This platform is designed to share my experiences with the world in hopes that people will relate and may possibly learn from! Cover art photo provided by Christian Wiediger on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@christianw
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Now more than ever, we have an opportunity to be a positive force in the world. To help heal the divide…to treat each other, and ourselves, with respect and love. But with so many tools out there…..from meditation to physical training, proper nutrition, therapy, and so many others, we all need a little help navigating all the options. Join us as we share in-depth information, insights and thought-provoking discussions that will help answer your questions about how to stay calm, cool and conn ...
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Sticking to your New Year's Resolutions
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The New Year is a time of renewal, vision, and, for some people, commitment to new goals. It's easy to plan and hope that the motivation will come in the new year, but how do you actually see your resolutions through? On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected, Dr. Liz shares several tips and strategies for tackling your goals even when you are la…
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A very common issue in the fashion industry and modeling world is distorted views of body image. This can make it difficult for models with curvier figures to find a place for themselves in their industry, even as it has become more "inclusive." Joining Dr. Fedrick on today’s episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Rachael Brook. She is a curve mode…
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The Mental Health Journey of a Comedian
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A very common misconception in the entertainment industry is that actors, singers and especially comedians are happy and in a good mental place all the time. This can be really isolating for these people, for others to always think they’re doing well. Joining Dr. Fedrick on today’s episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Quincy Carr, also known as t…
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Military Special Operations and K9’s
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Being in the military in today’s day and age brings with it a plethora of mental health ailments that our men and women in uniform may endure during their time in service, and also after retirement and transitioning to civilian life. Add in the stressors that come with being a Navy SEAL, and the mental health ramifications can be catastrophic. Join…
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Correcting Your Child’s Problem Behavior
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Parenting is one of the hardest jobs on the planet. Kids will inevitably act out, and then the parent has to make a split-second decision as to how to react. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected- Dr. Fedrick explains some of the most common reasons behind children’s problem behavior, and also how to effectively correct them. For more informa…
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The Mental Health Journey of a Military Spouse
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Relationships can be difficult to maintain, even with a “stable” day-to-day life. For military spouses, those difficulties become amplified by military life. Training, long hours, deployments, and more contribute to the magnification of relationship issues. Bianca Martinez-Oberhelman joins Dr. Fedrick on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected. Sh…
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The Psychology of Dating with Jacob Lucas
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At one point or another, we have all struggled or will struggle with dating. Whether you're entering the dating pool for the first time or putting yourself back out there after the end of a relationship, the dating scene can be overwhelming. Joining Dr. Fedrick on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Jacob Lucas. Jacob is a dating coach from…
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How to Design a Space That Will Help Keep You Mentally Healthy
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The environments that we spend our time in can have a huge impact on our mood states, our daily functioning and our state of mind. Everything from the colors, the fixtures and even the lighting can effect how we feel about the space- as well as our mindset in general. Joining Dr. Fedrick on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Sara Bendrick.…
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Leading a Sober Life in the Public Eye
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The decision to lead a sober lifestyle is a very unique and subjective decision for each individual person. Some people may choose to be sober for their physical health, others may choose sobriety for their mental health, and some may do it for both. There are so many benefits to abstaining from substance use, yet in our society it most certainly i…
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Most of us are pretty aware of the almost automatic reaction or discomfort we experience when we hear noises such as nails on a chalkboard, or other loud and disruptive noises. Thankfully, most people don’t have to deal with this uncomfortable scenario on a day-to-day basis. But some do with this on a daily basis. Those people are dealing with some…
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How to Know if You're in a One-sided Relationship
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Being in a relationship can be beautiful, or it can be really ugly. One of the more “ugly” kinds of relationships is a one-sided relationship. A one-sided relationship is where one party or the other is putting in most of the work and effort to make the relationship thrive. These relationships lack the reciprocity necessary to be a healthy and lovi…
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Cultivating Self-Awareness in Relationships
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Self-awareness is defined as “conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires.” This is integral in relationships, because being self-aware also helps you to understand how our words and actions can effect the other party. Joining Dr. Fedrick for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Nico Barraza. He is a profession…
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One of the most tragic aspects of divorce, is when children are involved. Often times, both parties are unable to provide quality co-parenting due to extreme emotions. Joining Dr. Fedrick for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Leslie Hope Holthoff. She is an author, and a divorce & co-parenting coach. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat …
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While the holiday season represents a time of joy for many it can also bring about additional stress, sadness, and mental distress for others. This circumstantial and seasonal depression is often referred to "seasonal blues" or "S.A.D.," Seasonal Affective Disorder. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected Dr. Fedrick shares some fundamentals on…
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Staying Physically Healthy to be Mentally Fit During the Holidays
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When people talk about being healthy, generally they mean physical health. But the human body actually functions better when our physical health AND our mental health are both in harmony. Joining Dr. Fedrick for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Alexis Perkins. She is the host of our sister show, We Are Living Healthy, as well as the crea…
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Repairing Your Relationship After Conflict
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Conflict is inevitable in all relationships. As humans we are all so different from one another, that it is normal and honestly expected to disagree sometimes! On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected- Dr. Fedrick walks us through how to fix a relationship after rupture. For more information on Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick, visit her website: evolvecou…
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Using the Power of Resilience to Get Your Shine
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Resilience is defined as the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties. It’s a person’s capacity to overcome the ramifications of traumatic events. Joining Dr. Liz for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is AJ Sarcione. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with AJ: • Hear about AJ’s background • Learn how he defines resilience • Find out …
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The brain is wired for pleasure-seeking activities, and for some people- this means shopping. Sometimes the spending can become an actual problem, and create huge issues in a person’s life. Joining Dr. Fedrick for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Shang Saavedra. She is a Personal Finance Blogger at Save My Cents. Key Takeaways from Dr. F…
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Whether or not people like to admit it, we all lie at some point in time. Whether it be a little white lie or a major lie- lies are just a fact of life. Joining Dr. Fedrick for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Aldert Vrij. He is a Doctor and a Professor of Applied Social Psychology. He is going to help break down the scientific parts of …
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Overcoming Stigma in Men's Mental Health
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While mental health in general is a taboo topic, the societal messaging around men’s mental health is even more troubling. Joining Dr. Fedrick on this episode is John Eli. He is a life coach with a Masters of Science in Psychology. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with John Eli: • Hear about his background and work in the mental health field •…
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Seven Effective Ways to Receive Feedback
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On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected, Dr. Fedrick walks us through how to effectively increase awareness when receiving feedback. For more information on Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick, visit her website: evolvecounselingaz.com Connect with Dr. Fedrick on Instagram: @drelizabethfedrick Watch the video interview on our Facebook Page For more great Cal…
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Seven Effective Ways to Provide Feedback
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On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected, Dr. Fedrick walks us through how to effectively provide feedback, in a manner that won’t break a loved ones’ sense of safety and trust. For more information on Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick, visit her website: evolvecounselingaz.com Connect with Dr. Fedrick on Instagram: @drelizabethfedrick Watch the video inter…
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In our society of busy, self-care is often put on the back burner. This presents a problem, when it is of utmost important to both our physical and mental health. There are so many ways to practice self-care that there really is something that everyone can enjoy. Joining Dr. Fedrick on today’s episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Gail Lynn. She i…
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Investing in Our Youth with the YMCA of South Hampton Roads
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The YMCA is focused on investing in our youth, in order to create a better future for us all. Joining Dr. Fedrick on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected are Caleb Cooper and Sarah Baker from the YMCA of South Hampton Roads. They are going to share with us how the YMCA is seeking to keep our youth healthy- both physically and mentally. Key Take…
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Transforming Fear to Confidence In Any Stage of Life
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One of the biggest barriers that we as humans will face in our lives, is the power of fear. Fear is defined as an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or a threat. Joining Dr. Fedrick on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Jennifer Watson. She is a visionary, speaker and entre…
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The Keys to Emotional Regulation and Deescalation
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One of the most misunderstood concepts in the mental health field is behavioral challenges. They can be present in both adults and children. Joining Dr. Fedrick on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Noelle Drake. Noelle is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and has worked with individuals with disabilities and their families since 2003. Sh…
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Understanding Gambling Disorders with Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Health
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Gambling addictions impact about one percent of the population. There are key risk factors that can lead to gambling addiction, including a family history of gambling disorder. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected- Dr. Liz is joined by our friends at Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare to take a deeper dive into the world of problem …
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Our mental health is effected by many things on a daily basis. Sleep, food, exercise, the weather, and more all are a piece of the mental health puzzle. But one thing that has a huge impact on our mental health that is often forgotten is hormones! Joining Dr. Fedrick on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Dr. Azza Halim. She is going to hel…
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An Important topic these days is resiliency. Everyone has been through a really rough few years, and people have had to be creative with new ways to be resilient. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected- Dr. Fedrick walks us through what resiliency is, and gives tips on how you can be more resilient in your every day life. All of this and more,…
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The month of September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. During the entire month, efforts to raise awareness about suicide prevention are taking place are at the forefront of the mental health field. Joining Dr. Fedrick for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is friend of the show- Dr. Greg Cason. He is going to help break down some stati…
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Suicide Prevention Awareness with Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Health
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The month of September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Mental health professionals, friends and families of suicide victims, and survivors all work to bring awareness to this very important topic all month long. Kristen Martin and Michelle Morgan-Jackson from Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare join Dr. Fedrick for this episode of Ca…
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The concept of self-love is a topic which has been brought up a lot more frequently as of late. But although it is frequently brought up, it is still often misunderstood. Today, Dr. Fedrick welcomes Kamini Wood to Calm, Cool and Connected. She is the CEO of Live Joy Your Way, a coach and an international best-selling author. She is going to help br…
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Mental Health Advocacy at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
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Health insurance hasn’t historically been the best route to mental healthcare. Joining Dr. Fedrick for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Kaitlyn Fernandez. She came to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas from the mental health field and is a member advocate there. She is working to help ensure that BCBSKS is a great mental health partner…
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The YMCA is well known for their highly effective programs that promote ethical values, life skills, and also brings the community together for good. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected- Dr. Fedrick is joined by Atarah-Sheba Young. She is the Regional Director of Teen Programs for the YMCA of Virginia Peninsulas. She is going to give us ins…
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International Overdose Awareness Day with CIBH
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According to the National Institute of Drug Abuse, overdose has increased in frequency at an alarming rate. Our friends from Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare join Dr. Fedrick to talk about why International Overdose Awareness Day is such an important opportunity to bring to the forefront, the fact that overdose is one of the world’s wors…
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Therapists see clients on a fairly frequent basis who are going through a breakup or a divorce. Lots of times, they need help or “coaching” through the process. Joining Dr. Fedrick on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Cindy Stibbard. She is a Certified Divorce Coach and a Certified Divorce Specialist. Key Takeaways from Dr. Liz’s chat wit…
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The term “high-conflict person” is a phrase describing anyone who has a high-conflict personality. This means they have an ongoing theme of an all-or-nothing mindset, unhinged emotions, extreme behavior and a pattern of always blaming others. These people also have a hard time seeing that in all of their issues, they’re the common denominator. Join…
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Understanding and Managing Panic Attacks
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Over thirty percent of the population experiences some kind of anxiety disorder, and a large number of people will also deal with at least one panic attack at some point or another in their lifetime. During this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected- Dr. Liz tackles the topic of panic attacks. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick: • Hear about the differen…
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As the saying goes, entrepreneurs are the people willing to work eighty hours a week to avoid working forty hours a week for someone else. Although exciting, entrepreneurship can be stressful and have a huge impact on our mental health. Zane Landin joins Dr. Fedrick on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected. He is the founder and CEO of Positive …
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Managing Burnout for You and Your Employees
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Burnout is becoming a hot topic lately, and it’s brought the pressure that the workplace can exude on us to the forefront. Joining Dr. Fedrick on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Kathryn Falk and Aniyah Blair-Young. They recently authored an article in Business Voice Magazine calling on leaders to focus on both their wellness and the wel…
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The decision to end a relationship is never easy, but that decision becomes especially hard when the relationship that is ending is a marriage. Divorce can be scary, even more so when the divorce is a messy one. Joining Dr. Fedrick on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Susan Guthrie. She is the award winning host of the Divorce & Beyond po…
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Rev. Dr. Nicole Charles on Mental Health Stigma
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Even in the year 2022, there are still stigmas surrounding mental health. Treatment isn’t as readily available as it should be, and the impact can be devastating. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected- Dr. Fedrick is joined by Rev. Dr. Nicole Charles, the Chief Executive Officer of Edgar Cayce’s Association for Research and Enlightenment, Inc…
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The Emotional Side of Erectile Dysfunction with Bridgeside Medical
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Anxiety, depression and stress are a few of the most common emotions that most of us will experience during our lifetime. Sometimes, these emotions can lead to physical ailments. One of these physical ailments, is erectile dysfunction. Joining Dr. Fedrick for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Miles Broadhead- a New Patient Ambassador for …
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Five Tips to Strengthen Your Relationship with Your Partner
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One of the main reasons that relationships begin to drift apart, is a lack of intention when it comes to that relationship. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected Dr. Liz gives five tips to strengthening your relationship and move forward with intention. For more information on Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick, visit her website: evolvecounselingaz.com C…
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The experiences that we face during our upbringing often influence the core beliefs that we hold true about ourselves. Our guest on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected chose to use those experiences to her advantage, and help her live her best life! Meet Erika Obando- a speaker and transformational coach. Learn how her journey makes her unique…
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The Mental Health Challenges of Labor & Delivery
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The Labor and Delivery unit of a hospital is often seen as a place of love, joy, and all happy things! But, that is not always the case. Joining Dr. Liz on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Meighan Pribesh. Meighan is an accomplished nurse with years of experience, and she is going to help shed some light on the mental health side of work…
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Behavior Related Challenges in Children
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Behavior analysis is defined as the scientific study of the principles of learning and behavior. It is specifically concerned with understanding, predicting and changing behavior. A specialized role in the field is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, or BCBA, and the focus of this role is to provide support to individuals with behavior concerns, an…
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We often hear the terms grief and loss together, but the nuances and differences between the two are often overlooked. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected, join Dr. Liz as she explains the relationship between grief and loss, how they relate, how to navigate them for yourself, and how to support others struggling. All of this and more, on t…
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Sober living is a lifestyle choice, where the person chooses to abstain from any mind-altering substances. What many may not know, is that it isn’t always an addiction or a problem that prompts someone to live a sober lifestyle. Going Dr. Liz on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Chelsie Cahoon. She is a social media influencer, who made t…
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If you frequently find yourself avoiding activities or outings with your peers, you might be experiencing social anxiety. Social anxiety is defined as is a type of anxiety disorder that causes extreme fear in social settings. People with social anxiety have issues talking to new people, meeting new people, and attending social functions-both big an…
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