https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-viva-podcast--6603636enMental HealthCopyright CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/6c8986f62513ef67b767b4ac0ce12a45.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-viva-podcast--6603636Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:25:32 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBCEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBfeeds@spreaker.comHi! Thanks for being here. We're Rachel and Jor-El, two licensed therapists here to make mental health and wellness more holistic, realistic, and accessible. We chat about relevant health topics, bust myths and stigmas, and share our unfiltered...falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/selo--65729617https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65729617Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:10:28 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEB5falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episodio-101-the-viva-podcast--65724953https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65724953Fri, 25 Apr 2025 13:08:06 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBSelo6falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-102-our-curtain-call-sort-of--65714905https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/wellwell/episodes/2023-03-01T04_00_00-08_00Wed, 01 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBWE HAVE SOME NEWS! After a couple of years things are changing at Viva and that means that we're switching it up. Tune in as we say our goodbyes...for now.317mental health,psychology,therapy,vivafalse1102fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-101-re-run-how-to-deal-with-sad-seasonal-affective-disorder--65714916https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/wellwell/episodes/2023-02-01T03_00_00-08_00Wed, 01 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBAre you dealing with the natural variances in mood during the winter months or Seasonal Affective Disorder?  Listen and find out! Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) affects about 10 million US adults. That’s a lot of people! Learn what the signs of SAD...2164depression,mental health,sad,seasonal affective disorder,vivafalse1101fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-100-getting-real-about-new-year-s-resolutions--65714909https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/wellwell/episodes/2023-01-04T03_00_00-08_00Wed, 04 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBDo you make New Year’s Resolutions? Many people do, but many people also struggle with making progress on their goals. Whether you set goals, or intentions (or not!) we’re here to offer some feedback and suggestions on how to move forward with...1253goal setting,intention,mental health,new years,psychology,vivafalse1100fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-99-how-to-navigate-financial-stress--65714910https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/wellwell/episodes/2022-12-07T03_00_00-08_00Wed, 07 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBThis time of year, in particular, comes with a lot more financial stress. And this is on top of inflation, and as some would argue, a looming recession. It’s time to normalize the stress that comes with money. We're all feeling it in different ways!...1189anxiety,economy,finances,financial,inflation,mental health,money,psychology,recession,therapists,vivafalse199fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-98-managing-relationships-with-family--65714919https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/wellwell/episodes/2022-11-02T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 02 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBHow do you navigate relationships with family members?  Family can be complicated. As the holiday season approaches, you might need some help reframing your relationship to family, and we’re here for you! Listen to our latest episode on managing time...2030family,mental health,psychology,therapists,therapyfalse198fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-97-what-is-a-parasocial-relationship--65714934https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-09-28T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 28 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBHave you ever heard of a parasocial relationship? Are you a fanatic of your favorite celebrity or influencer? Does this get in the way of your relationships our daily life? Listen to Jor-El and Rachel as they dig into stan culture and navigating...1677celebrity,culture,mental health,parasocial,stan,vivafalse197fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-96-how-to-accept-criticism-and-dealing-with-the-haters--65714914https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-09-14T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 14 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBHow good are you at accepting criticism? Challenging feedback can be tough for anyone so there’s no need to feel any shame if it’s hard for you. We're here to support you! Tune in as licensed therapists Rachel Gersten and Jor-El Caraballo as they talk...1677communication skills,feedback,haters,how to accept criticism,mental health,online trolls,viva,wellnessfalse196fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-95-choosing-relationships-over-friends--65714915https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-08-31T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 31 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBDo you choose your relationships over friends? Or friends over your relationship? On this episode Rachel and Jor-El explore the idea of prioritizing friendships, or how little we actually do that in practice. Press play to hear their thoughts and...2074friendship,mental health,relationships,viva mental healthfalse195fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-94-covid-the-work-from-home-debate--65714953https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-08-17T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 17 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBAs companies require more employees to return to in-person office work and discuss hybrid options, there’s a lot of tension about the work from home debate. Where do you fall in the discussion? Tune in as licensed therapists Rachel Gersten and Jor-El...2146covid,mental health,pandemic,wfh,work from homefalse194fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-93-re-run-understanding-intent-vs-impact-and-what-matters-most--65714932https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-08-03T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 03 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIn today's episode we're taking it back to a one of our favorite episodes on the difference between intention versus impact. Tune in and join the conversation with us!1764communication,consequences,harassment,impact,intent,mental health,ted talk,understanding,vivafalse193fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-92-re-run-finding-healthcare-that-works-for-you--65714906https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-07-20T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 20 Jul 2022 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIn this episode we're taking it back to episode 67 to talk all things healthcare. If you find yourself stuck in searching for "doctors near me" then this episode is for you!2100access,affordable care act,healthcare,mental health,psychology,therapist,wellnessfalse192fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-91-unsolicited-advice--65714913https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-07-06T03_00_00-07_00Wed, 06 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBHow often are you offered unsolicited advice, and how do you feel about that?  How often do you offer it? Rachel and Jor-El weigh in on this dynamic and give you some things to think about if you’re often feeling compelled to change someone else’s...1830mental health,psychology,therapists,therapy,unsolicited advicefalse191fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-90-lizzo-ableism-the-power-of-language--65714912https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-06-22T03_00_00-07_00Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBRecently, performer Lizzo came under fire for using an ableist slur in one of her newest songs. She quickly issued an apology and changed it. The power that has! Tune as Rachel Gersten and Jor-El Caraballo weigh in on the power of language and its...1499ableism,dehumanization,language,lizzo,mental health,slurfalse190fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-89-framing-the-trauma-mental-health-impact-of-gun-violence--65714924https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-06-08T03_00_00-07_00Wed, 08 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBBuffalo. Uvalde. Chattanooga. New York City. Taft. Port Richmond. These days it seems almost impossible to keep up with the horror of mass shootings and gun violence in the United States. In our latest episode licensed therapists Rachel Gersten and...2032gun control,gun policy,gun violence,mass shootings,mental health,trauma,vivafalse189fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-88-how-do-you-know-when-it-s-time-to-end-therapy--65714917https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-05-25T03_00_00-07_00Wed, 25 May 2022 10:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBOther than questions about getting started with therapy, one of the questions that often comes up is how do you know when it’s time to end therapy (or “break up” with your therapist)? Join us for our latest episode as Jor-El and Rachel explore how to...1232ending therapy,last appointment,mental health,psychology,termination,therapy,viva,wellnessfalse188fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-87-how-do-you-feel-about-aging--65714921https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-05-11T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 11 May 2022 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBAging is a natural human process. If that's the case, then why do we have such complicated feelings about it?  Tune in to our latest episode as therapists Rachel and Jor-El talk about our collective relationship to aging and how we can start to see...1416aging,health,mental health,psychology,relationships. viva,wellnessfalse187fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-86-can-men-and-women-be-just-friends--65714947https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-04-27T02_00_00-07_00Wed, 27 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBCan men and women be “just friends?”  It’s probably a question you’ve come across before but maybe you haven’t heard two therapists talk it through. Tune in as Rachel Gersten, LMHC and Jor-El Caraballo, LMHC reflect on the idea, the assumptions we...1101advice,friendship,gender,gender identity,mental health,queer,relationships,sexuality,therapists,therapy,vivafalse186fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-85-should-you-break-up-with-your-partner--65714929https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-04-13T03_00_00-07_00Wed, 13 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBAre you in a relationship and wondering, “is it time to break up with my partner?”  If so, then this podcast is for you. Relationships are not that black and white, and neither is the choice to leave. It can be tough to sort through. Tune in as...1446break up,counseling,couples therapy,relationships,vivafalse185fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-84-individual-problems-are-systemic--65714908https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-03-30T02_00_00-07_00Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBHow often do you find yourself deep in shame or self-criticism when things aren’t going your way? Do you feel this when you’re trying to access healthcare, commute or find a therapist? The barrier might be bigger than you or your attitude. Tune in as...1554healthcare,individual,mental health,psychology,responsibility,systemic problems,vivafalse184fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-83-it-s-not-high-functioning-anxiety-it-s-just-a-feeling--65714948https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-03-16T10_00_00-07_00Wed, 16 Mar 2022 17:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIs high-functioning actually a thing?  If you’ve been on the gram or TikTok then you’d probably think so! Tune in to listen to this episode as mental health experts and licensed therapists Rachel Gersten and Jor-El Caraballo break it down. Rate and...1386anxiety,mental health,mental illness,psychology,viva,wellnessfalse183fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-82-the-riser-of-amateurism--65714957https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-03-02T10_58_51-08_00Wed, 02 Mar 2022 18:58:51 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBWho do you take seriously these days and where do you get your information? There's been a lot of changes in how we get information and who we trust (PS believe science!). Why is that?  The rise of social media and influencer culture impacts our...1722doctors,influencers,mental health,psychology,trust science,viva,wellnessfalse182fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-81-the-problem-with-making-assumptions--65714973https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-02-16T12_00_00-08_00Wed, 16 Feb 2022 20:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBHow often do you check your assumptions? Whether you like the old phrase (you know the one) about making assumptions or not, it’s something that we all do. We can’t escape that! But, if we make it a point to check on our assumptions we can prevent...1953assumptions,communication,couples,mental health,relationships,therapists,wellnessfalse181fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-80-main-character-energy-are-you-oversharing-on-social-media--65714975https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-02-02T11_00_00-08_00Wed, 02 Feb 2022 19:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBLet’s face it - we live in a social media world…especially in the middle of a global pandemic. We live a lot of our lives online, but should we be?  Social media can be good for us: it offers connection and community where we might not otherwise find...1834mental health,narcissism,oversharing,privacy,social media,therapists,therapy,viva,wellnessfalse180fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-79-what-mental-health-crisis--65714961https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-01-19T11_00_00-08_00Wed, 19 Jan 2022 19:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBWe’re getting real folks. The phrase “mental health crisis” has been thrown around quite a bit as we collectively struggle to grapple with the ongoing pandemic and recent surges. But, what does that mean? Are we REALLY in a mental health crisis as a...1768mental health,psychology,self-care,therapists,therapy,wellnessfalse179fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-78-toxic-positivity--65714939https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2022-01-05T12_00_00-08_00Wed, 05 Jan 2022 20:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBHave you ever felt the pressure to be happier than you were actually feeling? If so, you might have been dealing with toxic positivity. All emotions are a part of the human experience and you deserve the right to feel all the feels! Tune in as Rachel...1676false178fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-77-2021-wrap-up--65714978https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-12-22T12_00_00-08_00Wed, 22 Dec 2021 20:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEB2022 is almost here! No matter what you've been through this year, if you want to take a moment to reflect and process your year then this episode is for you! Tune in as Rachel and Jor-El share some thoughts on how to reflect on the year behind you...10542021,2022,covid,mental health,new year,psychology,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse177fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-76-accountability-responsibility-what-it-really-means--65714911https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-12-08T12_00_00-08_00Wed, 08 Dec 2021 20:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBMore and more we find ourselves having conversations about accountability, especially when it comes to social causes. But this is something we also run into in our own personal relationships - but what does the word actually mean? What does it mean to...1999accountability,mental health,psychology,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse176fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-75-here-come-the-holidays--65714918https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-11-24T13_00_00-08_00Wed, 24 Nov 2021 21:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIt’s official...holiday season is upon us!  How are you taking care of yourself as you navigate this time of year? Many of us are celebrating in ways similar to last year, but as vaccination rates have increased many more people are traveling and...1874wellness mental health therapifalse175fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-74-what-are-your-bad-habits--65714920https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-11-10T12_00_00-08_00Wed, 10 Nov 2021 20:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBWe all have them, but we also shame ourselves for having them. But what’s actually a bad habit and what’s not? HOW CAN WE KNOW?! Tune in as Rachel and Jor-El talk about the trap of black and white thinking as well as how we view personal habits. We...1680habit,mental health,psychology,therapists,wellnessfalse174fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-73-intent-vs-impact-what-matters-most-dave-chapelle--65714926https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-10-27T11_00_00-07_00Wed, 27 Oct 2021 18:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEB“Well, I didn’t mean it that way!” How many times have you heard (or said) that?  When it comes to relationships and conversations, being vulnerable enough to say that you’re hurt is never easy and being told that what you did hurt someone doesn’t...1764apology,comedy,dave chapelle,impact,mental health,psychology,therapists,wellnessfalse173fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-72-dating-is-fun-and-terrible--65714928https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-10-13T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 13 Oct 2021 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBHow do you feel about dating? Maybe dating is exciting for you as you get to meet new people and have fun, but for many dating isn’t quite as fun. It often can be draining and nerve-wracking.  Well, we’re here to help! In our latest episode licensed...2244dating,psychology,relationships,therapists,therapy,vivafalse72fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-71-therapists-aren-t-perfect-hot-takes--65714931https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-09-29T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 29 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBContrary to popular belief, therapists aren’t perfect because hey, no humans are! In our latest episode Rachel and Jor-El share their perspectives on mental health trends and own up to their own petty behaviors. It’s an exercise in modeling...2388fun,health,mental health,psychology,stories,therapists,therapy humor,wellnessfalse71fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-70-dealing-with-the-delta-variant-covid-19--65714987https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-09-15T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 15 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBUnfortunately, it looks like COVID-19 isn’t going away anytime soon. This is more true than ever as we now have the Delta variant making its way through communities. How do we cope with the ongoing virus threat? Hosts and licensed therapists Rachel...1290false70fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-69-pineapple-on-pizza--65714940https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-09-01T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 01 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBDO YOU LIKE PINEAPPLE ON PIZZA?! No, that’s not actually what this episode is about but helps us illustrate the point of how judgmental all of us can be (you probably had a strong reaction to that question, right?). This week we’re talking through...1296compassion,judgmental,mental health,psychology,self-compassion,therapist,viva wellness,wellnessfalse69fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-68-the-problem-with-hustle-productivity-culture--65714976https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-08-18T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 18 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBDo you feel the constant pressure to stay busy and productive? If so, you’re not alone. Tune in as licensed therapists Rachel Gersten and Jor-El Caraballo talk through the perils of productivity and hustle culture and finding the path that works best...1896capitalism,hustle culture,productivity,rest,viva wellness,wellness,work pressurefalse68fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-67-how-to-find-healthcare-that-works-for-you--65714943https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-08-04T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 04 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBThe healthcare system has its challenges (particularly in the United States) but how do you go about finding the right care in a seriously flawed system?  Tune in as Rachel and Jor-El talk through some strategies to navigate the realities of the...2100viva wellness healthcare doctofalse67fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-66-how-to-find-motivation--65714955https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-07-21T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 21 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBWhat gets you going when the struggle is real?  If you’re feeling a bit stuck then we hope this episode will help you power through. In this episode licensed therapists Rachel Gersten and Jor-El Caraballo get into the nitty gritty of how to find...1903viva wellness mental-health thfalse66fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-65-don-t-be-an-as-h0le--65714936https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-07-07T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 07 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBDo you ever find yourself enraged by the poor behavior of others? Have YOU sometimes been that person? Tune in as licensed therapists Rachel and Jor-El talk about situations in which this poor behavior comes up (there is a bit of ranting in this...1550wellness mental health therapifalse65fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-64-how-to-cope-with-a-friend-break-up--65714944https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-06-23T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 23 Jun 2021 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBHave you ever experienced a break up with a good friend? It can be incredibly difficult to cope and that’s exactly what we’re talking about in today’s episode. Tune in as Rachel and Jor-El talk about how this happens, what it feels like and maybe some...2183health,relationships,viva,wellnessfalse64fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-63-naomi-osaka-is-taking-care-of-her-mental-health-we-all-should--65714986https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-06-09T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 09 Jun 2021 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBRecently, pro tennis player Naomi Osaka decided to take some time off from the French Open, and upcoming Wimbeldon tournament, after stating she’d be avoiding doing press for mental health reasons. Her statements caused quite a stir and in our latest...1861health,mental,naomi,osaka,self-care,tennis,therapist,viva,wellnessfalse63fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-62-combating-ableism-being-a-better-ally--65714989https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-05-26T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 26 May 2021 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBWhen you’re exploring social justice issues how often are you exploring the realities of ableism? If you’re like most people, then likely not enough. Tune in to our latest episode as we explore what ableism really means and offer some perspective...2338ableism,advocate,ally,disability,therapist,viva,wellnessfalse62fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-61-social-justice-its-impact-on-mental-health--65714958https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-05-12T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 12 May 2021 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIt’s been about a year since everyone posted those black squares on social media but where are we now? Social justice issues are still at the forefront of our lives. Black lives are still at risk. Asian people are experiencing violence and harassment...2520antiracist,mental-health,podcast,racism,social-justice,therapists,viva-wellnessfalse61fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-60-handling-conflict-in-intimate-relationships--65714960https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-04-28T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 28 Apr 2021 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBDo you think that you handle conflict well in your relationship? Maybe have some areas in which you’d like to improve?  Don’t worry, we’ve got you! Also: do you know where the phrase “piggyback” come from?! Tune in as licensed therapist Rachel and...2240communication,conflict,psychology,relationships,therapists,therapy,viva,wellnessfalse60fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-59-looking-to-the-future-having-tough-covid-conversations--65714964https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-04-14T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 14 Apr 2021 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBAs an increasing number of people get vaccinated against COVID-19 and time charges on, we are getting closer to the next chapter in navigating the coronavirus pandemic.  How do you manage conversations around boundaries and challenge yourself, and...1572&,communication,corona,coronavirus,covid19,fitness,health,mental-health,psychology,relationships,therapists,wellnessfalse59fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-58-busting-myths-about-mental-illness-violence--65714991https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-03-31T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 31 Mar 2021 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBUnfortunately, mental health has been in the news recently as many have tried to make sense of the high profile gun violence in Atlanta and Boulder.  Listen in as therapists Jor-El and Rachel explain why that conversation is problematic and how we...2101anti-asian,atlanta,boulder,gun,mental-health,psychology,racism,therapists,violence,viva,wellnessfalse58fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-57-getting-back-to-normal--65714990https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-03-17T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 17 Mar 2021 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBFor most of us we’ve spent a year (or more) living with the pandemic of COVID-19. As more people get vaccinated and things start to open up for more in-person services how do we get back to “normal”? Mental health counselors Rachel and Jor-El share...1344anxiety,coronavirus,covid,mental-health,pandemic,podcast,psychology,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse57fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-56-how-to-embrace-failure-move-forward--65714992https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-03-03T05_00_00-08_00Wed, 03 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBWhat role does fear of failure play in your life? Unfortunately, failure is a part of life. By understanding what we’re really scared of when it comes to failure, we can learn how resilient we can be.  Tune into our latest episode to hear licensed...1732&,failure,fitness,health,mental-health,perfectionism,podcast,psychology,resilience,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse56fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-55-stuck-like-glue--65714994https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-02-17T03_00_00-08_00Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBWanting to move forward on your goals and not feeling the motivation to do so is an uncomfortable feeling. There are many reasons why we might get stuck in these moments and we’re here to help!   Tune in to our latest episode as licensed therapists...1409&,entrepreneur,fitness,goals,health,motivation,psychology,sabotage,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse55fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-54-how-to-say-no--65714946https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-02-03T04_00_00-08_00Wed, 03 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBDo you have a hard time saying no? If so, this episode is for you! In our latest episode licensed therapists Rachel and Jor-El weigh in on something most people struggle with - saying no! Tune in as they discuss some straightforward strategies to say...2624&,assertiveness,fitness,health,mental-health,podcast,psychology,relationships,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse54fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-53-how-to-be-more-productive-hint-you-re-not-lazy--65714951https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-01-20T04_00_00-08_00Wed, 20 Jan 2021 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBDo you consider yourself a productive or a “lazy” person?  This is a big conversation that’s happening these days, especially as many of us struggle to stay productive during the pandemic.  Well, we can help! Tune in as Rachel and Jor-El use their...1479&,fitness,hack,health,mental-health,productivity,psychology,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse53fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-53-catching-those-zzzzs-therapists-talk-how-to-get-better-sleep--65714952https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2021-01-06T04_00_00-08_00Wed, 06 Jan 2021 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBHow are you sleeping these days? Is it easy or difficult for you? Many people struggle with sleep issues each year and today we’re diving into one of the most commonly reported issues in mental - how to get better sleep!  Tune in as Viva Wellness...2189&,fitness,health,insomnia,mental-health,podcast,psychology,sleep,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse53fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-51-2020-the-weirdest-year-to-say-the-least--65714995https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-12-23T04_00_00-08_00Wed, 23 Dec 2020 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBWhatever happened this year for you, take it with a grain of salt. Tune in to the latest episode as Rachel and Jor-El talk through some suggestions on how to process and reflect on 2020 and what that means for the upcoming year. How are you reflecting...1429&,fitness,health,mental-health,podcast,psychology,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse51fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-50-i-m-okay-you-re-okay-we-re-all-okay--65714949https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-12-09T04_00_00-08_00Wed, 09 Dec 2020 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBSelf-confidence, self-esteem, self-love...these are all REALLY loaded terms. There’s an expectation that we unabashedly love ourselves, but is that actually even possible? Listen as licensed therapists Rachel and Jor-El weigh in on these ideas and...2095&,confidence,fitness,health,journeys,mental-health,podcast,psychology,self-love,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse50fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-49-managing-mental-health-during-a-pandemic-holiday-season--65714956https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-11-25T04_00_00-08_00Wed, 25 Nov 2020 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBAre you struggling to manage your mental health this holiday season? Us too! Tune in as licensed therapists Rachel Gersten and Jor-El Caraballo talk about the realities of making it through the holiday season during a pandemic. Learn some suggestions...1875&,fitness,health,mental-health,podcast,psychology,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse49fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-48-therapist-post-election-reflections--65714954https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-11-11T04_00_00-08_00Wed, 11 Nov 2020 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBWe have a new president-elect! 2020 has been rough and certainly election week has been a tough one for all of us. Tune in as licensed therapists Rachel and Jor-El reflect on the presidential election and how politics affects mental health.  Please...3053&,arizona,biden,election,fitness,health,kamala,mental-health,nevada,president,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse48fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-47-the-problem-with-diet-culture--65714996https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-10-28T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 28 Oct 2020 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBDo you struggle with accepting, or appreciating, your body? You're probably dealing with the effects of diet culture! Join the conversation as therapists Rachel and Jor-El explore the problems with diet culture. They talk about the insidious nature of...1887&,culture,diet,fitness,health,mental-health,podcast,psychology,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse47fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-46-stop-doomscrolling-how-to-manage-social-media-your-mental-health--65714963https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-10-14T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 14 Oct 2020 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBHow is your relationship with social media these days? Probably worth talking about, right? Have no fear as Rachel and Jor-El talk about managing social media and mental health generally and through the dumpster fire that is 2020. In this episode...1912&,fitness,health,media,mental-health,podcast,psychology,relationships,social,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse46fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-45-honoring-women-in-sport-for-national-women-s-health-and-fitness-day--65714977https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-09-30T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 30 Sep 2020 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIn our latest episode Rachel and Jor-El are talking all about women in sport! We’re honoring National Women’s Health and Fitness Day by talking about some prevalent issues related to women athletes and spectators as well as highlighting some (but not...2423&,caster,fitness,health,mental-health,osaka,podcast,psychology,serena,sport,therapists,viva,wellness,williams,womenfalse45fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-44-good-news-and-the-power-of-positive-thinking--65714966https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-09-16T07_18_47-07_00Wed, 16 Sep 2020 14:18:47 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBWe’re all for positive thinking around here, but that doesn’t mean lying to ourselves either! Tune in as Rachel and Jor-El talk about using the power of positive thinking to help find refuge, even in difficult circumstances.  They also share some good...1884&,fitness,good,health,mental-health,news,positive,positivity,psychology,relationships,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse44fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-43-grief-and-modern-loss-with-author-rebecca-soffer--65714971https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-09-02T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 02 Sep 2020 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBLosing someone you love is an incredibly painful process. It’s something we all experience at one point or another, but we often don’t talk openly about the messy process of grief. That is unless you're Rebecca Soffer. This week, Rachel and Jor-El are...2608death,grief,grieving,health,loss,mental-health,modern,psychology,relationships,resilience,survivor,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse43fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-42-pop-culture-mental-health-kanye-the-president-and-more--65714962https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-08-19T05_00_01-07_00Wed, 19 Aug 2020 12:00:01 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIn our latest episode our hosts Jor-El and Rachel talk about mental health issues in pop culture. From public meltdowns (think Kanye and Britney circa 2007) all the way to Yankees Ace CC Sabathia (we love you CC!) Demi Lovato and Amanda Bynes, they...1856&,britney,fitness,health,journeys,kanye,mental-health,podcast,psychology,spears,therapists,trump,wellnessfalse42fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-41-how-to-practice-gratitude-during-tough-times--65714965https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-08-05T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 05 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBHow do you stay grateful when times are tough? In our latest episode hosts and licensed therapists Jor-El Caraballo and Rachel Gersten talk how to practice gratitude during tough times. Obviously, 2020 has been a challenging year for all of us and...1843&,fitness,gratitude,health,journeys,mental-health,positive,psychology,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse41fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-40-race-visibility-with-carolyn-su-of-diverse-we-run--65714968https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-07-22T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 22 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBMainstream wellness tends to look a certain way; white, thin, mostly blonde women fill our feeds with tips on living healthier. But, why aren’t more people of color featured? This is exactly what Carolyn Su sought to change with Diverse We Run...3172carolyn,diverse,fitness,guests,health,mental-health,podcast,psychology,run,su,therapists,viva,we,wellnessfalse40fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-39-personalized-nutrition-with-jonathan-levitt-of-inside-tracker--65714999https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-07-08T11_44_19-07_00Wed, 08 Jul 2020 18:44:19 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBThis week our hosts Rachel and Jor-El talk with runner, host and health advocate Jonathan Levitt. Jonathan works for a company called Inside Tracker which offers personalized health and nutrition recommendations based on blood biomarkers (that you...2184&,fitness,guests,health,mental-health,nutrition,podcast,psychology,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse39fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-38-how-to-know-when-to-help-someone-you-care-about--65715001https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-06-24T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 24 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIt’s hard to know when to step in when the people you love and care about might be going through a rough time. When is the right time to be seriously concerned about their mental health? And when is it just a slump?   In our latest episode our hosts...1963health,mental-health,podcast,psychology,relationships,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse38fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-37-being-a-white-ally-intersectionality-having-tough-conversations--65714974https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-06-10T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 10 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIn light of recent events around racism going more mainstream, Rachel and Jor-El wanted to offer some therapist-led insight to help you become a better white ally in the fight for equality. In this latest episode, Rachel and Jor-El speak from their...2037allyship,mental-health,racism,relationships,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse37fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-36-theodora-s-story--65714979https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-05-27T08_32_42-07_00Wed, 27 May 2020 15:32:42 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBContent advisory: Please note this episode includes discussion of depression and suicide. Please be advised.In our latest episode Rachel and Jor-El have a sit down with writer, social media manager, and mental health advocate Theodora Blanchfield. In...3157depression,mental-health,psychology,suicide,therapists,therapy,treatment,viva,wellnessfalse36fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-35-the-importance-of-life-changing-media--65715003https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-05-13T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 13 May 2020 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBHave you ever experienced a song or movie that changed your life?  We definitely have! In our most recent episode, hosts Jor-El and Rachel talk about some of the most meaningful media they’ve experienced in their lives (+ some listener submissions!). ...2313book,film,healthiest,journeys,media,mental-health,psychology,recommendations,songs,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse35fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-34-how-to-get-started-with-therapy--65714982https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-04-29T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 29 Apr 2020 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBHave you been curious about how to get started in therapy, but felt unsure about how to do it? Have no fear - we’re here to answer your questions! In our latest episode Rachel and Jor-El take on this listener submitted question on how to get started...2798counseling,getting,mental-health,psychology,started,therapists,therapy,wellnessfalse34fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-33-grateful-yet-pissed-adjusting-to-life-during-coronavirus--65715011https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-04-15T04_00_00-07_00Wed, 15 Apr 2020 11:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBThere have been some many (generally helpful) think pieces about how to adjust our lives during COVID-19.  In our latest episode Rachel and Jor-El talk more about how they’ve been adjusting and how it’s so important to extend ourselves grace during...2161coronavirus,covid19,health,in,mental-health,place,podcast,psychology,quarantine,shelter,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse33fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-32-let-s-get-correct-information--65715012https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-04-01T07_46_28-07_00Wed, 01 Apr 2020 14:46:28 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIn our latest episode Rachel and Jor-El talk about the importance of information in the digital age. They tackle the dangers of getting incorrect information and how to make sure that you’re being a critical consumer, especially in the age of...2007coronavirus,covid,fake,health,mental-health,news,podcast,psychology,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse32fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-31-coping-with-the-health-anxiety-of-coronavirus-covid-19--65714969https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-03-18T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 18 Mar 2020 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIn our latest episode Jor-El and Rachel sit down to talk through what is likely on most people’s minds right now - coronavirus!   Rachel and Jor-El offer up some therapist-approved strategies to help cope with the pandemic as it seems likely we’ll be...1522&,corona,coronavirus,covid19,fitness,health,mental-health,psychology,therapists,wellnessfalse31fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-30-the-journey-to-entrepreneurship-with-diana-davis-creative--65715014https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-03-04T08_26_08-08_00Wed, 04 Mar 2020 16:26:08 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBThis week Rachel and Jor-El sit down with business woman and photographer Diana Davis. If you follow us on Instagram, you definitely would have seen Diana’s handiwork as she’s been responsible for many of the imagery you’ve seen for Viva Wellness. In...3036&,business,creative,fitness,health,journeys,mental-health,photographer,podcast,psychology,therapists,wellness,womenfalse30fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-29-interview-with-superstar-athlete-and-advocate-chris-mosier--65714998https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-02-19T05_00_00-08_00Wed, 19 Feb 2020 13:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBThis week we have an EXTRA special episode featuring exemplary athlete and advocate Chris Mosier. If you haven’t yet had the joy of learning about Chris, here’s a brief rundown of his incredible accomplishments: First trans man to make a men’s US...3021&,athlete,fitness,guests,health,mental-health,olympics,podcast,psychology,therapists,transgender,wellnessfalse29fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-28-coping-keeping-sane-in-an-election-year--65714972https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-02-05T05_00_00-08_00Wed, 05 Feb 2020 13:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBImpeachment hearings. Iowa. Toxic and abusive political rhetoric. It’s a lot, isn’t it?! In our latest episode Rachel and Jor-El are diving into politics. This week, the topic is not the policies themselves but how we all can cope and adjust to living...2493caucus,health,mental-health,podcast,politics,presidential,race,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-27-dealing-with-sad-seasonal-affective-disorder--65715004https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-01-22T05_00_00-08_00Wed, 22 Jan 2020 13:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBAre you struggling with SAD or just dealing with the natural variances in mood during the winter months?  Listen and find out! In our latest episode Jor-El and Rachel talk about one of the most common conditions this time of year, Seasonal Affective...2164&,affective,anxiety,depression,disorder,fitness,health,healthiest,journeys,mental,mental-health,psychology,sad,seasonal,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse27fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-26-tackling-nutrition-myths-with-dietitian-caitie-corradino--65715007https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2020-01-08T05_00_00-08_00Wed, 08 Jan 2020 13:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBWe’ve got a special treat for you this week! While a lot of people are thinking more and more about nutrition (especially during the winter months) we thought we would bring in Viva Wellness’ in-house Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Caitie...2236&,diet,fitness,health,healthiest,loss,mental-health,new,nutrition,psychology,therapists,viva,weight,wellness,yearfalse26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-25-reflections-on-2019-and-the-new-year--65714970https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-12-25T05_00_00-08_00Wed, 25 Dec 2019 13:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIn our latest episode our founders Jor-El and Rachel reflect on the past year, as many of us are doing, and offer up some suggestions on how to move forward in 2020. On that note, we have a new resource available for you on the Viva Wellness Resources...2125&,2019,2020,fitness,health,healthiest,journeys,mental-health,new,psychology,therapists,wellness,yearsfalse25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-24-talking-with-six-degrees-society-founder-emily-merrell--65714980https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-12-11T08_44_36-08_00Wed, 11 Dec 2019 16:44:36 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBThis week Jor-El and Rachel are joined by Emily Merrell, the founder of Six Degrees Society.  Emily founded Six Degrees Society to create spaces for women entrepreneurs to establish contact with others and learn from one another. Emily left her job...2568&,business,entrepreneur,fitness,founder,health,journeys,mental-health,psychology,therapists,wellness,womenfalse24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-23-managing-your-mental-health-during-the-holidays--65715010https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-11-27T04_00_00-08_00Wed, 27 Nov 2019 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBLove it or hate it (we don’t judge!), the holiday season is here! This week, Rachel and Jor-El talk all about the holiday season, the pressures that come with this time of year and some helpful ways to manage your mental health throughout the season....2418&,fitness,health,holidays,mental-health,podcast,psychology,relationships,therapists,viva,wellnessfalse23fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-22-the-wellness-benefits-of-laughter-humor--65715002https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-11-13T05_00_00-08_00Wed, 13 Nov 2019 13:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBDo you make it a point to have laughter be a part of your wellness routine?  Maybe you should!  Laughter and humor are things we often feel but don’t talk about and they can be incredibly important and vital to health and wellness. Listen to this...2577comedy,holistic-health,humor,journeys,laughter,mental-health,psychology,therapists,wellnessfalse22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-21-difficult-conversations--65715005https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-10-30T12_09_00-07_00Wed, 30 Oct 2019 19:09:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBDo you often struggle to face difficult conversations head on?  Listen in as Rachel and Jor-El delve into their thoughts on dealing with hard conversations and the best ways to move forward even if you're feeling uncomfortable. And why difficult...2548conflict,conversations,difficult,health,mental-health,psychology,relationships,therapists,wellnessfalse21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-20-talking-sex-positivity-with-writer-zachary-zane--65715015https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-10-16T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 16 Oct 2019 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBThis week, Rachel and Jor-El sit down with writer and sex positivity advocate Zachary Zane. In this episode,  Zach shares about his personal experience acknowledging his own bisexuality, how he came to write about sexuality and relationships more...2520&,bisexuality,fitness,health,healthiest,mental-health,positivity,psychology,relationships,sex,sexuality,therapists,wellnessfalse20fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-mental-health-stigma-fighters--65714985https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-10-02T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 02 Oct 2019 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBDid you know that mental health stigma is highly associated with a lack of engagement in mental health services?  And with 1 in 5 adult Americans experiencing mental illness each year (and only 43% getting treatment), we need to stomp out stigma.   In...2929&,fitness,health,mental-health,psychology,stigma,therapists,wellnessfalse19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-the-myth-of-balance-and-pie--65715020https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-09-18T07_19_12-07_00Wed, 18 Sep 2019 14:19:12 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBThere’s so much pressure these days to live a life of balance. But, what does that really mean? AND IS IT EVEN ATTAINABLE?! Trying to keep all major areas of your life together can sometimes feel like you’re spinning plates, waiting for them all to...1609&,balance,fitness,health,mental-health,psychology,relationships,therapistsfalse18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-talking-mental-health-with-still-i-run-founder-sasha-wolff--65715019https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-09-04T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 04 Sep 2019 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIn this latest episode Rachel and Jor-El talk with mental health advocate and runner Sasha Wolff. Sasha shares with us how she was inspired by her own hospitalization and mental health struggles to create an online community that’s now spreading out...2245&,athletes,fitness,health,healthiest,mental-health,psychology,runner,running,therapists,wellnessfalse17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-embracing-entrepreneurship-creating-your-own-path-with-mister-c--65715013https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-08-21T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 21 Aug 2019 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBThis week on the podcast Rachel and Jor-El talk with Henry Calantog, more commonly referred to as Mr. C, Rachel’s past martial arts teacher!  Mr. C talks with us about life as a first generation Filipino, his journey towards reluctant entrepreneurship...2936&,business,entrepreneurship,fitness,health,journeys,owner,psychology,therapists,wellnessfalse16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-catching-up-talking-compassion-with-ali-feller-of-ali-on-the-run--65715009https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-08-07T05_00_00-07_00Wed, 07 Aug 2019 12:00:00 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBHosts Jor-El and Rachel chat with Ali Feller: runner, mother, writer and host of the Ali on the Run Show Podcast. In this episode we talk with Ali about her life, the challenges (and benefits) of vulnerability and her fierce advocacy for those living...3162chronic,condition,crohn's,health,journeys,mental-health,wellnessfalse15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-healthy-eating-finding-what-works-for-you--65714984https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-07-24T05_00_01-07_00Wed, 24 Jul 2019 12:00:01 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIn our latest episode of Well, well… Rachel and Jor-El talk all things healthy eating! Have you ever been scrolling on Instagram and seen these perfectly curated smoothie bowls or sophisticated meal prep options? Yes, us too! But guess what, most...2090eating,fitness,health,healthy,mental-health,nutrition,therapists,wellnessfalse14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-anxiety-and-depression-myths-misconceptions--65715016https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-07-10T05_00_01-07_00Wed, 10 Jul 2019 12:00:01 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIn our latest episode, Rachel and Jor-El talk about some of the most common mental health conditions that people experience and share about: anxiety and depression. Do you know the difference between feeling depressed and clinical depression? What...2529anxiety,depression,health,mental-health,psychology,therapists,wellnessfalse13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-talking-pride-joy-with-author-kathleen-archambeau--65714983https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-06-26T05_00_01-07_00Wed, 26 Jun 2019 12:00:01 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIn this latest episode we are joined by super special guest Kathleen Archambeau, author of Pride & Joy LGBTQ Artists, Icons and Everyday Heroes. We talk to Kathleen about how she first came to writing and how it started off as a safe space for...2654archambeau,health,kathleen,lgbtq,mental-health,pride,psychology,queer,therapists,wellnessfalse12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-we-re-talking-broscience--65715017https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-06-12T08_49_39-07_00Wed, 12 Jun 2019 15:49:39 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIt started with a couple of tweets from Brad Stulberg about how the CEO of Twitter only eats one meal a day (for any human who loves food, this is appalling) and the term “broscience,” or non-science backed “knowledge” that’s passed around men. You’ve...2540broscience,fitness,health,healthiest,keto,mental-health,psychology,therapists,wellness,whole30false11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-looking-at-mental-health-from-a-man-s-perspective--65714993https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-05-29T05_46_26-07_00Wed, 29 May 2019 12:46:26 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIn this week’s episode, Rachel and Jor-El sit down with Jor-El’s friend Bryan. They talk about Bryan’s journey with mental health and how that intersects with being a Black man as the definition of masculinity changes in our current times. Bryan is...2422black,health,masculinity,men,mental-health,psychology,therapistsfalse10fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-life-as-a-business-owner-celebrating-1-year-of-viva-wellness--65715022https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-05-15T06_22_36-07_00Wed, 15 May 2019 13:22:36 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBHave you been bitten by the entrepreneur bug? If so, then you’ll appreciate our latest podcast episode. This week Rachel and Jor-El talk about their one year anniversary as business owners. They discuss the ups and downs of owning your own business...3375holistic-health,journeys,mental-health,psychology,therapists,wellnessfalse9fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-talking-transformation-with-self-soul-sport-s-shanna-tyler--65715000https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-05-01T06_28_06-07_00Wed, 01 May 2019 13:28:06 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBTo wrap up African American Women’s Fitness Month Jor-El and Rachel sat down with life coach and multi-hyphenate wellness professional Shanna Tyler. Shanna (@shannatyler_) shares with us how challenges with major depression led her to embracing her...2472african,american,business,coach,consultant,fitness,health,journeys,life,mental-health,psychology,therapists,wellnessfalse8fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-therapy-mythbusters--65715006https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-04-17T08_51_12-07_00Wed, 17 Apr 2019 15:51:12 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIn our latest episode Rachel and Jor-El talk through some of the most common myths that people have when it comes to therapy.  Just call us therapy myth-busters! You’ll hear why therapy is not like having a paid friend and how therapy can be a...2774health,holistic,mental-health,psychology,relationships,therapyfalse7fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-all-about-nutrition-and-why-it-s-important-with-health-chef-julia-chebotar--65715018https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-04-03T07_47_41-07_00Wed, 03 Apr 2019 14:47:41 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBWe love having guests! This week Jor-El and Rachel are joined by private chef and health coach Julia Chebotar (@healthchefjulia). In this episode we take on meal prepping, common myths about nutrition and the benefits of eating for your individual...2645fitness,food,health,holistic,mental-health,nutrition,psychology,wellnessfalse6fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-battling-monkey-mind-embracing-mindfulness--65715021https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-03-20T07_21_34-07_00Wed, 20 Mar 2019 14:21:34 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIn our latest episode, Rachel and Jor-El talk all things mindfulness! We talk about the problem with mindfulness being a “trend” and the benefits beyond health and wellness. And for those of you wanting to incorporate mindfulness into your day in an...2775health,holistic,meditation,mental,mindfulness,wellnessfalse5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-our-wellness-journeys--65714988https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-03-06T07_37_04-08_00Wed, 06 Mar 2019 15:37:04 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBDo you often feel like you don’t fit the stereotype of “wellness”? That’s OK! In our latest episode Rachel and Jor-El open up about their own wellness journeys, discussing what works and what doesn’t and the pressures they feel as health...2420fitness,health,healthy,holistic,inspiration,mental,mental-health,physical,psychology,wellnessfalse4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-introversion-extroversion-how-it-affects-relationships-career--65715024https://wellwell.podomatic.com/entry/2019-02-20T07_36_16-08_00Wed, 20 Feb 2019 15:36:16 +0000CEJA JSR NEWS RÁDIO WEBIn the latest episode Jor-El and Rachel take on one of the most misunderstood aspects of personality introversion and extroversion! They talk about their personal experiences being different from one another and how your personality might be...2551false3full