Essential Mental Healing is a podcast geared towards promoting mental health healing, motivation, and healthy ways to deal with problems around the topic. We will explore different avenues of mental health including but not limited to therapy, trauma healing, beliefs, anxiety, depression, parenting, holistic healing, disparities in communities and mental health and so much more. We will have fun and laugh and get deep and cry but we will do it in love while discussing our journey and others ...
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The goal of The Teacher As... podcast is to help you explore your passions and learn from others in education and beyond to better your teaching. The Teacher As... highlights innovative practices and uncommon parallels in education. Melissa Milner, veteran teacher, is your host. Melissa shares her own thoughts in The Teacher As...episodes. She also interviews educators as well as professionals outside of education in the Zooming In episodes. A new type of episode on The Teacher As...podcast ...
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Zooming In on Genocide Education with Janet Singer Applefield
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In this episode, Melissa speaks with Janet Singer Applefield, author of Becoming Janet. She is a child survivor of the Holocaust, author, notable speaker, and change agent. Janet spoke about her years of hiding in plain sight, how she helped get the MA Genocide Bill passed, the story of her book getting written, and her resilience through it all.…
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Zooming In on Sound Play in the Classroom with Hayes Greenfield
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In this episode, Melissa speaks with Hayes Greenfield, the founder of Creative Sound Play, an interconnected, play-based, generative learning system for Pre-K educators. Hayes shares about his book, Creative Sound Play for Young Learners: A Teacher’s Guide to Enhancing Transition Times, Classroom Communities, SEL, and Executive Function Skill. The …
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Zooming In on Optimized Learning with Paul Solarz
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Is your classroom filled with self-driven, collaborative learners? Do you wish your students were more confident and independent? In this episode, Melissa talks again with Paul Solarz who has created am amazing book, Optimized Learning, that helps teachers reach these ideals. Have a classroom where students have purpose and a clear sense of directi…
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Finding Solace: Music as a Pathway to Healing with Heather Hill
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Therapy Thursday! What if music could be your sanctuary in the storm of life? Join us as we uncover the transformative journey of Heather Hill, a singer-songwriter from the Blue Mountains of Canada. Heather opens up about her transition from a corporate career back to her true passion for music, all while balancing the demands of motherhood. Her la…
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The Teacher As Facilitator: Student Voice and Choice Part 2
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In this minisode season finale, Melissa continues to share one of her favorite articles about voice and choice by Alfie Kohn. Choices for Children: Why and How to Let Students Decide. In addition, she talks about a time management concept that can be applied to the classroom and she looks back at the episodes of the fifth season.…
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Zooming In on Narrative Nonfiction with Candace Fleming
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Candace Fleming is an author of many fiction and nonfiction books for children and young adults. Among other things, Melissa and Candace talk about the research process, the power of nonfiction and how teachers can help students get more specific in their research.Oleh Melissa Milner
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The Teacher As Facilitator: Student Voice and Choice
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In this minisode, Melissa shares from one of her favorite articles about voice and choice. Choices for Children: Why and How to Let Students Decide by Alfie Kohn lays out the rationale for voice and choice as well as what it looks like in practice. In this minisode, Melissa highlights the rationale and she will highlight what it looks like in pract…
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Zooming In on Teacher Creativity with Jane Reynolds
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Jane Reynolds, sister of author/illustrator Peter H. Reynolds, chats about her work in helping teachers tap into their creativity so they can model it for their students. Her teacher education work with her brothers, Peter and Paul, is revolutionary including their soon to be Teacher Learning and Creativity Center in Dedham, MA.…
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Healing Dialogues on Family, Spirituality, and Queer Inclusivity with Ann Russo
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It's Therapy Thursday! When the path of self-discovery intersects with the embrace of one's true identity, the journey can be transformative. That's a truth our guest, Ann Russo, knows well as a psychotherapist and advocate for culturally affirming care. Together with the heartening presence of Janet Hale, we traverse the tender terrains of mental …
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The Teacher As Proud Supporter of Students' Reading Lives
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In this minisode, Melissa talks about the importance of read alouds and silent reading time. She shares some reading successes in her classroom and encourages teachers to reflect on how far their students have come.Oleh Melissa Milner
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Zooming In on Balance, Boundaries, and Breaks with Evan Whitehead
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Evan Whitehead, M.Ed. is an author, speaker, Mental Health Advocate, and the creator of Balance Boundaries and Breaks.™️ Evan shares his struggles with finding balance that brought him to his new focus of helping all educators find a healthy work/life balance.Oleh Melissa Milner
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In this very short minisode, Melissa, with laryngitis, shares that listeners should go to the Episode 112 page on theteacheras.com to see her students' reflections about logic puzzles. The students share how the puzzles got easier with continued practice and how they created their own logic puzzles.Oleh Melissa Milner
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Zooming In on Math Puzzles with Dr.Nicki Newton and Ann Elise Record
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Dr. Nicki and Ann Elise share 10+ fun math puzzles you can use in your classroom tomorrow! Puzzles to practice math facts, understand algebra, and many more math concepts. "Puzzles are a portal to perseverance," Dr. Nicki Newton.Oleh Melissa Milner
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Zooming In on Math Student Vital Actions with Jen Hawkins
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In this episode, math educator Jen Hawkins shares the 7 student vital actions in the math classroom that are grounded in equity and logical thinking/reasoning. Jen talks about the importance of productive struggle as well as all students regularly using math vocabulary as they share their thinking.Oleh Melissa Milner
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Powerful Poem: There's a Hole in My Sidewalk
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In this minisode, Melissa shares a powerful poem that she feels could be shared with students in fourth grade and up. It is about the process of changing and it's been around since the 70s.Oleh Melissa Milner
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The Remarkable Journey from Disability to Health through Mental Power with Brandy Gillmore
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It's Therapy Thursday! Have you ever considered the possibility that your mind might hold the key to relieving your physical pain? Brandy Gillmore joins me, Candace Fleming, for an eye-opening discussion that will challenge what you think you know about the healing process. Brandy's remarkable journey from relying on a wheelchair , walker, and cane…
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In this episode, Melissa shares her amazing Spring lineup of guests. Just to list a few, math educators Jen Hawkins, Ann Elise Record, and Dr. Nicki Newton return to The Teacher As…Podcast. Also, Daphne Russell - self proclaimed educational evolutionist and chaos pilot- will discuss reading.Oleh Melissa Milner
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Resilience and Faith: A Sister's Tale of Overcoming Adversity and Embracing Essential Mental Healing with Amanda Parks
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It's Therapy Thursday!! Facing life's storms with unwavering courage, my sister Amanda and I, Candace Fleming, come together in a raw exchange on the trials and triumphs of Essential Mental Healing. Amanda, a beacon of resilience, unfolds her narrative from teen motherhood to the hallways of nursing, painting a picture of the grit and grace it take…
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In this minisode, Melissa's students share why they love chess and why they think it should be played in schools.Oleh Melissa Milner
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John Miles on Transforming Trauma into Triumph and Living Passionately
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Therapy Thursday!! When life throws curveballs, it's the stories of triumph and relentless pursuit of purpose that fuel our resilience. Navy veteran John Miles embodies this spirit, transforming personal tragedy into a beacon of hope through the Passion Struck movement. Join us as John shares the profound experiences that shaped his mission to insp…
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Rewind: Top Ten Math Routines with Dr. Nicki Newton and Ann Elise Record
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This is a rewind episode. This was originally published on February 19, 2021. It has the most downloads of all my episodes. Dr. Nicki Newton and Ann Elise Record collaborate to create a top ten list of math routines.Oleh Melissa Milner
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The Many Benefits of Students Playing Chess
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In this episode, Melissa talks about the many benefits of students playing chess. From spatial reasoning and critical thinking skills to patience and time management, chess is a valuable addition to your indoor recess games and/or math centers.Oleh Melissa Milner
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Zooming In on Cult Education with Janja Lalich
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In this episode, Melissa talks to Janja Lalich, Ph.D., Professor Emerita of Sociology, who is an international authority on cults, extremism, and coercion. Janja's work is promoting a deeper, more accurate understanding of cults with the intent to avoid their manipulation, exploitation, and abuse. Janja explains why people get into cults and the im…
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The Teacher As Film Editor: The Bad Bits
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In this Teacher As Film Editor minisode, Melissa talks about Walter Murch's term the "bad bits." Teachers are like film editors who sometimes cut out the "bad bits" of their lessons to meet the needs of their students.Oleh Melissa Milner
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Embracing Parenthood's Unpredictable Twists: Homeschooling, Technology, and Healing Generational Trauma With Corene Lavhan
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When my dear friend Corene Johnson faced her child's severe illness, she made a valiant pivot to homeschooling—a decision that would unknowingly become her family's saving grace during the pandemic. As Corene shares her story, you'll witness the weight of parental choices under societal scrutiny and the unexpected affirmation found in another's env…
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Zooming In on a Mindhunter with Dr. Ann Burgess
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Melissa speaks with Dr. Ann Burgess, a leading forensic and psychiatric nurse who worked for the FBI for over two decades. Dr. Ann tells how she educated FBI agents in data collection and organizing their research. She also shares about her college teaching her work to help with threat assessment in schools.…
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The Teacher As Film Editor: Student Accommodations
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In this episode, Melissa shares Walter Murch's thoughts about editing as a "discovery of a path." Student accommodations are discussed as a path for general education teachers to reach the diverse learners in their classroom. The Multi-Tiered System of Support and District Curriculum Accommodation Plans are discussed.…
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Breaking The Status Quo: A Heartfelt Discourse on Family, Community, and Overcoming Adversity
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Therapy Thursday!! Janet and I bare our souls as we recount the trials and victories that have shaped us, from the resilience required to pretend financial stability for our children to the relentless pursuit of education. We toast to the power of support and the indomitable spirit of perseverance, sharing tales of basketball practices where defeat…
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Exploring Sexual Enlightenment: Harnessing Tantra for Intimacy and Personal Growth with Dr. Elsbeth and Freddy Zental
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It's Therapy Thursday!! Embark on a transformative exploration with us as we welcome Dr. Elsbeth and Freddy Zental from the Tantra Nova Institute to uncover the profound connection between intimacy, sexuality, and personal growth. Their wisdom illuminates how ancient tantric practices can be harnessed as a powerful tool for deepening relationships …
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Strengthening Bonds: Love, Friendship, and Resilience in Marriage with Scott and Shate Hayes
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It's Therapy Thursday!! When you think of marriage, do you picture a best friend by your side through thick and thin? Scott and Shate from the Love Haze podcast join us to unravel the threads of love, friendship, and healing in relationships. As we wade through the seasonal stress and the pursuit of personal and professional growth, their insights …
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Discovering Tranquility: A Journey in Embracing Surrender and Overcoming Challenges
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Therapy Thursday! Have you ever felt the profound peace that comes from surrendering control? This episode is a heart-to-heart conversation between myself, your host Candace Fleming, and my mother, Janet Hale, as we shed light on our journeys to discovering tranquility in letting go. We unmask the beauty of embracing surrender and the freedom it be…
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Zooming In on Poetry with Penelope Pelizzon
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In the 100th episode of The Teacher As...Melissa chats with professor and poet Penelope Pelizzon. We chat about her genesis of becoming the successful poet that she is and her ideas about teaching poetry to all ages of students. We get into the weeds about rhyme and theme and she talks about the process of writing a book of poetry like her latest c…
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Top Five Teacher As...Episodes/Upcoming 100th Episode
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In this minisode, Melissa shares the top five most downloaded episodes since the podcast started in July of 2020 in honor of the 100th episode coming out on 12/3/23.Oleh Melissa Milner
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Exploring the Complexity of ADHD: Dyslexia, Trauma and the Promise of Neurofeedback with Dr. Connie McReynolds
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Therapy Thursday!! What if everything you thought you knew about ADHD was just the tip of the iceberg? Join us as we explore this question with Dr. Connie McReynolds, a seasoned expert in rehabilitation psychology. The deep dive into the complex world of ADHD diagnosis and treatment starts with a riveting discussion on dyslexia and its fascinating …
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Zooming In on Curriculum Collaboration with Heather Leonard and Erin Burchill
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In this episode, Melissa chats with Heather Leonard, a Pre-K-12 curriculum coordinator, and Erin Burchill, a K-8 Humanities curriculum coordinator. They share their strong focus on collaboration in order to eliminate the barriers that stop teachers from being able to implement the curriculum successfully.…
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The Teacher As Filmmaker/ Film Editing Introduction
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In this minisode, Melissa introduces her shift in focus from film director to film editor. Melissa's research into the parallels of film editing and teaching are explored in this series of minisodes.Oleh Melissa Milner
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The Healing Power of Laughter and Love in Mental Health
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When was the last time you truly took a hard look at your mental health? We're back for season three of Essential Mental Healing, and we're putting our own journey front and center, in a bid to help you navigate yours. Our discussions are going to be raw, unfiltered, and deeply personal, covering everything from unique healing strategies to enlight…
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Zooming In on Kelly Dempsey's Design and Teaching Process
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Kelly Dempsey returns to The Teacher As...Podcast. We talk about upcycling thrifted items and how Kelly teaches about a thrifting mindset in order to find great items to use for designs. Kelly sees everything in a thrift store as potential raw material. Kelly shares her design process and how she prepares to teach her classes. In addition, she give…
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Zooming In on Teacher Mental Health with Ryan Pelkey
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In episode 95, Ryan Pelkey talks about the importance of paying attention to the mental health of teachers/staff. He offers ways to support each other and urges administration to focus on relationships.Oleh Melissa Milner
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In this Teacher As Filmmaker minisode, Melissa shares screenwriter/director David Lynch's philosophy on catching ideas for writing.Oleh Melissa Milner
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Zooming In on Adult Immigrant Education with Sara Lodgen
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In Ep. 93, Sara Lodgen shares her work with The Welcome Project which is a nonprofit that supports adult immigrants and their families in the Somerville, MA area. It was interesting to learn about the different services/programs they provide.Oleh Melissa Milner
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The Teacher As Filmmaker: Jodie Foster
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It is important to be prepared and to plan in order to be flexible and creative. In her Master Class, film director, Jodie Foster, shares the importance of planning in her work and the metaphors to teaching are powerful.Oleh Melissa Milner
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Zooming In on the Engineering Design Process with Michael Bycraft
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Michael Bycraft is a robotics, design, and makerspace teacher living in Thailand. Listen to episode 91 to hear about his fascinating student led approach to engineering.Oleh Melissa Milner
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The Teacher As Filmmaker: Spike Lee Part Two
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This minisode focusing on director Spike Lee is part two. Spike's philosophy about rehearsal, collaborating, improvising, and bonding with his cast is parallel to the job of all educators.Oleh Melissa Milner
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The Teacher As Filmmaker: Spike Lee Part One
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This minisode focuses on Spike Lee's ideas about bringing out the best in his actors and the parallels to classroom teaching.Oleh Melissa Milner
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Introduction to The Teacher As...Minisodes
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This minisode explains Melissa's inspiration for sharing these short episodes that drop every other week. Melissa begins by focusing on The Teacher As Filmmaker. Each minisode is focused on a different teaching metaphor. Listen to the minisodes and get teaching inspiration from some of the most talented filmmakers in the business!…
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In episode 87, the first episode of season 5, Aly Marie Moniz shares the steps she takes in programming her pilates classes and creating the best experience for her students. Her teaching philosophy and style are inspiring.Oleh Melissa Milner
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Unlocking the Power of Natural Stem Cells for Hair Loss: A Conversation with Mahryah Shain, Founder of More Hair Naturally
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It's therapy Thursday! Dive into the fascinating science behind hair loss with Mariah as he explains the difference between testosterone and dihydrotestosterone, and how inherited factors can affect hair loss. Learn how innovative ingredients like hyaluronic acid, stem cells, polyotics, and amino acids work together to strengthen the hair follicle …
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Ways to Make Your Read Alouds More Dynamic
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You don't have to be a professional actor to read dynamically to your class. In the last episode of season 4, I share tips to make your read alouds more entertaining for your students. Adjusting your pace and/or volume, for example, can make your reading more captivating. Check out this episode for more detailed tips and examples.…
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It's Therapy Thursday!! In today's episode we will discuss how music can heal you. How music was used to give directions. How our moods change the lyrics we want to hear. How it helps with memory and more. Host Candace Fleming Co-host Janet Hale visit the website at https://www.essentialmotivation.com/ visit the store at https://shopessentialmotiva…
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