Positively Being Well

Join me for this final episode of the podcast. Learn about my journey to the decision to discontinue the podcast and find inspiration to brave transitions in your own life. Visit positivelybeingwell.com for courses and free resources. 

Perinatal Mental health refers to the time during pregnancy and up to one year after birth. Mental health concerns are the primary complication of childbirth. Moms and birthing partners can experience mental health concerns. Dads and non-birthing partners can also have postpartum depression. It is important for everyone to be aware of signs of perinatal mental health concerns so new families can be supported by health professionals, family, friends, and their communities. Visit positivelybeingwell.com for courses and free resources. Podcast listeners enjoy 15% off of online courses with the code: PBW2022

Postpartum Support International offers free resources including virtual support groups related to all aspects of perinatal mental health.

Mom and Mind podcast is produced by a psychologist, Dr. Kat Kaeni, who specializes in perinatal mental health.  

Learn how nurturing relationships benefit your overall health. Get tips for how to maintain healthy relationships. Visit positivelybeingwell.com for courses and free resources. Podcast listeners enjoy 15% off of online courses with the code PBW2022.

Resources

Life-saving Relationships article from American Psychological Association

Social Isolation and Health article at healthaffairs.org

Visit positivelybeingwell.com for courses and free resources. Podcast listeners enjoy a 15% discount on courses with the code: PBW2022.

Learn about the history of pets from the Smithsonian Magazine.

National Institute of Health article The Power of Pets

Learn the benefits of practicing gratitude. Find out ways to incorporate gratitude into your life today. Visit positivelybeingwell.com for courses and free resources. Podcast listeners enjoy 15% off of online courses with the code PBW2022.

Definition of Gratitude

Greater Good Science Center white paper "The Science of Gratitude"

Greater Good Magazine Gratitude Quiz

University of Pennsylvania Authentic Happiness Gratitude Survey (located under Engagement Questionnaires)

Caring for yourself is one aspect of caring for your health. Learn 6 activities you can do today to care for yourself. Visit the website positivelybeingwell.com for courses and free resources. Leave a message for the podcast on the podcast page of the Positively Being Well website. Enjoy a discount on digital courses with the code: PBW2022.

Read the CDC exercise guidelines here.

Learn how adding massage to your tool bag can benefit parents, caregivers, and baby. Get free resources and take classes at positivelybeingwell.com. 

Supporting Fathering Through Infant Massage study

Infant Massage & Postpartum Depression study

Mayo Clinic - Infant Massage

Postpartum Support International

Visit positivelybeingwell.com for courses on using massage at home plus free resources. Here are some links to research on the massage mentioned in the podcast.

Partner Massage

A Pilot Study of Partner Chair Massage Effects on Perinatal Mood, Anxiety and Pain

Couples Massage Significantly Benefits Both Partners' Wellbeing

Workplace Massage

Effects of Employer-Provided Massage Therapy on Job Satisfaction, Workplace Stress, and Pain and Discomfort

Self Massage

Get the Massage

Happy New Year! This is the first of a series of episodes dedicated to enjoyable activities that benefit your health and well-being. Visit Touch Research Institute for research studies on the benefits of massage for a variety of issues and stages of life. For classes and free resources visit positivelybeingwell.com.

Use these goal setting models to help you achieve success. Visit positivelybeingwell.com for classes, free resources, and to contact me.

SMARTER goals

• Specific
• Measurable
• Achievable/Attainable
• Relevant/Realistic
• Time-Bound
• Exciting/Evaluate
• Re-do/Revise

Auerbach GOOD Model

• Goal
• Options
• Obsticles
• Do

Leverage reflection as a tool to help you start the new year in a fulfilling way. Visit positivelybeingwell.com for classes and free resources.

The Reflection Process

1. Jog your memory.

2. Recognize the good and highlights.

3. Acknowledge disappointments and pain.

4. Ponder.

5. Express your desires.

6. Take your time.

Are you tired of making resolutions only to realize that by February or March, you aren't fulfilling these. This episode explores alternatives to the traditional resolutions. Visit positivelybeingwell.com for a downloadable infographic of the alternatives in this podcast.

Miriam Webster definition of New Year's resolution. 

Explore ways to set goals that are fulfilling. Goals that are true to your purpose are easier to achieve. Visit positivelybeingwell.com to sign up for email notifications of new episodes and resources as they become available. 

Leave a message for the podcast here.

In this final episode related to stress management, we discuss how to plan for using your stress management tools. Access free resources and sign up for the newsletter at positivelybeingwell.com.

In this fourth episode of the Stress Management series we discuss giving your brain a break to reset and recharge. Get the Brain Break infographic at positivelybeingwell.com. I welcome your feedback and any ideas for discussion topics you may have. Email me at jeanne@positivelybeingwell.com.

This is the third episode with tips for managing stress. Get your free Practicing Presence info-graphic at the Positively Being Well website.

Today you have the opportunity to create your stress management goals with a brief guided visualization. Then dive into ways to adjust your to-do list. Visit positivelybeingwell.com to read blog posts and sign-up for the email list.  

Today we learn what stress is and how it impacts the body and mind. Explore more of what I have to offer at positivelybeingwell.com.

Here are links to the sources cited in the podcast:

Merriam-Webster definition of stress

Merriam-Webster definition of eustress

American Psychological Association definition of stressor

Mayo Clinic - Stress Symptoms: Effects on your body and behavior

U.S. National Library of Medicine - MedlinePlus: Stress and your health

After taking a break, I am back. Learn why I was gone and what to look forward to in the next several episodes. Stay in touch by visiting my website at positivelybeingwell.com.

Defining what is important to you can help you make decisions that add to your sense of Well Being. Visit the Positively Being Well website to give me feedback or suggestions for future topics to explore.

Begin to use a holistic approach to being well. Learn how in this episode. Visit the Positively Being Well website to leave me feedback about how you are doing.

Explore ways to begin incorporating awareness into each day. Visit the Positively Being Well website for more wellness tools.

Visit the Positively Being Well website.