Ep. 56 - So You Want to Be a Psychologist? Well, How Does That Make You Feel?

Ep. 56 - So You Want to Be a Psychologist? Well, How Does That Make You Feel?

MA, Ph.D, Psy.D WTF? What's it like to really chase your dream of becoming a Psychologist? Tune in as Dr. Laura Ellick goes back in time to reveal what she wished she knew before jumping into the 8 year process of becoming a Licensed Psychologist. Let's overanalyze the choice to delay gratification, rack up student loan debt, and throw self care out the window....all due to a passion for helping and a professional calling that you just can't shake!

Ep. 55 - Bad to the Bone: Menopause Edition

There are 206 excellent reasons to think about building bone BEFORE peri menopause and menopause. Joining me is Mayhem's favorite Physician Associate Margarita Murphy from OneLife Health And Performance. Prior to entering the longevity medicine field, Margarita worked in orthopedics and knows way more than "the leg bone's connected to the hip bone." Listen in as Margarita discusses bone health across the life span, how diet and exercise can help build and maintain bone, and what options women have to stay strong post menopause! https://www.onelifehealthandperformance.com/

Ep. 54 - Beyond Coldplay and the Jumbotron: A Story of Infidelity

RERUN EPISODE Infidelity, cheating, stepping out—we probably all know someone who has experienced betrayal in a relationship, but what actually drives the behavior? In this encore presentation of one of our most thought-provoking episodes, life coach, writer, and educator Dani Murrell joins the conversation to share her personal experience with infidelity and the complex emotions, circumstances, and relationship dynamics that can lead someone down that path. While some cases involve addiction or deeper psychological struggles, many people who have affairs never set out to hurt their partners or damage their relationships. So how does it happen? And why can it be so difficult to end? Dani offers a candid and courageous perspective on issues including communication breakdowns, emotional and sexual disconnection, identity, unmet needs, resentment, and the gradual decisions that can lead people into situations they never expected. This conversation isn't about judgment—it's about understanding. Whether you've experienced infidelity personally, supported someone who has, or simply want to better understand the complexities of human relationships, this episode provides valuable insight and reflection. As you revisit this powerful discussion, we invite you to listen with curiosity, compassion, and an open mind. Guest: Dani Murrell, Life Coach, Writer, and Educator More information: www.danimurrellcoaching.paperbell.com [http://www.danimurrellcoaching.paperbell.com/]

Ep. 53 - The Madness and Mayhem of Menopause

It's always really cool when you run into someone who has a similar passion....enter Sarah Starkoff Green who hosts her own podcast, "The Menopause Playbook" Sarah kindly sat down for a spontaneous conversation about all things menopause related, including the importance of educating men about this change of life. While menopause is a "natural" phase, the symptoms are painful, distressing and life disruption AND there are things women can do to alleviate them all!

Ep. 52 - From Provider to Advocate: Making Sure Covered Services Get Covered

If you've spent any time in the eating disorder field, you will recognize the name Jessica Setnick, MS, RD CEDS-C. Jessica spent many years developing evidence based treatment protocols and educating professionals about the role of dieticians in eating disorder recovery. In addition to being an author and speaker, Jessica is the founder of IFEDD (The International Federation of Eating Disorder Dieticians) and advocates to ensure that nutrition counseling is covered by insurance for ED treatment.