Episode 26: Mary Beth Del Balzo on the Power of Hypnosis for Positive Change
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
Release Date: 09/30/2019
Episode 226: 7 Tips for Getting Back into a Healthy Routine
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
Episode Description: In this solo episode, explore ways to rediscover and refresh your health routines. Through a blend of personal insights and practical tips, this episode offers a roadmap to gently guide you back to a life of wellness after periods of disruption. Whether you're recalibrating after a vacation, busy work schedules, or personal stress, here are tailored strategies for slowly but surely re-establishing habits that nurture both body and mind. Key Points: - Accept Where You Are and Release Guilt: Learn how to accept your situation and let go of guilt, setting the...
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Episode 225: The Power of Saying 'No': Redefining Defiance w/ Dr. Sunita Sah
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
📌Make sure to check out the book ‘Defy: The Power of No in a World That Demands Yes’ How often have you wanted to say no, but complied to keep the peace, avoid conflict, or make others happy? Cornell psychologist and trained doctor explores the factors that keep us acquiescent and how they impact our health. As a first-generation Indian immigrant, Dr. Sah understands the burden and responsibility to remain obedient. From her personal experience and extensive research, she reveals why so many of us are hardwired for compliance and teaches us how to reclaim our agency. In her book, ...
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Episode 224: 12 Lessons from the Past 12 Months
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
Join me in this solo episode as I reflect on the past year and share some of the personal insights and growth I've experienced. This episode is inspired by the concept of taking stock of what life throws at us—good, bad, and everything in between. I'll talk about how changes, big and small, have shaped me, why cutting back on clutter (both mental and physical) can be so freeing, and the complex dance of our emotions. Key Points: Embracing Change: I'll share why changes, even the unexpected ones have brought some surprisingly good turns in my life. Simplifying Life: Hear how stripping...
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Episode 223: Achieving More by Doing Less: Overcoming Toxic Productivity w/ Israa Nasir
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
📌Make sure to check out the book 👉In this episode of 'Drama Free Healthy Living with Jess Cording,' psychotherapist and author Israa Nasir discusses the widespread issue of toxic productivity. Highlighting concepts from her book, Israa explains how excessive productivity can harm our well-being and self-worth. The conversation covers the societal pressures and emotional challenges that drive constant productivity and its connections to early life experiences. Practical strategies are shared for managing negative emotions, conducting time and energy audits, and developing a healthier...
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Episode 222: Staying Active on the Go: Travel-Friendly Workouts & Tips
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
In this solo episode, I dive into how to stay active while traveling, inspired by my recent trip to FNCE where I presented on nutrition for restful sleep. Whether you're on the road for work or pleasure, maintaining a fitness routine can be a challenge, but it’s totally doable with the right mindset and tools. I’m sharing my favorite bodyweight exercises, travel-friendly equipment, and practical tips to keep you moving no matter where you are. From quick Pilates sessions to stretching after long flights, this episode is packed with simple ways to stay fit and energized while traveling. Key...
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Episode 221: Why Canned Fish SHOULD BE A STAPLE IN YOUR DIET w/ Sara Kelly
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
📌Make sure to check out SEASON, the #1 Sardine SKU in the U.S. 👉In this episode of the Drama Free Healthy Living podcast, host Jess Cording sits down with Sara Kelly, Marketing Manager at Season Brand, to discuss the nutritional benefits of tinned fish. They delve into topics such as the cognitive and mood-boosting properties of tinned fish, the production process, and the company's legacy. Sarah provides insights into various products offered by Season Brand, including their most popular items and new innovations. They also address common concerns about safety, mercury levels, and...
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Episode 220: Trauma & Nervous System Recovery: Healing the Body-Mind Connection w/ Jenn Mann
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
📌Make sure to check out the book 👉In this episode of the Drama Free Healthy Living Podcast, host Jess Cording interviews nervous system practitioner and author Jennifer Mann. Jennifer shares her journey from being a professional ballet dancer to recovering from severe chronic illnesses using trauma-informed mind-body healing. They discuss how understanding the mind-body connection and the nervous system is crucial for healing from conditions like chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia. Jennifer also explains the importance of polyvagal theory, the window of tolerance, and...
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Episode 219: Mindfulness for Healthcare Providers: A Tool for Balance and Resilience
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
In this episode, I discuss how mindfulness has become essential for me as a healthcare provider. While I once resisted the practice, it’s now a non-negotiable part of my day—and something I teach to my clients. Key Points: What is Mindfulness? A practice of being present, aware of your thoughts, feelings, and environment without judgment. Why It’s Important for Healthcare Providers Mindfulness helps reduce stress, increase focus, and build emotional resilience, all vital in high-stress healthcare settings. Simple Practices to Integrate: Short meditation Deep breathing ...
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Episode 218: Exploring Hopeful Skepticism with Dr. Jamil Zaki
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
Episode: 218: Exploring Hopeful Skepticism with Dr. Jamil Zaki 📌Make sure to check out Dr. Zakis’ book “Hope for Cynics: The Surprising Science of Human Goodness” 👉In this episode of the Drama-Free, Healthy Living Podcast, host Jess Cording interviews Dr. Jamil Zaki, a Stanford University psychology professor and director of the Stanford Social Neuroscience Lab. Dr. Zaki, author of 'Hope for Cynics', shares his insights into empathy, the differences between cynicism and skepticism, and the impacts of these mindsets on our lives. They discuss the negative effects of...
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Episode 217: Nutrition and Lifestyle for Brain Health with RD Barbie Boules
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
In this episode I chat with fellow dietitian Barbie Boules about nutrition and lifestyle to support brain health, mental fitness, longevity, stress management, mindfulness, and more. Barbie Boules is a registered dietitian, certified health coach, meditation teacher, cognitive wellness specialist, and optimal aging enthusiast. She divides her time between creating vibrant wellness programming for corporations across the U.S., and guiding women - 40 and beyond - to look and feel their best. Barbie is dedicated to helping women prioritize themselves; and experience confidence,...
info_outlineToday I have a really fun podcast to share with you. I’m chatting with my mom, Mary Beth Del Balzo, about her psychotherapy and hypnotherapy practice. Over the years, I’ve gotten many questions about hypnotherapy and how it can benefit one’s health, so I thought it’d be great to chat with a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who is also a psychotherapist and certified hypnotherapist.
Here are some key takeaways from my chat with my mom:
- Hypnotherapy can help people connect their body and their emotions;
- While not a quick fix, hypnotherapy is a wonderful tool to help people who struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and eating disorders, to name a few;
- There are various unfounded misconceptions about hypnotherapy, many of which we unpack in the podcast;
- Healthy living is about balance and giving yourself a free pass from time to time.
If you’re interested in seeing a hypnotherapist or are curious to learn more about hypnotherapy, you can consult the resources available on Psychology Today, as well as credentialing organizations such as the National Association of Hypnotherapists and the International Association of Counselors and Therapists to ensure that you’re working with a reputable and connected hypnotherapist.
You can connect with Mary via her website.
Another great resource for living a healthier life is my soon to be published book, The Little Book of Game Changers: 50 Healthy Habits for Managing Stress & Anxiety, which you can preorder here. As a special gift to those who preorder my book, I’m giving a free download to a meditation on the power of small changes (details in podcast).
Want to learn more? Connect with me on my website, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.