Be Crazy Well
It’s not what’s wrong, it’s what happened! Be Crazy Well, a podcast of Coming Home Well, explores mental and emotional wellbeing from the perspective that "a diagnosis" doesn’t tell the story of what happened to you. Understanding what happened provides the most important intel to plan and execute a new and effective mission to your mental health. Join Suzi and her mental health allies as she disrupts the mental health establishment and starts a mental health evolution! You have to Do Different, to Be Different, so you can create the person you deserve to be and the life...
S3 E106 · Mon, October 07, 2024
Mediation, emotional intelligence, and the power of empathy
In this episode, Suzi sits down with professional mediator John Ford to explore the profound impact of mediation, emotional intelligence, and the power of empathy. John shares his journey from South Africa to the United States, detailing how his experiences shaped his career in conflict resolution. Discover the transformative power of feelings and needs cards, the significance of rituals like the Haka, and the importance of acknowledging and integrating our emotions. This conversation explores the human psyche, offering insights into how we can better navigate interpersonal conflicts and foster genuine connections. Want to know more. Check out https://www.empathyset.com/
S3 E105 · Mon, September 23, 2024
Finding Growth in Adversity
Brandon Bostick joins Suzi to talk about his personal journey of overcoming trauma and embracing vulnerability. From Brandon's NFL career to his struggles post-football, they discuss the power of mental health awareness and the importance of self-compassion. Join Suzi and Brandon as they explore the transformative power of admitting mistakes, seeking help, and finding growth in adversity. https://sageelitehealing.com/
S3 E104 · Mon, September 09, 2024
Love, Loss, and Addiction
Suzi sits down with Pat Roos to discuss the importance of names, identity, and the impact of grief. Pat shares her personal journey of losing her son Alex to addiction and the systemic issues surrounding substance use. They explore the significance of community, harm reduction, and the complexities of recovery. This episode is a powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of compassion in the face of adversity. https://www.patroos.com/
S3 E103 · Mon, April 15, 2024
Define your mood through your actions
Suzi invites listeners to a candid exploration of moods and their transient grip on our lives. With a vibrant blend of personal anecdotes, psychological insights, and a touch of theatrical wisdom, Suzi challenges the notion that our moods should dictate our actions. Suzi's call to action is clear: rise above fleeting thoughts and feelings and choose actions that shape a life of intent and purpose. Whether you're waking up to a new day or facing unexpected hurdles, this episode is a compelling reminder that you have the power to define your mood through your actions. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S3 E102 · Mon, April 08, 2024
What are we YELLING about?
Did you now yelling hurts you physically, emotionally, intellectually and spiritually? Explore into the power of words and the impact of your voice. Suzi's personal journey from silence to shouting, as she candidly shares her transformation from a childhood overshadowed by fear and intimidation to an adulthood where yelling became a reflex in relationships. Suzy's story is a testament to the deep-seated effects of familial trauma, the cycle of yelling and name-calling, and the courage to find one's voice in a healthier, more constructive manner. Suzi's invitation to embrace silence over shouting, compassion over condemnation, and self-love over self-destruction is a powerful call to action for us all. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S3 E101 · Mon, March 18, 2024
Giving Myself Grace with Scott Smith
Giving myself grace and understanding my journey. Today Suzi is joined by Marine Corps Veteran Scott Smith to talk about his wellness practices and finding his path to happiness. Through journaling, meditation and keeping his mind and body in physical shape, Scott can find peace and a way to keep himself grounded. Tune in to hear how Scott pulled himself from a place of darkness and depression to a new path of enlightenment. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S3 E100 · Mon, March 11, 2024
Are you ready for the next YOU?
Suzi invites you to put the time and energy into becoming the next you. Life will always be changing so don't be afraid to jump right in. Push outside your comfort zone. Welcome the challenge and use your creativity into making the next you. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S3 E99 · Mon, March 04, 2024
Dustin Beluscak - Merging Vets and Players
Today Suzi revisits with Dustin Beluscak, Virtual Program Manager for Merging Vets and Players, about how far he has come in his healing and his resources. Dustin served in the Army National Guard from 1999 to 2006. After he left the service, he ended up in transitional housing while looking to change his life. He decided to start saying 'yes' to healthy changes and now as the Virtual Manager of MVP he is able to help others to join him on this same journey. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S3 E98 · Mon, February 26, 2024
Validation and Acknowledgement
Who are you arguing with? Maybe not the person in front of you. For most of us Trauma argues with trauma. Our real human nature is love, mental clarity, creativity, and a zest for life that is informed by the past but no longer weighed down or controlled by it. Conflict worsens when two people fall into defensive reactions. Then there is no real communication happening, only trauma arguing with trauma. ~ Young Pueblo Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S3 E97 · Mon, February 19, 2024
Those Who Serve with Producer Jeff Werner
Today's chat with Jeff Werner, producer and director, Suzi spotlights the plight of Veterans struggling with PTSD upon their return to civilian life. "Those Who Serve" Jeff's evocative film, serves as the backdrop for a critical exploration of the legal system's interaction with these battle-scarred warriors. Through stories of Marine veterans and their families, we dissect the pressing need for legal reforms and the societal support crucial for their reintegration. Closing on a note that resonates with our collective conscience, we address the importance of communal support for our Veterans. We envision a future where transition programs mirror the rigor of military training and where the art of storytelling in film becomes a vessel for change. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S3 E96 · Mon, February 12, 2024
ScriptScouts: A Platform to saving on your Prescription Medication
Ever been blindsided by the staggering cost of a prescription? Andy Chan, the founder of ScriptScouts, joins Suzi to unravel the perplexing world of medication pricing and how his platform is blazing a trail for consumers to find the best deals. This episode isn't just about the challenges of healthcare and medication costs; it's a celebration of the entrepreneurial spirit and the relentless pursuit of a more accessible healthcare model. Contact: andy@scriptscouts.com Link to Website: https://signup.scriptscouts.com/be-crazy-well Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S3 E95 · Mon, February 05, 2024
You are the Center of YOUR Story
Have you ever wondered about how the stories we tell ourselves can shape our growth? Join me, Susie Landolphi, as I sit down with the incredibly perceptive Lela Grace to discuss the concept of rewriting our personal tales, emphasizing that our past conditioning does not have to determine our future path. It's a journey of self-discovery, a testament to the belief that we can indeed cultivate our evolution and grow beyond the stories we've inherited. @lela_grace on Instagram lelagracecoaching.com Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com
S3 E94 · Mon, January 29, 2024
Dr. Linda Comedy Marriage Boot Camp
Prepare to be charmed and educated, as Dr. Linda Watson, a dazzling psychologist with a knack for humor, graces our podcast the healing power of laughter. Her book, "Dr. Linda's Comedy Marriage Bootcamp," not only tickles your funny bone but also serves a grander purpose, with proceeds going towards horse rescues—a testament to Linda's boundless heart and wit. The episode romps through the often undiscussed terrains of relationships, from the bittersweet symphony of family unity to the paradox of romantic infidelity. Discover how a dash of humor can do wonders for your partnership. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S3 E93 · Mon, January 22, 2024
Tyler Corcoran Part II: Embracing Freedom & Family
Imagine stepping back into a world that's spun forward without you for nearly two decades. Tyler Corcoran's journey is a testament to human resilience, and in our latest episode, he opens his heart about the road from confinement to the wide-open possibilities of life post-release. His candid reflections on embracing the simple joys and tackling the complexities of today's society offer an inspiring look into the courage required for such profound change. Tyler's tale not only highlights the personal victories and setbacks that shape us but also reminds us of the importance of community and connection as we traverse our own life's journey. Be sure to check out Tyler and Steph's new podcast Mom and Dad's House at https://substack.com/stephaniesambari Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S3 E92 · Mon, January 15, 2024
Equip Yourself for Growth
Stripping down the complexities of our emotional and mental 'equipment' that shape our personal growth. Suzi invites you to take stock of your own life 'equipment.' Arm yourself intellectually, spiritually, and financially, as well as physically and emotionally. Learn how to shed the unnecessary and embrace strategies that propel you forward. It's time to redefine what it means to be 'crazy well' and arm yourself for the battles ahead, with a focus on self-care and seeking help when you need it most. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S3 E91 · Mon, January 08, 2024
Tyler Corcoran: Incarceration to New Beginnings
In this heartfelt episode, Suzi talks with Tyler Corcoran about family, incarceration, redemption and new beginnings. Tyler's remarkable metamorphosis, from a 17-year-old staring down a near life sentence to a man who dared to redefine his destiny, shines as a beacon of possibility, reminding us of the indomitable human capacity for change. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E90 · Mon, December 25, 2023
Create Your New Traditions
Join Suzi as she take a journey on the path of evolving family customs and their impact on our healing from trauma. This episode isn't just about the holidays; it's about the choices we make in preserving or reinventing the customs that shape our lives. Happy Holidays! Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E89 · Mon, December 18, 2023
Creating a Community with George Foreman III
Remember the time when we let our insecurities steer us away from seeking help? What if there was a way to turn those insecurities into your most powerful tool for personal growth? Join us as Suzi and George Foreman III talk about the importance of physical health and mental wellness. George' approach of creating supportive and inclusive space is unique! He discusses the importance of his meticulous process of personally interviewing the first 150 gym members prior to joining the Craft Boxing Club to ensure a cultivated community. Join us as we explore the power of community, and the journey to personal growth in this episode of Be Crazy Well. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E88 · Mon, December 11, 2023
Reclaiming Family, Friends and Connection
Imagine, for a moment, entering a space where you are valued for your authentic self, where everyone understands and respects your identity and experiences. Join Suzi as she journeys into the world of connection, self-reclamation and community transformation. Suzi would love to hear from you the listeners! Email her at suzigma@gmail.com or visit her website at suzilandolphi.com Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E87 · Mon, December 04, 2023
Finding Peace in Solitude
Finding solace in solitude! Join Suzi as she shares her journey from the fear of being alone to the joy of embracing solitude. Encountering solitude is like playing a symphony on a lone piano; it's not about loneliness, but about harmonizing with our own rhythm, your thoughts, and your self-worth. Explore the difference between being alone and feeling alone. Find joy in one's own company, and the peace that comes from validation within. Let's redefine what it means to be alone. So, grab your cup of tea, sit back, and let's start this soulful conversation. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E86 · Mon, November 27, 2023
How past experiences can cloud our perceptions
Discover your power of finding common ground despite someone else's differences and the importance of not taking things personally. Come along with Suzi as she shares the nuances of family dynamics and how past experiences can cloud our perceptions, sometimes creating rifts in relationships. She will discuss strategies to look beyond these differences, especially during family gatherings, aiming to foster connections that are deeper and more meaningful. Learn to observe others without judgment and focus on joy as you enter into this holiday season. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E85 · Mon, November 20, 2023
Happiness is Subjective
Today Suzi is at the Craft Boxing Gym having a pow wow with several members on combining physical activity and talking to help with emotional healing. We chat about how your feelings can be better managed during intense workouts and how family dynamics influence our emotional expressions. We also chat about navigating through the delicate balance of personal happiness and independence. We discuss the challenge of emotional detachment from family and the importance of focusing on personal goals. So pull up a chair and take a listen as we jump into the heart of personal growth, family dynamics, and emotional healing. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E84 · Mon, November 13, 2023
New York City ~ Culture & History
Suzi is on a walkout in Harlem in this episode. To see the full episode check her out on our YouTube Channel @cominghomewellmilitary. Suzi is in New York to attend a special event for Veteran Students at Cornell and Columbia Universities as one of the keynote speakers. Join Suzi as she strolls along engaging with the vibrant streets, supporting local businesses, and embracing the rich cultural experiences. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E83 · Mon, October 30, 2023
Kristian King ~ You get better with practice!
Growing and learning how to be a human doing is a practice. Today Suzi is super excited to have Kristian King, from Higher Ground, joining her today to talk about being congruent and authentic in the effort of bringing your thoughts, feelings and actions together as a unit. Kristian King has been a practicing Recreational Therapist for the past 9 years and a Veteran and First Responder Program Manager with Higher Ground USA. Higher Ground USA provides free recreational therapy week-long programs to veterans, first responders, and their significant others ranging from climbing, scuba, surfing, rafting, skiing, mountaineering, and cycling. Kristian also works with teens in recovery at Paradigm Treatment Centers in Malibu, CA as a Clinical Assistant. Paradigm is an intensive residential treatment program that integrates the whole person, a sense of community, and family. Kristian is currently working on his graduate degree in Clinical Psychology focusing on somatic psychotherapy and trauma-informed care. Life balance is important to Kristian, so he intentionally carves out time to BE through date nights with his girlfriend and friends, meditating, yoga, traveling, working out, cooking, photographing, skiing, surfing, and climbing. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E82 · Mon, October 23, 2023
Don't Wing It! Plan It!
Ever found yourself in a bind, with no choice but to 'wing it'? Join me, Suzi Landolphi, as I explore the fine line between planning and improvisation, the concept of backwards planning, after-action reports and how we can use them to better our relationships and day-to-day affairs. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E81 · Mon, October 16, 2023
The Power of Choice and Embracing the Hero Inside
Could your life be changed by a single decision? Harness the power of choice and embody the idea that we can all become heroes in training by embracing daily habits that foster change and growth. Join Suzi, as she engages with the compelling concept of 'wisdom keepers' and dives into the profound influence of Dr Edith Eva Eger's Book The Choice: Embrace the Possible , which underscores the impact of choice in shaping our lives. This episode is a heartfelt discussion filled with personal revelations and transformative ideas for personal growth. Get ready to be inspired! Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E80 · Mon, October 09, 2023
Wrestling Beyond the Ring: Aron Haddad
Ever wondered how professional wrestling is akin to performing arts? The charismatic and talented Aron Haddad, a renowned professional wrestler, joins us to highlight the captivating world of wrestling, where each move is a blend of athleticism and carefully choreographed artistry. But life is not all about wrestling, is it? We reflect on personal transformations, the experiences that come with career shifts, and the importance of staying grounded. We conclude on a contemplative note, exploring the power of living in the present, accepting our current circumstances, and moving forward with gratitude. You wouldn't want to miss it! Follow Aron on Instagram @thearonfiles Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E79 · Mon, October 02, 2023
The Anti-Therapist Therapist
Suzi has always been a disruptor at heart, which led her to create the first condom store in the US, and defend her rights against religious extremism. She takes you down memory lane of her intriguing journey towards becoming a therapist and how her adventures, mishaps, and personal trauma have been her stepping stones. She explores how sometimes therapy can be more harmful than helpful. Brace yourselves for a peek behind the curtain into some of the ethical dilemmas of therapy. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E78 · Mon, September 25, 2023
"I didn't have a choice" Surviving Leukemia
Listen up caregivers, this one's for you. Brimming with courage and resilience, 18-year-old Logan Nobriga joins his GMA , Suzi Landolphi, as he recounts his 2x battle with leukemia. Diagnosed at the tender age of 5, he navigates us through some of the highs and lows, and he emphasizes the importance of maintaining friendships. Logan provides some advice to parents with children facing similar trials and the importance of safeguarding their child's social connections. Listen to Logan's reflections on how his physical strength, high pain tolerance, and his life-altering experiences have helped shape his outlook on life. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E77 · Mon, September 18, 2023
The Power of Equine Therapy and what our horses can teach us
Join me, Suzi Landolphi at Sweetbeau Horses as we explore the magic of equine therapy and the lessons these majestic creatures teach us about being better humans. My guest today is the gentle giant Guinness, a warm-blood Percheron cross as he joins me in the arena to talk about the benefits of an equine therapy program I've designed. Be sure to hop over to our YouTube channel @cominghomewellmilitary so you can watch the full episode and see not only Guinness, but also two wild mustangs that are new residents at Sweetbeau Horses Farm and Rescue. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E76 · Mon, September 11, 2023
Breathing, Blocking & Setting Boundaries
Imagine a wellness tool that's free, accessible, and incredibly powerful - that's the magic of deep breathing. This episode unveils the hidden significance of breath and its profound impact on our mental, emotional, and physical health. Suzi spotlights how deep-seated fears and emotional threats can trigger anxiety and the necessity of setting emotional boundaries and fostering a space of self-love and acceptance. Do you have a story to tell? Want to share with Suzi? Email her at suzigma@gmail.com. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E75 · Mon, September 04, 2023
"I was told me to be afraid without explanation"
Have you ever caught yourself in a web of fear, spun by what you have always been told or past experiences? Join me, Suzi Landolphi, as we consider the importance of understanding the value or purpose of what we fear, and how to turn this knowledge into growth opportunities. Exam and research you fear to gain knowledge of its validity. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E74 · Mon, August 28, 2023
The Art of Creating an Oasis at Home
Ever felt like you need a vacation but your bank balance says otherwise? Hold that thought, because we're about to shift perspectives and take you on a mind-bending journey that will help you relax and rejuvenate right where you are. Get ready to create a vacation mindset at home and you'll be amazed at how this transformation will help you find joy in the simplest of things. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E73 · Mon, August 21, 2023
Be the Jackass: The Hidden Value of Stubbornness
Stubbornness! Can this characteristic, often viewed negatively, actually have hidden depths and value? Join me, Susie Landolphi, as I am at my usual refuge, the Lifesavers Wild Horse Sanctuary, where we explore these questions and more. There are parallels between the protective nature of donkeys and the stubborn behavior exhibited by children who've had to become their own protectors. Drawing on my experience as a therapist, we challenge traditional views of mental health, encouraging a fresh perspective on why certain behaviors occur. Learn to understand rather than stigmatize these traits. So, ready to change the way you view stubbornness? Let's get started. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E72 · Mon, August 14, 2023
Embracing Change: From Physical Relocations to Mental Shifts
I've never been a fan of moving. The anticipation, the upheaval, and the inevitable chaos always leave me feeling out of sync. Yet, here I am, knee-deep in moving boxes, juggling the stress of relocation with the demands of daily life. Join me, Suzi Landolphi, as we unpack not just physical boxes, but emotional ones too. In this episode of Be Crazy Well, we're exploring the metaphorical and literal movement: from shifting homes to transforming mental states, and how making mindful choices in times of change can lead to personal growth. Ever wondered about those moments where you're forced to choose between standing still or moving forward, not just physically but emotionally? Sometimes, taking a leap of faith, moving against the tide, and navigating the chaos can lead to beautiful transformations. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E71 · Sun, July 30, 2023
Unleashing the Benefits of Rest for Better Mental Health
Imagine a scenario where you're granted permission to rest, to do less; surprising isn’t it? That's the kind of metamorphic conversation we're having today, an exploration into the world of rest, sleep, and mental health. We tap into the often ignored concept of post-traumatic growth and the remarkable impact it can make in our lives. Taking a closer look at our daily habits, we question if our actions during the day are the thieves of our good night's rest. Can your bedroom environment hold the key to unlocking better sleep? We think it does! In the second segment, we bring practicality to the forefront, discussing the monumental role your bedroom's ambience plays in sleep preparation. From the perfect sheets and soothing scents to the ideal lighting, we leave no stone unturned. We also touch base on the influence of trauma on sleep patterns, emphasizing the crucial role of establishing a calming bedtime routine with our kids. Join me, Susie Landolphi, on this journey towards a more rested and well-rounded life. Suzi favorite morning tea recipe: Two PG Tips tea bags, steep 3 minutes, add two tsp Turbinado Sugar, half and half to taste and enjoy! Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E70 · Mon, July 24, 2023
The Power of Starting Over: A Journey of Self-Discovery
Ever found yourself in a slump, wondering how to rebuild your life? Well, I, Suzi Landolphi, have been there and I'm here to share with you how a period of collapse gave me the opportunity to start from scratch. We'll be reassessing what it is we are holding onto in our lives and if it's truly helping us to be our best selves. This podcast is designed to help you to not only find the strength in your struggles, but to harness it for growth and self-reinvention. We'll also be hearing the inspiring stories of an artist and a combat veteran who previously found their worth in shaping others. However, they came to realize the real power lies in shaping our own identities. One such figure is Charlie Plum, a prisoner of war, who used his dire situation as an opportunity to become the person he wanted to be. We wrap up with a reflection on the importance of standards in guiding our choices. It's never too late to take ownership of your life and to create the person you want to be. So, let's embark on this journey together and learn how to Be Crazy Well! Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E69 · Mon, July 17, 2023
Journey to Wellness: Translating Boxing Discipline into Mental Health
Imagine stepping into a boxing ring, sweat dripping from your brow, adrenaline pumping through your veins. Now picture the same intensity applied to your mental health, transforming traumas into triumphs, and emotional reactions into controlled responses. That's what we're diving into today. A unique conversation that correlates the discipline of mastering boxing strikes to mastering our mental health wellness practices. We'll unwrap the concept of post-traumatic growth, and discuss how turning pain into powerful learning can mold us into the individuals we strive to be. But it's not just about fighting our inner battles, it's about maintaining healthy relationships too. Setting concrete boundaries and controlling your emotions! Feeling overwhelmed and overreacting because of past experiences? I've got you covered! We'll delve into how these practices can help us evolve into our best selves. So, tighten your gloves and get ready to rumble. Welcome to the Be Crazy journey. Let's knock out those mental health obstacles together! Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E68 · Mon, July 10, 2023
Understanding Complex Emotions: The Role of Anger, Resentment, and Learned Helplessness
Ever had a moment where someone else's joy didn't make you happy? Today on Be Crazy Well, we have an illuminating conversation about navigating complex emotions like anger, resentment, and the blurred lines of fear and sadness that they often mask. Through a poignant narrative about a mother and her two daughters, we tackle the concept of 'learned helplessness' and reveal how sometimes, in our quest to do good, we might just be causing more harm. This episode paints a vivid picture of how our reactions to trauma can shape our lives and the role of mental health practices in helping us to become the individuals we aspire to be. Are we poisoning ourselves with resentment? What happens when we hold expectations for the people we help? As we peel back these layers, we discuss the potential dangers resentment poses to our physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and financial health. Along the way, we question why anger isn't recognized as a primary emotion and why it's crucial to teach our children self-care. Join us as we explore these intriguing topics and more, demonstrating how understanding and embracing our emotions can propel us towards personal growth. Remember, growth isn’t always about moving forward, but sometimes about digging deep. So grab your headphones and join the mental health evolution with Be Crazy Well. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E67 · Mon, July 03, 2023
Interdependence Day: A Celebration of Collective Growth
What if the key to personal growth and healthier relationships wasn't total independence, but rather interdependence? We're challenging the conventional narrative on what it means to be self-reliant, as we explore an alternative approach that emphasizes the value of collective growth. I'm your host, Suzi Landolphi, inviting you to join this enlightening discussion that could change the way you view your relationships, personal struggles, and overall mental health! In the spirit of Interdependence Day, let's dissect the often misunderstood concept of codependence and how it differs from interdependence. We'll delve into how true interdependence affects not only our personal relationships but also our perception of our impact on the world. As we wander through this journey together, we'll uncover the power of reaching out during our most challenging times. To wrap up this thought-provoking session, we'll engage in a practice of self-love, focusing on becoming the best version of ourselves. Let's redefine mental health growth together, embracing the benefits of interdependence, and creating the life we all deserve. Tune in! We want to hear from YOU!! Send Suzi an email about your concerns or questions at suzi@suzilandolphi.com Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E66 · Mon, June 26, 2023
We Can Grow From What We Are Willing To Share ~ Juston Graber
Our men and women of service are oftentimes put into horrific situations civilians will never understand or process. Decisions are made based on all the factors that are playing on that one moment. In today's episode Suzi is joined by Juston Graber , Army Combat Veteran, actor, producer and writer to discuss his time before, during and after his service. Juston is very candid and transparent about his journey and discusses in detail one of those very moments in time that change his course of both service and life. Strap in for this discussion as it does get heavy but we can only grow from what we are willing to share. Facebook A Combat Veteran YouTube A Combat Veteran Anthony Roy Productions In 2022, Juston embarked on an extraordinary endeavor to bring the theatrical production "Enlisted" to life. This captivating play follows an Army unit before, during, and after a combat deployment, shedding light on the absurdities soldiers face in their day-to-day lives. "Enlisted" not only provides a glimpse into military service but also bridges the gap between civilians and veterans through its clever infusion of workplace comedy. http://www.weenlisted.com/ Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E65 · Sun, June 18, 2023
Readjustment and Pushing Back on the Medical Model
Suzi is excited to have another Coming Home Well podcaster, Mike Kim, host of Veteran Et Cetera on today to discuss Veteran Readjustment and pushing back on the Medical Model; Being curious and asking questions on what is actually working for our Veteran Community. Suzi and Mike are constantly collaborating and connecting to give voice and experience from different perspectives and treatments. The difference and solidarity in readjustment needs to fully look at before, during and after military service for a person to be seen as a whole individual. Suzi and Mike also reflect on PTS and how this is a normal reaction to an abnormal situation. The ways a person processes and deals with the situation can be mild, moderate or severe. What are your thoughts on readjustment? Send Suzi and email. She would love to hear your feedback. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E64 · Mon, June 12, 2023
Charlotte Rayfield ~ Getting Real About Young Adults With Disabilities
Suzi has the pleasure of speaking with Charlotte Rayfield, dear friend and an incredible young lady. Charlotte is 25 years old and a senior in college and has Cerebral Palsy. She is giving insight from the other side of the narrative in caregiving as the one receiving. Oftentimes we focus as a society on caregiving for the elderly but what about caregiving for young adults who are disabled? This is a completely different approach and having the knowledge given to us by those receiving the care is empowering to do a better job. What are your experiences as a young adult receiving care? What feedback can you provide so we as caregivers can do better and be better at providing care? Email Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com with your comments and suggestions. She would like to hear what you can teach us as caregivers. Congrats to Be Crazy Well for being in the Top 100 Mental Health Podcasts Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E63 · Mon, June 05, 2023
Martin Ali Simms - The Neurosequential Model
Regulate, Relate, Reason Using somatics to tackle trauma. In today's episode Suzi has the pleasure to speak with Martin Ali Simms, Founder of THE D.O.P.E. Coach Academy about using the neurosequential model to help regulate, relate and reason your mental health. For Martin, trauma at a young age set him on the path of discovery and wellbeing. https://www.neurosequential.com/ Martin's Bio Martin Simms, Founder of The D.O.P.E. Coach Academy, where wey cultivate Therapeutic experiences through Sports & Exercise by educating & training Coaches how to lead their athletes in emotional regulation, mental resilience, & somatically processing trauma. After witnessing the tragic heart attack death of his 33 year old neighbor at 14 while playing basketball at his house, being able to navigate school work & sports proved to be an impossible task. Trauma impacted his life early, & shaped everything that followed. Struggling to make sense of what he witnessed throughout young adulthood, he turned to the gym as his profession. His motivation was to help prevent future heart attacks, but he found that the emotional & psychological barriers had as much to do with his clients being unhealthy as their diet or lack of exercise. He started studying the brain. He studied with world-renowned Dr. Bruce Perry on how childhood traumas can linger for life & started implementing the Neurosequential Model into Youth Sports & Exercise Programs. His program was nominated by the Jr. NBA for 2021 Program of the Year in its 1st year for the focus on maintaining the participants' Mental Health at the beginning of the Pandemic. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E62 · Mon, May 22, 2023
Learning Honesty Through Equine Therapy
Gentling the soul through equine therapy. Suzi talks about an organization dear to her heart, Lifesavers Wild Horse Rescue and how horses are helping veterans to heal. Horses live in the moment, and they are sensitive to energy levels, so it is important to be honest about how you are feeling in that moment. Your thoughts, feelings and actions must be the same in order to be honest. If you are being honest with how you are feeling the horse will respond in kindness. One has to learn to be congruent, consistent and how to pressure and release when interacting with the horse. One practice used is a "Please and Thank you" approach. Listen in as Suzi gives examples of how they work to gentle the wild horses and use this practice to help veterans to heal. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E61 · Mon, May 15, 2023
Eric Liddick ~ All The Memories That Remain
In this episode, Suzi talks with Eric Liddick about falling from grace and searching for a way back home. Eric's recent publication of his book All the Memories That Remain: War, Alzheimer's, and the Search for a Way Home is a tribute to his journey from war, his father's diagnosis of Alzheimer's and finding meaning in what remains. Visit Eric's webpage at ericliddick.com Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E60 · Mon, May 08, 2023
Jon Archambault ~ Wired Differently
Suzi is honored to have Jon Archambault join her today to kick start many more conversations about mental health, being a disruptor and learning to unload what's on your mind. Jon is a CAF Veteran, Mental Health Advocate, Author, Founder of Wired Differently, Podcaster, Leadership Coach and Former Police Officer...Wow! Be sure to check out the Black Sheep Podcast on all the streaming platforms and visit Jon's website Wired Differently, A Brand to Suit Your Wildest Adventure. Check out Jon book Operation: Wired Differently: Understanding humans who run towards danger...and the trauma in their wake Follow Jon on IG @wiredifferently.co Jon's Bio At 19 years old, Jon joined the military to work in communication in the army for 4 years. This led to his remuster to logistics where he was a member of Special Operation Forces. After leaving the military, Jon transitioned to a police officer in a major city in Canada. Jon dedicated himself to others and began to show signs of mental fatigue. After serving the country for over fifteen years, Jon was diagnosed with Post-traumatic stress disorder. During this dark time, he chose to show the world the inside of the mind of someone suffering from PTS(I) due to his service. His book, Operation:Wired Differently was written and published. This was the start of his mental health advocacy focusing on peer support, mental health, and healing. Jon enrolled at the Life Coach School of Brooke Castillo; his certification followed. As part of his healing Jon began a proactive project creating logo-ed clothing to raise funds for various groups. His goal: to get rid of the stigma within the uniform, and within civilian populations. But he wanted more. Jon’s lifelong passion for the arts—including poetry which he writes—complements his boots-on-the-ground skills. Jon is married and an active father to two young boys. He has learned to prioritize his family, manage his complex stress injury, and continue his service to others through consistent and healthy dedication. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first mo
S2 E59 · Mon, May 01, 2023
InJoy your Uniqueness
Be different! Be unique! Be willing to listen and appreciate someone else's story to see their uniqueness. We all play a special part in this adventure we call LIFE. Suzi challenges you to express and InJoy your differences as that is what makes you special. Recognize your superpowers and use them to grow, explore and thrive to be the person you deserve to be. What is your story of uniqueness? Suzi invites you to share. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E58 · Mon, April 24, 2023
Doc Jacobs ~ The Only Limitations We Have Are The Ones We've Placed On Ourselves
What you can perceive in your mind, your body will follow. Suzi is joined by Daniel "Doc" Jacobs, Retired U.S. Navy Petty Officer Second Class, Award Winning Author, Senior Medic and Ambassador for Gary Sinise Foundation, for part 2 of their conversation. Doc is candid about his recent amputation of his other leg and how hard it was mentally to push through the darkness. Both Suzi and Doc reflect on their own personal childhood trauma and how they learned from living through physical and mental abuse to become the people they are today. This is a transparent discussion about setting limitations on yourself, overcoming and finding success in living well. Do you have questions you would like to ask Doc? Send us an email at cominghomewell@gmail.com. 2023 Firebird Book Award Winner Ambassador for Gary Sinise Foundation Follow Doc on LinkedIn Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E57 · Mon, April 17, 2023
Honoring Our Ability To Thrive
Are you coping to feel better or are you thriving and growing? Do you use the same approach or tactic to resolve every problem or situation? Suzi challenges you to make a list of other words to describe how you might be feeling. For example, instead of saying "I am scared to start this new job" which can activate adrenaline and your stress response, use the word opportunity : "I see this new job as an opportunity to grow and learn". Words do matter and it is how you can use them to help grow and thrive . Everyone deserves to THRIVE! Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E56 · Mon, April 10, 2023
Dustin Belusack ~ Creating and Following Through
Finding agency and his purpose is how he rolls. Dustin Belusack, U.S. Army National Guard Veteran and Merging Vets and Players Virtual Program Manager, is Suzi's guest today. "I'm a proud native of the burbs of Cleveland, Ohio, and a veteran of the Army National Guard. After being activated, I lost myself and my drive, and eventually, I lost everything, I took the time to reflect on my life and make the necessary changes to become the best version of myself. It hasn't been easy, but I'm determined to keep learning and growing every day. I'm excited to see what the future holds and am committed to making a positive impact in the world." ~ Dustin Dustin Bio Dustin served in the Army National Guard from 1999 to 2006. His motivation to join the military came from a desire to understand his father's service in Vietnam. Dustin served as a mechanized mortarman until 9/11, and then even though he was at school at the time, he was placed on active duty. In 2016, Dustin ended up in transitional housing while looking to change his life. He decided to start saying 'yes' to healthy changes. Dustin was then offered a job at a non-profit that helps stray animals, and when Covid hit, his team adjusted the mission to help low-income communities, increasing outreach. Because of a more robust need for systems, Dustin created a process of ordering, packaging, and delivering pet food to over 32,000 animals, which is still in use. Dustin first heard about MVP while living in veteran transitional housing and he decided to give MVP a try. Dustin loved the organization and was motivated by the team to keep showing up and hold himself accountable...and it changed his life forever. Contact: dbeluscak@vetsandplayers.org Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E55 · Mon, April 03, 2023
Is this normal? Yes it is considering what HAPPENED to you!
Trauma needs no invitation to appear in a person's life. Suzi is talking about trauma and why it can feel so normal. In today's episode Suzi dives deeper into Dr. Gabor Mate's book The Myth of Normal and the Big T Trauma and the Little t Trauma. The Little t Trauma is the more hurtful and prevalent as it takes tiny bites out of a person's mental health and wellbeing. As part of investigating your wellbeing, Suzi introduces a self inquiry exercise by Dr Mate to shed light on where, how and why your trauma may feel normal. So grab your pen or pencil and a piece of paper and let's start you on your journey of self awareness and wellbeing to BE CRAZY WELL! What to read Dr. Gabor Mate's book click here Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E54 · Mon, March 27, 2023
Matt Shepherd, Part 2 ~ Speaking Your Truth is a Practice
Speaking your truth is a practice! In today's episode Suzi is joined by Matt Shepherd, US Navy Veteran for part 2 of his story. Matt is very honest and candid about his struggles to learn how to cope without alcohol or substances. He learned that sobriety brought a renewed joy for life and allowed him to explore not only the good but also tackle the bad in order to be crazy well. Matt learned to sit in his trauma, to understand the learned behavior from childhood, and how to pull himself out of the cycle so he could not only help himself but help others as well. Never be afraid to move forward. Find your courage and face your storm knowing you will come out on the other side. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E53 · Mon, March 20, 2023
Retired U.S. Navy Petty Officer Second Class Daniel "Doc" Jacobs ~ Perserverence
Perseverance - The persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success. A word that could describe Suzi's guest today as he has continued to persevere through the obstacles. In today's episode Retired U.S. Navy Petty Officer Second Class Doc Jacobs joins Suzi as he talks about his desire to join the Navy, deployment and the moment life's journey gave him a new mission. Doc served eight years and two months in the United States Navy. He has served six-years and six months of this service as a combat wounded Corpsman. Doc was sent to 3 rd Battalion 7 th Marine Regiment just weeks prior to their deployment to Ramadi, Iraq in September of 2005. Doc was in combat for six and a half months on a seven- month deployment when his “gun truck” was struck by an I.E.D (improvised explosive device) that consisted of three 155mm artillery rounds. Up until that point, Doc had over 225 Combat Patrols. After two full years of full physical, mental, and spiritual recovery which included losing his left leg (below the knee), three toes from his right foot, and three partial fingers from his left hand, Doc returned to the Fleet Marine Force and became one of the few in the Navy to do so. Not only was Doc one of the few amputees to return to the Fleet Marine Force for the Navy, but he also made US Naval and Marine Corps history by being the first amputee in Naval history (especially Corpsman rating) to EVER be assigned to an infantry unit. Doc did more than just his job as a Corpsman: he has done 25 world marathons (9 as half marathon runner), most recent being the San Diego Rock and Roll Half Marathon on June 2, 2019 with a modest time of 2 hours and 50 minutes and Detroit’s International Half Marathon on October 17, 2021 in 2 hours and 58 minutes. He has recently competed in his first team triathlon on October 24, 2021 (the run portion). All marathons were completed as an amputee. Doc is planning to be one of the few amputees to ever run a half marathon on all seven continents. Want to read Doc' story? Follow the link Here and Back Again: Stories from a Combat Navy Corpsman Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your s
S2 E52 · Mon, March 13, 2023
Isaac Salvidar ~ I Will Not Become My Diagnosis
Suzi is joined today by Isaac Salvidar, US Marine Veteran and Program Manager at Merging Vets and Players Las Vegas Chapter. Isaac shares his journey of healing and his determination not to be his diagnosis. As a first generation American in his family Isaac began to pave his way to success through many diverse routes of achievement. As one of those routes Isaac joined the Marine Corps to solidify his toughness and satisfy a feeling of belonging, but this journey of growth came with a price. Listen in to Isaac's story and how he took the initiative to find his path of healing. Isaac's Bio Isaac was in the ROTC and was the first vice president of his high school when he enlisted with the US Marines at 18 before graduation. He left for boot camp in September 2005, two days after his sister’s wedding. His first duty station was at 29 Palms M.C.A.G.C.C. in the California desert for three and a half years with 1st Marines Division 2nd Battalion 7th Marines. He deployed to Iraq from January-August of 2007. During this time, he served as the Radio Operator for his squad. In the third year of his first enlistment in 2008, he deployed to Helmand Province Afghanistan. He was injured from I.E.D’s. blasts resulting in a concussion, torn shoulder, fractures, inflamed bulging discs, and compressed nerves in his back. Upon returning from his 2nd deployment, he was placed on limited duty and was prescribed opioids for the pain leading to addiction. “I was numb to the world. I had gone from being athletic to someone with no emotion and a lot of anger, pain, and barely able to move without the pain meds. I only slept a few hours at night and was also self-medicating with alcohol.” While in Afghanistan he re-enlisted to become a Marksmanship Instructor at Camp Pendleton, in San Diego County and executed orders in 2009 for his new duty station. In 2012 he was medically separated from the Marines. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave
S2 E51 · Mon, March 06, 2023
Matt Shepherd ~ Finding Strength & Letting Go
It is hard sometimes for us to give ourselves grace and recognize that we are all human. We all make mistakes and hit roadblocks that challenge our decision making. It is how we recover! It is how we explore empowering ourselves with knowledge to success and finding the love for ourselves to recognize we are allowed to make mistakes so we can learn and grow. Suzi talks with Matt Shepherd in this episode about his challenges, finding strength and learning to let go. Recognize your accomplishments and Thrive in your SUCCESSES no matter how big or small. Live the life you so DESERVE!! Matt Bio Matt is a US Navy Veteran, personal chef, fitness coach and member of #mergingvetsandplayer. Matt enjoys giving professional hugs and spreading smiles and is always willing to accept a challenge to a starting match. In addition to spreading the joy Matt enjoys knitting and is the 1983 Cow Calling Champion. Matt is a supporter to those struggling and his own vulnerability and transparency helps to shine the light ahead for those trying to find their path forward. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E50 · Mon, February 27, 2023
John David "J.D." Morris ~ Real, Raw and Relatable
Real Relatable and Raw Suzi talks with John David "J.D." Morris, Retired US Army Special Forces, Professional Shooting and Tactics Instructor, and Wellness Mentor about the real struggles, relatable stories and raw details of his life. Trauma is an individual and unique reality for each of us and when we know we are not alone, we can then stand strong knowing we have many hands holding us up and helping us to move forward. We all deserve to be mentally healthy and stacking your team with those like minded members will create a tribe you can lean on and go to for support. Live the Life You Deserve! John's Bio In 1986, I enlisted in the U.S. Army and everything started to make sense. I found connection with other like-minded people and purpose in serving our country. I started out in the Airborne Combat Engineers at Ft. Bragg, NC, and served there from 1987-1991. Three overseas deployments; two to Honduras, Central America, and one to Operation Desert Storm would be the highlights of my MOS-12B career. During those years at Ft. Bragg, NC, I was always impressed with the “other guys” across the street on Smoke Bomb Hill. They were Green Berets. Upon returning from Desert Storm, I immediately went to Special Forces Assessment and Selection-SFAS. After completing selection, I attended and completed the Special Forces Engineer Course and Special Forces Qualification Course in 1992. In December 1992, I reported to B/3/5th SFG(A) at Ft. Campbell, KY. I had no way of knowing then, I would stay there until retirement in April 2008. I spent 13 years on Operational Detachments in 3rd Battalion, 5th Special Forces Group(A). Over those 13 years, I served as the Engineer Sergeant, Intelligence Sergeant, and Operations Sergeant (Team Sergeant) on Special Forces A-Teams. I deployed five times under long term combat conditions from 1991-2006. We also deployed for numerous contingency operations in the Middle East during the 1990’s. After my third tour in Iraq during the Global War on Terror in 2006, I was very sick and confused. I suffered from PTSD and TBI; but couldn’t recognize it myself. After a medical retirement in 2008 at 21 years of service, I was lost in life after the military. It would take six more difficult years before the healing started. I am transparent about this part of my life in an attempt to give back and help others with the same post military and combat injuries. I offer the same support to local Law Enforcement and First Responders. I have also decided to dedicate my time after retirement to training others in local communities. My time spent over four decades in special military operations, combat operations, and specialized law enforcement operations will enhance and benefit all levels of training in our current society. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self”
S2 E49 · Mon, February 20, 2023
Be The Team Leader of Your Well Being ~ Everyone Has a Different Story
In today's episode we are revisiting Season 1 Episode 20 Everyone Has A Different Story. If you think you know it all, then how will you grow? The ancient Masters didn’t try to educate the people, but kindly taught them to not-know. When they think that they know the answers, people are difficult to guide. When they know that they don’t know, people can find their own way. ~ Tao Te Ching translated by Stephen Mitchell In this episode Suzi talks about "knowism" and how it can be hazardous when it comes to diagnosing. For a person who is struggling with trauma and trying to manage symptoms, concerns need to be heard! More often than not a one-fits-all approach is not the best practice. It is important for the person who is struggling to express what is working and what is not working! And as a healthcare professional there needs to be an openness to finding what works best for their patient's health, mindset and overall well being. Watch the full episode on our YouTube Channel at https://youtu.be/Ptq7Y6Q1Wuo Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E48 · Mon, February 13, 2023
Love Is A Verb
What is your internal dialogue of the word LOVE? One of the first words we learn is Love and understanding the physical sensations of pleasant and unpleasant. We teach our children about the words that represent emotions. In this episode, Suzi explores deeper how we are taught through our exposure to family and those around us how we define emotions and actions with words. We are taught the expectations and the definitions of how love is expressed and this can get very confusing as we grow. Listen in to how Suzi explains the primary emotions of joy, fear and sadness and how they can make up all the other emotions. Learn how to zero in on how "you are loving someone or how someone is loving you" Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E47 · Mon, February 06, 2023
Nate Banks ~ Concerned Veterans For America Part 2
Suzi and Nate continued the conversation and dive into the importance of Veterans being able to have choices of where and who care for their needs through the VA especially if they are not local to a VA Medical Center. CV4A lays the grassroots of policies to move through legislation to give Veterans more control over their healthcare. Nate touches on some of those bills and policies, the Mission Act and how folks can assist through surveys and volunteering. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio or your favorite podcast platform. Watch the full episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/VxN1S24H3oY Learn more about the Concerned Veterans for America by visiting cv4a.org Follow CV4A on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ConcernedVetsForAmerica/ Interested in volunteering for CV4A? Sign up at https://cv4a.actcentr.com/Signup/register Seven Years After The Phoenix Veteran Affairs Scandal https://cv4a.org/seven-years-after-phoenix-scandal-va-is-failing-veterans-by-not-fully-implementing-the-mission-act/ NATE BANKS Bio Nate Banks is the strategic director for Concerned Veterans for America in Colorado and a veteran of the United States Navy. Nate enlisted in the Navy in 1999. He is a plank owner, meaning he was an original crew member stationed aboard the USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76). He was preparing for an upcoming training deployment on the USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) when the September 11th attacks took place. That training deployment turned into a combat deployment, and Nate served on the first carrier battle group deployed after the September 11th attacks. This deployment set a post WWII Record (and pre-pandemic record) for most consecutive days at sea, without a port call at 159 days. After returning to the USS Ronald Reagan, Nate was again asked to deploy aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt, also known as America’s Big Stick. The USS Theodore Roosevelt was the first carrier battle group surged, ahead of her deployment schedule, for the beginning of Operation Iraqi Freedom. The Theodore Roosevelt was a launching point for air assaults at the beginning of the war in Iraq. Nate was transferred to shore duty in 2004 and served at Naval Air Station Lemoore California until his honorable discharge in 2007. After leaving the Navy, Nate spent years working in the energy industry in multiple capacities and in law enforcement, while also attending school. Nate joi
S2 E46 · Mon, January 30, 2023
Nate Banks ~ Concerned Veterans For America Part 1
Nate Banks, Strategic Director for Concerned Veterans for America in Colorado and US Navy Veteran, about his journey after service to receive healthcare and his experience with the VA Healthcare System. As an advocate for veterans, Nate pursues his passion for accountability and responsibility through the mission at the Concerned Veterans of America to advocate for policies that will preserve the freedom and prosperity that we and our families so proudly fought and sacrificed to defend. Learn more about the Concerned Veterans for America by visiting cv4a.org Follow CV4A on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ConcernedVetsForAmerica/ Interested in volunteering for CV4A? Sign up at https://cv4a.actcentr.com/Signup/register Seven Years After The Phoenix Veteran Affairs Scandal https://cv4a.org/seven-years-after-phoenix-scandal-va-is-failing-veterans-by-not-fully-implementing-the-mission-act/ NATE BANKS Bio Nate Banks is the strategic director for Concerned Veterans for America in Colorado and a veteran of the United States Navy. Nate enlisted in the Navy in 1999. He is a plank owner, meaning he was an original crew member stationed aboard the USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76). He was preparing for an upcoming training deployment on the USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) when the September 11th attacks took place. That training deployment turned into a combat deployment, and Nate served on the first carrier battle group deployed after the September 11th attacks. This deployment set a post WWII Record (and pre-pandemic record) for most consecutive days at sea, without a port call at 159 days. After returning to the USS Ronald Reagan, Nate was again asked to deploy aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt, also known as America’s Big Stick. The USS Theodore Roosevelt was the first carrier battle group surged, ahead of her deployment schedule, for the beginning of Operation Iraqi Freedom. The Theodore Roosevelt was a launching point for air assaults at the beginning of the war in Iraq. Nate was transferred to shore duty in 2004 and served at Naval Air Station Lemoore California until his honorable discharge in 2007. After leaving the Navy, Nate spent years working in the energy industry in multiple capacities and in law enforcement, while also attending school. Nate joined CVA in 2018. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full li
S2 E45 · Mon, January 23, 2023
Josh Wheeldon ~ Commitment To Service
Suzi talks with Josh Wheeldon about his journey to service, time during the military, his duty as a military police officer and his continued commitment to serve his fellow brothers and sisters. Josh's Bio Joined the Army as a Military Police Officer in December 2004 shortly after I traveled to Korea 2005. In 2006 came to Fort Lewis where I deployed to the Anbar Province of Iraq for 15 months living embedded in an Iraq Police Station with Marines. Upon returning it was time to get out of the Army. When I was attending college in 2011 I was offered a position to go to Afghanistan, so like any other Veteran I left and found myself in the Kunar Province of Afghanistan at FOB Joyce within no time. I supported 25th Infantry Division (235) and 4th Infantry Division (212). Since returning I used my GI Bill and obtained a degree in Human Resources Management. I went to work for the Veteran Benefits Administration for the external affairs director. Finding the need for services I assisted in starting a Veteran Social Media group that actively serves nearly five thousands Veterans daily. I have served as Puyallup VFW Post Senior Vice Commander. My daily job is ensuring the Soldiers who are being medically separated from the Army are connected with the best resources to succeed outside of the military. I am what is called a Transition Coordinator at the Soldier Recovery Unit. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S2 E44 · Mon, January 16, 2023
Broken Promises ~ Retired Marine Corps Lt Col Ted Blickwedel
Broken Promises ~ Compromised Mental Health Care, Counselor Burnout & Retaliation at VA Our Veterans are not numbers! Suzi is joined by Ted Blickwedel, Retired Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel, combat veteran and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, about compromised mental health care and counsel burnout in VA Vet Centers. Ted's journey from clinical social worker employed by the VA to today has been quite a road of discovery, hardship and disappointment in the VA system. Ted's expectation of quality care for his fellow men and women of service who need the support and mental health care from the VA was and is one top tier. Ted experienced first hand the lack of support as a clinician, lack of quality care for his patients and sadly the retaliation of speaking up about the injustice to both veterans needing help and those providing the help. Ted's Bio Retired Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel and combat veteran who became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker after he retired from the military. He worked as a counselor at the VA VET Center in Warwick, RI from 2009 to 2018 where he provided mental health care for fellow veterans. In 2017, during his tenure at the VET Center, he began to ‘speak truth to power’ in an effort to have VA VET Center Management revise their clinical productivity policies that were harmful to counselors and compromising quality care for veterans. His subsequent whistleblowing campaign came at great price, personally, professionally, financially and health wise. He is currently urging the United States Congress to pass legislation that has been introduced to the House and Senate Veterans Affairs Committees, as a result of a federal GAO investigation he helped instigate which substantiated his allegations. This legislation will protect the quality of services to our veterans and their families, as well as safeguard the welfare of counselors who care for them at over 300 VET Centers nationwide. Blickwedel’s crusade to rectify compromised mental health care and counselor well-being within the VA VET Center program has been featured on NBC and NPR, to include the Military Times, other publications and local news broadcasts. Energy Psychology (EP) Association for Comprehensive Energy Psychology (ACEP) www.energypsych.org veterans.energypsych.org https://www.vabreakingpromises.com/ Senate: S. 1944 - Vet Center Improvement Act of 2021 <a
S2 E43 · Mon, January 09, 2023
Retired 1SG U.S. Army Tom Cruz ~ The Importance Of A Strong Support Team
Completing the mission is the target. Using your techniques, skills, and resources learned in the military to complete the mission should be no different when it comes to mental health and wellbeing. Complete your mission in finding the best ways to live the life you so deserve by completing the mission for your mental health well being. Suzi has the honor of taking with Retired 1SG U.S. Army Tom Cruz about his journey recovering from attempted suicide while still in service and rebuilding his life one day at a time. Tom has experienced first hand the importance of a strong support system and the importance of using this knowledge to help others to build and repair their own team. Tom's Bio My name is Tom Cruz, Retired Army 1SG, 26 years, deployed to Kosovo in 1999 then to Iraq 05-06, 06-07, 07-08 and Jordan in 2017. Stationed at locations from Ft. Bragg, Ft. Campbell, Puerto Rico, the Maryland/DC area and Tampa, Florida and Belgium. I was a Soldier that thought I could take care of everything on my own, had all the answers for everyone else until 3 November 2010 when that came all crashing down. That day changed my life and those around me forever, I realized I could not handle the pressure of doing everything on my own and “One” person stopped me from not being able to tell this story today. I have gone through the (MRT) Master Resilience Training Level One at UPenn, (ASIST) Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, (ASIST T4T) ASIST Training for Trainers, (QPR) Questions, and Persuade and Refer online, Crisis Intervention / Mental Health Training through Mid-Continent University, (ACE SI) Ask, Care Escort Suicide Intervention Trained, and (safeTALK) Safe Tell, Ask, Listen, and Keepsafe; amongst others because I want to be that “One” for someone else, so no one has to go through what I went through. Over the past 12 years I have been a part of multiple organizations, two I helped start from the foundation that deal with the social media realm particularly Facebook. I now work with incarcerated Veterans and Civilians getting their lives on track after coming out of prison. Follow Tom on LinkedIn Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or
S2 E42 · Mon, January 02, 2023
U.S. Navy Veteran Andi Ward ~ Using Trauma As An Opportunity To Live Her Best Life
Andi has arrived! Having traveled through life's challenges from being raised in a cult, sexual molestation, coping with alcohol and drugs, military sexual trauma and coming out on the other side with strength and perseverance, Andi is a story of resilience and survival. Join Suzi in this episode to hear more about Andi's story and how even though life gives you a crappy stack of cards you can still find the inner strength to build your foundation. Find your superpowers from the trauma and live your best life. Everyone deserves it. Bio Andi Ward is the Director of Training and Resources for the nonprofit Merging Vets and Players and is a Strength Coach at Unbreakable Performance in West Hollywood, CA. Andi served as a construction electrician with the U.S. Navy Seabees and deployed to Iraq and Africa. Andi has her B.S. in Kinesiology, and on top of being a fitness enthusiast, she is passionate about helping others live healthier, more fulfilled lives. Andi enjoys working out, exploring the outdoors, and going on adventures with her boyfriend, Steven and their 90lb pitbull, Jedi. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E41 · Sun, December 25, 2022
Holiday Celebration Traditions ~ Are They Joyful or Hurtful
As we are celebrating our annual holiday traditions many incorporate various practices and behaviors that we often find the norm. But are they truly celebratory by everyone? Do they truly have a joyful resonating effect for everyone attending? Suzi talks about behaviors and practices that often come with overly celebrating during the holidays. Alcohol can sometimes be part of that celebration but as the alcohol flows so does tempers and bad behavior. The holidays are times of celebration from old to young that reflect joy, love and gratitude. Bad behavior can change the dynamics and instead inflict fear, sadness, pain and regret. Be conscious of your holiday celebration traditions. Do they bring joy and happiness or fear and sadness? Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E40 · Mon, December 19, 2022
EP:40 U.S. Army Veteran Jason Jarman ~ Healing A Lifetime Of Trauma
Send us a Text Message. Suzi talks with Jason Jarman, US Army Veteran and Program Manager for MVP Seattle about childhood trauma, service and creating his own wellness practices for healing. Jason's Bio I was raised in a very chaotic household. My Dad left when I was 7 y/o, leaving my Mom to raise 4 boys on her own. I am the youngest of those 4. Looking back, I realized that I attached to anyone that gave me attention, which made me very vulnerable to childhood sexual abuse. I was molested by two men, with two very different agendas. One groomed me with gifts and vacations that a father would’ve normally done for me. He, honestly, was a good person and never hurt me. Weird to say, but I never felt “used” by J.R. The other man, however, was all about his sick satisfaction. He later was caught and spent the rest of his life in jail where he died from testicular cancer. Poetic justice, I say. That leads me to getting out of “Dodge” by joining the Army out of high school. I served as an Infantryman in Fairbanks Ak. @ Ft. Wainwright. The Army seemed to embrace me because I embraced it. I fit in and I became someone. Someone that stood out. I set the record for time in the night land navigation test for the Expert Infantry Badge and received an ARCOM for that. I placed 1st in consecutive marksmanship competitions for the 6th Inf. Division for all 3 bases in Alaska. I received another ARCOM for that. I never fired a weapon before the Army, and I was honored to have received the E.I.C. Excellence In Competition badge. A badge rare enough that while wearing it during an inspection the CSM asked what it was. To that my squad leader answered, “That means he can put a round up a tick’s ass from 1,000 meters.” I say this not to brag, but to show that the Army and I just clicked. I got married and had 3 kids in Alaska. I got out of the Army due to the wife, now ex, talked me into leaving. I came back home to Renton, WA. That’s my hometown. I was working for Boeing until the 9/11 attacks. That is when I was laid off. Instead of going to school and collecting unemployment, I reenlisted as an Infantryman and went to Iraq to fight. I was a good Infantryman and wanted to do my part in this generation’s war. After discharge, I struggled as most of us do. I didn’t let the VA help me. I turned to the streets for instant gratification. During that time, I lost my wife of 20 plus years to liver failure. This was almost enough to finish me. I didn’t want to be here anymore. I started doing things that were very outrageous to end my life so it would look like an accident to my family. I eventually ended up in a long-term treatment facility where I began to work on myself. I was asked by another veteran, “Jason, did you win any firefights in Iraq by yourself? What makes you think you can win any battles here
S1 E39 · Mon, December 12, 2022
U.S. Army Sergeant Major Evelyn Azzaria ~ Service and Family
The Wonder Women of the Military Suzi talks with U.S. Army Sergeant Major Evelyn Azzaria about service and family. Evelyn was part of the Cultural Support Team (CST) and has been in service for 20+ years. Her skills, knowledge and resilience has propelled her into a journey of exploration, perseverance and creating a path of accomplishment. Evelyn talks about being part of the team, motherhood and her plans once she hangs up the uniform. Evelyn Mayoral( Eve) was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, and is the first in her family to join the military- Army. Eve is currently stationed in North Carolina and is a Sergeant Major serving 20 years. Eve has five combat deployments- 3x Afghanistan and 2x Iraq. She looks forward to retirement in a few years and aspires to complete her Master's Degree and own a small rescue farm. Links Cultural Support Team https://www.soc.mil/CST/about.html https://arsof-history.org/articles/v12n2_cst_timeline_page_1.html Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E38 · Mon, November 28, 2022
A Tradition of Connection
What are your traditions? What are you grateful for in your life? Holidays can be tough and many experience the anxiety of expectations. In this episode, Suzi talks about creating your own traditions to help ease the anxiety and the expectations of giving, working and connecting with family. Suzi created her new tradition of connection with those around her and makes it her mission to honor those that matter the most to her through gratitude. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E37 · Mon, November 21, 2022
Principles & Chair Flying Practices To Mental Well Being ~ Lt. Col. Brian Slade
Suzi talks with Lt.. Col. Brian Slade, Apache Pilot and author of "Cleared Hot", about his seven principles and leadership skills that helped build his foundation to manage PTSD and trauma. Be resilient when facing your storms and work towards seeing obstacles as opportunities. Check out Brian’s book “Cleared Hot with Lt. Col. Brian Slade.” Find it on on Amazon or at https://www.clearedhot.info/ LEARN HOW TO: Grow a Healthy Perspective Practice Chair Flying Value a Higher Cause Build Healthy Support Systems Avoid Festering Emotional Wounds Release Hate Define and Embrace Honorable Missions Author Bio Brian L. Slade has held command positions in the Army and the Air Force and received the Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star, and fourteen combat air medals. He attended Utah State, where he earned a BA and was commissioned as an Army Aviation second lieutenant. He’s also earned an MA in aviation instruction. Brian currently serves as a lieutenant colonel for Air Force Combat Search and Rescue. Co-Author of None Braver and The Liberators, journalist Michael Hirsh earned his Combat Infantryman Badge as an army combat correspondent with the 25th Inf. Div. in Vietnam. He’s produced numerous documentaries and is the recipient of the Peabody and Writers Guild Awards and the Vietnam Veterans of America Excellence in the Arts Award. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E36 · Mon, November 14, 2022
USSF Lt Col. Bree Fram ~ Advocacy For Change
Discrimination builds barriers to opportunities for those with brilliant minds to flourish. Today Suzi is joined by USSF Lt Col. Bree Fram, Astronautical Engineer, Author, D&I Speaker, to talk about the importance of sharing the stories of the LGBTQ military community and working towards social change. Additionally, Bree is the president of SPARTA which supports, educates and advocates on behalf of those service members within the LGBTQ military community. In this episode, Bree talks about her role as active duty Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Space Force and the highest ranking transgender officer in the US military on active duty in the Department of Defense, along with her mission to help others with in LGBTQ military community and their resiliency to thrive and service their country. "Our military is going to fight and win wars in the future with brain power and it does not matter what bodies those brains are in as long as they can accomplish the mission and meet the standards." ~ Bree Fram With Honor and Integrity Transgender Troops In Their Own Words Follow Bree on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/bree-fram/ Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E35 · Mon, November 07, 2022
Words Matter!
Words Matter! Language teaching starts from childhood and develops the definition of what meaning is attached to a particular word. In this episode, Suzi talks about how words can be developed into a totally different meaning depending on your environment and how you were nurtured by those around you. How we think and feel about ourselves comes from what was told or done to us from childhood. For example, if you are not treated well as a child and this mistreatment was attached to the word "love" then the definition of that word may be perceived as pain, mistrust or betrayal. Whereas, if the word "love" was attached to joy, kindness and compassion, then the outcome is much different. So words do matter and how they are introduced can make a difference. Suzi would like to talk more about your story and how words developed the person you are today. What words would you use to describe the person you are today? Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E34 · Mon, October 24, 2022
Working It Out! ~ Setting Boundaries and Figuring It Out
Working it out! ~ Setting Boundaries and Figuring It Out Looking for your tribe and figuring out your path despite the cards you have been dealt. Suzi talks about meeting Rick and Lauren Monroe, founders of Raven Drum Foundation and Rick's journey in figuring out his path despite a horrific accident in order to be able to help veterans and others struggling with their own adversities. Suzi talks about professional athletes and combat veterans working through their trauma at Merging Vets and Players as well as the benefits of exploring equine therapy to help with trauma such as the Wild Horse Rescue. Suzi talks about setting boundaries and learning to say "NO". It can be very liberating! Grounding yourself and resetting to get back to the joy you deserve. Sometimes it helps to hang on to something that is familiar while you try something new to be able to let go of the old. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E33 · Mon, October 17, 2022
Amber Roads USAF EOD Veteran ~ Moving Away From Chaos
When is it too much trauma? Do we move towards what we see as familiar? Sometimes we gravitate towards what we know and sometimes that might be chaos. In today's episode, Suzi has the honor of speaking with Amber Roads, USAF EOD Veteran about her journey of healing and the wellness practices she uses to heal the trauma in her life. Amber shares her family life growing up, her decision to join the military, marriage, children and experiencing the trauma of a chaotic relationship to discover her path to her own personal healing. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E32 · Mon, October 10, 2022
Scott Baker ~ Importance of Constantly Cleaning Out Your Rucksack
It is never too late to unload your rucksack! Suzi has the honor of speaking with Scott Baker, Air Force Vietnam Veteran about his journey before, during and after his service and the importance of facing your storms head on. Returning home from Vietnam as a service member was often not received with open arms and took a terrible toll on our Vietnam Veterans in seeking the help they so deserved. Scott finally found refuge to unpack his rucksack of emotions in a safe environment of men and women who also had experienced combat and understood the complexities of war. "I don't use the word fail in my vocabulary because you say fail, it's an automatic down. Then you start depressing yourself. You tried something, tried to do something. It didn't meet your expectations, but did you learn something? I learned something. Well, how can you fail when you learn something?" ~ Scott Baker Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E31 · Mon, October 03, 2022
Mindful Awareness with Bruce Kittle
Connecting with people to help, heal, and serve the world Suzi has the pleasure of chatting with Bruce Kittle, Life & Performance Coach and Community Outreach & Co-Host of Hidden Pearls Podcast. Bruce works 1-on-1 with veterans, athletes, and others to help them mindfully discover and express their authentic self through meditation, mindfulness, breath work, yoga, affirmations, visualization and variable identities. As co-host of The Hidden Pearls Podcas t, Bruce connects with people to help, heal, and serve the world by way of storytelling to inspire and heal, develop and connect with communities to create personal growth & healing; and supporting organizations and people serving veterans, athletes, and the world. Bruce is an experienced criminal defense lawyer with a long history of working with clients with mental health and addiction issues, veterans, and those living in poverty, unemployment, and with physical disabilities. Years of experience working with clients incarcerated in prisons/jails and with probation and parolees on reentry efforts. Bruce also holds a Masters of Divinity (M.Div) with a focus in Social Justice from Chicago Theological Seminary. Ordained through the United Church of Christ. Additionally, Bruce is an experienced high school, college, and D1 Position Coach (Offensive Line) in Football, Leadership / Player Development, Recruiting and Athletic Administration. Follow Bruce LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruce-kittle6161/ Instagram @hiddenpearlspodcast Twitter https://twitter.com/kittlebruce Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW! </p
S1 E30 · Mon, September 26, 2022
Living By Your Principles To Be Your Best Self
Are you a human being or a human doing? What are your principles? Suzi talks about basing decisions on principles and not thoughts and feelings. If it doesn't support your principles don't do it. Our most hurtful betrayal is not what we do to others, it's what we do to ourselves when we abandon our principles and the person we deserve to be. Don't cheat yourself out of being the best you. Write down your principles. Don't portray yourself. Make sure that every decision you make, every word that comes out of your mouth, every action that comes out of you is based on your principles. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E29 · Mon, September 19, 2022
Grief, Guilt and Multi Generational Transmission of Trauma
Grief, Guilt and Multi Generational Transmission of Trauma Suzi talks about grief, guilt and multi-generational transmission of trauma to create a different way to move through the pain. Suzi talks about regret and how it can play into guilt and grief. Sometimes guilt shames us to the point of inaction or can push us to be ambivalent about living. To change how we face the storms in our lives we must learn how to turn and face the storms instead of running from them. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E28 · Mon, September 12, 2022
Issues Within The VA Healthcare System That Hinder Quality Individual Care
Suzi continues her Veteran Affairs Healthcare System Series with Dr. Joe Mason, former psychiatrist at the VA CBOC clinic in Charlottesville, Virginia. Suzi and Joe discuss some of the problems within the system such as medication, therapy and tackling the challenges to provide adequate effective care to the veteran community. From these issues they talk about possible solutions that could help to create a better system to give our veteran community the care they deserve. Joseph T. Mason, MD, MSW, DLFAPA Dr. Mason graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a BSW in 1979, MSW in 1981 and MD in 1988. He completed his psychiatry residency at the University of Virginia in 1992. His work history includes 20 years of private practice in Charlottesville, Virginia, 7 years at Fluvanna Correctional Center for Women and 5 years at the Veterans Administration in Charlottesville at their community-based outpatient clinic. He is a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, has served as president of the Blue Ridge Psychiatric Society and president of the Psychiatric Society of Virginia. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E27 · Mon, September 05, 2022
Be YOUR Own Advocate In Creating YOUR Team For YOUR VA Healthcare
Suzi continues her conversation with Retired Colonel Loren Weeks about being your own healthcare advocate and creating the team you will need to move forward in ensuring you are given the care you deserve. Asking questions, seeking truth and understanding how the system works and making it work for you. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E26 · Mon, August 29, 2022
Retired Colonel Loren Weeks ~ Finding Solutions For A Better VA
Send us a Text Message. Suzi is joined by Retired Colonel Loren Weeks to talk about some of the issues and possible solutions within the VA Healthcare system. Some of the questions are: Why is the Veterans Affairs Hospital system not mapped out to serve veterans as efficiently as they are served when on active duty? Why is it that when veterans go to a VA hospital no matter where the location, the EMR system cannot retrieve medical records from another VA location? Why does a veteran have to enroll when they come into the Emergency Room before being seen? So many questions? Listen in to Suzi and Loren's perspectives on issues and solutions to create a better system for our veteran community. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E25 · Mon, August 22, 2022
Importance of Partnerships with the VA to Create Better Support!
Send us a Text Message. Suzi reconnects with Cathy Turner Murphy, Veteran spouse, daughter of a Vietnam Veteran, a virtual wellness coach, business mentor, caregiver advocate and fulltime RVer, about healthy living and contracting with another non-profit to work with the VA. Finding solutions to help our veteran and veteran caregivers connect, be supported and validated through partnerships and collaborations! We can't do it all and working as a team gives unity, fresh perspectives and renewed energy to tackling issues, overcoming difficulties and healthy living. Connect with Cathy through her socials https://linktr.ee/cathyturnermurphy https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathy-turner-murphy-bsn-rn-chc-42044660/ https://www.instagram.com/healthy_on__the_go/ https://www.facebook.com/cathy.t.murphy.9 Be active in your own wellness! Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E24 · Fri, August 12, 2022
Creating A New Way Of Healing Between Veterans And The VA
Join Suzi in her series dedicated to a new mission: Creating a new way of “healing” between veterans and the VA. We are going to dig into new ways the VA staff and veterans can create true wellness teams. The moment clinician and veteran meet, connection is the most important aspect of creating an effective and respectful wellness team. As clinicians, we must listen to those we serve. Veterans are their SME. They are the leader of their team and their new MOS is Wellness Team Leader. A mental health evolution honors wellness for both clinician and veteran. Share your problems, share your issues, share your successes and most importantly, share your radical ideas for a mental health evolution! Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E23 · Mon, August 08, 2022
Flipping the Switch on Fight or Flight ~ SGB Treatment
Suzi follows up with Janelle Marina Méndez, a Marine veteran and human rights CEO of the Military Sexual Trauma Movement, founder of MSTM a Facebook support group for survivors of MST created in 2018 and human rights leader, about her Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) treatment. After 30+ years of layered trauma, Janelle has found a solution and way to manage and move forward in conquering her PTSD. Join Suzi in today's podcast as she highlights Janelle's journey to BE Crazy Well. Learn more about Janelle at https://linktr.ee/janelle_marina Want to know more about Janelle follow her on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/janelle-marina-mendez-972574130/ Learn more about Stellate Ganglion Block Treatments https://stellacenter.com/ Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E22 · Mon, August 01, 2022
Peer to Peer Support And Finding The Courage To Ask For Help
How are you doing differently? Are you being or are you doing? Suzi ponders on the effectiveness of veteran resources and whether they are truly helping people to be well or are the numbers more important than the quality. Is peer to peer support more effective? When a person can relate to others who have been there and clearly understand the struggle, is this form of therapy more effective? Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E21 · Mon, July 25, 2022
Lisa Parameter ~ Using Her Own Human Resources To Thrive
Today Suzi is joined by friend, People Operations at Merging Vets and Players and military spouse, Lisa Parameter to talk about being your own person and creating the life you deserve. As a military spouse for more than 20 years, Lisa utilized every skill in her playbook to navigate the many adventures and wide array of cultures living in numerous locations across the country and overseas. Her relentless drive to contribute at both her work and in her community required her to continually upskill and transform to compete in regional labor markets. She values her paid professional work and her volunteer experiences equally knowing both contributed to environments of improved social and economic prosperity. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s them Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E20 · Mon, July 18, 2022
Everyone Has A Different Story
The ancient Masters didn’t try to educate the people, but kindly taught them to not-know. When they think that they know the answers, people are difficult to guide. When they know that they don’t know, people can find their own way. ~ Tao Te Ching translated by Stephen Mitchell Suzi dives deeper into being a know-it-all and letting go of having to always have the answers. The one size fits all diagnosis, and treatment is not helpful to those struggling. Everyone is different in their recovery and managing their symptoms. Everyone has a different story of how they got to this point in their life. Tune in to learn more about learning your own story, the importance of individualized treatment and exploring what works for YOU to recover to a place of Being Crazy Well. Culture matters, context matters. What you grew up with matters. We need less judgment and more understanding why it's important to put everything in context of where you are now versus where you've been. The superpower is wanting to know and admitting you don't know. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E19 · Mon, July 11, 2022
Warrior Reunion Foundation ~ James Ferguson
Staying connected. Staying Engaged. Staying Together. In todays' episode Suzi reconnects with James Ferguson, Marine Veteran and founder of Warrior Reunion Foundation, to talk about the importance of wellness practices and staying connected. James talks about his time in service, his leadership and those that served alongside him. James reflects on how the importance of supporting each other led him to recreate the Warrior Reunion Foundation. The Warrior Reunion Foundation mission is to ensure every unit has the opportunity to reconnect. They leverage their experience, partnerships, and resources to deliver unparalleled, all-inclusive unit reunion events that enable warriors to reunite, remember, and renew together! Visit their site to learn more on how you can plan a field operation reunion https://www.warriorreunionfoundation.org/ Follow on Instagram @warriorreunionfoundation https://www.instagram.com/warriorreunionfoundation Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E18 · Mon, July 04, 2022
Interdependence ~ Everyone Has Value
Are you independent? Co-dependent? Or Interdependent? In today's episode, Suzi explains the difference between independence, codependency and interdependence within a family or relationship. Being dependent is when a party is reliant on another party for survival. In contrast interdependence is when two or more parties are reliant on each other for survival. Interdependence relies on those within the party. Each person has power, each person has value. You have made a pact! "Symbiosis is a relationship where both people thrive. That every partner in the relationship gets something of value." What Happen To You? by Dr. Bruce Perry & Oprah Winfrey Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E17 · Mon, June 27, 2022
Continuing the Conversation on Military Sexual Trauma
Continuing the conversation of Military Sexual Trauma (MST) and what we can all do as a society to do better. Suzi talks with Janelle Marina Méndez, a Marine veteran and human rights CEO of the Military Sexual Trauma Movement, founder of MSTM a Facebook support group for survivors of MST created in 2018 and human rights leader. Suzi and Janelle discuss her time in the military, history of military sexual trauma, movements in helping survivors as well as, deciding to undergo Stellate Ganglion Block ( SGB ) treatments. Jánelle has been able to draw from her experience with MST and the issues she experienced to create awareness across the American public. Her ambitions are to enact MIRA (military industry regulatory authority) as well as urge the DoD and the VA to acknowledge and treat PTSD as a neurological disorder so that service members and veterans can access Stellate Ganglion Block ( SGB ) treatments at the onset of traumatic experiences. Want to know more about Janelle follow her on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/janelle-marina-mendez-972574130/ Learn more about Stellate Ganglion Block Treatments https://stellacenter.com/ Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E16 · Mon, June 20, 2022
Buried Emotional Landmines
Wading through the emotional landmines planted by trauma before, during and after service. Buried emotional landmines from trauma can result in bursts of reactive emotions that are burrowed deep within. Oftentimes we refer to these as triggers and the response might be "Why did that happen? It just came out of nowhere!" Suzi explains how these reactions never just come out of nowhere. Learn how to recognize, dig up and better understand your emotional landmines. Tune in to learn more about how to dig up, understand and manage your emotional landmines to help YOU to Be Crazy Well. Stop believing others have the power to trigger your emotional landmines! Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E15 · Mon, June 13, 2022
Mike Kim, Veteran & Psychoanalyst ~ Readjustment Culture
Today's episode is a great collaboration of two our podcast hosts talking about veteran healing. Suzi talks with Mike Kim, aka Mike Kim Veteran, a psychoanalyst, ex-monk, Iraq War Veteran, Retired VA Lead Supervisory War Readjustment Counselor and Retired VA Vet Center Team Leader/Director, about his journey and mission of wellbeing. Tune in to this great conversation and discussion. Be sure to check out Mike's new podcast Veteran Et Cetera starting June 19th. Want to know more about Mike? Check out his page on LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-kim-l-psya-2ba28aa/ Follow Mike on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mikekimveteran Read Mike's article The Rifle and the Robe at https://onbeing.org/blog/the-rifle-and-the-robe/ Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E14 · Mon, June 06, 2022
Adam Popp ~ Living a Crazy Well Life
Suzi talks with Adam Popp, U.S. Air Force veteran about where he was and what he had to do to be where he is now to Be Crazy Well. Bio Adam is a 12-year combat veteran of the Air Force with deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team leader. In 2007, while working to disarm a roadside bomb (IED) in Afghanistan, Adam was injured by a secondary IED resulting in the amputation of his right leg above the knee. In the years following his injury, Adam endeavored to find meaning and purpose. Ultimately, he found that running, sports, and advocacy work was his path to fulfillment and self-actualization. In December 2016, eight years after losing his leg and a year and a half after his first run as an amputee, Adam became the first above-knee amputee to complete a 100-mile ultramarathon within the 30-hour cutoff. He later lowered his 100-mile trail time to 18h52m12s at the 2021 Tunnel Hill 100-miler. He placed 2nd at the 2021 Boston Marathon’s inaugural Para Elite division (T61-64), running a world best time for the T63 category of 3h13m25s. In 2017, Adam was the first-ever amputee to complete the JFK 50-miler (also known as America's Oldest Ultramarathon and the World's Oldest Annually Run Footrace) and has five consecutive finishes at this race. Adam is not only first, but sometimes he’s also fastest: in 2019 he set the men’s course record for the trail marathon at the Colorado Kickers for Kids Endurance Run and came in first overall against able-bodied athletes. In search of more challenges, Adam began competing in Paratriathlon in 2016. In his short Paratriathlon career, Adam has racked up nine podium finishes in fifteen races on the World Triathlon stage, including wins at the 2021 and 2022 Americas Triathlon Championships and the 2018 International Triathlon Union (ITU) Paratriathlon World Cup in Sarasota, Florida. In 2019, Adam finished 5th overall in the ITU Paratriathlon World Championship in Lausanne, Switzerland. These accomplishments would not have been possible without countless mentors and organizations along the way. During the 18 months in which Adam was recovering from his injuries, he was able to meet and learn from others recovering from a wide range of traumatic injuries and individual challenges. He saw the myriad ways that people handled the process of recovery, many using sport to not only overcome their new adversity, but to rise to a higher level of functioning in the aftermath of trauma. Adam learned, above all, just how instrumental mentors are in this process. By the end of his stay at Walter Reed Medical Center, he made a pledge to himself that he would utilize his experience, understanding, and compassion to help others overcome their individual physical and emotional challenges to reach their maximum potential. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio<
S1 E13 · Mon, May 30, 2022
Learning to be Congruent
Learn to be congruent in your thoughts, feelings and actions. Always not only act the truth but tell the truth. We are more apt to lie to ourselves than to others. Suzi talks about why we lie and how it begins at a very young age. So why might we choose to lie? Maybe it is about wanting power or fear of being punished. Maybe we lie because we don't want to hurt someone's feelings? Or we lie because we want to do what we want to do and not have to do what we don't. Or we lie because we want to feel better about ourselves. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E12 · Mon, May 23, 2022
A Place of Healing & Trust
Rebuilding a foundation of trust can be one of the hardest journey's for anyone to tackle. Today, Suzi talks with two incredibly strong and courageous women who created a safe place of healing and trust so they could live and thrive in a life they knew they truly deserved. Suzi is joined by Luz Helena Thompson, a Marine Corps veteran and Trina McDonald, a Navy veteran, both founders of the Veteran Recovery Project, as they discuss Military Sexual Trauma (MST) and creating a peer to peer safe zone for women struggling with MST. Veteranrecoveryproject.org http://www.veteransrecoveryproject.org/about Veteransrecoveryprojectorg@gmail.com Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E11 · Mon, May 16, 2022
Rescue Yourself Before You Can Rescue Someone Else
In this episode, Suzi talks about how a person oftentimes can be trained to take care of others before oneself at a young age, but this can be an unsafe practice. It's kind of like thinking you can rescue other people if they fall into the deep end, but you can't swim. And yet you're the first one that jumps in the pool. Working with combat veterans, Suzi has become familiar with the super power to want to rescue others, to want to make sure that others are safe and even sacrifice oneself for others. Self awareness is not selfish! Ask yourself: Can I emotionally regulate! Can I make sure that my feelings are not so out of control that I'm actually adding to the danger and the wellbeing of myself and others? Can I physically manage my fear and sadness so that it doesn't turn into anger because once it turns into anger, then it's much harder to be able to make rational, safe decisions. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E10 · Mon, May 09, 2022
Create the Person You Deserve To Be
Do Different to Be Different! Create the person YOU want to be! Create the person YOU deserve to be by creating a true partnership. Start with your own individual wellness practices. " Punished by Rewards" Author: by Alfie Kohn Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E9 · Mon, May 02, 2022
Shonn Richardson ~ Family, Military and a Life of Service
In today's episode, Suzi talks with Shonn Richardson, a 28 year retired U.S. Army veteran about making choices to create a solid foundation for her family. Shonn, the daughter of a Vietnam Veteran, understands the definition of service as it began as a child and grew into a life of servitude. Listen in to Shonn's journey about her time in service and managing the challenges of being a mother while deployed. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E8 · Mon, April 25, 2022
Emotional Concussion vs Physical Concussion
Oftentimes many may think a concussion comes only from an impact such as sports or an accident, but there are several other ways a person can sustain a concussion. In today's episode, Suzi talks with Scott Wert with the Concussion Legacy Foundation (CLF) about physical and emotional concussions. It is important to understand the symptoms, long term and short term along with how to help with the ongoing research to prevent and protect our brains from trauma. Visit the Concussion Legacy Foundation to learn more about brain donation, pledging, Project Enlist and how CLF is working to increase the research and to better understand the impact of TBIs. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E7 · Mon, April 18, 2022
The Importance Question Is "What Happened"
What it means to Be Crazy Well ~ Authentic! Self Reflective! Creating the life you want to live and the person you want to be! In this episode, Suzi focuses on childhood trauma and how it affects those that choose to serve. What does the trauma bring to the table, how will it affect abilities while serving and once a service member has transitioned out? A whole person consists of everything that happens before, during and after the military, therefore, it is important for a person to be able to talk about everything that happened and the effects. This includes both in terms of gaining strengths and also how it makes us more vulnerable, especially vulnerable to suicide. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E6 · Mon, April 11, 2022
Finding Your Own Way Through The Civilian World
Suzi talks with Andy Kaufman, a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel, a medic and helicopter pilot with multiple deployments globally over a twenty year period, veteran advocate, registered yoga teacher and certified equine specialist, on finding his own way to fit in the civilian world. Having been medically retired from the service, Andy had to begin his journey through physical and mental pain to find his purpose and joy. His journey led him to a continued path of serving and helping the veteran community. Tune in to listen to Andy's journey and his path to Be Crazy Well. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E5 · Mon, April 04, 2022
Always In Motion ~ Avoiding The Stillness
In this episode, Suzi has the pleasure of speaking with Genee Gregory, a combat veteran and friend, about "pulling the brake" to take time out for her mental health. The desire to stay on the constant train of emotion and "doing all the time" keeps the mind busy and creates a safety zone. However, when the train finally pulls into the station, many often find it difficult to deal with the flood of thoughts and emotions that were neatly tucked away. Take time for your mental health because everyone deserves to enjoy the stillness and Be Crazy Well. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E4 · Mon, March 28, 2022
Healing the Brain After Trauma ~ Both Inside and Out
In this episode, Suzi has the pleasure of chatting with Spencer Milo, not only a dear friend but a phenomenal individual. Spencer is the Director of Strategic Development & External Relations at the Marcus Institute for Brain Health (MIBH). The MIBH offers an intensive outpatient treatment program for veterans first responders and retired athletes that have been dealing with the prolonged symptoms of concussion and trauma brain injury. Learn more about MBIH at https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/mibh Contact them directly at https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/mibh/contact-us Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E3 · Mon, March 21, 2022
Owning Your Truth
The fear of being wrong can harbor a depth of anxiety like no other. To avoid the fear a person can create a chain of lies that domino down a long dark road. Suzi talks about building a life on lies to avoid sparking the rage of another or constructing the lies to create acceptance. Beginning the process at a young age can lead to years of perfecting the craft to the point you become very good at lying to yourself. Getting in too deep to the self lying can distort the truth to a point where you truly believe in it. Take the first step and own your truth. What we do presently to ourselves and what we are continuing to do to others is absolutely the foundation of wellness. Understanding Your Contradictions : measuring the space between your contradictions of what you said you were to everybody else and what you were doing behind closed doors. Suzi is going to struggle along with you and most importantly “It is okay to not be ok”! Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com and share your story. suzilandolphi.com Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E2 · Mon, March 14, 2022
Situational Awareness and Self Awareness
Community Psychology is the study of how we are affected and relate to what is occurring in our community. Anxiety, fear and depression can be learned. A community that is struggling can become susceptible to these evolving emotions. Holding onto your own well being when you are standing in the middle of an environment that is struggling can be difficult. Suzi focuses on areas in which we can all bring your "A Game" to help combat what is evolving around us. One of her suggestions is to be situationally aware of what is around you, as well as, being self aware of what is going on within you. Suzi has the honor of working with many within the veteran community and often witnesses the camaraderie and support that is passed from one to the other. She reflects on the belief that a unit has to depend on everybody understanding the value and dependency on one another and that staying calm on the mission was a very important aspect that just had to happen . Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
S1 E1 · Sun, March 06, 2022
Be Crazy Well ~ Meet your host Suzi Landolphi
Welcome to the premier edition of the Be Crazy Well Podcast hosted by Suzi Landolphi! In this inaugural episode, Suzi shares her background in the field of mental health, struggles she experienced during her childhood and working with Veterans and Players, a non-profit organization helping combat veterans and former professional athletes transition into their new life. Suzi’s mission is to create a Mental Health Evolution! She hopes to disrupt the mental health establishment to allow us to change the way we look at how we help one another and sees mental health as a part of all of us. Listen in to hear Suzi’s plans for future episodes of the Be Crazy Well podcast as she focuses each week on a new topic as well as chat with special guests. As part of the Mental Health Evolution, Suzi wants to chat with her listeners in her podcast episodes. She wants YOU to be part of the Mental Health Evolution! As Suzi puts it, be different to do different to get different. And she lays out her plan to help her audience collect practices versus collecting tools to be different. Recommending the book What Happened to You? By Dr. Bruce Perry, Suzi discusses the importance of one’s story rather than one’s diagnosis. In addition, Suzi discusses the work on posttraumatic growth by Lawrence Calhoun and Richard Tedeschi . It’s not what’s wrong with you. It’s what happened to you. Now, YOU can change what happens. Suzi is going to struggle along with you and most importantly “It is okay to not be ok”! Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. suzilandolphi.com vetsandplayers.org wildhorserescue.org Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!
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