Are you currently suffering from high levels of anxiety or feelings of guilt or shame?

In this episode, we speak with Harvard-trained Cardiologist/Heart Doctor and author, Dr. Jonathan Fisher, about the path to healing your heart–physically and emotionally. Dr. Fisher discusses how the heart, mind, and our emotions are all intimately connected. He shares his personal experience of coping with and overcoming intense levels of anxiety as well as the debilitating emotions of guilt and shame, which have damaging impacts on the heart. There are practical and scientifically backed methods you can use to help you in your healing journey, which he shares in this episode. Self compassion and re-parenting your inner child are key and we go in-depth on those topics in this conversation.

What You’ll Learn:

• Methods and perspectives for alleviating your anxiety, including regulating the nervous system
• The essential role of courage in opening the heart
• Techniques for self-compassion and re-parenting, which are essential to healing

If you’re someone who ….

• Is seeking relief from your anxiety
• Struggles with shame and guilt
• Is curious to get a more holistic understanding of your heart

…then you’ll want to be sure to listen in on this episode. Enjoy!

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
01:08 Dr. Fisher's Journey: From Anxiety to Healing
06:06 The Role of Courage and Warmth in Heart Health
17:23 Mindfulness and Body Practices for Anxiety
21:20 Guilt, Shame, and Self-Compassion
34:43 The Healing Power of Self-Caress
35:54 The Science Behind Relaxation Techniques
39:01 Creating Space and Doing Less
45:09 Generational Perspectives on Achievement and Rest
57:31 Overcoming Anxiety and Embracing Wholeness

Links :

Dr. Fisher’s Book (Just One Heart) : https://a.co/d/iUVbcbb

Dr. Fisher’s Website : https://www.drjonathanfisher.com

Social Media:

@happyheartmd (https://www.instagram.com/happyheartmd/)

@theinnerview.live (https://bit.ly/4f61J0Q)

Bio:

Dr. Jonathan Fisher is a Harvard-trained cardiologist, mindfulness teacher, author and renowned public speaker dedicated to transforming heart health through integrative approaches. He is the author of Just One Heart, a book that reveals how emotions impact heart health and offers tools to master stress and cultivate traits like Stability, Wisdom, and Courage. With over 20 years of clinical experience, he specializes in stress management and emotional well-being as crucial components of cardiovascular care. Dr. Fisher is a passionate advocate for blending modern medicine with mindfulness and compassion-based practices to empower patients in their healing journeys. He frequently shares his expertise at global conferences, offering insights into the mind-heart connection and the science of stress resilience.

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Are you tired of wearing a mask but don't know how to reconnect with your authentic self?

So many of us have been conditioned to become a version of ourselves that is disconnected from our true, authentic self. When you become aware of this it can be a shock. But, then what? It often seems impossible to change your conditioned way of being–in relationship with yourself and with others–and that can be a source of anxiety. There is a whole lineup of subconscious characters/personalities in our mind that seem to function on auto-pilot, beyond your control and they fear the idea of you being your true self.

In this episode, mindfulness expert Mitra Manesh and Ben Dadbin share their personal journeys of self-discovery, providing practical techniques to help you to overcome these subconscious characters and make your way back to finding your true, empowered self.

How You’ll Benefit :

1. Learn about the power of creating space and how you can use it to make real progress in dis-identify from your subconscious characters
2. Learn how to overcome your inner critic and how to make self acceptance more accessible to you
3. Learn the key belief systems and perspectives that you can adopt to help make your self discovery process easier for you

If you’re someone who ….

• Is perpetually anxious, or
• Is a people pleaser, or
• Is feeling unfilled with the direction your life is going

…then you’ll want to be sure to listen in on this episode. Enjoy!

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Interview
00:56 The Journey to Self-Awareness
01:42 The Concept of Holding Space
02:56 Identifying and Naming Subconscious Characters
06:55 The Power of Doing Nothing
09:14 The Role of Compassion and Curiosity
13:25 The Importance of Creating Space
19:40 Responsibility and Responding
25:14 Upcoming Topics and Future Episodes
25:35 Mitra's Program and Closing Remarks

Links :

Mitra’s Website : https://mitramanesh.com

Social Media:

@mitramanesh_ (https://instagram.com/mitramanesh_)

@bendadbin (https://instagram.com/bendadbin)

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Keywords :

Overcoming fear of being yourself, Mindfulness for self-discovery, How to break free from societal expectations, How to practice self-acceptance, Stories of self-discovery, Personal transformation journey, Overcoming self-doubt, Understanding the ego vs true self, Living authentically, How to express your true self

Are you currently grieving the loss of a loved one ? Or do you have unprocessed grief from a past loss that you're ready to face now ?

In this episode we speak with renowned contemporary artist Austyn Weiner about her profound and “primal” journey of coping with deep grief. Within a matter of weeks, she had lost her father, her grandmother, and mentor–just days after she got married. She describes in vivid detail the stages that she went through in processing her grief as well as shares how art, music, and spirituality have played a key role in helping her overcome the challenging emotions that come with grief.

How you’ll benefit :

1. You will get a clear understanding of what it means to allow yourself to FULLY feel through your emotions
2. You will reframe your understanding of grief in a way that is positive and constructive for you
3. You will learn unconventional ways you can approach processing your grief

If you’re someone who has difficulty expressing your emotions and looking for ways to navigate and cope with your grief, you don't want to miss this episode.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
01:16 Initial Experience with Grief
02:37 Expressing Grief Through Art
05:21 The Physical Toll of Grief
08:11 A Profound Weekend with Her Father
10:27 Animalistic Expression of Grief
23:51 Connecting with Spirit and Energy
34:35 Physical vs. Non-Physical Presence
38:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Links :

Austyn’s Website : https://austynweiner.com

Social Media:

@austyn (https://instagram.com/austyn/)

@austynweinerarchive (https://instagram.com/austynweinerarchive/)

@theinnerview.live (https://bit.ly/4f61J0Q)

Bio:

Austyn Weiner is a contemporary artist known for her bold, emotionally charged works that blend abstract expressionism with a raw, narrative edge. Born and raised in Miami, she draws inspiration from her vibrant upbringing and the complexities of human connection. Her large-scale paintings, often featuring vibrant colors and gestural brushstrokes, explore themes of vulnerability, empowerment, and self-discovery. Weiner’s art has been featured in renowned galleries worldwide, making her a rising star who invites audiences into the depths of her inner world.

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Keywords :

How to cope with grief, Grief support videos, Overcoming grief and sadness, Managing grief and depression, Understanding grief emotions, What to do when you feel stuck in grief, Inspirational grief stories, How to move forward after loss, Grief and spiritual growth, Coping with the death of a parent, Dealing with grief and anger, Music therapy for grief, How to support yourself in grief