Take TWO: A Dose of Mental Wellness

Overcoming Mental Blocks for Athletes with Jeff Benson

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0600

In this episode Stacy and Lindsay interview Jeff Benson, Founder of the sports performance company, Mind Body Cheer. Jeff wrote the book “unBlocked: The Walls Come Tumbling Down,” to help cheerleaders, parents, and coaches understand and resolve the MENTAL HURDLES that occur in competitive cheerleading.
We discuss the psychology behind mental blocks and discuss:
-How his experience as a college cheerleader built his confidence and helped him embrace his identity.
-The importance of helping others and how this key value led him to leadership roles on teams and in his career as a teacher, therapist and mental performance coach.
-His analysis of fixed and growth mindset and how mindset impacts athletes, coaches and teams.
-Tips for parents as they support their kid’s goals and why letting kids fail is crucial. -How he helps coaches develop growth mindsets and create psychologically safe environments for athletes.
-The value driven roadmap he creates for coaches, athletes and parents and how this supports the athlete’s goals.
-Why coaches and parents yell and how this demonstrates a lack of strategy.
-How he conceptualizes an athlete’s mental blocks and how storing positive emotional memories is key to resolving the block.

Jeff suggests that we Take Two this week by focusing on gratitude. Acknowledging the highs and lows and being thankful for the opportunities in front of us. Learn more about Jeff at: http://www.mindbodycheer.com/about.html (http://www.mindbodycheer.com/about.html)

Tips to Cope with Holiday Stress

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -0600

In this episode Stacy and Lindsay talk about HOLIDAY STRESS and how we can get ahead of it.
“Coping Ahead” is a simple concept that can have a big impact.
They discuss:
-The social comparison trap and how it can be amplified over the holidays.
-Managing expectations and focusing on what you value over the holiday season.
-How time management and organization can help with overwhelm during this time of year.
-Anxiety about family dynamics and how to recognize your relationship patterns and react with intention.
-A different way to look at setting boundaries and how to decide when you need one.
-Dealing with grief over the holidays.
-Lindsay’s cemetery wreath story as a hilarious example of not planning ahead.
-The role that gratitude plays in helping you manage your mindset.

Take Two by pausing and reflecting on how you would like your holidays to look and plan ahead to deal with issues that get in the way of you having a positive holiday season. Happy Holidays!

It's Not You, It's Me: Self Reflection and Awareness

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0600

In this episode Stacy and Lindsay play the “We’re Not Really Strangers: Self-Awareness Starts With Self-Reflection” card game. They answer probing questions in an effort to better understand themselves and their relationships. So if you have ever wondered why you are a certain way, or what motivated you to do something, then answer along with them to develop an increased awareness of your thoughts, feelings and actions. They explore the questions:

-What do I need help with currently? Who can help me? How can I help myself?

-What am I putting off that needs to be done? Why am I avoiding it?

-Are any of my insecurities hurting anyone by accident?

-How would I describe my relationship with myself in one word?

-Who do I envy and why do I envy them?

-What do I want to thank myself for?

-Where is one area of my life where I have seen improvement?

-What is something mean said to me in my childhood that I still remember?

-What has become more important to me recently than ever before?

-What purchase has meant the most to me recently? What purchase could I have done without?

-What is my most toxic trait I can admit to and where do I think it stems from?

Take Two this week by answering these reflective questions: What is a non-negotiable in my life? What have I outgrown recently? What am I growing into? We look forward to hearing your insights!

https://www.werenotreallystrangers.com/products/self-reflection-kit?srsltid=AfmBOooluTTdpm8fkmAvMju7RdRHlgVgMeSGoN-iGN-3b93tKEgQHcoF (https://www.werenotreallystrangers.com/products/self-reflection-kit?srsltid=AfmBOooluTTdpm8fkmAvMju7RdRHlgVgMeSGoN-iGN-3b93tKEgQHcoF)

Tips for Parenting an Anxious Child: Practicing SPACE Treatment

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 07:00:00 -0600

In this episode Lindsay and Stacy discuss SPACE (Supportive Parenting For Anxious Childhood Emotions), a PARENT based treatment program for children and adolescents with anxiety, OCD and related problems. This framework is unique because children do not have to attend SPACE sessions but they are considered the patients.

We breakdown the SPACE process and discuss:

-Why the SPACE program is empowering for parents.
-The two main changes that parents need to make when responding to their anxious kids in order to reduce accommodation.
-How accommodations from parents can maintain or increase a child’s anxiety.
- Examples of accommodations so you can better understand what parental behaviors and reactions should be targeted.
-Reassurance seeking from kids and how too much reassurance can decrease their self trust.
-The best time to address your kid’s anxiety.
-The importance of including people from your support system in your plan when using SPACE.

Take Two this week by reflecting on accommodations that you may be making in your home. Are there ways that you are reacting to your child that could be maintaining or increasing their anxiety?

For more information on how parent’s can react more supportively and with less accommodating, see the book linked below.

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=eli+lebowitz+space&hvadid=529437145575&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9021468&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=10254487046212137192&hvtargid=kwd-1015361533389&hydadcr=22537_9636735&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_515t4m9s8g_e (https://www.amazon.com/s?k=eli+lebowitz+space&hvadid=529437145575&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9021468&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=10254487046212137192&hvtargid=kwd-1015361533389&hydadcr=22537_9636735&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_515t4m9s8g_e)

Ex of Wolf of WallStreet, Dr Nadine Talks Narcissism, Trauma Bonds and the Truths in the Movie.

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode Stacy and Lindsay interview therapist, Dr. Nadine, who at the age of 22 married Jordan Belfort, the stockbroker depicted in the hit movie “The Wolf of Wall Street.” She shares the dark reality of their traumatic relationship and how she now helps others facing similar struggles.
We discuss:
-Her opinion of the movie and what they left out that she would have included. -The role that addiction played in her relationship with her ex-husband.
-How pathological partners use coercion, control and abuse to keep you stuck in your relationship.
-Signs that you are in a trauma bond.
-How shame about your relationship leads to isolation.
-Her number one tip for preparing to leave an abusive relationship.
-How the public information about P-Diddy’s abusive behavior can serve to educate us on abuse of power.
-How she talked to her kids about her marriage once she left.
-The importance of reaching out to helpers when you need to leave a relationship and the value in starting small to make changes.

Take Two this week by reflecting on where you feel shame. Then write out the opposite statement in an affirmation or say it out-loud in the mirror. Make it a positive affirmation that resonates with you and what you are currently trying to conquer.

https://drnae.com/run-like-hell-book/ (https://drnae.com/run-like-hell-book/)

Seasonal Mood Disorders: SAD vs Depression and How to Help A Loved One

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode Stacy and Lindsay discuss MOOD AND DEPRESSION. It’s that time of year when Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) starts to occur, so we wanted to share tips for easing symptoms of depression.
We discuss:
-How to tell the difference between a depressive episode, depressive disorder and sadness.
-Common signs and symptoms of depression.
-The different factors that cause depression and why it can be hard to tease out.
-Ways depression shows up differently for kids and teens.
-Symptoms of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder and how it is often overlooked.
-Coping strategies to ease symptoms and boost mood.
-The importance of boundaries and self care when struggling with mood.
-Tips for how to support someone when they or a loved one are struggling with depression.
-Identifying your patterns with mood tracking

Take Two this week by paying attention to patterns in your mood. If someone you care about is struggling with depression watch the tik tok below that gives some great examples of how to offer support.

https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTFuGBsAU/

Navigating Career Loss or Changes and How to Find What You're Meant For with Tami Palmer

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode Stacy and Lindsay welcome writer and career coach, Tami Palmer. Tami helps clients harness their natural strengths so they can make intentional career choices. She shares the importance of developing clarity in professional goals and how this results in alignment and purpose in our career.
We explore:
-How much societal expectations and the conventional definition of “success” influences us as we make educational and career choices.
-Why people quit bosses not companies and leave a job when unfulfilled.
-The importance of listening to your gut instinct.
-How she helps clients break patterns by teasing apart emotions from facts when making career decisions.
-The way assumptions hold us back and the question (we love!) that she asks to challenge them.
-Why she wishes we could all take a sabbatical from work and reflect on our future.
-The importance of clarity in goals and her belief that the universe responds to specifics.
-The power of language and words that minimize our power.
-How stress in the workplace affects us.
-The grief that accompanies layoffs and terminations.

Take Two this week by being intentional and re-evaluating your to-do list. Ask…What on this list is serving you? What are you doing out of obligation or habit? And how will you feel after doing these things? Tami suggests that we take something off our to-do list that is not moving us forward, creating more room for the things that will.

https://greyzonementoring.com/greyzone-book/

Managing the Mental Load and Navigating the Fair Play Method

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode Stacy and Lindsay celebrate Lindsay turning the big 31! They chat about the ups and downs of parenthood and Stacy shares how she wishes she knew about the FAIR PLAY SYSTEM (for dividing up domestic labor) before she had kids.
They explore:
-The stress of deciding when to start a family, pregnancy anxieties and the ups and downs of parenthood.
-Invisible domestic tasks and the mental load of parenting.
-The “Fair Play” system and how it helps divide up household tasks fairly and based on the unique needs of each couple.
-How Fair Play helps couples establish their values and the minimum standard of care behind each task.
-The value in keeping passions beyond parenting and your profession.
-Reclaiming your right to be interested and interesting after having kids.

Take Two this week by evaluating the division of labor in your relationship, including the invisible tasks and mental load. Note what is working and what changes you would like to see. If the Fair Play system is of interest it is linked below.
https://www.fairplaylife.com

Mastering Midlife and Menopause with Victoria Byrd

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode Stacy and Lindsay welcome Victoria Byrd, pharmacist turned Integrative Women’s Health Coach. After having her symptoms dismissed and being told she was too young for perimenopause, Victoria made it her mission to help other women through the MENOPAUSE TRANSITION. She creates personalized game plans with clients so that they can thrive during perimenopause and menopause. Victoria shares her expertise on women’s health issues, including:
-Natural hormone balancing vs. hormone replacement therapy.
-Bio-identical hormones as an option for treating symptoms.
-The role of progesterone and how it’s decline in midlife contributes to mental health symptoms like anxiety and depression.
-The rollercoaster of estrogen in perimenopause and how it can result in feelings of rage, irritability and aggression.
-The importance of creating a web of support for this time in life.
-Ways to prioritize good sleep hygiene and rest.
-Tips for using nutrition and movement to benefit your health.
-The role alcohol plays in menopause symptoms.

Take Two this week by adding rest into your schedule. Even though it likely isn’t on your “to do” list, Victoria suggests that we add it. So, take some time to decompress, rest and reset.
Follow Victoria on Instagram @msvictoriabyrd

Season Two Kick Off With College Drop-Off and Back to School Transitions

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0500

Stacy and Lindsay are excited to be back for a second season! In this episode they recap their summer and discuss what they are seeing in their office during the BACK TO SCHOOL TRANSITION.
They explore:
-Lindsay’s small plane experience, international travels and house guests.
-Stacy’s summer spent going back and forth between colleges and what life looks like now with just one kid at home.
-The range of emotions felt when your kids leave for college. And it’s impact on your identity, relationships and family dynamics.
-Tips for making friends and meeting new people in college.
-When you should let your homesick or anxious kid come home from college for the first time.
-How to manage school refusal and hard mornings for elementary, middle and high-school kids.
-Helpful morning routines, clear expectations and rules for screens.
-Why a set homework time and next-day check-in can be helpful.

Take Two this week by looking at what worked for your family last school year and what didn’t. Where would it be helpful to change your approach or expectations? Be intentional with the parts of your routine that you can control and use this transition time to reset.

Michael Allio, Part 2: Dating in the Public Eye

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode we continue the conversation with Michael Allio from the Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise where we talk about dating in the public eye, and how he won't settle until he finds the level of love he's looking for.

Keep up with Michael on Instagram @michael_alliol4

Michael Allio, Part 1: Grief, Bachelor Nation and Embracing Growth

Tue, 28 May 2024 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode Stacy and Lindsay welcome Michael Allio from The Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise. Michael discloses how he deals with the grief of losing his wife to cancer, the way he is raising their son and how keeping his curiosity for life helps him with all of it. He shares so much wisdom that the episode will be 2 parts.
In part one we learn:
-The one thing he tries to implement to have a healthy mindset as he enters his 40s.
-How he ended up on The Bachelorette and the impact of that decision.
-His grief journey after his wife passed away and what people don’t understand about living with loss.
-The value of just being there alongside someone who is grieving and the wisdom found in the children’s book “The Rabbit Listened.”
-The importance of changing his relationship to pain and how embracing it led him to growth.
-How he created a foundation (The L4 Project) to support individuals on their cancer journey. And how being of service to others helped him cope with his loss.
-Dealing with judgement and how he has come to accept criticism on social media.
-His thoughts on how he will parent in the age of social media.

Take Two by checking out the book Michael referenced:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/073522935X/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_G6MCETKHY98TR5XYV0EP?linkCode=ml2&tag=vineandpress-20

Sharing Our Icks and the Negativity Bias

Tue, 21 May 2024 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode Stacy and Lindsay share their “ICKS” for each other. After 5 years of being business partners and friends they decided it was time to reveal the things about one another that drive them crazy! After that dicey discussion they get clinical in their conversation about mindset and the NEGATIVITY BIAS.
They explore:
-All the “icks” of working together. Including stolen clocks, unanswered texts, scary zoom faces, excessive email addresses, arguing over chrome and much more!
-The negativity bias and how our mind sees more of what we focus on.
-The importance of balanced thinking, gratitude and optimism.

Take Two this week by building awareness of your negativity bias and challenging those thoughts when appropriate. And not leaning so hard into your “icks!”

Teens and Technology with Dr. Emily Weinstein and Dr. Jacqueline Nesi

Tue, 14 May 2024 09:00:00 -0500

In this episode Stacy and Lindsay interview two renowned experts on TEENS AND TECHNOLOGY. Dr. Emily Weinstein and Dr. Jacqueline Nesi are psychologists, researchers, and moms who have studied the role of technology in kids’ mental health and development for over a decade. They used their data to create the “Tech Without Stress” course, helping families make more informed decisions about technology. Today they answer all of our questions and break down:
-What teens told them they wish adults understood about tech.
-How we can support kids in managing their friendships during this time of constant communication.
-Questions parents can ask to better understand areas where their kids are struggling. -How to transition from referee to coach in helping kids navigate social media.
-The social support burden that kids report.
-The importance of modeling good boundaries with tech habits.
-The shift away from screen time as a focus and what they found to be a more important factor when deciding on screen limits.
-Research supporting that different kids need different rules and why we have to parent differently depending on each child’s sensitivities.
-The value of “co-viewing” screens with kids of all ages.
-Social media cleanses and curating a social media feed that helps kids feel positive.
-The pros and cons of device use for younger kids.

Our guests suggest that we Take Two by being mindful of how we want technology to fit into our lives. They offer two specific questions to help us reflect on our tech use, in the hopes that we can improve our relationship with social media and technology.

Troubled Teen Industry: The Program and Paris Hilton

Tue, 07 May 2024 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode Stacy and Lindsay discuss the Netflix documentary “THE PROGRAM: CONS, CULTS AND KIDNAPPINGS.” This docuseries was developed by a former student of a disciplinary school and aims to expose the corruption of the troubled teen industry. The abuse inflicted on kids was hard to watch and they have lots of thoughts and feelings to share. After breaking down the documentary Stacy and Lindsay discuss the different levels of care for mental health treatment and how to know when you need more support.
They explore:
-The troubled teen industry and how it preys on worried parents.
-How the model of this school deprived kids of connection and support, resulting in complex trauma for many of the students.
-Paris Hilton’s experience at this type of facility and her advocacy work to prevent these programs from operating. -Red flags to look for when seeking a higher level of mental health treatment.
-The various levels of support for mental health, what each one looks like and when it is most appropriate.

Instead of suggesting a Take Two they recommend some of their favorite documentaries and summarize them so you can pick one to watch.

Friendship Dynamics: Developing and Maintaining Healthy Friendships

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode Stacy and Lindsay dive into all things FRIENDSHIP related. Friends are crucial to our health and well being so it is worth reflecting on how we develop and maintain friendships. Today they talk about their own friendship and also explore:

-Characteristics of a quality friend.

-Friendship shifts and why expectations and roles can change over time.

-Transition phases where friendships may be harder.

-How being a people-pleaser can cause resentment in friendships and tips for saying no to friends when you feel pressured.

-Ways to connect when you want more friends.

-Signs of an unhealthy friendship.

Take Two by reflecting on your friendships. How do you show up for friends and how do they show up for you? Consider if you are satisfied with where you are putting your time and energy. Think about telling a good friend them how much you appreciate them.

As a Take Two bonus, we hear from Kathy and Maggie, childhood besties of Stacy and Lindsay. They share some stories and tell us why they think their friendship has lasted through every life stage. Thanks Maggie and Kathy!

5 Tips for Raising Confident Kids

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode Stacy and Lindsay share 5 TIPS FOR RAISING CONFIDENT KIDS. Recently they have seen more kids with low confidence and a high fear of failure. Many kids are struggling but the good news is that confidence is a skill to be built and parents can help. Today they give specific tools that parents can use to foster confidence. They explore:

-How “labeled praise” fosters a growth mindset.

-One family practice you can implement that will help kids reframe mistakes and encourage resilience.

-The importance of allowing independence in decision making so kids learn to trust their abilities and how this was a hard lesson for Stacy.

-The 2 extreme ways parents often react to big emotions and how this can have a negativeimpact.

-Specific questions parents can ask to improve a child or teens problem solving skills.

-The connection between low confidence and social skills and how to help build those lacking skills.

-Phrases parents can use to foster open conversation.

-How to model positive self talk and confidence.

Take Two this week by picking one confidence building tip to implement or encouraging your child to take a healthy risk. Let us know what is the most helpful!

Apologies vs Forgiveness and Why Its Complicated

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode Stacy and Lindsay discuss APOLOGIZING and FORGIVENESS. This was prompted by Lindsay receiving an email apology years after the initial incident. They explore:

-Why it is so hard to apologize.

-The appropriate time to apologize.

-How a good apology can strengthen a relationship.

-The important distinction between an apology and forgiveness.

-The four step framework for a genuine apology

-Why people over-apologize and the impact of over-apologizing.

-Reasons it is important for parents to apologize to their kids.

-Using the best friend rule to forgive yourself.

You can Take Two this week by building awareness around your apologies. If you owe someone an apology use the factors discussed to deliver a meaningful and genuine apology. Or if there is something from your past that you feel bad about, take two and write out an apology (to yourself or to someone else) so you can release it.

Dive into Social Anxiety with Bryce Spencer-Jones

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -0500

In this episode Stacy and Lindsay interview Bryce Spencer Jones. Lindsay met Bryce at the Harvard Creator Summit for mental health focused social media creators and was inspired by his message and dedication. Bryce is a creator and host of the Unstuck Yourself Podcast. He compassionately discusses mental health, overcoming traumas, finding self-worth, going through breakups and more.
Today with Bryce, they explore:

-Bryce’s passion for mental health advocacy.
-The years he struggled with social anxiety and selective mutism and how this experience led to his profound journey of self-exploration and inner growth.
-How he reclaimed his voice and now uses it to connect with others as they overcome their own struggles.
-The role Stoicism has played in his life.
-The ways that his family supported him through his anxiety.
-His tips for moving out of your comfort zone…this includes skydiving and Stacy is shocked to hear that he and Lindsay have this in common!
-How he deals with negativity on social media.

They then let Bryce share how he Takes Two to support his own self awareness and mental health.

Parenting a child with ADHD : Tools you can implement.

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode Stacy and Lindsay discuss strategies and tools that they recommend to parents of children with ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER (ADD or ADHD). And how adjustments in parenting that account for differences in the ADHD brain can result in less chaotic relationships and a calmer home environment. These tips also apply to adults and can be used with a partner or friend with ADHD. They explore:

-The ways that ADHD causes stress yet can also be a super power.

-Common behavioral issues seen in kids with ADHD and strategies for managing behaviors and big emotions.

-The impact of the ADHD burnout cycle.

-How to help kids identify where they get stuck and help them build skills to decrease impact.

-Why they frame ADHD in terms of regulation.

-How untreated ADHD can diminish the benefits of the ADHD brain.

-Why parental co-regulation and consistency is important when reacting.

-Specific tools and language that can decrease power struggles

-Tips for decluttering, organizing and other executive functioning deficits.

-The importance of “stop and think” skills for impulsivity.

Take Two this week and observe where your ADHD child (or partner) is excelling and where they are stuck. After identifying a struggle, work on building the lagging skill that is missing. See “The Explosive Child” book for more direction on lagging skills.

-https://drrossgreene.com/the-explosive-child.htm (https://drrossgreene.com/the-explosive-child.htm)

Love Languages: No Hugs Please

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0500

In this episode Stacy and Lindsay break down why they have never HUGGED, what makes them not want to and the science behind the benefits of hugs. They also discuss how knowing someone’s LOVE LANGUAGE can be helpful (physical touch is not their language). Lindsay’s Mom makes a special appearance to give some surprising insight into Lindsay’s hug history.

They also explore:

-Stacy’s awkward hugging experiences.

-How knowing someone’s Love Language teaches us how they give and prefer to receive love.

-Results of their Love Language quiz.

-How you can broach the love language discussion with people in your life.

-The science behind the benefits of hugs.

-The downside to hugging.

-How many hugs a day is considered optimal.

-The job of “professional cuddler.”

They suggest that everyone Take Two by completing the Love Language quiz and using that language to communicate your needs. Quiz linked below. And if you are moved to do so, give someone a hug! Just not Stacy or Lindsay please.

https://5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/love-language (https://5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/love-language)

Overthinking: 5 Tips To Overcome It

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode Stacy and Lindsay dive into the very common issue of OVERTHINKING. They explore:
-Why overthinking happens and how it results in anxiety.

-Ways to distinguish problem solving from overthinking (ruminating).

-How a night of drinking can cause “hang-xiety.”

-The ways they have both decreased their overthinking and strategies they used to break the overthinking cycle.

-5 tools (plus a few bonus tools) for overcoming and managing overthinking.

-Specific advice for nighttime worries.

-How Lindsay helps her athletes reframe their worries.

They share how they will Take Two this week to catch overthinking before it spirals and how you can implement some of the tools they find helpful.

Business Owners, Resilience & a Dead Cat? with Danielle Oyasu

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0500

Stacy and Lindsay have their very first interview with Nurse Practitioner, Med Spa Owner and Mom of 3, Danielle Oyasu. Danielle and Stacy have been on the journey of life together as great friends and in this episode reflect on Danielle’s insights on family, friendships and life as a successful entrepreneur. Tune in to hear how sliding doors, Grey’s Anatomy and dead cats have all played a role!

We break down:

-Danielle’s upbringing and how the story she told herself led to limiting beliefs that she has recently challenged.
-Why a passion for nursing was her driving force and how she manifested her career (before manifesting was a trend).
-The cat story.
-Work-life balance struggles (Lindsay is taking notes!) and how she made a major career pivot.
-The importance of building supportive industry connections and friendships.
-How business success can impact friendships.
-The importance of boundaries and the willingness to put yourself out there without fear of judgement.

Danielle also shares how she Takes Two by using gratitude journals to focus on what is going well in her life.

Take Two: How to Invest in Your Mental Health

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0500

Stacy and Lindsay are excited to be back! In this episode they dive into how you can use the “Take 2” Framework to check in on your mental health daily. For years they have witnessed clients move from stuck to thriving and want to share the tools and insights that help make this shift.

They discuss:

-How everyone has mental health and can benefit from building emotional awareness.
-The power of the pause in reacting thoughtfully and more productively.
- Unlearning patterns that cause us to operate in autopilot.
-Making a plan to deal with life’s challenges.

They explain how Take 2 can be used as an “in the moment” (Stacy having hard conversations with her kids) or “preventative” (Lindsay scrolling social media at night) tool. And as always, they offer suggestions on how you can Take 2 this week. Together we will take small steps to make big changes.

How to Build Confidence: Lindsay Prepares for her Tedx Talk

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0500

Today Lindsay and Stacy discuss the importance of confidence as Lindsay prepares for her TEDx Talk.

Tune in to hear:

The impact that social media and comparison can have on confidence levels.
How Lindsay is listening to her inner critic and suggestions for tapping into her inner cheerleader/coach.
The importance of language and how it can shift you into a growth mindset.
How to reframe nervous anxiety as excitement.
Non-verbals and behaviors that support confidence.
Why taking action is a crucial part of developing confidence.
The relationship between confidence and decision making.
How creating a “Feel Good File” is a great tool for remembering past successes.

Take 2 to build awareness of your confidence levels. Identify and leverage your strengths then make a plan to build on areas where your confidence is lacking.

UPDATE: Watch Lindsays Tedx Talk here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GpFNe2s6SQ