This Way Up Andrea and Emie

This episode is a must-listen for parents of young athletes, musicians, or any child involved in competitive activities. It offers invaluable insights on making these activities enjoyable and creating a positive environment for your kids.Although Jennie Carlestav addresses performance anxiety in competitive sports, her advice and techniques are universal for managing anxiety in any high-pressure situation. She explains how events from our past, even as far back as early childhood and in utero...

Join us as we sit down with Dr. Courtney Tracy for an inspiring conversation about her journey with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and thriving in parenthood. Dr. Tracy shares her refreshing human-first philosophy, urging us to see beyond labels and roles.We dive into the world of BPD, where Dr. Tracy sheds light on the emotional rollercoaster it can entail, emphasizing the importance of a validating environment and therapeutic interventions like dialectical behavior therapy.With candi...

We are thrilled to introduce Stuart Perry, a licensed clinical social worker, child therapist and the imaginative force behind Mr. Stu TV. Stuart's passion for helping children navigate their big emotions shines through his playful and insightful approach. With a spirit that's as youthful as it is wise, Stuart, who's a big kid himself, guides parents on a delightful journey through the intricacies of raising children.Throughout the episode, Stuart shares his empowering mantra: "There are no b...

Prepare to uncover the secrets to optimizing mental health through the power of nutrition! Francesca Orlando, a science-based functional and integrative nutritionist and health coach, is here to address all your burning questions about the connection of food and mental well-being. Get ready for an enlightening discussion as Francesca dives deep into the impact of nutrition on every aspect of our bodies, with a special focus on the brain.Discover the intricate relationship between the gut micr...

Shockingly eating disorders affect over 30 million people of all ages, regardless of gender? What’s more is, they also hold the highest mortality rate among all mental health disorders. With such alarming statistics, this is an episode that demands attention from everyone.In this crucial episode, Sarah Archer from Align Eating Disorder Treatment in Escondido, California, sheds light on the challenging subject of eating disorders. She guides us in recognizing the signs, finding effective evide...

Get ready for an awesome episode where we chat with Veronica Alvarez, a true powerhouse in women's sports as the US Women’s National Baseball Team and the coordinator of player development for the Oakland A's. Oh, and did we mention she's also been a firefighter? Veronica's kick-ass career is nothing short of inspiring as she forges the way for females in some of the most male-dominated professions. In our conversation, she shares what these life experiences have taught her and how they ...