"Health Power"

By: Lisa Davis MPH
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  • Summary

  • Unleash Your Health Power: Heal, Laugh, Thrive


    Ready to ditch the fad diets and gym selfies for a deeper approach to wellness? HEALTH POWER is your passport to vibrant living.

    Join veteran health journalist Lisa Davis, with 25 years of wisdom and a sprinkle of humor, as she peels back the layers of what it truly means to thrive.

    Dive deep into:
    • Trauma Healing: Learn how to heal from the inside out with science-backed tools and a healthy dose of self-compassion.
    • Mindfulness Magic: Open conversations about anxiety, depression, and navigating life's curveballs with a mindful approach.
    • Movement that Moves You: Discover ways to move your body that spark joy and laughter.
    • Fueling Your Fire: We've got delicious recipes for every palate, whether you're paleo, vegan, gluten-free, or just love good food.
    • Celebrating Neurodiversity: We embrace different minds and unlock their unique strengths – because everyone's a superhero in their own way.
    • Real People, Real Stories: Find inspiration and connection through everyday journeys of health and healing.

    Every week, you'll get:
    • Bite-sized Quickies: Two days a week, get practical tips and tricks on air fryer cooking, allergy-friendly meals,and actionable wellness hacks (all delivered with a smile).
    • Deep Dives:Three days a week, we go long-form, exploring complex topics with experts, with genuine curiosity and in-depth conversations.
    HEALTH POWER is your roadmap to living with intention, finding joy in your body, and embracing life to the fullest. Buckle up, friends, because we're reclaiming our health, laughing our way to healing, and unleashing our inner power together. Subscribe now and join the adventure!
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Episodes
  • EP #1457: Host Lisa Davis's Inner Child Self-Care Therapy Session with Dr. John

    EP #1457: Host Lisa Davis's Inner Child Self-Care Therapy Session with Dr. John
    Sep 6 2024
    Summary

    In this therapy session, Lisa Davis discusses her unprocessed grief for her mother and the challenges she faced growing up with a chronically ill and neurologically different mother. She shares her longing for a healthy mother and the confusion and isolation she felt as a child. Dr. John helps Lisa connect with her inner child, Little Lise, and encourages her to express her feelings and validate her experiences. They explore the impact of Lisa's mother's illness on her childhood and the need for re-parenting. The session highlights the importance of acknowledging and grieving the loss of a nurturing mother figure. In this conversation, Lisa Davis and Dr. John Trentalange discuss Lisa's childhood experiences and the emotional neglect she experienced when her mother became ill. They explore the impact of her mother's physical appearance changes on their relationship and Lisa's feelings of guilt and anger. Dr. Trentalange helps Lisa understand that her reactions were normal for a child in her situation and encourages her to offer forgiveness and understanding to her younger self. They also discuss the importance of inner child therapy and provide contact information for Dr. Trentalange's services.
    Keywords: therapy, grief, unprocessed grief, chronically ill mother, neurologically different, inner child, re-parenting, childhood, emotional neglect, mother's illness, physical appearance changes, guilt, anger, forgiveness, inner child therapy
    Takeaways
    • Unprocessed grief can have a significant impact on mental health and well-being.
    • Growing up with a chronically ill or neurologically different parent can lead to feelings of neglect, confusion, and isolation.
    • Re-parenting and connecting with the inner child can help heal childhood wounds and provide the nurturing and support that was lacking.
    • Validating and expressing emotions is essential for healing and moving forward.
    • Acknowledging and grieving the loss of a nurturing mother figure is an important part of the healing process. Emotional neglect can have a profound impact on a child's development and well-being, even if their basic needs are met.
    • Children need emotional connection and bonding with their parents to develop a healthy sense of self-esteem and security.
    • Changes in a parent's physical appearance can be confusing and triggering for a child, especially if they are already dealing with the loss of a parent's presence due to illness.
    • It is important to offer forgiveness and understanding to our younger selves for the ways we may have reacted to difficult circumstances as children.
    • Inner child therapy can be a valuable tool for healing and processing childhood trauma.


    Sound Bites
    • "I want to talk about my unprocessed grief for my mom."
    • "I wanted her to have, I wanted, well, I, when I was, this story will make sense. It's not getting me out of my emotions. So I knew at a young age that my mom wasn't well."
    • "Oh, it's awful. It was awful because everybody's like, why is your mom always in your room? Why is your house ice cold? Why are all your curtains shut?"
    • "It's okay little Lisa. It wasn't your fault."
    • "You were scared. What did that change? And you were scared of getting close."
    • "Little Lisa, you were scared. You were always lovable and always good."

    Chapters00:00Introduction and Setting the Stage 08:07Exploring Unprocessed Grief and Childhood Challenges 13:27Connecting with the Inner Child: Re-parenting and Healing 23:22Validating Emotions and Expressing Feelings 26:43Grieving the Loss of a Nurturing Mother Figure 29:25The Confusion and Triggers of Physical Appearance Changes 37:25Understanding and Forgiving Our Younger Selves 39:47The Importance of Emotional Connection in Parent-Child Relationships 48:36Healing and Processing Childhood Trauma Through Inner Child Therapy
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    51 mins
  • EP #1456: The Amazing Healing Power of Psilocybin for Self-Care & Aiding in Healing Trauma

    EP #1456: The Amazing Healing Power of Psilocybin for Self-Care & Aiding in Healing Trauma
    Sep 5 2024
    Lisa is joined by Leah Linder, a naturopathic physician, botanical and nutrition-focused practitioner with deep expertise in natural supplement formulation and manufacture, Leah is also a Master Gardener.

    In addition to being a broadly experienced educator, Leah is a spiritual shaman, and ordained minister.

    Leah joins Lisa to talk about Setas Seminary and the amazing healing powers of psilocybin.

    Setas Seminary was founded by two seekers bound by soul and science. They were inspired to create a safe, non denominational, holistic church intent on elevating whole health and spiritual connection.
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    39 mins
  • EP #1455: RE-PLAY: Cooking with Kayla - How to Make Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free Light & Flavorful Lettuce Wraps for Ultimate Self-Care

    EP #1455: RE-PLAY: Cooking with Kayla - How to Make Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free Light & Flavorful Lettuce Wraps for Ultimate Self-Care
    Sep 4 2024
    Summary:

    In this conversation, Lisa Davis and Kayla Cappiello discuss the TV show Love on the Spectrum and share a recipe for easy lettuce wraps. Kayla talks about her love for the show and the supportive families featured in it. They then move on to discussing the recipe, which includes a peanut sauce and various options for fillings. Kayla shares her journey to becoming a foodie and how she transitioned from a career in fashion to cooking. They end the conversation by providing information on where to find Kayla's recipes. Takeaways
    • Love on the Spectrum is a heartwarming show that highlights the supportive families of individuals on the autism spectrum.
    • Easy lettuce wraps are a versatile and healthy meal option that can be customized with different fillings and sauces.
    • Kayla's journey from fashion to cooking shows how a passion for food can develop and become a fulfilling career.
    • Kayla's recipes can be found on her Substack, Instagram, TikTok, and blog.

    Chapters00:00Introduction and Discussion of Love on the Spectrum 03:18Recipe: Easy Lettuce Wraps 11:06Kayla's Journey to Becoming a Foodie 14:10Transitioning from Fashion to Cooking 15:11Where to Find Kayla's Recipes
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    17 mins
Alternative & Complementary Medicine Psychology Hygiene & Healthy Living
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