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SMART ConnectionsSMART Connections: Episode 10 - Dr. Pirkey HERO ProgramIn this episode, Julia McManus and Anna Sanderlin sat down and interviewed Dr. Paige Pirkey about her work with the HERO Program. They asked about how it came to be, what inspired the program, and what some plans for the future look like.
For more information on the HERO Program, go to www.memphis.edu/hero
2022-04-1225 min
What's Next?!Benjamin L. Hooks Institute for Social ChangeDr. Pirkey is a Academic Research Fellow with The University of Memphis' Benjamin L. Hooks Institute for Social Change. In this recording, she reads two articles she recently wrote titled: "Intertwining Destinies: Heroes' Hearts Beating as One" and "Transitioning from Fate to Destiny". The link to the articles in written form will be posted here once they are available.
**For former podcast listeners, as you all know, I have decided to end my podcast show; nonetheless, please feel free to listen to these recorded articles. Take care!
2021-07-2120 minWhat's Next?!Drumming w/ Dr. Gregory WashingtonGet carried away to the beat of this rhythmic, jazz-like interaction between Drs. Washington and Pirkey as they discuss the benefits and sociocultural history of drumming. Stay tuned!
Time Stamps will be released soon!
2021-01-2028 minWhat's Next?!Problem Solving PreludePlease enjoy this episode as Dr. Pirkey faces her own discomfort and humbling learning lessons regarding problem solving in the context of preparing for this episode. She, then, introduces her problem solving process through story telling to convey how she problem "solved" the ultimate problem of them all: how our experiences influence our understanding of our challenges --both individually and collectively.
**Due to unforseen circumstances, Dr. Pirkey must postpone her upcoming episodes until mid-January. She appreciates your empathy and patience! :) Big changes are at play! WOOHOO!
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2020-10-1429 minWhat's Next?!Series 2: The Game of Problem-SolvingWelcome to Series 2 of What's Next! I hope you enjoy this fun, game-oriented, introductory episode on problem solving. :)
00.00.11: Series Introduction
00.00.45: The Blueprint for Problem Solving
00.03.45: Context: Structure and Foundation
00.05.04: The Pinball Game of Problem Solving
00.06.30: How to Prepare for this Series
2020-10-0711 minWhat's Next?!Recovery Unplugged with Karen Morgan“Music with all its subtlety has immense power to unite people, spread love, and bring peace [to] the world!” – Sanchita Pandey
“Music is one of the longest standing, self-prescribed therapy in history.” – Erin Seibert, Music therapist
Be sure to tune in to learn all about how the program "Recovery Unplugged", founded by Aerosmith's Richie Supa (song writer & guitarist), supports and empowers people to rise above their addiction and mental health challenges. Special thanks to Karen Morgan, Addiction Counselor and Recovery Unplugged Outreach Manager, as she guides us through this insightful episode.
00.01.11: Recovery Unplugged: Music as a Ca...
2020-10-0246 min
What's Next?!Mantras w/ Ravi SinghIn the mood for an uplifting, scientifically-infused perspective of mantras that includes opportunities to learn and practice for yourself? Please enjoy this week's episode on Mantras with Kundalini practitioner and teacher, Ravi Singh. Also, be sure to tune in after the interview as an incredibly important announcement is made... ;) Enjoy!
01:14: Mantras: Background & History
05:11: Looking Within: Sweetness of Self
06:55: Most Common Mantras
08:31: Practicing Silent Mantras
11:01: Mantras vs. Religion
13:24: Practicing Spoken Mantras
17:01: Mantras for Enhancing Spiritual/Personal Development
19:28: Mantras & God: The (T...
2020-09-2750 minWhat's Next?!Emotionally Focused Therapy w/ Debbie Pridemore, LPC, LMFTYou won't want to miss this episode on Emotionally Focused Therapy with Debbie Pridemore, LPC, LMFT (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist; EFT Certified & Supervisor)! Given the current sociopolitical tensions, this episode could not be more appropriately timed. Please listen and employ these strategies for yourself so that we, together, may be part of the solution to healing and working through these complex emotions produced by a trauma-filled world.
On a lighter note, I'm finally announcing the purpose of the upcoming Series. :) I also believe it is well-timed and hope you agree! Please enjoy!
T...
2020-09-231h 05What's Next?!Acupuncture Follow-upAs promised, this brief episode provides alternative approaches to acupuncture and other tools that may not be financially feasible [or undesirable due to a variety of reasons, such as fear of needles]; also, I make a call to healing/health practitioners who are willing to provide pro-bono/discounted services to those in need (both financially and of the service itself). I, then, wrap up the episode by explaining some of the specialized language used in the episode with Dr. Helen Ly on acupuncture. Please enjoy the lively, matcha-tea-caffeinated episode! :)
2020-09-1521 minWhat's Next?!CBT-I with Dr. Judiann JonesSleeping is easily one of life's greatest pleasures --but being tired is definitely NOT! Tune in with myself and Dr. Judiann Jones (Clinical Psychologist) with Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare to learn how to improve your sleep habits, know when you need a sleep study, and so much more! Please enjoy. :)
I used to be able to pull all-nighters but now I can barely pull all-dayers. —@wolfyneyda
Until I started experiencing insomnia, I had no idea it was possible to be this furious with each of my pillows individually. —@morninggloria
01:07 - What is CBT...
2020-09-0940 minWhat's Next?!Chiropractic Care w/ Dr. Brandon ShapiroFeelin' kinky?! --Regarding your spine, of course! Tune in to today's episode as chiropractor, Dr. Brandon Shapiro, provides a conceptual adjustment to our perspective of chiropractic care. Enjoy! :)
00:24: Chiropractic Care: Science, Art, & Philosophy
11:54: Differing Views of Chiropractic Care
19:41: Benefits of Chiropractic Care
24:43: Health Care vs. Emergency Care
28:50: Chiropractic Neurology: Scientific & Spiritual Perspectives
39:41: Preparing for the Chiropractic Session
52:33: Memorable Stories
Dr Shapiro's email: iawakepma@protonmail.com
2020-09-021h 00What's Next?!Acupuncture w/ Dr. Helen Ly, MDWhaaaaaa--- Needles... for Health!?! Allow acupuncturist and neurologist (MD), Dr. Helen Ly, to calm your nerves as she explains how the ancient practice and painless process of acupuncture can support your mind-body health.
00:01:10: Acupuncture: Its History, Practice, & Purpose
00:03:46: Eastern & Western Perspectives
00:10:00: Mind-Body Health
00:14:39: Leaning into Resistance
00:24:59: The Art of Acupuncture
00:33:15: Acupuncture & Psychological Trauma?
00:35:41: Acupuncture & Stress
00:39:19: Preparing for the Session
Dr. Ly Natural Health:
--www.drly.net
What's Next?!:
--Email: wha...
2020-08-2552 minWhat's Next?!Qigong w/ Dr. Roger Jahnke, OMDEver wanted to learn about Chinese Medicine and other eastern practices, such as Qigong? Be sure to tune in as Chinese Medicine doctor, Roger Jahnke, and I discuss the "baskets of Chinese Medicine", the history of Qigong, relevant ancient texts, how to prepare for and what to expect during a session, as well as other resources, too!
00:01:08: About the Interviewee/ Dr. Jahnke
00:02:27: The Ancient Text
00:03:18: Chinese Medicine
00:11:44: The Discovery, Neurophysiology, and "baskets" of Qigong
00:32:40: Preparing for/ Expectations of a Qigong session
00:40:58: Resources to learn...
2020-08-2056 minWhat's Next?!Reiki w/ Tracy Shoman & Jennifer HutchinsHave you ever heard of the word, Reiki, and thought, "What the heck is that?!" Well fortunately, we were able to secure an interview with two Reiki master practitioners, Tracy Shoman and Jennifer Hutchins, who were willing to share their wisdom to enlighten us with a balanced perspective (i.e., both scientific and spiritual) of just what exactly Reiki is. This episode provides a solid explanation of what "Reiki" is, how it works to produce research-based benefits, how to prepare for the session, and so much more! See below for more details.
00:00:45: Reiki Defined a...
2020-08-1147 minWhat's Next?!Massage w/ Corey Le VellsAfter a short hiatus, Dr. Pirkey is back and ready to share more mind-body-spirit tools with you! Please join her and her friend and masseuse, Corey with Massage Envy, LLC, as we discuss the benefits of massage, how to prepare yourself to reap the full spectrum of benefits, how to support your daily functioning through massage and consciousness functional fitness/work out routines, and SO much more.
Time Stamps:
00:04:33: Researched-Based Benefits of Massages
00:06:15: The Importance of Breathing Through Your Massage
00:11:31: Choosing an Aroma for Your Massage
00:14:54: Ge...
2020-08-0455 minWhat's Next?!Essential Oils w/ Stephanie HomEver been curious about essential oils --How they "work"? How to use them? How to discern the best quality? How to maximize the benefits? Join Stephanie, an essential oil educator, and myself as we discuss all things essential oils. :) Please enjoy!
--Link for Essential Oils: hello-essentials.com/shom-2
--Email to be part of What's Next or receive outline: whatsnextofficial2020@gmail.com
--IG: @the_PhD_Yogini
--FB: Facebook.com/WNPodcast
*This podcast is open to ALL essential oil brands; you must decide which its best suited to...
2020-07-071h 00What's Next?!Meaning-Making in the Spiritual Realm w/ Dr. Luis BotellaHow do the age-old questions of "What is my life purpose?" and " Who am I?" support our mind-body-spirit health and problem solving abilities? How can we apply this knowledge into our daily lives to actually transform ourselves and our world --for the betterment of all? To discover for yourself, Drs. Botella and Pirkey invite you to tune into this episode of "What's Next?!". Please enjoy!
Potential links of interest:
portlandinstitute.org
thevenusproject.com
Time Stamps:
00:02:50 Meaning Making & Its Relationship to Spirituality
00:09:55 Finding Meaning Through...
2020-06-3053 minWhat's Next?!Understanding ourselves and our world through grief w/ Dr. Robert NeimeyerNavigating through times of grief, loss, and uncertainty can be incredibly overwhelming. How can we support ourselves and others through this process? Why does loss feel so difficult, so painful to process? How can we re-access meaning in our lives after we experience a loss --whether it be a loved one, a career, or an aspect of ourselves? Please join myself and Dr. Robert Neimeyer, international grief researcher and psychologist, as we discuss this process of reconstructing meaning in our lives after experiencing a loss. Please enjoy!
To learn more about our guest, his/his colleagues' services...
2020-06-2357 minWhat's Next?!How "Dream Analysis" can Support Us in Overcoming Present Global Challenges --w/ Dr. Michael ConfortiAre you ready to dive into the depths of your mind to re-discover the truth of who you are --your true potential? Please join Drs. Conforti and Pirkey as they engage in a fascinating dialog regarding the dream analysis process, how to remain objective during the dream analysis process to yield trustworthy results, and importantly, how the dream analysis process supports our ability to heal the hurts of our global community by first starting with our own individual, self-analysis process. Please enjoy! :)
00.02.06: Background information on Dr. Michael Conforti
00.03.33: Explanation of Dream Analysis
00.06.17: Discussion on...
2020-06-171h 03What's Next?!Guided "3-part breath" meditationThis episode provides a guided opportunity to experience a "3-part breath" meditation; this meditation includes both internal (e.g., body and breath) and external scans (sounds) and also utilizes principles from the scientifically-validated meditation style known as Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). Feel free to use this while seated on a chair, the ground, a cushion, folded blanket, or pillow. And please employ this breath as often as you like (with eyes open, you could use this breath while walking, driving, listening to others, etc.). Please enjoy!
**By listening to this recording, you agree t...
2020-06-1513 minWhat's Next?!Art Therapy w/ Sharon Strouse, MA, ATR-BC, LCPATAre you ready to open your creative capacity for healing grief and trauma? Join Sharon and myself as we not only share our personal testimonies regarding the benefits of art therapy but also our understandings of how art therapy supports the healing process, as well as instructions for how to engage in the process; we also provides a list of resources to be led through the process by a trained professional (see below).
Time Stamps:
00:01:30- Sharon Strouse Personal Experience w/Art Therapy
00:06:02- The Process of Creating Through Trauma
00:11:01...
2020-06-0941 minWhat's Next?!Helpful Tips for Enhancing Meditative PracticePlease enjoy this fun, creative episode wherein I use songs and TV shows to help me explain the process of meditation. I'll also include specific tips and learning lessons to support your meditative practice to help you reap the most benefits. I hope you love it!
2020-06-0442 minWhat's Next?!How Acceptance Can Heal And Unite the World: A Scientific and Spiritual PerspectiveA unique perspective is provided that aims to heal and unite the world. It was originally recorded before recent historical, sociopolitical events, yet does briefly comment on them and provides real opportunities for collaboration so that we can unite and effect positive change. Please, join the movement!
Time Stamps:
00:00:36- Accepting Ourselves & Others in This Game Called Life
00:02:25- Acceptance of Our Internal and External Realities
00:05:50- Observing our World
00:09:46- Accepting the Light and Dark Aspects of Ourselves
00:12:45- Learning to Experience and Accept Others
...
2020-06-0225 minWhat's Next?!"Tapping" w/ Brad YatesWith the help of Master Teacher, Brad Yates, this episode "taps" (ba dum chh) into this mind-body-spirit tool called "Tapping" or "Emotional Freedom Technique" (EFT). We share its benefits, how-to instructions, and additional resources, as well as some light-hearted humor for your enjoyment. We hope you love it! :)
https://www.youtube.com/user/eftwizard
Time Stamps:
00:01:10- Defining Emotional Freedom Techniques EFT
00:06:10- Tapping & Our Automatic Responses
00:12:56- Best Way to Engage EFT (Tapping)
00:20:17- Using Tapping to Facilitate Togetherness
00:28:03- Strategies to Start Tapping & I...
2020-06-0255 minWhat's Next?!EMDR w/ Dr. Susan ElswickJoin this interesting exchange between myself and Dr. Susan Elswick as we discuss Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR). EMDR is an incredibly effective tool for your toolbox for treating and healing both clinical and non-clinical conditions. Please enjoy!
Time Stamps:
00:03:33- Credentials and Introduction of Dr. Susan Elswick
00:06:14- Defining EMDR and its Background
00:08:29- Bilateral Stimulation and the Brain
00:12:03- Researched-based Evidence of EMDR
00:17:24- How EMDR Supports Problem Solving Abilities
00:28:25- Container Exercise for Stress Management
00:36:38- Resources...
2020-05-2644 minWhat's Next?!Why SELF-care is the key to relationshipsAre you ready to upgrade your relationships to the next level? Well, what if I told you the real work in relationships begins with yourself? In this episode, I share stories and a line of questioning to support your efforts in reflecting and learning how to better navigate your relationships. Please enjoy!
Time Stamps:
00:01:01- Intimacy versus Intensity
00:10:00- Self-Care Practices and Setting Boundaries
00:14:38- Allowing Yourself to Receive Support
00:18:30- Evolving Your Self-Care Strategies
00:27:24- Why it is Important to Practice Self-Care
00:32:10- Questions to...
2020-05-2336 minWhat's Next?!Cognitive Behavioral Therapy w/ Dr. Mollie CarterDrs. Carter and Pirkey discuss Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a tool for your mind-body tool belt; specifically, they discuss its history, and then, dive deeply into exploring the various cognitive distortions that influence our interpretation of reality. The goal is to encourage listeners to examine and challenge their own cognitive distortions to begin the healing process.
Time Stamps:
00:00:33- History and Background on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
00:02:52- Types of Cognitive Distortions and Their Influences
00:21:44- Being Aware of Labeling & Strategies for Conscious Awareness
00:27:14- Navigating...
2020-05-1949 minWhat's Next?!Meditation w/ Dr. Sean HoldenJoin Drs. Sean Holden and Paige Pirkey as they share their understandings of the varying styles of meditation, as well as their offerings of tips and strategies to help you engage in the practice of meditation and mindfulness to reap the most benefits. Please enjoy!
Meditation:
00:00:30 Background on Meditation and Mindfulness
00:07:55 The Different Schools of Thought on Meditation
00:13:40 Researched-Based Benefits and Outcomes of Meditation
00:25:34 How to Get Started with Meditation
00:27:50 Transcendental Meditation v. Mindful Meditation
00:33:00 Using Mindful Meditation to Redirect Distracting Thoughts...
2020-05-121h 08What's Next?!Self-ExperimentationJoin me in this laid-back episode as I share some personal learning lessons that I've experienced along my journey while engaging with these tools. My hope and intention is to support you in discovering how to go about self-experimenting with the variety of tools and discerning which tools are best for you. Please enjoy! :)
Time Stamps:
00:01:44 What is Self-Experimentation
00:02:00 3 Types of Knowledge about You
00:14:42 Being Open to Self-Experimentation
00:19:19 The Best Method to Discover how Tools Affect You
00:24:27 Remember to Allow Yourself Grace
00:28:11...
2020-05-0849 minWhat's Next?!Yoga Nidra w/ Jennifer Reis, E-RYT, YACEP, C-IAYTJoin me as I partake in an engaging dialog with Jennifer Reis, E-RYT (500 hr.), YACEP, C-IAYT regarding the research-based, mind-body benefits of yoga nidra, as well as its ability to support our problem-solving skills to more effectively navigate through and adapt to these uncertain times in history.
Disclaimer: This podcast does not subscribe to one specific ideology or school of thought. The purpose is to support your engagement with tools to support your health and skill development --not to tell you what to think, but instead, encourage you in developing your own way of thinking using evidence-based t...
2020-05-0553 minWhat's Next?!Yoga for Spiritual DevelopmentJoin Dr. Pirkey as she shares not only her understanding of how yoga can be used as a tool for spiritual development, but also the lessons she learned while using the tool for spiritual development, which includes a few experiential opportunities to engage with the tool of yoga!
Time Stamp
00:03:20 The Idea of Consciousness
00:06:24 mind-body-soul-Spirit-context (m-b-s-S-c)
00:07:25 The Swinging Pendulum of the Consciousness
00:16:16 Seasons for Using Different Tools
00:23:27 Integration of 2 Self-States
00:39:58 Developing Awareness
00:42:50 Strategies to Engage in Yoga
2020-05-0157 minWhat's Next?!Yoga w/ Dr. Tegan Reeves, RYTJoin the conversation with Drs. Paige & Tegan as we explore and discuss how yoga supports mind-body health via scientific understandings, while also expressing its real-world application and utility. Special announcement: The format of this podcast will officially change as of today (4/28/20) wherein Tuesday episodes will explore these mind-body tools using a scientific framework whereas Thursday episodes will be added and will discuss how these mind-body-spirit tools may support spiritual development via an infusion of scientific, though theoretical understandings and personal reflections.
Time Stamps:
00:00:10 Dr. Reeves Credentials and Background
00:02:47 “Don’t Mind...
2020-04-291h 02What's Next?!CBD Oil w/ Kalina Raboin, RN, BC-HHP & Katie AbartJoin me as I interview CBD business owner, Katie Abart, and PhD Candidate and Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, Kalina Raboin, RN, as we share and discuss educational info regarding the background of CBD Oil, tips to be mindful of when searching for CBD Oil, its benefits (research based and personal testimonies), and so much more!
Time Stamps
00:02:00 Defining CBD Oil
00:03:40 Distinction Between CBD Oil and Marijuana
00:05:09 Determining Quality of Product
00:13:50 CBD & Carrier Oils
00:15:33 Full Spectrum Hemp/CBD Oil
00:17:10 Researched Based Benefits of C...
2020-04-2146 minWhat's Next?!Using Tools for Spiritual DevelopmentA *theoretical framework* is provided based upon Dr. Pirkey's own spiritual experiences, as well as scientific understandings of our reality, for how the tools discussed in this podcast may support spiritual development and thus, our "connection" to God (spiritual) or "higher self" (psychological). Please take note that the episode provides the host's conceptualization of God and is therefore a theoretical perspective, since we can prove neither the existence/her conceptualization of God, nor the connections of these tools to a higher entity, source, or God --though self-reports of enhanced spirituality have been found in the scientific literature. This episode...
2020-04-2051 minWhat's Next?!Acceptance & Commitment Therapy w/ Dr. Mollie CarterIn today's episode, we discuss Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), specifically how to engage with this tool for psychological/spiritual development.
00.00.40: The Influence of Philosophy
00.02.47: Different Tools of Philosophy
00.04.14: Defining Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
00.05.00: Relational Frame Theory and ACT
00.08.03: Researched-Based Benefits and Value of Therapy
00.12.40: Six Core Processes of ACT
00.14.05: Explanation of Theory of Mind
00.22.30: Committed Action Process
00.23.30: Defining Your Own Values
00.29.55: Using ACT for Problem Solving
00.34.30: Resistance to ACT and how to Respond
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2020-04-131h 01What's Next?!Tools for Your Life Curriculum (Series 1): Reflective JournalingWe kick off Series 1 by discussing a highly undervalued tool, reflective journaling, wherein we discuss topics boundaries, values, beliefs, and much more!
2020-04-0844 min
What's Next?!PrologueIn this episode, Dr. Pirkey briefly explains 3 main topics: (1) Why Embodied Self-Regulation is the chosen skill/benefit for WN rather than positivity, success, productivity, grit, resilience, etc.; (2) the difference between mind-, body-, and mind-body tools, and; (3) the birth of this podcast. *Given one sensitive topic discussed in this episode, viewer discretion is advised.*
2020-04-0152 min
What's Next?!Introductory EpisodeWhat’s Next?! serves to equip listeners with tools that support mind-body[-spirit] health & skill development to produce a collaborative team of problem solvers aimed at co-creating innovative solutions for the most critical challenges facing society. This episode serves as an introduction to the upcoming series.
2020-04-011h 13