Episode 120: Panic, Pain, and Progress: One Man’s Fight for Mental Health
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In this courageously shared episode, Brian vulnerably opens up about a lifelong struggle with panic, anxiety, and the deep nervousness that began in his early teens and followed him well into adulthood. He walks us through how this internal storm took shape—especially in his dating life—and how anxiety seemed to hijack his thoughts, body, and sense of self during intimate encounters and high-pressure moments. From his early teens, Brian recalls the early signs of spiraling thoughts and nervous energy that became familiar companions. What followed were experiences marked by intense...
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Episode 119: Mental Beauty Segments
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As we continue to prioritize the unique concept of mental beauty, episode 119 of the Dare To Share Your Untold Story Podcast, Mental Beauty Segments, focuses on Abuse and Red Flags, finding courage, dealing with Narcissism. In relation to this episode topic the prior episode 61 has been selected for further exploration and deeper dive. In episode 61, titled “Relationship Toxicity, Red Flags, Abuse and the Impact of not Even Knowing it”, with guest, Dr. Shelley Morgan. Her journey is a powerful example of what it means to reclaim oneself after enduring emotional, verbal, and financial...
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Episode 118: Mental Beauty Segments
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As we go extend to prioritize the unique concept of mental beauty, episode 118 of the Dare To Share Your Untold Story Podcast, Mental Beauty Segments, focuses on it’s more than just a diagnosis, coming to terms with mortality and death. In relation to this episode topic the prior episode 43 has been selected for further exploration and deeper dive. In episode 43, titled “The Journey is more about my death than it is about the cancer”, with guest, Rishma Dhalla. Her journey is a profound example of what it means to confront our deepest fears and find meaning in the face of life's greatest...
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Episode 117: Mental Beauty Segments
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As we proceed to prioritize the unique concept of mental beauty, episode 117 of the Dare To Share Your Untold Story Podcast, Mental Beauty Segments, focuses on Reframing Struggles: Finding Flow Through Adversity. In relation to this episode topic the prior episode 87 has been selected for further exploration and deeper dive. In episode 87, titled “From Survivor of Circumstance to Warrior of Flow”, with guest, Inga Tkachenko Ramage. Her journey is a profound example of what it means to embrace the Mental Beauty Rethink in the face of life's greatest challenges. Her story sheds light on how...
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Episode 116: Letting Go of All That Was Familiar to Her, and She Climbed a Brand-New Ladder, Right to the Top? Featuring Genevieve Piturro
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In this deeply personal and inspiring episode, Genevieve shares the journey of redefining success and reconnecting with her heart’s true calling. As the firstborn in a traditional Italian family—with a father who immigrated from Italy—the expectation was clear: get married, have children, and follow a conventional path. Though raised in a supportive environment, Genevieve always felt something was missing. From a young age, she held an unshakable wonder about where her family would come from, knowing instinctively that her path to connection and motherhood would look different....
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Episode 115: Mental Beauty Segments
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As we proceed to prioritize the unique concept of mental beauty, episode 115 of the Dare To Share Your Untold Story Podcast, Mental Beauty Segments, The Cost of Always Being Strong: Navigating Emotional Labour and Compassion Fatigue. In relation to this episode topic the prior episode 54 has been selected for further exploration and deeper dive. In episode 54, titled “She Smiles, She Empowers, While Simultaneously Grieving & Mourning”, with guest, Saidat Abari. Her journey is a profound example of how embracing vulnerability and allowing ourselves to grieve can lead to deeper healing...
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Episode 114: Mental Beauty Segments
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As we go forward to prioritize the unique concept of mental beauty, episode 114 of the Dare To Share Your Untold Story Podcast, Mental Beauty Segments, Extracting the Beauty Tangled in Knots of Fear-Based Living. In relation to this episode topic the prior episode 71 has been selected for further exploration and deeper dive. In episode 71, titled “Untangling Beauty from Her Tangled Web of Fears”, with guest, Garcia Hanson. Her journey is a profound example of what it takes to break free from the grip of fear and self-doubt. Her story sheds light on how we can find resilience, self-worth,...
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Episode 113: Mental Beauty Segments
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As we extend to prioritize the unique concept of mental beauty, episode 113 of the Dare To Share Your Untold Story Podcast, Mental Beauty Segments, transformation of the imposter, the uncertainty and her infertility. In relation to this episode topic the prior episode 45 has been selected for further exploration and deeper dive. In episode 45, titled “Ending the Era of the Uncertainty, the Imposter, & the Infertility”, with guest, Alyza Raithatha. Her journey is a deeply moving exploration of resilience, self-acceptance, and breaking through the barriers of mental health stigmas,...
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Episode 112: Complete Burnout, Life Stripped Away, Lost Identity, Leaving her to ask Herself Who Am I?
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Jennifer shares her raw and transformative journey from burnout to self-reinvention, proving that it's never too late to rewrite your story. Approaching her 50th birthday, Jennifer found herself at an unexpected crossroads—divorced, an empty nester, unemployed, and bedridden with a stress-related illness—all within a single year. The weight of these life changes led to complete burnout, forcing her to take a few leaves of absence from work. She felt stripped of her identity. She had always been a wife, a mother, and a successful professional, but suddenly, those roles were gone....
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Episode 111: Mental Beauty Segments
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As we proceed to neutralize the unique concept of mental beauty, episode 111 of the Dare To Share Your Untold Story Podcast, Mental Beauty Segments, an empath’s healing journey despite mental health barriers. In relation to this episode topic the prior episode 29 has been selected for further exploration and deeper dive. In episode 29, titled “The Breakthrough of a High-Functioning Empath Meets Malfunctioning Mental Health Habits”, with guest, Parul Pandya. Her journey is an open window into the struggles of being a high-functioning empath navigating a world that often...
info_outlineAs we continue forward to normalize the unique concept of mental beauty, episode 109 of the Dare To Share Your Untold Story Podcast, Mental Beauty Segments, focuses on the grit it takes to halt the deep perpetual abuse cycle. In relation to this episode topic the prior episode 69 has been selected for further exploration and deeper dive. In episode 69, titled “Until She Believed in Herself, the Cycle of Abuse Continued”, featuring Alexandra Pinto. Her journey is a powerful example of breaking free from the cycle of abuse and how turning inward and cultivating self-trust, boundary setting, and committing to yourself fully and wholly, shows how true inner strength emerges and flourishes. Alexandra’s open sharing serves as a permission slip for all of us to rely on our inner power to set ourselves free from challenging experiences. Alexandra's Mental Beauty rethink is a powerful testament to the transformative power of self-love. She emphasizes that true beauty resides within us, and the key is to believe in our own worth. Even when confidence feels out of reach, Alexandra highlights the importance of daily positive self-talk as a way to build self-worth over time. Her approach embodies the essence of Mental Beauty. It's about self-acceptance, owning who you are unapologetically, and cultivating self-love regardless of external negativity. Alexandra’s words about finding strength in self-love and breaking cycles of abuse are both empowering and liberating. Alexandra's journey reminds us that even in our darkest moments, we have the power to rewrite our story and cultivate self-worth. Listen to this episode as we take a deeper dive into this topic.
3 Practical ‘Mental Beauty Tips’ inspired by Episode 109:
- Journaling for Self-Reflection: Dedicate time each day to write in a journal as a way to process your thoughts and emotions.
- Mindful Breathing and Grounding Exercises: When dealing with intense emotions or memories related to abuse, practicing mindful breathing and grounding exercises can help you stay present and connected to yourself.
- Affirmations and Positive Self-Talk: Rebuild your self-worth by integrating affirmations and positive self-talk into your daily routine.
Episode 109 Takeaway:
A self-care technique that is particularly effective for grounding during the cold winter season is a Warmth and Sensation Meditation:
- Create a Cozy Environment
- Focus on Your Breath
- Tune Into Sensations
- Visualize Stability
- Affirm Your Presence
This meditation technique helps you stay connected to your body and the present moment, providing warmth and grounding when the cold winter season can sometimes make you feel detached or isolated.
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