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If you know what LYLAS stands for, then this podcast is for you! Two besties since middle school turned moms and psychologists dish on "the good, the fun, and the yucks" of life! We're tackling all things mental health, "mom balance" (whatever the hell that is), transitions in life (divorce, career, aging parents, parent loss, loss of friendships), self-care, travel, healthy habits, raising kids, and allllllll the things us midlife mamas are experiencing. We hope each week listeners feel like they just left a good ol' therapy session with their bestie! We'll dish on all the tips and tricks to keep your mental health in check and enjoy this thing called life! Meet your life's newest cheerleaders-- Sarah & Jen! LYLAS!
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We round out season 2 by circling back to the topic that always influences our mental wellness —- diet culture. This week we welcome to the podcast special guest and registered dietitian, Meredith Wellman of Simply Wellman, to answer all our burning questions related to mid-life dieting and those popular wellness programs on the market. https://simplywellman.com http://thelylaspodcast.comPlease be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
Inspired by an unexpected turn of events and the Netflix series “How to Get Rich” by Ramit Sethi, Jen and Sarah discuss their definitions of living richly and how this perspective alleviates “keeping up with the Joneses!” This week we break down what it means to live rich on any budget and how YOU get to design your rich life! https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.comwww.thelylaspodcast.com for more!!!!Also, check out our Facebook and Insta accounts to stay up to date!!!!Please be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
Sure most people believe the holidays to be a memorable time of the year, but also debatably the MOST stressful!!! The family member that drives you nuts, the easy-to-consume alcohol at every party, or the change in routines; our healthy lifestyles are often derailed. This episode will not only validate those situations but also provide Sarah’s top tips for managing holiday stress! www.thelylaspodcast.com Please be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
To celebrate School Psychology Awareness Week, our resident school psychologist, Jen, provides 17 years of knowledge from working in the public school system! In this episode, we cover everything from a child needing “just a little bit of help” to 504 plans and IEPs. Jen breaks it all down, hoping to leave you a full understanding of the processes related to academic or social intervention, special education programming, or 504 accommodation plans; as well as what sets these processes apart, We all want our kids/ grandkids to succeed academically, some may just need a different path and plan! https://www.nasponline.org/research-and-policy/advocacy/national-school-psychology-week-(nspw)www.thelylaspodcast.comPlease be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
👻 This week Jen shares her incredible reading with the Hollywood medium, Tyler Henry, and how this experience literally changed her life. Listen along as Jen details how she scored a reading with the most sought after medium on the planet! Not only did she receive messages from her Dad, grandparents, but a surprise guest came through that she least expected! This experience completely changed her perception of loss and provided such peace to her soul. If you’ve ever lost someone you loved dearly, this episode is most certainly for you!! https://www.thetylerhenrymedium.comAlso, checkout our website! www.thelylaspodcast.com #mediums #thelylaspodcast #podcast #mentalhealth Please be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
Ever considered giving our female bodies exactly what it needs during each phase of our cycle? We hadn't either until a few months ago when Jen became interested in this method. We’re by no means experts on this topic, but we’ve done a fair amount of research to get started and Jen has begun incorporating this method into her lifestyle. Simply put, cycle syncing is adjusting your nutrition, workouts, and lifestyle around the phases of your cycle (Health Life Balance LLC). Cycle syncing is great for any woman experiencing hormonal imbalance, fatigue, low libido, or those who simply want to level up their overall well-being! In this episode, we discuss what it is, how it’s used, and how it can help women level up in all aspects of life! https://www.healthylifebalance.net/Don't forget our website too! All the resources, episodes, about our team... it's all HERE! www.thelylaspodcast.comPlease be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
In the spirit of doing our own “progress report,” as Jen said in “Motivation Station (Season 2, Episode 12), we decided to put what we preach into action! Goal setting and reflective, fair self-assessments are discussed with some tips and tricks shared along the way! Self-work is best done with a buddy who can hold you accountable and celebrate your successes! #thelylaspodcast #accountability #progressreport #momlife #balance #dothework #wellness #podcastwww.thelylaspodcast.comPlease be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
We all want our kids to be happy, obviously, but according to new research, our actions may be preventing them from experiencing needed distress to grow and learn how to cope. This week Sarah and Jen discuss this new research and our own experiences as moms and mental health professionals providing tips and lessons we’ve learned along the way. #momlife #thelylaspodcast #distressisneeded #growth See our website for the article referenced!!! www.thelyalspodcast.com Please be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
Motivation... the struggle can be real some days! In this week’s episode we share our tricks to getting started, keeping our head in the game, and how truly knowing yourself is key to it all (setting effective goals and knowing when you’re getting in your own damn way). Don’t sit on a park bench waiting for things to change or hunt for motivation like it’s an item on your scavenger hunt! Don’t wake up 10 years from now wishing you had started sooner. JUST DO IT! Also!!! Check out our new and improved webpage! Catch our latest episodes, connect on social media, and don't forget about the "Resource Page!" We got a good one to go along with this episode!!!www.thelylaspodcast.com #mentalhealth #motivation #momlife #balance #youcabdoit #thelylaspodcastPlease be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
Imagine you wake up one day in your early 20’s, married with two small little girls, and you get a call notifying you that you’re now a widow with two small little girls. Where does one even begin? Candias Berry-Welch graciously shares her story of strength and true love. She is the real deal. This raw glimpse into her life and how she’s learned to cope offer hope and inspiration. www.thelylaspodcast.com#thelylaspodcast #widow #restarting #inspiration #strength Please be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
Like it or lump it, we’ve all experienced a toxic relationship. Recognizing the signs can be tricky, particularly when it’s someone you love. Recognizing the global, harmful effects of toxic relationships is key when determining if something or someone is right for you. This episode takes a deep dive into the differences between unhealthy and toxic relationships, the signs, and what you can do to heal and move on. Be sure to checkout our website!!!www.thelylaspodcast.comPlease be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
You’ve heard us mention our experiences as persons living with ADHD, now we really dive deep into what it was like as kids and how we cope, differently, but effectively as adults. Caveat: if you think* this is you too, don’t rely on web searches or social media, see a professional for an evaluation!#thelylaspodcast #ADHD #mentalhealthawareness #momlife #squirrelsPlease be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
Going back to school can be a “yuck,” especially after the fun and lapse in schedules/routines, but it can be emotionally tough too! Kiddos meeting new friends, transitioning to different schools, maybe even college… but for mommas, this process can also be a bit rough (think first day of kindergarten, last day of high school, college move-in day). So how do we all get through these times and best prepare our kiddos? By listening to The LYLAS Podcast for tips!#backtoschool #transitions #thelylaspodcast #psychologist #backtoschoolcool #youcandothiswww.thelylaspodcast.comPlease be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
With Jen’s latest passing around the sun, the notion of “leveling-up” was added to the mix! Instead of “aging” or “getting older,” #levelingup means (to us) continued growth with constant change and competing demands… that's the game of life! So how do we rise to the occasion as time passes? Listen in!Please be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
Yes, “meditation and mindfulness” seem to be the latest buzz words, BUT they have been around as practices for over 2,000 years! Why? Because they work!!!! In this episode, Jen shares how meditation has helped her escape the ferris wheel of hell and helped with calming reactions. Sarah also shares how mindfulness practice assists in grounding and best yet, YOU are already doing them, you might have not known it! Our website has more info too!!!https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/mindfulness The children’s book referenced: “Moody Cow Meditates,” By Kerry MacLean. Available on Amazon and other shopping venues. Please be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
Sex! Yep. We went there… how to talk about sex with your kiddos and what’s normative for you and your partner? Our special guest, Michelle Leach, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MEd, MS, LPCA (specializing in sex therapy), hit it all and provided a ton of helpful tips for communication and help should you need it. Be sure to check out her website and instagram and ours!www.thelylaspodcast.com#thelylaspodcast #psychologist #mentalhealth #sex #letstalkboutsexPlease be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
Multiple Sclerosis, aka MS, is a progressive disease that disrupts communication between the brain and body. Niki Stevens was a healthy, highly active student in college when she received this life altering diagnosis. Her story of perseverance, choosing to live life on her terms, and the struggles to fight “the darkness” are beautifully shared in this inspiring reflection of what it's like to be a mom with a disability.Remember our website: www.thelylaspodcast.com#thelylaspodcast #diseasedoesnotdefineyou #wedotoughthings #psychologists #inspiration #podcastPlease be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
Sometimes, the hardest decisions are the most needed. Divorce is tough, but so is staying in an unhappy or unhealthy relationship. If kids are involved this can be tricky, but not impossible, take it from your two besties from divorced parents and Sarah who's been through a divorce and shares her story on this episode! If you happen to have young kiddos, remember to have developmentally appropriate conversations with them and checkout our website:www.thelylaspodcast.com#mentalhealth #divorce #psychologist #stepparent #leaving Please be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
“The risk of exposure to trauma has been part of the human condition since we evolved as a species ( Matthew Friedman, MD, PhD, National Center for PTSD).” Yep. That’s a hard but truthful way to start this discussion. Just like with addiction, there is hope. This episode is heavy, hopefully validating, and informative. Our website is PACKED full of resources for this one, so check it out for sure: www.thelylaspodcast.com#trauma #mentalhealth #podcast #psychologistPlease be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
Addiction knows no boundaries. At some point in our lives every single person will love an addict or be one themselves. We all know someone whose life has been disrupted or ended because of its deadly force.. This episode focuses on the hard truths of addiction. We talk about how it affects the addict and their family and friends; as well as the hopefulness that can come from recovery. There is truly no one better to break down addiction than our former classmate, Craig Hettlinger, owner of Huntington Addiction Wellness Center (HAWC). If you or someone you love is currently struggling to overcome addiction, check out the HAWC website for help.#addiction #recovery #thelylaspodcast #mentalhealthawareness #helpisavailablewww.thelylaspodcast for more information and resourcesPlease be sure to checkout our website for previous episodes, our fab, psych-approved resource page, and connect to our social media! www.thelylaspodcast.com
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