The Revolutionized Mind

Happy Friday friends! Thank you for joining me on this solo episode. It's been a while since we've had the chance to catch up! Following my mini therapy series that I've been posting about this week on Instagram, I thought it would be impactful to expand on my own personal journey. In this episode, I explain some of my past history with therapy, why I decided to get back into it, and how I navigated the whole process. I also share some personal struggles that I've been dealing with lately related to this platform, and hopefully offer some positive insight/advice for anyone who may be feeling similar things. I'm hoping that this episode will complement everything that I've been posting about therapy and make you feel less alone in whatever it is that you're currently going through. If you like this episode, let me know your thoughts and what else you want me to talk about! As well, don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show on whatever platform you're listening on. Follow me on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Youtube @therevolutionizedmind! Join me, donate or share Jack.org's BrainFreeze event: https://jack.akaraisin.com/ui/brainfreeze2022/t/therevolutionizedmind

This week, I am really excited to have the founder and CEO of a new social platform Good Deeds, Amber Yakutchik on The Revolutionized Mind. Good Deeds is a service that allows you to donate items or services, give back to your community, and earn credits along the way. Similar to platforms like Facebook Marketplace, it allows you to get rid of things you don’t need and rewards you with credits for helping the community. No money is exchanged on the platform and you get 500 credits simply for signing up. These credits can be used to spend, donate, or save, along with the ability to put up your own goods or services. Services meaning things like lash, nail, or stylist appointments, among others! This is a great way to promote small businesses as well. In this episode, Amber shares who she is, how she came up with the idea, and some of the goals that she has for the platform. I genuinely think that this idea is extremely innovative, creative, and progressive so definitely be sure to check them out. Don't forget to follow us on social media @therevolutionizedmind & @gooddeedsllc, and remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show on whatever platform you're listening on! Go to gooddeeds.ca and enter the code TRM2022 for 50 free credits when you sign up! This episode is available on Youtube as well!

Happy Friday friends! Thank you so much for sharing your time with me on this platform. In this week's episode, we are joined by a high school member from the Global Mental Health Outreach, Shruti Varahala. She shares some of her experiences being raised in such a competitive culture/society and how this has impacted her mental health. Shruti talks about academic pressure, burnout, validation, and much more. We also discuss some of the negative impacts that grades have on self-worth, peer interaction, and mindset for the future. This episode is a great reminder that you are MORE than a student and it's imperative that you make time to do the things that bring you joy. If you've ever felt or are currently feeling some form of pressure in an academic environment, definitely give this one a listen. Be sure to follow us on social media @therevolutionizedmind & @globalmentalhealth.outreach, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show on whatever platform you're listening on! Check out my episode on the Global Mental Health Outreach Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/78nJCrflEhYTy5dhEDvYMc?si=efa968cca5ba41cb

Happy Friday everyone! Today, we are joined by former college baseball player, Reid Meyer. Reid is the Co-Founder of Athletes to Athletes, a college counseling service that provides customized plans for student-athletes going through the recruiting process. Like many others, Reid had a narrow-minded approach to selecting a college program. He was solely focused on his sport, and thus ignored the rest of what the college experience should entail. In this episode, Reid shares his personal journey, what he's learned along the way, and how he turned all of this into a successful service for student-athletes and their families to better understand and navigate the system. He tells us all about Athletes to Athletes and what they offer, we break down some misperceptions about college athletics and we highlight some important questions that you should be asking yourself before committing to a program. Be sure to follow us on social media @therevolutionizedmind & @athletestoathletes, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show on whatever platform you're listening on! Book your free session now: https://athletestoathletes.com/trm September 30th is Canada's second National Day for Truth & Reconciliation. Below are some Indigenous resources! Indian Residential School Survivor Society: 1-800-721-0066 (crisis line) Metis Nation of Ontario: 1-877-767-7572 Find more here: https://jack.org/IndigenousMHResources

Happy World Suicide Prevention Day! As many of you know, suicide is a topic that I hold very near and dear to my heart, so this episode means a lot to me. Today's guest, Laura Bruno, is a current Psychotherapist and former Crisis Worker. She has 10+ years of experience working in the field and is very passionate about both crisis intervention and suicide prevention. In this episode, she explains what a crisis is, how we can support someone going through a difficult time, understanding the difference between self-harm and suicidal ideation, and much more. We talk about the role that the supporter plays in crisis and emphasize things like maintaining boundaries, asking the right questions, and knowing the appropriate "next steps". Although this episode doesn't necessarily focus on the individual who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts, please know that you are not alone and there are people out there willing to sit through your pain with you. Trigger warning: suicide and self-harm are discussed in detail in this conversation. Please take a moment to check in with yourself before listening to this episode to ensure that you are in a good headspace to receive this information. A list of resources (not exhaustive) has been provided below in case anything comes up for you during this conversation or just to save for future use. Thank you for being a part of changing the way think about and approach the topic of suicide. Be sure to follow us on social media @therevolutionizedmind & @your.anxiety.therapist, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show on whatever platform you're listening on! Crisis Resources Kid's Help Phone: call 1-800-668-6868 or text 686868 Talk Suicide Canada: call 1-833-456-4566 or text 45645 Trans Lifeline: call 877-330-6366 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: call 988 (currently United States only) LGBT Youthline: call 1-800-268-9688 Good2Talk Post Secondary Student Helpline: call 1-866-925-5454 Hope for Wellness Help Line: call 1-855-242-3310 Other Resources Jack.org: https://betherecertificate.org/ Centre for Suicide Prevention: https://www.suicideinfo.ca/ National Institute of Mental Health: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/suicide-prevention

Happy Friday folks! Today we are joined by Anita Owusu- a Clinical Therapist, Social Worker, and the Founder of Therapy & Co. Anita is trained in several modalities to help her clients navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, relational issues, and more. In this episode, Anita shares her journey as a therapist and the many things she's learned along the way. After experiencing abuse at a young age and going through the foster care system, she was inspired to work in a profession that allowed her to give the same care to others that she was fortunate enough to receive herself. Anita describes how she has been able to use her clinical experience in her personal life as a parent and some of the challenges that have come with that as well. She also talks about some reoccurring themes that she sees in her millennial clients, breaks down some myths about therapy/therapists, and explains more about her practice, Therapy & Co. Be sure to follow us on social media @therevolutionizedmind & @anita.therapist, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show on whatever platform you're listening on! Learn more about Anita's practice here: https://therapyandco.com/

This week, therapist and author James Pearson shares insights from his journey on the road to self-discovery. He delves into Carl Jung's teachings, exploring themes of identity, ego, and the authentic self. James discusses his transition from tech to counseling and the importance of empathy shaped by personal experiences. He highlights the value of mundane moments for self-reflection and emphasizes the power of reshaping our inner dialogue to combat anxiety. Packed with wisdom, this conversation encourages a deeper understanding of ourselves.

This week on TRM, we are joined by Emily, a therapist, and Ashley, a fitness instructor, who are the podcast hosts of Because We Went To Therapy. Through their own lived experiences, they have gained lots of wisdom, perspective, and overall knowledge about the topics of mental health and therapy which they share on their own platform. In this episode, they both describe their personal therapy journeys, what they've learned along the way, and what the experience of hosting a podcast has been like. This conversation is extremely insightful and offers new ways of thinking about the role that therapy can play in our lives. Trigger warning: eating disorders, childhood sexual abuse, and self-harm are discussed in this episode. Be sure to follow us on social media @therevolutionizedmind & @becausewewenttotherapy, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show on whatever platform you're listening on! Check out more from BWWTT here: https://linktr.ee/becausewewenttotherapy Listen to my episode on BWWTT's podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/mental-health-advocacy-and-vulnerability-with/id1607563874?i=1000569986795

Happy Friday! This week, we are joined by a Period Recovery Coach and Podcaster from the UK, Athina Crilley. This episode is FILLED with so much valuable information about all thing's periods, cycles, and women's health. As a woman who has a period every month, it's scary to see the lack of education around menstruation and just how much we aren't taught/don't know about our bodies. Our guest defines what a period actually is, the purpose of menstruation, what hormones are affected in the process, how to align your lifestyle to your cycle, and much more! With the amount of shame/stigma that still exists around periods, I truly hope that this conversation is bringing us one step closer to reducing those negative feelings and ultimately, improving our knowledge of this natural bodily process. Be sure to follow us on social media @therevolutionizedmind & @findingflopodcast, and don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show on whatever platform you’re listening on! Listen to Athina's podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/finding-flo/id1513655249

Happy Friday friends! This week, we are joined by Life & Mindset Coach, Nikki Kett. Nikki is a former college swimmer and D1 coach who now strives to help current/former athletes and overachievers lean into the concepts of self-trust and inner peace. In this episode, we discuss a variety of topics including team cultures, societal pressures, reframing failure, and much much more! Nikki emphasizes the importance of trusting your body, enjoying the journey, and letting go of the external standards that we often hold ourselves to. This conversation is all about mindset and there is lots to take away from our guest's experiences and perspectives. Be sure to follow us on social media @therevolutionizedmind & @nikkikettcoaching, and don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show on whatever platform you’re listening on! Find more of Nikki's work here: https://linktr.ee/nikkikettcoaching Schedule your FREE info session with Athletes to Athletes today: https://athletestoathletes.com/trm