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Find out more about Empathia at <a href="http://www.empathia.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.empathia.com</a>.]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/5783924/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Mental Health</category><copyright>Copyright Empathia</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg</url><title>OnTopic with Empathia</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/show/ontopic-with-empathia</link></image><lastBuildDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:05:05 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Empathia</itunes:name><itunes:email>info@empathia.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>Welcome to OnTopic by Empathia, a podcast dedicated to overcoming overwhelming challenges in times of uncertainty.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to OnTopic by Empathia, a podcast dedicated to overcoming challenges in times of uncertainty. We’ll be talking to industry experts from a wide variety of fields to explore the issues of the day and steps individuals and organizations can take to become more resilient. <br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more about Empathia at <a href="http://www.empathia.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.empathia.com</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Health &amp; Fitness"><itunes:category text="Mental Health"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Education"><itunes:category text="Self-Improvement"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Kids &amp; Family"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><podcast:guid>f8af423b-f70b-5a4e-8015-c634b27d22d5</podcast:guid><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Episode 79: Communicating in a Crisis with Chris McCloud &amp; TJ Winick, Part 2</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-79-communicating-in-a-crisis-with-chris-mccloud-tj-winick-part-2--74880247</link><description><![CDATA[Having a crisis communication plan sitting in a binder isn't enough. When the pressure hits, organizations need people who know exactly what to do, who has authority to speak, and how to communicate with both compassion and credibility.<br /><br />In Part 2 of their conversation, Michelle Colosimo, Chris McCloud, and TJ Winick dive into the practical side of crisis communication—including how to support employees and victims, balance legal concerns with the court of public opinion, select and prepare the right spokesperson, and test your plan before it's needed.<br /><br />The conversation also tackles one of the biggest misconceptions in crisis response: does showing empathy or apologizing automatically create legal liability?<br /><br />Chris and TJ explain why legal and communications teams need to work together from the very beginning, why organizations can't manufacture trust once a crisis begins, and why practicing under pressure can expose weaknesses that a written plan never will.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74880247</guid><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74880247/ot_ep_79_audio.mp3" length="20670015" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1516f604-f93b-4687-9d94-fcfabba0b1b6/1516f604-f93b-4687-9d94-fcfabba0b1b6.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1516f604-f93b-4687-9d94-fcfabba0b1b6/1516f604-f93b-4687-9d94-fcfabba0b1b6.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1516f604-f93b-4687-9d94-fcfabba0b1b6/1516f604-f93b-4687-9d94-fcfabba0b1b6.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Having a crisis communication plan sitting in a binder isn't enough. When the pressure hits, organizations need people who know exactly what to do, who has authority to speak, and how to communicate with both compassion and credibility.

In Part 2 of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Having a crisis communication plan sitting in a binder isn't enough. When the pressure hits, organizations need people who know exactly what to do, who has authority to speak, and how to communicate with both compassion and credibility.<br /><br />In Part 2 of their conversation, Michelle Colosimo, Chris McCloud, and TJ Winick dive into the practical side of crisis communication—including how to support employees and victims, balance legal concerns with the court of public opinion, select and prepare the right spokesperson, and test your plan before it's needed.<br /><br />The conversation also tackles one of the biggest misconceptions in crisis response: does showing empathy or apologizing automatically create legal liability?<br /><br />Chris and TJ explain why legal and communications teams need to work together from the very beginning, why organizations can't manufacture trust once a crisis begins, and why practicing under pressure can expose weaknesses that a written plan never will.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1287</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>communications,corporatecommunication,crisiscommunication,crisisleadership,crisismanagement,crisispreparedness,crisisresponse,empathyinleadership,leadership,leadershipcommunication,ontopicwithempathia,organizationaltrust,prstrategy,publicrelations,reputationcapital,reputationmanagement,riskmanagement,stakeholdercommunication,strategiccommunication,trustbuilding</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 78: Communicating in a Crisis with Chris McCloud &amp; TJ Winick, Part 1</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-78-communicating-in-a-crisis-with-chris-mccloud-tj-winick-part-1--74488418</link><description><![CDATA[When a crisis hits, you may have minutes—not days—to respond. What you say, how quickly you say it, and who says it can determine whether your organization earns trust or loses it.<br /><br />In this episode of On Topic with Empathia, Michelle Colosimo sits down with crisis communication experts Chris McCloud and TJ Winick, two former journalists who have spent decades covering and managing some of the most challenging moments organizations can face. They break down what leaders need to know when the first hour of a crisis arrives—including why speed often matters more than perfection, why employees should hear from their organization before they hear from the media, and why empathy should come before information.<br /><br />The question isn't whether your organization will face a crisis. It's whether you'll be ready when it happens.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74488418</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74488418/ot_ep_78_audio.mp3" length="26121253" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1a40bb23-33ea-4d22-860d-bdf71eda1107/1a40bb23-33ea-4d22-860d-bdf71eda1107.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1a40bb23-33ea-4d22-860d-bdf71eda1107/1a40bb23-33ea-4d22-860d-bdf71eda1107.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1a40bb23-33ea-4d22-860d-bdf71eda1107/1a40bb23-33ea-4d22-860d-bdf71eda1107.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>When a crisis hits, you may have minutes—not days—to respond. What you say, how quickly you say it, and who says it can determine whether your organization earns trust or loses it.

In this episode of On Topic with Empathia, Michelle Colosimo sits...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[When a crisis hits, you may have minutes—not days—to respond. What you say, how quickly you say it, and who says it can determine whether your organization earns trust or loses it.<br /><br />In this episode of On Topic with Empathia, Michelle Colosimo sits down with crisis communication experts Chris McCloud and TJ Winick, two former journalists who have spent decades covering and managing some of the most challenging moments organizations can face. They break down what leaders need to know when the first hour of a crisis arrives—including why speed often matters more than perfection, why employees should hear from their organization before they hear from the media, and why empathy should come before information.<br /><br />The question isn't whether your organization will face a crisis. It's whether you'll be ready when it happens.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1628</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>communications,corporatecommunication,crisiscommunication,crisisleadership,crisismanagement,crisispreparedness,crisisresponse,empathyinleadership,leadership,leadershipcommunication,ontopicwithempathia,organizationaltrust,prstrategy,publicrelations,reputationcapital,reputationmanagement,riskmanagement,stakeholdercommunication,strategiccommunication,trustbuilding</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 77: Learning To Live Again After Trauma with John Alan Sebald, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-77-learning-to-live-again-after-trauma-with-john-alan-sebald-part-two--72489376</link><description><![CDATA[What happens when a life-altering medical crisis forces you to completely reinvent who you are? In part two of our conversation with author John Sebald, we dive deep into the emotional aftermath of trauma and the surprising burden of survival guilt. John shares how he shifted his mindset from being a victim to embracing a new identity as a guide for others as we explore the profound, brain-wiring science of daily gratitude, the illusion of control, and how a literal bag of cut-off hospital clothes transformed from a symbol of pain into a source of immense power. If you are currently stuck in a dark place, this episode is a powerful reminder that you are not alone, you are not crazy, and there is always hope.<br /><br />Find out more about John's story and get your copy of 'Live Again!' at https://a.co/d/08wXKN6J<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72489376</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72489376/ot_ep_77_audio_live_again_p2.mp3" length="30891549" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/62fd091b-b2ce-40df-bb22-728ed65dc04c/62fd091b-b2ce-40df-bb22-728ed65dc04c.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/62fd091b-b2ce-40df-bb22-728ed65dc04c/62fd091b-b2ce-40df-bb22-728ed65dc04c.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/62fd091b-b2ce-40df-bb22-728ed65dc04c/62fd091b-b2ce-40df-bb22-728ed65dc04c.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What happens when a life-altering medical crisis forces you to completely reinvent who you are? In part two of our conversation with author John Sebald, we dive deep into the emotional aftermath of trauma and the surprising burden of survival guilt....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What happens when a life-altering medical crisis forces you to completely reinvent who you are? In part two of our conversation with author John Sebald, we dive deep into the emotional aftermath of trauma and the surprising burden of survival guilt. John shares how he shifted his mindset from being a victim to embracing a new identity as a guide for others as we explore the profound, brain-wiring science of daily gratitude, the illusion of control, and how a literal bag of cut-off hospital clothes transformed from a symbol of pain into a source of immense power. If you are currently stuck in a dark place, this episode is a powerful reminder that you are not alone, you are not crazy, and there is always hope.<br /><br />Find out more about John's story and get your copy of 'Live Again!' at https://a.co/d/08wXKN6J<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1926</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>chooseyourhard,dailygratitude,empathia,findthebeauty,givehope,listennow,liveagain,mentalhealthmatters,newepisodealert,ontopicpodcast,overcomingadversity,passitforward,posttraumaticgrowth,practicegratitude,ptsdrecovery,reachoutforhelp,resiliencemindset,subscribenow,tameyourfeelings,youarenotalone</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 76: Learning To Live Again After Trauma with John Alan Sebald, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-76-learning-to-live-again-after-trauma-with-john-alan-sebald-part-one--72216392</link><description><![CDATA[Life can change in an instant. For John Alan Sebald, that instant came on Valentine’s Day in 2021 when he tragically choked and suffered a non-shockable form of cardiac arrest right on his kitchen floor. Minutes away from being gone for good, a series of extraordinary miracles and fast-acting first responders brought him back to life. But as John quickly learned, walking out of the hospital was only the beginning of a much longer, hidden battle with PTSD, severe anxiety, and survival mode. In this powerful episode, host Kelly Parbs sits down with John, author of 'Live Again!: The Road Back from Burnout, Brokenness, and the Battles that No One Sees' to unpack his incredible journey of physical and emotional transformation.<br /><br /><br />Find out more about John's story and get your copy of 'Live Again!' at https://a.co/d/08wXKN6J<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72216392</guid><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72216392/ot_ep_76_audio_live_again_p1.mp3" length="37857787" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0c3ceca6-b69c-432a-b858-50a72de82f15/0c3ceca6-b69c-432a-b858-50a72de82f15.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0c3ceca6-b69c-432a-b858-50a72de82f15/0c3ceca6-b69c-432a-b858-50a72de82f15.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0c3ceca6-b69c-432a-b858-50a72de82f15/0c3ceca6-b69c-432a-b858-50a72de82f15.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Life can change in an instant. For John Alan Sebald, that instant came on Valentine’s Day in 2021 when he tragically choked and suffered a non-shockable form of cardiac arrest right on his kitchen floor. Minutes away from being gone for good, a series...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Life can change in an instant. For John Alan Sebald, that instant came on Valentine’s Day in 2021 when he tragically choked and suffered a non-shockable form of cardiac arrest right on his kitchen floor. Minutes away from being gone for good, a series of extraordinary miracles and fast-acting first responders brought him back to life. But as John quickly learned, walking out of the hospital was only the beginning of a much longer, hidden battle with PTSD, severe anxiety, and survival mode. In this powerful episode, host Kelly Parbs sits down with John, author of 'Live Again!: The Road Back from Burnout, Brokenness, and the Battles that No One Sees' to unpack his incredible journey of physical and emotional transformation.<br /><br /><br />Find out more about John's story and get your copy of 'Live Again!' at https://a.co/d/08wXKN6J<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2362</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>battlesnoonesees,builtinpharmacy,cardiacarrestsurvivor,chooseyourhard,empathia,griefandloss,lawsofnature,liveagain,mentalhealthmatters,mindfulnutrition,miraclesurvivor,movementismedicine,ontopicpodcast,overcomingburnout,personaltransformation,ptsdawareness,resiliencejourney,sleepisawonderdrug,supportsystems,traumarecovery</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 75: Mind Over Matter: What is Mental Health? with Robert Biggs, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-75-mind-over-matter-what-is-mental-health-with-robert-biggs-part-two--71594696</link><description><![CDATA[Wellness is often treated as a destination we "arrive" at, but in reality, it is a practice built through small, consistent actions. In this episode, host Kelly Parbs continues her conversation with Robert Biggs to explore how sustainable wellness is achieved by bridging the gap between physical health and emotional resilience. Tune in to hear Robert's share his personal 'renaissance' story when he added just one hour of rest to his sleep schedule, along with his thoughts on the impact of nutrition, the gut-brain connection, emotional regulation, and actionable strategies for setting incremental, reasonable goals in sleep, exercise, and nutrition. Remember, self-care isn't selfish - it's essential.<br /><br />Find out more about Robert and his work at Wellworks at https://www.wellworksforyou.com. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71594696</guid><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71594696/ot_ep_75_audio_wellness_p2.mp3" length="24256451" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Wellness is often treated as a destination we "arrive" at, but in reality, it is a practice built through small, consistent actions. In this episode, host Kelly Parbs continues her conversation with Robert Biggs to explore how sustainable wellness is...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Wellness is often treated as a destination we "arrive" at, but in reality, it is a practice built through small, consistent actions. In this episode, host Kelly Parbs continues her conversation with Robert Biggs to explore how sustainable wellness is achieved by bridging the gap between physical health and emotional resilience. Tune in to hear Robert's share his personal 'renaissance' story when he added just one hour of rest to his sleep schedule, along with his thoughts on the impact of nutrition, the gut-brain connection, emotional regulation, and actionable strategies for setting incremental, reasonable goals in sleep, exercise, and nutrition. Remember, self-care isn't selfish - it's essential.<br /><br />Find out more about Robert and his work at Wellworks at https://www.wellworksforyou.com. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1512</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>breakthestigma,burnoutprevention,dailyhabits,emotionalintelligence,emotionalregulation,functioningwell,healthadvocate,holistichealth,intentionalliving,mentalhealthawareness,mindsetmatters,movementislife,ontopicpodcast,proactivehealth,resilience,selfcarepractice,stressmanagement,sustainablewellness,wellnessjourney,wellnesstips</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 74: Mind Over Matter: What is Mental Health? with Robert Biggs, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-74-mind-over-matter-what-is-mental-health-with-robert-biggs-part-one--71242036</link><description><![CDATA[In a world where the word "wellness" is thrown around as a marketing tagline for everything from apps to spiritual retreats, it’s easy for the true meaning of health to get lost in the noise. Join host Kelly Parbs, a licensed clinical social worker, as she sits down with Robert Biggs, wellness expert and account manager at Wellworks, to strip away the jargon and uncover what it actually takes to build a sustainable, resilient life. Robert shares his "movement is life" philosophy—backed by his background in applied physiology—and explains why mental wellness is the "guiding factor" for every other aspect of our health in this deep dive into the often-overlooked connection between mental perception and physical health. <br /><br />Find out more about Robert and his work at Wellworks at https://www.wellworksforyou.com. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71242036</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71242036/ot_ep_74_audio_wellness_p1.mp3" length="33324050" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In a world where the word "wellness" is thrown around as a marketing tagline for everything from apps to spiritual retreats, it’s easy for the true meaning of health to get lost in the noise. Join host Kelly Parbs, a licensed clinical social worker,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In a world where the word "wellness" is thrown around as a marketing tagline for everything from apps to spiritual retreats, it’s easy for the true meaning of health to get lost in the noise. Join host Kelly Parbs, a licensed clinical social worker, as she sits down with Robert Biggs, wellness expert and account manager at Wellworks, to strip away the jargon and uncover what it actually takes to build a sustainable, resilient life. Robert shares his "movement is life" philosophy—backed by his background in applied physiology—and explains why mental wellness is the "guiding factor" for every other aspect of our health in this deep dive into the often-overlooked connection between mental perception and physical health. <br /><br />Find out more about Robert and his work at Wellworks at https://www.wellworksforyou.com. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2079</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>breakthestigma,burnoutprevention,dailyhabits,emotionalintelligence,emotionalregulation,functioningwell,healthadvocate,holistichealth,intentionalliving,mentalhealthawareness,mindsetmatters,movementislife,ontopicpodcast,proactivehealth,resilience,selfcarepractice,stressmanagement,sustainablewellness,wellnessjourney,wellnesstips</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 73: The Hail Mary Pregnancy: Faith, Cancer, and a Surrogacy Miracle with Jess &amp; Paige, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-73-the-hail-mary-pregnancy-faith-cancer-and-a-surrogacy-miracle-with-jess-paige-part-two--70784696</link><description><![CDATA[In this follow-up to our heartwarming sit-down with Jess and Paige, we dive deeper into the logistical and emotional hurdles that define the surrogacy journey. While their story resulted in the birth of sweet baby Dawson, the path was paved with high-stakes medical prep, ethical dilemmas, and a literal blizzard. From spicy confrontations with hospital triage teams to a three-hour dash through a snowstorm, find out how the duo managed the chaos of a birth that happened exactly on the due date as we continue this candid conversation on resilience, the importance of asking for what you need, and the special people in our lives who can help to make miracles possible.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70784696</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70784696/ot_ep_73_audio_surrogacy_p2.mp3" length="33828974" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this follow-up to our heartwarming sit-down with Jess and Paige, we dive deeper into the logistical and emotional hurdles that define the surrogacy journey. While their story resulted in the birth of sweet baby Dawson, the path was paved with...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this follow-up to our heartwarming sit-down with Jess and Paige, we dive deeper into the logistical and emotional hurdles that define the surrogacy journey. While their story resulted in the birth of sweet baby Dawson, the path was paved with high-stakes medical prep, ethical dilemmas, and a literal blizzard. From spicy confrontations with hospital triage teams to a three-hour dash through a snowstorm, find out how the duo managed the chaos of a birth that happened exactly on the due date as we continue this candid conversation on resilience, the importance of asking for what you need, and the special people in our lives who can help to make miracles possible.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2110</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>cancer,counseling,diagnosis,embryo,empathia,fertility,hail,marriage,mary,media,motherhood,ontopic,options,parenting,pregnancy,social,stigma,surrogacy,treatment,wisconsin</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 72: The Hail Mary Pregnancy: Faith, Cancer, and a Surrogacy Miracle with Jess &amp; Paige, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-72-the-hail-mary-pregnancy-faith-cancer-and-a-surrogacy-miracle-with-jess-paige-part-one--70514846</link><description><![CDATA[Life rarely follows the script we’ve written for ourselves. In this moving episode of OnTopic with Empathia, host Kelly Parbs sits down with Jess and Paige, two women whose lives became inextricably linked through an extraordinary surrogacy journey born out of resilience and faith. Following Jess' stage four triple-negative breast cancer diagnosis, the odds of giving her daughter a sibling were astronomically small - until she met Paige, a local mother of four who had felt a calling towards surrogacy. In Part One of their conversation, discover how Jess and Paige met via social media, exploring their shared feelings before ultimately deciding to take a leap of faith in embracing surrogacy as a path to motherhood. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70514846</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70514846/ot_ep_72_audio_surrogacy_p1.mp3" length="34715944" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Life rarely follows the script we’ve written for ourselves. In this moving episode of OnTopic with Empathia, host Kelly Parbs sits down with Jess and Paige, two women whose lives became inextricably linked through an extraordinary surrogacy journey...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Life rarely follows the script we’ve written for ourselves. In this moving episode of OnTopic with Empathia, host Kelly Parbs sits down with Jess and Paige, two women whose lives became inextricably linked through an extraordinary surrogacy journey born out of resilience and faith. Following Jess' stage four triple-negative breast cancer diagnosis, the odds of giving her daughter a sibling were astronomically small - until she met Paige, a local mother of four who had felt a calling towards surrogacy. In Part One of their conversation, discover how Jess and Paige met via social media, exploring their shared feelings before ultimately deciding to take a leap of faith in embracing surrogacy as a path to motherhood. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2166</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>cancer,counseling,diagnosis,embryo,empathia,fertility,hail,marriage,mary,media,motherhood,ontopic,options,parenting,pregnancy,social,stigma,surrogacy,treatment,wisconsin</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 71: Second Chances in Prison Reform with Dr. Buck Blodgett, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-71-second-chances-in-prison-reform-with-dr-buck-blodgett-part-two--68906003</link><description><![CDATA[Forgiveness isn't just a choice - it's a daily exercise. That's how Dr. Buck Blodgett sees it anyway - the founder of the LOVE&gt;hate project, Dr. Buck and his team have been working in prisons all over the country to offer inmates a new lease on life. In Part Two of their conversation, Buck reveals a few key stories from real inmates inside the program, and how just two simple steps in practicing true forgiveness can rewire the way we all treat one another. <br /><br />Find out more about The LOVE&gt;hate Project at https://www.theloveisgreaterthanhateproject.com.<br /><br /><b>Resource Links: </b><b></b><br /><ul><li> Listen to Dr. Blodgett's Previous Episodes of OnTopic with Empathia Eps. 24 + 25 - https://www.empathia.com/ontopic-podcast/</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on DATELINE NBC - https://www.metacritic.com/tv/dateline-nbc/season-23/episode-21-obsession/</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on AMERICAN MONSTER - https://tubitv.com/tv-shows/200050998/s01-e04-sing-for-the-camera</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on CRIME WATCH DAILY - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AY5rZTdjlCw&amp;list=PLKaW-zbqoo11M_TgaukDTKoPa7ejnsG_r&amp;index=7</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on MURDERED BY MORNING - https://www.oxygen.com/murdered-by-morning/crime-news/jessie-blodgett-murder-buck-blodgett-forgive-love-hate-advocacy</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on OUTLORE with Eleanor Neale - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_EX3-ffoXHg&amp;t=31s</li></ul>Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68906003</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68906003/ot_ep_71_audio_second_chances_with_dr_blodgett_p2.mp3" length="27844448" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Forgiveness isn't just a choice - it's a daily exercise. That's how Dr. Buck Blodgett sees it anyway - the founder of the LOVE&amp;gt;hate project, Dr. Buck and his team have been working in prisons all over the country to offer inmates a new lease on...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Forgiveness isn't just a choice - it's a daily exercise. That's how Dr. Buck Blodgett sees it anyway - the founder of the LOVE&gt;hate project, Dr. Buck and his team have been working in prisons all over the country to offer inmates a new lease on life. In Part Two of their conversation, Buck reveals a few key stories from real inmates inside the program, and how just two simple steps in practicing true forgiveness can rewire the way we all treat one another. <br /><br />Find out more about The LOVE&gt;hate Project at https://www.theloveisgreaterthanhateproject.com.<br /><br /><b>Resource Links: </b><b></b><br /><ul><li> Listen to Dr. Blodgett's Previous Episodes of OnTopic with Empathia Eps. 24 + 25 - https://www.empathia.com/ontopic-podcast/</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on DATELINE NBC - https://www.metacritic.com/tv/dateline-nbc/season-23/episode-21-obsession/</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on AMERICAN MONSTER - https://tubitv.com/tv-shows/200050998/s01-e04-sing-for-the-camera</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on CRIME WATCH DAILY - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AY5rZTdjlCw&amp;list=PLKaW-zbqoo11M_TgaukDTKoPa7ejnsG_r&amp;index=7</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on MURDERED BY MORNING - https://www.oxygen.com/murdered-by-morning/crime-news/jessie-blodgett-murder-buck-blodgett-forgive-love-hate-advocacy</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on OUTLORE with Eleanor Neale - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_EX3-ffoXHg&amp;t=31s</li></ul>Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1737</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>acceptance,anger,blodgett,buck,empathia,empathy,enright,forgiveness,hate,incarceration,inmate,jail,love,ontopic,prison,project,recidivism,reform,study,therapy</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 70: Second Chances in Prison Reform with Dr. Buck Blodgett, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-70-second-chances-in-prison-reform-with-dr-buck-blodgett-part-one--68684016</link><description><![CDATA[Everybody deserves a second chance... right? It's easy to say mistakes happen when it comes to the little things, but some times events transpire that can often feel unforgivable. Just take it from Dr. Buck Blodgett - keen listeners may recall his last appearance on OnTopic when he and Kelly talked about the tragic events that led to him starting The LOVE&gt;hate Project, an organization dedicated ending interpersonal violence and promoting forgiveness all over the country. Now, Dr. Blodgett's expanded his reach to the national prison system, where he and his team have begun to meet with inmates from all walks of life to begin working towards unraveling what often makes them so frustrated with the system today - and how he and his team are changing hearts and minds for the better. <br /><br />Find out more about The LOVE&gt;hate Project at https://www.theloveisgreaterthanhateproject.com.<br /><br /><b>Resource Links: </b><b></b><br /><ul><li> Listen to Dr. Blodgett's Previous Episodes of OnTopic with Empathia Eps. 24 + 25 - https://www.empathia.com/ontopic-podcast/</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on DATELINE NBC - https://www.metacritic.com/tv/dateline-nbc/season-23/episode-21-obsession/</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on AMERICAN MONSTER - https://tubitv.com/tv-shows/200050998/s01-e04-sing-for-the-camera</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on CRIME WATCH DAILY - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AY5rZTdjlCw&amp;list=PLKaW-zbqoo11M_TgaukDTKoPa7ejnsG_r&amp;index=7</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on MURDERED BY MORNING - https://www.oxygen.com/murdered-by-morning/crime-news/jessie-blodgett-murder-buck-blodgett-forgive-love-hate-advocacy</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on OUTLORE with Eleanor Neale - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_EX3-ffoXHg&amp;t=31s</li></ul>Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68684016</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68684016/ot_ep_70_audio_second_chances_with_dr_blodgett_p1.mp3" length="37946779" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Everybody deserves a second chance... right? It's easy to say mistakes happen when it comes to the little things, but some times events transpire that can often feel unforgivable. Just take it from Dr. Buck Blodgett - keen listeners may recall his...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Everybody deserves a second chance... right? It's easy to say mistakes happen when it comes to the little things, but some times events transpire that can often feel unforgivable. Just take it from Dr. Buck Blodgett - keen listeners may recall his last appearance on OnTopic when he and Kelly talked about the tragic events that led to him starting The LOVE&gt;hate Project, an organization dedicated ending interpersonal violence and promoting forgiveness all over the country. Now, Dr. Blodgett's expanded his reach to the national prison system, where he and his team have begun to meet with inmates from all walks of life to begin working towards unraveling what often makes them so frustrated with the system today - and how he and his team are changing hearts and minds for the better. <br /><br />Find out more about The LOVE&gt;hate Project at https://www.theloveisgreaterthanhateproject.com.<br /><br /><b>Resource Links: </b><b></b><br /><ul><li> Listen to Dr. Blodgett's Previous Episodes of OnTopic with Empathia Eps. 24 + 25 - https://www.empathia.com/ontopic-podcast/</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on DATELINE NBC - https://www.metacritic.com/tv/dateline-nbc/season-23/episode-21-obsession/</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on AMERICAN MONSTER - https://tubitv.com/tv-shows/200050998/s01-e04-sing-for-the-camera</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on CRIME WATCH DAILY - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AY5rZTdjlCw&amp;list=PLKaW-zbqoo11M_TgaukDTKoPa7ejnsG_r&amp;index=7</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on MURDERED BY MORNING - https://www.oxygen.com/murdered-by-morning/crime-news/jessie-blodgett-murder-buck-blodgett-forgive-love-hate-advocacy</li><li>Dr. Blodgett on OUTLORE with Eleanor Neale - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_EX3-ffoXHg&amp;t=31s</li></ul>Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2368</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>acceptance,anger,blodgett,buck,empathia,empathy,enright,forgiveness,hate,incarceration,inmate,jail,love,ontopic,prison,project,recidivism,reform,study,therapy</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 69: How Should We Care? Navigating Elder Care with Carrie Crawley, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-69-how-should-we-care-navigating-elder-care-with-carrie-crawley-part-two--68005627</link><description><![CDATA[How do you take care of an aging parent? What about your own future? As we age our bodies tend to break down, unless we start to take the steps necessary to keep us going. In Part Two of their conversation on aging and elder care, Kelly and Carrie Crawley reveal a few key methods to ensuring you can take care of your loved ones in an affordable, accommodating manner regardless of their situation, and how you can start to implement some healthy habits that will help you down the line too. <br /><br /><b>Resource Links: </b><b></b><br /><ul><li>AARP Learning - https://learn.aarp.org/</li><li>ADRC-Aging and Disability Resource Center - https://acl.gov/programs/aging-and-disability-networks/aging-and-disability-resource-centers</li><li>Medicare Care Compare - https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/</li><li>WHAT IS DEMENTIA? - http://alzheimers.org.uk/Facts_about_dementia/What_is_dementia/</li><li>TYPES OF DEMENTIA - https://www.helpforalzheimersfamilies.com/alzheimers-dementia-education/</li><li>THE ALZHEIMER’S FOUNDATION OF AMERICA - http://www.alzfdn.org/AboutUs/missionstatement.html</li><li>NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON AGING -https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/memory-and-thinking-whats-normal-and-whats-not</li></ul>Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68005627</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 05:05:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68005627/ot_ep_69_audio_carrie_crawley_p2.mp3" length="38174175" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>How do you take care of an aging parent? What about your own future? As we age our bodies tend to break down, unless we start to take the steps necessary to keep us going. In Part Two of their conversation on aging and elder care, Kelly and Carrie...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[How do you take care of an aging parent? What about your own future? As we age our bodies tend to break down, unless we start to take the steps necessary to keep us going. In Part Two of their conversation on aging and elder care, Kelly and Carrie Crawley reveal a few key methods to ensuring you can take care of your loved ones in an affordable, accommodating manner regardless of their situation, and how you can start to implement some healthy habits that will help you down the line too. <br /><br /><b>Resource Links: </b><b></b><br /><ul><li>AARP Learning - https://learn.aarp.org/</li><li>ADRC-Aging and Disability Resource Center - https://acl.gov/programs/aging-and-disability-networks/aging-and-disability-resource-centers</li><li>Medicare Care Compare - https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/</li><li>WHAT IS DEMENTIA? - http://alzheimers.org.uk/Facts_about_dementia/What_is_dementia/</li><li>TYPES OF DEMENTIA - https://www.helpforalzheimersfamilies.com/alzheimers-dementia-education/</li><li>THE ALZHEIMER’S FOUNDATION OF AMERICA - http://www.alzfdn.org/AboutUs/missionstatement.html</li><li>NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON AGING -https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/memory-and-thinking-whats-normal-and-whats-not</li></ul>Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2383</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>aarp,adrc,aging,alzheimers,care,caregiver,carriecrawley,dementia,eldercare,financial,howto,medicaid,medicare,memory,nursing,old,planning,resources,retirement,senior</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 68: How Should We Care? Navigating Elder Care with Carrie Crawley, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-68-how-should-we-care-navigating-elder-care-with-carrie-crawley-part-one--67855851</link><description><![CDATA[Caring for aging loved ones is one of the most meaningful, and often one of the most challenging roles any of us will take on. It raises questions about health, independence, finances, and how to balance caregiving with the rest of life. And while every family's journey looks different, the need for support and good information is universal. Just take it from Carrie Crawley, an elder care and aging life specialist who's dedicated her work to helping families prepare for and manage the realities of aging. In Part One of their conversation, Carrie and Kelly dig into the real challenges of planning for, paying for, and implementing elder care in the lives of not only our loved ones - but in our own lives as well.  <br /><br /><b>Resource Links: </b><b></b><br /><ul><li>AARP Learning - https://learn.aarp.org/</li><li>ADRC-Aging and Disability Resource Center - https://acl.gov/programs/aging-and-disability-networks/aging-and-disability-resource-centers</li><li>Medicare Care Compare - https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/</li><li>WHAT IS DEMENTIA? - http://alzheimers.org.uk/Facts_about_dementia/What_is_dementia/</li><li>TYPES OF DEMENTIA - https://www.helpforalzheimersfamilies.com/alzheimers-dementia-education/</li><li>THE ALZHEIMER’S FOUNDATION OF AMERICA - http://www.alzfdn.org/AboutUs/missionstatement.html</li><li>NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON AGING -https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/memory-and-thinking-whats-normal-and-whats-not</li></ul>Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67855851</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 05:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67855851/ot_ep_68_audio_how_should_we_care_navigating_elder_care_with_carrie_crawley_p1.mp3" length="38556021" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Caring for aging loved ones is one of the most meaningful, and often one of the most challenging roles any of us will take on. It raises questions about health, independence, finances, and how to balance caregiving with the rest of life. And while...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Caring for aging loved ones is one of the most meaningful, and often one of the most challenging roles any of us will take on. It raises questions about health, independence, finances, and how to balance caregiving with the rest of life. And while every family's journey looks different, the need for support and good information is universal. Just take it from Carrie Crawley, an elder care and aging life specialist who's dedicated her work to helping families prepare for and manage the realities of aging. In Part One of their conversation, Carrie and Kelly dig into the real challenges of planning for, paying for, and implementing elder care in the lives of not only our loved ones - but in our own lives as well.  <br /><br /><b>Resource Links: </b><b></b><br /><ul><li>AARP Learning - https://learn.aarp.org/</li><li>ADRC-Aging and Disability Resource Center - https://acl.gov/programs/aging-and-disability-networks/aging-and-disability-resource-centers</li><li>Medicare Care Compare - https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/</li><li>WHAT IS DEMENTIA? - http://alzheimers.org.uk/Facts_about_dementia/What_is_dementia/</li><li>TYPES OF DEMENTIA - https://www.helpforalzheimersfamilies.com/alzheimers-dementia-education/</li><li>THE ALZHEIMER’S FOUNDATION OF AMERICA - http://www.alzfdn.org/AboutUs/missionstatement.html</li><li>NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON AGING -https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/memory-and-thinking-whats-normal-and-whats-not</li></ul>Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2407</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>aarp,adrc,aging,alzheimers,care,caregiver,carriecrawley,dementia,eldercare,financial,howto,medicaid,medicare,memory,nursing,old,planning,resources,retirement,senior</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 67: What's the Point? Finding Your Purpose with Alan Mikolaj, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-67-what-s-the-point-finding-your-purpose-with-alan-mikolaj-part-two--67648450</link><description><![CDATA[Are you a born leader? Alan Mikolaj isn't sure anybody is. In fact, he's got the research to prove that NOBODY is born to be a leader, because leadership isn't a genetic trait - it's a learned skill that anybody can manage, if taught under the right conditions. Alan returns to the podcast to talk about what leadership researchers James Kouzes and Barry Posner discovered in their findings to help develop the Leadership Practices Inventory (LPI) 360 curriculum, and how you can leverage your own self-understanding to help better realize your own self-worth. <br /><br />Find out more about Alan Mikolaj at https://www.alanmikolaj.com/<br /><br />Get Your Copy of Alan's Free List of Values Worksheet at https://www.alanmikolaj.com/uploads/1/3/7/8/13789733/alans_values_worksheet.pdf<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67648450</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 05:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67648450/ot_ep_67_audio_what_s_the_point_finding_your_purpose_with_alan_mikolaj_p2.mp3" length="34007066" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Are you a born leader? Alan Mikolaj isn't sure anybody is. In fact, he's got the research to prove that NOBODY is born to be a leader, because leadership isn't a genetic trait - it's a learned skill that anybody can manage, if taught under the right...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Are you a born leader? Alan Mikolaj isn't sure anybody is. In fact, he's got the research to prove that NOBODY is born to be a leader, because leadership isn't a genetic trait - it's a learned skill that anybody can manage, if taught under the right conditions. Alan returns to the podcast to talk about what leadership researchers James Kouzes and Barry Posner discovered in their findings to help develop the Leadership Practices Inventory (LPI) 360 curriculum, and how you can leverage your own self-understanding to help better realize your own self-worth. <br /><br />Find out more about Alan Mikolaj at https://www.alanmikolaj.com/<br /><br />Get Your Copy of Alan's Free List of Values Worksheet at https://www.alanmikolaj.com/uploads/1/3/7/8/13789733/alans_values_worksheet.pdf<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2123</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>alanmikolaj,anxiety,csuite,development,executive,grindset,growth,habits,health,identity,leadership,lifestyle,meaning,mental,mindset,purpose,selfcontrol,simonsinek,success</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 66: What's the Point? Finding Your Purpose with Alan Mikolaj, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-66-what-s-the-point-finding-your-purpose-with-alan-mikolaj-part-one--67484010</link><description><![CDATA[Being a leader is harder than it looks. It's a demanding and isolating job, with immense pressure and a constant need to adapt. Just take it from Alan Mikolaj - he's a leadership and organizational development consultant, executive coach and the author of “Stress Management for the Emergency Care Provider” and “The Change: Insights into Self-Empowerment," who works with people in high impact roles, helping build awareness, lead with authenticity, and stay aligned with their sense of purpose. Alan joins Kelly on the podcast to talk about just that - purpose, and how identifying and closing in on the interests that drive you can create a more meaningful outlook for any one of us, leader or otherwise. <br /><br />Find out more about Alan Mikolaj at https://www.alanmikolaj.com/<br /><br />Get Your Copy of Alan's Free List of Values Worksheet at https://www.alanmikolaj.com/uploads/1/3/7/8/13789733/alans_values_worksheet.pdf<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67484010</guid><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 05:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67484010/ot_ep_66_audio_what_s_the_point_finding_your_purpose_with_alan_mikolaj_p1.mp3" length="29398726" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Being a leader is harder than it looks. It's a demanding and isolating job, with immense pressure and a constant need to adapt. Just take it from Alan Mikolaj - he's a leadership and organizational development consultant, executive coach and the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Being a leader is harder than it looks. It's a demanding and isolating job, with immense pressure and a constant need to adapt. Just take it from Alan Mikolaj - he's a leadership and organizational development consultant, executive coach and the author of “Stress Management for the Emergency Care Provider” and “The Change: Insights into Self-Empowerment," who works with people in high impact roles, helping build awareness, lead with authenticity, and stay aligned with their sense of purpose. Alan joins Kelly on the podcast to talk about just that - purpose, and how identifying and closing in on the interests that drive you can create a more meaningful outlook for any one of us, leader or otherwise. <br /><br />Find out more about Alan Mikolaj at https://www.alanmikolaj.com/<br /><br />Get Your Copy of Alan's Free List of Values Worksheet at https://www.alanmikolaj.com/uploads/1/3/7/8/13789733/alans_values_worksheet.pdf<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1835</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>alanmikolaj,anxiety,csuite,development,executive,grindset,growth,habits,health,identity,leadership,lifestyle,meaning,mental,mindset,purpose,selfcontrol,simonsinek,success</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 65: Stuck at the Top? Coaching Executives with Ken Jenkins, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-65-stuck-at-the-top-coaching-executives-with-ken-jenkins-part-two--67306874</link><description><![CDATA[Walk the talk! It's a simple phrase, but what does it really mean? And more importantly, does it apply to you or the leadership at your organization? This idea of aligning your actions with your words is one that executive Coach Ken Jenkins was introduced to early in his career, and it's a principle he's lived by ever since. Today, we continue our conversation with Ken, diving deeper into what it truly means to be a leader. We explore why it's so critical to build trust, drive performance, and create a culture where people want to follow not because they have to, but because they believe in the direction. If you're leading a team, navigating change, or simply striving to be a more authentic and effective leader, this episode is for you.<br /><br />Find out more about Ken Jenkins at https://kenjenkinsllc.com/<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67306874</guid><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2025 05:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67306874/ot_ep_65_audio_stuck_at_the_top_with_ken_jenkins_p2.mp3" length="27203738" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Walk the talk! It's a simple phrase, but what does it really mean? And more importantly, does it apply to you or the leadership at your organization? This idea of aligning your actions with your words is one that executive Coach Ken Jenkins was...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Walk the talk! It's a simple phrase, but what does it really mean? And more importantly, does it apply to you or the leadership at your organization? This idea of aligning your actions with your words is one that executive Coach Ken Jenkins was introduced to early in his career, and it's a principle he's lived by ever since. Today, we continue our conversation with Ken, diving deeper into what it truly means to be a leader. We explore why it's so critical to build trust, drive performance, and create a culture where people want to follow not because they have to, but because they believe in the direction. If you're leading a team, navigating change, or simply striving to be a more authentic and effective leader, this episode is for you.<br /><br />Find out more about Ken Jenkins at https://kenjenkinsllc.com/<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1698</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 64: Stuck at the Top? Coaching Executives with Ken Jenkins, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-64-stuck-at-the-top-coaching-executives-with-ken-jenkins-part-one--67117994</link><description><![CDATA[Think back on your career. Have you ever worked under a leader who struggled to communicate clearly? Maybe you found it difficult to follow their direction because the direction itself wasn't clear. Or perhaps you are the leader facing a major organizational change, feeling uncertain about how to guide your team through it. If any of this sounds familiar, it might be time to consider working with an executive coach. Today we're talking with Ken Jenkins, an in-demand executive and leadership coach, who shares insights on how coaching can help leaders and cover their strengths and weaknesses, why coaching isn't an stand-in for therapy, and a few key ways all of us - executives or otherwise - can help to mitigate toxic stress in our busy lives. It's not always easy, but for those feeling stuck or looking to boost their effectiveness, coaching can be a game changer. <br /><br />Find out more about Ken Jenkins at https://kenjenkinsllc.com/<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67117994</guid><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2025 05:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67117994/ot_ep_64_audio_stuck_at_the_top_with_ken_jenkins_p1mp3.mp3" length="23078694" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Think back on your career. Have you ever worked under a leader who struggled to communicate clearly? Maybe you found it difficult to follow their direction because the direction itself wasn't clear. Or perhaps you are the leader facing a major...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Think back on your career. Have you ever worked under a leader who struggled to communicate clearly? Maybe you found it difficult to follow their direction because the direction itself wasn't clear. Or perhaps you are the leader facing a major organizational change, feeling uncertain about how to guide your team through it. If any of this sounds familiar, it might be time to consider working with an executive coach. Today we're talking with Ken Jenkins, an in-demand executive and leadership coach, who shares insights on how coaching can help leaders and cover their strengths and weaknesses, why coaching isn't an stand-in for therapy, and a few key ways all of us - executives or otherwise - can help to mitigate toxic stress in our busy lives. It's not always easy, but for those feeling stuck or looking to boost their effectiveness, coaching can be a game changer. <br /><br />Find out more about Ken Jenkins at https://kenjenkinsllc.com/<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1440</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>anxiety,breakdown,coaching,communication,csuite,culture,depression,development,executive,howto,kenjenkins,leadership,manager,organization,practicaltips,stress,stuck,therapy,toxic,workplace</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 63: How Your Phone (and Social Media) Are Tricking You with Heather Dreske, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-63-how-your-phone-and-social-media-are-tricking-you-with-heather-dreske-part-two--66949754</link><description><![CDATA[Social Media companies have all but perfected the art of the infinite scroll. On average, every time you pick up your phone you'll end up spending upwards of 20 minutes, mindlessly sacrificing your time - and your sense of accomplishment - with just a single tap. Natural Empathic doctor Heather Dreske returns to the podcast to reveal a few key ways you can ground your senses, plant your feet, and stop the doomscrolling without losing the connections that reward us. <br /><br />Find out more about Heather Dreske and her practice at https://www.lettierome.net<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66949754</guid><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2025 05:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66949754/ot_ep_63_audio_simplify_your_life_with_heather_dreske_p2.mp3" length="35460064" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Social Media companies have all but perfected the art of the infinite scroll. On average, every time you pick up your phone you'll end up spending upwards of 20 minutes, mindlessly sacrificing your time - and your sense of accomplishment - with just a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Social Media companies have all but perfected the art of the infinite scroll. On average, every time you pick up your phone you'll end up spending upwards of 20 minutes, mindlessly sacrificing your time - and your sense of accomplishment - with just a single tap. Natural Empathic doctor Heather Dreske returns to the podcast to reveal a few key ways you can ground your senses, plant your feet, and stop the doomscrolling without losing the connections that reward us. <br /><br />Find out more about Heather Dreske and her practice at https://www.lettierome.net<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2214</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,anxiety,azaraskin,depression,dreske,facebook,heather,holistic,ibs,infinite,instagram,isolation,loneliness,natural,phones,psychology,scroll,technology,yoga,youtube</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 62: How Your Phone (and Social Media) Are Tricking You with Heather Dreske, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-62-how-your-phone-and-social-media-are-tricking-you-with-heather-dreske-part-one--66812512</link><description><![CDATA[A recent Harvard study found that 73% of Americans experience loneliness. What's got everybody down? Heather Dreske might just have the answer - she's a natural, empathic doctor with expertise in family medicine, psychology, and holistic wellness. Heather and Kelly dig into the number one source of loneliness, anxiety, and depression in America - technology, and more importantly, our phones and the social media that drives them - to uncover the five vulnerabilities every major tech company is leveraging to keep you on scrolling, along with a few key exercises that anybody can try right away at no cost to get away from the infinite scroll and start truly living again.<br /><br />Find out more about Heather Dreske and her practice at https://www.lettierome.net<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul><br /><br /><br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66812512</guid><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 05:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66812512/ot_ep_62_audio_stop_scrolling_start_living_with_heather_dreske_p1.mp3" length="39235781" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>A recent Harvard study found that 73% of Americans experience loneliness. What's got everybody down? Heather Dreske might just have the answer - she's a natural, empathic doctor with expertise in family medicine, psychology, and holistic wellness....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[A recent Harvard study found that 73% of Americans experience loneliness. What's got everybody down? Heather Dreske might just have the answer - she's a natural, empathic doctor with expertise in family medicine, psychology, and holistic wellness. Heather and Kelly dig into the number one source of loneliness, anxiety, and depression in America - technology, and more importantly, our phones and the social media that drives them - to uncover the five vulnerabilities every major tech company is leveraging to keep you on scrolling, along with a few key exercises that anybody can try right away at no cost to get away from the infinite scroll and start truly living again.<br /><br />Find out more about Heather Dreske and her practice at https://www.lettierome.net<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul><br /><br /><br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2450</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,anxiety,azaraskin,depression,dreske,facebook,heather,holistic,ibs,infinite,instagram,isolation,loneliness,natural,phones,psychology,scroll,technology,yoga,youtube</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 61: Understanding The Language of Loss with Natalie Sanchez, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-61-understanding-the-language-of-loss-with-natalie-sanchez-part-two--66425417</link><description><![CDATA[Grief isn't something you just 'get over', and it's not something you can expect people to move past. It's an emotion that deserves understanding - one that lies under nearly every aspect of our world today. For some it can be more affecting than others. Just take it from Natalie Sanchez - picking up where they left off last week, Natalie and Kelly dig into the support systems Natalie's built into her life since losing her father in 2018, from exercise and regular routine to a loving partner and supportive friend groups that surround her, along with a few key reading recommendations to help anybody break the cycle and grow to find joy in their journey. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66425417</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Jun 2025 05:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66425417/ot_ep_61_audio_how_young_adults_manage_grief_with_natalie_sanchez.mp3" length="29099103" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Grief isn't something you just 'get over', and it's not something you can expect people to move past. It's an emotion that deserves understanding - one that lies under nearly every aspect of our world today. For some it can be more affecting than...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Grief isn't something you just 'get over', and it's not something you can expect people to move past. It's an emotion that deserves understanding - one that lies under nearly every aspect of our world today. For some it can be more affecting than others. Just take it from Natalie Sanchez - picking up where they left off last week, Natalie and Kelly dig into the support systems Natalie's built into her life since losing her father in 2018, from exercise and regular routine to a loving partner and supportive friend groups that surround her, along with a few key reading recommendations to help anybody break the cycle and grow to find joy in their journey. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1817</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>anxiety,author,becominghuman,care,death,depression,empathia,family,grief,health,joy,languageofloss,mental,natalie,relationship,sanchez,socialworker,systems,understanding</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 60: Understanding The Language of Loss with Natalie Sanchez, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-60-understanding-the-language-of-loss-with-natalie-sanchez-part-one--66210835</link><description><![CDATA[Grief is an intense and complex emotional response to loss, but its impact extends far beyond mental and emotional distress. Just take it from Natalie Sanchez - the author of 'The Language Of Loss' and 'Becoming Human', Natalie developed a deep relationship with grief after losing her father in 2018. Kelly and Natalie dig into that relationship - and how Natalie managed to find joy in her journey - in Part One of their two-part conversation on understanding The Language of Loss. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66210835</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2025 05:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66210835/ot_ep_60_audio_how_young_adults_manage_grief_with_natalie_sanchez_p1.mp3" length="27048288" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Grief is an intense and complex emotional response to loss, but its impact extends far beyond mental and emotional distress. Just take it from Natalie Sanchez - the author of 'The Language Of Loss' and 'Becoming Human', Natalie developed a deep...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Grief is an intense and complex emotional response to loss, but its impact extends far beyond mental and emotional distress. Just take it from Natalie Sanchez - the author of 'The Language Of Loss' and 'Becoming Human', Natalie developed a deep relationship with grief after losing her father in 2018. Kelly and Natalie dig into that relationship - and how Natalie managed to find joy in her journey - in Part One of their two-part conversation on understanding The Language of Loss. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1689</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>anxiety,author,becominghuman,care,death,depression,empathia,family,grief,health,joy,languageofloss,mental,natalie,relationship,sanchez,socialworker,systems,understanding</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 59: Laughter: The Best Medicine? with Kody Green, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-59-laughter-the-best-medicine-with-kody-green-part-two--65981105</link><description><![CDATA[Laughter isn't just a reaction - it's a resource; one that can go a long way, especially when life feels heavy. And the best part is, we can choose it. Just ask Kody Green - known online as the Schizophrenic Hippie, Kody's amassed over a million followers on TikTok and Instagram by sharing his story and advocating for just a little more lightheartedness when times are tough. Kody and Kelly pick up where their conversation left off in Episode 58 to talk about actionable ways to inject a little more laughter into your life, whether you're a patient, caregiver, or just trying to get by on your own. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65981105</guid><pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 05:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65981105/ot_ep_59_audio_laughter_the_best_medicine_with_kody_green_p2.mp3" length="26952677" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Laughter isn't just a reaction - it's a resource; one that can go a long way, especially when life feels heavy. And the best part is, we can choose it. Just ask Kody Green - known online as the Schizophrenic Hippie, Kody's amassed over a million...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Laughter isn't just a reaction - it's a resource; one that can go a long way, especially when life feels heavy. And the best part is, we can choose it. Just ask Kody Green - known online as the Schizophrenic Hippie, Kody's amassed over a million followers on TikTok and Instagram by sharing his story and advocating for just a little more lightheartedness when times are tough. Kody and Kelly pick up where their conversation left off in Episode 58 to talk about actionable ways to inject a little more laughter into your life, whether you're a patient, caregiver, or just trying to get by on your own. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1684</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>anxiety,bipolar,comedy,culture,dark,diagnosis,green,humor,internet,kody,laughter,medicine,mental,podcast,schizophrenic,stigma,tiktok,undifferentiated,youth,youtube</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 58: Laughter: The Best Medicine? with Kody Green, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-58-laughter-the-best-medicine-with-kody-green-part-one--65712663</link><description><![CDATA[It's a phrase we've all heard before - "Laughter is the best medicine" - but how does one go about finding the humor when tragedy strikes? Kody Green might have the answer - having been diagnosed with undifferentiated schizophrenia at 21, Kody's built a platform on apps like TikTok and YouTube by sharing his experiences through a comedy lens. He's also the author of "Minds Over Meetings: A Personal Perspective on Wellness in the Workplace," along with a co-host on 'A Bipolar, A Schizophrenic, and a Podcast' where he aims to educate and bring hope to others affected by schizophrenia and related challenges. In Part One of his two-part conversation with Kelly Parbs, Kody digs into the challenges of living and working in stand-up comedy with schizophrenia (along with the triumphs that come with being yourself) and learning to laugh when times are truly challenging.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65712663</guid><pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 05:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65712663/ot_ep_58_audio_laughter_the_best_medicine_with_kody_green_p1.mp3" length="29428154" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>It's a phrase we've all heard before - "Laughter is the best medicine" - but how does one go about finding the humor when tragedy strikes? Kody Green might have the answer - having been diagnosed with undifferentiated schizophrenia at 21, Kody's built...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[It's a phrase we've all heard before - "Laughter is the best medicine" - but how does one go about finding the humor when tragedy strikes? Kody Green might have the answer - having been diagnosed with undifferentiated schizophrenia at 21, Kody's built a platform on apps like TikTok and YouTube by sharing his experiences through a comedy lens. He's also the author of "Minds Over Meetings: A Personal Perspective on Wellness in the Workplace," along with a co-host on 'A Bipolar, A Schizophrenic, and a Podcast' where he aims to educate and bring hope to others affected by schizophrenia and related challenges. In Part One of his two-part conversation with Kelly Parbs, Kody digs into the challenges of living and working in stand-up comedy with schizophrenia (along with the triumphs that come with being yourself) and learning to laugh when times are truly challenging.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1838</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>anxiety,bipolar,comedy,culture,dark,diagnosis,green,humor,internet,kody,laughter,medicine,mental,podcast,schizophrenic,stigma,tiktok,undifferentiated,youth,youtube</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 57: Scared of School with Baylor CARE Team Director Meghan Becker, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-57-scared-of-school-with-baylor-care-team-director-meghan-becker-part-two--65532272</link><description><![CDATA[Getting a college degree has always been difficult, but in the age of COVID, smart-phones, and bubble-wrap parenting, some might say it's harder now than ever before. Just take it from Meghan Becker - she's the Director of Student Care and Well-Being at Baylor University, where she heads up the Care Team, Baylor's unique departmental solution to providing mental health resources to over 20,000 college students across it's in-person and virtual campuses. In Part 2 of their conversation, Rick and Meghan pick up from where they left off in Episode 56 to get to the bottom of just what exactly causes so much anxiety and depression in undergrad and graduate students nowadays, and how Baylor is leading the charge in handling student stress for better outcomes. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65532272</guid><pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65532272/ot_ep_57_audio_baylor_care_team_with_meghan_becker_p2.mp3" length="13052783" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Getting a college degree has always been difficult, but in the age of COVID, smart-phones, and bubble-wrap parenting, some might say it's harder now than ever before. Just take it from Meghan Becker - she's the Director of Student Care and Well-Being...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Getting a college degree has always been difficult, but in the age of COVID, smart-phones, and bubble-wrap parenting, some might say it's harder now than ever before. Just take it from Meghan Becker - she's the Director of Student Care and Well-Being at Baylor University, where she heads up the Care Team, Baylor's unique departmental solution to providing mental health resources to over 20,000 college students across it's in-person and virtual campuses. In Part 2 of their conversation, Rick and Meghan pick up from where they left off in Episode 56 to get to the bottom of just what exactly causes so much anxiety and depression in undergrad and graduate students nowadays, and how Baylor is leading the charge in handling student stress for better outcomes. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>815</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>admissions,anxiety,baylor,becker,bubblewrap,care,college,covid,depression,empathia,health,helicopter,meghan,mental,online,pandemic,parenting,students,team,university</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 56: Scared of School with Baylor CARE Team Director Meghan Becker, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-56-scared-of-school-with-baylor-care-team-director-meghan-becker-part-one--65197994</link><description><![CDATA[It can't be easy to go to school nowadays. Just take it from Meghan Becker - she's the Director of Student Care and Well-Being at Baylor University where she heads up the Care Team, Baylor's unique departmental solution to providing mental health resources to over 20,000 college students across it's in-person and virtual campuses. To hear Meghan tell it, Baylor's students struggle with anxiety, depression, loneliness, excessive substance abuse, and more - and that's all before you start to introduce America's current political climate and the national outbreak of violence in schools across the country. In Part 1 of their conversation, Rick sits down with Meghan to get to the bottom of how Baylor's Care Team originated in the wake of Virginia Tech's 2007 on-campus shooting tragedy, and how their small team is working around the clock to serve student needs in an ever-changing online environment. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65197994</guid><pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 05:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65197994/ot_ep_56_audio_baylor_care_team_director_meghan_becker_p1.mp3" length="26197656" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>It can't be easy to go to school nowadays. Just take it from Meghan Becker - she's the Director of Student Care and Well-Being at Baylor University where she heads up the Care Team, Baylor's unique departmental solution to providing mental health...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[It can't be easy to go to school nowadays. Just take it from Meghan Becker - she's the Director of Student Care and Well-Being at Baylor University where she heads up the Care Team, Baylor's unique departmental solution to providing mental health resources to over 20,000 college students across it's in-person and virtual campuses. To hear Meghan tell it, Baylor's students struggle with anxiety, depression, loneliness, excessive substance abuse, and more - and that's all before you start to introduce America's current political climate and the national outbreak of violence in schools across the country. In Part 1 of their conversation, Rick sits down with Meghan to get to the bottom of how Baylor's Care Team originated in the wake of Virginia Tech's 2007 on-campus shooting tragedy, and how their small team is working around the clock to serve student needs in an ever-changing online environment. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1637</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>anxiety,baylor,becker,care,college,depression,health,media,meghan,mental,online,shooting,social,students,team,tech,tragedy,undergrad,university,virginia</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 55: Finding Joy After Tragedy with Tom Farley, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-55-finding-joy-after-tragedy-with-tom-farley-part-two--64888828</link><description><![CDATA[The path to recovery isn't always obvious and straightforward, and finding the right resources for your situation can be difficult when you're already at your lowest. Returning is our guest, Tom Farley, who works with Recovery.com, a website dedicated to finding treatment and guiding those in need - be it Mental Health issues, Addiction, or struggling loved ones. Tom uses his own experience recovering from addiction to help others seek the help they need and encourage their path to a healthier life.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64888828</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 05:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64888828/ot_ep_55_audio_mixdown.mp3" length="41868685" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The path to recovery isn't always obvious and straightforward, and finding the right resources for your situation can be difficult when you're already at your lowest. Returning is our guest, Tom Farley, who works with Recovery.com, a website dedicated...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The path to recovery isn't always obvious and straightforward, and finding the right resources for your situation can be difficult when you're already at your lowest. Returning is our guest, Tom Farley, who works with Recovery.com, a website dedicated to finding treatment and guiding those in need - be it Mental Health issues, Addiction, or struggling loved ones. Tom uses his own experience recovering from addiction to help others seek the help they need and encourage their path to a healthier life.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1733</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>abuse,addiction,alcoholism,boy,chris,comedian,drug,farley,grief,healing,honesty,humility,humor,live,night,recovery,rigorous,saturday,snl,tommy</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 54: Finding Joy After Tragedy with Tom Farley, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-54-finding-joy-after-tragedy-with-tom-farley-part-one--64634556</link><description><![CDATA[Losing a loved one to addiction is tragic and often leaves a family in shambles. Some develop or lean on poor coping mechanisms, others self reflect and attempt to improve themselves. Just take it from Tom Farley - brother of famous Saturday Night Live alum Chris Farley, Tom knows all too well about the pains of an unexpected loss. Join us as we talk through Tom's journey of processing the grief of losing his brother and how he applies what he learned to helping others with their own mental health challenges.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64634556</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 06:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64634556/ot_ep_54_audio_mixdown.mp3" length="54458838" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Losing a loved one to addiction is tragic and often leaves a family in shambles. Some develop or lean on poor coping mechanisms, others self reflect and attempt to improve themselves. Just take it from Tom Farley - brother of famous Saturday Night...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Losing a loved one to addiction is tragic and often leaves a family in shambles. Some develop or lean on poor coping mechanisms, others self reflect and attempt to improve themselves. Just take it from Tom Farley - brother of famous Saturday Night Live alum Chris Farley, Tom knows all too well about the pains of an unexpected loss. Join us as we talk through Tom's journey of processing the grief of losing his brother and how he applies what he learned to helping others with their own mental health challenges.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2258</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>abuse,addiction,alcoholism,anger,chris,comedian,coping,culture,divorce,drinking,drug,farley,grief,healing,live,loss,night,recovery,saturday,snl</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 53: Crisis Communications with Chris McCloud, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-53-crisis-communications-with-chris-mccloud-part-two--64384418</link><description><![CDATA[Addressing a crisis as a company is a complicated and challenging task - that's why Chris McCloud is back with us to share the importance of preparing for such an event. Chris draws on his experience in public relations to share vital tips on how to keep consistent messaging and avoid common pitfalls when managing bad news.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64384418</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 06:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64384418/ot_ep_53_audio_mixdown.mp3" length="48148574" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Addressing a crisis as a company is a complicated and challenging task - that's why Chris McCloud is back with us to share the importance of preparing for such an event. Chris draws on his experience in public relations to share vital tips on how to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Addressing a crisis as a company is a complicated and challenging task - that's why Chris McCloud is back with us to share the importance of preparing for such an event. Chris draws on his experience in public relations to share vital tips on how to keep consistent messaging and avoid common pitfalls when managing bad news.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1995</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,audience,branding,business,campaign,communications,crisis,marketing,media,messaging,platforms,preparedness,proactive,public,relations,reputation,social,spokesman,strategy,trust</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 52: Crisis Communications with Chris McCloud, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-52-crisis-communications-with-chris-mccloud-part-one--64098964</link><description><![CDATA[Everybody has to present themselves appropriately in order to succeed, but in the modern age it's increasingly difficult to. Pendulum PR Co-Founder Chris McCloud is here to tell us how everyone can benefit from good Public Relations strategies and the importance of having a brand.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64098964</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 06:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64098964/ot_ep_52_audio_chris_mccloud.mp3" length="32021017" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Everybody has to present themselves appropriately in order to succeed, but in the modern age it's increasingly difficult to. Pendulum PR Co-Founder Chris McCloud is here to tell us how everyone can benefit from good Public Relations strategies and the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Everybody has to present themselves appropriately in order to succeed, but in the modern age it's increasingly difficult to. Pendulum PR Co-Founder Chris McCloud is here to tell us how everyone can benefit from good Public Relations strategies and the importance of having a brand.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1322</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,audience,branding,business,campaign,collaboration,communications,demographic,marketing,media,platforms,preparedness,proactive,public,rebranding,relations,reputation,social,strategy,trust</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 51: Stopping the Stigma with Adam Meyers, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-51-stopping-the-stigma-with-adam-meyers-part-two--63728455</link><description><![CDATA[Serving the public can often take a toll on police officers and other first responders' mental stability. Thankfully there are many programs and resources available to help with the burden, that is, if they choose to participate. Many don't feel comfortable doing so and Police Captain Adam Meyers is here to explain why. Join us as we continue our conversation about stopping the stigma and encouraging public servants to reach out when they are in need.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63728455</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2025 06:05:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63728455/ot_ep_51_audio_mixdown.mp3" length="43552497" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Serving the public can often take a toll on police officers and other first responders' mental stability. Thankfully there are many programs and resources available to help with the burden, that is, if they choose to participate. Many don't feel...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Serving the public can often take a toll on police officers and other first responders' mental stability. Thankfully there are many programs and resources available to help with the burden, that is, if they choose to participate. Many don't feel comfortable doing so and Police Captain Adam Meyers is here to explain why. Join us as we continue our conversation about stopping the stigma and encouraging public servants to reach out when they are in need.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1803</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>abuse,boundaries,coping,counseling,critical,depression,drug,first,incident,listening,out,police,reaching,responders,self-care,stigma,struggling,suffering,support,trauma</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 50: Stopping the Stigma with Adam Meyers, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-50-stopping-the-stigma-with-adam-meyers-part-one--63566314</link><description><![CDATA[First responders are at a much higher risk of experiencing trauma, but sadly are less likely to reach out for mental health support. Adam Meyers experienced this firsthand and is determined to make a change with Stop The Threat - Stop The Stigma, a platform to promote Law Enforcement and Public Safety Professionals' mental wellness, encouraging them to talk about their mental health and not suffer in silence.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63566314</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jan 2025 06:05:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63566314/ot_ep_50_audio_mixdown.mp3" length="46052445" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>First responders are at a much higher risk of experiencing trauma, but sadly are less likely to reach out for mental health support. Adam Meyers experienced this firsthand and is determined to make a change with Stop The Threat - Stop The Stigma, a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[First responders are at a much higher risk of experiencing trauma, but sadly are less likely to reach out for mental health support. Adam Meyers experienced this firsthand and is determined to make a change with Stop The Threat - Stop The Stigma, a platform to promote Law Enforcement and Public Safety Professionals' mental wellness, encouraging them to talk about their mental health and not suffer in silence.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1908</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>abuse,alcoholism,coping,counseling,depression,drug,honesty,listening,mental,police,psychology,ptsd,self-care,stigma,stress,struggling,suffering,support,trauma,venting</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 49: On Holiday Stress with Christina Eggebeen</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-49-on-holiday-stress-with-christina-eggebeen--63416805</link><description><![CDATA[Going home for the holidays isn't the same for everyone, and some of us, whether by choice or by circumstance, are spending the holidays alone. But don't fret! Whatever holiday experience is awaiting you, Christina Eggebeen has some advice for you. The holiday season is filled with a lot of emotions, both good and bad, and being prepared and knowing how to process them will help you avoid the holiday blues.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63416805</guid><pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2024 06:05:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63416805/ot_ep_49_audio_mixdown.mp3" length="48718386" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Going home for the holidays isn't the same for everyone, and some of us, whether by choice or by circumstance, are spending the holidays alone. But don't fret! Whatever holiday experience is awaiting you, Christina Eggebeen has some advice for you....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Going home for the holidays isn't the same for everyone, and some of us, whether by choice or by circumstance, are spending the holidays alone. But don't fret! Whatever holiday experience is awaiting you, Christina Eggebeen has some advice for you. The holiday season is filled with a lot of emotions, both good and bad, and being prepared and knowing how to process them will help you avoid the holiday blues.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2019</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,agreements,anxiety,boundaries,care,christmas,community,dynamics,emotional,family,gratitude,grief,holiday,self,stress,support,tension,therapy,tradition,trigger</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 48: Afraid to Fly with Philip Chard, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-48-afraid-to-fly-with-philip-chard-part-two--63193792</link><description><![CDATA[Though flying through the air at high speeds sounds dangerous, thanks to years of improvements and technological advances, airplanes are one of the safest ways to travel. Learn more about why as we continue our conversation with Philip Chard, psychotherapist and author who himself suffered from flying anxiety. Phil is here to share what he's learned from his career and personal therapy experience including techniques you can add to your toolbox for your next flight.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63193792</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Dec 2024 06:05:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63193792/ot_ep_48_audio_afraid_to_fly_with_philip_chard_p2.mp3" length="33836443" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Though flying through the air at high speeds sounds dangerous, thanks to years of improvements and technological advances, airplanes are one of the safest ways to travel. Learn more about why as we continue our conversation with Philip Chard,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Though flying through the air at high speeds sounds dangerous, thanks to years of improvements and technological advances, airplanes are one of the safest ways to travel. Learn more about why as we continue our conversation with Philip Chard, psychotherapist and author who himself suffered from flying anxiety. Phil is here to share what he's learned from his career and personal therapy experience including techniques you can add to your toolbox for your next flight.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1399</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>aerophobia,air,airplane,anxiety,aviophobia,breathing,control,emdr,exposure,fear,flying,panic,phobia,psychology,reality,self,stress,talk,travel,virtual</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 47: Afraid to Fly with Philip Chard, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-47-afraid-to-fly-with-philip-chard-part-one--62970743</link><description><![CDATA[Flying on an airplane often gives people anxiety, but for some, it induces panic and prevents them from traveling abroad, or even visiting family. To help address this, Philip Chard joins us again to lend his expertise, as well as personal experience with aviophobia, or the fear of flying. Phil shares with us common causes of flying anxiety, how to identify them in ourselves, and some techniques that can help mitigate the symptoms.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62970743</guid><pubDate>Wed, 27 Nov 2024 06:05:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62970743/ot_ep_47_audio_mixdown.mp3" length="54814935" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Flying on an airplane often gives people anxiety, but for some, it induces panic and prevents them from traveling abroad, or even visiting family. To help address this, Philip Chard joins us again to lend his expertise, as well as personal experience...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Flying on an airplane often gives people anxiety, but for some, it induces panic and prevents them from traveling abroad, or even visiting family. To help address this, Philip Chard joins us again to lend his expertise, as well as personal experience with aviophobia, or the fear of flying. Phil shares with us common causes of flying anxiety, how to identify them in ourselves, and some techniques that can help mitigate the symptoms.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2273</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>aerophobia,air,airplane,anxiety,aviophobia,breathing,claustrophobia,control,distractions,fear,flight,flying,freeze,irrational,panic,psychology,self,stress,talk,travel</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 46: Surviving a Tragedy with Manya Chylinski, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-46-surviving-a-tragedy-with-manya-chylinski-part-two--62670489</link><description><![CDATA[Since the events of the Boston Marathon Bombing in April of 2013, Manya Chylinski's been helping guide others past the stigma of victimhood by raising the awareness of the mental and emotional effects of violence and tragedy. In her follow-up conversation with Rick from last week's Part One, Manya digs into where she's been since, and reveals the immense value of compassion and inclusiveness. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62670489</guid><pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2024 06:05:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62670489/ot_ep_46_audio_surviving_a_tragedy_with_manya_chylinski_p2.mp3" length="32285467" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Since the events of the Boston Marathon Bombing in April of 2013, Manya Chylinski's been helping guide others past the stigma of victimhood by raising the awareness of the mental and emotional effects of violence and tragedy. In her follow-up...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Since the events of the Boston Marathon Bombing in April of 2013, Manya Chylinski's been helping guide others past the stigma of victimhood by raising the awareness of the mental and emotional effects of violence and tragedy. In her follow-up conversation with Rick from last week's Part One, Manya digs into where she's been since, and reveals the immense value of compassion and inclusiveness. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1335</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>anxiety,bombing,boston,breathing,community,emergency,exercise,exercises,health,isolation,marathon,media,mental,panic,resilience,safety,stress,therapy,trauma,yoga</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 45: Surviving a Tragedy with Manya Chylinski, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-45-surviving-a-tragedy-with-manya-chylinski-part-one--62541624</link><description><![CDATA[It's been over a decade since the Boston Marathon bombing, but many are still suffering from the trauma they endured. Today we talk to keynote speaker, advisor, and advocate Manya Chylinski about her experience witnessing the attack and how that has changed her. Since the event, Manya has learned valuable skills to take control of your mental health and is here to share them with you.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62541624</guid><pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2024 05:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62541624/ot_ep_45_audio_mixdown.mp3" length="56679712" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>It's been over a decade since the Boston Marathon bombing, but many are still suffering from the trauma they endured. Today we talk to keynote speaker, advisor, and advocate Manya Chylinski about her experience witnessing the attack and how that has...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[It's been over a decade since the Boston Marathon bombing, but many are still suffering from the trauma they endured. Today we talk to keynote speaker, advisor, and advocate Manya Chylinski about her experience witnessing the attack and how that has changed her. Since the event, Manya has learned valuable skills to take control of your mental health and is here to share them with you.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2351</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>anxiety,bombing,boston,breathing,community,emergency,exercise,exercises,health,isolation,marathon,media,mental,panic,resilience,safety,stress,therapy,trauma,yoga</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 44: Election Anxiety with Dayna Smith-Slade</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-44-election-anxiety-with-dayna-smith-slade--62362352</link><description><![CDATA[Election season can be stressful on even the most experienced of voters. Tensions are high and political disagreements can drive a wedge in our personal relationships. Dayna Smith-Slade is here with us to share her strategies on how to ease election anxiety and have healthier communication with family and friends who share different views.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62362352</guid><pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 05:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62362352/ot_ep_44_audio_mixdown.mp3" length="58089001" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Election season can be stressful on even the most experienced of voters. Tensions are high and political disagreements can drive a wedge in our personal relationships. Dayna Smith-Slade is here with us to share her strategies on how to ease election...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Election season can be stressful on even the most experienced of voters. Tensions are high and political disagreements can drive a wedge in our personal relationships. Dayna Smith-Slade is here with us to share her strategies on how to ease election anxiety and have healthier communication with family and friends who share different views.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2410</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>active,anxiety,arguments,communication,conflict,doomscrolling,election,family,frustration,intolerance,listening,media,news,politics,social,stress,tension,therapy,volunteering,voting</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 43: Movement and Mental Health with Linda Spaulding</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-43-movement-and-mental-health-with-linda-spaulding--62121932</link><description><![CDATA[A healthy body is the ideal home for a healthy mind. Often times the activities we do to maintain physical health releases endorphins that will promote good mental health. Our guest today is Fitness and Wellness expert Linda Spaulding. She's here to share what she's learned from her career and show us how beneficial movement can be for your mental wellbeing. It doesn't matter if you're dancing, walking, swimming, or skating, what's important is that you keep moving!<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62121932</guid><pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62121932/ot_ep_43_audio_mixdown.mp3" length="59338599" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>A healthy body is the ideal home for a healthy mind. Often times the activities we do to maintain physical health releases endorphins that will promote good mental health. Our guest today is Fitness and Wellness expert Linda Spaulding. She's here to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[A healthy body is the ideal home for a healthy mind. Often times the activities we do to maintain physical health releases endorphins that will promote good mental health. Our guest today is Fitness and Wellness expert Linda Spaulding. She's here to share what she's learned from her career and show us how beneficial movement can be for your mental wellbeing. It doesn't matter if you're dancing, walking, swimming, or skating, what's important is that you keep moving!<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2462</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>accountability,aerobics,camp,dancing,decathlon,endorphins,excercise,fitness,group,mind-body,movement,physical,pilates,ramp,running,safety,skating,training,wellness,workplace</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 42: Financial Health with Shellye Carpenter, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-42-financial-health-with-shellye-carpenter-part-two--61474888</link><description><![CDATA[Checking credit scores, looking for discounts, and budgeting can be a lot to process, but you're not alone. Shellye Carpenter returns to share more of her personal finance tips to help build toward your goals. Try different techniques and find what works best for you, but whatever you choose, stay consistent!<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61474888</guid><pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2024 05:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/61474888/ot_ep_42_audio_mixdown.mp3" length="53962953" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Checking credit scores, looking for discounts, and budgeting can be a lot to process, but you're not alone. Shellye Carpenter returns to share more of her personal finance tips to help build toward your goals. Try different techniques and find what...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Checking credit scores, looking for discounts, and budgeting can be a lot to process, but you're not alone. Shellye Carpenter returns to share more of her personal finance tips to help build toward your goals. Try different techniques and find what works best for you, but whatever you choose, stay consistent!<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2238</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>accountability,audit,automating,balance,bank,benefits,budgeting,buy,communication,credit,debt,discounts,finance,lenders,nothing,saving,score,subscriptions,temptation,union</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 41: Financial Health with Shellye Carpenter, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-41-financial-health-with-shellye-carpenter-part-one--61214439</link><description><![CDATA[Mental health, and even physical health issues can often start as a financial problem. This week we tackle the issue at its source and learn to be preventative and more communicative about our finances. Listen as personal finance expert Shellye Carpenter shares her tips and methods to staying financially healthy, so that we have a good foundation to keep our mental and physical wellbeing stable. Knowing where to look is half the battle, and Shellye knows a lot about where to find what's draining your funds when your finances aren't quite where you'd like them to be.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61214439</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 05:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/61214439/ot_ep_41_audio_mixdown.mp3" length="55053590" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Mental health, and even physical health issues can often start as a financial problem. This week we tackle the issue at its source and learn to be preventative and more communicative about our finances. Listen as personal finance expert Shellye...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Mental health, and even physical health issues can often start as a financial problem. This week we tackle the issue at its source and learn to be preventative and more communicative about our finances. Listen as personal finance expert Shellye Carpenter shares her tips and methods to staying financially healthy, so that we have a good foundation to keep our mental and physical wellbeing stable. Knowing where to look is half the battle, and Shellye knows a lot about where to find what's draining your funds when your finances aren't quite where you'd like them to be.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2284</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>audit,balance,bank,benefits,bills,budgeting,communication,credit,debt,discounts,finance,insurance,loans,medical,memberships,negotiating,subscriptions,temptation,union,withholdings</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 40: Music and Hospice with Rory Bolton, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-40-music-and-hospice-with-rory-bolton-part-two--61059766</link><description><![CDATA[Hospice can be scary for many families, but it's also a time for deep connections and emotional healing. In this episode, Rory Bolton continues sharing his experiences as an end of life music therapist and shows us what a powerful emotional force music can be. Every patient is unique in their journey, and it takes a lot of sensitivity and creativity to create the proper atmosphere for each situation. Sometimes that means music of varying tempo, music from different cultures or languages, or sometimes no music at all. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61059766</guid><pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2024 05:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/61059766/ot_ep_40_audio_mixdown.mp3" length="53219690" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Hospice can be scary for many families, but it's also a time for deep connections and emotional healing. In this episode, Rory Bolton continues sharing his experiences as an end of life music therapist and shows us what a powerful emotional force...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Hospice can be scary for many families, but it's also a time for deep connections and emotional healing. In this episode, Rory Bolton continues sharing his experiences as an end of life music therapist and shows us what a powerful emotional force music can be. Every patient is unique in their journey, and it takes a lot of sensitivity and creativity to create the proper atmosphere for each situation. Sometimes that means music of varying tempo, music from different cultures or languages, or sometimes no music at all. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2208</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>bereavement,classical,clinician,counseling,emotional,empathia,engagement,expression,family,french,guitar,hospice,memory,music,ontopic,piano,singing,spanish,spiritual,therapy</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 39: Music and Hospice with Rory Bolton, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-39-music-and-hospice-with-rory-bolton-part-one--60889044</link><description><![CDATA[End of life care is a truly difficult and emotional experience that often leaves us feeling disconnected from our loved ones. Our guest, Rory Bolton, uses music to bridge that connection and encourage emotions to flow during a time when it's needed most. In this episode of OnTopic with Empathia, Rory shares his beautiful singing voice and wisdom he's learned from working as a music therapist in hospice care.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60889044</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Aug 2024 05:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/60889044/ot_ep_39_audio_mixdown.mp3" length="37143455" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>End of life care is a truly difficult and emotional experience that often leaves us feeling disconnected from our loved ones. Our guest, Rory Bolton, uses music to bridge that connection and encourage emotions to flow during a time when it's needed...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[End of life care is a truly difficult and emotional experience that often leaves us feeling disconnected from our loved ones. Our guest, Rory Bolton, uses music to bridge that connection and encourage emotions to flow during a time when it's needed most. In this episode of OnTopic with Empathia, Rory shares his beautiful singing voice and wisdom he's learned from working as a music therapist in hospice care.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1538</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>counseling,emotional,empathia,engagement,expression,family,hilliard,hospice,jazz,memory,mortality,music,ontopic,psychosocial,russell,singing,spiritual,telehealth,therapy</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 38: Empathy in Communication with Deborah Needham, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-38-empathy-in-communication-with-deborah-needham-part-two--60744546</link><description><![CDATA[Deborah Needham returns to continue emphasizing the importance of empathy in healthy communication. This time we dive deeper into the tools you can use to help others through traumatic experiences, as well as regulate ourselves. We learn more about why we react to others the way we do and how we can use that information to better understand and communicate with others. Deb shares improved techniques to handle emotionally charged situations and be a better, more personal advocate for those who need us.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60744546</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jul 2024 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/60744546/ot_ep_38_audio_empathy_in_communication_p2_mixdown.mp3" length="61403294" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Deborah Needham returns to continue emphasizing the importance of empathy in healthy communication. This time we dive deeper into the tools you can use to help others through traumatic experiences, as well as regulate ourselves. We learn more about...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Deborah Needham returns to continue emphasizing the importance of empathy in healthy communication. This time we dive deeper into the tools you can use to help others through traumatic experiences, as well as regulate ourselves. We learn more about why we react to others the way we do and how we can use that information to better understand and communicate with others. Deb shares improved techniques to handle emotionally charged situations and be a better, more personal advocate for those who need us.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2549</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>coaching,consulting,crisis,deborah,emergency,empathia,empathy,emt,listening,manager,meditation,mirror,needham,neuron,ontopic,optimist,paramedic,relationships,trauma,vicarious</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 37: Empathy in Communication with Deborah Needham, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-37-empathy-in-communication-with-deborah-needham-part-one--60611808</link><description><![CDATA[Knowing how to use and control empathy is a powerful tool in both your professional and personal life. Empathy holds our relationships together and helps us better understand others, as well as ourselves. Founder of Crisis Optimist Coaching and Consulting, Deborah Needham, expands on all the ways empathy can help others and the importance on controlling your empathy in order to properly assist those in need. Through her experience as an EMT paramedic and an Emergency Manager, Deborah shares her secrets to empathy and how it can change everything for the better.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60611808</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jul 2024 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/60611808/ot_ep_37_audio_empathy_in_communication_with_deborah_needham_part_1.mp3" length="30849386" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Knowing how to use and control empathy is a powerful tool in both your professional and personal life. Empathy holds our relationships together and helps us better understand others, as well as ourselves. Founder of Crisis Optimist Coaching and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Knowing how to use and control empathy is a powerful tool in both your professional and personal life. Empathy holds our relationships together and helps us better understand others, as well as ourselves. Founder of Crisis Optimist Coaching and Consulting, Deborah Needham, expands on all the ways empathy can help others and the importance on controlling your empathy in order to properly assist those in need. Through her experience as an EMT paramedic and an Emergency Manager, Deborah shares her secrets to empathy and how it can change everything for the better.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1914</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>amygdala,coaching,consulting,crisis,deborah,emergency,empathia,empathy,emt,hijack,listening,manager,mirror,needham,neuron,ontopic,optimist,optimistic,paramedic,relationships</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 36: Self-Confidence in Leadership with Erin Petersen, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-36-self-confidence-in-leadership-with-erin-petersen-part-two--60492616</link><description><![CDATA[Leadership can often be an isolating position - as the sole decision maker, you don't often have all the variables in front of you to make the best decision for you and your team. Kelly sits down with Erin Peterson for Part Two of their conversation about finding self-confidence in leadership by diving into methods for generating more confident decision-makers and the six key takeaways every leader should lean into when it comes to self care.  <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60492616</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Jun 2024 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/60492616/ot_ep_36_audio_leadership_with_kelly_p2.mp3" length="30281823" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Leadership can often be an isolating position - as the sole decision maker, you don't often have all the variables in front of you to make the best decision for you and your team. Kelly sits down with Erin Peterson for Part Two of their conversation...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Leadership can often be an isolating position - as the sole decision maker, you don't often have all the variables in front of you to make the best decision for you and your team. Kelly sits down with Erin Peterson for Part Two of their conversation about finding self-confidence in leadership by diving into methods for generating more confident decision-makers and the six key takeaways every leader should lean into when it comes to self care.  <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1879</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advice,ceo,communication,confidence,c-suite,direction,disc,empathia,employee,erin,executive,leadership,management,ontopic,organization,petersen,professional,self,social,worker</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 35: Self-Confidence in Leadership with Erin Petersen, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-35-self-confidence-in-leadership-with-erin-petersen-part-one--60343956</link><description><![CDATA[Being a confident leader is a difficult task. It's not always clear which direction is the right way to go, and many leaders tend to struggle with balancing the expectations of success against the passion of their employees. Professional Leadership Coach Erin Petersen joins the podcast to talk about the value of self-confidence in leadership, and how learning to communicate more effectively with employees at every level can not only help to achieve goals across any organization, but can help to grow better leaders as well. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60343956</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Jun 2024 05:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/60343956/ot_ep_35_audio_leadership_with_kelly_p1.mp3" length="29936044" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Being a confident leader is a difficult task. It's not always clear which direction is the right way to go, and many leaders tend to struggle with balancing the expectations of success against the passion of their employees. Professional Leadership...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Being a confident leader is a difficult task. It's not always clear which direction is the right way to go, and many leaders tend to struggle with balancing the expectations of success against the passion of their employees. Professional Leadership Coach Erin Petersen joins the podcast to talk about the value of self-confidence in leadership, and how learning to communicate more effectively with employees at every level can not only help to achieve goals across any organization, but can help to grow better leaders as well. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1858</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advice,ceo,communication,confidence,c-suite,direction,disc,empathia,employee,erin,executive,leadership,management,ontopic,organization,peterson,professional,self,social,worker</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 34: All About Service Dogs with Rebuilding Warriors Founder Jeff Anderson</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-34-all-about-service-dogs-with-rebuilding-warriors-founder-jeff-anderson--60136232</link><description><![CDATA[Service Dogs are highly-trained canines that are taught to performs specific tasks for individuals or groups of poeple with various types of disabilities. Few know them better than Jeff Anderson - as the founder and CEO of Rebuilding Warriors, a 501(c)3 non-profit that provides service dogs to veterans all across the country, Jeff has been handpicking, evaluating, and training service dogs for over 12 years. That's why he's joining Kelly to talk all about service dogs, from the best breeds and criteria for each canine to the comprehensive pairing process that goes into setting up the right dog with the right candidate, whether their disabilites are physical, mental, or even emotional. <br /><br />To learn more about Jeff and support the mission of Rebuilding Warriors, visit www.rebuildingwarriors.com.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60136232</guid><pubDate>Wed, 29 May 2024 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/60136232/ot_ep_34_audio_all_about_service_dogs_with_jeff_anderson.mp3" length="58611160" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Service Dogs are highly-trained canines that are taught to performs specific tasks for individuals or groups of poeple with various types of disabilities. Few know them better than Jeff Anderson - as the founder and CEO of Rebuilding Warriors, a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Service Dogs are highly-trained canines that are taught to performs specific tasks for individuals or groups of poeple with various types of disabilities. Few know them better than Jeff Anderson - as the founder and CEO of Rebuilding Warriors, a 501(c)3 non-profit that provides service dogs to veterans all across the country, Jeff has been handpicking, evaluating, and training service dogs for over 12 years. That's why he's joining Kelly to talk all about service dogs, from the best breeds and criteria for each canine to the comprehensive pairing process that goes into setting up the right dog with the right candidate, whether their disabilites are physical, mental, or even emotional. <br /><br />To learn more about Jeff and support the mission of Rebuilding Warriors, visit www.rebuildingwarriors.com.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3651</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>amputee,anderson,canine,combat,crisis,dogs,empathia,handicap,heroes,jeff,k9,military,ontopic,ptsd,rebuilding,service,training,trauma,veteran,warriors</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 33: Addiction Recovery with Dr. Ted Carroll, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-33-addiction-recovery-with-dr-ted-carroll-part-two--60008344</link><description><![CDATA[It takes more than good intentions to overcome an addiction - just ask Dr. Ted Carroll. Today, he's a practicing licensed mental health counselor and a national certified counselor with a Ph.D in Counselor Educationa and Supervision, but he's also a recovering addict - an ongoing journey that he says he'll be on for the rest of his days. But believe it or not, it's not all downsides. <br /><br />In Part Two of his conversation with Rick, Dr. Carroll brings us to present day in his story, filling in the gaps between recovery and practicing medicine, and revealing why he's ultimately more thankful than sorry for his experiences with substance abuse. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60008344</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2024 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/60008344/ot_ep_33_audio_addiction_recovery_with_dr_ted_carrol_p2.mp3" length="32903422" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>It takes more than good intentions to overcome an addiction - just ask Dr. Ted Carroll. Today, he's a practicing licensed mental health counselor and a national certified counselor with a Ph.D in Counselor Educationa and Supervision, but he's also a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[It takes more than good intentions to overcome an addiction - just ask Dr. Ted Carroll. Today, he's a practicing licensed mental health counselor and a national certified counselor with a Ph.D in Counselor Educationa and Supervision, but he's also a recovering addict - an ongoing journey that he says he'll be on for the rest of his days. But believe it or not, it's not all downsides. <br /><br />In Part Two of his conversation with Rick, Dr. Carroll brings us to present day in his story, filling in the gaps between recovery and practicing medicine, and revealing why he's ultimately more thankful than sorry for his experiences with substance abuse. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2043</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,alcohol,carroll,counselor,doctor,drugs,eastern,empathia,hypnotherapist,mindset,ontopic,personal,phd,program,sponsor,story,ted,testimony,university,washington</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 32: Addiction Recovery with Dr. Ted Carroll, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-32-addiction-recovery-with-dr-ted-carroll-part-one--59660413</link><description><![CDATA[Imagine your brain being hijacked. Your actions, thoughts, and cravings are out of control. You crave something so badly that you'll do whatever you can to quench it, but you can never have enough willpower to overcome this urge. You may be an addict. <br /><br />It takes more than good intentions to overcome an addiction - just ask Dr. Ted Carroll. Nowadays, he's a hypnotherapist, licensed mental health counselor, and a national certified counselor with a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, but it wasn't all that long ago that things looked very different for Dr. Carroll. In Part One of his conversation with Rick, Dr. Carroll digs into his past, and how addiction continued to push him down darker roads. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59660413</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2024 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/59660413/ot_ep_32_audio_addiction_recovery_with_dr_ted_carrol_p1.mp3" length="35759483" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Imagine your brain being hijacked. Your actions, thoughts, and cravings are out of control. You crave something so badly that you'll do whatever you can to quench it, but you can never have enough willpower to overcome this urge. You may be an...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Imagine your brain being hijacked. Your actions, thoughts, and cravings are out of control. You crave something so badly that you'll do whatever you can to quench it, but you can never have enough willpower to overcome this urge. You may be an addict. <br /><br />It takes more than good intentions to overcome an addiction - just ask Dr. Ted Carroll. Nowadays, he's a hypnotherapist, licensed mental health counselor, and a national certified counselor with a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, but it wasn't all that long ago that things looked very different for Dr. Carroll. In Part One of his conversation with Rick, Dr. Carroll digs into his past, and how addiction continued to push him down darker roads. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2222</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,alcohol,carroll,counselor,doctor,drugs,eastern,empathia,hypnotherapist,mindset,ontopic,personal,phd,program,sponsor,story,ted,testimony,university,washington</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 31: Uplifting Suicide Awareness with Mark and Sarah Moss, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-31-uplifting-suicide-awareness-with-mark-and-sarah-moss-part-two--59426276</link><description><![CDATA[If you or a loved one are struggling, help is available. Speak with someone today by dialing 988 in the United States or by contacting your respective Suicide Crisis Hotline.<br /><br />UPLIFT is a yearly work-out day that strives to raise up the CrossFit community so that those who have lost, those who have survived, and those who want to support one another can have an outlet to come together. In Part Two of their conversation with Rick Hoaglund, Mark and Sarah Moss dig into the reasons they founded UPLIFT, why UPLIFT isn't just for CrossFit athletes, and how something as simple as getting out and moving can help in growing outreach and spreading Suicide Awareness in ways that nobody can imagine. <br /><br />To keep up with the Moss family and find out more about their UPLIFT program, visit <a href="https://www.uplift-wod.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.uplift-wod.com/</a> and follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/moss_fit_/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/moss_fit_/</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/upliftwod/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/upliftwod/.</a><br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59426276</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2024 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/59426276/ot_ep_31_audio_suicide_awareness_with_mark_sarah_moss_p2.mp3" length="28393409" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>If you or a loved one are struggling, help is available. Speak with someone today by dialing 988 in the United States or by contacting your respective Suicide Crisis Hotline.

UPLIFT is a yearly work-out day that strives to raise up the CrossFit...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[If you or a loved one are struggling, help is available. Speak with someone today by dialing 988 in the United States or by contacting your respective Suicide Crisis Hotline.<br /><br />UPLIFT is a yearly work-out day that strives to raise up the CrossFit community so that those who have lost, those who have survived, and those who want to support one another can have an outlet to come together. In Part Two of their conversation with Rick Hoaglund, Mark and Sarah Moss dig into the reasons they founded UPLIFT, why UPLIFT isn't just for CrossFit athletes, and how something as simple as getting out and moving can help in growing outreach and spreading Suicide Awareness in ways that nobody can imagine. <br /><br />To keep up with the Moss family and find out more about their UPLIFT program, visit <a href="https://www.uplift-wod.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.uplift-wod.com/</a> and follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/moss_fit_/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/moss_fit_/</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/upliftwod/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/upliftwod/.</a><br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1762</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>athlete,awareness,crossfit,depression,empathia,endorphin,gym,illness,mark,mental,moss,ontopic,pain,recovery,sarah,science,stigma,suicide,uplift,workout</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 30: Uplifting Suicide Awareness with Mark &amp; Sarah Moss, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-30-uplifting-suicide-awareness-with-mark-sarah-moss-part-one--59251377</link><description><![CDATA[If you or a loved one are struggling, help is available. Speak with someone today by dialing 988 in the United States or by contacting your respective Suicide Crisis Hotline.<br /><br />Suicide is a challenging topic. Each year, millions are affected by it around the globe, but the stigma around it proves challenging. In Part One of a two-part conversation, Mark and Sarah Moss sit down with Rick Hoaglund to talk about their personal experiences around suicide in the past, and how they’ve moved forward towards uplifting others with community outreach programs that impact real change in their communities.<br /><br />To keep up with the Moss family and find out more about their UPLIFT program, visit <a href="https://www.uplift-wod.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.uplift-wod.com/</a> and follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/moss_fit_/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/moss_fit_/</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/upliftwod/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/upliftwod/.</a><br /><br />Whether it’s delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at <a href="https://www.empathia.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.empathia.com</a>.<br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59251377</guid><pubDate>Wed, 03 Apr 2024 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/59251377/ot_ep_30_audio_suicide_awareness_with_mark_sarah_moss_p1.mp3" length="29535843" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>If you or a loved one are struggling, help is available. Speak with someone today by dialing 988 in the United States or by contacting your respective Suicide Crisis Hotline.

Suicide is a challenging topic. Each year, millions are affected by it...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[If you or a loved one are struggling, help is available. Speak with someone today by dialing 988 in the United States or by contacting your respective Suicide Crisis Hotline.<br /><br />Suicide is a challenging topic. Each year, millions are affected by it around the globe, but the stigma around it proves challenging. In Part One of a two-part conversation, Mark and Sarah Moss sit down with Rick Hoaglund to talk about their personal experiences around suicide in the past, and how they’ve moved forward towards uplifting others with community outreach programs that impact real change in their communities.<br /><br />To keep up with the Moss family and find out more about their UPLIFT program, visit <a href="https://www.uplift-wod.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.uplift-wod.com/</a> and follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/moss_fit_/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/moss_fit_/</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/upliftwod/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/upliftwod/.</a><br /><br />Whether it’s delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at <a href="https://www.empathia.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.empathia.com</a>.<br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1833</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>awareness,crossfit,depression,empathia,endorphin,gym,illness,mark,mental,moss,ontopic,pain,recovery,sarah,science,stigma,suicide,uplift,workout</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 29: First Responder Mental Health with Dr. I. David Daniels, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-29-first-responder-mental-health-with-dr-i-david-daniels-part-two--59048081</link><description><![CDATA[Keeping your mental health in check can be difficult in any profession, but it's particularly challenging in the emergency services and first responder communities. Often it's not the trauma that may be experienced on the clock, but rather the lingering effects of those traumas that can truly damage the toughest employees in any organization. Following up from last week's discussion on First Responder Mental Health, Dr. I. David Daniels returns to talk about tried-and-true solutions for changing your environment, educating others, and leveraging role responsibilities to better navigate psychosocial hazards and keep people safe in our most hazardous professions. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59048081</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2024 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/59048081/ot_ep_29_audio_first_responder_mental_health_p2.mp3" length="32345251" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Keeping your mental health in check can be difficult in any profession, but it's particularly challenging in the emergency services and first responder communities. Often it's not the trauma that may be experienced on the clock, but rather the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Keeping your mental health in check can be difficult in any profession, but it's particularly challenging in the emergency services and first responder communities. Often it's not the trauma that may be experienced on the clock, but rather the lingering effects of those traumas that can truly damage the toughest employees in any organization. Following up from last week's discussion on First Responder Mental Health, Dr. I. David Daniels returns to talk about tried-and-true solutions for changing your environment, educating others, and leveraging role responsibilities to better navigate psychosocial hazards and keep people safe in our most hazardous professions. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2009</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>daniels,david,emergency,empathia,ems,firefighter,first,health,hoaglund,i,medical,mental,ontopic,physical,police,responder,rick,safety,symptoms,trauma</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 28: First Responder Mental Health with Dr. I. David Daniels, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-28-first-responder-mental-health-with-dr-i-david-daniels-part-one--58938066</link><description><![CDATA[First Responders can suffer a variety of on-the-job hazards, but some of the most dangerous effects may not be visible to the naked eye. Dr. I. David Daniels is a life member of the International Association of Fire Chiefs and served over 30 years in Fire Rescue Emergency medical and emergency management organizations in three states. He also served two terms as a member of the National Safety Council Board of Directors and was the founding chair of the National Safety Council's Government and Public Sector Division, where he received the organization's highest honor, the Distinguished Service to Safety Award. Today, he's joining Rick Hoaglund to talk about the value of mental health services for First Responders around the globe, so that ones who are first on the scene are also the most well-equipped to handle what comes after. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58938066</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2024 06:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/58938066/ot_ep_28_audio_first_responder_mental_health_p1.mp3" length="29659233" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>First Responders can suffer a variety of on-the-job hazards, but some of the most dangerous effects may not be visible to the naked eye. Dr. I. David Daniels is a life member of the International Association of Fire Chiefs and served over 30 years in...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[First Responders can suffer a variety of on-the-job hazards, but some of the most dangerous effects may not be visible to the naked eye. Dr. I. David Daniels is a life member of the International Association of Fire Chiefs and served over 30 years in Fire Rescue Emergency medical and emergency management organizations in three states. He also served two terms as a member of the National Safety Council Board of Directors and was the founding chair of the National Safety Council's Government and Public Sector Division, where he received the organization's highest honor, the Distinguished Service to Safety Award. Today, he's joining Rick Hoaglund to talk about the value of mental health services for First Responders around the globe, so that ones who are first on the scene are also the most well-equipped to handle what comes after. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1841</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>daniels,david,emergency,empathia,ems,firefighter,first,health,hoaglund,i,medical,mental,ontopic,physical,police,responder,rick,safety,symptoms,trauma</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 27: Treating Seasonal Affective Disorder with Therese Sorrentino, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-27-treating-seasonal-affective-disorder-with-therese-sorrentino-part-two--58700082</link><description><![CDATA[Millions of Americans suffer the effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder every year, but what can be done? LMFT Therapist Therese Sorrentino returns to OnTopic to talk about home remedies, self-diagnosis, and the therapies she's used in her own practice to encourage healthier habits and more wholesome mindsets during the coldest season of the year.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58700082</guid><pubDate>Wed, 21 Feb 2024 06:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/58700082/ot_ep_27_audio_seasonal_affective_disorder_p2.mp3" length="26350978" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Millions of Americans suffer the effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder every year, but what can be done? LMFT Therapist Therese Sorrentino returns to OnTopic to talk about home remedies, self-diagnosis, and the therapies she's used in her own...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Millions of Americans suffer the effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder every year, but what can be done? LMFT Therapist Therese Sorrentino returns to OnTopic to talk about home remedies, self-diagnosis, and the therapies she's used in her own practice to encourage healthier habits and more wholesome mindsets during the coldest season of the year.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1634</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>affective,cold,depression,disorder,empathia,health,lightbox,lmft,mental,north,ontopic,physical,sad,seasonal,statistic,therapy,ultraviolet,wellbeing,winter</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 26: Diagnosing Seasonal Affective Disorder with Therese Sorrentino, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-26-diagnosing-seasonal-affective-disorder-with-therese-sorrentino-part-one--58538107</link><description><![CDATA[Have you ever found yourself feeling down in the winter? The days are shorter, the temperatures lower, and without some sunshine, things may start to look a little bleak. Seasonal Affective Disorder, or S.A.D. as it's more commonly known is a real condition, and millions of Americans are affected by it every single year. Rick invites LMFT Therapist Therese Sorrentino onto the show to talk about Seasonal Affective Disorder - where it comes from, why it happens, and most importantly, how we can start to see it in ourselves and curb the effects before the cold gets in. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58538107</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Feb 2024 06:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/58538107/ot_ep_26_audio_seasonal_affective_disorder_p1.mp3" length="22189296" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Have you ever found yourself feeling down in the winter? The days are shorter, the temperatures lower, and without some sunshine, things may start to look a little bleak. Seasonal Affective Disorder, or S.A.D. as it's more commonly known is a real...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Have you ever found yourself feeling down in the winter? The days are shorter, the temperatures lower, and without some sunshine, things may start to look a little bleak. Seasonal Affective Disorder, or S.A.D. as it's more commonly known is a real condition, and millions of Americans are affected by it every single year. Rick invites LMFT Therapist Therese Sorrentino onto the show to talk about Seasonal Affective Disorder - where it comes from, why it happens, and most importantly, how we can start to see it in ourselves and curb the effects before the cold gets in. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1374</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>affective,cold,depression,disorder,empathia,health,lightbox,lmft,mental,north,ontopic,physical,sad,seasonal,statistic,therapy,ultraviolet,wellbeing,winter</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 25: Healing Through Forgiveness with The LOVE &gt; hate Project Founder Buck Blodgett, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-25-healing-through-forgiveness-with-the-love-hate-project-founder-buck-blodgett-part-two--58336261</link><description><![CDATA[For a lot of us, Forgiveness can often feel impossible. Some trespasses may feel too great; some decisions too large to ignore when it comes to truly letting go. For Dr. Buck Blodgett, it's not so much an obligation, but a choice - you either choose to forgive, or you choose not to, and then you continue down the path that choice created. It's a core tenet of his book, 'A Message from Jessie', and a founding principal behind his organization, The Love &gt; hate Project, an organization dedicated to ending interpersonal violence by promoting forgiveness and presenting love. In this follow-up from last week's Part One, Kelly Parbs sits down with Buck to talk about the decisions he makes every day to choose forgiveness, and why the impossible may not be so daunting when we decide for ourselves what's truly best. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58336261</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2024 06:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/58336261/ot_ep_25_audio_forgiveness_with_buck_p2.mp3" length="30164795" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>For a lot of us, Forgiveness can often feel impossible. Some trespasses may feel too great; some decisions too large to ignore when it comes to truly letting go. For Dr. Buck Blodgett, it's not so much an obligation, but a choice - you either choose...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[For a lot of us, Forgiveness can often feel impossible. Some trespasses may feel too great; some decisions too large to ignore when it comes to truly letting go. For Dr. Buck Blodgett, it's not so much an obligation, but a choice - you either choose to forgive, or you choose not to, and then you continue down the path that choice created. It's a core tenet of his book, 'A Message from Jessie', and a founding principal behind his organization, The Love &gt; hate Project, an organization dedicated to ending interpersonal violence by promoting forgiveness and presenting love. In this follow-up from last week's Part One, Kelly Parbs sits down with Buck to talk about the decisions he makes every day to choose forgiveness, and why the impossible may not be so daunting when we decide for ourselves what's truly best. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1873</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>acceptance,anger,blodgett,buck,clinic,denial,distinctions,empathia,empathy,forgive,forgiveness,hate,jessie,love,mayo,ontopic,patience,project,therapy</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 24: Healing Through Forgiveness with The LOVE &gt; hate Project Founder Buck Blodgett, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-24-healing-through-forgiveness-with-the-love-hate-project-founder-buck-blodgett-part-one--58200329</link><description><![CDATA[Content/Trigger Warnings: This episode contains content including the death, violence, and sexual crimes from 2min30sec to 7min30sec and from 20min30sec to 22min. Listener Discretion is advised.<br /><br />It's easy to forgive the smaller trespasses in life - the occasional slip-up or minor accident often pale in comparison to some of life's greater challenges. Some of us may not even embrace forgiveness in the traditional sense, opting instead to simply 'move on' or 'let it go'. But sometimes, things happen that we can't control, and disaster strikes in the most unexpected of ways, prompting a deeper, more meaningful response that may not be so easy to forgive. In Part One of their conversation on Forgiveness, Kelly Parbs sits down with longtime collaborator and founder of The LOVE &gt; hate Project Founder Buck Blodgett to talk about just what forgiveness means to him, what the four key distinctions to true forgiveness are, and why he chose to forgive when an overwhelming tragedy befell his family on July 15th, 2013.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58200329</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2024 06:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/58200329/ot_ep_24_2_audio_forgiveness_with_buck.mp3" length="37272875" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Content/Trigger Warnings: This episode contains content including the death, violence, and sexual crimes from 2min30sec to 7min30sec and from 20min30sec to 22min. Listener Discretion is advised.

It's easy to forgive the smaller trespasses in life -...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Content/Trigger Warnings: This episode contains content including the death, violence, and sexual crimes from 2min30sec to 7min30sec and from 20min30sec to 22min. Listener Discretion is advised.<br /><br />It's easy to forgive the smaller trespasses in life - the occasional slip-up or minor accident often pale in comparison to some of life's greater challenges. Some of us may not even embrace forgiveness in the traditional sense, opting instead to simply 'move on' or 'let it go'. But sometimes, things happen that we can't control, and disaster strikes in the most unexpected of ways, prompting a deeper, more meaningful response that may not be so easy to forgive. In Part One of their conversation on Forgiveness, Kelly Parbs sits down with longtime collaborator and founder of The LOVE &gt; hate Project Founder Buck Blodgett to talk about just what forgiveness means to him, what the four key distinctions to true forgiveness are, and why he chose to forgive when an overwhelming tragedy befell his family on July 15th, 2013.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2318</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>acceptance,anger,blodgett,buck,clinic,denial,distinctions,empathia,empathy,forgive,forgiveness,hate,jessie,love,mayo,ontopic,patience,project,therapy</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 23: The Unheard Benefits of Music Therapy with Nancy Dexter-Schabow, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-23-the-unheard-benefits-of-music-therapy-with-nancy-dexter-schabow-part-two--58075373</link><description><![CDATA[How much of our brains are dedicated to remembering old jingles and theme songs? Why do certain songs make us so emotional? And most importantly - can Music Therapy work for just about anybody? Following up from Episode 22, Rick Hoaglund returns to the studio with Nancy Dexter-Schabow to talk about just how valuable Music Therapy can be as a tool for communication with nonverbal clients, by activating the various parts of the brain that illicit physical, emotional, and even inherent neurological responses. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58075373</guid><pubDate>Wed, 27 Dec 2023 06:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/58075373/ot_ep_23_audio_music_therapy_p2_mixdown.mp3" length="26134637" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>How much of our brains are dedicated to remembering old jingles and theme songs? Why do certain songs make us so emotional? And most importantly - can Music Therapy work for just about anybody? Following up from Episode 22, Rick Hoaglund returns to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[How much of our brains are dedicated to remembering old jingles and theme songs? Why do certain songs make us so emotional? And most importantly - can Music Therapy work for just about anybody? Following up from Episode 22, Rick Hoaglund returns to the studio with Nancy Dexter-Schabow to talk about just how valuable Music Therapy can be as a tool for communication with nonverbal clients, by activating the various parts of the brain that illicit physical, emotional, and even inherent neurological responses. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1622</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>acoustic,autism,beat,behavior,deaf,dexter,disabilities,empathia,healing,medicaid,multisensory,music,nancy,ontopic,pain,practice,rhythm,schabow,therapy,waiver</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 22: The Unheard Benefits of Music Therapy with Nancy Dexter-Schabow, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-22-the-unheard-benefits-of-music-therapy-with-nancy-dexter-schabow-part-one--57977003</link><description><![CDATA[Have you ever heard the expression, "Music is good for the soul? "Turns out, it's good for your mental health too! Whether you can carry a tune or not, Music Therapist Nancy Dexter-Schabow says that every one of us has a song in their heart and that everybody, even the hard of hearing, can learn and grow through the benefits of music therapy. That's why she's sitting down with host Rick Hoaglund for a two-part conversation on the nature of music in physical and emotional healing, how music therapy is actually a practice dating all the way back to biblical times, and the secret to getting into an industry that's only growing as people continue to seek out new healing methods.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57977003</guid><pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2023 06:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/57977003/ot_ep_22_audio_music_therapy_with_nancy_dexter_schabow_p1.mp3" length="26032878" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Have you ever heard the expression, "Music is good for the soul? "Turns out, it's good for your mental health too! Whether you can carry a tune or not, Music Therapist Nancy Dexter-Schabow says that every one of us has a song in their heart and that...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Have you ever heard the expression, "Music is good for the soul? "Turns out, it's good for your mental health too! Whether you can carry a tune or not, Music Therapist Nancy Dexter-Schabow says that every one of us has a song in their heart and that everybody, even the hard of hearing, can learn and grow through the benefits of music therapy. That's why she's sitting down with host Rick Hoaglund for a two-part conversation on the nature of music in physical and emotional healing, how music therapy is actually a practice dating all the way back to biblical times, and the secret to getting into an industry that's only growing as people continue to seek out new healing methods.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1616</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>acoustic,autism,beat,behavior,deaf,dexter,disabilities,empathia,healing,medicaid,multisensory,music,nancy,ontopic,pain,practice,rhythm,schabow,therapy,waiver</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 21: The Effects of Sleep on Mental Health with Dr. Rajesh Balagani, Part Two</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-21-the-effects-of-sleep-on-mental-health-with-dr-rajesh-balagani-part-two--57582675</link><description><![CDATA[Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise - or at least it would, if so many of us weren't suffering from sleeping disorders. In their follow-up from last week's conversation on the effects of sleep on mental health, host Rick Hoaglund and Dr. Rajesh Balagani dig into sleeping disorders - why they happen, how they affect us, and what we can do to curb the trend - before diving into REM cycles, therapeutic remedies, and how you can optimize your resting hours to get the maximum benefit from a good night's rest. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b> <br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57582675</guid><pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2023 06:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/57582675/ot_ep_21_audio_sleep_it_s_impact_p2_mixdown.mp3" length="27431435" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise - or at least it would, if so many of us weren't suffering from sleeping disorders. In their follow-up from last week's conversation on the effects of sleep on mental health, host...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise - or at least it would, if so many of us weren't suffering from sleeping disorders. In their follow-up from last week's conversation on the effects of sleep on mental health, host Rick Hoaglund and Dr. Rajesh Balagani dig into sleeping disorders - why they happen, how they affect us, and what we can do to curb the trend - before diving into REM cycles, therapeutic remedies, and how you can optimize your resting hours to get the maximum benefit from a good night's rest. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b> <br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1704</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>apnea,balagani,brain,cycle,disorder,eeg,empathia,health,heart,mental,ontopic,rajesh,recommended,rem,rest,restless,sleep,snoring,study,therapy</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 20: The Effects of Sleep on Mental Health with Dr. Rajesh Balagani, Part One</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-20-the-effects-of-sleep-on-mental-health-with-dr-rajesh-balagani-part-one--57582673</link><description><![CDATA[When you go to bed, are you one of the lucky people can simply turn off the lights and drift into dreamland? Or are you, like millions of other Americans, struggling to fall asleep? In Part One of this Two-Part exploration into Sleep and it's effects on Mental Health, Dr. Rajesh Balagani explains why sleep is so important on a biological level to our larger wellbeing, and how a few simple steps can start to curb poor resting habits in practically everybody's life. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com.<br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57582673</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2023 06:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/57582673/ot_ep_20_audio_sleep_it_s_impact_p1.mp3" length="30441640" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>When you go to bed, are you one of the lucky people can simply turn off the lights and drift into dreamland? Or are you, like millions of other Americans, struggling to fall asleep? In Part One of this Two-Part exploration into Sleep and it's effects...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[When you go to bed, are you one of the lucky people can simply turn off the lights and drift into dreamland? Or are you, like millions of other Americans, struggling to fall asleep? In Part One of this Two-Part exploration into Sleep and it's effects on Mental Health, Dr. Rajesh Balagani explains why sleep is so important on a biological level to our larger wellbeing, and how a few simple steps can start to curb poor resting habits in practically everybody's life. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com.<br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1892</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>apnea,balagani,brain,cycle,disorder,eeg,empathia,health,heart,mental,ontopic,rajesh,recommended,rem,rest,restless,sleep,snoring,study,therapy</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 19: Active Shooter Awareness with Dr. Mary Schoenfeldt, Part 2</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-active-shooter-awareness-with-dr-mary-schoenfeldt-part-2--57401677</link><description><![CDATA[Is it better to run, hide, or fight? When it comes to responding to an active shooter, there's drills, strategies, and even testimonials that you can train on, but Dr. Schoenfeldt says that teaching's the real secret. Following up from last week, Kelly dives back into active shooter response management with Dr. Mary Schoenfeldt, an emergency management professional with experience going back to responding to Sandy Hook in December of 2012, to talk about how various communities have responded to their own tragedies since, and what we can do to be more aware in case it happens again. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57401677</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2023 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/57401677/ot_ep_19_audio_active_shooter_mary_p2.mp3" length="42387433" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Is it better to run, hide, or fight? When it comes to responding to an active shooter, there's drills, strategies, and even testimonials that you can train on, but Dr. Schoenfeldt says that teaching's the real secret. Following up from last week,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Is it better to run, hide, or fight? When it comes to responding to an active shooter, there's drills, strategies, and even testimonials that you can train on, but Dr. Schoenfeldt says that teaching's the real secret. Following up from last week, Kelly dives back into active shooter response management with Dr. Mary Schoenfeldt, an emergency management professional with experience going back to responding to Sandy Hook in December of 2012, to talk about how various communities have responded to their own tragedies since, and what we can do to be more aware in case it happens again. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2639</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>active,awareness,children,columbine,community,drill,emergency,empathia,empathy,family,mary,media,news,ontopic,parent,planning,schoenfeldt,school,shooter,tragedy</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 18: Active Shooter Awareness with Dr. Mary Schoenfeldt, Part 1</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-active-shooter-awareness-with-dr-mary-schoenfeldt-part-1--57215406</link><description><![CDATA[Active Shooter. It's a phrase that strikes an immediate sense of warning in all of us; a notion so terrible that many of us can only hope we'll never be forced to face it in our own communities. But for some, tragedy may have already struck, and gaining a greater understanding of the problem may be one of the keys to developing a more empathetic, understanding community. That's what Dr. Mary Schoenfeldt thinks anyway - she's an emergency management professional who has extensive background and experience in active shooter responses of all different natures. That's why she's sitting down with Kelly Parbs to talk about facing the problem head on in Part One of this Two-Part series on Active Shooter Awareness - and how communities can start to lay the groundwork now for a stronger and healthier emergency infrastructure. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><b></b><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57215406</guid><pubDate>Wed, 18 Oct 2023 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/57215406/ot_ep_18_audio_active_shooter_mary_p1.mp3" length="44927507" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Active Shooter. It's a phrase that strikes an immediate sense of warning in all of us; a notion so terrible that many of us can only hope we'll never be forced to face it in our own communities. But for some, tragedy may have already struck, and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Active Shooter. It's a phrase that strikes an immediate sense of warning in all of us; a notion so terrible that many of us can only hope we'll never be forced to face it in our own communities. But for some, tragedy may have already struck, and gaining a greater understanding of the problem may be one of the keys to developing a more empathetic, understanding community. That's what Dr. Mary Schoenfeldt thinks anyway - she's an emergency management professional who has extensive background and experience in active shooter responses of all different natures. That's why she's sitting down with Kelly Parbs to talk about facing the problem head on in Part One of this Two-Part series on Active Shooter Awareness - and how communities can start to lay the groundwork now for a stronger and healthier emergency infrastructure. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><b></b><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2798</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>active,awareness,children,columbine,community,drill,emergency,empathia,empathy,family,mary,media,news,ontopic,parent,planning,schoenfeldt,school,shooter,tragedy</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 17: Mental Health Around The World, Part 2</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-mental-health-around-the-world-part-2--57050268</link><description><![CDATA[Self care. It's a relatively new term as far as understanding mental health is concerned when it comes to the general population, but it's not often something people really think about in regards to their own well-being. Like in Mexico, where Deborah Loffler says people think about self care more as going to the gym to get physically fit rather than in their own minds. Or in New Zealand, where Jolie Wills says people are really starting warming up to the idea after the Christchurch earthquake. In Part 2 of this special panel on Mental Health around with World, Jill Sanchez returns with guests Deborah, Jolie, Steph Evans, and Sara Laskowski to talk about normalizing mental health care, and the kinds of barriers we tend to put up around ourselves, our homes, and our workplaces, that can get in the way. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><b></b><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57050268</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Oct 2023 05:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/57050268/ot_ep_17_r_audio_mental_health_panel_p2.mp3" length="33598510" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Self care. It's a relatively new term as far as understanding mental health is concerned when it comes to the general population, but it's not often something people really think about in regards to their own well-being. Like in Mexico, where Deborah...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Self care. It's a relatively new term as far as understanding mental health is concerned when it comes to the general population, but it's not often something people really think about in regards to their own well-being. Like in Mexico, where Deborah Loffler says people think about self care more as going to the gym to get physically fit rather than in their own minds. Or in New Zealand, where Jolie Wills says people are really starting warming up to the idea after the Christchurch earthquake. In Part 2 of this special panel on Mental Health around with World, Jill Sanchez returns with guests Deborah, Jolie, Steph Evans, and Sara Laskowski to talk about normalizing mental health care, and the kinds of barriers we tend to put up around ourselves, our homes, and our workplaces, that can get in the way. <br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><b></b><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2091</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>day,deborah,empathia,evans,health,jill,jolie,laskowski,loffler,mental,mexico,new,october,ontopic,sanchez,sara,steph,wills,world,zealand</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 16: Mental Health Around The World, Part 1</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-mental-health-around-the-world-part-1--56792198</link><description><![CDATA[North, south, east, west—no matter where you are everybody struggles with mental health. World Mental Health Day, on October 10th, is a chance to remember that none of us are alone. All over the world people share the same feelings of excitement, sadness, melancholy, and more, regardless of their situation. That's why, this week, Jill Sanchez is kicking off a two-part panel discussion from some of our favorite new and returning guests to OnTopic—Jolie Wills from New Zealand, Deborah Loffler from Mexico, Steph Evans from the United Kingdom, and Sara Laskowski from the United States—to talk about the struggles they've shared working with other people around the world and what World Mental Health Day means to them.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><b></b><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56792198</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2023 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56792198/ot_ep_16_revised_audio_mental_health_panel_p1.mp3" length="26190483" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>North, south, east, west—no matter where you are everybody struggles with mental health. World Mental Health Day, on October 10th, is a chance to remember that none of us are alone. All over the world people share the same feelings of excitement,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[North, south, east, west—no matter where you are everybody struggles with mental health. World Mental Health Day, on October 10th, is a chance to remember that none of us are alone. All over the world people share the same feelings of excitement, sadness, melancholy, and more, regardless of their situation. That's why, this week, Jill Sanchez is kicking off a two-part panel discussion from some of our favorite new and returning guests to OnTopic—Jolie Wills from New Zealand, Deborah Loffler from Mexico, Steph Evans from the United Kingdom, and Sara Laskowski from the United States—to talk about the struggles they've shared working with other people around the world and what World Mental Health Day means to them.<br /><br />Whether it's delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion, and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><b></b><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1628</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>day,deborah,empathia,evans,health,jill,jolie,laskowski,loffler,mental,mexico,new,october,ontopic,sanchez,sara,steph,wills,world,zealand</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 15: Preventing Teen Suicide with Clark Flatt, Part 2</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-preventing-teen-suicide-with-clark-flatt-part-2--56580901</link><description><![CDATA[There's a surprising amount of signs that can precede a suicide attempt. People may experience symptoms of melancholy, rapid moodswings, severe depression, and more. In this follow-up from our previous episode, Rick Hoaglund joins Clark Flatt, President and Founder of the Jason Foundation, to talk about the signs you may be able to spot for suicide prevention and the best ways to communicate with a potential victim in times of crisis.<br /><br />If you or a loved one are experiencing a crisis, you are not alone. Dial 911, 988, 1-800-273-TALK, or text 'JASON' to 741741. Find out how to get involved at the Jason Foundation at https://www.jasonfoundation.com.<br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com.<br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56580901</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56580901/ot_ep_15_revised_audio_teen_suicide_p2.mp3" length="30258418" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>There's a surprising amount of signs that can precede a suicide attempt. People may experience symptoms of melancholy, rapid moodswings, severe depression, and more. In this follow-up from our previous episode, Rick Hoaglund joins Clark Flatt,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[There's a surprising amount of signs that can precede a suicide attempt. People may experience symptoms of melancholy, rapid moodswings, severe depression, and more. In this follow-up from our previous episode, Rick Hoaglund joins Clark Flatt, President and Founder of the Jason Foundation, to talk about the signs you may be able to spot for suicide prevention and the best ways to communicate with a potential victim in times of crisis.<br /><br />If you or a loved one are experiencing a crisis, you are not alone. Dial 911, 988, 1-800-273-TALK, or text 'JASON' to 741741. Find out how to get involved at the Jason Foundation at https://www.jasonfoundation.com.<br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com.<br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1883</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adolescence,anxiety,childcare,clark,depression,empathia,flatt,foundation,health,hoaglund,hotline,jason,mental,ontopic,parenting,prevention,rick,suicide,teen,therapy</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 14: Preventing Teen Suicide with Clark Flatt, Part 1</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-preventing-teen-suicide-with-clark-flatt-part-1--56569943</link><description><![CDATA[Warning: The following interview contains graphic depictions of suicide. Viewer discretion is advised.<br /><br />Suicide is one of the leading causes of preventable death in our nation today. Every week, Americans lose an average of more than 125 youths to this tragedy. As waters continue to rise, what can be done? How can parents help? And is there anything we can do to prevent it? Rick Hoaglund sits down with Clark Flatt, President and Founder of The Jason Foundation, to talk about the signs, solutions, and how the foundation got started following a terrible tragedy in the summer of 1997.<br /><br />If you or a loved one are experiencing a crisis, you are not alone. Dial 911, 988, 1-800-273-TALK, or text 'JASON' to 741741. Find out how to get involved at the Jason Foundation at https://www.jasonfoundation.com.<br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com.<br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56569943</guid><pubDate>Wed, 23 Aug 2023 18:56:13 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56569943/ot_ep_14_audio_revised_teen_suicide_prevention_p1.mp3" length="46633258" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Warning: The following interview contains graphic depictions of suicide. Viewer discretion is advised.

Suicide is one of the leading causes of preventable death in our nation today. Every week, Americans lose an average of more than 125 youths to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Warning: The following interview contains graphic depictions of suicide. Viewer discretion is advised.<br /><br />Suicide is one of the leading causes of preventable death in our nation today. Every week, Americans lose an average of more than 125 youths to this tragedy. As waters continue to rise, what can be done? How can parents help? And is there anything we can do to prevent it? Rick Hoaglund sits down with Clark Flatt, President and Founder of The Jason Foundation, to talk about the signs, solutions, and how the foundation got started following a terrible tragedy in the summer of 1997.<br /><br />If you or a loved one are experiencing a crisis, you are not alone. Dial 911, 988, 1-800-273-TALK, or text 'JASON' to 741741. Find out how to get involved at the Jason Foundation at https://www.jasonfoundation.com.<br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com.<br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1937</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adolescence,anxiety,childcare,clark,depression,empathia,flatt,foundation,health,hoaglund,hotline,jason,mental,ontopic,parenting,prevention,rick,suicide,teen,therapy</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 13: Surviving the Christchurch Earthquake with Jolie Wills, Part 2</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-surviving-the-christchurch-earthquake-with-jolie-wills-part-2--56179461</link><description><![CDATA[How does a community recover from a devastating natural disaster? Where do businesses get started again? How are homes rebuilt? And when do families start healing? In this follow-up episode, Christchurch earthquake survivor Jolie Wills joins Rick Hoaglund once again to talk about how her community responded to the devastation, and how her own experiences would go on to shape her career in disaster response and leadership orientation in times of crisis.<br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56179461</guid><pubDate>Wed, 09 Aug 2023 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56179461/ot_ep_13_audio_natural_disasters_p2.mp3" length="37001993" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>How does a community recover from a devastating natural disaster? Where do businesses get started again? How are homes rebuilt? And when do families start healing? In this follow-up episode, Christchurch earthquake survivor Jolie Wills joins Rick...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[How does a community recover from a devastating natural disaster? Where do businesses get started again? How are homes rebuilt? And when do families start healing? In this follow-up episode, Christchurch earthquake survivor Jolie Wills joins Rick Hoaglund once again to talk about how her community responded to the devastation, and how her own experiences would go on to shape her career in disaster response and leadership orientation in times of crisis.<br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2305</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christchurch,cross,disaster,earthquake,empathia,hoaglund,jolie,leader,magnitutude,natural,new,ontopic,pressure,red,richter,rick,survive,testimony,wills,zealand</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 12: Surviving the Christchurch Earthquake with Jolie Wills, Part 1</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-surviving-the-christchurch-earthquake-with-jolie-wills-part-1--56179460</link><description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011, a 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck the city of Christchurch, New Zealand in what would go on to be the country’s fifth-deadliest natural disaster. Homes were lost, businesses destroyed, local monuments demolished and families were devastated by the rampant destruction that roared forth from the earth. And nobody knows it better than Jolie Wills, who not only served with the Red Cross in responding to the earthquake but also survived the event herself with her husband and children when their own house was nearly toppled that fateful day. In Part One of this two-part interview, Jolie joins host Rick Hoaglund to talk about just how devastating the Christchurch earthquake was, through the eyes of somebody who was on the ground, on the day, and for every day after.<br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56179460</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Jul 2023 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56179460/ot_ep_12_audio_natural_disasters_p1.mp3" length="32221453" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011, a 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck the city of Christchurch, New Zealand in what would go on to be the country’s fifth-deadliest natural disaster. Homes were lost, businesses destroyed, local monuments demolished and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011, a 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck the city of Christchurch, New Zealand in what would go on to be the country’s fifth-deadliest natural disaster. Homes were lost, businesses destroyed, local monuments demolished and families were devastated by the rampant destruction that roared forth from the earth. And nobody knows it better than Jolie Wills, who not only served with the Red Cross in responding to the earthquake but also survived the event herself with her husband and children when their own house was nearly toppled that fateful day. In Part One of this two-part interview, Jolie joins host Rick Hoaglund to talk about just how devastating the Christchurch earthquake was, through the eyes of somebody who was on the ground, on the day, and for every day after.<br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2006</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christchurch,cross,disaster,earthquake,empathia,hoaglund,jolie,leader,magnitutude,natural,new,ontopic,pressure,red,richter,rick,survive,testimony,wills,zealand</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 11: Receiving a Cancer Diagnosis with Jessica Storm, Part 2</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-receiving-a-cancer-diagnosis-with-jessica-storm-part-2--54830834</link><description><![CDATA[Following her cancer treatment, Jessica Storm was excited to get back to the usual hustle and bustle. With a new baby at home, normalcy would've been a welcome routine, if not for a fateful call from her oncologist when she discovered that her cancer journey was far from over. In this follow up from Part 1, Jessica talks through discovering a tumor in her brain, and the entirely new set of challenges that came soon after. <br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54830834</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Jul 2023 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/54830834/ot_ep_11_audio_cancer_p2.mp3" length="32418707" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Following her cancer treatment, Jessica Storm was excited to get back to the usual hustle and bustle. With a new baby at home, normalcy would've been a welcome routine, if not for a fateful call from her oncologist when she discovered that her cancer...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Following her cancer treatment, Jessica Storm was excited to get back to the usual hustle and bustle. With a new baby at home, normalcy would've been a welcome routine, if not for a fateful call from her oncologist when she discovered that her cancer journey was far from over. In this follow up from Part 1, Jessica talks through discovering a tumor in her brain, and the entirely new set of challenges that came soon after. <br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2024</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>baby,breast,cancer,chemo,childcare,diagnosis,empathia,expecting,jess,jessica,kelly,metastasize,mom,ontopic,parbs,parent,pregnant,storm,therapy,tumor</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 10: Receiving a Cancer Diagnosis with Jessica Storm, Part 1</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-receiving-a-cancer-diagnosis-with-jessica-storm-part-1--54830833</link><description><![CDATA[Bad news is never easy to hear, especially when it concerns the ones you love. But when you receive a diagnosis of a life-threatening illness, what do you do? That's what Jessica Storm faced when she was diagnosed with breast cancer while 28 weeks pregnant, along with the flurry of challenging decisions and difficult moments that followed. That's why she's sitting down with Kelly Parbs to tell her story, talk through her treatments, and inspire others who may also find themselves in a similarly challenging situation. <br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54830833</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jun 2023 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/54830833/ot_ep_10_audio_cancer_diagnosis_p1.mp3" length="28611293" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Bad news is never easy to hear, especially when it concerns the ones you love. But when you receive a diagnosis of a life-threatening illness, what do you do? That's what Jessica Storm faced when she was diagnosed with breast cancer while 28 weeks...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Bad news is never easy to hear, especially when it concerns the ones you love. But when you receive a diagnosis of a life-threatening illness, what do you do? That's what Jessica Storm faced when she was diagnosed with breast cancer while 28 weeks pregnant, along with the flurry of challenging decisions and difficult moments that followed. That's why she's sitting down with Kelly Parbs to tell her story, talk through her treatments, and inspire others who may also find themselves in a similarly challenging situation. <br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1785</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>baby,breast,cancer,chemo,childcare,diagnosis,empathia,expecting,jess,jessica,kelly,metastasize,mom,ontopic,parbs,parent,pregnant,storm,therapy,tumor</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 9: Swatting with Jill Sanchez</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-swatting-with-jill-sanchez--54143831</link><description><![CDATA[You may have heard of swatting before - the act of calling high-level police forces on others with false accusations of impending violence - but where did it come from, and how did it start? Is it dangerous? And most importantly, what can be done about it? Rick Hoaglund sits down with Jill Sanchez, employee assistance program counselor with over 25 years of experience performing critical assistance for people involved in traumatic incidents to talk about the rise of this strange phenomenon, and how we can all take steps to help those of us affected most by these terrible incidents. <br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54143831</guid><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jun 2023 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/54143831/ot_ep_9_audio_swatting_with_jill_sanchez.mp3" length="32088957" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>You may have heard of swatting before - the act of calling high-level police forces on others with false accusations of impending violence - but where did it come from, and how did it start? Is it dangerous? And most importantly, what can be done...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[You may have heard of swatting before - the act of calling high-level police forces on others with false accusations of impending violence - but where did it come from, and how did it start? Is it dangerous? And most importantly, what can be done about it? Rick Hoaglund sits down with Jill Sanchez, employee assistance program counselor with over 25 years of experience performing critical assistance for people involved in traumatic incidents to talk about the rise of this strange phenomenon, and how we can all take steps to help those of us affected most by these terrible incidents. <br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2004</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>counseling,crime,empathia,firearm,gaming,gun,hoaglund,jill,online,ontopic,police,prank,ptsd,rick,sanchez,school,swatting,therapy,trauma,violence</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 8: Introducing Trauma-Informed Care in Your Organization with Scott Webb</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-introducing-trauma-informed-care-in-your-organization-with-scott-webb--54045853</link><description><![CDATA[Last time on OnTopic, Trauma-Informed Care Coordinator Scott Webb talked to Rick about the Six Principles of Trauma-Informed Care, a new approach to professional engagement that involves peering into a complete picture of any individual’s entire life and the traumas that have shaped their behavior since. But how does an organization start to implement trauma-informed care? What are the best practices? And can any organization simply start on a whim, or is trauma-informed care limited to healthcare and educational workplaces? The answers might just surprise you.<br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br />Support Scott Webb: <br /><br />LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-webb-mse-408392143/<br />DHS Resilient Wisconsin: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/resilient/index.htm<br />Scott's Email Newsletter: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/WIDHS/subscriber/newtopic_id=WIDHS_41<br /><br />Find More Resources from Empathia at: <br /><br />Website: https://www.empathia.com<br />Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc<br />YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog<br />LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54045853</guid><pubDate>Wed, 31 May 2023 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/54045853/ot_ep_8_audio_trauma_informed_care_with_scott_webb_p2.mp3" length="23752497" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Last time on OnTopic, Trauma-Informed Care Coordinator Scott Webb talked to Rick about the Six Principles of Trauma-Informed Care, a new approach to professional engagement that involves peering into a complete picture of any individual’s entire life...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Last time on OnTopic, Trauma-Informed Care Coordinator Scott Webb talked to Rick about the Six Principles of Trauma-Informed Care, a new approach to professional engagement that involves peering into a complete picture of any individual’s entire life and the traumas that have shaped their behavior since. But how does an organization start to implement trauma-informed care? What are the best practices? And can any organization simply start on a whim, or is trauma-informed care limited to healthcare and educational workplaces? The answers might just surprise you.<br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br />Support Scott Webb: <br /><br />LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-webb-mse-408392143/<br />DHS Resilient Wisconsin: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/resilient/index.htm<br />Scott's Email Newsletter: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/WIDHS/subscriber/newtopic_id=WIDHS_41<br /><br />Find More Resources from Empathia at: <br /><br />Website: https://www.empathia.com<br />Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc<br />YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog<br />LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1482</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>care,career,children,communication,empathia,fire,hoaglund,job,mse,nonviolent,of,ofnr,ontopic,organization,rick,scott,trauma,university,webb,wisconsin</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 7: The Six Principles of Trauma-Informed Care with Scott Webb</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-the-six-principles-of-trauma-informed-care-with-scott-webb--53896652</link><description><![CDATA[Does adversity in childhood affect a person's health long-term? Organizations across the United States have developed a new way of understanding and managing employees - trauma-informed care - but does it really work? Rick Hoaglund sits down with Scott Webb, trauma-informed care coordinator at theUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison to talk about the six principles of trauma-informed care and how executives, managers, and even employees can utilize a variety of available tools to help. <br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Support Scott Webb: </b><br /><ul><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-webb-mse-408392143/</li></ul><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b> <br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53896652</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 May 2023 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53896652/ot_ep_7_audio_trauma_informed_care_p1.mp3" length="28930746" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Does adversity in childhood affect a person's health long-term? Organizations across the United States have developed a new way of understanding and managing employees - trauma-informed care - but does it really work? Rick Hoaglund sits down with...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Does adversity in childhood affect a person's health long-term? Organizations across the United States have developed a new way of understanding and managing employees - trauma-informed care - but does it really work? Rick Hoaglund sits down with Scott Webb, trauma-informed care coordinator at theUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison to talk about the six principles of trauma-informed care and how executives, managers, and even employees can utilize a variety of available tools to help. <br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Support Scott Webb: </b><br /><ul><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-webb-mse-408392143/</li></ul><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b> <br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1806</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>abuse,ace,betrayal,care,dysfunction,empathia,hoaglund,mse,neglect,of,ontopic,rick,samsa,scott,study,substance,trauma,university,webb,wisconsin</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 6: Assisting Young Adults in Mental Health with Bill Mulcahy</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-assisting-young-adults-in-mental-health-with-bill-mulcahy--53710467</link><description><![CDATA[If so many Young Adults suffer mental health issues, what's the solution? Is there a 'fix' for such a widespread problem? How do individuals start to tackle an unseen issue in their communities Professional counselor and psychotherapist Bill Mulcahy returns to talk about developing twelve key coping strategies to help any adult, young or old, and how putting emphasis on community-oriented programs might be the most important solution of them all. <br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Support Bill Mulcahy: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.wellnesswithbill.com</li><li>Books: https://www.wellnesswithbill.com</li></ul><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53710467</guid><pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2023 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53710467/ot_ep_6_audio_assisting_young_adults_in_mental_health_with_bill_mulcahy.mp3" length="26456459" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>If so many Young Adults suffer mental health issues, what's the solution? Is there a 'fix' for such a widespread problem? 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Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Support Bill Mulcahy: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.wellnesswithbill.com</li><li>Books: https://www.wellnesswithbill.com</li></ul><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1652</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adolescents,adults,anxiety,bill,change,climate,depression,empathia,health,kelly,mental,mindfulness,mulcahy,new,ontopic,parbs,social,stress,therapy,young</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 5: Understanding Mental Health in Young Adults with Bill Mulcahy</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-understanding-mental-health-in-young-adults-with-bill-mulcahy--53575327</link><description><![CDATA[Over 48% of Young Adults say that they experience mental health issues in their daily lives, but what exactly does this mean? Are new adults today more deeply affected by the world around them? What are the causes for the hopelessness and despair many feel? And how does the newer generation’s deeper connection to technology affect them? Kelly Parbs sits down with licensed professional counselor and psychotherapist Bill Mulcahy to get to the bottom of just what’s causing so much anxiety, stress, and general fatigue in young adults today – and what we can do to change it.<br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Support Bill Mulcahy: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.wellnesswithbill.com</li><li>Books: https://www.wellnesswithbill.com</li></ul><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b> <br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53575327</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Apr 2023 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53575327/ot_ep_5_audio_young_adults_mental_health.mp3" length="30401585" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Over 48% of Young Adults say that they experience mental health issues in their daily lives, but what exactly does this mean? Are new adults today more deeply affected by the world around them? What are the causes for the hopelessness and despair many...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Over 48% of Young Adults say that they experience mental health issues in their daily lives, but what exactly does this mean? Are new adults today more deeply affected by the world around them? What are the causes for the hopelessness and despair many feel? And how does the newer generation’s deeper connection to technology affect them? Kelly Parbs sits down with licensed professional counselor and psychotherapist Bill Mulcahy to get to the bottom of just what’s causing so much anxiety, stress, and general fatigue in young adults today – and what we can do to change it.<br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Support Bill Mulcahy: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.wellnesswithbill.com</li><li>Books: https://www.wellnesswithbill.com</li></ul><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b> <br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1899</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adolescents,adults,anxiety,bill,change,climate,depression,empathia,health,kelly,mental,mindfulness,mulcahy,new,ontopic,parbs,socialization,stress,therapy,young</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 4: Resolving Compassion Fatigue with Philip Chard</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-resolving-compassion-fatigue-with-philip-chard--53394392</link><description><![CDATA[Compassion Fatigue affects millions of caretakers around the world, but what can be done about it? Philip Chard digs into the solutions that have proven effective in organizations around the country, for both the personal and the professional, to reveal how activities as simple as singing in the car can help to bolster emotion and stem the physical and mental problems that can come with Compassion Fatigue.<br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most.<br /><br /><b>Support Philip Chard: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.philipchard.com</li><li>Book - Nature's Ways: ibit.ly/GlkN</li><li>Book - The Healing Earth: ibit.ly/uqOn</li><li>Book - Beast Management: ibit.ly/rDGY</li></ul><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc.</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53394392</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Apr 2023 05:05:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53394392/ot_ep_4_audio_compassion_fatigue.mp3" length="36485935" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Compassion Fatigue affects millions of caretakers around the world, but what can be done about it? 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Philip Chard digs into the solutions that have proven effective in organizations around the country, for both the personal and the professional, to reveal how activities as simple as singing in the car can help to bolster emotion and stem the physical and mental problems that can come with Compassion Fatigue.<br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, OnTopic with Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most.<br /><br /><b>Support Philip Chard: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.philipchard.com</li><li>Book - Nature's Ways: ibit.ly/GlkN</li><li>Book - The Healing Earth: ibit.ly/uqOn</li><li>Book - Beast Management: ibit.ly/rDGY</li></ul><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc.</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2281</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>caregivers,chard,compassion,coping,depression,dysfunction,empathia,fatigue,healthcare,kelly,mind,my,of,out,parbs,philip,ptsd,satir,virginia,wellbeing</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 3: Compassion Fatigue with Philip Chard</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-compassion-fatigue-with-philip-chard--52662037</link><description><![CDATA[What is Compassion Fatigue? This week on OnTopic with Empathia, host Kelly Parbs introduces herself and her guest, psychotherapist and author Philip Chard, to explain just how Compassion Fatigue begins to affect caregivers in all walks of life, both personal and professional, and reveal a few ways you can identify susceptibility and avoid what he calls the dreaded 'rain-barrel' effect. <br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Support Philip Chard: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.philipchard.com</li><li>Book - Nature's Ways: ibit.ly/GlkN</li><li>Book - The Healing Earth: ibit.ly/uqOn</li><li>Book - Beast Management: ibit.ly/rDGY</li></ul><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc.</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52662037</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Mar 2023 05:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52662037/ot_ep_3_audio_compassion_fatigue.mp3" length="32368690" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What is Compassion Fatigue? This week on OnTopic with Empathia, host Kelly Parbs introduces herself and her guest, psychotherapist and author Philip Chard, to explain just how Compassion Fatigue begins to affect caregivers in all walks of life, both...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What is Compassion Fatigue? This week on OnTopic with Empathia, host Kelly Parbs introduces herself and her guest, psychotherapist and author Philip Chard, to explain just how Compassion Fatigue begins to affect caregivers in all walks of life, both personal and professional, and reveal a few ways you can identify susceptibility and avoid what he calls the dreaded 'rain-barrel' effect. <br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com. <br /><br /><b>Support Philip Chard: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.philipchard.com</li><li>Book - Nature's Ways: ibit.ly/GlkN</li><li>Book - The Healing Earth: ibit.ly/uqOn</li><li>Book - Beast Management: ibit.ly/rDGY</li></ul><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc.</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2023</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>burnout,caregivers,chard,compassion,coping,depression,dysfunction,empathia,fatigue,healthcare,kelly,mind,my,of,out,parbs,philip,ptsd,responder,wellbeing</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 2: Combating Violence in Childrens' Media with Bob VandePol</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-combating-violence-in-childrens-media-with-bob-vandepol--52676430</link><description><![CDATA[It seems like there's more violence portrayed in our entertainment consumption than ever before - but is that really true? Rick continues his conversation with Crisis Management expert Bob VandePol to talk about the influence that movies, television, video games, and the almighty internet have on children's development in regards to portrayed violence, from both perspectives, to find out why it's so critical to develop an empathy-forward mindset with your kids - and uncover the resources any parent can use to help. <br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com.<br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52676430</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Mar 2023 06:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52676430/ot_ep_2_audio_talking_to_children_about_violence.mp3" length="27942428" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>It seems like there's more violence portrayed in our entertainment consumption than ever before - but is that really true? Rick continues his conversation with Crisis Management expert Bob VandePol to talk about the influence that movies, television,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[It seems like there's more violence portrayed in our entertainment consumption than ever before - but is that really true? Rick continues his conversation with Crisis Management expert Bob VandePol to talk about the influence that movies, television, video games, and the almighty internet have on children's development in regards to portrayed violence, from both perspectives, to find out why it's so critical to develop an empathy-forward mindset with your kids - and uncover the resources any parent can use to help. <br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more at https://www.empathia.com.<br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at: </b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1745</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>black,bob,children,crisis,empathia,games,health,hoaglund,kids,management,mental,parenting,pine,rest,rick,swan,television,vandepoll,video,violence</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 1: Talking to Children about Violence with Bob VandePol</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-talking-to-children-about-violence-with-bob-vandepol--52662031</link><description><![CDATA[How do you talk to kids about violence? In this inaugural episode of OnTopic with Empathia, Rick Hoaglund introduces himself and his guest, Crisis Management expert Bob VandePol, to talk about one of the most difficult challenges of parenting - having honest conversations with your kids about just how dangerous the world around them can really be - and how to lay the groundwork, identify the signs, and combat the problem with bullying - both at school and online - before it begins to spiral out of control.<br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more about Empathia at https://www.empathia.com.<br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc.</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52662031</guid><pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2023 22:17:37 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52662031/ot_ep_1_audio_talking_to_children_about_violence.mp3" length="28078689" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Empathia</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>How do you talk to kids about violence? 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In this inaugural episode of OnTopic with Empathia, Rick Hoaglund introduces himself and his guest, Crisis Management expert Bob VandePol, to talk about one of the most difficult challenges of parenting - having honest conversations with your kids about just how dangerous the world around them can really be - and how to lay the groundwork, identify the signs, and combat the problem with bullying - both at school and online - before it begins to spiral out of control.<br /><br />Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program, student support, or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most. Find out more about Empathia at https://www.empathia.com.<br /><br /><b>Find More Resources from Empathia at:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: https://www.empathia.com</li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empathiainc</li><li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EmpathiaVlog</li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathia-inc.</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1754</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>black,bob,bullying,children,crisis,cyberbullying,empathia,health,hoaglund,kids,management,mental,online,parenting,pine,rest,rick,school,swan,vandepoll</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/075069077b438f4076a859f5a0643458.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
