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Embracing Breath Work and Alternative Healing: A Journey from Skeptic…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Mary O'Dwyer shares the transformative power of breath work in stress management. Our conversation takes a deep and personal turn with Mary O'Dwyer, who candidly recounts her evolution from a skeptic to a passionate advocate for s…
Movies that Heal: How Films Help Personal Well-being
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Ever wondered how movies can serve as a beacon of hope and a means of personal healing? Join me, Bettina Brown, as I share an enriching conversation with Phil Strangolagali, the author of "Jesus Loves Movies." Phil's heartfelt jou…
Grieving, Growing, and Gratitude with Author Annie Gudger
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Have you ever wondered how to cope and transform grief into something meaningful? Join us for an enriching conversation with the inspiring Annie Gudger, author of the powerful memoir, The Fifth Chamber. She vulnerably shares her j…
Reiki: A Holistic Approach to Pain and Anxiety Management
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In this episode of "In the Rising: A Health and Wellness Podcast," host Bettina Brown tackles the topic of health and wellness from a holistic perspective. As a physical therapist with a personal connection to cancer, Bettina dive…
Episode 147: Allison Raskin Opens Up About Dating While Navigating He…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. OVERTHINKING ABOUT YOU: Navigating Romantic Relationships When You Have Anxiety, OCD, &/or Depression By ALLISON RASKIN ALLISON RASKIN is a New York Times bestselling author. She is also the co-host of the popular podcast Just…
Episode 138: James Crews, Poet: Sharing The Path to Kindness via Writ…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. April is National Poetry Month. Why does this matter? Well, in the way that music can change a feeling in someones heart and change their mood, poetry has the same ability. Ne research shows that poetry is very powerful- not just …
Episode 133: Robyn Lucas Talks about Domestic Violence and Starting n…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Domestic Violence: It's a devastating, but common issue. In the U.S. - over 10 million adults experience domestic violence annually. 1 in 4 women and 1 and 10 men will experience it in their lifetime. On a typical day, domestic vi…
Episode 130: How Gazing at the Night Sky Brings Peace- Astronomical …
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Did you know by simply looking up at the stars, you could improve your personal growth? Astronomical Mindfulness offers fascinating insights while providing...
Protecting the Vulnerable: How Sabrina Osso is Making a Difference wi…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Domestic Violence. This is a term that pulls up images of pain, bruises, sadness. The thing is domestic violence is more than that. It can be emotional and psychological in nature, not just physical. When we feel safe at home, we …
A Voice of Courage: Rena Romano's Call to End Silence on Sexual Abuse
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In this episode of the "In the Rising" podcast, host Bettina M. Brown welcomes Rena Romano, an author, advocate, TEDx speaker, and survivor of sexual abuse. Rena shares her powerful testimony and discusses her journey to healing a…
The Power of Resilience: Ashley Michelle's Inspiring Story of Triumph
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In this episode, Ashley Michelle shares her powerful journey of triumph over trauma. Titled "Finding Strength Through Tragedy," the book focuses on the heal...
Breaking the Stigma: K C Poitras Talks About Her Experience with Ment…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. What does it mean to have crippling anxiety and panic attacks? My guest today is K.C. Poitras. She knows this struggle first hand. She would struggle to leave the house, but with the strength and courage to ask for help, slowly le…
Moving Forward After Loss: A Widow's Perspective with Shannon Dingle
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. You decide. You decide to walk forward on the dusty and dark path through tragedy. There is no guarantee for when the sunshine will penetrate your heart again. But, each step forward pulls you towards light. Shannon Dingle describ…
The Inspiring Journey of Precious Brady-Davis: From Oppression to Suc…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. I had the pleasure of speaking to Precious Brady-Davis on afternoon in July 2021. She recently published her book, I Have Always Been Me, in which she describes her childhood in great depth. She was abandoned... several times but …
Learning to Love Your Body: Practical Tips from Emily Lauren Dick- Pa…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. This is Part 2 of the interview with Emily Lauren Dick, author of Body Positive: A Guide to Loving Your Body. Join me in part two of this interview. Connect with me, and tell me how your body image affects your day-to-day life. If…
The Dark Side of Social Media and Body Image: An Expert Opinion by Em…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. : How can having a positive body image be more than just a superficial view of oneself? Well, in this interview, I had the wonderful opportunity to speak with a Emily Lauren Dick, the author of Body Positive: A Guide to Loving You…
How to Build a Self-Care Routine that Works for You During Depression
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Depression is something that affects all of us at some point or another. There are different levels and degrees of depression, but taking care of ourselves during such a time is so very important. I review some of the points of th…
(Step 5 of 7 Self-Love Mini Series) Protect yourself from unhealthy r…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. (Step 5 of 7 Self-Love Mini-Series) Protect yourself from unhealthy relationships We all instinctively know that protection involves the physical sense of not being harmed, but there is another way just as violent but leaves no ma…