Hiii I am back! And I cannot wait to share this episode with you all... about yes HEALING woooo. Decompress with Jess has on Breathwork and Somatic Anxiety Coach Rachel. Get ready...this one is eye opening!

What does somatics mean? 

What is hypervigilance and how does that tie into the inner child?

How does somatic work help someone along their healing journey? into someone's healing journey?

We get into all of this and more!

Rachel is a certified and trauma-informed Breathwork Facilitator and Somatic Anxiety Coach. Her background includes a Master's in Social Work from Adelphi University, Somatic Breathwork Certification, Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy Certification, and Flower Essence Training. Rachel specializes in teaching nervous system regulation with trauma-informed practices, easing anxiety and stress, and building self-confidence. She uses a body-based approach to healing and teaches the importance of the mind-body connection. In classes, group workshops, and individual sessions, Rachel brings her training and energy with warmth, creativity, and safety

Rachel's Information

Rachel | Breathwork & Somatic Anxiety Coach (@raethesomaticcoach) • Instagram photos and videos

Rae | Breathwork & Somatics (@raethesomaticcoach) | TikTok

Private Somatic Coaching & Breathwork (google.com)

BreathEasy E-Book - Download Now (rachelekraft.com)

My Information:

Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos

Email:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

Oh my gosh!!! Get ready for this one friends... we are about to take a journey through reality tv and mental health with Edgar de Santiago from Season Four's Temptation Island yay. 

What impact did no phones have on you on the island?

How do you find inner peace amidst the chaos?

How has reality tv impacted your mental heatlh?

We get into all of this and more!

Edgar is an actor, writer, creator and travel enthusiast. He is from Season 4's Temptation Island, and his ability to always be composed and calm with so many cameras in his face constantly blew me away lol He is very genuine and down to earth, and you can feel a sense of peace around him. What better person to have on the podcast to discuss reality tv and its impact on mental health. 

Edgar de Santiago's Information

Edgar de Santiago (@edgar_desantiago) • Instagram photos and videos

My Information:

Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos

Email:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

Cue motivational music in the background....I am still amped from recording this episode with inspirational online and transformational coach Christine Capella! We dive into the topics of resiliency, toxic positivity, toxic relationships and self-worth.

What is resiliency?

How does this interact with toxic positivity?

How does a strong self-worth relate to the boundaries we set for ourselves?

We get into all of this and more!

Christine Capella is an online transformational coach and speaker. She was assaulted in 2015 and had to undergo multiple surgeries, 2 facial reconstructive surgeries and 2 spine surgeries. Using fitness and the principles of fitness she was able to overcome all obstacles in her life, build her mental toughness, resilience and confidence. Her mantra: “Get up, get it done” has gotten her through all her hardships and knows that it can help you too! You can connect with her on Instagram @christinecapella. 

Christine's Information:

Connect on Instagram: Christine Capella (@christinecapella) • Instagram photos and videos

My Information:

Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos

Email:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

Marisa Cohen is back and here to discuss with us love languages (which was so helpful because sometimes I feel like I speak a different language than everyone lol)

What are the five languages?

Do you need to have the same love language as a romantic partner, family member, friend for your relationship to work?

How does social media play a role in this?

We get into all of this and more!

Marisa is a coach, relationship researcher and expert, author and writer for Psychology Today. Marisa has the ability to make you feel like you are talking to a friend you've known for years,  all while she is breaking down research and difficult concepts lol Her warm nature is extremely valued and relatable. 

Marisa's Information:

Linktree: @marisatcohen | Linktree

Connect on Instagram: Marisa T. Cohen (@marisatcohen) • Instagram photos and videos

TEDx Talk, The Science of Relationships: Marisa T. Cohen: The Science of Relationships | TED Talk

My Information:

Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos

Email:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

Sorry for shouting friends, and I am probably late to the game with this but.....THERE IS SUCH A THING AS BRAIN-GUT CONNECTION AND THE BUILDING BLOCKS OF SERATONIN ARE MADE IN YOUR GUT!!!!!!!! Okay, I have calmed down now lol

What is the brain-gut connection?

How does it tie into mental health?

What are superfoods?

We get into all of this and more!

For this episode I am honored to have on my friend Dean Michael, founder of Manifested Wellness, former (IFBB International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness) Pro, and just an overall great person. His passion about this topic really shows through, and he truly broke down the information in a way that is less scary. 

You can find more about Dean and his work via the following: 

 Instagram - Dean Michael Fazzolari (@dean_michael) • Instagram photos and videos

 My Information:

 Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos

 Email:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

Dr. Christina is back (yay) to help us tackle the impact of body altering and retouching apps on body dysmorphia and body image. This made my head spin lol 

Retouching apps can whiten teeth, remove blemishes, eliminate pores and even alter the shape and proportions of your body. But at what expense?

What is body dysmorphia?
What are some root causes of body dysmorphia?
How does social media impact our body image?

We get into all of this and more!

Dr. Cristina's information:

Podcast:
‎Behind The Bite on Apple Podcasts

Instagram:
Behind The Bite Podcast (@behind_the_bite_podcast) • Instagram photos and videos

Website:
Homepage - DR. CRISTINA A CASTAGNINI, PHD (freedomtowellness.com)

My information:

Instagram:
@decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos

Email:
Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

Stress, trauma and trauma (oh my)!!! In this episode, Stress/Trauma Coach and Mentor Alison discusses the big three, how they coexist, and ways for us to really feel that healing component in today's overstimulated world. 

How do stress, trauma and healing coexist together?

What is the science behind stress and trauma?

What are some strategies we can utilize to help handle stress and anxiety?

We get into all of this and more!

What I love about Alison is that she really ties her own personal experience into the episode and is vulnerable with the audience. She is also very realistic. In saying that although stress is unavoidable, there are ways to live in a place of less stress. I truly felt more empowered after this episode. I hope you did too!

You can find more about Alison and her work via the following: 

 Instagram - @beatpeace | Linktree

 My Information:

 Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos

 Email:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com

Hiii friends :) Get ready for today’s episode because (yes this is not a typo) we are going to decompress WHILE talking about high-functioning anxiety with Georgie Collinson. I am not joking, she really made it quite exciting. I even feel relaxed LOL (but still buckle up because it was mind blowing LOL)

 What does high-functioning anxiety look like?

Why is it so difficult to calm ourselves down when in this state, and what is a better alternative?

How can we change our relationship with anxiety?

We get into all of this and more!

Georgie Collinson is an Anxiety Mindset Coach, Hypnotherapist, Naturopath and Nutritionist, helping busy women to achieve balance in mind, body and business. As a recovering perfectionist and proud high-achiever, Georgie was once the prime example of high-functioning anxiety. Searching for answers, she finally discovered a lasting breakthrough for herself and clients with a holistic mind-body approach that considers anxiety and stress from the thoughts you think, the food you eat, your gut health, your hormones and lifestyle. This developed into The Anxiety Reset Method, the structural basis of Georgie’s online programs. Originally from Melbourne, Georgie spends much of her time by the beach on the Mornington Peninsula, where she is running online group programs, producing The Anxiety Reset Podcast, and working privately with clients around Australia and the world. She hosts gut health retreats in Byron Bay, and is currently writing her first book. Georgie's mission is to be an example to women that life doesn't have to be this way. There is so much confidence, flow and balance available to us in our lives, and we don’t need to sacrifice our goals. There’s so much more to our lives than anxiety will let us believe, and we all deserve to have it all and more.

It truly was such a pleasure to have her on!

You can find more about Georgie and her work via the following: 

 Podcast - Anxiety Reset Podcast on Apple Podcasts

 Instagram - Georgie Collinson | Anxiety (@georgiethenaturopath) • Instagram photos and videos

 Website - www.georgiecollinson.com

 My Information:

 Instagram: @decompress_with_jess • Instagram photos and videos

 Email:  Decompresswithjess@yahoo.com