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In this insightful episode, Dr. Kimber invites you to take a closer look at worry—not as a feeling, but as a behavior that keeps us stuck in loops of anxiety. With warmth and clarity, Dr. Kimber breaks down how worry can masquerade as problem-solving, while in reality, it drains our emotional capacity and keeps us from real action.

Drawing from the latest research in anxiety and her own clinical experience, Dr. Kimber offers practical tools for recognizing worry in both mind and body, from muscle tension and impatient moods to repetitive thought patterns. With gentle guidance, she walks you through grounding techniques—like noticing your breath, relaxing your jaw, and reconnecting with your senses—to help interrupt the cycle of worry and foster a sense of safety.

Whether you find yourself constantly replaying conversations or struggle to comfort yourself in stressful times, you’ll discover antidotes to worry such as “thought-stopping,” scheduled worry time, and facing your fears head-on. Along the way, Dr. Kimber reminds you that safety and worry cannot coexist—and that with mindful awareness, you can reclaim a sense of presence and ease.

Tune in for a restorative pause and actionable insights to help you move from anxious rumination to empowered calm.

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In this episode, Dr. Kimber explores the difference between functional and dysfunctional anxiety, sharing why a certain amount of anxiety is not only normal, but necessary for motivation and getting things done. Drawing on her work as a clinical psychologist and somatic experiencing practitioner, Dr. Kimber helps you notice how anxiety shows up in your body—whether as a racing heart, brain fog, or restlessness—and guides you in understanding what these signals are trying to tell you.

Through real-life stories, compassionate reflections, and practical tools, Dr. Kimber invites you to build your awareness and bring structure to moments of overwhelm. You’ll learn grounding techniques, like softening your jaw and tuning into your breath, alongside simple strategies to break the cycle of avoidance and come back to a sense of calm. Whether you’re facing an endless to-do list, big life transitions, or just need to regroup after a stressful season, this episode offers gentle, actionable ways to reset and reconnect with yourself.

Take a few deep breaths, pause, and let Dr. Kimber support you in turning anxiety from an adversary into a wise, guiding signal on your journey to greater ease and self-acceptance.

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Welcome to another calming pause episode of I Thought I Was Over This with your host, Dr. Kimber. In this special session, Dr. Kimber, a licensed clinical psychologist and somatic experiencing practitioner, guides listeners through practices designed to help regulate the nervous system, find grounding, and drift into a peaceful state of rest.

Whether you’re preparing for sleep or seeking a moment of relaxation during a busy day, you’ll be gently invited to soften your jaw, ground yourself in the present, and release the tension you carry. With soothing breath exercises, poetic reflections by Wendell Berry and Jan Richardson, and mindful body awareness, Dr. Kimber offers a sanctuary for the mind and body, ensuring that you can reconnect with a sense of safety, calm, and self-compassion. Settle in, breathe deep, and allow yourself to rest.

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In this episode, Dr. Kimber invites listeners to explore the cycles of stress and healing that accompany personal growth.

This episode offers grounding exercises and practical tools for recognizing and responding to stress—whether you tend to fight, flee, freeze, or fawn.

Dr. Kimber shares insights on the importance of developing self-awareness around your unique stress signals, while also advocating for a compassionate approach to both ourselves and those we support.

The episode features somatic grounding practices, advice for managing ongoing stress, and reflections on the role of nature in regulation. Listeners are also encouraged to join upcoming community workshops and retreats focused on embodiment and nervous system regulation.

The episode closes with a Mary Oliver poem, The Loon, offering a gentle invitation into the restorative power of simply being.

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In this episode, Dr. Kimber returns from a break - both intentional and unintentional - to reflect on lessons learned from a difficult business decision.

She explores the neuroscience of the nervous system, offers grounding practices for regulation, and guides listeners through mindful breathing and gratitude exercises.

Featured is a contemplative reading from Mary Oliver's poem, "Messenger," inviting self-reflection and presence.

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Welcome to another episode of I Thought I Was Over This with Dr. Kimber.

In this episode, Dr. Kimber invites you to pause and build your capacity to face whatever life is offering you right now. Whether you're moving through overwhelm, racing through your days, or simply curious about befriending your nervous system, this pause is for you.

She guides you through gentle, embodied practices to help you arrive fully in the present moment—from softening the tension held in your forehead, jaw, and hands, to feeling your feet on the ground and wiggling your toes. Dr. Kimber shares the power of the extended exhale, a simple breathwork practice that signals safety to your body, and introduces the soothing VOO breath from Dr. Peter Levine's Somatic Experiencing Theory.

You'll discover why naming what's happening in your body and mind is the gateway to transformation, and how even small shifts—like deepening your breath at a busy event or journaling to release what's weighing on you—can recalibrate your entire stress response.

Dr. Kimber also shares personal stories about navigating stress at world championships and learning to read her body's signals with compassion and curiosity.

The episode closes with Wendell Berry's poignant reminder: "It may be that when we no longer know what to do, we have come to our real work." Tune in for a tender, practical episode that meets you exactly where you are and invites you to meet yourself with the same grace.

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This episode invites you to take a much-needed break from the hustle and stress of everyday life. As a licensed clinical psychologist and somatic experiencing practitioner, Dr. Kimber gently guides you through simple yet powerful grounding techniques—like relaxing your jaw, softening your gaze, and paying attention to the small details around you—to help release the tension your body unconsciously carries.

Through thoughtful insights and calming breathing exercises, Dr. Kimber shows you how just a few mindful tweaks can reset your nervous systems and reconnect you to the present moment. Whether you’re at home, running errands, or feeling overwhelmed after a challenging day, this episode offers accessible tools for finding ease, cultivating self-awareness, and bringing a sense of calm back into your life.

Settle in, get comfortable, and join Dr. Kimber for a restorative pause you didn’t know you needed.

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Welcome to another calming episode of I Thought I Was Over This with Dr. Kimber Del Valle. In today's "Pause" segment, you're invited to gift yourself a few mindful moments through a somatic practice known as "awe walking". Dr. Kimber, a clinical psychologist and somatic experiencing practitioner, guides listeners on how to regulate their nervous system and reconnect with a sense of ease, even in the midst of life's challenges.

Drawing from her childhood adventures in nature and decades of professional experience, she offers gentle prompts to help you get grounded, shift your focus, and rediscover wonder in your everyday surroundings.

Let's get your shoes on and go outside to enjoy this guided practice. Consider it your invitation to notice the details, soften into your day, whatever is happening, and return to presence.

So grab your headphones, step outside, and let Dr. Kimber walk you through the practice of finding awe, calm, and compassion—one step at a time.

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Welcome to another episode of I Thought I Was Over This with Dr. Kimber.

In this episode, Dr. Kimber invites you to hit pause on your hectic routine and discover practical ways to reset your nervous system—whether you need a boost of motivation to get going or a moment of calm to ease anxiety and overwhelm.

She guides you through gentle grounding techniques, mindful breathing exercises like box breath, and even a butterfly hug to help bring your mind and body back to center.

Plus, Dr. Kimber shares why connecting with nature and tuning in to your body’s needs, even for just a few minutes, can make a world of difference. Tune in for a short, actionable episode designed to help you meet yourself where you are, find compassion, and move forward with greater clarity and ease.

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This episode was recorded before the July 4th tragedy in Texas and other flooding around the US. May anyone who is grieving have the experience - you aren't alone.

Welcome to another episode of I Thought I Was Over This with Dr. Kimber. In this intimate Pause episode, Dr. Kimber invites listeners into a space of gentle reflection and nervous system reset. Drawing on her own experience of grief—recording on the anniversary of her son's passing—she offers guidance for anyone carrying difficult emotions like sorrow, overwhelm, or disappointment.

Through mindful breathing exercises, sensory awareness, and the wisdom of poets and mystics, Dr. Kimber explores the power of pausing and the healing found in simply being present. She shares practical tools, from centering prayer to journaling, for navigating pain and making space for what is. Whether you’re in need of comfort, or a moment to just catch your breath, this episode provides compassionate companionship and a reminder: you have the capacity to hold whatever life brings. Settle in and allow yourself this pause—you matter, and you’re not alone.

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Welcome to a calming episode of “I Thought I Was Over This,” where Dr. Kimber, a licensed clinical psychologist and somatic experiencing practitioner, guides us through a gentle journey of grounding and regulation.

In this episode, Dr. Kimber invites listeners to settle in, become aware of their environment, and practice mindful breathing and self-soothing techniques designed to reset the nervous system.

She shares insights from psychological research—including the principles of dual awareness and polyvagal theory—helping us recognize how our bodies respond to stress and how we can gently return to a state of ease.

We’re treated to a reflective reading of the poem “The Work of Happiness” by May Sarton, weaving together themes of presence, growth, and inner peace.

Whether you’re looking to slow down, re-center, or simply cultivate more happiness in your day, this episode offers a thoughtful space for self-care and renewal.

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Welcome back to I Thought I Was Over This with Dr. Kimber Del Valle. In today’s “Pause 63” episode, Dr. Kimber shares grounding practices and gentle reflections that have supported her and her communities through overwhelming times, including her new Fierce Gentle group and intimate grief circles.

This episode is your invitation to slow down, reconnect with your body, and practice simple regulation techniques designed to soothe anxiety and calm an overactive mind. Dr. Kimber leads you through mindful breathwork, softening exercises, and sensory grounding, layered with poetry readings to foster presence and insight. Whether you’re feeling frantic or numb, overwhelmed or exhausted, this is your safe space to rest, reset, and rediscover your inner quiet.

Settle in, let your breath deepen, and allow Dr. Kimber to gently guide you back to yourself—one grounded moment at a time.

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In this episode, Dr. Kimber Del Valle invites you to embrace the power of pause, guiding you through a series of thoughtful journal prompts and breathing exercises designed to ground you and awaken clarity. Whether you're navigating loss, embracing change, or simply seeking deeper self-understanding, these practices offer a nurturing space to connect with your inner world.

Highlights from this episode include:

Grounding Techniques
- Learn how to calm your nervous system and become present through simple yet effective methods.
Guided Journal Prompts
- Uncover what's stirring in your heart with exercises like "What I really want to say" and "What matters".
Inspirational Poetry
- Journal Prompts with thought-provoking poems by Maggie Smith and Ada Limon.
Building Awareness
- Discover the importance of naming what you're aware of in your life and inviting intentionality into your daily routine.

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Are you overwhelmed by your grief? Having difficulty believing you're going to be able to manage your stress levels without having a mental or physical collapse? Wait no longer - Dr. Kimber dives deep into the complexities of grief and offers incredibly valuable insights on how to navigate through those tough times.

What You’ll Learn from This Episode:

Gravity and Support: Understand how gravity is a gift and something that can help ground you as you navigate your grief.
Stress Reduction Techniques: Master simple yet effective techniques like relaxing the jaw, feeling your heartbeat, and transferring heat from your hand to your chest to manage stress.
Positive Body Observation: Learn to observe your body positively rather than critically, even in tough times.
Journaling: Discover the power of journaling or audio recording to process your grief and emotions.
Creative Ways to Find Joy: Dr. Kimber shares how finding small moments of joy can make a big difference during grieving times.

Don’t Miss Out:

This episode isn’t just about managing grief; it’s about understanding the transformative power it can have in our lives. Dr. Kimber even reads a touching poem that captures the essence of the stages of grief and offers journal prompts to help you along your journey.

Dr. Kimber will be launching A Journey To Hope - her grief subscription service soon! Sign up on her website for the waitlist to get all the information.

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In this episode, Dr. Kimber focuses on three key takeaways to prepare for a successful school year:

Collaborative Approach: Dr. Kimber emphasizes the importance of collaborating with children in adjusting to the back-to-school routine. She encourages open communication to support struggling children and to cultivate a learning environment at home.
Mindful Relaxation Techniques: Dr. Kimber suggests using relaxation techniques such as softening hands, breath control, and mindful observation of the surroundings to reduce stress and anxiety.
Balancing Responsibilities and Life-Giving Activities: Dr. Kimber highlights the need to find a balance in maintaining responsibilities and finding life-giving activities. She discusses the significance of meal planning, studying environment, managing phone distractions during study time, understanding the significance of sleep, and using movement and kinesthetic interventions to support learning.

These takeaways are essential for parents and caregivers to support their children in having a successful and fulfilling school year.

Resources:

The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness by Jonathan Haidt
The Teenage Brain: A Neuroscientist's Survival Guide to Raising Adolescents and Young Adults by Frances E Jensen and Amy Ellis Nutt
Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain by Daniel J. Siegel, M.D.

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In this episode, Dr. Kimber shares some invaluable insights on building your skills to regulate your body for a better sleep experience. Did you know that our body's sympathetic system (the "gas pedal") can get stuck on when we're unable to sleep, while our parasympathetic system (the "brake") doesn't work properly? It's like trying to drive with the accelerator jammed, making it difficult to calm down and relax. This episode gives you some tools for accessing your "brake."

Key Takeaways:

Why sleep can sometimes feel elusive, especially during times of stress, grief, or uncertainty.
Techniques to train your mind and body to wind down during the day, preparing you for a restful night.
The power of mindfulness and breathwork in regulating your nervous system and promoting relaxation.
Ways to communicate safety to your body, creating a conducive environment for deep sleep.

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Kimber guides you through powerful relaxation techniques to help reset your mind from overwhelming feelings or trauma responses. It's all about having the awareness to recognize and be mindful of your body's responses to stress and trauma. She guides listeners through grounding exercises to help them pause what's automatically happening in order to shift out of the overwhelm.

Key Takeaways:

The Power of Noticing: Dr. Kimber guides you through exercises to help you take in your surroundings and pay attention to your body, teaching you to intentionally ground yourself in the present moment.
Regulating Your Breath: Learn the importance of mindful breathing and how it can help shift your body from a dysregulated state to a regulated one. Dr. Kimber leads you through a box breathing exercise to show you just how helpful it can be.
Inviting Movement: Discover the magic of spontaneous movement as a way to signal to your body that it's safe to relax, and learn how it's a key part of building that muscle of trust.
Embracing Discomfort: Dr. Kimber discusses the importance of tolerating discomfort and anxiety to move from a state of freeze to one of calm and thriving. It's all about learning how intentional discomfort can lead to healing and health.
Reconnecting with Your Body: Dive into self-massage, gentle movements, and the power of noticing your surroundings, taste, smell, body temperature, and tactile sensations to reconnect with your body.

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In this special podcast episode, Dr. Kimber guides you through powerful relaxation techniques to help reset your mind. It's all about having the awareness to recognize and be mindful of uour body's responses to stress and trauma. She guides listeners through grounding exercises to help them identify signs of being within their "window of tolerance" and to intentionally practice relaxation.

Key Takeaways:

Window of Tolerance: Learning to recognize when we're within our window of tolerance enables us to empathize, analyze, and be adaptive. This practice helps us return to that balanced state.
Intentional Relaxation: Softening your eyes, massaging your jaw, and noticing your breath can significantly contribute to a deep sense of relaxation, helping us combat trauma responses.
Mind Muscle Training: Don't let distraction keep you stressed. Just like lifting weights at the gym, training our mind to focus and be present takes time and practice. It's all about building the muscle of concentration to achieve a more relaxed state.

Remember, your nervous system is thanking you for taking the time to invest in your wellbeing. Let's keep practicing intentional relaxation and nurturing a thriving mindset. Together, we can create space for healing and growth. If you have any requests for podcast themes, drop me a direct message on Instagram @dr_imber. Take care, and remember, you are a sacred being.

Poem read: Tony Hoagland's "Field Guide"

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In this week's episode of I Thought I Was Over This, Dr. Kimber cultivates your inner cheerleader and compassion in order to be able to process the difficulties you may be encountering.

Dr. Kimber shares her personal experience of isolating herself after the loss of her stillborn son, but finding gratitude as a way to come out of that place.

Key takeaways from this episode:

Cultivating gratitude.
Getting present and cultivating safety in your body.
Encouraging somatic regulation, mindfulness, and a breathing exercise as a way to shift from an uncomfortable state of mind to a more adaptable and flexible state.

Mary Oliver poem read. Remember, you are sacred beings who matter.

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Struggling with anxiety? This episode gives you invaluable insights on how to ground and regulate your emotions. Let's dive into the key takeaways:

Functional Anxiety: Dr. Kimber discussed the concept of functional anxiety, highlighting how it can be beneficial in certain situations, like fueling the excitement before a significant event or challenge.
Grounding Techniques: The episode provided practical grounding exercises to help listeners connect with their bodies, reset their nervous systems, and regain a sense of calm and clarity.
Mindset Shift: By emphasizing the importance of re-centering our minds and staying present in the moment, Dr. Kimber encouraged listeners to trust their intuition and seek comfort in the familiar, aiding in better decision-making and problem-solving.

Poems read in episode by Wendell Berry and Mary Oliver.

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Welcome to this Pause episode of I Thought I Was Over This, where we focus on the practice of getting regulated through being present and using the five senses. In this episode, Dr. Kimber warmly welcomes you into a world of mental fitness and nervous system regulation, setting the stage for the peaceful journey ahead.

5 Keys You Will Learn:

The importance of grounding yourself in unfamiliar circumstances
Techniques to settle and calm your nervous system
How to use sensory awareness to create a sense of safety
Physical movements to help you find balance and calm
The power of breath and vocalization in soothing your mind and body

So settle in, take a deep breath, and join me as we journey towards feeling settled instead of overwhelmed.

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Welcome to this pause episode of "I Thought I Was Over This," where we focus on the practice of getting regulated and cultivating self-compassion. In this episode, host Dr. Kimber guides you through a series of grounding exercises and self-affirmations to help you shift from a critical state of mind to a gentler, more compassionate mindset.

Through gentle prompts and soothing guidance, Dr. Kimber encourages you to explore your internal judgments, validate your experiences, and find safety and comfort within yourself. This episode invites you to embrace your humanity, acknowledge your mistakes, and cultivate self-compassion as a crucial part of thriving.

Dr. Kimber will leave you with a powerful reminder, "I matter," as well as read Mary Oliver's poem Wild Geese. This episode leaves you with the writing prompt of reflecting on the things you enjoy about yourself.

So settle in, take a deep breath, and join us as we journey towards self-compassion and kindness in this special pause episode.

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This episode is Part 2 of a conversation between Dr. Kimber and Mandy Ream about community and friendship. Click here to listen to Part 1 or click here to listen to Part 2.

In this episode, Dr. Kimber and special guest Mandy Ream, author and professor, explore personal growth, healing, and loneliness. You're in for a heartfelt discussion on the power of friendship, vulnerability, and the challenges of being a human who experiences loneliness. This episode delves into the significance of genuine human connection and the limitations of digital interactions on social media platforms. The importance of seeking therapy and engaging in introspective analysis to understand internal experiences is emphasized, along with the value of diverse support systems. Practical strategies for coping with loneliness, such as self-soothing activities and community engagement, are discussed.

Three key takeaways for the episode:

Loneliness is a complex and multifaceted experience that can impact anyone, regardless of external circumstances.
The significance of genuine human connection and the limitations of pseudo-connection through social media are highlighted. Dr. Kimber and Mandy discuss the impact of social media in perpetuating loneliness and the importance of face-to-face interactions in meeting neurobiological needs for being seen and having needs met.
Therapy and engaging in introspective analysis to understand and integrate internal and external experiences can be an effective way of combating loneliness. This episode also stresses the importance of cultivating diverse support systems and engaging in self-soothing activities to address loneliness and cope with life transitions.

MORE ON SPECIAL GUEST MANDY REAM…

Mandy Osterhaus Ream is a professor in Communication Studies in Southern California. She recently published her debut essay collection, Life As I Know It...So Far, which includes stories about parenting, Down Syndrome, mental health, and life in general through the lens of middle age.

Her work is also featured in Grub Street, Pink Panther Magazine, Literary Mama, and Remington Review. More can be found at www.mandyosterhausream.com. She is happiest in water. Instagram: @mandy.ream

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In this episode, Dr. Kimber and special guest Mandy Ream, author and professor, explore personal growth, healing, and the journey towards self-acceptance. You're in for a heartfelt discussion on the power of friendship, vulnerability, and the challenges of seeking reassurance from others. This episode delves into the intricacies of building and maintaining meaningful relationships, sharing from personal experiences and giving practical insights. From the impact of developmental trauma to the importance of intentionality in friendships, this episode offers valuable lessons on understanding internal emotions, setting boundaries, and celebrating authenticity. Join them as they uncover the transformative power of human connection and the joy of embracing imperfection.

Three key takeaways for this episode:

The Power of Authentic Friendship: Dr. Kimber and Mandy explore the significance of authentic friendships that provide emotional support, acceptance, and love. They discuss the importance of intentionality in building and maintaining friendships, along with the impact of human connection on emotional well-being.
Vulnerability and Self-Acceptance: The episode delves into the challenges of vulnerability, self-acceptance, and seeking reassurance in friendships. They share personal experiences of struggling with insecurities, comparison to others, and the need for affirmation, emphasizing the power of acceptance and the journey of growth in relationships.
Overcoming Loneliness and Embracing Imperfection: The conversation emphasizes the impact of loneliness and the importance of seeking friendship and support. Dr. Kimber and Mandy highlight the value of play, celebration, and accepting imperfections in oneself and others. The episode provides insights into the significance of embracing imperfection and seeking genuine connections to overcome feelings of isolation.

MORE ON SPECIAL GUEST MANDY REAM…

Mandy Osterhaus Ream is a professor in Communication Studies in Southern California. She recently published her debut essay collection, Life As I Know It...So Far, which includes stories about parenting, Down Syndrome, mental health, and life in general through the lens of middle age.

Her work is also featured in Grub Street, Pink Panther Magazine, Literary Mama, and Remington Review. More can be found at www.mandyosterhausream.com. She is happiest in water. Instagram: @mandy.ream

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In this episode, Dr. Kimber Del Valle, a licensed clinical psychologist and somatic experiencing practitioner, guides you through a grounding and relaxation practice to help you prepare for sleep. Dr. Kimber provides gentle encouragement to bring awareness and relaxation to various parts of your body, focusing on breath and the sensations of comfort and safety. Throughout the episode, she emphasizes the importance of accepting and embracing the mundane and boredom as a pathway to relaxation and ultimately, falling asleep. Join Dr. Kimber as she offers her calming voice and supportive guidance to help you find peace and rest.

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This episode is all about slowing down, listening for the divine, and finding intention in 2024. So, grab your favorite beverage, get cozy, and let's dive in!

In this episode, here are 5 keys that you'll learn and implement:

The power of reflecting and creating intentional practices in our lives to foster spiritual and personal growth.
How to choose a word of the year and Gretchen Rubin's 24 in 24 list to hold yourself accountable.
Pick three actions that cultivate delight no matter your circumstances.
Implementing sustainable habits and spiritual disciplines, such as stewardship and celebration, can give you the character change you hope to achieve.
Identify an intentional mental shift and watch its transformative effects on mood, relationships, and perspectives.

References:
Gretchen Rubin: 24 in 24 and #Write24in24: https://gretchenrubin.com/resource/24-for-2024-list/

Abbey of the Arts: https://abbeyofthearts.com

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Welcome to I Thought I Was Over This, the podcast where we explore ways to navigate emotions and find inner peace. In this episode, Dr. Kimber does a year in review to examine your coping strategies with the emotions of shame, grief, joy, anger, and gratitude. Discover the themes from the past year and build awareness around both strengths and areas to grow.

Key Takeaways:

Dr. Kimber encourages listeners to focus on emotional processing and the cultivation of gratitude as important tools for mental well-being.
She emphasizes the significance of adding positive habits and removing negative ones to regulate emotions and promote personal growth.
Dr. Kimber recommends taking the time to review the past year, reflect on significant experiences, and track progress and growth as a means of building awareness.

Key Moments:

06:07 Practice breathing techniques.
07:42 Reflect on memories and emotions of 2023.
15:10 Reflect on shame triggers, cope, and track progress.
18:02 Manage challenges and emotions in daily life.
23:08 Reflect on anger experiences, process, and express.
29:36 Prepare for challenges, find balance, and stay present.
33:11 Prioritize meditation, introspection, and mindful living.
35:52 Find awe in nature, shifting perspectives positively.

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Welcome to I Thought I Was Over This, the podcast where we explore ways to navigate life's challenges and find inner peace. In this episode, Dr. Kimber shares the keys to unlocking a more present and compassionate self. From regulating emotions to embracing pain and joy, she guides you through mindfulness exercises that awaken the senses. Discover the art of affirming your aliveness, paying attention to your breath, and celebrating your sacred presence.

Key Takeaways from this episode:

Regulating Emotions and Practicing Self-Compassion: Dr. Kimber emphasizes the importance of regulating emotions and practicing self-compassion to be fully present and not in a fight or flight response.
Acknowledging Pain and Loss: Listeners are encouraged to bring their pain points, losses, and grief into conversation. Dr. Kimber highlights the significance of acknowledging and holding space for both joy and disappointment, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion.
Mindfulness and Presence: Dr. Kimber guides listeners through various mindfulness exercises, such as noticing their safety, sounds, smells, taste, body temperature, and visual surroundings, to help them become more present and aware of their surroundings. Additionally, she encourages listeners to affirm their aliveness and worth, pay attention to their breath, and physically move to acknowledge their presence.

Timestamps:

[00:00 - 00:30] Introduction by Dr. Kimber: Introducing the topic of regulating emotions and practicing self-compassion for being fully present and not in a fight or flight response.
[00:31 - 01:15] Sponsor Message: The episode is sponsored by Dr. Kimber's book Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing. Her story of loss of a stillborn child, encourages listeners to bring their pain points, losses, and grief into conversation.
[01:16 - 05:00] Guided Practice: Dr. Kimber guides listeners through noticing their safety, sounds, smells, taste, body temperature, and visual surroundings to help them become more present and aware of their surroundings.
[05:01 - 07:30] Affirmations and Breath: Listeners are encouraged to affirm their aliveness and worth, pay attention to their breath, make sounds on exhalation, place their hand on their chest, and notice where in their body they feel present in the moment.
[07:31 - 10:00] Kindness and Reflection: Dr. Kimber encourages listeners to be kind to themselves and notice the positive impact of taking time to reset and be intentional. She urges the audience to reflect on both the positive and negative aspects of their lives, acknowledging and holding space for both joy and disappointment.
[10:01 - 12:00] Acknowledging Presence: Dr. Kimber invites the audience to physically move and acknowledge their presence, reminding them that they are a sacred being who matters.
[12:01 - 13:30] Conclusion and Resource Promotion: Dr. Kimber promotes her newslett

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Welcome to I Thought I Was Over This, the podcast where we explore ways to navigate life's challenges and find inner peace. In this episode, Dr. Kimber guides us through a grounding practice to help reset our nervous systems and find stability amidst the chaos. Through gentle prompts and soothing guidance, she encourages us to acknowledge the weight of our bodies, connect with our breath, and release the burdens we carry. As we join Dr. Kimber on this journey of self-care, we are reminded of our resourcefulness, sufficiency, and divine love. So, find a comfortable space, take a moment to pause, and allow yourself to be re-grounded in this mindful and nurturing practice.

Key takeaways from this episode are:

1. Grounding and reset techniques: Dr. Kimber guides listeners through a practice of getting grounded and resetting the nervous system, offering tools to help manage stress and anxiety.

2. Embracing the present moment: The episode encourages mindfulness and self-awareness, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging one's feelings and creating space for relaxation and self-care.

3. Self-love and affirmation: Listeners are prompted to embrace self-love, acknowledge their worth, and recognize their intrinsic value, promoting a sense of being deeply loved and enough.

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In today's episode, Dr. Kimber dives into the powerful practice of pausing and allowing our emotions to move through us. We all have moments when we feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or even dissociated, and that's where PAUSE episodes come in. These episodes help us practice being present and finding that sweet spot before our fight or flight response kicks in. By pressing pause, we can let the heightened threat response come down and create space for our emotions to be felt and acknowledged.

Being present means welcoming all emotions and giving them the space they deserve. Through simple cues like softening our eyes or noticing our breath, we can bring ourselves back to the present moment. We'll explore techniques to relax our bodies, such as releasing tension in our forehead, hands, and even placing our tongue off the roof of our mouth.

Throughout this episode, we'll also practice affirmations, particularly the powerful mantra of "I am enough," to cultivate a sense of self-worth and connection. We'll learn how to bring warmth and support to our bodies, whether through gentle hands on our chests or seeking support from others.

As always, we'll emphasize the importance of recognizing when professional help may be needed and how seeking the guidance of a therapist can be instrumental on our healing journey.

Together, we'll discover that our bodies are containers for emotions, each with their unique ways of manifesting. We'll explore the significance of naming and acknowledging all our emotions, as suppressing them can lead to unintended consequences.

From dominant emotions that may push others aside to the importance of being aware of our emotional patterns and building connections with safe people, it's time to embrace our emotional superpowers.

So, join us as we soften and invite emotions into our sacred space and learn to wait for clarity before taking action. Together, we'll uncover the strength and presence within ourselves, fostering connections both with others and with ourselves.

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Today we have a very special guest joining us. Please welcome Anietie Ukpe-Wallace, also known as Tia. Tia is a pelvic health physical therapist who specializes in working with individuals navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and pelvic floor issues, as well as women experiencing pregnancy loss.

In today's episode, Tia shares her personal journey with baby loss and infertility and the work she does supporting individuals who have had similar journeys. We'll delve into topics such as manual therapy, emotional and psychological factors that impact fertility, and the importance of finding resilience after loss. Tia's story is a testament to the power of community support and the need to honor and sit with our grief.

In this episode you'll discover -
1. The importance of holistic care: Tia emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to addressing fertility issues and pregnancy loss, considering physical, emotional, and psychological factors. This includes manual therapy, abdominal work, and pelvic floor muscle treatment, which can help release tension and support overall well-being.

The power of community and support: Tia highlights the significance of finding a supportive community when experiencing grief and loss, especially in the context of pregnancy loss. Sharing experiences, seeking understanding, and being heard can greatly aid in the healing process and provide much-needed support during challenging times.
Resilience through self-care and finding joy: Tia emphasizes the importance of self-care and finding moments of joy while navigating grief and loss. This includes rituals and ceremonies as well as exploring practices like yoga and meditation. By acknowledging and honoring their experiences, individuals can cultivate resilience and growth, even in the face of adversity.

So, let's dive in and explore the world of fertility, loss, and reclaiming hope! Stay tuned for an insightful and heartfelt conversation.

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In this episode of I Thought I Was Over This, Dr. Kimber delves into her personal journey of grief and loss, sharing insights from her book, Still Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing. Dr. Kimber emphasizes that her book resonates with a wide range of individuals who have experienced various forms of loss, not just pregnancy or baby loss. She discusses the importance of taking time while reading the book, especially when processing birth traumas and grief.

The episode explores Dr. Kimber's personal struggle with envy and dark thoughts when encountering pregnant women, highlighting the need for self-kindness and acknowledging these feelings. She discusses the complexity of her marriage and the decision they faced about whether to stay together or separate. Despite their issues, she acknowledges her husband's love and tried to avoid bringing more devastation to their daughter's life.

The episode wraps up by discussing her experience of visiting a cemetery and the emotions and challenges that arise during such visits. She emphasizes the importance of honoring her lost loved one while also taking care of oneself. Dr. Kimber shares personal insights and reflections on her grief journey, highlighting the relief and presence she eventually found after years of grief.

Throughout the episode, there are practical suggestions for managing grief, such as grounding oneself in the present moment by connecting with the earth and not fixating on signs or messages.

Overall, this episode of I Thought I Was Over This offers a raw and honest exploration of grief, loss, and healing, with Dr. Kimber sharing her personal experiences and practical advice for navigating the complex emotions surrounding baby loss and other forms of grief. It serves as a compassionate and relatable resource for anyone seeking companionship and understanding in their grief journey.

Resources:Empty Arms
New Hope Grief Support

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Welcome to another episode of I Thought I Was Over This!

In today's episode, Dr. Kimber is joined by two incredible guests, New Hope Grief Support's David Leonard (executive director) and Chris Cano (Director of Bereavement Services), who will share their insights and experiences in the realm of grief support.

David, a self-proclaimed "high-functioning griever," takes us on a journey through his own grief and the pivotal moment that led him to seek support. Chris shares with us his journey of being around death for most of his life and how experiencing the layers of grief surrounding divorce eventually led him to New Hope.

We'll learn about the transformative power of grief support groups and the profound impact it has on people's journey without loved ones. Together, Chris and David invite us to explore the intersection of death, dying, grief, and spirituality.

Get ready for a heartfelt and enlightening conversation as we delve into the complexities of grief and the power of community support.

Join us as we uncover the stories and lessons that will resonate with anyone who has experienced loss and remind us all that there can indeed be new life (though never without the hole of grief) after death.

Resources:
New Hope Grief Support Community: https://www.newhopegrief.org/

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Pause episodes are designed to enhance the connection between your mind and body, promoting reset and presence in any circumstance.

Today, we will focus on skillfully shifting out of our harsh judge state-of-mind and into a present, embodied, gentle presence in order to find internal stability.

In this episode we:
1. Settle in
2. Practice breathing
3. Self hug
4. Uncover your harsh judge
5. Feel connected to yourself

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Pause episodes are designed to enhance the connection between your mind and body, promoting reset and presence in any circumstance.

Today we will focus on being embodied and getting reset in order to mentally reset for whatever you're facing.

In this episode we:
1. Settle In
2. Breathing
3. Self Hug
4. You Are A Sacred Being
5. Feel connected to yourself and your community

This episode is sponsored by Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing, which is a resource for those suffering the loss of a baby during pregnancy.

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Pause episodes are designed to enhance the connection between your mind and body, promoting reset and presence in any circumstance.

This episode is sponsored by Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing, which is a resource for those suffering the loss of a baby during pregnancy.

Today we will focus on becoming aware of the present moment and getting grounded in order to shift out of a harsh internal judge, big feelings and any sort of overwhelm.

In this episode we:
1. Get grounded
2. Sway
3. Notice Your Breath
4. Gratitude Practice
5. Identify What Needs Attention and What Support You Can Add to It
6. Feel settled and able to get up and do your day or go to sleep

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Pause episodes are designed to enhance the connection between your mind and body, promoting reset and presence in any circumstance.

This episode is sponsored by Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing, which is a resource for those suffering the loss of a baby during pregnancy.

Today we will focus on becoming aware of one's body and getting grounded in order to mentally reset for the day or prepare to shift into sleep.

In this episode we:
1. Feel our feet
2. Relax stress-holding body parts
3. Body scan
4. Rocking or swaying
5. Practice a 5-count box breath
6. Learn about what our mind does under stress
7. Butterfly hugs
8. Feel reset and calm

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Welcome to another Pause podcast episode with Dr. Kimber Del Valle. In this episode, Dr. Kimber explores grief, stress, and loneliness, offering guidance and practical tools to navigate these overwhelming emotions.

Through our breath work, journaling, and getting present with our body sensations, we will cover these three takeaways:

It is normal and expected to feel grief and sadness in response to loss. Whether it's the loss of a loved one or a community, acknowledging these emotions and allowing ourselves to grieve is an important part of the healing process.
Finding a sense of belonging and connection, even in everyday outings, can help alleviate feelings of loneliness and isolation. Instead of focusing on what we don't have, we can try to notice the ways we are already connected to others and our surroundings.
Taking time for self-care and reflection is crucial during times of distress. Whether it's through writing, meditation, or simply finding moments to pause and breathe, these practices can help us process our emotions and find clarity amidst difficult situations.

If you're looking for guidance and support in dealing with overwhelming feelings and circumstances, this episode of Dr. Kimber's "I Thought I Was Over This" podcast is for you. Join us as we explore practical tools and self-care practices to navigate difficult situations and find moments of peace.

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Are you looking for a simple and effective way to calm racing thoughts and gain a pause in your day, which can help you transition to sleep at night quicker? Look no further! In this episode, Dr. Kimber shares valuable techniques that can help you achieve just that. Here are three key takeaways for you:

🌟 Track Your Breath: Bring focus and mindfulness into your daily routine by paying attention to your inhalation and exhalation. Deepening your breath and repeating this activity three times can work wonders in training your mind to stop thinking and transition into the ability to calm your mind.

🌟 Practice the Box Breath: A powerful technique that activates the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting relaxation and better sleep. Inhale, hold, exhale, and hold at the bottom. Repeat this cycle several times, experimenting with different durations and counts.

🌟 Be Present with Your Senses: Mindfulness can be practiced throughout the day by fully engaging with your five senses. Take notice of temperature, smell, taste, sight, touch, and even distant or nearby sounds. Embrace the present moment and nurture a deeper connection with yourself and your surroundings.

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Grief is a deeply personal journey that can vary significantly between individuals, particularly among couples. Each person may have a unique way of processing their emotions, leading to differences in how they experience and express grief. These divergent approaches can create challenges and strain in a relationship. By acknowledging and understanding these differences, couples can build empathy and compassion, fostering a supportive environment for healing together.

In this episode of I Thought I Was Over This, my husband, Dennis Del Valle, and I explore the topic of grieving as a couple. We share personal experiences with loss and discuss the benefits of joining support groups for healing. We emphasize that grief is a process, cautioning against seeking quick resolutions or feeling abnormal for still experiencing grief.

Today we reflect on our own journey, highlighting the importance of support groups like New Hope Grief Support. We stress the significance of processing trauma and acknowledge that couples may grieve differently, which, without tools or support, can contribute to divorce. This episode also touches on helping our daughter through grief and utilizing imaginative ways for expression. This conversation offers powerful insights and encouragement for anyone going through difficult times. Tune in to learn about the power of support groups, love, and commitment in navigating grief and your own childhood attachment style.

In this episode:
[01:26] Couples grieve differently; divorce risk high.
[05:22] Grief and loss impacts couples differently.
[08:30] Recognize differences, accept and bridge them.
[14:40] Psychology colleagues formed supportive workplace bond.
[19:54] Couple's group; grief support; therapy for son.
[22:48] Grief support group helped with loss processing.

Resources Mentioned:New Hope Grief Support
Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing

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Do you feel like you've had difficulty in your prayer life? This episode will help you feel the divine love that God is always offering you without any effort of your own. It's an episode that helps you practice being rather than doing.

Pause episodes are designed to enhance the connection between your mind and body, through practicing body awareness and paying attention to what's happening internally.

Today we will focus on shifting out of the mentality that experiencing God is full of effort and doing it "right", and into an experience of creating space for the love that's always present. By the end of the episode, you'll have shifted into a space of feeling loved and noticing that you are enough.

In this episode we:

Get grounded
Notice your body
Practice breath work
Learn the difference between discernment/active listening and being present
Practice being still, and knowing that He is God
Leave the session feeling full of God's love

This episode is sponsored by Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing, which is a resource for those suffering losses, especially baby loss during pregnancy.

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Are you or someone you know having difficulty falling asleep even though you've been up for more than 16 hours? Fear not! In this podcast episode, you'll learn techniques for calming the nervous system, even when your mind thinks you can't get to sleep.Pause episodes are designed to enhance the connection between your mind and body, through practicing body awareness and paying attention to what's happening internally.

Today we will focus on shifting out of feeling awake even though your mind is exhausted to feeling tired and ready to sleep. By the end of the episode, you'll have shifted from adrenaline keeping you awake into a calmer, more grounded state.

In this episode we:

Discuss good sleep hygiene
Notice your body
Use movement
Practice hand on your heart and/or belly
Feel a heaviness in your body indicating relaxation

This episode is sponsored by Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing, which is a resource for those suffering losses, especially baby loss during pregnancy.

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Are you or someone you know experiencing night terrors? Fear not! In this podcast episode, we learn about techniques for calming the nervous system, such as regulating the body through physical squeezing and focusing on our breath.Pause episodes are designed to enhance the connection between your mind and body, promoting reset and presence in any circumstance.

This episode is sponsored by Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing, which is a resource for those suffering the loss of a baby during pregnancy.

Today we will focus on shifting out of the fear and terror that comes when having an event that you'd describe as a bad dream, night terrors or nightmares. By the end of the episode, you'll have shifted from a racing heart into a calmer, more grounded state quicker.

In this episode we:

Discuss what night terrors are
Determine if it's trauma-induced or emotionally-induced
Practice hand on your heart and/or belly
Self-hug
Practice rocking/swaying
Feel a reduction in heart rate and muscle tension

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On this episode of I Thought I Was Over This, I share personal experiences with grief and suffering, offering insights and tips on how to effectively communicate with those who are going through difficult times. From the importance of authentic conversation to the use of healing cards, we discuss various approaches to supporting those dealing with trauma or illness. Along the way, I offer anecdotes of what not to say, especially to a person or family experiencing the aggressiveness of cancer. Join us as we explore how to create space for those struggling with grief and trauma, and how to offer words of comfort that truly help instead of hinder.

Key Moments:

[00:03:26] Acknowledging and processing pain is necessary when dealing with grief, rather than ignoring or overriding it. Comments like "You're strong, you'll get through this" may not be helpful. Caring is more important than finding the right words to say.

[00:05:31] Unprocessed grief can lead to ignoring other people's pain, so it's important to know your own history with grief before trying to offer comfort.

[00:13:42] I share a story about a friend who died from cancer and read a post from her about accepting comfort during her illness.

[00:16:19] We ponder how to handle conversations regarding cancer with a focus on responding with authenticity and empathy toward the other person's pain, especially using Christian language. I advocate for asking how to help and offering support as a gift.

[00:24:01] Cards from friends bring hope, laughter, and encouragement; their heartfelt words were appreciated the most by Dr. Beth Fletcher Brokaw.

[00:28:16] Avoid offering silver linings or biblical scriptures out of context.

Resources mentioned:

A Teenage Perspective - When Cancer Shows Up and Changes Everything: Sofia Montiel's Grief Story [Grief Series 2]
Treasures in Ashes: Twin Discoveries From A Cancer Journey Dr. Beth Fletcher Brokaw and Anne Fletcher Grizzle
Blog post by Keely Chace

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Pause episodes are designed to enhance the connection between your mind and body, promoting reset and presence in any circumstance.

This episode is sponsored by Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing, which is a resource for those suffering the loss of a baby during pregnancy.

Today we will focus on becoming aware of one's body and getting grounded in order to cope with stress and any sort of overwhelm.

In this episode we:
1. Get grounded
2. Practice breathing exercises
3. Identify what is most important
4. Self-hug
5. Practice the Voo Breath
6. Feel reset in the face of any circumstance

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Pause episodes are designed to enhance the connection between your mind and body, promoting reset and presence in any circumstance. The timing of this episode is to help mothers grieving the loss of children, people who have lost their mothers and feel intense grief, as well as people who grieve they aren't closer to their mothers and feel that weighty reality around Mother's Day.

This episode is sponsored by Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing, which is a resource for those suffering the loss of a baby during pregnancy.

Today we will focus on becoming aware of one's body and increasing resilience for coping with stress and grief.

In this episode we:
1. Get grounded
2. Speak "I'm alive"
3. Imagine what safe feels like
4. Use our senses
5. Practice movement as grounding

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In this episode, we will be mostly standing, but if you prefer sitting, you can sit. Remember that you can do whatever you want here, and the idea is to have some tools that you can use to distract yourself from destructive thought patterns.

Our internal harsh judge has a habit of thinking that we are omnipotent and omniscient, and it starts berating us from a pretty simple perspective, which is that everything is our fault. This negative filter is not sophisticated and cannot help us create a story that holds the complexity of the issues.

Therefore, distraction is a fantastic thing that we can use to change our filter and the way we filter information through. Neuroscience has shown that distraction is the way to change our filter and create a story that holds the complexity of the issues.

The first step is to notice when we are thinking negative thoughts and then distract ourselves from them. There are several cognitive behavioral techniques that we can try, but the idea is not to find something that works all the time but to have some tools that we can use.

In this episode we:

Discuss Mindful Movement
Movement Exercise
Breath Exercise
Tapping Exercise
Dancing

At the end of this episode, you will likely find yourself more grounded and regulated. If not, repeat. It means your body needs more time. Do not let the harsh judge tell you that you've failed. You are a sacred being. You matter. You are resourceful. Don't forget that.

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Complex emotions and experiences are a part of grief and loss. Whether you are in the midst of grieving or supporting a loved one through their journey, finding healing and peace during this difficult time is crucial.

In this episode, I discuss the complex internal roadmaps of grief and examine how it does not follow any one predictable path. Grief needs space and time to be integrated and it can show up unexpectedly. To prepare for events likely to bring grief to the surface, I talk about the importance of journaling and paying attention to important milestones, not just the day of death.

I also explore the five stages of grief, finding meaning in grief, and allowing yourself to experience and express your emotions fully, with the goal of helping listeners find healing and peace during a challenging time.

Resources mentioned:

Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing: https://www.drkimber.net/books

The Five Stages of Grief (from On Grief and Grieving: Finding the Meaning of Grief Through the Five Stages of Loss by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross)

The Five Stages of Grief by Linda Pastan

Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief by David Kessler

Preparation (Article from The Sun Magazine)

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Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief

On Grief and Grieving: Finding the Meaning of Grief Through the Five Stages of Loss

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Pause episodes aim to improve the connection between your mind and body. It will help you reset and get present no matter the circumstances. We practice mindfulness and mental focus, which have been found to improve the blood flow in the left hemisphere of the brain. These episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art, and each episode addresses a different topic to assist you in practicing being settled and grounded.

In this episode, I share some valuable insights on how to cope with the feelings of trauma and isolation that many of us may experience at some point in our lives. You are not alone in your struggles. During times of survival, we often have to simplify our lives, but as we heal and grow, we make room for more complex aspects.

Trauma can make us believe that we are alone in our survival, but this episode reminds us that we are never alone. Here we use our imagination to practice doing things differently, and we take steps to reach out to the community, which can help us create a sense of belonging and purpose.

Grab a comfortable position and let's get started.

In this episode we:

Box Breath
Get Present
Practice Hand on Heart and Belly and Gratitude
Build Awareness
Use our Five Senses

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Pause episodes are designed to enhance the connection between your mind and body, promoting reset and presence in any circumstance. Today, we will focus on overcoming "test anxiety," the fear associated with exams. Through a variety of tricks and techniques, we will learn how to lower heightened anxiety and shift our perspective to view tests as setbacks, rather than defining factors of ourselves.

In this episode, I will assist you in your self-discovery journey, teaching you how to relax your tense body and mind. We will also explore ways to shift focus towards the aspects that are within our control, enabling us to show up in the best possible way.

In this episode, we will:

Learn effective relaxation techniques.
Identify and eliminate feelings of helplessness.
Cultivate mindfulness by training the mind to focus on more active thoughts.
Practice Box Breathing.

Resources Mentioned:

Orange Coast College: https://orangecoastcollege.edu/

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Grieving the loss of someone you love is never an easy journey. In this second episode of our series on Grief, I am joined by special guest Sofia, whose mother was diagnosed with cancer in 2016 and passed away in 2018.

Now a high school senior and the oldest of three children, Sofia took on a leadership role in the family in her mother’s absence, and today she's sharing her journey of navigating her grief and balancing responsibilities. By rewiring some of her habits and acknowledging her grief, Sofia experienced self-discovery and healing, and learned to lean on the support of her loved ones while also establishing healthy boundaries and coping mechanisms to help her through the tough times.

I am privileged to share with you Sofia's inspiring story of resilience and strength — please join us today.

Segment 1: Taking on a Parental Role

Sofia starts with talking about how her mother's death forced her to step up and become a parental figure in her family, sharing her experience of taking care of her younger siblings, handling household responsibilities at a young age, and balancing this new role with her own needs and desires.

Segment 2: Realizing the Importance of Self-Care

Sofia discusses how she continued to push herself until the COVID-19 pandemic hit, and then she realized that she needed to take a break and prioritize her own well-being.

Segment 3: Finding Support from Friends

In this segment, Sofia and I discuss how her friends played a crucial role in helping her cope with her mother's passing.

Segment 4: Navigating Her Father's Grief

Sophia discusses how her father coped with her mother's death and how she navigated his efforts to keep her presence alive in their lives. She shares how she found a balance between honoring their mother's memory while also moving forward with their own lives.

Segment 5: Setting Boundaries
In this segment, Sofia shares the importance of setting boundaries, taking me-time, and making mistakes as a way of showing that you care.

Segment 6: Reintegrating into Real Life

Sofia shares her experiences of going back to school soon after her mother's passing, the pressure of being known as the girl whose mother had died, and the fear of being judged by others.

Resources Mentioned:

New Hope Grief Organization: https://www.newhopegrief.org/
Help with Hope: https://helpwithhope.org/
Camp Kesem: https://www.kesem.org/
Donate on behalf of Danielle Montiel: https://donate.kesem.org/fundraiser/4385292
Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing: https://www.drkimber.net/books

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Experiencing loss can be particularly challenging for children. They may struggle to comprehend and manage their emotions, and since they don’t have the same coping mechanisms as adults, it's crucial to offer them empathy, affection, and assistance.

In this episode, I will guide you in establishing a secure environment where your children can openly express their feelings and patiently process their grief. Together, we will explore practical ways to manage emotions and cope with the pain of loss.

Links and Resources Mentioned:

Free PDF: How to Support Children Grieving LossesNo Bad Parts: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness with the Internal Family Systems Model by Richard Schawrtz

Book List for Children, Grief, and Emotions:

My Many Colored Days by Dr. Seuss
In My Heart: A Book of Feelings by Jo Witek and Christine Roussey
The Feelings Book by Todd Parr
What is Goodbye? by Nikki Grimes
Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo (you may also find the movie here)
The Good-bye Book by Todd Parr
A Kid's Journey of Grief by Susan K. Beeney and Jo Anne Chung (you may also buy this book directly from the H. Norman Wright store)
Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing by Dr. Kimber Del Valle

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No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness with the Internal Family Systems Model

In My Heart: A Book of Feelings (Growing Hearts)

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Pause episodes aim to improve the connection between your mind and body. It will help you reset and get present no matter what circumstances. We practice somatic experiencing techniques as well as other somatic practices to help your nervous system find calm. These episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art, and each episode addresses a different topic to assist you in practicing being settled and grounded.

In this episode, I help you get mentally reset and practice getting connected to your body.

In this episode we:

Box Breath
Become Aware of Our Senses
Build Awareness around Beliefs
Feel Energized

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Pause episodes aim to improve the connection between your mind and body. It will help you reset and get present no matter what circumstances. We practice mindfulness and mental focus, which have been found to improve the blood flow in your left hemisphere of the brain. These episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art, and each episode addresses a different topic to assist you in practicing being settled and grounded.

In this episode, I help you get mentally reset and practice getting connected to your body when navigating chronic illness or cancer.

In this episode we:

Box Breath
Get Present
Build Awareness of Thought Patterns
Feel Into Your Capability
Feel Energized

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Let's get you feeling safe and secure in going to the dentist! This is a huge anxiety trigger for many of my clients so I'm offering some of my tried and true methods for helping you to feel safe and not needing to take the entire day off after a cleaning or procedure!

In this episode, I help get you mentally reset and ready to go to the dentist (and to take me with you)! While I am with you in your earbuds, I lead you in some guided practices as you're sitting in the dental chair.

In this episode we:
1. Get Present
2. Prepare to Leave for the Dentist
3. Sit Together in the Waiting Room
4. Practice Activities as Your Dental Work is Being Done
5. Celebrate that You Did It!

Pause episodes aim to improve the connection between your mind and body. We practice mindfulness and mental focus, which have been found to improve the blood flow in your left hemisphere of the brain. These episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art, and each episode addresses a different topic to assist you in practicing being settled and grounded.

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Today's episode is sponsored by my new book, Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing, which is out now.

In this episode, I’m sharing my writing journey, author's note addressing grief, and part of chapter 1 where I share my experience of hearing the news my son has died. This episode is for everyone who has been impacted by grief, and I hope it offers some ideas and resources to help us so we can make it something more than we ever imagined.

Links and Resources Mentioned:PDF to support children grieving loss: https://www.drkimber.net/resources
Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing: https://www.drkimber.net/books

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Pause episodes aim to improve the connection between your mind and body. We practice mindfulness and mental focus, which have been found to improve the blood flow in your left hemisphere of the brain. These episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art, and each episode addresses a different topic to assist you in practicing being settled and grounded.

In this episode, I help you get mentally reset to be mentally ready and emotionally available for an uncomfortable conversation or event.

In this episode we:

Box Breath
Get Present with the Senses
Raise Anxiety and Body Sensations through Imagination
Build Awareness of Thought Patterns Around Uncomfortable Feelings
Feel Into Your Capability
Self-Hug
Identify Who is With You - You are not alone
Feel Energized, Not Nervous

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Pause episodes aim to improve the connection between your mind and body. We practice mindfulness and mental focus, which have been found to improve the blood flow in your left hemisphere of the brain. These episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art, and each episode addresses a different topic to assist you in practicing being settled and grounded.

In this episode, I help you get mentally reset when processing hard situations and negative feelings like anger, disappointment, and sadness by slowing down your mind in order to reconnect to your whole brain. Intense feelings can pull you into fight or flight, which limits your ability to process the situation with your thoughts, empathy, creativity, and feeling seen and connected. Join me for settling your mind and body.

In this episode we:
2:36 - Get into a Comfortable Position
11:53 - Acknowledge the Situation
14:20 - Practice Voo Breathing (Dr. Peter Levine's technique)
17:45 - Practice Box Breathing
23:37 - Feel Connected and Ready to Approach the Situation

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Pause episodes aim to improve the connection between your mind and body. We practice mindfulness and mental focus, which have been found to improve the blood flow in your left hemisphere of the brain. These episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art, and each episode addresses a different topic to assist you in practicing being settled and grounded.

In this episode, I help you get mentally reset through slowing down your mind in order to stop any racing thoughts, anxiousness, fatigue, or overwhelm. Join me for settling your mind and body.

In this episode we:

Notice Your Body
Body Scan
Breath Work
Using Sound to Get More Settled
Feel Reset and Ready to Tackle the Rest of the Day

Check out past episodes and more information here: https://www.drkimber.net/podcast-info

Please remember that this podcast is not a replacement for treatment by a healthcare or mental health professional. This content is created for education and entertainment purposes only.

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Pause episodes, identified by the white raven on the podcast cover, aim to strengthen the connection between your mind and body and help you develop a sense of calm and grounding. Through practicing mindfulness and mental focus, we enhance blood flow to the brain's left hemisphere and promote overall well-being.

Today, we'll work on maintaining a connection with our bodies as we respectfully acknowledge and process feelings of grief. I'll guide you in shifting your perspective and provide a set of mindful exercises to help you realign your internal roadmap.

In this episode we:

3:54 – Seek to reorganize our internal strategy in the face of grief

11:13 – Practice breathing exercises to gently hold space for and stay with our grief

17:53 – Stay in touch with our grief and give ourselves comfort

18:04 – Reset our body with the help of the "Butterfly Hug"

23:19 – Practice the "Fog Horn" exercise

29:01 – Look for safe people who can help support us in holding space for the grief we're feeling

Check out past episodes and more information here: https://www.drkimber.net/podcast-info

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Pause episodes, identified by the white raven on the cover, aim to improve the connection between your mind and body, along with assisting you in practicing being settled and grounded. We practice mindfulness and mental focus, which have been found to improve the blood flow in your left hemisphere of the brain.

In this episode, we will dive into embodying ourselves and treating our bodies as sacred. Please take a moment to gather a candle, pen, and paper, and find a comfortable place to sit as I guide you through exercises designed to help you slow down, stay grounded, and fully embrace the present moment.

In this episode we:

1:30 – Practice the art of slowing down and self-reflection

4:18 – Value how our minds work by paying attention to it

5:39 – Journal and reflect on the innermost parts of ourselves

6:12 – Try the mindfulness exercise

15:18 – Honor ourselves; we are made to be seen

25:11 – Put put on paper and write our feelings through

Resources to check out:

Natalie Goldberg’s works: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781451641257
Natalie’s website: https://nataliegoldberg.com/
Mirabai Starr’s website: https://www.mirabaistarr.com/

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Pause episodes aim to improve the connection between your mind and body. We practice mindfulness and mental focus, which have been found to improve the blood flow in your left hemisphere of the brain. These episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art, and each episode addresses a different topic to assist you in practicing being settled and grounded.

In this episode, I help you get feeling comfortable with the upcoming procedure and recognizing how you can help your body feel settled even in the unfamiliar.

In this episode we:

Get Into a Comfortable Position
Get Present
Use Your Imagination
Practice Being Activated, Then Settled
Feel More Prepared for Your Surgery

Check out past episodes and more information here: https://www.drkimber.net/podcast-info

Please remember that this podcast is not a replacement for treatment by a healthcare or mental health professional. This content is created for education and entertainment purposes only.

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Pause episodes aim to improve the connection between your mind and body. We practice mindfulness and mental focus, which have been found to improve the blood flow in your left hemisphere of the brain. These episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art, and each episode addresses a different topic to assist you in practicing being settled and grounded.

In this episode, I help you get transitioned to sleep through slowing down your mind in order to stop any racing thoughts, anxiousness, fatigue, or overwhelm. Join me for settling your mind and body.

In this episode we:

Get Into A Comfortable Sleep Position (Grab that Eye Mask!)
Body Scan
Breath Work
Settling into Sleep

Check out past episodes and more information here: https://www.drkimber.net/podcast-info

Please remember that this podcast is not a replacement for treatment by a healthcare or mental health professional. This content is created for education and entertainment purposes only.

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Pause episodes aim to improve the connection between your mind and body. We practice mindfulness and mental focus, which have been found to improve the blood flow in your left hemisphere of the brain. These episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art, and each episode addresses a different topic to assist you in practicing being settled and grounded.

In this episode, we are getting grounded and present, slowing down in order to reset ourselves - racing thoughts, anxiousness, fatigue, or overwhelm to name a few. Join me for a pause and then get right back to your day.

In this episode we:

Get Grounded
Get Present
Breath Work
Settling into the Present Moment

Check out past episodes and more information here: https://www.drkimber.net/podcast-info

Please remember that this podcast is not a replacement for treatment by a healthcare or mental health professional. This content is created for education and entertainment purposes only.

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Today's episode is sponsored by Dr. Kimber’s upcoming book, Still: Making a Whole When Parts Go Missing, which will be released in late January. It’s part three of a three part mini-series to help us prepare and approach the holiday season in a way that works for each of us, so we can end the year and move into the new year minimizing stress and regret, and feeling more connected and refreshed.

In this episode, we're talking about grief and the holidays, and how to hold the balance of what is and what isn’t, especially during a season that may include gatherings with family and friends, and memories.

Key moments include:

4:55 – One useful way to navigate grief over the holidays: name it

6:54 – Thoughts for when you’re grieving about how family dynamics have been shifted

8:12 – How practicing gratitude by noticing the good can be helpful

9:10 – The importance of carving out time to experience grief

10:25 – How grief requires us to reach out to people to be seen

Check out past episodes and more information here: https://www.drkimber.net/podcast-info

Please remember that this podcast is not a replacement for treatment by a healthcare or mental health professional. This content is created for education and entertainment purposes only.

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Pause episodes aim to improve the connection between your mind and body. We practice mindfulness and mental focus, which have been found to improve the blood flow in your left hemisphere of the brain. These episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art, and each episode addresses a different topic to assist you in practicing being settled and grounded.

In this episode, we are practicing being in our body and comforting our younger self, which may be stuck in family dynamics or past trauma, and isn't feeling safe.

In this episode we:

Get Grounded
Get Present
Self-Compassion and Shifting Your Mind
Settling into the Present Moment

Check out past episodes and more information here: https://www.drkimber.net/podcast-info

Please remember that this podcast is not a replacement for treatment by a healthcare or mental health professional. This content is created for education and entertainment purposes only.

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Today's episode is sponsored by Dr. Kimber’s upcoming book, Still: Making a Whole When Parts Go Missing, which will be released in late January, and it’s part two of a three part mini-series to help us prepare and approach the holiday season in a way that works for each of us, so we can end the year and move into the new year minimizing stress and regret, and feeling more connected and refreshed into 2023.

In this episode, we're diving into family dynamics during the holidays to help you navigate and approach the upcoming weeks in a way that helps you feel more connected, especially when spending time with your family of origin, taking a look at the what, the why, and the how of having a connecting time.

Key moments include:

1:39 – The What, The Why, and The How of having a connecting time

3:10 – How to cope with the feeling of showing up small

6:55 – If you’re finding yourself falling back into familial patterns

15:55 – How can you find respect in disagreements

18:26 – How to create space for other people’s opinions and thoughts

27:48 – Looking at what you can and cannot control during the holidays

Check out past episodes and more information here: https://www.drkimber.net/podcast-info

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Pause episodes aim to improve the connection between your mind and body. We practice mindfulness and mental focus, which have been found to improve the blood flow in your left hemisphere of the brain. It's so normal to feel anxious when there are people we care about on stage performing as a result we can sometimes be nail biting rather than enjoying the performance in front of us. This is an episode to help you feel present rather than anxious as your important people of any age perform.

These episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art and each episode addresses a different topic to assist you in practicing being settled and grounded.

In this episode we:

Get Grounded
Get Present
Imagine the Good
Get Clear On Your Role as Supporter
Be Open to What's To Come From the Stage

Please remember that this podcast is not a replacement for treatment by a healthcare or mental health professional. This content is created for education and entertainment purposes only.

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As the end of another year approaches, so, too, does the holiday season…which can bring up a range of emotions (and may differ for each of us!). For some, it can bring excitement, happiness, and warmth. For others, it may trigger past traumas, stress, and grief — or perhaps a combination of feelings.

This episode is part one of a three part mini-series to help us prepare and approach the holiday season with a strategic plan, so we can end the year and move into the new year minimizing stress and regret, and supporting ourselves in ways that will help us emerge into 2023 refreshed and rejuvenated.

Key moments include:

2:50 – A how-to guide on staying connected during the holiday period.

4:04 – The importance of taking time to carve out and use your imagination so you can get an idea of what you are wanting and what you want to value.

5:56 – When feeling loss or devastation, how to skip channeling a toxic positivity mindset to help you delve into the pain you’re keeping away, and finding things that will help with healing.

9:23 – How you can shift the focus of the holiday in your household.

13:58 – On not ignoring the pain and stress that you're experiencing (and what to do instead).

20:38 – How you can approach this holiday time so you have a different experience.

24:27 – How the holidays can be a valuable time to review your habits and routines.

Check out past episodes and more information here: https://www.drkimber.net/podcast-info

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Pause episodes aim to improve the connection between your mind and body. We practice mindfulness and mental focus, which have been found to improve the blood flow in your left hemisphere of the brain. This is part four of a series developed for the purpose of becoming more embodied and feeling more alive in your body. This episode leads you in a mindfulness exercise while cleaning and helps you get present with what's around you.

These episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art and each episode addresses a different topic.

In this episode we:

Get Grounded
Get Present
Deep Breathing
Voo Breath
Feel More Alert and Alive

Please remember that this podcast is not a replacement for treatment by a healthcare or mental health professional. This content is created for education and entertainment purposes only.

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Please note this episode contains an occurrence of profanity.

In this bonus episode, Dr. Kimber is joined by special guest Dr. Dustin Sulak for an exploration on the medicinal properties, history, and benefits of cannabis.

An osteopathic physician, Dr. Sulak has become an internationally-renowned expert in medical cannabis, and he shares about the stigmatization of medical cannabis use, perspectives on healing the body organically, and why medicinal cannabis may be worth a try for some patients — with proper guidance and support.

Key moments include:
04:19 – A brief history of medical cannabis and the circumstances that led to it being villainized.
10:10 – How cannabis can be used for treatment, and the difference between hemp, cannabis, and other substances.
15:22 – Dr. Sulak’s thoughts for anyone hesitant about medicinal cannabis.
20:47 – The lack of information regarding medicinal cannabis and its patient benefits.
25:41 – Cannabis, its subspecies, and whether it can help support quality sleep.

More on Dr. Sulak:Dustin Sulak, D.O., is a traditional osteopathic physician and expert in integrative medicine. His clinical practice in Maine focuses on treating refractory conditions in adults and children. Dr. Sulak is an internationally-renowned expert in medical cannabis, the author of the first foundational text on its clinical use, Handbook of Cannabis for Clinicians: Principles and Practice, and a co-founder of Healer.com, a medical cannabis education resource. He is a passionate educator and leader in the field of medical cannabis, and serves on the board of directors of The Society of Cannabis Clinicians.

Keep in touch with Dr. Sulak:
Instagram: @Healer.com_
Facebook: @Healercom
Website: Healer.com
Clinic Website: integr8health.com
Book: https://wwnorton.com/books/9780393714180?promo=HBCN21

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Pause episodes aim to improve the connection between your mind and body. We practice mindfulness and mental focus, which have been found to improve the blood flow in your left hemisphere of the brain. This is part three of a series developed for the purpose of becoming more embodied and feeling more alive in your body. This episode leads you in a mindfulness exercise while taking a shower and helps you get present with what's around you.

These episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art and each episode addresses a different topic.

In this episode we:

We start with Sound
Get Showering
Going Through the Five Senses
Transitioning to Your Day or Winding Down

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Welcome to the third episode of our Getting Help series on the I Thought I Was Over This podcast!

In part 3, Dr. Kimber looks at where to turn for professional help, offering thoughts and perspectives on therapy v. coaching — when they might be helpful, respectively, as well as what to look for in a provider so you can make the change you’re hoping to make.

Key moments include:

04:44 – Assessing your relationship with your parents and how the past has impacted the present to explore mental health support options.
07:00 – Helping your kids get the outside support they need is not an indicator of your success or failure as a parent.
08:05 – Single-event trauma and how you need professional help to process it.
10:22 – What’s the difference between licensed, certified, or trained professionals?
15:55 – Answering the question: “When should I get professional help?”
23:10 – How to find a good coaching fit and when working with a coach can be helpful.
25:25 – Support groups as one of the most underrated resources for alleviating mental health concerns.
28:52 – Books as a resource - and what to be mindful of.

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Pause episodes aim to improve the connection between your mind and body. We practice mindfulness and mental focus which has been found to improve the blood flow in your left hemisphere of the brain. This is part two of a series developed for the purpose of becoming more embodied and feeling more alive in your body. This episode leads you in a mindfulness exercise while cooking and helps you get present with what's around you.

These episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art and each episode addresses a different topic.

In this episode we:

Learn the Importance of the Mind-Body Connection
Get Cooking
Going Through the Five Senses
Breath Work

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October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Month. This special episode has pieces of my journey with pregnancy loss in hopes that it will help you in your journey - however you've been impacted. Whether it's happened to you, your daughter, your granddaughter, your friend or sibling - may this offering allow you to be more comfortable with the uncomfortable, with the "there is nothing to make this better."

You are not alone. I've given voice to the poems I created early in my journey to finding a new whole.

May you be encouraged to stay the course and find your own words or creative grief expression to share with others in need of having words when they have none.

The poems I've included in this episode are found in my book: Still: Making a Whole When Parts Go Missing, releasing January 2023.

If interested in receiving updates on when the book will launch (along with periodic reflections, upcoming events, and new podcast episodes), you can sign up here: https://drkimber.activehosted.com/f/5

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If you haven't tried our Pause episodes before, welcome. These episodes aim to improve the connection between your mind and body. We practice mindfulness and mental focus which has been found to improve the blood flow in your left hemisphere of the brain. This is part one of a series developed for the purpose of becoming more embodied and feeling more alive in your body. This episodes leads you in an outside meditation and helps you get present with what's around you.

These episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art and each episode addresses a different topic.

In this episode we:

Learn the Importance of the Mind-Body Connection
Get Outside
Practice Mental Flexibility through Noticing What's Enjoyable and What's Not As Enjoyable
Going Through the Five Senses
Breath Work

Please remember that this podcast is not a replacement for treatment by a healthcare or mental health professional. This content is created for education and entertainment purposes only.

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Welcome to the second episode of our Getting Help series on the I Thought I Was Over This podcast!

In part 2, Dr. Kimber dives into what you can expect from people who are helping you, what you should be looking for—and red flags to be aware of!—and how to find help and support that is the right fit for YOU, to help create the change that you are looking for.

Resources mentioned:

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/
Maybe You Should Talk to Someone: A Therapist, Her Therapist, and Our Lives Revealed (by Lori Gottlieb)
Attachment book - Wired for Love: How Understanding Your Partner's Brain and Attachment Style Can Help You Defuse Conflict and Build a Secure Relationship (by Stan Tatkin, PsyD, MFT)
Attachment book - Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find—and Keep—Love (by Amir Levine, MD, and Rachel S.F. Heller, MA)

Check out past episodes and more information here: https://www.drkimber.net/podcast-info

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If you haven't tried our Pause episodes before, welcome. These episodes practice mind training and connecting with our body which can hold stress and anxiety when processing difficult emotions or uncertainty - especially to the trauma-bodied individual.

These episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art.

In this episode we:

Tolerate the Feelings Surrounding Not Knowing What to Do or What's Ahead
Get Settled
Practice Mental Focus
Breath Work
Positive Affirmations

Please remember that this podcast is not a replacement for treatment by a healthcare or mental health professional. This content is created for education and entertainment purposes only.

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Welcome to a new series on Dr. Kimber’s I Thought I Was Over This podcast! This short series, which will be two to three episodes, will cover questions that come up often in her private practice, beginning with: “How do I know if I need help? And if I do, where do I go for help? What if or do I need medication?” Mental health is something we all deal with, and this series aims to provide resources and suggestions if you’re wondering if you need help (and you are not alone if you’re feeling this way — so many of us do at various times!).

In part 1 of this “Getting Help” series, Dr. Kimber starts with offering questions that she uses in her practice to help gain clarity into what is going on, including: “How are you functioning?” Then through reflection, stories, and sharing, she offers ideas of different options and areas to consider, including therapy, medication, supplements, habits, behaviors, and sleep.

Key moments include:
01:36 – The importance of asking yourself: “How can you function?” and “What’s getting in your way?”
05:51 – Let’s discuss: What can you do when you can’t function and accomplish your daily duties such as work, household chores, hygiene, and even physical contact with people?
09:33 – Dr. Kimber’s experience with depression.
10:39 – Dr. Dan Siegel’s story about his struggle with depression.
11:42 – How can you get medication in a professional setting?
17:04 – Dr. Kimber’s opinion regarding supplements.
18:43 – A quick recap of the actionable steps you can take as you get help.

Please remember that this podcast is not a replacement for treatment by a healthcare or mental health professional. This content is created for education and entertainment purposes only.

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If you haven't tried our Pause episodes before, welcome. These episodes put into practice training our minds and connecting with our body, these episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art.

In this episode we:

Recognize A Need to Stop Harsh Judgment or Condemning Thoughts
Get Settled
Practice Mental Focus
Breath Work
Positive Affirmations

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In this episode, Dr. Kimber takes a look at social media and mental health, particularly through the teen perspective, with two special guests: Eden and Elisha Del Valle!

Eden, a college sophomore, and Elisha, a high school freshman, share their opinions, insights, and the platforms they use on social media as they navigate their teen years, build social circles, and work to create healthy habits around social media use and technology in general.

Key moments include:

01:23 – Eden and Elisha share what social platforms they belong to and reasons for deleting some social apps on their phones.

03:13 - Elisha shares how he connected with people online before having a phone and without having to rely on social media.

04:35 - The parameters Eden set to regulate social media use and signs that she identifies as unhealthy use of social media.

06:57 – How parents intervened and/or actions they took that became Eden and Elisha’s foundation for building habits that regulate social media use.

10:30 – Winding down activities after using social media or technology.

11:27 - What seems to be a common mental health concern with social media among your friends?

13:39 - As a teenager, what would you like to say to parents about social media use?

16:45 – How do you regulate sleep despite easy access to technology and social media?

18:08 – Eden and Elisha’s message to their peers as they develop good lifestyle habits and how they overcome FOMO.

Please remember that this podcast is not a replacement for treatment by a healthcare or mental health professional. This content is created for education and entertainment purposes only.

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If you haven't tried our Pause episodes before, welcome. Different from the sleep season episodes where we get into stories and content, here we put into practice training our minds and connecting with our body, these episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art.

In this episode we:

Get Settled
Track Sounds
Practice Mental Focus

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In this final episode of season 1, Dr. Kimber concludes the sleep series sharing top episodes, how and why various topics were covered (thank you to everyone who shared topics they wanted to hear about, including snoring, menopause, supplements, and trauma!), along with a recap of why sleep is so important plus info on night terrors and growth models for navigating insomnia.

In addition, Dr. Kimber shares what’s coming next season!

Key moments include:
01:54 - Exciting statistics and the most beloved episodes for this season.
05:30 - Recap: why sleep is important.
09:50 - The five components of a thriving mental health model.
14:53 - Navigating sleep deprivation and the effects of sleep deprivation.
23:17 - Getting to the River of Integration: A Roadmap
28:49 - What’s coming next season?

The “most” episodes mentioned:
Most downloads: Pause: Breath Work, Body Scans and Feeling Safe [Pause 01]
Most interactions: Bonus: Navigating Life with ADHD - Guest College Student Eden Del Valle
Most social media engagement: Bonus: About College Life Guests Eden and Paige on Roommate Sleep Routines and Choosing a Roommate

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If you haven't tried our Pause episodes before, welcome. Different from the sleep season episodes where we get into stories and content, here we put into practice training our minds and connecting with our body, these episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art.

In this episode we:

Get Settled
Track Your Breath

Past episodes mentioned:
Pause 1
Pause 2

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In this episode, Dr. Kimber discusses helping to create safety, security, bonding, and sleep cycles with your child.

Sharing from her studies as an attachment specialist to her own experiences as a parent, Dr. Kimber offers various approaches, ideas, and troubleshooting tips to help you and your child to get much-needed rest and sleep. And along the way, please keep in mind that all of us learn as we go on the parenting journey, so please give yourself compassion and grace along the way.

Key moments include:

01:35 – My parenting approach to my children and how different it was for each of my kids.
06:53 – A full-circle realization that I caused trauma to my son’s nervous system.
08:09 – What is secure attachment, and why is it the greatest gift we can give our children?
10:59 – What is the relationship of secure attachment to a child’s sleep?
15:41 – Understanding night-time demand feeding and how to effectively manage it.
17:55 – The importance of flexibility as a parent.
19:07 – An awareness of parenting goals – creating a rough draft for parenting structure.
26:00 – How anxiety and trauma affect your nervous system and, ultimately, your infant.
30:46 – Posturing yourself as a mom who can either be sleep-deprived or grateful for catching some zzz’s.
32:43 – Troubleshooting tips when you are a mom who has a baby who wants to play rather than sleep.
40:02 – How dysregulation affects your infant’s sleeping patterns, and my last-minute advice for mothers and fathers struggling to create a well-rounded sleep structure for themselves and their children.

Resources mentioned and additional resources:
Read more: Ferber Method
Read more: Adult Attachment Interview
The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind (by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson)
The Power of Showing Up: How Parental Presence Shapes Who Our Kids Become and How Their Brains Get Wired (by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson)
Your Baby and Child: From Birth to Age Five (by Penelope Leach)
Touchpoints-Birth to Three (by T. Berry Brazelton and Joshua D. Sparrow)
Sleep: The Brazelton Way (by T. Berry Brazelton and Joshua D. Sparrow)

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The Power of Showing Up: How Parental Presence Shapes Who Our Kids Become and How Their Brains Get Wired

The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind

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If you haven't tried our Pause episodes before, welcome. Different from the sleep season episodes where we get into stories and content, here we put into practice training our minds and connecting with our body, these episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art.

In this episode we:

Get Settled
Track Your Breath
Hand Placement
Imagine Safety in Water
Spiritual Practice of Being With
Sleep

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In this episode, Dr. Kimber talks about teens, sleep routines, and habits. Quality sleep is essential for a teenager’s mental health and optimal development, and at this crucial stage of their lives, teenagers truly do need support from their parents, especially in the establishment of sound sleep habits and routines.

Taking into consideration how a teenage brain is wired, Dr. Kimber discusses the impact of a parent’s support on their teen’s health and well-being, along with key topics for parents to think about and keep in mind as they support their children with sleep.

Key moments include:
01:05 – The unexpected age where a person experiences full development of executive brain function.
03:19 – Why teens need parental help, especially when it comes to sleep.
04:43 – An example of how we integrate good sleep hygiene in our home.
06:53 – Teenage brains: hardwired to being night-owl brains.
11:40 – Social media, phone use and sleep.
17:26 – The relationship between sleep and anxiety.
23:15 – Major stressor for teenagers and how it affects sleep.
32:28 – Helping your teen manage stress to achieve optimal sleep.

Resources mentioned:
The Teenage Brain – Written by Francis Jensen
Brainstorm – Written by Dr. Dan Siegel

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In this episode, Dr. Kimber is joined by a very special guest: her daughter, Eden Del Valle. Together, they take a look at navigating life with ADHD (including how ADHD impacts sleep).

Eden, currently a sophomore in college, was diagnosed with ADHD in 3rd grade. She shares her experience and what she has learned along the way, including how she came to be diagnosed, her symptoms with ADHD, her experience with medication and ADHD, and strategies she’s found useful to help support her in the day-to-day.

Eden shares what she’d love her 2nd and 3rd grade self to have known when she was struggling, as well as ideas and information to help family members who are supporting loved ones with ADHD.

Key moments include:

01:04 - Eden’s diagnosis of ADHD and a quick informational brief about the disorder.

03:21 - Eden shares her symptoms of ADHD.

05:33 - Eden elaborates on what her journey has been like and the side effects of pharmaceutical interventions to her life.

08:26 - What Eden would share with her 2nd-grade self.

13:30 - Eden shares the lifestyle changes she made to thrive in life and in school while navigating the ups and downs of ADHD.

15:40 - A deep dive on the benefits of calendaring and how it has helped Eden.

16:56 - Eden shares the effects of stimulants on her daily life and what strategies she has taken to combat it.

19:42 - Eden describes her life as a student with ADHD.

21:56 - What are the most common misconceptions about ADHD and what makes Eden take action?

24:53 - Eden’s tips on reading, being distracted, and other tasks that need focus.

26:44 - What would you want listeners to know about ADHD?

28:04 - How does Eden navigate tests that deal with enumerations, procedures, or steps?

31:03 - Eden’s message for individuals who are closely-related or know someone who has ADHD.

Resources Mentioned:
Headspace app: https://www.headspace.com/

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If you haven't tried our Pause episodes before, welcome. Different from the sleep season episodes where we get into stories and content, here we put into practice training our minds and connecting with our body, these episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art.

In this episode we:

Get Settled
Track Your Breath
Express Gratitude to All the Body Parts
Ground Using Hand Placements and Feel Warmth
Notice the Embodied Experience of Gratitude
Voo Breath

Please remember that this podcast is not a replacement for treatment by a healthcare or mental health professional. This content is created for education and entertainment purposes only.

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In this episode, Dr. Kimber is joined by Dr. Lisa Fillis, a naturopathic doctor from Long Beach, CA. Dr. Fillis graduated from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2003 and brings almost 20 years of clinical practice to the conversation. Naturopathic medicine is about getting to the root cause of illness, and she's passionate about helping women heal from the inside out.

Dr. Kimber and Dr. Fillis discuss the ways in which hormones play a role in the body’s activities, especially sleep. Dr. Fillis dives deep into hormone disruption during menopause, steps to take to combat menopause, and steps to understand what is happening in your body.

Key moments include:

02:50 - The way in which sleep helps our body repair.

04:05 - How hormones affect almost every activity in the body?

06:15 - Possible reasons for disruptions in sleep.

10:36 - Suggestions on how to navigate hormone imbalances for both men and women.

18:31 - How to get help with sleep loss affected by menopause.

Keep in touch with Dr. Lisa Fillis, ND:
Website: http://www.restoration-health.com/

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If you haven't tried our Pause episodes before, welcome. Different from the sleep season episodes where we get into stories and content, here we put into practice training our minds and connecting with our body, these episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art.

In this episode we:

Get Outside
Get in Your Body
Use Your Senses to Enhance Your Walk
Breath Work

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In this episode Dr. Kimber is joined by Dr. Sunny Raleigh. Sunny Raleigh, DO, is Co-Founder & Medical Director of Restoration Healthcare, Inc. — a Southern California-based healthcare practice that’s on a mission to restore hope and optimize the body’s innate ability to heal from within through the compassionate delivery of functional medicine.

A recognized expert in the treatment of chronic illness without a diagnosis, Dr. Raleigh is a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, is American Osteopathic Association board certified in Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and Family/Osteo Manipulative Medicine, and holds membership in the American Osteopathic Association, the American College of Family Physicians, the Institute for Functional Medicine, and the International Lyme & Associated Diseases Society (ILADS).

Dr. Kimber and Dr. Raleigh discuss the importance of sleep, as well as share tips to help improve the quality of sleep. Because yes — sleep is that important! During their conversation, Dr. Raleigh helps inform the importance of quality sleep by relating it to the body's functions and overall health, along with discussing potential roots of sleep disorders, sharing stories from her college experience and medical residency.

Key moments include:

02:21 - Dr. Raleigh discusses her personal relationship with sleep.
13:35 - How EMFs silently affect sleep.
25:17 - Impacts of the substances we put into our body and their impact on sleep.
36:37 - Establishing routines and boundaries before sleep.

Resources mentioned include:
EMF Analysis: Jack Black — EMFSafetySolutions.com
Wired Line: 949-261-7352
Lokosana Grounding Pad: Samina — https://saminasleep.com/lokosana-grounding-pad/

Keep in touch with Dr. Sunny Raleigh, DO:
Website: https://www.RhealthC.com
Facebook: https://facebook.com/RestorationHealthcare1
Facebook: https://facebook.com//SunnyRaleighDO
Instagram: https://instagram.com/RestorationHealthcare1

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If you haven't tried our Pause episodes before, welcome. Different from the sleep season episodes where we get into stories and content, here we put into practice training our minds and connecting with our body, these episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art.

In this episode we:

Discuss Why We Need To Ground - Neuroception
Grounding Practice
3. Quiet Your Mind through Breath Work
Notice How You Are Physically Safe
Mind Work Noticing the Senses

Please remember that this podcast is not a replacement for treatment by a healthcare or mental health professional. This content is created for education and entertainment purposes only.

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**This episode is especially created for first responders, military - present and former, professions who witness death as well as individuals who have been undone by also experiencing a person's death or injury, usually in some sudden incident.

Take a listen to find the way back to feeling grounded and to help work the traumatic event through your nervous system so it doesn't "stick" and become a mental health concern like chronic anxiety, PTSD, addictions or OCD.**

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This episode was recorded a month before the latest round of mass shootings here in the United States. I grieve for the families who lost children in Uvalde, TX and their whole community, and those who lost loved ones just weeks earlier in Buffalo and Laguna Nigel. We live in a prosperous country with one of the highest rates of death by gun violence. This painful reality affects even those who don't directly suffer. Perhaps you felt it in your own bodies: when we hear stories of profound violence, we wonder if such a horror might happen to us, and we instinctively shift into fight or flight mode. Our bodies aren't made to hold such worry. It will wear us down and if it goes on long enough, cause physical manifestations of stress. When we are in a place where anxiety and the "what ifs" are easily accessible, they can take over everything and before we know it our muscles are tight, our heart is racing and we are no longer in a grounded place. Where we need to be is a place where we can manage our feelings, for our own sake, and so we can be helpful to others who need support, and be able to participate well in conversations about how to address our violent society. Today's episode is practicing how to get out of an anxiety spiral and into the peace and calm you desire.

If you haven't tried our Pause episodes before, welcome. Different from the sleep season episodes where we get into stories and content, here we put into practice training our minds and connecting with our body, these episodes are identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art.

In this episode we:

Discuss What An Anxiety Spiral or Catastrophizing looks like
Example of a worry trigger
Quiet Your Mind
Invite your worry to show up
Practice noticing where anxiety and worry show up in your body
Return to Calm or Normal

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**When fear kicks in, every sense in your body turns up to high alert - ready to engage into fight or flight. We can’t help being triggered by fear, but we can help our response to that fear. This episode takes you through a routine Dr. Kimber uses as a trauma survivor when fear strikes at inopportune time, like out of a deep sleep.

Listen in as Dr. Kimber shares her experiences, science-backed studies, and her tips on how you can get out of the anxiety spiral or trauma reactions.**

This episode will help you -

Identify your thoughts that are fear based.
Understand the power (and not in a good way) of visualize the bad happening
Identify helpful ways to frame your thoughts in situations you know you’re prone to anxiety and fear
How to identify confirmation bias so you can rest better.
Regulate quicker after anxiety or trauma reaction.

Though this episode tries to have very trauma language sensitive, Dr. Kimber gives an example of her own life that may be triggering if you've had a similar situation. Be aware of what is happening in your body as you listen to this episode in order to be in a learning posture rather than a retriggered episode.

Please remember that this podcast is not a replacement for treatment by a healthcare or mental health professional. This content is created for education and entertainment purposes only.

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Welcome to a 'Pause' Episode, different from the sleep season episodes where we get into stories and content, here we put into practice training our minds and connecting with our body. Each episode offers you something different and is identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art.

In this episode we:

Ground Your Body
Quiet Your Mind
Count Backwards as Needed

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Most of us have moments of waking up in the middle of the night and not being able to fall back asleep. If this happens repeatedly night after night it will take a toll on our mental and physical health.

In this episode, I will address several scenarios that can wake us up in the middle of the night. Here, I’ll discuss what happens with your body when you wake up, and how you can approach your sleep according to the why you wake up.

Tune in and listen to how you can navigate middle of the night insomnia.

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Welcome to a 'Pause' Episode, different from the sleep season episodes where we get into stories and content, here we put into practice training our minds and connecting with our body. Each episode offers you something different and is identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art.

In this episode We:

Ground Ourselves
Notice where we feel, in our body, the support of others
Notice where Shame is in our body
Identify what we need to shift shame from connection with others
Learn Butterfly Hug - Trauma technique for shifting mood states

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Today we are sitting down with my daughter, Eden and her roommate, Paige to dive into the dynamics of living with a roommate, specifically how you can protect your sleep quality while sharing a living space. Eden and Paige are freshmen in college, and they had the opportunity to choose each other as roommates. The process involved filling out a questionnaire, many of the questions were related to sleep habits.

In the episode today, Paige and Eden talk about how they have worked together to get the necessary rest for their busy college lives. They share their shared bedtime routines and how their sleep habits have evolved as they settle into college.

In This Episode

2:48 - Navigating your sleep routines with your roommate

4:29 - Creating a wind-down routine with your roommate

6:33 - Avoiding the dreaded all-nighter

9:05 - What do incoming freshmen need to know to get enough rest in the first year of college

12:14 - Kicking procrastination and developing better study habits

15:40 - What to do when roommates don’t fall asleep at the same time

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Today I'm joined by my husband, Dennis Del Valle, leadership and executive coach and licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. We are talking about sleeping with your partner today. Getting good sleep when you aren't the only one in the room can definitely be a challenge, especially if a partner snores or struggles with restlessness.

This episode will give you words for your experience if you struggle! We dive into shame, feeling done to by the other, how to navigate sleep needs with a strategy where it's a problem to be solved not a personal defect. We even take on a common misuse of a biblical passage for those of you who may carry this burden in your marriage.

Join us! Dennis shares his journey of being a snorer as well as a body with sleep apnea. He dives into what he did to help himself - starting with a sleep study and how aging required him to enter back into the process of getting help. I thought I was over this - is everywhere in this episode as we discuss a need to be flexible and open to new problems as they arise and how to address them with connection and most importantly, SLEEP!

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Welcome to a 'Pause' Episode, different from the sleep season episodes where we get into stories and content, here we put into practice training our minds and connecting with our body. Each episode offers you something different and is identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art.

In this episode We:

Lie Down
Get Our Eye Masks or Stuffed Animals
Transition our Mind using a Breathe In and Out Mantra
Count Backwards
Nod off to sleep

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We are talking about sleep routines today. Getting to sleep is helping your body transition from a state of dysregulation to rest. By engaging with structure and routines, we help any left over dysregulation from trauma or stress, including devastating loss, get worked through out body.

This episode will present a series of suggestions to help your nervous system make that transition into sleep. Each body and every nervous system is different, so some of these tactics will work better than others for you.

You are a sacred human being and you deserve a gentle transition during the evenings. So what does your nervous system need? And when can you set aside time to work on one of the strategies from this episode?

Join me as we look into building awareness and meeting your nervous system where it's at so you can help it get to bed and sleep. We start with dinner...

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Welcome to a 'Pause' Episode, different from the sleep season episodes where we get into stories and content, here we put into practice training our minds and connecting with our body. Each episode offers you something different and is identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art.

In this episode We:

Track our Breath
Notice the Tension and Comfortable Places in Our Body
Engage our Parasympathetic Nervous System through our Voo Breath
Release Body Tension

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Struggle with sleep deprivation? Find yourself having trouble with sleep due to the world’s recent events? You’re not alone.

Five practices to boost your mental capacities when you’re operating at less-than-optimal sleep levels. Learn the specifics in the episode.

Mind training for the moments stress, trauma, or anxiety take over
A cognitive practice for holding both the good and the challenging which can be difficult when we’re sleep deprived
A way to talk to ourselves, a technique I learned in Ethan Kross’s book, Chatter.

4.An invitation to boost your mood wherever you are

A Deep dive introspective practice when sleeplessness arises

Dive into the nitty gritty of these practices in episode 2.

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Welcome to a 'Pause' Episode, different from the sleep season episodes where we get into stories and content, here we put into practice training our minds and connecting with our body. Each episode offers you something different and is identified by the white raven on the podcast cover art.

In this episode We:

Ground Our Body
Track our Breath
Notice the Tension and Comfortable Places in Our Body
Notice "I'm Alive"

Connect with Dr. Kimber:

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We all feel like we don’t get adequate sleep. But when you’ve grown up with developmental trauma you may not even notice how dysregulated your sleep-wake cycle is. These days it feels normal to run on adrenaline and push through fatigue, even needing to remind yourself to go to bed because we don’t feel sleepy. Dive into season one where I’ll discuss the purpose of adequate sleep and get you thinking about if you agree.

This episode begins by asking you to assess your own growth two growth models of mental health that allows you to reflect and gain self-awareness around factors of mental well-being.

Get the full show notes and more information here: https://www.ithoughtiwasoverthis.com

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Feeling like you're right back at square one? Join Dr. Kimber Del Valle, clinical psychologist, as she dives into the science of "humaning" and deepens your self-awareness around your coping strategies and patterns when under stress or rest. We all go back to the familiar. Learn how to cope with the unfamiliar as well as the uncertainty of the future. We are going to share stories and discuss practical advice of moving into the unknown. You're full of possibilities and dreams - so let's go on an adventure together. We're going to find that mysterious place healing is going to take you.

I Thought I Was Over This: Recent Episodes

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