Anchored in Chaos Liz Herl

In today's episode, we're peeling back the layers on a topic that hits close to home for so many of us: the intricate dance of politics, relationships, and mental health. We've all felt the sting of a polarized political climate, haven't we? It seems impossible to scroll through your feed or sit down to dinner without politics rearing its head, challenging our connections and, frankly, our sanity. But here's the heart of our talk today - it's not just about which 'side' you're on. It's about how politics shapes our relationships, from family dinners gone awry to friendships tested by differing beliefs. We also tackled the elephant in the room: how does one keep their mental health in check amidst all this? The tension between wanting to stand for what you believe and desiring connection and acceptance is real. Beyond that, we're looking at the role of higher education in political beliefs and how even humor isn't safe from the reach of politics. Ultimately, we're reminded of the power of dialogue - real, honest-to-goodness talk - to navigate the minefield of our times. It's a heavy topic today, but it's one we can't afford to shy away from. As always, we're in this together, seeking understanding and maybe, just maybe, finding some common ground along the way.

00:00 Reconnecting and Reflecting on Recent Adventures
01:18 Diving into the Complex World of Politics and Relationships
03:18 The Impact of Politics on Family, Careers, and Humor
03:45 Exploring the Role of Education and Indoctrination
05:26 Mental Health in the Age of Political and Social Division
08:30 Navigating Conversations and Opinions in a Polarized Society
13:06 The Challenge of Maintaining Individuality in Collective Settings
16:41 Understanding the Nuances of Mental Health and Social Acceptance
23:28 The Influence of Social Media on Personal Connections and Opinions
28:32 The Courage to Stand Out and Speak Up in Today's Society
31:27 Navigating Political and Personal Differences
31:52 Introducing Dr. Janine Safer's Insights
33:27 The Art of Political Discussion and Compassion
36:22 Analyzing a Heated Debate: The Monk Debates
44:47 The Importance of Research and Understanding in Conflicts
51:06 Navigating Conversations and Protecting Rights
59:26 Looking Forward to Dr. Jordan Peterson's Event

Additional Resources:
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The environment around us is a swirling vortex of chaos, but you can navigate it when you have an anchor that can keep you steady.  Each episode, Liz Herl dives into data driven strategies and real world tactics with Dr. Tim Caldwell to help you become more grounded and centered in a world that is constantly shifting and changing.  Learn to effectively navigate family strife, career challenges and handle the anxiety of the unknown that the news is constantly bombarding us with. Liz is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist and Dr. Caldwell is a retired primary care physician and personal trainer.  You can lean on their decades of experience to find stability and peace without having to control circumstances or people around you.  You can be anchored in chaos.

In this episode, we dive into the transformative world of self-healing through psychotherapy, exploring the nuanced journey individuals undertake when confronting their personal challenges and past traumas. We unravel the importance of self-compassion, professional guidance, and patience in the therapeutic process. Delving into therapeutic approaches like EMDR and cognitive-behavioral therapy, we shed light on their impact and the gradual, yet profound changes they can bring about. Our conversation also ventures into our personal growth experiences, illustrating the potency of therapy in fostering a stronger, more resilient self. This episode serves as an invitation to listeners to embark on their own journey of self-discovery and healing, emphasizing that the road to recovery, although winding, is rich with the promise of personal transformation.

01:07 Discussing the Concept of Self Healing in Psychotherapy
02:21 The Role of the Therapist
07:07 Self Healing and the Role of Shame
07:55 Importance of Therapeutic Alliance and Trust
10:40 The Mind-Body Connection in Self Healing
15:46 The Role of Trauma in Self Healing
17:01 Balance in Self Healing
21:17 Accountability in Self Healing
26:16 Overcoming Resistance in Self Healing
30:23 Trauma Informed Approaches in Self Healing
36:41 Exploring EMDR: A Somatic Approach to Trauma
37:22 Understanding PTSD and Its Impact
39:02 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: Restructuring Thoughts
40:32 Internal Family Systems: Embracing Our Many Parts
41:05 Overcoming Public Speaking Anxiety
42:50 The Power of Self-Awareness in Healing
45:22 The Role of Therapy in Personal Growth
46:29 The Journey of Self-Healing: A Therapist's Perspective
48:51 Incremental Change in Personal Growth
51:23 Doing It for Yourself
54:00 Perseverance in Personal Growth

Additional Resources:
Learn more about Anchored in Chaos, contact us, or join the Mind Meld at our website, www.anchoredinchaos.org.

The environment around us is a swirling vortex of chaos, but you can navigate it when you have an anchor that can keep you steady.  Each episode, Liz Herl dives into data driven strategies and real world tactics with Dr. Tim Caldwell to help you become more grounded and centered in a world that is constantly shifting and changing.  Learn to effectively navigate family strife, career challenges and handle the anxiety of the unknown that the news is constantly bombarding us with. Liz is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist and Dr. Caldwell is a retired primary care physician and personal trainer.  You can lean on their decades of experience to find stability and peace without having to control circumstances or people around you.  You can be anchored in chaos.

In part two of our deep dive into the Big Five personality model, we will focus on the dimensions of neuroticism and openness. We will unravel how these facets manifest in behaviors and thought patterns, emphasizing that these traits are not judgments, but different aspects of individuals' personalities. Delving into the subcategories of neuroticism - withdrawal and volatility - and openness - aesthetics and intellect, the discussion sheds light on a person's inclinations, strengths, weaknesses, and reactions. The impact of gender and political orientation on these personality elements is also pondered upon. Furthermore, we will spend some time in reflective dialogue on self-understanding, emphasizing the significance of deep introspection for revealing personal truths.

00:00 Introduction and Recap of Part One
00:29 Understanding the Big Five Personality Model
00:49 Breaking Down the Aspects of Personality
01:46 Continuation of Personality Test Discussion
01:59 Deep Dive into Extraversion
03:36 Exploring the Contradictions within Personality Traits
04:14 Understanding the Role of Extroversion in Personality
05:10 The Impact of Personality Traits on Social Interactions
06:08 Exploring the Aspects of Extroversion: Enthusiasm and Assertiveness
08:23 Personality Traits and Life Choices
09:53 Understanding the Role of Assertiveness in Personality
13:13 Exploring the Impact of Personality Traits on Professional Life
15:32 Reflecting on Personal Growth and Evolution of Personality
20:39 The Role of Enthusiasm and Assertiveness in Personality
32:00 Understanding the Role of Neuroticism in Personality
35:23 Exploring Personal Experiences with Neuroticism
37:28 Analyzing the Effects of Neuroticism on Relationships
44:45 Exploring the Concept of Withdrawal
48:52 Understanding Volatility as a Personality Trait
01:01:17 Discussing Openness as a Personality Trait
01:01:47 Exploring Intellect and Aesthetics
01:07:35 Concluding Thoughts on Personality Traits

Additional Resources:
Learn more about Anchored in Chaos, contact us, or join the Mind Meld at our website, www.anchoredinchaos.org.

The environment around us is a swirling vortex of chaos, but you can navigate it when you have an anchor that can keep you steady.  Each episode, Liz Herl dives into data driven strategies and real world tactics with Dr. Tim Caldwell to help you become more grounded and centered in a world that is constantly shifting and changing.  Learn to effectively navigate family strife, career challenges and handle the anxiety of the unknown that the news is constantly bombarding us with. Liz is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist and Dr. Caldwell is a retired primary care physician and personal trainer.  You can lean on their decades of experience to find stability and peace without having to control circumstances or people around you.  You can be anchored in chaos.

In this introspective exploration, we delve into the Big Five Personality Model, with emphasis on 'Conscientiousness', 'Industriousness', and 'Orderliness'. We examine how these traits influence our daily habits, personal lives, creativity, and interact with societal roles and gender differences. By sharing personal experiences and insights and utilizing self-assessment tools, we gain a deeper understanding of our unique personality traits.  We will cover the remaining traits in the next episode!

00:36 Introduction and Overview
00:41 Diving into Personality Tests
01:16 Exploring the 'Understand Myself' Test
01:58 Discussing the Results and Implications
02:09 Understanding the Role of Personality in Life
02:47 Reflecting on the Test-Taking Experience
05:11 Unveiling the Test Results
05:27 Breaking Down the 'Big Five' Personality Traits
06:50 Delving into the Trait of Agreeableness
07:45 Exploring the Subcategories of Agreeableness
10:35 Analyzing the Impact of Agreeableness on Life Choices
29:14 Discussing the Role of Compassion in Agreeableness
36:12 Introducing the Trait of Conscientiousness
37:41 Understanding Personal Academic Performance
38:09 The Importance of Comprehension Over Grades
38:31 Constantly Working and Its Implications
38:54 The Price of Ambition and Success
39:01 Being Conscientious
40:15 Struggles of Being a Perfectionist
41:43 The Role of Feedback in Personal Growth
43:12 Personal Responsibility on Success
44:16 Consequences of Entitlement and Lack of Hard Work
46:03 Orderliness and Routine
46:26 The Struggles of Being Highly Industrious
48:41 Balance Between Orderliness and Creativity
51:00 Impact of Orderliness on Relationships

Additional Resources:
Learn more about Anchored in Chaos, contact us, or join the Mind Meld at our website, www.anchoredinchaos.org.

The environment around us is a swirling vortex of chaos, but you can navigate it when you have an anchor that can keep you steady.  Each episode, Liz Herl dives into data driven strategies and real world tactics with Dr. Tim Caldwell to help you become more grounded and centered in a world that is constantly shifting and changing.  Learn to effectively navigate family strife, career challenges and handle the anxiety of the unknown that the news is constantly bombarding us with. Liz is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist and Dr. Caldwell is a retired primary care physician and personal trainer.  You can lean on their decades of experience to find stability and peace without having to control circumstances or people around you.  You can be anchored in chaos.

This week on the Anchored in Chaos podcast we are going to discuss the deep-rooted effects of alcohol on mental and physical health. We will explore the immediate and long-term impact on the body, including liver damage, mental functioning, memory impairments, and other health risks. The conversation also delves into the biochemical impacts on the nervous system and the role of neurotransmissions in alcohol consumption. But there are also mental implications of alcohol, such as utilization to cope with unidentified or suppressed issues that we need to cover. In all of this we want to stress the importance of self-awareness and self-compassion when addressing alcohol-related concerns and behaviors.

00:51 Impact of Alcohol on Our Being
03:11 The Science Behind Alcohol's Effects
04:06 The Behavioral Changes Caused by Alcohol
06:04 Alcohol and the Nervous System
08:07 The Effect of Alcohol on the Brain
20:35 What Alcohol Does to Your Sleep Patterns
24:26 Long-Term Effects of Alcohol on the Body
29:16 Risks of Mixing Alcohol and Medication
32:19 Social Acceptance of Alcohol
39:52 Self-Reflection on Alcohol Use
40:15 The Role of Therapy in Addressing Alcohol Use
45:05 The Power of Compassion and Presence in Recovery
58:39 Professional Help in Alcohol Withdrawal
01:01:01 Community in Recovery
01:02:12 Conclusion: The Importance of Open Conversations about Alcohol

Additional Resources:
Learn more about Anchored in Chaos, contact us, or join the Mind Meld at our website, www.anchoredinchaos.org.

The environment around us is a swirling vortex of chaos, but you can navigate it when you have an anchor that can keep you steady.  Each episode, Liz Herl dives into data driven strategies and real world tactics with Dr. Tim Caldwell to help you become more grounded and centered in a world that is constantly shifting and changing.  Learn to effectively navigate family strife, career challenges and handle the anxiety of the unknown that the news is constantly bombarding us with. Liz is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist and Dr. Caldwell is a retired primary care physician and personal trainer.  You can lean on their decades of experience to find stability and peace without having to control circumstances or people around you.  You can be anchored in chaos.

If you want to have 2024 be a year of growth, it’s time to talk about self-care and wellness, specifically the management of stress and the significance of sleep hygiene. This discussion reveals insights on the harmful effects of prolonged stress and techniques to cope with it, including mindfulness, meditation, and time management. Highlighting the critical impact of adequate rest, hosts Liz and Tim discuss sleep hygiene and the symptoms of sleep deprivation. The discussion reinforces the importance of correctly rehearsing mental procedures to curb stress, and the necessity of allotting time for self-care, even in a fast-paced lifestyle, placing emphasis on the link between mental and physical health.

01:01 Understanding Self Care and Wellness
01:38 Impact of Stress on Health
03:47 Importance of Stress Management
04:42 The Concept of Self Care
04:57 The Difference Between Self Care and Selfishness
05:46 Taking Care of Yourself
09:35 The Role of Stress in Personal Growth
19:52 Self Diagnosis
21:55 Prioritizing Responsibilities
27:38 Communication in Stress Management
29:54 The Power of Optimism and Positive Mindset
30:13 Domino Effect of Negative Thinking
31:16 Breaking Free from Past Failures
31:51 The Role of Health in Success
32:26 Training Your Brain
33:34 Financial Stress
34:24 Physical Training in Overcoming Challenges
36:49 The Importance of Self-Reflection and Self-Care
38:27 Disconnecting from Devices
45:30 Sleep Hygiene
45:50 The Negative Impacts of Improper Sleep

Additional Resources:
Learn more about Anchored in Chaos, contact us, or join the Mind Meld at our website, www.anchoredinchaos.org.

The environment around us is a swirling vortex of chaos, but you can navigate it when you have an anchor that can keep you steady.  Each episode, Liz Herl dives into data driven strategies and real world tactics with Dr. Tim Caldwell to help you become more grounded and centered in a world that is constantly shifting and changing.  Learn to effectively navigate family strife, career challenges and handle the anxiety of the unknown that the news is constantly bombarding us with. Liz is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist and Dr. Caldwell is a retired primary care physician and personal trainer.  You can lean on their decades of experience to find stability and peace without having to control circumstances or people around you.  You can be anchored in chaos.