Learn From People Who Lived it
Navigating painful life circumstances would be easier if they came with a how-to guide. This podcast writes the book! Our show is all about transformation. Mathew Blades, a seasoned radio and television personality, uses his exceptional interview skills to guide individuals in sharing their challenging stories. With the support of our in-house psychologist and psychiatrist, we explore the patterns and strategies that enabled these individuals to transform their lives from a difficult phase to a thriving one.
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Saturday Jun 25, 2022
Saturday Jun 25, 2022
First up - let me apologize for the audio on this recoding. My mic didn't pick me up (user error) and so the laptop audio is what we have.
In this episode, Mathew and Lori discuss the complexity of emotions, tips to help understand it's not selfish to take time for yourself, and how cognitive and semantic awareness help us experience life to the fullest. Lori also gives us her thoughts on ways to achieve that awareness and start self-love.
Lori Janik is a licensed master social worker and clinician who left a permanent mark on Mathews's family after an accident when his son was 6. She gives us insight into how she is helping people arrive at self-compassion and develop an understanding that balance is not a static place through her work at Cactus Flower Healing.
“Learning to find your own best balance and happy requires knowing yourself on the outside as well as knowing yourself on the inside.”
In this episode, you'll hear:
The meaning of being self-aware and the benefits it brings
The RAIN Practice and specific things to evaluate your current state
Ways for parents to communicate these practices to their children
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Resources:
Cactus Flower Healing
Connect with Mathew Blades:
Twitter - twitter.com/MathewBlades
Instagram - instagram.com/MathewBladesmedia/
Facebook - facebook.com/mathewbladesmedia/
Website - learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com/
Wednesday Jun 22, 2022
Wednesday Jun 22, 2022
July 22 - RESERVED FOR VETS - Anger: Causes and Strategies to Defuse
In this episode, Mathew, Dr. Dave, and Chad (aka Mental Joe) talk about what causes anger responses, how to become aware of the triggers, and practical ways to avoid and diffuse escalations. Dr. Dave tells us anger is fundamentally used to enforce boundaries, and Chad gives examples of how communicating boundary lines and managing expectations has helped his anger in civilian life.
“It's not about not getting angry. It's about how you're expressing your anger and who you're taking out in the process.”
In this episode, you'll hear:
Understanding your body and how anger impacts you physically
What is the misery index and what can it tell us
Parenting tips for anger responses
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Listen on Apple Podcasts (link: https://apple.co/3s1YH7h)
Listen on iHeart (link: https://ihr.fm/3MEY7FM)
Listen on Spotify (Link: https://spoti.fi/3yMmQCE)
Connect with the guest:
Dr. David Leicken, MD
Chad McLean
Resources:
MentalJoe.com
Connect with Mathew Blades:
Twitter - twitter.com/MathewBlades
Instagram - instagram.com/MathewBladesmedia/
Facebook - facebook.com/mathewbladesmedia/
Website - learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com/
Monday Jun 20, 2022
Monday Jun 20, 2022
LFPWLI: Francis and Dr. Camea Peca, How A Growing Space Facilitates Lasting Change
In this episode, Mathew, Francis, and Dr. Camea Peca discuss how their approach helps people uncover why they make the choices they do and in doing so, gives them the freedom to make different choices. They talk about the requirements to sustain long-lasting changes, the importance of commitment, and how to achieve longevity and happiness in your relationships.
Dr. Camea Peca has her Ph.D. in Psychology and has cherry-picked the most impactful tools and strategies to help people heal from trauma. Francis is a certified life coach and helps with the “what’s next”. Together at A Growing Space, they change lives every single day with subtle changes and big celebrations to teach you how to sustain change
“Anything you can wire in, you can wire out.”
Text the word LEARN to 623-202-4553
In this episode, you'll hear:
The details of what being in a program are like
The science behind achieving change and how your body is impacted your mind
Why having relationship-based transformation is more effective than going it alone
Follow the podcast:
Listen on Apple Podcasts (link: https://apple.co/3s1YH7h)
Listen on iHeart (link: https://ihr.fm/3MEY7FM)
Listen on Spotify (Link: https://spoti.fi/3yMmQCE)
Resources:
A Growing Space
Connect with the Guests:
Youtube
TikTok
Connect with Mathew Blades:
Twitter - twitter.com/MathewBlades
Instagram - instagram.com/MathewBladesmedia/
Facebook - facebook.com/mathewbladesmedia/
Website - learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com/
Wednesday Jun 15, 2022
Wednesday Jun 15, 2022
June 22 - RESERVED FOR VETS - Accountability Buddy
In this episode, Mathew, Dr. Dave, and Chad (aka Mental Joe) talk about how an accountability buddy is different from a sponsor or mentor, how to pick your buddy, how it may impact your relationship with them, and the different styles of accountability and communication work for different people. They discuss the kind of things we need to be held accountable for, why letting go of guilt and regret is essential for healing, and how long-term change is created by celebrating small victories, trusting the process, and looking for success over long intervals.
Mental Joe also tells us about his experience with TRE and Dr. Dave goes over some of the reasons those alternative treatments are not embraced by the VA and insurance companies.
“Making a lifestyle out of self-improvement and trying to be the best person you can be with what you have.”
In this episode, you'll hear:
How trauma and stress impact our physiology
Dr. Dave's 2-step process to set yourself up for accountability
Why it's so hard to stay on track by yourself
Follow the podcast:
Listen on Apple Podcasts (link: https://apple.co/3s1YH7h)
Listen on iHeart (link: https://ihr.fm/3MEY7FM)
Listen on Spotify (Link: https://spoti.fi/3yMmQCE)
Connect with the guest:
Dr. David Leicken, MD
Chad McLean
Resources:
MentalJoe.com
LFPWLI - Dr. Berceli’s Episode
Connect with Mathew Blades:
Twitter - twitter.com/MathewBlades
Instagram - instagram.com/MathewBladesmedia/
Facebook - facebook.com/mathewbladesmedia/
Website - learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com/
* This podcast is not meant to serve as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, and is not a substitute for therapy.