"Confessions of a Counsellor" is about mental health in bite-size chunks. Janice Lyons is not just a therapist but shares real-life self-help. Let's talk about therapy, counselling, and life tools/ tips to use every day in five minutes or less. I'm glad you're here :) In case you're curious, I am an introvert (INFJ) and a lover of chocolate, a good book, and fluffy animals! Follow me @aboutconnection Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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Newly discovered half sisters (via 23 & Me), Janice & Jane, have a story to tell! Their relationship started with a couple of confusing messages on FB messenger, a zoom call, and an unexpected family reunion that had them cracking up, and bonding overnight! Janice & Jane may not look alike, but with their personalities, and mindset they are two peas in a podcast! They have a landfill of stories filled with family history, mystery, humor, drama, trauma, misunderstandings, loss, and new beginn ...
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A place where parents and caregivers of children - minor and adult children - with emotional, behavioral, developmental, and intellectual challenges can feel a little less alone on their journey. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janice-wiggins/support
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Welcome to Coming From Left Field, a conversation about politics, books, and current events.
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A podcast that takes you on a tour of the abnormal, paranormal, weirdly true, and truly weird in every corner across this nation. Because, whether it’s ghosts, aliens, monsters, or monstrous humans, there’s something strange in your neighborhood. Hosted by: Aaron Sagers, journalist, professional nerd, paranormal pop culture expert and host of Travel Channel's Paranormal Paparazzi, Paranormal Lockdown: Evidence Revealed, and seen on Portals to Hell, and currently a panelist on Paranormal Caug ...
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The era of radio drama was a time when storytelling was a purely auditory experience, and "Broadway Is My Beat" was a shining example of this art form. Running on CBS from 1949 to 1954, this radio crime drama painted a vivid picture of New York City's underbelly, with Times Square Detective Danny Clover at the center of the action. The show began with Anthony Ross voicing Detective Clover, bringing to life the gritty streets of New York during its first three months. However, it was Larry Th ...
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In today's episode, Janice talks about why our feelings might be so strong and the function of these feelings. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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“Dynamite Nashville” with Betsy Phillips
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Betsy Phillips, a journalist and historian, is the author of the new book about three unsolved bombings by segregationists in the civil rights era, “Dynamite Nashville: Unmasking the FBI, the KKK, and the Bombers Beyond Their Control.” Phillips not only paints a detailed picture of the social dynamic of the times but reveals how a violent fringe of…
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Juggling Life: Family, Work, and Mental Wellbeing - A Reddit Roulette Edition!
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Summer is OVER friends and we are feeling the relief and yet craziness of Fall! Let's get all caught up and then play another round of "Reddit Roulette!" We are so excited to consider REAL issues submitted by REAL people and to use our life experience to offer actionable advice. This episode's topics include: A powerful story from a 16-year-old dea…
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“Zinnophobia” with David Detmer
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Dr. David Detmer is a Professor of Philosophy at Purdue University Calumet and author of numerous books and professional articles. In his new book, “Zinnophobia: The Battle Over History in Education, Politics, and Scholarship,” Detmer offers an extended defense of the work of radical historian Howard Zinn, author of the bestselling A People's Histo…
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In today's episode, Janice discusses the function of anger—what is happening in our bodies, and why do I get angry? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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In today's episode, Janice explores the topic of grief and what is the function of grief. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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“I Hate It Here, Please Vote For Me” with Matthew Ferrence
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Dr. Matthew Ferrence is an English professor at Allegheny College. In 2020, he ran for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in a deeply red district and lost badly. In his new book, “I Hate It Here, Please Vote For Me: Essays on Rural Political Decay,” Ferrence chronicles his election defeat to explore how the American political narratives ref…
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From Teen Rooms to Dorm Rooms: Navigating Responsibility and Freedom
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Ever wondered how your upbringing influences your parenting style? This episode takes a deep dive into the challenges and strategies of teaching teens responsibility and efficiency. Janice and Jane share relatable anecdotes about motivating teenagers to complete chores and the delicate balance of fostering independence without overstepping. We expl…
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In today's episode, Janice explores the function of denial and why we experience denial. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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In today's episode, Janice explores the function of tiredness and why we feel emotionally tired. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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“Armed Struggle?” with Gerald Horne
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Dr. Gerald Horne is Moores Professor of History and African-American Studies at the University of Houston. He is a renowned historian who has extensively researched and written about issues of racism, labor, politics, civil rights, and international relations. He has authored more than thirty books and numerous scholarly articles. Cornel West descr…
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Dumpster Diving: Advice Unleashed - Take it or Leave it?
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We are jumping feet first right into the fray! So often our friends and family call on us for advice and, well, why should they be on the only ones?? We want your stories, your questions, your real-time quandries! In the meantime, we're warming up our advice-giving chops with some samples from across social platforms. First up, Reddit! Listen in as…
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In today's episode, Janice explores sadness's function and why we sometimes feel sad. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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In today's episode, Janice explores the function of being overwhelmed and what happens in our bodies when we feel overwhelmed. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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In today's episode, Janice continues to talk about the function of anxiety, why we have anxiety and what it means to experience anxiety. I've split this conversation into two parts. Check out last week's episode for more of the conversation! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support…
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Summer Parenting Chronicles: Navigating Teen Boundaries, Relationship Hurdles, and Growth Opportunities
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Can managing teenagers during summer break really be a joyful experience? We kick off the summer (after a brief hiatus) of "Dumpster Diving with Janice and Jane" by sharing the pandemonium and side-splitting moments of having our kids home for the summer. From setting boundaries to keeping them entertained, and juggling work and relationships, we r…
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In today's episode, Janice talks about the function of anxiety, why we have anxiety and what it means to experience anxiety. I've split this conversation into two parts. Check out next week's episode for more of the conversation! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support…
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“If We Burn” with Vincent Bevins
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Vincent Bevins is an award-winning journalist. He reported for the Financial Times in London, then served as the Los Angeles Times' Brazil correspondent before covering Southeast Asia for the Washington Post. His first book, The Jakarta Method, came out in 2020 and was named one of the year's best books by the Financial Times and NPR. Today, we dis…
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“The Case for Palestine” with Dan Kovalik
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Daniel Kovalik is an American lawyer, human rights activist, author, and academic. He has been involved in various legal and human rights issues, particularly focusing on workers' rights, indigenous rights, and international law. In the book, “The Case for Palestine: Why It Matters and Why You Should Care,” Kovalik unveils the brutal realities of t…
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In today's episode, Janice shares that in this season, we will talk about the function of our feelings, why we have them, what most people experience and coping strategies to support our feelings. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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“More Than a Score” with Jesse Hagopian
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Jesse Hagopian is a high school teacher in Seattle, a union organizer, co-author of several books, and a powerful force in pushing back against the "over-testing" of students. Jesse’s writing has appeared in publications like The Seattle Times, The Nation, The Progressive, and his commentary on education and politics has been featured in Time magaz…
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In today's episode, Janice Lyons explores self-compassion and how it can help us care for ourselves. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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“They Came For The Schools” with Mike Hixenbaugh
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Our guest is Mike Hixenbaugh, senior investigative reporter for NBC News. He has been named a Pulitzer Prize finalist and won a Peabody Award for reporting on the battle over race, gender, and sexuality in American classrooms. “They Came for the Schools,” his first book, is the winner of the prestigious Lukas Work-in-Progress Award. We also discuss…
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In today's episode, Janice Lyons explores the idea of how to care for ourselves while changing our behaviour. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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Bridging the Gap: Unraveling Mental Health, Tackling Bullying, and Embracing Everyday Chaos
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In today's episode we cast our spotlight on mental health. We're breaking down the walls surrounding mental health awareness, particularly for TEENS and WOMEN, and challenging the notion that adults are the sole gatekeepers of support. With personal tales and a fierce desire to change the conversation, we address the need for early warning signs, t…
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In today's episode, Janice Lyons explores how to care for yourself when you need to focus. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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In today's episode, Janice Lyons explores how to care for ourselves when we are having a panic attack. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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Being Stepmom: Must Dos and Missteps
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The month we celebrate moms seems like the perfect time to address the complexities of step-parenting in blended families, a subject close to both our hearts as stepmoms. This episode unearths the realities that debunk the wicked stepparent stereotype, revealing the compassion and strategy that goes into creating a strong and united family unit. We…
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“The Bill Gates Problem” with Tim Schwab
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Our guest on this podcast is investigative journalist Tim Schwab. His book, “The Bill Gates Problem: Reckoning with the Myth of the Good Billionaire.” It is a definitive critique of Bill Gates and other billionaires who use their immense wealth to forge into the world of unaccountable power philanthropy. Order the book: The Bill Gates Problem https…
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In today's episode, Janice explores what self-care is not and how to build upon practice to create what self-care is. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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“Poetry – Take 3!” with Janice O’Mahony
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In this podcast, our guest is a poet, Pat’s sister, Janice O’Mahony. She lives on Whidbey Island, Washington, and has immersed herself in the community's creative environment. Janice has always been creative, but once she retired, she focused on being a “poet.” She has published her works in journals and books and spends much of her time honing her…
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“The Fantasy Economy” & “The Education Myth” with Neil Kraus & Jon Shelton
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This podcast examines education policies, history, and reform from two academics; Dr. Neil Kraus, is Professor of Political Science at the University of Wisconsin, River Falls. His book, The Fantasy Economy: Neoliberalism, Inequality, and the Education Reform challenges the basic assumptions of the education reform movement. Dr. Jon Shelton is Asso…
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In today's episode, Janice Lyons explores self-care and feedback and how to use grounding techniques when receiving feedback. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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Between the Dumpsters: Minisode 1
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We bet you have totally wondered how we decide what topics to tackle from week to week and month to month....right?? We got you! It's time for a look behind the scenes at the crazy that happens as we're planning for future episodes. It's not always pretty. It's not always organized. But it absolutely works for us. Come along for the ride...and reme…
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In today's episode, Janice Lyons explores how to create self-care routines for work-life balance. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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In today's episode, Janice Lyons explores self care for when we are knocked out of our window of tolerance. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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“Wall Street’s War on Workers” with Les Leopold
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Les Leopold’s book, “Wall Street’s War on Workers: How Mass Layoffs and Greed Are Destroying the Working Class and What to Do About It,” connects the dots between long-term trends in corporate capitalism and the last 50 years of neoliberal attacks on the working class. He shows the direct relationship between deregulation, predatory private equity …
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In today's episode, Janice Lyons explores practical self-care when we are feeling anxious. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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In today's episode, Janice Lyons explores what it means to care for ourselves when we talk about self-care. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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Update on the Julian Assange Trial with Kevin Gosztola
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Kevin Gosztola’s book, “Guilty of Journalism,” is an essential guide to the case against WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange. As a journalist, Kevin has been reporting on Julian Assange for more than a decade and returns to our podcast to discuss London's High Court recent decision regarding his extradition to the United States. This is an important m…
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Shared Stories: Considering the power of Giving and Receiving
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Navigating the dance of give and take in human relationships is no easy feat, yet it's a waltz we explore with finesse and honesty. Through personal anecdotes and reflections on inspirational works like "The Go-Giver," we unpack the art of vulnerability and the significance of being open to both giving and receiving. It's a conversation that will s…
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She's a Badass: Women in Rock Shaping Feminism with Katherine Yeske Taylor
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Today, our guest is Kathrine Yeske Taylor, a rock journalist who has interviewed hundreds of musicians. In her book, “She’s a Badass,” Taylor focuses on twenty significant women in rock such as Ann Wilson, Joan Osborne, Paula Cole, Suzi Quatro, Orianthi and more. She devotes an entire chapter to each one, taking an in-depth look at the incredible t…
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“Trauma & Recovery” and “Truth & Repair” with Judith Herman
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Today, our guest is Dr. Judith Herman, one of America’s most influential psychiatrists and a professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. She received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies and is a distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association. Today, we discuss two of h…
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FIRESIDE CHAT ALERT! Pet Peeves Unleashed: Tales of Tiny Triggers, Cleanup Chronicles, and Embracing Life's Quirks
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Ever been so annoyed by something small that you surprised yourself with the intensity of your reaction? That's where our latest episode takes off, hand in hand with our friend Kyle— a carpet cleaning maestro with a unique aversion to pet-pee-tainted footwear. This LOL discussion peels back the layers of those tiny triggers that set us off, reveali…
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Parenting at the Helm: Fostering Independence, Confidence, and Emotional Intelligence in Our Children’s Lives
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This episode we dig deeper into the realm of parenting styles. Building from our lawnmower to lighthouse parenting episode, we unravel the delicate art of balancing protection with independence, and how these choices shape our children's confidence and emotional intelligence. We explore how our parenting approach is sending silent signals to your k…
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Parenting Journeys: Ditch the Lawn Mower - Be the Lighthouse!
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Navigating the intricate dance of parenting, we go beyond the surface to dissect styles that leave lasting imprints on our little ones. With Rose's narrative paving the way, we delve into the psychological intricacies of transactional analysis to illuminate how ego states influence our relationships. Whether recounting the trials and triumphs of 'l…
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In today's episode, Janice Lyons explores how anxiety can affect therapy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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“Guilty of Journalism: The political case against Julian Assange” with Kevin Gosztola
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Kevin Gosztola, has spent the last decade covering Julian Assange, WikiLeaks, and the wider war on whistleblowers and journalists. His book, “Guilty of Journalism” offers a balanced and comprehensive perspective on all the events leading up to what press freedom advocates have called the trial of the century. Noam Chomsky noted that Kevin’s book is…
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Journeys in parenting: Rose Chang's Perspective on Letting Go and Holding On
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Have you ever felt the tug-of-war between nurturing your child's independence and the instinct to take the reins? Our friend, Rose Chang, scientist, entrepreneur, and mother, joins us to share her riveting journey through the intricate maze of modern parenting. Together, we peel back the layers of laughter, tears, and the invaluable lessons learned…
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In today's episode, Janice Lyons explores the purpose of the therapeutic relationship and the different types of support that can be found in a therapeutic relationship. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofacounsellor/support
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