Discover how therapists can better care for themselves while supporting others with our special guest, Chris McDonald, a holistic therapist, yoga and meditation teacher, podcaster, and author.

Chris shares invaluable insights on the necessity of self-care for those who hold space for others' emotional and traumatic experiences. Learn how incorporating personal practices like yoga and mindfulness can elevate the authenticity and effectiveness of these techniques when applied in therapy sessions. Chris also delves into her mission of training therapists to integrate yoga into their professional work, emphasizing the crucial role of nervous system regulation in fostering a healthier therapeutic environment.

Chris shares the benefits of processing rather than resisting emotions, helping to ease the nervous system and reduce stress. We discuss practical techniques for inviting and allowing emotions to flow naturally and explore the integration of holistic approaches such as Qigong and art therapy.

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The Holistic Counseling Podcast
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BBR Episode #151: Busting the Myths of MIndfulness and Meditation: A talk with Addie Dihelster

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Today we're sifting through the layers layers of misunderstanding around mental health and self-care. Shifting towards an understanding that health is not a state of being, it is an action, skills to be practiced.

Health is not an identity, it is the result of consistent actions. We'll get into the challenges of stress and anxiety, learning that state regulation as a skill to be honed rather than a state of being or a way to force discomfort away.

Maintaining health in your body is oven overlooked as maintenance for your mental health as well. Understanding how you work, how your physiology works, is essential to creating and sustaining wellbeing.

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After wrestling with the cultural expectation to prioritize intellect over emotion, I've come to a profound realization about the power of embracing our feelings, especially in moments of stress and joy.

Today we navigate the complex terrain of our emotional world, where I share my journey of self-discovery and the transformative impact of acknowledging every feeling that arises. We explore the idea of "foreboding joy," a term brought to light by the insightful Brené Brown, and discuss why allowing ourselves to bask in happiness without fear is essential for our emotional well-being.

Through the lens of my own experiences in therapy and the Manage Your Stress mentorship, I'll reveal the life-changing benefits of developing an emotional vocabulary and the importance of nervous system hygiene.

It's time to challenge societal norms dictating which feelings are valid, particularly for women, and to arm ourselves with the practical tools necessary for stress management and emotional regulation.

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