Making kindness cool and the world better than yesterday, join us for conversations that shift perspectives toward a more conscious and compassionate collective. The host, Dr. Jeremy Goldberg, is a ferocious never-giver-upper, an empathy-collecting, anti-quitting word wizard, and a connoisseur and collector of fine silver linings. He is also a recovering scientist turned life coach and spoken word poet who speaks fluent burrito. Find him on Instagram @LongDistanceLoveBombs or at www.longdistancelovebombs.com. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/longdistancelovebombs/support
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222: Nicola Clinch - Can maturation free us from drama and blame?
Season 1 · Episode 222
Monday, September 30, 2024 • Duration 01:05:19
Nicola Clinch is a Master Maturation Facilitator and Teacher, Hay House author, and Shamanic Healer. She leads people from all over the world through profound life-changing processes, allowing them to heal from the root, become free of their past, and come home to who they truly are. A leading expert in the field of ontology, human behavior, the human condition, trauma, and energetic intelligence, Nicky is ruthlessly committed to being a space for human beings to evolve beyond their childhood patterns, traumas, and generational stories, in order to mature, access higher states of consciousness, and discover their infinite potential.
She founded and leads The Alchemy of Being: Academy of Maturation Coaching and has trained hundreds of people globally to become professional maturation coaches. With her pioneering teachings and practices of the BodyMind Maturation Method™, she integrates ancient wisdom, Zen mastery, and the future of human evolution.
In this chat, Nicky emphasizes the importance of becoming conscious of the design and structure of the human condition and recognizing the blind spots that color our perception of reality. The conversation also touches on the power of choice, the impact of our past on our present, and the ripple effect of personal transformation on relationships and communication, i.e., the purpose of relationships is for spiritual evolution, not to make each other happy.
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221: Dr. Pamela Douglas - What's the best way to raise a baby?
Season 1 · Episode 221
Monday, September 23, 2024 • Duration 01:40:00
Dr Pamela Douglas is an Australian GP, researcher, author, and an international leader in caring for parents and babies, with a special interest in perinatal mental health and breastfeeding medicine.
Over the past 20 years, Pam has published the evidence base to the programs known as Neuroprotective Developmental Care (NDC, or 'The Possums Programs'), translating the research into education programs offering a paradigm shift in the way we help families who face breastfeeding, baby sleep, and cry-fuss challenges. Her groundbreaking work is detailed in 30 international research publications and her best-selling book, The Discontented Little Baby Book. In this conversation, we discuss how to optimize infant development, parental well-being, and grow joy in early life. Pam emphasizes the importance of experimentation and frequent, flexible breastfeeding in the early days and also discusses the Gestalt method of fit and hold.
In terms of sleep, Pam acknowledges the polarizing nature of the sleep training debate and highlights the need for individualized approaches to sleep based on the unique needs of the baby and family. We also discuss the importance of understanding the biological needs of babies when it comes to sleep, emphasizing that sleep distress in our society is often caused by societal and health system-induced beliefs and practices that are not evidence-based. Pam highlights the variability in babies' sleep needs and advocates for a more evolutionary and intuitive approach to parenting that focuses on meeting babies' sensory and motor needs.
Check out her website: https://www.pameladouglas.com.au
Learn more about Neuroprotective Developmental Care: https://www.pameladouglas.com.au/programs
Learn more about the Possums Program: https://possumssleepprogram.com/
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00:00 Context
07:21 Dr. Pamela Douglas' Background and Expertise
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220: Tully O'Connor - Can we thrive in the glorious burden of fatherhood?
Season 1 · Episode 220
Monday, September 16, 2024 • Duration 01:09:29
Tully O'Connor is a coach who supports people in cultivating confident leadership and thriving family units and relationships. He is where healing work meets high-performance living, guiding people into a life filled with more freedom, fulfillment, and connection.
In this conversation, we discuss the challenges and obstacles that men face when becoming fathers, including the struggle to connect with the baby and the shift in intimacy within the relationship.
Tully emphasizes the importance of embracing the burden of fatherhood and finding ways to thrive amidst the challenges by suggesting we redefine freedom and find moments of joy and presence in everyday life. Communication and compassion between partners are also highlighted as essential for navigating the changes and resentments that may arise.
We also discuss the need for mutual appreciation to create a buffer for frustration and the importance of building a support network outside of the relationship and prioritizing self-care. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of open communication, flexibility, and self-care in navigating the challenges of parenthood.
219: Dr. Lyndsey Hookway - What must I know about babies and sleep?
Season 1 · Episode 219
Monday, September 9, 2024 • Duration 01:02:22
Dr. Lyndsey Hookway is a pediatric nurse, researcher, author, lactation consultant, and advocate for gentle parenting practices. Lyndsey believes that sleep is an art and a science influenced by various factors such as relationships, stress, and social interaction. She challenges the cultural trend of actively managing sleep through non-responsive approaches like cry-it-out methods, emphasizing the importance of communication and responsiveness in parenting.
The amount of sleep a newborn needs can vary greatly, from 8 to 18 hours a day, so it is important for parents to understand their baby's individual sleep needs and cues. Lyndsey encourages parents to focus on the present relationship with their child and make informed choices.
218: BONUS - Whapio + Kendra - How do we bring more consciousness to birth?
Season 1 · Episode 218
Tuesday, September 3, 2024 • Duration 01:11:45
In this bonus conversation, Whapio Diane Bartlett, a birth expert with over 40 years of experience, joins my partner, Kendra Adachi, and me to discuss our upcoming birthing experience. Whapio discusses the need for deeply connected women who can provide support and reassurance without interfering in the birthing process. She also highlights the shift towards women and families wanting their own birth experience and the desire for mentoring rather than management.
The conversation explores the importance of honoring the natural process of birth and the role of the father as an advocate and supporter. It underscores the sacredness and wisdom of the birthing experience and the need to trust the body's instincts, touching on the emotional challenges and doubts that arise during pregnancy. Overall, this chat provides reassurance, wisdom, and guidance for our upcoming birth and initiation into parenthood.
Whapio has been an independent midwife and educator since 1985. In 2001, she founded The Matrona, an online portal providing entry-level holistic education for midwives, doulas, and birth attendants. The focus and curriculum are centered on melding the intuitive with the academic and the mystical with the intelligent.
0:00 The Matrona: The Presence of Reassurance and Support in Birth
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217: Whapio Diane Bartlett - How do we embrace quantum midwifery and birth?
Season 1 · Episode 217
Friday, August 23, 2024 • Duration 01:09:10
Whapio Diane Bartlett has been an independent midwife and educator since 1985. In 2001, she founded The Matrona, an online portal providing entry-level holistic education for midwives, doulas, and birth attendants. The focus and curriculum are centered on melding the intuitive with the academic and the mystical with the intelligent.
In this conversation, Whapio shares her perspective on birthing and the changes she has seen over the years, emphasizing the importance of mentoring rather than managing women during birth, the shift towards women and families making their own choices, tapping into instinctual responses, and building trust.
Whapio also discusses the stages of birth, from the foothills to the portal, and the importance of creating a supportive environment for women during labor, including the need to trust the body's instincts and the role of fathers as support persons during birth.
Keywords: midwifery, birthing, mentoring, quantum birthing, altered state, instinct, trust, stages of birth, supportive environment, labor, transition phase, act of will, trust the body, support person, fathers, holding the charge, protecting the baby, quantum midwifery
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00:00 Introduction to Whapio and her Approach to Birthing
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216: Dr. Emma Svanberg - Why can't I be the parent I want to be?
Thursday, August 15, 2024 • Duration 58:37
Dr. Emma Svanberg has worked with parents and families for over 20 years. She qualified as a Clinical Psychologist in 2009 and specializes in the perinatal period - the time around pregnancy, birth, and the early years of parenthood. She has a particular interest in attachment, trauma, and the intergenerational roots of our problems.
Emma founded The Psychology Co-operative in 2019 (then The Psychology Collective) and co-founded Make Birth Better CIC in 2018, working to reduce the impact of birth trauma on families.
Read her book, Parenting for Humans: How to Parent the Child You Have, As the Person You Are, here: https://amzn.to/3SQn1a3
35:15 Parenting as a Journey of Self-Discovery and Personal Growth
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215: Mia Dyson - How does a near-death experience affect creativity?
Season 1 · Episode 215
Wednesday, August 7, 2024 • Duration 01:21:00
Mia Dyson is a multiple ARIA-nominated and award-winning artist from Melbourne. Her powerful grit, gravel voice, and guitar-playing prowess have earned her a spot among the top 25 Australian guitarists of all time. She's released six critically acclaimed albums and toured the world with the likes of Stevie Nicks, Bonnie Raitt, and Eric Clapton.
Just a brief heads up: this conversation delves into the philosophical and existential aspects of life, death, and the pursuit of meaning. We also cover Mia Dyson's career as a musician, her near-death experience during an earthquake, and the impact of that experience on her outlook on life, her shift in ambition, pursuit of success, the nature of purpose, and the significance of relationships. Oh, and Mia shares her insights on the creative process, being free from external validation, and the joy of following the muse. It's a big chat!
Mia also discusses her new album 'Tender Heart' and the creative process behind it, sharing insights about embracing uncertainty, separating the art from the artist, and the impact of her music on listeners.
214: Zoë Bossiere - How do we find our way in a world of stark binaries?
Season 1 · Episode 214
Saturday, July 20, 2024 • Duration 01:08:55
Zoë Bossiere (they/she) is a writer from Tucson, Arizona. They are the managing editor of Brevity: A Journal of Concise Literary Nonfiction. as well as the co-editor of two anthologies: The Best of Brevity (Rose Metal Press, 2020) and The Lyric Essay as Resistance: Truth from the Margins (Wayne State UP, 2023). Bossiere's debut, Cactus Country: A Boyhood Memoir (Abrams Books, 2024), chronicles their experiences growing up as a trans boy in a Tucson, Arizona trailer park.
The conversation delves into their childhood, gender exploration, and the challenges of pregnancy as a non-binary individual. Zoë's skepticism and resilience in navigating societal norms and healthcare experiences are highlighted. We also discuss the significance of embracing one's past and identity, the impact of their book on readers, the challenges faced by trans individuals, and the importance of storytelling and representation. Zoë also addresses the issue of book bans and the value of diverse literature in libraries.
Zoë's journey of gender exploration and identity is a deeply personal and evolving experience.
The challenges of pregnancy as a non-binary individual highlight the need for inclusive and supportive healthcare practices.
Skepticism and resilience play a significant role in navigating societal norms embracing one's past and identity is essential for self-acceptance and confidence.
The challenges trans individuals face, including the impact of legislative actions and the importance of representation, are significant.
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213: Rome Shadanloo - Can we microdose our way to mental health?
Season 1 · Episode 213
Tuesday, July 2, 2024 • Duration 01:09:14
Rome Shadanloo is a psychedelic therapist specializing in CPTSD and attachment injury. She studied holistic psychology, has a focus in psychoneuroimmunology, working to ease chronic pain rooted in the emotional life of the mind, and is a certified death doula.
Rome’s unique empathy for the individuality of each nervous system supports the healing of the individual not just from their psychology outward but through a fully embodied approach to restoring a healthy life.
From an early age, Rome found herself called to be in connection with those who struggle. She received a degree in holistic psychology from Lesley University and went on to do extensive work in the field in a variety of roles at Proposition 36 rehab facilities that specifically serve the incarcerated and formerly incarcerated, including on-the-spot counseling for those in urgent crisis.
Rome was born in Tehran, Iran, and fled the tragic conflicts there for the US at the age of 3. Her family settled in Los Angeles, where she currently resides and practices. She has a deep interest in the multi-faceted groundbreaking modalities that are changing how we view and treat mental health. She works with people of all ages in various stages of need.
Email her: hello@mycologypsychology.com (remember not to mention P words)
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Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 06:37 Exploring Fatherhood and Thriving 10:24 From Burden to Thriving in Fatherhood 15:05 Redefining Freedom in Fatherhood 18:03 The Power of Playfulness and Presence 24:09 Common Issues in Fatherhood 36:24 The Power of Appreciation and Acknowledgement 44:09 Navigating Intimacy and Connection 47:01 Managing Capacity and Negotiating Responsibilities 52:39 Preserving Individual Hobbies and Interests 59:32 The Importance of Mutual Support and Community
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Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Dr. Hookway's Background 06:01 The Art and Science of Holistic Sleep 12:54 Challenging Non-Responsive Sleep Training 20:09 The Importance of Parental Choice in Sleep 27:19 Prioritizing the Parent-Child Relationship for Sleep 35:28 The Limitations of Sleep Training Studies 36:59 Understanding Individual Sleep Needs 41:20 The Drawbacks of Prescriptive Wake Window Charts 44:10 The Importance of a Responsive Approach to Sleep 51:36 Creating a Supportive Sleep Environment 56:05 Dysregulation: A Key Factor in Overtiredness 1:00:56 Exploring Gentle Parenting Practices 1:01:50 The Benefits and Challenges of Breastfeeding 1:02:19 Emotional Connection and Attachment in Parenting
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57:34 Introduction to Dr. Emma Spanberg and 'Parenting for Humans'
58:33 Building a Compassionate Collective in Parenting
Takeaways
Parenting is a journey of uncertainty and constant change, and parents need to embrace this uncertainty and navigate it with grace and compassion.
Mainstream parenting narratives often create narrow expectations and can lead to feelings of inadequacy and frustration. It is important to disrupt these narratives and find parenting approaches that align with individual values and circumstances.
Open communication and collaboration between partners are crucial in parenting. It is important to have conversations about expectations, roles, and values before a baby's arrival to avoid conflicts and resentment.
Western cultures lack adequate training and support for parents, leading to feelings of isolation and overwhelm. Building a community-based approach to parenting can provide the necessary support and guidance for new parents.
Babies are highly sensitive to their caregivers' emotional states, and tuning into their needs and emotions can create a strong and nurturing parent-child bond. New parents need support and reassurance from a community or village-like network.
Seeking support and validation from others is important to counteract the narrative that parents should cope independently.
Breaking generational cycles is a process that involves bending the cycle rather than completely breaking it.
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