In this episode, we explore the darker side of the wellness influencer world. Today's topics include: What is an Influencer and how do they draw us in? How to spot a Good Influencer or Coach, Plus: Red Flags you might want to avoid when consuming content created by wellness influencers Common Pseudoscience / Quackery- based health claims that "coaches" and "influencers" make "Science Vs Immunity Boosting: Is It A Bust?" https://open.spotify.com/episode/1UhKdqAcdqxKT20141HmTy?si=mkyKpqMQRGmsfpNRQQAH5A
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Today we explore wellness and wellness culture: what I like, and what I dislike about wellness as a concept. Also: the dangers of pseudoscience and general quackery. This is the first installment in m ...
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In the third and final installment of The Spectrum Series, Stephen and I answer a listener question; we also discuss allyship, activism, and Socializing as an Adult with Autism. Show notes:
•Micah Pai ...
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Today Stephen and I discuss the importance of autism representation in media and the abelism and controversy surrounding Sia's new film "Music" . Show notes:
•Micah Paints: https://instagram.com/mica ...
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Today Stephen and I discuss his experiences with getting diagnosed with ASD as an adult, self discovery and mental health. Show notes:
•Micah Paints: https://instagram.com/micahpaints?igshid=vj98nkel ...
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Today we'll be talking about narcissistic abuse and forgiveness. What does a sincere Apology look like? Do we HAVE to forgive and forget to move on? How do we "forgive" when the other person won't or ...
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Today we'll be exploring Therapy: how to find a therapist, what to expect, my list of do's and don'ts, public vs private me talk healthcare and red flags to watch out for!
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Today we explore the role of routine in mental health, how to identify an ineffective routine, and where to start adding structure to your life. The Power of Routines in Your Mental Health: https://ww ...
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Today we'll be talking about: toxic shame and how it alienates and disconnects us from other people, The Power of Vulnerability, and recent realizations I've made in Therapy about my own self-isolatin ...
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Do you struggle to push outside of your comfort zone? Are you a procrastinator? Or maybe you struggle with negative feelings so you deal with them by impulsively spending money. These are all examples ...
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Can positivity really be bad for us? Can positive people impact our recovery and growth in a harmful way? In today's episode we'll be exploring the topic of toxic positivity and how it shows up in our ...
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The first of a brand new series of Episodes on Toxic Traits. Today's episode explores Emotionally Manipulative Traits as well as common tactics people use to manipulate others. We will also touch on t ...
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Today I'll be talking with my identical twin sister, Kayla, about how to find confidence in creating, and carving out your own creative space. We discuss taking the leap into an artistic career, the a ...
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Are you finding yourself becoming more and more obsessed with your job? Does spending time on leisurely hobbies like reading or playing videogames paralyze you with guilt? Do you feel guilty for calli ...
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Sometimes you just need to treat yourself! Bath Bombs, an ENTIRE DAY of video Games and Takeout. Life is hard! Can we REALLY feel BETTER by doing all of this? Is this really Self Care??? Tune in to to ...
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