This Might Get Uncomfortable
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Learning To Not Look Away From Suffering With Rebecca Kase
TRIGGER WARNING: sexual assault, domestic violence, gun violence, suicide, racism Get ready to delve into the profound world of social work and the unflinching exploration of human suffering in this thought-provoking episode. EMDR expert Rebecca Kase sheds...
The Complex World Of Parenting: How Culture Impacts How We Raise Our Children With Dr. Cornelius Grove
There is no one way to parenting. Just as there are many cultures, there are so many variations in parenting across the globe. In this thought-provoking episode, Whitney Lauritsen sits down with Dr. Cornelius Grove to take a look at how culture impacts...
Championing Change: Neurodistinct Advocacy At Work With Jenn Grindeland
We are seeing a growing awareness of neurodiversity today. Still, there is a long way to go to fully embrace an inclusive workplace for neurodistinct people. Here to help us understand how to better facilitate a neurodistinct advocacy at work is Jennifer...
Shattering Silos: Bridging Different Ways Of Life In A Digital Society With Afarin Bellisario
In this thought-provoking episode of This Might Get Uncomfortable, Whitney delves into the realm of a digital society with her guest, Afarin Bellisario. Growing up in Tehran, a city marked by constant change, Afarin shares her unique perspective on the impact...
Inside OnlyFans: Success, Secrets, And Sex Work Activism With Jazmen Jafar
Sex work is still branded as a taboo topic, perpetuating the stigma against those in the industry. With the growth of OnlyFans, we are seeing more and more people getting into this line of work. This then begs the question, what does this platform do to the sex...
For Better Or For Worse: Navigating Relationships So They Can Last With Linda And Charlie Bloom
Are you curious about committed partnerships and how to make them work for the long run? Why is it so hard to love someone sometimes? Self-proclaimed "recovered hot heads" Linda Bloom and Charlie Bloom emphasize, communication and collaboration are key to...
Neuroplasticity Brain Retraining: Reduce Stress, Anxiety, And Sleep Issues With Ashok Gupta
We live in a world of threats and triggers. This causes our brains to go haywire, setting off our amygdala in that fight-or-flight response. We then become stressed and anxious, which affects other areas of our lives. How do we retrain our brain to reduce this...
From Exclusion To Inclusion: The Pursuit Of Safe Spaces And Positive Change
Creating safe and inclusive environments goes beyond eliminating obstacles; it requires building a world where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential. Maya Ford, a strategic marketing and mass communications veteran of 20 years, discusses...
The Silent Killer: Understanding Hypertension, Wearable Tech And Digital Health With Dr. Jay Shah
The silent killer can no longer hide in the shadows. Wearable tech and the power of medical-grade data can now give us the tools to fight back against hypertension and take charge of our health. In this episode, Dr. Jay Shah, chief medical officer of Aktiia...