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Un/Do Mindset

This podcast is about diving deep into practical tips and strategies for shifting mindsets, fostering positive thinking, and unlocking one's true potential. Each episode brings actionable insights, real-life stories, and expert interviews to guide you to a resilient and empowered mindset.

  1. Your Hardworking Personality Might Be a Trauma Response | Laurel Roberts-Meese

    1天前

    Your Hardworking Personality Might Be a Trauma Response | Laurel Roberts-Meese

    NEW EPISODES EVERY OTHER MONDAY Connect with Un/Do and support its mission by visiting https://linktr.ee/undomindset. On social media, use #UndoUnplugged or DM us @undounpluggedpod on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information on Daren Norris and Flying Pig Psychotherapy, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠flyingpigpsychotherapy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. --------------------------------------------------------------------- In this essential episode, Erin and Daren sit down with Laurel Roberts-Meese, a burnout specialist who helps high achievers recognize when their drive to succeed is actually a survival response. What We Uncovered: 🚨 The three degrees of burnout: Mild (cynicism, aches), moderate (health impacts), severe (crisis requiring 3-12 months off) 💡 Why vacations don't work: Burnout is a nervous system injury requiring intentional healing, not a two-week escape where you return more exhausted 🔥 The four-layer prevention framework: Physical health (rule out medical causes), behavioral (sleep, nutrition, movement), social (deep relationships predict health outcomes), and values alignment😢 Exercise that actually helps: Strength-building for anxiety (regulates down), cardio for depression (activates up), not all movement works the same Actionable Strategies: ✅ For High Achievers Who Can't Stop: How to recognize when productivity is masking trauma and worth-wound patterns. ✅ For Burned Out Professionals: Why "falling behind" fears are rooted in childhood messages about earning your space and how to reframe them. ✅ For Anyone Exhausted: The difference between managing symptoms and actually healing your nervous system (spoiler: it takes months, not days). Connect with Laurel: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Laurel Therapy Collective Social Media: @laureltherapycollective - Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTube.

    31 分钟
  2. Better Than Yesterday: How I Rewired My Brain After a Coma | Dan MacQueen

    11月17日

    Better Than Yesterday: How I Rewired My Brain After a Coma | Dan MacQueen

    NEW EPISODES EVERY OTHER MONDAY Connect with Un/Do and support its mission by visiting https://linktr.ee/undomindset. On social media, use #UndoUnplugged or DM us @undounpluggedpod on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information on Daren Norris and Flying Pig Psychotherapy, visit⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠flyingpigpsychotherapy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. --------------------------------------------------------------------- In this extraordinary episode, Erin and Daren sit down withDan MacQueen, a resilience coach who survived a brain hemorrhage in 2014, woke from a coma unable to walk, talk, or smile, and spent the next 10 years rebuilding his life one 1% improvement at a time. What We Uncovered: 🚨 The decision that saved him: How avoiding the "pity spiral" from day one became his north star 💡 Aim small, miss small: Why 35 minutes to get in a wheelchair (down from 45) was a massive win and how stacking tiny victories builds unstoppable momentum 🔥 Neuroplasticity in action: How to literally rewire your brain, starting with 2 minutes of daily meditation😢 Radical acceptance (even when it slaps): Why acceptance isn't giving up, it's taking control by adapting to the new terms Actionable Strategies: ✅ For Anyone Facing Setbacks: Start with 1% better than yesterday. Don't aim for moonshot goals; ratchet up gradually through small, achievable targets. ✅ For Building New Habits: Start meditation at 2 minutes daily for one week, then 4 minutes the next, scaling up slowly to avoid overwhelm. ✅ For Processing Anger/Grief: Acceptance doesn't mean you like what happened. It means you stop fighting reality so you can move forward. Chapters 00:00 Choosing Resilience Over Pity 02:55 The Journey of Recovery and Resilience 05:49 Aiming Small: The Path to Progress 08:56 The Importance of Small Wins 11:58 Building Resilience Through Consistency 15:10 The Process Over the Product 17:52 Mindset Shifts and Neuroplasticity 20:55 Radical Acceptance and Emotional Growth 23:47 Self-Advocacy and Boundaries 26:58 The Power of Perspective 30:10 Humanity First: A New Approach to Care 33:00 Connecting with Dan MacQueen Connect with Dan: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dan MacQueen⁠ Social Media: @MacQueenDan - ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠X

    39 分钟
  3. From Chef to Wine Tour Guide: Reinventing Your Career After Physical Injury | Nick Elliot

    11月3日

    From Chef to Wine Tour Guide: Reinventing Your Career After Physical Injury | Nick Elliot

    NEW EPISODES EVERY OTHER MONDAY Connect with Un/Do Mindset and support its mission by visiting https://linktr.ee/undomindset. On social media, use #UndoUnplugged or DM us @undounpluggedpod on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information on Daren Norris and Flying Pig Psychotherapy, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠flyingpigpsychotherapy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. --------------------------------------------------------------------- In this transformative episode, Erin and Daren sit down with Nick Elliott (The Wine Guy), a sommelier and chef who survived a horrific motorcycle accident on Father's Day 2022. What We Uncovered: 🚨 Why helmets save lives (literally): Nick's helmet saved him twice, and he shares why he made it a non-negotiable rule 💡 The grief of losing your identity: When you can't ride anymore, work in kitchens anymore, or be the person you thought you'd always be 🔥 How to pivot without starting over: Nick went from chef/sommelier to international wine tour guide by pulling from his "grab bag of experience"😢 Baby steps to reinvention: Business plans, asking for help, and why adaptability matters more than having all the answers Actionable Strategies: ✅ For Accident Survivors: How mindset works before trauma can change your entire recovery trajectory. ✅ For Career Changers: It's never too late to pivot, whether you're 25 or 75, and you don't have to throw away what you've already built. ✅ For Anyone Facing a "Now What?" Moment: Stop listening to external noise. The only thing that matters is what's in your heart and head. Connect with Nick: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Wine Guy Instagram: @the.real.wine.guy Podcast: Pour & Explore: A Wine, Food & Travel Podcast If you’ve tried any of the strategies discussed or have your own tips, share them with us on social media using #UndoUnplugged.

    47 分钟
  4. Your Excuses Are Bullsh*t: A Therapist's Guide to Taking Action Without All the Answers | Zulma Wiliams

    10月20日

    Your Excuses Are Bullsh*t: A Therapist's Guide to Taking Action Without All the Answers | Zulma Wiliams

    New episodes are released bi-weekly every other Monday. To connect with Un/Do and support its mission, visit https://linktr.ee/undomindset. On social media, use #UndoUnplugged or DM us @undomindset on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information on Daren Norris and Flying Pig Psychotherapy, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠flyingpigpsychotherapy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. --------------------------------------------------------------------- In this no-holds-barred episode, Erin and Daren sit down with Zulma Williams (The Swearing Therapist) a social worker who immigrated from Argentina at 31, started her bachelor's at 42, earned her master's at 50, and survived breast cancer in between. What We Uncovered: - Growing up where "the car was only for emergencies" creates survival skills no classroom can replicate - How dropping F-bombs breaks down walls faster than clinical language ever could - The one question that instantly reveals whether someone's behavior is about you or about them Actionable Strategies: ✅ For Anyone Feeling Stuck: You don't need all the answers to take action. Just keep putting one foot in front of the other you've survived 100% of your challenges so far. ✅ For Therapy Seekers: Interview your therapist. If you don't trust them or feel safe, find someone else. Therapy only works when you have psychological safety and authenticity. ✅ For Anyone Personalizing Others' Behavior: Remove yourself from the situation and put someone else in. If the situation stays the same, it's not personal it's about them. Connect with Zulma: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dragon Fly Therapy⁠ Instagram: @theswearingtherapist Podcast: ⁠Keeping It Real with Zulma If you’ve tried any of the strategies discussed or have your own tips, share them with us on social media using #UndoUnplugged.

    45 分钟
  5. How to Support Someone Grieving Without Saying the Wrong Thing | Lisa Sugarman

    10月6日

    How to Support Someone Grieving Without Saying the Wrong Thing | Lisa Sugarman

    New episodes are released bi-weekly every other Monday. To connect with UnDo and support its mission, visit https://linktr.ee/undomindset. On social media, use #UndoUnplugged or DM us @undomindset on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information on Daren Norris and Flying Pig Psychotherapy, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠flyingpigpsychotherapy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. --------------------------------------------------------------------- In this raw and unflinching episode, Erin and Daren sit down with Lisa Sugarman (crisis counselor, author, and three-time suicide loss survivor) to dismantle everything society gets wrong about grief. From re-grieving the same parent twice to the loneliness of being the only fatherless kid in fifth grade, they expose why "finding meaning" in loss is often just avoidance with equal parts vulnerability, clinical expertise, and permission to stop pretending you're okay. What We Uncovered: - How Lisa lost her father at 10 to what she thought was a heart attack, then discovered 35 years later he died by suicide - Why did no one ask 10-year-old Lisa how she was doing after her father died - Lisa dismantles the cultural obsession with finding meaning in loss, arguing that sometimes grief is just grief, hard, ugly, and necessary - What to actually say (and not say) when someone you love is grieving Actionable Strategies: ✅ For Anyone Grieving: Give yourself permission to grieve without a timeline, without meaning, without a silver lining. Grief is love, and it doesn't end. ✅ For People Supporting Someone in Grief: Just show up. Say "I don't know what to say" instead of rushing to fix or find meaning. Ask "What can I do for you right now?" ✅ For Everyone: Mention their person's name. Share a memory. Bringing someone back to life for even a conversation is one of the most powerful gifts you can give a griever. Chapters 00:00 The Power of Sharing Stories 03:10 Breaking Down Stigma in Mental Health 06:00 Personal Journeys of Grief and Healing 08:51 Creating Safe Spaces for Conversations 11:59 The Help Hub: A Resource for Healing 15:05 The Healing Potential of Vulnerability 17:59 Navigating Grief and Its Layers 23:59 Navigating Grief and Loss 27:17 The Complexity of Grief 30:32 The Challenge of Finding Meaning 35:34 Supporting Those in Grief 38:23 Addressing Suicidal Thoughts 42:55 Breaking the Isolation of Mental Health 45:12 Resources and Community Support Connect with Lisa: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Help Hub Podcast: The Survivors Podcast If you’ve tried any of the strategies discussed or have your own tips, share them with us on social media using #UndoUnplugged.

    49 分钟
  6. Self-Sabotage: Your Brain's Twisted Way of Keeping You Safe | Julian Bermudez

    9月22日

    Self-Sabotage: Your Brain's Twisted Way of Keeping You Safe | Julian Bermudez

    To connect with UnDo and support its mission, visit https://linktr.ee/undomindset. On social media, use #UndoUnplugged or DM us @undomindset on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information on Daren Norris and Flying Pig Psychotherapy, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠flyingpigpsychotherapy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. --------------------------------------------------------------------- In this vulnerable episode, Erin and Daren confront their own wounds with Julian Bermudez (therapist and psychedelic integration guide). From explosive parenting moments to people-pleasing patterns, they dissect how childhood survival strategies become adult self-sabotage with equal parts clinical insight, personal confession, and practical solutions for breaking intergenerational cycles. What We Covered: - Choosing Curiosity Over Conflict - The Attachment vs. Authenticity Trap - Erin's "Screaming Mom" Confession - The People-Pleasing Origin Story Actionable Strategies: ✅ For Pattern Recognition: When you feel reactive, ask: "What unmet childhood need is driving this? When did I first learn this response?" ✅ For Self-Compassion: Replace self-criticism with curiosity, thank your reactive parts for trying to protect you, then comfort the underlying wound. ✅ For Parents: Your unhealed wounds will trigger with your children. Doing your own inner work isn't selfish; it's essential for breaking cycles. Chapters 00:00 The Importance of Self-Care in Parenting 03:12 Healing from Within: The Journey to Wholeness 05:54 Understanding Trauma and Its Impact on Relationships 08:53 Recognizing and Rewriting Survival Patterns 11:54 The Role of Attachment and Authenticity in Childhood 15:01 Navigating Modern Challenges: The Impact of the Internet 18:02 The Complexity of Trauma and Disconnection 22:17 The Impact of Childhood Experiences on Self-Worth 25:31 Navigating Emotional Pain and Societal Pressures 27:47 Building Healthy Relationships with Our Emotions 30:11 The Importance of Self-Care in Caregiving Roles 35:12 The Need for Self-Reflection in Caregiving Professions 39:56 Balancing Caregiving and Personal Well-Being 43:21 The Path to Healing Through Self-Discovery New episodes are released bi-weekly every other Monday. Connect with Julian: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julian Bermudez If you’ve tried any of the strategies discussed or have your own tips, share them with us on social media using #UndoUnplugged. Let’s keep the conversation going!

    47 分钟
  7. Self-Care Isn't Selfish | Jenny Lytle

    9月8日

    Self-Care Isn't Selfish | Jenny Lytle

    To connect with UnDo and support the mission, visit ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/undomindset⁠⁠⁠. On social media, use #UndoUnplugged or DM us @undomindset on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information on Daren Norris and Flying Pig Psychotherapy, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠flyingpigpsychotherapy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. --------------------------------------------------------------------- In this deeply human and practical episode, hosts Erin and Daren sit down with Jenny Lytle, a hospice nurse with over 30 years of experience. Jenny opens up about her personal journey through profound burnout and grief after the sudden loss of her mother, which led her to create "The Becoming Method." What We Covered: - Identity & Burnout - The Body Keeps the Score - Grief and Trauma - Practical, No-Cost Strategies Actionable Strategies: ✅ For Caregivers: Create a personalized "self-care menu" of small, accessible activities that genuinely fill your cup. Don't wait for burnout to strike. ✅ For Those in Grief: Grant yourself grace. Grief comes in waves and can be triggered by sensory cues like smells; this is a normal function of the brain processing trauma. ✅ For Everyone: Ask yourself daily: "What do I need most right now?" Start with just 30 seconds of slow, deep breathing to reset your nervous system. Chapters 00:00 Survival Mode: The Struggles of Caregivers 03:12 Reframing Self-Care: A Necessity for Caregivers 05:59 The Becoming Method: A Personalized Approach to Self-Care 09:01 Burnout: Recognizing the Signs and Taking Action 12:08 The Identity Crisis: Balancing Strength and Vulnerability 14:55 Practical Self-Care: Small Steps for Big Changes 17:58 The Journey of Healing: From Burnout to Self-Discovery 25:49 Navigating Grief and Loss 34:30 The Importance of Self-Care 38:08 Breathing Techniques for Stress Relief 45:11 Hope for the Future of Caregiving New episodes are released bi-weekly every other Monday. Connect with Jenny: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jenny Lytle⁠ If you’ve tried any of the strategies discussed or have your own tips, share them with us on social media using #UndoUnplugged. Let’s keep the conversation going!

    51 分钟
  8. "Trauma Isn't an Event, It's a Response" - Rethinking Foster Care & IEPs | Sharon Dunlevy

    8月25日

    "Trauma Isn't an Event, It's a Response" - Rethinking Foster Care & IEPs | Sharon Dunlevy

    To connect with UnDo and support the mission, visit ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/undomindset⁠⁠. On social media, use #UndoUnplugged or DM us @undomindset on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information on Daren Norris and Flying Pig Psychotherapy, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠flyingpigpsychotherapy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. --------------------------------------------------------------------- In this eye-opening episode, hosts Erin and Daren sit down with Sharon Dunlevy, educational advocate and foster care disruptor, to expose the systemic gaps hurting foster youth. From IEP battles for trauma diagnoses to the real cost of "stability," Sharon shares how to turn "that’s just how it is" into "here’s how we fix it." What We Covered: - "Trauma Isn’t a Diagnosis (But It Should Be)" - The Every Student Succeeds Act - "Fight, Flight, or Freeze" in the Classroom - Foster Parent Burnout Actionable Strategies: ✅ For Educators: Use "Other Health Impairment" IEP category to advocate for trauma supports (even without a "diagnosis"). ✅ For Foster Parents: Demand transportation under ESSA—schools must provide it if staying benefits the child. ✅ For Everyone: Stop asking why a child misbehaves. Ask what they need instead. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Trauma: A Response, Not an Event 02:57 The Impact of Trauma on Education 05:51 Sharon's Journey: From Special Education to Advocacy 08:03 The Role of Educational Advocates 11:47 Barriers in the Education System for Foster Youth 13:03 The Need for Trauma-Informed Education 17:10 The Spectrum of Trauma Responses 20:45 The Nuances of Trauma in Childhood 23:45 Navigating Identity and Leadership in Foster Care 24:13 Understanding Trauma Responses in Foster Youth 25:55 The Importance of Trust in Educational Settings 27:49 Identifying Behavioral Patterns in Trauma-Affected Children 30:02 Maslow's Hierarchy and Meeting Children's Needs 32:20 The Complexity of Foster Care Experiences 34:15 Mental Health Support for Foster Parents 36:00 Legal Rights of Foster Families 42:29 Addressing Mental Health in Society New episodes are released bi-weekly every other Monday. Connect with Sharon: LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sharon Dunlevy ESSA: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Every Student Succeeds Act If you’ve tried any of the strategies discussed or have your own tips, share them with us on social media using #UndoUnplugged. Let’s keep the conversation going!

    44 分钟
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This podcast is about diving deep into practical tips and strategies for shifting mindsets, fostering positive thinking, and unlocking one's true potential. Each episode brings actionable insights, real-life stories, and expert interviews to guide you to a resilient and empowered mindset.