Hello,
I hope you are continuing to take great care of yourself + your community during this unique time, and that you are using challenges to hopefully create space for change and growth!
I know that is easier said than done, and I certainly don't claim to have all the answers-- but I am sharing some resources here, such as some new blogs / articles/ videos / podcast episodes plus an invitation to a FREE livestream on coping with the change of transitioning OUT of quarantine.
I hope you find the material below helpful-- as always, please feel free to hit 'reply' and let me know any feedback, or just let me know how you're doing!:) I especially love hearing from former clients who may have been seen here years ago, writing to let me know an update on how things are going (hopefully great, but challenges are of course welcomed too!); and from readers of the newsletter who want to offer ideas on what they like or wish they'd see more of... or from old acquaintances who read the newsletter as a way to stay in touch... ok basically I like hearing from everyone =)
Warmly,
Dr. Chloe Carmichael PhD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
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COPING WITH COVID
For those who wasn't able to watch the stream live, here is the recording of Dr. Chloe's webinar. You can also read Coping with Quarantine Life: 4 Simple Tips from a Clinical Psychologist!
LATEST BLOG FROM DR. CHLOE
How Silence Can Improve Your Quarantine
As a yoga teacher-turned-psychologist, I’ve always been amazed at the overlap between psychology and yoga, specifically in mindfulness and in silence. One yogic practice that I find fantastic as a psychologist is intentional and compassionate silence. Whether you are quarantined alone or with another person, you might feel some sort of pressure to always answer the phone, constantly make small talk with a partner, or always have “something interesting” to say. Intentional silence is a great way to combat this pressure, and can just be a fun way to deepen your relationships and play around with nonverbal communication! Intentional and compassionate silence is time you and your partner will hold, or you will hold for yourself, to be intentionally quiet. Here are some guidelines for defining a period of silence! Read the full blog article.
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THE HIGH FUNCTIONING HOTSPOT PODCAST
EP 01: THE PATH TO MINDFULNESS
In this episode, I delve into the deeper meaning of mindfulness and answer some common questions, for example, what exactly is mindfulness? How do you practice mindfulness? How is it any different from meditating? What are some situations where mindfulness can help me the most? And a whole lot more!With my guest, high-functioning entrepreneur, and co-founder of Signal Insights, Taylor Trusty, we also tackle the topic of how mindfulness works for different kinds of people and mindfulness apps that sometimes gain mixed feedback from various users.
EP 02: COPING WITH QUARANTINE LIFE
What are some of the ways you have been coping with quarantine life? Have you been stressing out more than usual, or are you just really chill about it? However you’re taking this “new normal”, know that you are not alone!
With my guest, founder of GEM Advertising and an entrepreneur coach, Peter Kozodoy, we discuss how high-functioning people are doing in this time of the COVID-19 pandemic and what part of the coping they are actually surprised to find themselves struggling with! We also talk a bit about his up and coming book, Honest to Greatness.
EP 03: THE FIVE-STEP PLAN TO ATTAINING ANY GOAL
Have you ever experienced feeling stuck and unmotivated to try and reach for your goals? If you’ve found yourself struggling with trying to check things off of your goal list, this 5-step plan to achieving any goal should give you the right push!
With my guest Dr. David Turock, we discuss some key components in goal achievement and we dive into a bit of his background, where his methods of goal attainment have helped him through a rough childhood and a difficult period in his first marriage. LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE NOW
QUOTES ON RELATIONSHIPS, ANXIETY, & STRESS
Experts name the 5 golden rules of a healthy work from home life
One of my quotes:
“I do like to have a really serene environment if I can, so I actually got some plants. You can just be surrounded by nature, which I really like.”
All in a good night's sleep with Dr. Chloe Carmichael
One of my quotes:
“When you’re having nightmares, it may be that something on your mind is not addressed during your waking hours. So the mind comes up with creative ways to get your attention.”
8 Therapist-Approved De-Stress Tactics
One of my quotes:
"Writing down your ideas on paper is better than doing it in your head because it helps you think in a linear fashion and slows down your thoughts."
Am I In Love? 20 Signs It’s More Than Just A Crush
One of my quotes:
"In the long run, most people find that true, lasting chemistry is created through having a partner who continually shows up in a loving way. It's less exciting on the surface because it feels predictable and safe."
16 Men Get Real About How They Actually Feel About Cuddling
One of my quotes:
"Cuddling can strengthen relationships by giving couples a way to connect that doesn't require words and that isn't necessarily sexual."
100 Questions To Ask Before Marriage To Make Sure You’re Doing The Right Thing
One of my quotes:
"Lifestyle and career goals are much easier to attain and enjoy if your partner shares them... The word ‘partners’ implies that two people are working together toward a common goal."
DR. CHLOE FOR WIKIHOW
HOW TO OVERCOME ANXIETY
Anxiety is a healthy and normal emotion that everyone feels from time to time. Anxiety can, however, manifest to a mental disorder that reduces your capacity to cope with these feelings of anxiety. When trying to overcome it, you should not try to eliminate your feelings of anxiety but should aim to develop your coping mechanisms when you do feel anxiety. Having the ability to cope with anxious thought is the key to overcoming it. Do not let anxiety define you as it can lead to long term depression which is an even more serious mental health issue.
HOW TO KNOW IF THE GUY YOU'RE DATING IS RIGHT FOR YOU
Finding the right guy can be challenging. Once you start dating someone, you should ask yourself important questions to determine whether he's right for you. You should think about whether your share common values and interests, how you communicate, how he makes you feel, and whether he treats you with respect. Once you determine your priorities and evaluate your relationship, set some time aside to have a conversation with him about your future together.
HOW TO UNDERSTAND WOMEN
If you find yourself struggling to understand the women in your life, don’t worry—it’s not as complicated as you might think. The trick to understanding women is to put your assumptions aside and get to know them as individuals. Whether she’s an acquaintance, a family member, or a romantic partner, if you take time to talk to a woman and really listen to what she has to say, you’ll soon have a clearer grasp of who she is and what makes her tick. You may also find it helpful to get familiar with women’s issues and learn to recognize and question some common gender stereotypes.
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