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Friday Coffee Chats by The Happy 9 to 539. How to handle conflicts at work with Dr. Kyriaki FousianiSend us a textSupport our Friday Coffee Chats and help us bring you more insightful content! Your support makes a difference. Buy us a virtual coffee here and keep the conversation brewing. Every sip counts!Are workplace conflicts draining your energy and keeping you up at night? In this eye-opening Friday Coffee Chat, we sit down with conflict management expert Dr. Kyriaki Fousiani to uncover the truth about workplace conflicts and learn powerful strategies to handle them successfully.What you'll learn:The surprising truth about...2025-03-2854 min
the denmother podcast4.25 N.D.E. (Mini!)If you know me or have talked to me in the last six months, you know how fascinated I have been about the topic of N.D.E. (Near Death Experiences). Although some might see the topic as morose, I truly believe there are important takeaways from these experiences that can help us get the most out of the lives we have and our parenting journeys. Let me know your thoughts on the subject on Instagram, I'm @the_kyriaki. 2025-03-1106 minthe denmother podcast4.20 FitnessDo you struggle to stay in shape while raising kids? On today's brand new episode, Kyriaki interviews a mom who's been there. Sierra Arreguin is a full time working mother of six kids (4 biological and two stepchildren). She’s been underweight and overweight and knows the struggles that come with both. However, after educating herself and putting in the work she’s learned not only how to sculpt a lean, strong, HEALTHY body but how to do it while also raising kids. Now she’s on a mission to help other moms find the same joy and freedom...2025-02-041h 04the denmother podcast4.19 Reframing (Mini!)Reframing is such a powerful tool, especially for busy moms. It can help to clear out unnecessary stress, chaos and suffering from your life in a moment. It is a skill however and takes some time to practice and learn. On today's brand new episode of the denmother podcast, Kyriaki, shares how to start honing this skill to make motherhood and life more enjoyable. Enjoy!2025-01-2807 minthe denmother podcast4.18 Stories (Mini!)A lot of the stress and suffering in our lives comes from the stories we tell ourselves around circumstances, not the circumstances themselves. On today's brand new episode of the denmother podcast, Kyriaki is diving into the stories we tell ourselves. Listen in!2025-01-2106 minthe denmother podcast4.16 Judgement (Mini!)How often do you judge another person? How often do you feel judged? Do you think there's any correlation? Join me, Kyriaki, on a brand new episode of the denmother podcast as I dive deep into judgement and how it breeds stress, anxiety and frustration in our lives - and ways to break the cycle. 2025-01-0706 minthe denmother podcast4.10 Momentum (Mini!)What does momentum look like for a mom with goals and dreams in her heart? And how can we harness the power of momentum to go further, faster and with JOY? on today's brand new (mini!) episode of the denmother podcast, Kyriaki dives into this exciting topic. Listen in!2024-11-2608 minthe denmother podcast4.9 Balance (Mini!)What does balance look like for busy moms? Is it even possible? On today's brand new (mini!) episode of the denmother podcast, Kyriaki shares her insights into balance and how to achieve it even now, as busy moms. Listen in!2024-11-1905 minthe denmother podcast4.8 MovingMoving with kids is NO JOKE. On today's very special episode of the denmother podcast, Kyriaki gets to interview her own mom who moved 12 times with 5 kids. Sometimes the transitions were not optional, other times they were chasing opportunities. Either way, both Greek ladies share their highs and lows and tips for moving with young kids. Listen in!2024-11-1254 minthe denmother podcast4.7 Sleep Hygiene (Mini!)Sleep plays an enormous role in how we want to show up as moms. So how can we protect our sleep and work toward better sleep hygiene? On today's brand new episode of the denmother podcast, Kyriaki shares her favorite tips and tricks.2024-11-0510 minthe denmother podcast4.6 Energy (Mini!)Want an instant boost of energy? Hint, it's not another supplement and it is completely FREE. You also have access to it right now. What is it? It's HOPE. Kyriaki talks about how tapping into hope can give you a major boost of energy whenever you need it. and she shares insight on how to use hope to increase your energy starting NOW. 2024-10-2907 minthe denmother podcast4.4 Emotions (Mini!)Did you know that your emotions can be a gateway into attracting the unwanted and wanted into your life? On today's brand new episode of the denmother podcast, Kyriaki talks about the art of mastering our emotions to create the lives we want.2024-10-1514 minthe denmother podcast4.3 Inner Success (Mini!)What is Inner Success? It's an aim or achievement that is important to you, even if it's not necessarily seen as important commercially. Today, Kyriaki talks about what Inner Success looks like for her and what it can look like for you.2024-10-0820 minthe denmother podcast4.2 DaycareHow do you know you're picking the right daycare for your child? On today's brand new episode of the denmother podcast, Kyriaki interviews Sarah Herold about what to look for in a center and which questions to ask potential providers to make sure the center and the caregivers are the right fit for your family. Sarah is the Director of a beautiful Today Care Children's Center in Utah. She earned her degree in Early Childhood Education from Weber State University and is a mom to one son and two stepdaughters ages 9, 11 and 12.2024-10-011h 00the denmother podcast4.1 Welcome! (Mini)Welcome back to the denmother podcast! Kyriaki shares some updates on her life and changes coming to the pod this season.2024-09-2404 minthe denmother podcastSeason 3: SAHDJohn Michael Finley is a stage and film actor who made his debut on Broadway in Les Mis. He played Elder Cunningham in The Book of Mormon in the West End and was also involved in the Broadway production of the same show. He made his film debut in 2018 in the film I can Only Imagine, playing opposite Dennis Quaid and Kyriaki had the pleasure of being in his new film, The Faith of Angels which debuted in 2024. When he’s not dazzling audiences with his acting and incredible singing, he is a stay at home dad. He shares the...2024-05-141h 03
Live2TestTesterYou Asks #13: Exploring the Challenges & Triumphs in iGaming Testing (Guest: Kyriaki Vadeska)In this episode of TesterYou Asks, we are thrilled to host Kyriaki Vadeska, a seasoned Senior Software Engineer in Test from Light & Wonder Company. Kyriaki takes us on a captivating journey through the dynamic world of iGaming, sharing her experiences and triumphs in this ever-evolving industry.As the Conference Organizer of WeTest.Athens, Kyriaki brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for software testing to the table. In this videocast, she provides a unique perspective on the challenges faced in iGaming testing and the strategies she has employed to overcome them.2024-02-2916 min
Parent ActKyriaki Birkeland - Actor, Podcast Host, Author, MotherIn this episode, Sara chats with News Reporter turned Actor, Kyriaki Birkeland. Kyriaki who has made a successful career for herself in the entertaiment industry, has a fascinating story. She joyfully shares an abundance of wisdom with listeners about how she balances her life as an actor, podcast host, mother of two boys, wife, and author. Kyriaki hosts the popular podcast, Den Mother where she provides a safe space for mothers to share their stories. Her guests experiences differ vasty from one another which makes this podcast extremely relatable and thought provoking. https://www.thedenmother.net/podcastS...2024-01-301h 07the denmother podcastSeason 3: Mom Hang!Brooke, Terri and Kyriaki gather for the holidays to chat about what they've been up to and what they're looking forward to for the New Year.2023-12-2649 minthe denmother podcastSeason 3: LossImagine losing not one but two babies - one expected and one very unexpected. How do you handle the losses? On today's brand new episode of the denmother podcast, Ruth Vigil shares her journey through loss and grief after losing two of her four children. She also shares some of the things that help her to bring life and hope and joy to the memories of her angel babies, even today. You won't want to miss this one.2023-10-0349 minthe denmother podcastSeason 3: FASDSandra Flach is a mom of EIGHT, two of whom were diagnosed with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. She is expert on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, an Author and the Co-Founder of Justice for Orphans among many other endeavors.What you don't know about FASD will surprise you! Both Sandra's story and what she's learned through her family's journey with FASD proves beneficial for any mom in any situation. Join us for this rich conversation. You can find Sandra at SandraFlach.com and on Social Media: @sandraflach_jfo and @justicefororphans on Instagram and @Sandra Flach and @Justice For...2023-09-1956 minthe denmother podcastSeason 3: HomeschoolBeth Leon is a mom of three and has been married to her husband for 11 years. Beth has been homeschooling her oldest for over four years and feels it has truly been the most rewarding aspect of her life. Through homeschool, she feels that she is able to incorporate her faith into many of the subjects they choose to study and says she and her son are able to work as a team to create a curriculum that is both academically beneficial and simultaneously engages his interests. They primarily use the eclectic method of homeschooling; however, they are not...2023-09-0553 min
Dive in with (e)meHow music can improve learning abilities in people with Down's Syndrome, with Kyriaki PafiouLearn more about the transformative power of music!Season two's first episode features Kyriaki Pafiou, a student in Music Psychology in Education, Performance and Wellbeing at the University of Sheffield, UK. She is an advocate of the participation of children with disabilities in music education.In this episode of Dive in with (e)me, we discuss the research project Kyriaki Pafiou conducted on the impact of music on the learning abilities of individuals who have Down's Syndrome. She explains how she came to the idea of this research, the methodology she used and tell us...2023-09-0128 min
Mother LoveMotherhood is Big Enough: A Little Book With a Big Message - with author Kyriaki BirkelandIn this final episode of season 2, Claire has the chance to connect with Kyriaki Birkeland whose work on behalf of moms is almost too long to list. Kyriaki is a podcaster, blogger, mom, actress and, author. She her passion for helping other moms stems from the many trials she faced and overcame as a new mom. Her book, "Motherhood is Big Enough" is designed and illustrated for babies and young children but the words help moms to recognize that they are doing the hardest and most important job in the world and that is more than enough. ...2023-06-291h 00the denmother podcastSeason 2: SummerOn the Season 2 Finale of the denmother podcast, Brooke, Terri & Kyriaki talk about all the highs and lows of Summer - including signing up for overly popular Summer camps and trying desperately to find childcare. And a special thanks to all the listeners who have joined us for the last two seasons! Join us for one last hoorah before we dive into Summer!2023-06-0652 minthe denmother podcastSeason 2: AngerHave you ever gotten angry at your children? Maybe a better question is... how often do you get angry at your kids?On today's very important episode of the denmother podcast, we're getting vulnerable and going deep on some of our own struggles with anger and tools to handle this sensitive emotion in healthy ways, while also teaching our kids to do the same.You don't want to miss this one.2023-05-231h 00the denmother podcastSeason 2: Mother's DayHow do you like to be celebrated on Mother's Day? If you're like us, you don't need another necklace - you need massages, affirmation, chocolate and REST. On today's brand new episode we're talking about our best and worst Mother's Days and all the ones in between. Listen in!2023-05-0955 minthe denmother podcastSeason 2: CleaningThe birds are chirping, the temps are rising and you know what that means.... Spring Cleaning! Theoretically.... In today's brand new episode of the denmother podcast, the wolf pack is back to discuss all things cleaning: how clean (or not clean) we were before kids, how our standards have changed since having kids, how we split the care tasks with our partners and how we do (or should) involve the kids. Listen in!2023-04-251h 01the denmother podcastSeason 2: Time"The best thing about time is it's length." -Warren BuffetOur relationship with time changes when we become moms. First, we realize how much time we really had before all of our time was consumed with taking care of others... Then, our perspective of time changes when it starts flying by and the kids start growing too quickly. As time and our view of it changes and evolves, we wanted to take some time to stop and think about... TIME! Join us for this enlightening conversation. We promise we won't take too much time. ;)2023-04-1153 minthe denmother podcastSeason 2: FearWhat are you afraid of?In motherhood there are so many things to be afraid of: stranger danger, physical injury, losing your kids... Not to mention the fear of becoming a parent for the first time and on and on and on.On today's episode of the denmother podcast, the gang is all back together to talk about the ups and downs and ways we cope with and teach our kids about fear. Join the conversation!2023-03-2859 minthe denmother podcastSeason 2: BalanceHow do you find balance as a mom? Does balance even exist? On today's episode of the denmother podcast, Brooke and Kyriaki talk about the ways they juggle marriage, kids, home, school, work, sports, rest, self care and more. They also dive into their journeys toward balance and what's working so far. Join the conversation and let us know how you find balance!2023-03-1456 minthe denmother podcastSeason 2: Competitive ParentingHave you ever judged someone for potty training their child too late? Or maybe you've judged your own parenting against parenting standards you've seen on social media...There are countless examples of Competitive Parenting out there and we've all experienced it in one way or another. On today's episode, Kyriaki and Terri talk about all the ways Competitive Parenting can creep into our heads (including between spouses! Hello?!) and ways to combat it.2023-02-2856 minthe denmother podcastSeason 2: RomanceRomance. Sex. Passion. All the things that got us into this motherhood mess to begin with. LOL All kidding aside, Happy Valentine's Day! Today the ladies are going DEEP on marriage, romance and how to maintain a healthy relationship while going through the little kid phase. Enjoy!2023-02-141h 00the denmother podcastSeason 2: Definitely Wear MascaraOn today's very special episode of the denmother podcast, Kyriaki brings you a conversation with mom friend Nikki Oden who shares about her brand new book, Definitely Wear Mascara: Hacks to help you love your mom life (and yourself) a little more.Nikki Oden is a lawyer and mom mentor who helps working moms battle burnout by teaching them how to own their days and crush their goals—without the mom guilt. After walking away from a lucrative career as a commercial litigator for a prestigious, international law firm to become a stay-at-home mom, Nikki learned firsthand how...2023-01-3151 minthe denmother podcastSeason 2: New YearHow do you want to see your motherhood journey evolve in 2023? What are your hopes and dreams for your little ones this year and how do you approach the planning and goal setting for each new year? In today's brand new episode, Brooke, Terri & Kyriaki talk about all this and so much more. 2023-01-1758 minthe denmother podcastSeason 2: ToysNow that the holidays are behind us and the gifts are all unwrapped, it left us wondering how each mom handles the post-holiday toy situation in their houses. Do you limit the number of toys? Or the types of toys? Do you donate a ton to make room for the new toys? We talk about all that and more on today's brand new episode of the denmother podcast. 2023-01-031h 01the denmother podcastSeason 2: HolidaysWhat do you do with your kids during the holidays? Do you carry on traditions from when you were a kid? Or do you start new traditions? How many lights are too many lights for your house? And who does all the decorating in your family? Oh, yes, and what exactly is a crapping Santa? Terri, Brooke and Kyriaki tackle these questions and more in this all new episode of the denmother podcast. Listen in!2022-12-1356 min
CYENS PodcastCYENS Thinker Maker Space in Cyprus - Stella Taousiani & Kyriaki Yiakoupi | CYENS Podcast Ep. 23In this episode of CYENS Podcast we had the pleasure of hosting Stella Taousiani and Kyriaki Yiakoupi, Design Desk Officer and Media Desk Administrator from CYENS Thinker Maker Space discussing what is Thinker Maker Space, about the space, workshops, how the help artists and the challenges of the Maker Space.2022-12-0221 minthe denmother podcastSeason 2: BeautyHow do you make time for your beauty routine as a mom? Is it a priority to you, or has it taken a backseat since becoming a mom? In today's brand new episode of the denmother podcast, the ladies go DEEP into beauty. We're talking product recommendations, how we make time for beauty, what we hope to teach our kids about beauty and even which medical procedures we would (or wouldn't) get. Honestly this talk goes everywhere and we loved every second of it. We hope you will too!2022-11-291h 01the denmother podcastSeason 2: HygieneAre you dealing with skid marks in the undies? What about having to fight your kids to get in the bath? It's a lot to take care of the hygiene of multiple other humans, let alone trying to stay on top of our own! If you can relate, you need this episode. 2022-11-1553 minthe denmother podcastSeason 2: SafetyHave you ever struggled to talk to your child about sex? What about physical or cyber safety? On today's brand new episode of the denmother podcast, Kyriaki and Terri talk to Safety Expert Dr. McKenzie Wood about the best ways to keep our kids safe, but also how to talk to them about these areas without scaring or scarring them. If you need tips on how to talk to your kids about safety, you need this episode!Dr. McKenzie Wood is an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and holds degrees in Sociology and Criminal Justice. Her areas...2022-11-0155 minthe denmother podcastSeason 2: Mental LoadIn today's brand new episode of the denmother podcast, the gang is back together to talk about our mental loads as moms. How we process, delegate and try to UNLOAD the mental load while getting everything done all at once. It's all here and we know you can relate... 2022-10-1850 minthe denmother podcastSeason 2: BreathIf you struggle with anxiety, depression or just the general mental load of being a mom you NEED this episode. Today, Certified Breath-Work Instructor Ashleigh Naylor talks to us about the importance of breath, how to use breath to stop even panic attacks in their tracks and so much more. Make sure you listen to the end for a FREE breath-work session with Ashleigh!Ashleigh's Bio: I am Ashleigh! I am a mother of four, married to my best friend who happens to be my high school sweetheart, and I am so excited to share a...2022-10-0453 minthe denmother podcastSeason 2: Young MomOn today's episode of the denmother podcast, Brooke and Kyriaki are joined by their mom friend Jenny. Jenny has an awesome story to share about becoming a mom very young, struggling to provide a life for her and her new baby on her own and eventually finding love again and giving birth a second time, ten years later. We know you'll relate to a lot of her story and be inspired too. 2022-09-2058 minthe denmother podcastSeason 2: FunWhat did you do for fun before you had kids? If you were like Brooke, you slid on those chunky wedges and tie-back tube tops and hit the dance floor. If you were like Terri, you danced barefoot and alone at bluegrass festivals. Now, fun looks a lot different: splash pads, dinosaur parks and kid museums. On today's episode of the denmother podcast, we're having fun talking all about FUN!2022-09-0656 minthe denmother podcastSeason 2: Back to SchoolIn the Season 2 premiere, Brooke, Terri and Kyriaki discuss all the highs and lows of the school year starting up again - will our "big kids" be able to assert themselves? Which backpack is the right one? How do we get our kiddos to think for themselves, rather than falling into peer pressure? And of course, how bad is it going to hurt when we have to switch back to an early to bed early to rise schedule?? Thanks for being with us!2022-08-2357 min
Life is a gift | με τη Μαρία ΚυριάκηLife is a gift | Μην το παίρνεις προσωπικάΓίνεται; Σε προσκαλώ να ακούσεις γιατί μπορεί να αποφασίζεις να παίρνεις κάποια πράγματα προσωπικά! 2022-06-1416 minthe denmother podcastSeason 1: Birth Stories, EmilieThe gang is back together for the Season 1 Finale of the denmother podcast! Today on the show, Emilie shares her hilarious, heartbreaking and MIRACULOUS birth stories. You won't want to miss it! In other news, it has been a joy to bring you this podcast every week. Keep an eye out this Fall (2022) for Season 2!2022-05-3157 min
Your Brain Uncovered with Aya TarabeineDr Kyriaki Nikolaou: Cognitive Training for Alcohol AbuseAround one in five residents of the UK will develop an alcohol use disorder, such as dependence, during their lifetime. While some people will seek treatment for problem drinking, more than half of patients who go through inpatient withdrawal treatment, or detox, relapse within two weeks of discharge. Luckily, in this episode, we are joined by Dr Kyriaki Nikolaou to learn more about the positive results of cognitive brain training for people going through detox. Dr Nikolaou is a psychology lecturer at the University of Sussex. There, she happens to also investigate the neurocognitive underpinnings of cognitive biases to a...2022-05-3027 minthe denmother podcastSeason 1: Birth Stories, BrookeWe're wrapping up Season 1 with Brooke's birth stories! Any mom can relate to the highs, lows, heartbreaks and joys from both her births. Feel free to share your own birth stories too, on Kyriaki's Instagram: @the_kyriaki! We would love to hear from you. 2022-05-2458 minthe denmother podcastSeason 1: Birth Stories, KyriakiFemale Juices. What a perfect way to sum up Kyriaki's birth stories: the highs, the lows and the lessons learned. Join us as we continue to wind down Season 1 of the denmother podcast with a personal, maybe too personal, look at each of our birth stories!Also, if you are struggling with suicidal thoughts or feel that you may hurt yourself or the baby, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. You can also find a list of many other resources on the denmother website: https://www.thedenmother.net/support2022-05-1758 minthe denmother podcastSeason 1: Birth Stories, TerriAs we wind down Season 1 of the denmother podcast, we will be sharing our long awaited birth stories as promised. Starting with Terri, whose birth story is WILD. Hilarious, dramatic, nude and heartbreaking, her story is the stuff good reality TV is made of. You won't want to miss it!2022-05-1057 minthe denmother podcastSeason 1: Self CareHow do you take care of yourself? From bubble baths to boundaries, it all counts as self care if it recharges you and re-energizes you. Join us as we discuss what gives us joy, how we make time for ourselves and some out of the box ideas for self care. 2022-05-0353 min
Entering Motherhood: Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum Support94. Falling Through the Cracks in the Postpartum Period with Kyriaki BirkelandIn this episode we talk with Kyriaki Birkeland about everything she went through in the postpartum period as well as her book Motherhood is Big Enough. Kyriaki, as she says it, “hit the postpartum lottery”, from PPA/PPD/PPTSD and even levator myalgia and vaginismus, she has been through it all.
We dive deep into what she experienced along her journey of entering motherhood, how she started reaching out and hearing stories from other mamas, and how she hopes to spark a little bit of hope so that mamas can find joy in these early years of moth...2022-05-0142 minthe denmother podcastSeason 1: IdentityIdentity informs how we see ourselves, how we see the world and how we make decisions. So how to we start to build our own identity, and help our kids to find their identity? Buckle up ladies, we're going deep on today's episode of the denmother podcast. 2022-04-2655 minthe denmother podcastTRIPLETS!We all know how hard taking care of a newborn can be. Now multiply that by 3 and add a toddler. Today's guest, Lindsey, should win all the mom awards for all she's done to bring four healthy, well adjusted children into this world while also remembering to take care of herself, her house and her marriage. This lady is no joke! We hope you enjoy her story as much as we did. 2022-04-1956 minthe denmother podcastPhases & StagesHave you ever cried when your little one moved on to a new independent phase and didn't seem to need you as much? Or maybe you felt it when you finished breastfeeding... For many of us that phase represented freedom, but also loss. As parents we are constantly grappling with new phases and stages as our kiddos grow up. Today on the denmother podcast we talk about ALL the phases and how we cope, or try to cope, with them. Join the conversation! We would love to hear which phases and stages were your favorite an...2022-04-1258 minthe denmother podcastDisciplineWhat a tough one! How do you create disciplined, well behaved children while also teaching mutual respect and creating a strong relationship? We may not have all the answers, but we dive into it to explore what's working, and not working, in our households when it comes to discipline. Listen in!2022-03-2958 min
Life is a gift | με τη Μαρία ΚυριάκηΤι μου έμαθε ένα FUTON!Πώς είναι δυνατόν ένα futon να δίνει συμβουλές για τις ανθρώπινες σχέσεις; Θα το μάθεις σε αυτό το podcast!2022-03-2808 minthe denmother podcastAnxietyFor some of us, anxiety was a part of our lives before motherhood. For others, motherhood opened the door and let it in. If you are struggling with anxiety, you are definitely not alone. On today's episode, Terri, Brooke and Kyriaki discuss their highs and lows and coping strategies to ease anxiety in their own lives and have a few laughs along the way. 2022-03-2257 minthe denmother podcastFertilityIn this episode, our dear friend Jessica shares with us her journey dealing with infertility - the highs, the lows and what helped her get through it. Jessica is also the world's best Lactation Consultant. Learn more about her work here: https://www.thebabycollectivesocal.com/ 2022-03-1557 min