On Thursdays We Thrive

Join Sam and Liana in our SEASON FINALE where we are talking all about imposter syndrome.  The girls are diving into defining imposter syndrome, where does it come from, what it looks like, and what to do about it.  These licensed therapists will provide tools and skills to reframe your mindset in order to believe in yourself and your abilities. Liana and Sam finish the episode reminding listeners where y'all can find them and how YOU can work with them. Follow our instagram: @Onthursdayswethrive

The weather is getting warmer and the shorts are getting shorter.. It's that time of year again. For many, summer time is exciting and relaxing, but for others, summer time is stressful and uncomfortable for many reasons. Join Liana on this solo episode where she breaks down and normalizes the stress around shopping for summer clothes, how the warmer weather immediately impacts our body image and impulse to go on the next diet. Throughout the chat, Liana brings realness around why clothing sizes are BS and how to limit obsessive thoughts about dieting and negative thoughts about our bodies. Nothing this harmful should be living rent free in your head! Which is why Liana provides tangible tools, podcast and book recommendations, that will help you to begin to make peace with our bodies and food, so we can ACTUALLY enjoy summer without so much stress! I mean.. Who actually enjoys wearing uncomfortable short denim shorts anyway? Follow us on IG! @onthursdayswethrive Email us: [email protected]

This week, Sam and Liana are joined by Eli Weinstein, LCSW, who is a licensed therapist specializing in relationships with self and others.  Eli is here to break down why it is so difficult to accept ourselves, why we are so hard on ourselves, and ways to begin to understand ourselves.  Throughout the conversation, Eli explains what it actually means to be “ready for a relationship.” We wrap up with dissecting the process of how we evolve in relationships and how to remain true to ourselves in the journey.

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This week, Liana and Sam are joined by Beth Miller, LCSW, who is a certified life coach, energy healer, spiritual counselor, and meditation healer.  She is also the owner and clinical director of Positive Energy Holistic Counseling & Institute.  Beth is here to help us break down the meaning of manifestation, how we all have the capability to do it, and how much our mindset truly impacts our outlook on the world.  Throughout the conversation, Beth explains a simple step-by-step approach to begin manifesting the sh*t we want, and she clarifies how trusting ourselves is intertwined into successful manifestation.  She also shares that healing anxiety from a holistic approach may give us the boost we need.  We wrap up with sharing ways we can transition from a negative mindset into a more rational and adaptive headspace.

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“You’re so addicted to your phone!” Has anyone ever said this to you? Well, you’re not alone. In our society today, it has become so normalized to be attached to our phones through avoidance of awkward social interactions, keeping up with the latest news or details about other’s lives, toxic comparisons, or a way in which we feel we are relaxing but actually aren’t. Why do we do this?. To help us out with this, we have invited Michael DzwilLicensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to explain more. Michael explains why we resort to our phones when feeling bored or anxious through statistical findings and evidence based research. Michael also brings awareness to the long term negative effects of technology attachment along with the latest ‘trends’ regarding individuals and technology and why it could be a concern. Don’t worry, because Michael leaves us with helpful ways to break this negative habit and some tips for parents and clinicians working with adolescents struggling with this as well! So, join the girls in their conversation with Michael, as they help you attain the necessary tools to incorporate healthier habits into your life, and not feel as dependent on your phone or technology. Follow us on IG! @OnThursdaysWeThrive Email us! [email protected] Learn more about Newport Healthcare Here!

What’s harder than establishing your career and finding an apartment? Making new friends as an adult! Today the girls are joined by Sarah Sasson, the host of “It’s Fine I’m Fine” podcast which has helped normalize emotional expression and reduce the stigma around mental health.  Sarah is known for her ability to be authentic and candid as she shares her own mental health journey on her podcast.  In this episode, Sarah discusses how her friendships have fluctuated over the recent years and how her work through therapy has helped her combat anxiety around these changes.  Sarah provides personal insight into how she has been working toward acceptance around changes in her friendships, and how she has been killing the game at making new friends as a 27 year old.  We promise that when you listen to this conversation, you will feel less alone!

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Do you ever feel like you want to think outside of the box when it comes to self care and mental health? Well tune in.. because today the girls invited Bianca Posa, LMHC and owner/founder of Modern Wellness in Lynbrook, NY. Bianca shares about her journey to become a reiki healer, sound bath practitioner, and the varying ways we can connect mind and body outside of the therapy room. This is called Holistic Psychotherapy, and we are here for it! We know, we know… what exactly is energy work? And is it legit? Guess you’ll have to tune in to find out! Follow us on IG: @OnThursdaysWeThrive Email us! [email protected] Learn more about Modern Wellness https://www.modernwellnessli.com/

“You really expect breathing to heal my issues and calm me down? that’ll never work”. “Mindfulness is too hard and I can’t stop my anxiety. I'm not some monk”.  Sound familiar?

Do you ACTUALLY know what mindfulness is? Most of us have a distorted perception of mindfulness and the effectiveness of meditation/ simple breath work. To help Liana and Sam out with relaying this information and to break the stigma, the girls welcome Psychologists Barbara and Anthony from Koru Mindfulness LI, to explain their work and educational courses that help to spread awareness on the benefits of mindfulness.

They go over the definition of mindfulness and ways it can have an extremely positive impact on our mental health #anxiety. Barbara and Anthony even guide us through a brief mindfulness practice for you all to try as you tune in! Join this crew in learning more about various mindfulness strategies and what Koru has to offer so you too, can continue this mindfulness journey.

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The girls are back to continue the discussion of attachment styles, except this time to discuss Disorganized and Secure attachment. The overall goal is to be able to attain a secure attachment both individually and within dating and our relationships. Liana and Sam assist us in understanding the specific commitment it takes to work toward having a secure attachment. What helps remove extreme fear of rejection? Working on self esteem, commitment, and communication. Let the girls guide you there! Follow us on IG! @OnThursdaysWethrive Email us your questions and suggestions! [email protected]

In today’s solo episode Sam and Liana introduce attachment styles and briefly touch on how these theories develop from childhood. Specifically, the girls dive into Anxious and Avoidant attachment and how it may present within our current relationships-Aka there are reasons behind being a stage 5 clinger. The girls share which of your specific behaviors might be deemed as anxious or avoidant attachment. Don’t worry, the girls don’t just leave ya hangin, they provide us with ways to improve emotional connection for these specific attachment styles in order to enhance your relationships and individual well being. Follow us on IG: @OnThursdaysWeThrive and Email us! [email protected]