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Has your mental health ever been impacted by the things you see on the news? You’re not alone.

In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we sat down with Julie Rose, who struggled with this to the point that she started avoiding it completely. Today, she shares the story of how she learned to manage her anxiety and start sharing the news in her own way that leaves people feeling informed and empowered rather than anxious and scared.

Hearing the news doesn’t have to fill you with dread and anxiety. Join us as Julie shares how there really is a better way to be informed about the world without sacrificing your mental health.

Julie Rose has been a radio journalist for 20 years, reporting for NPR local stations and network shows like Morning Edition and All Things Considered. In 2015, she began hosting a nationally syndicated live interview show on Sirius XM 143 called Top of Mind.

But, after several years on the air every day, she began fighting the urge to avoid the news completely, because of how anxious and angry it made her feel. She knew she couldn’t be alone in that. So, in 2022, a new format for Top of Mind became the answer.

Now a weekly podcast, the show tackles tough topics in a way that’s honest and probing, but also leaves people feeling empathetic and empowered. Julie has since become an advocate for bridging divides in public discourse, something needed more now than ever before because news avoidance and polarized information sources are a serious problem. She feels strongly that we can’t just avoid the news and expect to build the communities we want to live in.

Julie has received a Gracie Award and multiple Edward R. Murrow Awards for her work in her field.

In today’s episode, we cover:

• The impact the news can have on your mental health
• The power of simply acknowledging what you’re feeling
• How Julie came to create her podcast
• Balancing solution-oriented, unbiased views on the news
• The importance of curiosity and creative thinking in conversations
• What to do instead of skimming the news headlines

We hope you enjoyed this conversation with Julie! If you would like to hear the news from her, make sure to visit her website and follow her on Instagram.

Thanks again for tuning in. We are so grateful to each and every one of you. Please remember to leave a rating and review of our show. It helps us grow and reach those who need it. Also, make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode!

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“I realized that if I acknowledged the anxiety and the negative stuff that I was feeling, it would actually pass.” -Julie

“I seek out stuff that challenges me and pushes me toward a chasm of understanding of ‘I think this, they think that, so th

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What does grief mean to you?

In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we sat down with Audrey White, a grief coach, to explore what it truly means to grieve. Having experienced significant loss herself, Audrey has navigated the path to acceptance and found meaning in her losses. In this episode, she shares her story and discusses how she now helps others with their grief.

Join us as we discuss the stigma surrounding it, how to help someone you love through it or work through it yourself, and the power of vulnerability and community especially while grieving.

Audrey White is the co-author of Grief Coaching: Paving a Path from Pain to Peace and CEO of the Grief Coach Academy, the #1 coach training program dedicated to training coaches on how to help people through grief.

Her passion for healing is borne from her own journey through grief and loss. In 2020, Audrey lost eight family members, including her mother. In 2022, her brother was tragically killed by his wife, who subsequently took her own life. With her expertise in dealing with life’s setbacks, grief, and stress, Audrey has helped countless individuals find hope and healing during times of trauma and loss.

Her journey is one of heartbreak, surrender, and perseverance to find the joy of living again.

In today’s episode, we cover:

• How death is just like birth
• What it means to grieve and why society doesn’t want to talk about it
• The power of making meaning of loss
• Why vulnerability is a superpower that connects us
• The importance of community and intention while grieving
• Why we have to give ourselves time to feel and work through grief
• What the Peace Method is and how it can be used to work through grief

We hope you enjoyed this conversation with Audrey! If you would like to learn more from her, make sure to visit her website, follow her on Instagram, and follow her on LinkedIn.

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Quotes:

“Death is birth. It is just like birth. And we know how to do birth. We hold vigil. We go through the pains. And then we release.” -Audrey

“​​I'm not sure how much achievement there would be in the world if we didn't think we had to do things and earn things.” -Marc

“This is why we do this show together. It's about showing our audience that as individuals and especially as men, we can share our feelings and open

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In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we sat down with Phyllis Leavitt to discuss her story and the crucial need for collective mental health. Phyllis shares the importance of understanding the psychological underpinnings of societal issues, breaking cycles of abuse, and the importance of fostering individual and national healing.

Phyllis Leavitt graduated from Antioch University with a Master’s in Psychology and Counseling in 1989. Phyllis co-directed a family-based sexual abuse treatment program called Parents United in Santa Fe, New Mexico, until 1991 and then went into private practice full-time for the next 30-plus years.

She has worked extensively with abuse and dysfunctional family dynamics, their aftermath, and some of the most important elements for healing.

Our focus today is on her latest book, American Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis, which delves into what perpetuates abuse at every level, the probable outcomes for individuals and the nation if cycles of violence and abuse continue unchecked, and, crucially, how to elevate the principles of individual and family healing to national awareness and implement them for the greater American family.

She has also published two other books, A Light in the Darkness and Into the Fire, which chronicle her personal healing journey.

In today’s episode, we cover:

• How our family conditioning impact our thoughts, behaviors, and feelings
• The global and historical context of collective trauma
• How post-traumatic stress manifests in different people
• What we personally find acceptable vs. what we allow on a larger scale
• The power of bringing the lens of psychology to our human experiences
• How the collective is living in constant fight or flight mode
• The potential impact of collective healing
• The stigma around therapy and mental illnesses
• Why we have to start taking responsibility for ourselves

We hope you enjoyed this conversation with Phyllis! If you would like to learn more from her, make sure to visit her website and follow her on LinkedIn.

Thanks again for tuning in. We are so grateful to each and every one of you. Please remember to leave a rating and review of our show. It helps us grow and reach those who need it. Also, make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode!

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Quotes:

“We need each other. If your heart is hurting, can you let yourself need someone who might help you heal your heart?” -Phyllis

“Every single thing we do that's loving and kind and generous and cooperative, and any effort we make to resolve conflict peacefully and without violence is a contribution to the entire population of this world.” -Phyllis

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