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From My Couch To Yours

From My Couch To Yours

By Dr. Simira Freeman

Join Dr.Simira in her podcast exploring topics both big and small in life, love, parenting and self-care for living our best lives as our best selves, unapologetically. Sit back, relax and have a seat on my virtual couch.
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Toxic Positivity vs. Positive Reframing (Original recording date 2/20/2022)

From My Couch To YoursFeb 26, 2022

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Toxic Positivity vs. Positive Reframing (Original recording date 2/20/2022)

Toxic Positivity vs. Positive Reframing (Original recording date 2/20/2022)

Let's talk about Toxic Positivity. Toxic positivity is the idea of responding to the experiencing of negative emotions by dismissing them, minimizing, or deflecting from them by using positivity at the wrong time, in the wrong intensity or in the wrong way. But is there still room for positive thinking and reframing? Tune in to learn more!

Feb 26, 202214:53
Conflict Resolution with loved ones and how to get it right (Original Recording Date 11/23/2021)

Conflict Resolution with loved ones and how to get it right (Original Recording Date 11/23/2021)

This episode is all about the ins and outs of conflict resolution, how to avoid escalating with loved ones, how to repair communication break downs and how to keep the goal of reconciling with that loved one at that center.

Tis' the season for holidays and gatherings, which could also mean it could be a time for tense conversations. Tune in for tips. You'll be glad you did!

Feb 26, 202214:43
Emergency Breakup Bootcamp (Original Recording Date 12/28/2021)

Emergency Breakup Bootcamp (Original Recording Date 12/28/2021)

There is nothing wrong with a little tough love. Breaking up is hard to do. Whoever said it wasn't lied!
But, it's a new year. Out with the old and in with the new, which means it's time to learn some new tips on how to let go.

While there may not be a playbook for getting over a break up, this podcast episode will certainly give you some concrete tips to put you on the path of letting go of relationships after a break up and help you identify some of the thinking patterns that may be getting in your way. Tune in. Like and share!

Feb 26, 202216:56
Parenting Guilt and Staying for the Children

Parenting Guilt and Staying for the Children

With an uptick in divorce rates and parental separations post-covid, some may be wondering if it makes sense to stay together "for the children". This is a tried and true idea anecdotally, but let's have a closer look at what factors may be important to consider when choosing whether to stick it out or head for the hills and how your children may be affected.

Oct 24, 202118:29
Dating and the Hierarchy of Importance

Dating and the Hierarchy of Importance

Are you single and jaded with the dating experience? Are you feeling like you are on a rollercoaster of initial romantic high hopes and then disappointments with potential partners? Let's talk about the nature of dating and the hierarchy of importance that everyone has in determining if a partner is the right one for you. No judgement, just truth. Changing how you view the experience may help you stay the course, give you the patience (and confidence) you need to find what you are looking for and get back out there.
Sep 30, 202112:43
Am I supporting or enabling? Let's talk about codependency.

Am I supporting or enabling? Let's talk about codependency.

Are you or someone you know caught in a cycle of codependency? Sometimes it's hard to identify when giving help is too much help and you may in turn be doing more harm than good to you both. Tune in to learn more and how to differentiate between the two.

Sep 25, 202114:50
Is Comparison Syndrome getting you down?

Is Comparison Syndrome getting you down?

Are you feeling like you are comparing the life you are living to the one you think you see others leading? Too much social media imaging can sometimes amplify those feelings of uncertainty or self-doubt. Tune in to learn more about how to reframe those thoughts in a positive way and bring the focus back to you.

Sep 25, 202111:49
Can't shake that funk?: Functional Depression is a real thing.

Can't shake that funk?: Functional Depression is a real thing.

Do you or someone you know struggle with persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness or depression, but still seem be moving through life, every day adulting, employment, relationships, and home life with a grey cloud above nonetheless? They may say things like, "I am sad but I am not like really depressed..,am I?" Let's talk about: functional depression is real and you don't have to navigate it alone.

Aug 18, 202115:26
Toxic Relationships and Changing the Narrative

Toxic Relationships and Changing the Narrative

Toxic relationships may be defined as arelationships where your emotional needs are chronically unmet. Tune in for a few tips on starting the process of getting out of them and recentering your needs.

May 31, 202129:49
D is for Divorce: The Other Scarlet Letter

D is for Divorce: The Other Scarlet Letter

Breaking up is hard to do. During the pandemic divorces and break ups are more common. You're not alone. Today's session we will talk about re-imagining divorce and the possibilities for life after it.

May 12, 202122:41