LIFE INTERCONNECTED - Christian Counselor, Emotional Health, Spiritual Growth, Mental Health, Holistic Wellness

15 | Holistic Approach to Marital Health with Clinical Psychologist Dr. William Librizzi

Have you ever thought about how the interconnected revelation applies to the marital relationship?  This month we are diving into mental, physical and spiritual connection within the context of marriage.  Today's guest is clinical psychologist Dr. William Librizzi, who has been one of my most influential professors from graduate school.  Dr. Librizzi has extensive clinical experience running his own successful practice, while incorporating an integrative approach to helping people heal, both mentally and spiritually.  He has also taught in higher education for over 10 years.  Today, we're focusing on mental health and how to cultivate a healthy, christ-centered marriage, from the inside out.
 
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Christian Counselor * Holistic Mental Health * Spiritual Growth * Faith 
Are you in a season where you’re longing for more?  Desiring inner peace?  Perhaps, you know that God is calling you deeper, higher and further than you’ve ever gone before. You are ready for change.  My name is Amber Todd.  I am a Christian Counselor and I believe that you were never meant to live a disconnected, segmented life.
The Life Interconnected Podcast is an intentional space you can come to every week to receive encouragement and a fresh perspective on your internal world.  Mondays, I will be sharing a teaching and Thursdays will be for deep conversations with professionals who are also helping others in the context of wholeness.  Join this movement of mindful believers as we cultivate a holistic approach to health & wellness.  Subscribe to the podcast today and share it with your friends.  Welcome to Life Interconnected!
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14 | 3 Ways Your Mind, Body & Spirit are Revealing the Quality of Your Relationships

We all long for deep & meaningful relationships.  Every relationship has potential.  Or does it?  The reality is that your mind, body & spirit are revealing the quality of your relationships and I'm wondering if you're really listening.  In today's episode, we discuss how you are most influenced by the core 5 people you spend time with and every part of your being is revealing the quality of those relationships.  
 
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Christian Counselor * Holistic Mental Health * Spiritual Growth * Faith 
Are you in a season where you’re longing for more?  Desiring inner peace?  Perhaps, you know that God is calling you deeper, higher and further than you’ve ever gone before. You are ready for change.  My name is Amber Todd.  I am a Christian Counselor and I believe that you were never meant to live a disconnected, segmented life.
The Life Interconnected Podcast is an intentional space you can come to every week to receive encouragement and a fresh perspective on your internal world.  Mondays, I will be sharing a teaching and Thursdays will be for deep conversations with professionals who are also helping others in the context of wholeness.  Join this movement of mindful believers as we cultivate a holistic approach to health & wellness.  Subscribe to the podcast today and share it with your friends.  Welcome to Life Interconnected!
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13 | 4 Stages of Building a Community that Lasts

Do you ever wonder why some relationships last and some fizzle out or fall apart?  Did you know there are 4 distinct phases that every relationship,  friendship and group needs to experience to get to a place of trust, safety and depth?  In today's episode, you will learn about these 4 stages to build a community that lasts.  What I'm about to share feels like a secret to life that I discovered from one my graduate professors, Dr. James Meyer.  He's an adjunct professor at Cairn University, has a ministry to pastors and co-pastors a church with his son.  Dr. Meyer has provided guidance to many pastoral leaders in navigating church conflict through mediation.  I can't wait to share with you this revelation that changed my life and how I do community.
 
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Christian Counselor * Holistic Mental Health * Spiritual Growth * Faith 
Are you in a season where you’re longing for more?  Desiring inner peace?  Perhaps, you know that God is calling you deeper, higher and further than you’ve ever gone before. You are ready for change.  My name is Amber Todd.  I am a Christian Counselor and I believe that you were never meant to live a disconnected, segmented life.
The Life Interconnected Podcast is an intentional space you can come to every week to receive encouragement and a fresh perspective on your internal world.  Mondays, I will be sharing a teaching and Thursdays will be for deep conversations with professionals who are also helping others in the context of wholeness.  Join this movement of mindful believers as we cultivate a holistic approach to health & wellness.  Subscribe to the podcast today and share it with your friends.  Welcome to Life Interconnected!
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12 | The Healing Power of Relationships with Dr. Avery Jackson

Have you ever thought about how connection heals your brain?  Knowing others and being known is one of the most powerful ways to live a healthy, connected life.  In this episode, I share about my journey of overcoming hyper-independence, learning to let others in and discovering how God uses other people in our lives to help us heal.  I also share a clip from an extended conversation I had with neurosurgeon, Dr. Avery Jackson, about the power of relationships!  Check out this episode, leave a review and share it with your friends!
 
Are you enjoying Life Interconnected?  Join this mindful movement of believers & receive weekly encouragement from Amber: https://www.ambertodd.org/connect
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Are you in a season where you’re longing for more?  Desiring inner peace?  Perhaps, you know that God is calling you deeper, higher and further than you’ve ever gone before. You are ready for change.  My name is Amber Todd.  I am a Christian Counselor and I believe that you were never meant to live a disconnected, segmented life.
The Life Interconnected Podcast is an intentional space you can come to every week to receive encouragement and a fresh perspective on your internal world.  Mondays, I will be sharing a teaching and Thursdays will be for deep conversations with professionals who are also helping others in the context of wholeness.  Join this movement of mindful believers as we cultivate a holistic approach to health & wellness.  Subscribe to the podcast today and share it with your friends.  Welcome to Life Interconnected!
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11 | 3 Weekly Rhythms to Cultivate Deeper Relationships

Do you long for deeper relationships?  Are you feeling disconnected or lonely?  Left out?  Waiting to be invited?  In this episode, we are diving my 3 favorite weekly rhythms to cultivate deeper relationships.  It's a simple way to consistently connect with people and I'm inviting you to walk with me on this journey of connection this summer, deep, authentic healing connection: within, with others & with God.
Resources:
Onsite Program- communal counseling intensive programs
Friendship Counseling-Jesus' Model for Speaking Life-words to Hurting People
 
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Christian Counselor * Holistic Mental Health * Spiritual Growth * Faith 
Are you in a season where you’re longing for more?  Desiring inner peace?  Perhaps, you know that God is calling you deeper, higher and further than you’ve ever gone before. You are ready for change.  My name is Amber Todd.  I am a Christian Counselor and I believe that you were never meant to live a disconnected, segmented life.
The Life Interconnected Podcast is an intentional space you can come to every week to receive encouragement and a fresh perspective on your internal world.  Mondays, I will be sharing a teaching and Thursdays will be for deep conversations with professionals who are also helping others in the context of wholeness.  Join this movement of mindful believers as we cultivate a holistic approach to health & wellness.  Subscribe to the podcast today and share it with your friends.  Welcome to Life Interconnected!
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10 | Holistic Approach to Postpartum Mental Health with Dr. Christopher Stroud

May is Maternal Mental Health month so today is a special episode because you'll get to hear from Dr. Christopher Stroud, an OBGYN, who I collaborate with to support women and couples in perinatal mental health.  Our approach is both integrative and holistic.  We chat about the physical and mental circumstances that lead to many women and men experiencing the emotional roller coaster of postpartum.  If you are currently pregnant, postpartum or struggled in any way during your early years with baby, this episode is for you!    
 
Do you dream of a peaceful postpartum? Are you a first time parent or had a difficult previous postpartum experience?
Whether you are currently pregnant or postpartum, go from feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, and lonely to feeling confident, supported and prepared with everything you and your partner need to enjoy your baby and experience postpartum peace. My husband, Nate, and I have created an online course called Peaceful Postpartum: Emotional Wellness for Postpartum Parents that includes over 5 hours of content and 28 days of my own personal postpartum video diary as we walk you through everything you need to know to support your emotional health and your marriage during this important season.  You can download a free postpartum planning guide and check out the course at www.peacefulpostpartum.org.  Listen to the episode for a special discount code!
 
Others Resources:
www.postpartum.net 
Lots of resources for perinatal mood disorders, support groups & help for dads too.
www.postpartum.org
Support services & info for the whole family, even dads!You can also text 604-255-7999
The Postnatal Depletion Cure by Oscar Serrallach
The Fourth Trimester by Kimberly Ann Johnson
Nurture by Erica Chidi
 
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Christian Counselor * Holistic Mental Health * Spiritual Growth * Faith 
Are you in a season where you’re longing for more?  Desiring inner peace?  Perhaps, you know that God is calling you deeper, higher and further than you’ve ever gone before. You are ready for change.  My name is Amber Todd.  I am a Christian Counselor and I believe that you were never meant to live a disconnected, segmented life.
The Life Interconnected Podcast is an intentional space you can come to every week to receive encouragement and a fresh perspective on your internal world.  Mondays, I will be sharing a teaching and Thursdays will be for deep conversations with professionals who are also helping others in the context of wholeness.  Join this movement of mindful believers as we cultivate a holistic approach to health & wellness.  Subscribe to the podcast today and share it with your friends.  Welcome to Life Interconnected!
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9 | God Created You for Sabbath and Created Sabbath for You

What is your relationship with rest?  Is it hard for you to slow down?  In this episode, I dive into the weekly rhythm of honoring Sabbath and how we do so in the context of community.  We discuss practical ways to find reprieve from the busyness of life and how God created us to operate out of overflow.  
Resources:
To Hell with the Hustle - by Jefferson Bethke
Breathe Study Journal- Making room for Sabbath by Priscilla Shirer
Take Back your Family- by Jefferson Bethke
 
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Are you in a season where you’re longing for more?  Desiring inner peace?  Perhaps, you know that God is calling you deeper, higher and further than you’ve ever gone before. You are ready for change.  My name is Amber Todd.  I am a Christian Counselor and I believe that you were never meant to live a disconnected, segmented life.
The Life Interconnected Podcast is an intentional space you can come to every week to receive encouragement and a fresh perspective on your internal world.  Mondays, I will be sharing a teaching and Thursdays will be for deep conversations with professionals who are also helping others in the context of wholeness.  Join this movement of mindful believers as we cultivate a holistic approach to health & wellness.  Subscribe to the podcast today and share it with your friends.  Welcome to Life Interconnected!
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8 | How to Consistently Change Automatic Negative Thoughts

Let's explore your automatic negative thoughts.  Where are they coming from & how do you change your thinking?  Today, I'm discussing how to recognize the ways your thinking is impacting your life and practical tips on practicing new thoughts.
Helpful Resources:
I AM app for practicing new thoughts
Join Amber's email list to be the first to know about new growth opportunities
 
Christian Counselor * Holistic Mental Health * Spiritual Growth * Faith 
Are you in a season where you’re longing for more?  Desiring inner peace?  Perhaps, you know that God is calling you deeper, higher and further than you’ve ever gone before. You are ready for change.  My name is Amber Todd.  I am a Christian Counselor and I believe that you were never meant to live a disconnected, segmented life.
The Life Interconnected Podcast is an intentional space you can come to every week to receive encouragement and a fresh perspective on your internal world.  Mondays, I will be sharing a teaching and Thursdays will be for deep conversations with professionals who are also helping others in the context of wholeness.  Join this movement of mindful believers as we cultivate a holistic approach to health & wellness.  Subscribe to the podcast today and share it with your friends.  Welcome to Life Interconnected!
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7 | How to Strengthen Your Faith & Make Connections Between the Natural & the Spiritual with Rob Stoppard

How are the natural and spiritual realms connected?  Today, I'm chatting with life coach, church consultant and former pastor, Rob Stoppard. We discuss practical ways to strengthen your faith and hear from the Holy Spirit.  You will walk away with practical ways to cultivate intimacy with God.  
Resources from Rob Stoppard:
Convergenz: Where Faith & Destiny Meet
Destiny Unlimited International
Elijah House School of Inner Healing
Follow Rob on IG: @robstop
Join his FB group
Are you enjoying Life Interconnected?  Join this mindful movement of believers & receive weekly encouragement from Amber: https://www.ambertodd.org/connect
Christian Counselor * Holistic Mental Health * Spiritual Growth * Faith 
Are you in a season where you’re longing for more?  Desiring inner peace?  Perhaps, you know that God is calling you deeper, higher and further than you’ve ever gone before. You are ready for change.  My name is Amber Todd.  I am a Christian Counselor and I believe that you were never meant to live a disconnected, segmented life.
The Life Interconnected Podcast is an intentional space you can come to every week to receive encouragement and a fresh perspective on your internal world.  Mondays, I will be sharing a teaching and Thursdays will be for deep conversations with professionals who are also helping others in the context of wholeness.  Join this movement of mindful believers as we cultivate a holistic approach to health & wellness.  Subscribe to the podcast today and share it with your friends.  Welcome to Life Interconnected!
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6 | How Our Spiritual Health Impacts Our Mind & Body

In today's episode, I'm addressing how to nourish and encourage your spirit.  We'll discuss how God designed our spiritual lives to be interconnected to our mental & emotional health.  You will walk away with some important reflection questions on the state of your spiritual health and how to take the next step. 
Resources for spiritual growth & rest:
The Celebration of Discipline: The Path to Spiritual Growth  
The Bible Recap: Daily Bible Reading & Encouraging Podcast about how to see God's heart through Scripture
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to stay Emotionally Health and Spiritually Alive in the chaos of the Modern World
Soultime: Christian Meditation
Amber's Pulse Check Tool
 
Are you enjoying Life Interconnected?  Join this mindful movement of believers & receive weekly encouragement from Amber: https://www.ambertodd.org/connect
Christian Counselor * Holistic Mental Health * Spiritual Growth * Faith 
Are you in a season where you’re longing for more?  Desiring inner peace?  Perhaps, you know that God is calling you deeper, higher and further than you’ve ever gone before. You are ready for change.  My name is Amber Todd.  I am a Christian Counselor and I believe that you were never meant to live a disconnected, segmented life.
The Life Interconnected Podcast is an intentional space you can come to every week to receive encouragement and a fresh perspective on your internal world.  Mondays, I will be sharing a teaching and Thursdays will be for deep conversations with professionals who are also helping others in the context of wholeness.  Join this movement of mindful believers as we cultivate a holistic approach to health & wellness.  Subscribe to the podcast today and share it with your friends.  Welcome to Life Interconnected!
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