Join Dawn Dacquisto for this very special 40th episode… We care about our community so this week we’re having a unique discussion on our show with two special guests about mental health and how to not go bananas online. As fans, this is your time to get more from your experience and our diverse and welcoming online community. We’re in this together. Let’s face it; football can be crazy-making!
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Jamie’s Stigma Breakers ➡️ Mental Health Community
From Steve:
How To Perform the 4-7-8 Breathing Exercise | Andrew Weil, M.D.
Introduction to EMDR Therapy
Music Therapy from Dawn:
The Fundamental Expression of Human Emotions, Lionel Yu - YouTube
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INTRO 🎶
DAWN:
Hello and welcome to
Hey, We Like Your Pod
Welcome Jamie and Steve! I’m so glad you are joining me for this special episode! How are you doing? So in honor of the Wednesday PackADay podcast, what’s your go to stress food?
JAMIE:
Answer then turn over to Steve - Steve, hello! How’s your week going?
STEVE:
Answer then turn over to Dawn
DAWN:
Stress eating is supposed to be unhealthy but hey! It’s healthy for the mind, no?
JAMIE:
Answer then turn over to Steve
STEVE:
Answer then turn over to Dawn
DAWN:
In all seriousness, Jamie has been offering daily mental health tips on her social media channels and Steve always reminds people that his DMs are always open if you are struggling. I’d love if you could tell the audience about your motivations behind those very special things you personally offer to others.
JAMIE: (what made you start offering daily mental health vid tips AND keeps you going with them)
Answer then turn over to Steve
STEVE: (what motivates you to continue to offer to listen via DM to others)
Answer then turn over to Dawn
DAWN:
I have really been looking forward to chatting with both of you because you have super positive messages about mental health, and quite frankly everyone can benefit from a frank discussion about this, so before we get into it, I’d like to ask you both to give a brief overview of what makes you prioritize YOUR mental health how you became advocates (bc I consider you both ADVOCATES FOR MENTAL HEALTH). Jamie?
JAMIE:
Answer then turn over to Steve
STEVE:
Answer then turn over to Dawn
DAWN:
I’m so interested in having this chat especially because we are part of a larger online community. How do you practice healthy habits in dealing with folks online? Any different than in person?
JAMIE:
Answer then turn over to Steve
STEVE:
Answer then turn over to Dawn
DAWN:
I personally turn to the arts and spirituality as a way to keep myself together and to find peace. Also exercise - walks, runs, etc. Do you have any go-tos or outlets for when you need to express yourself or find balance in your life?
JAMIE:
Answer then turn over to Steve
STEVE:
Answer then turn over to Dawn
DAWN:
How do you define mental health? What does mental healthiness look like in your life?
JAMIE:
Answer then turn over to Steve
STEVE:
Answer then turn over to Dawn
DAWN:
Is it a goal or is it more a process? I ask this because like anything, I feel like people can pressure themselves to achieve something, which in turns causes stress. Stress is part of life and it doesn’t mean we’re not healthy or normal if we FEEL stressed, so how do you personally find the balance bc we really do live in a stressful world.
JAMIE:
Answer then turn over to Steve
STEVE:
Answer then turn over to Dawn
DAWN:
From time to time I put up Art Challenges on Instagram and Facebook, but I think I will offer on Twitter in the future. I am always touched by how those who join in appreciate the art break bc they are dealing with stress, often hidden stresses. And in honor of our weekly superlatives, I will offer a musical superlative: for music therapy
The Fundamental Expression of Human Emotions, Lionel Yu - YouTube
Lionel Yu is a pianist who made his name on YouTube and has become acclaimed in all the traditional channels. His music in particular is emotive and emotionally out there. I find it very moving. For me personally, my feelings can get bottled up so listening to his music feels like a cleanse or a flush. I’m a huge fan of this genius. That’s this week’s superlative.
*If you have any music or other resources to share with our audience, let’s make sure we mention them or add them to our show notes. Jamie? Steve?
DAWN:
Final question (bc I think others can really benefit by knowing they are not alone in experiencing challenge) what is the most difficult thing you have had to deal with mentally (it can be a single event or something that tends to push your buttons regularly)?
JAMIE:
Answer then turn over to Steve
STEVE:
Answer then turn over to Dawn
DAWN:
Jamie, Steve it’s been lovely to chat with you and I have learned so much from both of your examples. Friends, you can find Jamie on Twitter @jamienolastname and Steve @steveperlach. Make sure you are following and staying in touch with us. We really do have a supportive online community. Next week Matt will be back from vacation so
… friends, let us know if there’s someone YOU would like us to have as a guest on the show. And we appreciate when you take a minute to rate and share our podcast with someone who you think might enjoy it; that’s the best way we can grow the show and continue to spread the love in our online community whether you are a football fan or not.
So with that, We appreciate you all joining us here, we’re both so glad to know you, be fans of you and have the luxury of being fans of the most storied team in the NFL! We appreciate your support, subscriptions and sharing our pod and look forward to seeing you next week on…
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OUTRO 🎶