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MindFloWithJoMindFloWithJo Episode 23: Dating ViolenceIn this weeks episode, I bring on my wonderful friend and mentor, Jessica Skultety from Safe and Sound Somerset to talk about dating violence.
In this episode, we look at what health relationships looks like versus unhealth relationships. We talk about warning signs and we also talk about rights and responsibilities we hold in relationships.
If you would like resources specifically for Safe and Sound Somerset click here: https://www.safe-sound.org/
As always, if you have any questions visit my instagram @mindflowithjo or email me at mindflowithjo@gmail.com2021-10-0429 min
MindFloWithJoMindFloWithJo Episode 22: Domestic Violence Awareness MonthIn this week's episode, I bring back my wonderful friend, Jonel Vilches from VPVA, to talk about Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
In this episode, we talk about what domestic violence is, what it sounds, looks and feels like, we tangent to talk about mental health in general, health relationships, types of violence and much more.
I hope this episode gave you some insight into why DV happens and remember its #DVAM
The National Domestic Violence Hotline for anyone who needs it: Call 1.800.799.SAFE (7233)
https://www.thehotline.org/
2021-10-0441 min
MindFloWithJoMindFloWithJo Episode 21: The Anatomy of Cheating (Mom/Therapist MiniSeries)Mom/Therapist Mini Series : Part 5
In this week's episode, my mom (Dr. Debbie Libero) and I discussed the anatomy of cheating. We broke down what relationships look like, the three component that CAN make cheating occur, how it feels, whether "once a cheater always a cheater" is a fair statement and what healthy boundaries look like.
I hope this episode was insightful. As always, if you have any questions visit my instagram @mindflowithjo or email me at mindflowithjo@gmail.com
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/josie-libero/support2021-10-0431 min
MindFloWithJoMindFloWithJo Episode 20: Work Life Balance As A TherapistMom/Therapist Mini Series: Part 4
In this week's episode, my mom and I discussed what its like to create clear boundaries when you are a mental health care professional. It is essential to maintain your own mental well being when you are caring for others, so having rituals, routines and habits that help you let go of the mental load that is therapy is a huge part of my mom's life, as well as other health care professionals. My mom and I discussed the tools she uses for her own self care which included her faith. 2021-09-2229 min
MindFloWithJoMindFloWithJo Episode 19: What is Anxiety? (Mom/Therapist Mini Series)Mom/Therapist Mini Series Part 3
Anxiety means a lot of different things to a lot different people. In this episode my mom (the therapist) breaks down what anxiety is versus, stress versus an anxiety disorder. She also tells us a few simple ways to start coping with it. Then, we get to hear from 6 of my people about how anxiety presents itself in their lives. As you will see, some things are similar and some are different, but everyone has a unique experience to them .
I hope that this episode is insightful and helps...2021-08-2738 min
MindFloWithJoMindFloWithJo Episode 18: How Does One Do Therapy? (Mom/Therapist Mini Series)Mom/Therapist Mini Series Part 2
In this weeks episode, I am continuing my series of asking my mom (the therapist) all the questions that y'all want to know about therapy, psychology and mental health.
In this second part, my mom tells us HOW TO THERAPY! We break it down into steps: how to decide you need therapy/why people go, how to find a therapist and then what happens at those initial appointments. I share a bit about my experience going to therapy in order to really give a full picture of what the...2021-08-2129 min
MindFloWithJoMindFloWithJo Episode 17: How My Mom Became a Clinical Psychologist (Mom/Therapist Mini Series)Mom/Therapist Mini Series Part 1
In this weeks episode, I am starting my series of asking my mom (the therapist) all the questions that y'all want to know about therapy, psychology and mental health. In this first part, my mom tells us how she became a psychologist/therapist. She talks about her passion for it, the degrees she chose to get and why and how she ended up working 21 years at a private practice here in Hunterdon County.
My mom really paints a nice picture of her life and why she made the choices...2021-08-1328 min
MindFloWithJoMindFloWithJo Episode 16: Relationships Are WorkThe reality is that relationships are a ton of work ESPECIALLY the one with yourself. Jazmine is one of my soul people and role models. She is someone I aspire to be more like because she lives a philosophy of self containment. She always whatever happens to happen and releases control. We talk about our individual journeys with relationships in our families and friends and what we are still working on.
You can find Jazmine @pettyofcolor and if you are interested in joining the mental health community that her and her cofounder created to center on...2021-06-2341 min
MindFloWithJoEat With CareI had my beautiful soul friend Emily on to talk about her Instagram: @eatwithcare ! She shared with us her challenges through her eating disorder, her recovery, her outlook on food and body image now, why restricting is FUCKED UP, and how we can be more intuitive when eating.
We also fan-girled and bonded over our love for the fabulous @glennondoyle (and yes glennon we need you on the pod)
Please take the time to support this beautiful human @eatwithcare and buy all her amazing merch! There are totes, t shirts, sweatshirts and more😍 Buy all her...2021-06-2337 min
MindFloWithJoMindFloWithJo Episode 8: The Birth Control Pill and MoreAri Tormey joined me today to talk about sex at large and the birth control pill! Thank you so much for tuning in and thank you Ari for your honesty and vulnerability 💞
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/josie-libero/support2021-06-2224 min
MindFloWithJoBeing Brown in a White TownIn this episode my friend, Adi, and I reflect on his experience living in Hunterdon County. We unpack the good, the bad and the ugly. We make sure to acknowledge this county and respective towns for what they have given us, but also acknowledge where things could have been better.
It is important for people to speak out and talk about their experiences, so we can become more aware and grow. Thank you Adi so much for sharing your experience with us.
If you have any questions feel free to follow and DM...2021-06-1238 min
MindFloWithJoDay Dreaming Or Just Thinking?In this episode, I sit down with my friend and inspiration, Anjali Shah, and we talk about her side hustle: Day Dreamed Designs on Etsy. Anjali makes beautiful prints that are hilarious, timely, and culturally relevant.
Anjali works at NBC Universal Media as a Account Services Representative but creating art is a big part of who she is and hence the Etsy shop was born.
In this episode, Anjali and I talk about small businesses, graphic design, harrystyles, fandom, art, culture and post grad life, and last but certainly not least olivia rodrigo...2021-06-0645 min
MindFloWithJoOn Graduating in a PandemicCongratulations to the Class of 2021! We did it. We survived a shit storm of a time period and we now have degrees in our respective fields. In this episode I unpack how it feels to be graduating and mostly what I have learned/advice I want to give from college. I hope you enjoy!
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/josie-libero/support2021-05-2234 min
MindFloWithJoIs Discourse Dead?In this episode, I sit down with my wonderful and insightful friend, Janani, to talk about our favorite pass time conversation: discourse. Is discord dead? How do we make opinions? Where do we stand? Can/should you engage with people who you fundamentally don't agree with on a basic human level? Where is the line?
Janani was a Communications major at Rutgers University and now works at Capgemini as a consultant. Janani and I both tend to align more strongly with liberal ideologies than conservation ones, but that does not stop us from trying with all...2021-05-0135 min
MindFloWithJoIs Blood Thicker Than Water?In this episode, I sit down with my amazing friend Alexa and she opens up about about her experience with family abuse.
Alexa and I worked together at VPVA at Rutgers-New Brunswick. Alexa has her BSW and is currently pursuing her MSW at the University of Denver.
What I loved about talking to Alexa is that although trauma is NEVER a good thing she has turned her trauma into a passion project and a career and that is beautiful. Alexa is so wonderful and she really helped painted a picture of what emotional...2021-04-2436 min
MindFloWithJoMan up? More like Man DownIn this episode I met with my friend and mentor, Jonel Vilches.
Jonel is the Victims of Crime Act educator at Rutgers VPVA - New Brunswick and a wealth of knowledge. He is an advocate, mentor, and just such a wonderful person and I am so honored to have worked with him and continue to be mentored by him.
We got a chance to sit down and talk about male survivorship, the stigma around it, how to support your friends and debunk the myths. Men have been falsely told that they must suffer...2021-04-1734 min
MindFloWithJoShots Shots, Birth Control Shots!In this episode, I got to sit down for the second time with the wonderful human, Grace Hageman.
Grace Hageman is a an Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Technician for the US Department of Agriculture.
In this episode we really get into Grace's journey with birth control and specifically her experience with the birth control shot also known as DepoProvera or the Depo shot. Grace talks about her experience with her gynecologist and how she made the choice to get on this form of birth control.
It takes most people...2021-03-1921 min
MindFloWithJoOvulation, Menstruation and InformationIn this episode, I got the privilege of sitting down with my wonderful mentor, Francesca Maresca, and she helped inform us about what ovulation is, what menstruation is and how understanding our bodies' natural cycles can help us to avoid getting pregnant.
Dr. Maresca oversees Health Services, CAPS, and HOPE at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. She has her Ph.D., MA, New York University; BA Rutgers University; CHES. And these are just a few of her credentials. She is beloved by faculty and students alike.
She is the reason that I wanted to become...2021-03-0529 min
MindFloWithJoRacism in Reproductive HealthIn this episode, Dr. Madeline, an amazing mentor joined me to have an open and honest conversation about medical racism. Specifically, we got to talk about Dr. Madeline's career path how she worked her way to her esteemed positions and how difficult that was and then we took a critical lens to reproductive health care. Racism is so engrained in medical practices and that is why it is essential to not just have open conversations and awareness, but more representation for BIPOC individuals.
Dr. Madeline is a wealth of knowledge. She is a board certified OB...2021-02-2638 min
MindFloWithJoWhy Abstinence?In this episode, my dear friend, Alyssa Miller joined me to talk about her choice to remain abstinent and the role that her religion played in that decision. She shared her faith practice and how her faith guides her life in many ways.
We got to talk about the importance of choice and how this was hers.
Alyssa and I worked together at VPVA as advocates for interpersonal violence. Alyssa works now as a One on One Aid for special needs students.
Alyssa is an amazing woman of faith. Whatever you...2021-02-1324 min
MindFloWithJoArm implants and RantsIn this episode, we get to look at my good friend, Alessia Salazar's journey with birth control. Specifically, we talk about Alessia's experience with Nexplanon also known as the arm implant. It was amazing to see how birth control is really not a one size fits all kind of thing. Often times it takes individuals trying multiple forms of birth control until they find what works for them and Alessia's case was no different.
Alessia and I worked together at VPVA as advocates for interpersonal violence. Alessia attends Rutgers University and she is involved in everything...2021-02-0526 min
MindFloWithJoIUDs and OMGSIn this episode, I discuss sex education at large and what the experience of having an IUD is with my amazing friend and mentor, Shayne Judge.
Shayne and I worked together at HOPE as sexual health advocates. Shayne has worked for Hackensack Meridian Health carrier clinic as a mental health technician and at RWJ for PROUD. Most recently, Shayne has accepted a job at Planned Parenthood as a sex educator.
Shayne is amazing and so open about her experience getting the Copper IUD. She helps clarify all the myths about how painful and scary...2021-01-3031 min
MindFloWithJoFemale Sexuality and PleasureIn my first episode, I discuss female sexuality and pleasure with this wonderful human, Grace Hageman.
Grace Hageman is a an Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Technician for the US Department of Agriculture. What does an animal and plant person have to say about pleasure? A LOT
In this episode we get to unpack sexuality and pleasure and all the messages we have gotten that have lead to violence, dissatisfaction and bad experiences overall. Why is it that as women we feel the need to give and give, but not get?2020-10-1638 min
MindFloWithJoTRAILERSo, you have stumbled across MindFloWithJo and you want to know if it's worth your time? First of all, it is. My name is Josie and in this trailer I tell you about my podcast, what I hope for, how to really engage with the content and what kinds of topics I will cover. I hope you enjoy and I cannot wait to see all our minds flowing together!
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/josie-libero/support2020-10-0101 min