or her social media handles @xgaray20realestate You can Visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com and If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aaonlineacademy.org...2023-08-2127 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Getting Through Back-2-School Blues & StressGetting prepared for your kids to head back to school causes a lot of stress, tension, and can make a mom feel overwhelmed. I discuss ways to reduce your tension levels while maintaining your sanity. Visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com and If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/ where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.2023-08-0924 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Surviving The Summer With Your KidsKids love when the school year ends and the summer months begin. Unfortunately, it can be exhausting, tiring, and overwhelming for moms. The need to keep your kids engaged or find childcare for them during the summer months can cause emotional distress. I share some of my challenges and how I overcame them and learned how to thrive during the summer months. If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/ where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.
2023-07-1822 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Protect Your Peace No Matter What!Peace is a word that means something different to each person. I have found that having peace is pivotal to experiencing mental wellness. Sometimes there are things and people who disrupt your peace. I discuss ways to ensure you maintain your peace of mind. If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/ where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.2023-07-0526 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Healing Yourself After Trauma: Practical Strategies To UseThis episode I interviewed Ariel Macon-Richard a Licensed Clinical Therapist who has over 16 years in the field of Social and Behavioral Sciences. She is the new author of “The Power in Choosing You: A Women’s Guilt Free Guide to Self-Care” book that’s available on Amazon. You can reach Ariel at www.yourhappylivingsolutions.com. If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/ where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.2023-06-1944 minThe Faculty Circle: Wellness MattersWe Made It: The End of Academic YearAs many of us wind down for the summer break. I discuss some important things for us to do and focus on. I summarize how the school year and semester has been with some key take aways. I will be taking a break during the summer and new podcast episodes will air when the new school year resume in August of 2023. 2023-06-0621 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!How childhood trauma can impact you as an adultThis episode I interview Dr. Sandra Wilkerson, Licensed Mental Health Therapist about the topic of childhood trauma and how it can impact you as an adult. She provides information on the links between child trauma and current behaviors in an adult. She offers insight on ways to manage your trauma. If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/ where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.2023-06-0528 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Activate Your Oxytocin Levels: That Feel Good Hormone By Doing Random Acts of KindnessDid you know that doing random acts of kindness and generosity for others can help you feel good? It releases the oxytocin hormone in your body and causes you to feel warm, fuzzy, and happy. Simply watching someone perform a random act of kindness towards another person releases oxytocin hormone into your body and makes you feel good. That's why you find yourself smiling when you witness a kind gesture or act. I discus different strategies and activities you can do to help increase your oxytocin levels and I discuss the different effects of this natural hormone. Be kind and...2023-05-3130 min
Dr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Failure to Plan, Is Planning to Fail: The Emotional Connection to Our FinancesThis episode I invited special guest Christina Mobley who is an Investment Broker and Advisor to speak to us about the understanding our financial goals. She provided concrete information about specific strategies we can use to ensure we have a plan for our financial present and future needs. She discussed the challenges that many of us face with our lack of knowledge surrounding investing and financial planning. You can contact Christian at (407) 298-3940 or via email at Christinamobley@primerica.com.
If you want additional resources to assist you in personal and professional development then visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com...2023-05-0138 min
The Faculty Circle: Wellness MattersSleep Isn’t All That Important Right?It's important to ensure you are able to function well and in the circle I discuss how sleep aides in our wellness and how not getting an adequate amount leads to dysfunction.2023-05-0121 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Let’s Practice Self-Rescue:Prioritize You***BONUS EPIOSDE***Moms. You are used to taking care of everyone else's needs, often at the expense of your own. It is important to make yourself a priority without feeling guilty about it. If you fall off of the boat into the ocean, you have to pull yourself up into the boat first and then reach back to help someone else. Self-Rescuing is placing the life jacket on yourself first. I discuss the term self-rescue and provide examples on how to achieve the goal of mental wellness. You can visit my website www.drnicolearkadie.com to obtain an eBook copy...2023-04-2426 minThe Faculty Circle: Wellness MattersIncorporating Mindfulness Into Your Routine HelpsWith some many tasks, duties, and responsibilities that faculty are tasked with, it's not surprising that you may feel a little scatter brained or stressed at times. I invited special guest Maggie Curry- Chui who is a full-time professor at Johnson Community College into the circle. She is completing a fellowship in faculty development where she addresses the mental health needs of staff. She offers a unique perspective on how being mindful of your own needs actually helps the work that you do in the classroom and beyond. She talks about how to incorporate a mindfulness strategy that will help...2023-04-1754 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!It’s Mental: Relieving Stress on The BrainIn this episode I spoke with Lisa Campbell who is an RN and Mindset Coach about the impact stress has on our brains and as moms what we can do to limit our distress levels. For additional resources you can visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/2023-04-1748 minThe Faculty Circle: Wellness MattersFeeling A Little Burned Out?There are various factors that lead faculty to suffer from chronic stress. In this episode I invited Dr. Zach of Columbia University into the circle where he discussed symptoms of burnout and reasons that lead to faculty burnout. We also discuss strategies that will assist faculty from experiencing burnout and or ways to reduce their symptoms. For additional resources you can visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/2023-04-0333 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Working on Me For 2023I speak with Mom, Wife, and Educator, Pastor Shy about the message she has for all moms. She offers great suggestions to ensure contentment, happiness, acceptance, and wellness. If you want to build up your confidence, learn how to communicate more assertively, or want additional resources to assist you then visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/ where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.2023-04-0341 minThe Faculty Circle: Wellness MattersDealing with Imposter Syndrome: Being a Faculty of ColorBeing a faculty of color comes with many challenges and trying to feel comfortable in the space of academia can often feel like a tricky balancing act. I invited Professor, Eddie Perez into the circle to talk about the lessons he's learned from being a faculty of color and the ways he strategized his success. For additional resources you can visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/2023-03-2033 min
Dr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!How Does She Do It?Mother of five, wife, business owner and CEO Jennifer Oglesby shares her secret to how she had been able to successfully manage her life and responsibilities. You can visit her website to get free one year business coaching at www.csoadp.com. If you want additional coaching information visit: www.drnicolearkadie.com If you want to build up your skills set or want additional resources to assist you then visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/ where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.2023-03-2050 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Do What Works Best For You!As mothers we often do what works best for everyone else but ourselves. In this episode I talk about the importance of learning and doing what works best for you. I share some strategies I’ve found that are effective in addressing your needs and provide examples of what it looks like when you are doing what works for you. If you want to build up your skills set or want additional resources to assist you then visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/ where you can gain access to quick, interactive, online courses that are designed for you.2023-03-0726 minThe Faculty Circle: Wellness MattersHandling Getting a Bad Student ReviewIf you’ve ever had a bad student review and didn’t take it well. Tune in because this episode is for you. We’re going to normalize your feelings and talk about what you can do so that it doesn’t have a (-) affect on your psyche and mood. For additional resources you can visit https://aa-wellnessacademy.thinkific.com/2023-03-0720 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Moms Need Time-Out Too!In this episode I spoke with Lisa Campbell, RN, Wellness and Leadership Coach who spoke about the how stress affects our brains. She provides some tips and strategies for how moms can reduce our stress levels. Remember moms, You Matter Too!2023-02-2149 minThe Faculty Circle: Wellness MattersGetting Your Mind Right: Preparation MattersThis episode discusses steps to take in preparing yourself for a new faculty role. Let’s get your mind right. Getting your mind right will address your mental and psychological wellness needs.2023-02-2023 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!I’ve Been Betrayed: Healing After The BetrayalInterview with Dr. Sandra who is a Licensed Marriage and Therapist about her story of healing after 20year marriage ended in infidelity and divorce. Coping strategies she used and recommend2023-02-0743 minThe Faculty Circle: Wellness MattersUsing The B & P Approach: 2 Balance It AllIn this episode I invited Associate Professor, Dr. Allen Lipscomb into the circle where he discussed how to balance teaching, service, and wellness. We spoke about the various challenges faculty have with balancing academia and their own sanity. He provided different tips on how to maintain your mental wellness while meeting the needs of your university. Please send any questions or suggestions to nicole.arkadie@csusb.edu2023-02-0629 min
The Faculty Circle: Wellness MattersRealistic Expectations of SelfHaving unrealistic expectations of ourselves about what we can and can't do, often causes emotional distress. As a faculty member you will have various tasks and responsibilities to address. The key is to be realistic about your capabilities and your available time. This episode offers a strategy to assist in being able to effectively meet your professional needs, while protecting your mental wellness. Please send any questions or suggestions to nicole.arkadie@csusb.edu2023-01-3021 minThe Faculty Circle: Wellness MattersThe Faculty Circle: Wellness Matters (Trailer)2023-01-2501 minThe Faculty Circle: Wellness MattersIntroducing the Podcast ShowThe Faculty Circle: Wellness Matters is a podcast show focused on issues that impact university faculty wellness. It offers different perspectives with practical strategies to use to enhance mental wellness. In this circle there is no shaming, blaming, only reframing and motivating you towards wellness. Welcome to the circle, lets talk. 2023-01-2501 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Get Yo Mind RightI share my story about recent incident that left me feeling uncentered, unbalanced, and in a funk. I provide some techniques on how to recenter yourself and get back focused and feeling good.2023-01-2412 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Life: It's A Balancing ActWe all have various responsibilities and demands to address. It's finding the proper balance that is key to mental wellness. What does balancing your life responsibilities look like for you?2023-01-1721 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!New Year: New Artfully YouIt's important to have a healthy relationship with yourself. Art is a great way to tap into your creative side, while also addressing your mental wellness needs. Guest speaker Tiffany Todd of Honey Avocado shared her amazing story.2023-01-0344 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Declutter To Not ShutterOrganizing ourselves helps our mental wellness. Sometimes you will need to declutter your mind. 2022-12-2713 min
Dr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!How Full Is Your Cup?You can't pour from an empty cup. Yet, why do we keep trying and continuously draining ourselves? Consistently doing things for everyone else and not taking the time to address our own needs leaves us feeling emotionally depleted and physically drained. It is only when we are able to replenish ourselves that we are able to fill up our mental, spiritual, and physical cup to prevent us from experiencing emotional distress.2021-11-0128 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Protecting YouBe the most vigilant person you know. Did you know that 1 in 5 women will experience intimate partner violence in their lifetime? Did you also know that 22.5million women in the U.S. are diagnosed with breast cancer? This episode discusses and explores what you should be aware of related to taking preventative measures to help protect you and your life.2021-10-0530 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Working Through Your Pain & Still LivingIt's hard to think about being happy when we experience a loss and our pain is fresh and real. Its learning how to work through our pain while still living that will help us heal. This episode offers a different perspective to help you process your pain, loss, and grief.2021-09-0620 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Getting Ready and Organized For Your KidsAs we are starting to get ready for our kids to resume school. It is important that we prioritize ourselves and not become too overwhelmed.2021-08-0221 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Supporting Your Kids GoalsSometimes it is tough being a parent of adult children. As a mother you had dreams and specific goals for your children, but they may not go down the path you had laid out and outlined for them. We have to learn how to support our children in their goals and dream. I am doing that as I am featuring my young adult son who is inspiring to be a musician and he just released his song "Count Your Blessings" by Kvng Pierce.2021-07-1313 min
Couch To Podium PodcastHow to Price Your Service Right Way with Dr. Nicole L. Arkadie🎙️🎧New Podcast!🚨 In this episode with Dr. Nicole L. Arkadie, Mental Wellness Expert, Keynote Speaker, Professor, Therapist and Published Author, we will discuss on how to price your service the right way. We will also talked about her journey from free speaking engagements and getting paid to speak and how you can increase your rate! 🎧Now playing in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Libsyn and Spotify ✨ Enroll in the Couch to Podium Courses and get paid to speak : https://couchtopodium.thinkific.com/ 👍 Be updated! Like our Facebook page- Couch to Podium: https://www.facebook.com/couchto...2021-07-1251 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!It's Okay: Processing Your GriefProcessing grief of a loved one can be very difficult, especially if the death unexpected. However, it's important to be able to acknowledge your feelings and allow yourself to feel.2021-07-0521 min
Dr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Knowing When To Accept Help From OthersAccepting help can be a challenging thing to do. Especially, for those moms who are high achievers and used to being able to do and accomplish everything. We need to be able to acknowledge when we need help and then be able to accept it from others without feeling like a failure or less than.2021-06-2824 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Successfully Juggling Family & Work Life: My Interview of Mrs Jennifer OglesbyHaving a family doesn’t not negate being able to work outside of the home. I interview a mom of five, Jennifer Oglesby, who owns two businesses and she provides great tips on how she’s been able to be successful at both roles.2021-06-0739 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Protecting Your Two SensesWhat you see and hear has an affect on your mood and how you feel. It’s important to be mindful of what you watch and what you listen to. To protect your two senses, hearing and seeing so you can have mental wellness2021-05-3111 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Mother's Day Recap: Checking InComing off of celebrating Mother's Day Weekend, I wanted to see where you are all at. Mom's let's take care of you and your needs. Hang your superwoman cape up in the closet and learn how to sit back and be okay with doing absolutely nothing. Learn to listen to your body and give it what it needs to ensure your mental wellness.2021-05-2425 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Staying Connected Spiritually While Balancing the Demands of MotherhoodDuring this episode I had the pleasure of interviewing Evangelist Missionary, Rosie Cook-Askins and she shared some great insight on how she has been able to successfully balance staying connected spiritually to God wile meeting the demands of being a mother. She offers great tips on how to "walk it like you talk it." Listen to this episode to learn what that statement means and how to accomplish it.2021-05-1742 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Dream Big & Go After What You WantIf you think that you do something, then you will believe it, and once you believe something isn’t possible, it becomes your reality. Let your dreams be your reality and your reality your dreams. Dream bi and don’t stop! This episode was filmed live at the time of the tapping2021-04-2618 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!No. Not Right NowIt can be hard to hear and accept the word no. Hearing and getting a "no' isn't the end of the world. It’s all about putting things into perspective and understanding that you will not always get and hear a yes for everything. Learning how to accept no is an integral part of being an adult. No can simply mean, "not right now" but later.2021-04-0513 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!The Red Binder: Got Yours??This episode goes over an important resource that everyone needs to have in their home. A Red Binder. The red binder is where you are going to keep all of your pertinent information that will be needed once you pass away, to help make it easier for others to take care of your affairs. Let's prepare and show we care, by planning ahead. I review all the necessary documents you should have inside of your red binder and reasons for them.2021-03-2918 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!I'm Just So Dog On Tired!Moms-have you ever had a time where you just felt absolutely, 100% tired? Where you felt the exhaustion down in your bones? Well...I am so dog on tired of all that comes with being a mom with a child who is attending school through virtual learning. In this episode, I normalize the struggle that many moms are having, being the parent and teacher to their child/ren during virtual schooling.2021-03-2319 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Pushing Beyond FearFear is typically the root cause of why we don't move forward with things. It prevents us from tapping into our full potential. Fear strangles our voices and hinders our growth. It can be crippling to our success. There is such a thing as healthy fear, but it's the debilitating fear that causes the most harm and in this episode we will be discussing ways to push beyond the fear and tap into your greatness.2021-03-1521 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Women "Let's Say No"Women. Especially moms have a hard time saying no without feeling guilty. We do a poor job of making ourselves a priority and addressing our mental wellness. This episode talks about the necessity of setting boundaries and provides tips on how to start saying “no” without feeling guilty.2021-03-0925 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Having Faith in Yourself: Improves Your MoodIt is the lack of faith in ourselves that causes distress and keeps us from forward movement. Having faith in yourself improves your mood and self-esteem2021-02-2209 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Brain Fog - FatigueFatigue causes us to have brain fog, poor concentration, decreased energy levels, and not be our best selves. This episode taps into causes of fatigue and ways to address the symptoms2021-02-1522 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!It's a Process...IEP MomsI was interviewed by Empowered Parent Partner Markeisha Hall, on her "Markeisha Hall" podcast show. We talked about a common thing that many mothers feel when first learning about their child's diagnosis, grief. We walk through the five stages of grief, understanding that is it a process with acceptance being the end result. Tune and listen to this episode as we provide useful tips to help parents understand their feelings and normalize their responses a they work towards acceptance.
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Add Chapter M...2021-02-0828 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Being Authentically YouMany of us hear the term authenticity and wonder what that really means. In a world full of imitation and comparisons, being yourself can be difficult. It can be challenging to simply be yourself and embrace all of you. Learning to be your authentic self takes time, and practice. I interviewed guest speaker, Tireeka Watson who is an Associate Clinical Social Worker and Advocate for women and she provided her inspiring perspective on what it has meant to her to be he authentic self.2021-02-0131 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!My Kids Don't Think I'm CoolAs mothers we do a lot and often will not get the credit we deserve. You could be an Olympic Gold Medalist, Rocket Scientist, Doctor, Lawyer, Teacher, Musician, etc, but that means nothing to your teenager because he or she will still think that you are not cool. It's important to learn how to give yourself compliments and acknowledge all that you do.2021-01-2525 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Aahhh Relief: Living with Chronic PainPain can be very debilitating and prevent us from enjoying life. I interviewed a special guest, Markeisha Hall, Parent Empowerment Partner and mother of five to gain some insight on how she manages to live a valued life and maintain her mental wellness while living with chronic pain.2021-01-1824 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!My Right Hand ManAsking for help doesn't make you less than it makes you Hu-Man. It's important to be able to ask for help and support when needed. This episode discusses how a person can be supportive to their spouse as I candidly talk with my husband about his experience being my support system and my support person. It is my hope that you feel included in the conversation as if you were in the room with us during the recording. There will be various tips to help you enhance and or improve your ability to be a support system for someone else...2021-01-1132 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Stepping into the New Year #goalsettingI am a goal setter and I often have people ask my how I accomplish all the things that I do. The quick and simple answer, is that I set goals. I am an action and goal oriented person. Goals don't have to be super big and large, they just need to be specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time bound. In this episode I talk about the formula needed to create successful goals. I also review my reasons for needing to pivot after 2020.2021-01-0424 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Dealing with the death of a siblingDeath and dying is a hard concept to deal with, but handling the death of a sibling is doubly hard. Listen to this real, authentic, and candid episode that discusses the topic of death, loss, and grief with useful tips on how to cope with the death of a sibling.2020-08-1126 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!How to Deal With Having A Mother’s GuiltA mothers guilt is a prevalent problem in our community and has grown over the past years. This episode shines light on this issue and provides strategies on ways to effectively overcome this problem2020-05-1818 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Using Music to Soothe & Calm The MindThere are so many positive benefits of listening to music. It helps to regulate and improve your mood, boosts our immune system, and can help the body heal faster2020-05-0413 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Tips for How to Have a Happy & Successful Marriage: Special Guest, My HusbandThere are key core ingredients needed to have a successful, healthy, and happy marriage. In this episode we talk about what’s needed in a happy marriage and the building blocks to sustain it.2020-04-2031 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!How to Overcome the Negative Affects of Self-PitySelf pity is like a cancer eating away and corroding your insides, turning it into black guck. It’s up to you to choose how you will view your life and situations2020-04-1315 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Tips for parents with children of special needs: What you can do at this time of home schoolingParents who have children with special needs may be critical of themselves while trying to deal with this mandatory home schooling of their child(ren). Special Education Consultant, Markeisha Hall provides usual tools to help support parents during this time.2020-04-0616 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!How to Effectively Deal with DisappointmentEveryone has had moments that did not go as planned or turn out the way they had hoped for. Disappointment is a part of life and it’s important to know how to handle it because it affects our mental wellness2020-03-3015 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Take advantage of this opportunity to slow downIt’s important to change our mindset and the way we are viewing this new normal in our country due to the Covid-19 virus. Let’s use this opportunity to slowdown and do thing’s we’ve put off.2020-03-2320 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Tips to Stay Calm During an EpidemicWhen an epidemic occurs it causes panic and anxiety. It’s important to be able to stay calm and not get caught up in the frantic behaviors of others.2020-03-1716 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!The Sacrifices Of A MomSo many unrealistic expectations are placed upon moms that leads to them making multiple life sacrifices2020-03-0917 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Why Mothers MatterMothers are the key stone of our society and the stitch that holds the fabric together2020-03-0210 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Letting Go Of The HateHaving hate in your heart is destructive and leads towards harmful acts towards others. Hate takes away from your ability to have mental wellness2020-02-2414 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Understanding and Accepting-NoNo can simply mean not yet or not right now, but it’s important to be able to adjust when we hear it.2020-02-1810 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Demonstrating Healthy LoveLove should not hurt and it’s important to be able to demonstrate healthy love and know when it’s not healthy.2020-02-1012 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!The Danger of Comparing YourselfWen we compare ourselves to other people we look at ourselves in a negative manner and this causes emotional anguish2020-01-2809 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Self-Care Series #4 with guest Kiki Williams, criminal justice workerSelf-Care is a key element to having mental wellness. Continuing with the self-care series and interviewing professional working mothers about self-care and what it means to them2020-01-2022 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Self-Care Series # 3 with special guest Ariel Macon-Richard, wellness coachYou can’t pour from an empty cup. We are continuing with our self-care series speaking with different professional women in the community about self-care.2020-01-1320 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Self-Care Series #2 with guest Sheri RodgersTalking with professional women about an important topic and subject “Self-Care” where you’ll hear what this term means to them and how they are managing their lives2019-12-3123 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Self-Care Series with guest Jae HortonSelf-Care is essential to maintaining mental and emotional wellness. Here is the first episode in a series of self-care interviews with professional women2019-12-2420 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Taking Care of You FirstIntroduces the topic of self-care and importance of addressing your needs first. This is the first in a series Self-Care interviews with other women. Stay tuned to additional interviews of women and mothers.2019-12-1618 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Embrace Yourself- The Good, The Bad, & The FlawedIt’s important to learn how to accept yourself. To recognize your positive and negative attributes without being hard on yourself.2019-12-0209 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!The Struggles of Asking for and Accepting HelpAsking for help doesn’t make you less THAN it makes you HuMAN. We all need help at some point and it’s important to be able to ask for help and receive support when needed.2019-11-2714 min
Meditate Motivate & MovementMeditate Motivate & Movement Episode 016: Developing a Can Do Attitude with Dr. Nicole L. ArkadieOn episode 016 of the Meditate Motivate & Movement podcast we have special guest America's #1 Mental Wellness Expert, speaker, therapist and author Dr. Nicole L. Arkadie. We discuss her thoughts on developing a Can Do Attitude, self compassion, and loving yourself "flaws and all." For motivation and movement we kept with the theme of women/mothers and talked encouragement and consistency. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/meditatemotivatemovement/support2019-11-191h 15Dr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!The Destructive Twins- Remorse & RegretRemorse and regret keep you locked in the pain of your past and prevent you from moving forward and enjoying life2019-11-1812 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!You’re not crazy. You just need to talkThere are positive benefits with attending therapy. It’s not a bad thing and it doesn’t make you “crazy” if you need to seek professional help. Asking for help doesn’t make you less-Than...it makes you HU-MAN!2019-11-1217 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Exercising PatienceHaving patience is a skill that can be very challenging and difficult for most people. Yet, being patient helps us to have mental wellness.2019-11-0411 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Don’t let anger get the best of youAnger is a normal emotion that everyone feels at some point. Anger isn’t the problem, it’s what you when you are angry that becomes the issue. The episode provides strategies to effectively manage your anger2019-10-2818 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Communication: Verbalizing Your Thoughts and FeelingsIt is pivotal to be able to effectively communicate your thoughts and feelings to others. We engage with others on a daily consistent basis and effective communicate is key.2019-10-2119 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!The Importance of Having Healthy FriendshipsIt is so important to have healthy friendships with others. To have someone who you can laugh with, share things with, and be yourself with helps your mental wellness2019-10-1419 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Acknowledge Your FeelingsIt is the suppression of our feelings that causes the most anguish. It’s not healthy to ignore or deny our feelings. We need to acknowledge our feelings in order to have mental wellness.2019-10-1307 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!ForgivenessLearning how to forgive someone is very important because forgiveness is for you and not the other person. When you choose to forgive it releases you from the hurt, anger, disappointment or any other intense emotions you’ve held onto.2019-10-0914 minDr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too!Dr. Nicole - Mental Wellness 4U: Moms Matter Too! (Trailer)2019-10-0800 min