Consider Yourself Hugged

Podcast by Tami West and Michelle Kixmiller

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About Consider Yourself Hugged

Thanks for visiting with us at for Consider Yourself Hugged: Mental & emotional well-being.” Do you find yourself thinking, "Life can be so overwhelming! I feel so frustrated all the time! I worry about everything! I wish I could speak up more and not be a doormat!" If you're looking for improved mental and emotional well-being, please join us every Wednesday as we talk about how to make positive choices in your life.*Disclaimer:The information in this show is not intended to be therapy or to address your individual situation. It is information based on my experiences, opinions, and research. If you need further help, please reach out to one of the resources mentioned in the show notes.About us:Tami West, PhD Stress and Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses her entertaining and compelling style to shine a new light on how to transform your life and discover solutions to life’s challenges. Her passion stems from a lifelong battle with an anxiety disorder which has uniquely equipped her to teach, encourage, and motivate others. Tami has worked in a variety of industries including healthcare, school nutrition, corporate sales, and 10 years as a public-school teacher. In 2013 she received her PhD in Human Development, studying the connections among stress, emotions, and identity. Dr. West has spoken in 48 states across the US, as well as the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand. Dr. West is the author of several successful publications including two books: The Stress Club, Life Without the Monsters and Thrive. She is a mother of eight in a blended family and enjoys reading historical fiction, traveling with her husband Tim and family, and watching The Big Bang Theory.Michelle Kixmiller, MSN, MAE, RN, APN, PMHNP-BCMichelle Kixmiller is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Licensed Educator. She works with children and adults with mental health needs including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, ADHD, autism, schizophrenia, and obsessive compulsive disorder. Michelle served as a public school teacher and science department chair for over a decade when a family tragedy pulled her in a different direction. The death of her younger brother after a multiple year battle with depression and alcoholism led her to pursue a career in the mental health field. She went back to school to become a registered nurse graduating and gaining experience as a critical care nurse at a level 1 regional burn center prior to completing a graduate degree to become a mental health nurse practitioner. Her vision is holistic care through teamwork to create a more peaceful school environment for students and staff alike. No one should have to struggle alone. Michelle currently works full time for a non-profit community mental health center at an outpatient clinic and works PRN for an inpatient crisis stabilization unit. When not at work she loves spending time with family, traveling, watching movies (not scary ones), and running (slowly). Contact Michelle at mkixmill@gmail.com.

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221 episodes

10 Holiday Peace Tips for Real Women, Real Life (Season 6 Finale)

In this Season 6 finale, Tami shares 10 simple holiday peace tips—HALT, emotional resets, joy rituals, and practical ways to trade perfection for presence. Real stories, real tools, and one powerful question: What will I remember in January? Show notes with links at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/10-holiday-peace-tips Connect with us * Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DN4H25bjPG1/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link] Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!) * TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@drtamiwest] Short clips and stories * YouTube: [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSmOe2mgy0o987UdOAgsttRgb2D1YP_YD&si=hmylNDIzV48HGTfi] Full episodes + video snippets * Women’s Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/aplaceforwomen] A Place for Women—ongoing conversation **The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/ About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.

26 Nov 2025 - 27 min

Comparison: The Holiday Peace Project Part 2

In this episode of The Holiday Peace Project, Michelle and I talk about comparison, from picture-perfect homes and social media scrolling to hash brown casserole in a condo sink. We’ll walk through the science of comparison, how it steals our peace, and simple tools to trade performance for presence this season. Show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/comparison-holiday-peace-project-part-2. Connect with us * Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DN4H25bjPG1/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link] Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!) * TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@drtamiwest] Short clips and stories * YouTube: [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSmOe2mgy0o987UdOAgsttRgb2D1YP_YD&si=hmylNDIzV48HGTfi] Full episodes + video snippets * Women’s Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/aplaceforwomen] A Place for Women—ongoing conversation **The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/ About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.

19 Nov 2025 - 22 min

The Holiday Peace Project begins!

We’re kicking off the season with real stories, honest emotions, and practical ways to protect your peace when the holidays start to spiral. Full show notes with download at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/holiday-peace-project Michelle’s back, and she’s sharing her husband’s heart scare, how gratitude and overwhelm can coexist, and what it means to truly care for yourself when life gets chaotic. Tami opens up about Thanksgiving burnout and how she finally learned to ask for help and let things be imperfect. 💬 In this episode: -Real-life stories about stress, gratitude, and letting go -The meaning behind Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa & New Year’s -Surprising holiday mental health facts — both hopeful and hard -4 questions to help you choose peace on purpose -Easy, laughter-filled games to bring people together -Free download: The Holiday Meaning Map + Games for Connection -Mug giveaway — answer a trivia question in the comments to enter! 🩵 Next week: Comparison & Perfectionism — why we chase perfect holidays and how to get our peace back. Connect with us * Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DN4H25bjPG1/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link] Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!) * TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@drtamiwest] Short clips and stories * YouTube: [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSmOe2mgy0o987UdOAgsttRgb2D1YP_YD&si=hmylNDIzV48HGTfi] Full episodes + video snippets * Women’s Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/aplaceforwomen] A Place for Women—ongoing conversation **The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/ About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.

12 Nov 2025 - 38 min

Hug 214: Sleep: The Science, the Struggles, and the Solutions

Can’t turn off “anxious math” at 2 a.m.? Tami shares the cassette-tape trick that changed her nights, the science of sleep cycles and body clocks, and a compassionate 4-step plan: journal, build sleep drive by day, create a soothing routine, and optimize your bedroom. Plus CBT-I tools that beat pills long-term, the ½-hour rule, and the Bluetooth headband that feels safe and cozy. Consistency over perfection—learn to sleep again. Show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/sleep-better Connect with us * Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DN4H25bjPG1/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link] Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!) * TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@drtamiwest] Short clips and stories * YouTube: [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSmOe2mgy0o987UdOAgsttRgb2D1YP_YD&si=hmylNDIzV48HGTfi] Full episodes + video snippets * Women’s Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/aplaceforwomen] A Place for Women—ongoing conversation **The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/ About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.

5 Nov 2025 - 36 min

Hug 213: Travel with Joy: Finding Yourself Through Solo Adventures

This week, Tami and Michelle are joined by special guest Joy Huber, speaker, cancer survivor, and solo travel coach for women. Full show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/travel-with-joy Joy shares her remarkable story of resilience and self-discovery after surviving stage four cancer at age 33. What began as a health crisis became a journey toward courage, freedom, and "joy," quite literally. Together, we talk about: 💛 How solo travel can heal and empower women 💛 Safety, confidence, and self-defense tips for traveling alone 💛 Letting go of guilt and rediscovering who you are beyond your roles 💛 Why you don’t need to wait for “someday” to live your dreams Joy’s message is clear: life moves fast, don’t wait to live it. Connect with us * Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DN4H25bjPG1/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link] Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!) * TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@drtamiwest] Short clips and stories * YouTube: [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSmOe2mgy0o987UdOAgsttRgb2D1YP_YD&si=hmylNDIzV48HGTfi] Full episodes + video snippets * Women’s Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/aplaceforwomen] A Place for Women—ongoing conversation **The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/ About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.

29 Oct 2025 - 51 min

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