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    The Guide to Mindful Conservation: Dancing in Pink Hiking Boots

    This podcast is for professionals in the conservation practitioners or citizen scientists. Trying to save the environment and its species can be challenging, frustrating, stressful and depressing-how do we cope with this? Join Dr. Scarlett Smash, an environmental science/marine conservation scientist and yogi practitioner on a journey of self-care. It is important to becoming a mindful conservationist, connecting conservation and holistic healing to provoke and awaken a wholeness in one’s self which leads to sustainable happiness and efficiency. Podcast Creator, Executive Producer, Host, Editor: Dr. Ashley Scarlett
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    Episodes (56)

    Going to Therapy in Grad School

    Going to Therapy in Grad School

    The stress that comes with Graduate School can be tough. Dr. Scarlett Smash and Fancy Scientist Stephan Schuttler share their person experiences in therapy and what they learned to help deal with anxiety and toxic thoughts.

     

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    Dr. Stephanie Schüttler @FancyScientist

     

    Podcast music by:

    TITLE: “India's Mantra”
    PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI)

     

    Behavioral Change in Conservation

    Behavioral Change in Conservation

    Social science and behavioral change are essential for successful conservation results, but how do we do so mindfully. What is the key component behind mindful behavioral change efforts? Dr. Scarlett Smash, and Marine Biologist, Divina Lade share the secret in this episode.

     
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    Podcast music by:

    TITLE: “India's Mantra”
    PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI)

     

    Dealing with the Imposter Syndrome

    Dealing with the Imposter Syndrome

    Do you feel like a fake or a phony? Well, a large percentage of the population is dealing with the same problem of the imposter syndrome, and it can rob us of experiences we deserve. Guest Fancy Scientist Dr. Stephanie Schuttler and Dr. Scarlett Smash share their experiences with imposter syndrome and how they came to deal with it. 

     

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    Podcast music by:

    TITLE: “India's Mantra”
    PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI)

    Colonialism in Conservation

    Colonialism in Conservation

    For us to be successful conservationists we must be mindful with our actions when working in other countries. Dr. Scarlett Smash and guest Ocean Soul scientist Nikita Shiel-Rolle discuss colonialism in conservation and how we must develop self-awareness, and meaningful relationships with the local communities. 

     

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    Guest Nikita Shiel-Rolle @CatIslandKita

     

    Podcast music by:

    TITLE: “India's Mantra”
    PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI)

     

    The "Yes Man" Culture, EGOs, and Competition

    The "Yes Man" Culture, EGOs, and Competition

    Guest Alicia Amerson and Dr. Scarlett Smash go on a mindful rant about the "Yes Man" mindset. Is it healthy? Why are all these small NGOs competing with each other? How do we set healthy boundaries and not be taken for granted? Being aware of our surroundings and what is being asked of us is important for a healthy life and career. 

     

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    Alicia Amerson - https://www.projectsforwildlife.com

     

    Podcast music by:

    TITLE: “India's Mantra”
    PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI)

    Finding Joy

    Finding Joy

    Happy Conservationists = Happy Conservation! It is so important to cultivate joy in our lives. Dr. Scarlett Smash and guest Alicia Amerson discuss how they work on the pursuit of joy in their daily lives, and how they protect themselves from emotional vampires.

     

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    Alicia Amerson - https://www.projectsforwildlife.com

     

    Podcast music by:

    TITLE: “India's Mantra”
    PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI)

    Using Nature to Heal Traumatic Experiences

    Using Nature to Heal Traumatic Experiences

    Brave and courageous guest Chelsea Gray tells Dr. Scarlett Smash about her healing journey from a traumatic experience (sexual assault) during graduate school. Her story about the healing power of nature is so moving and uplifting that it made Dr. Scarlett Smash's heart sing with happiness. She is a true inspiration for all!

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    Podcast music by:

    TITLE: “India's Mantra”
    PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI)

    Graduate School in Conservation and Sciences

    Graduate School in Conservation and Sciences

    Dr. Scarlett Smash speaks to guest Chelsea Gray an environmental conservation science graduate student about what are some of the cultural stresses with grad school and how to deal with it mindfully and lovingly. This is the advice Dr. Scarlett Smash wishes she received before applying to graduate school and was given during it.

     

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    Chelsea Gray @DivingWSharks

    Podcast music by:

    TITLE: “India's Mantra”
    PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI)

    Today is your Destiny

    Today is your Destiny

    Always looking into the future can be overwhelming. This happens to us all.  Dr. Scarlett Smash shares her own personal self-peptalk that she uses to help reconnect her back to the present moment and to cultivate inner strength, self-compassion, self-love, and motivation. 

     

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    Podcast music by:

    TITLE: “India's Mantra”
    PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI)

    Confidence Through Unemployment and Job Searching

    Confidence Through Unemployment and Job Searching

    Dr. Scarlett Smash and guest Dr. Chris Parsons talk about the pains that come with unemployment. They share their personal experiences of downs when job searching, and how they kept their spirits up and strong during this difficult time.

     

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    Dr Chris Parson @EcmParsons

    Podcast music by:

    TITLE: “India's Mantra”
    PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI)

     

    Volunteering in the Conservation Science Field

    Volunteering in the Conservation Science Field

    Many want-to-be conservationists start their career by volunteering. Or maybe you are just someone who wants to help an organisation by volunteering? However there are many organisations that exploit volunteers. It is important to know what you are getting yourself into when volunteering and it is important to know your rights and your value as a volunteer 

     

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    TITLE: “India's Mantra”
    PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI)

    Science is the new Hollywood

    Science is the new Hollywood

    Could the science field be becoming like Hollywood? Is it filled with territoriality, competition and ego? Is this compromising conservation? The science culture and Hollywood are compared.  

     

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    Podcast music by:

    TITLE: “India's Mantra”
    PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI)

     



    Intro to Mindful Conservation: Dancing in Pink Hiking Boots Pt.2

    Intro to Mindful Conservation: Dancing in Pink Hiking Boots Pt.2

    Dr. Scarlett Smash explains more about what this podcast can offer, why the podcast is named "dancing in pink hiking boots", and why you should keep an open mind 

     

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    Podcast music by:

    TITLE: “India's Mantra”
    PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI)

    Dancing in Pink Hiking Boots Pt.1

    Dancing in Pink Hiking Boots Pt.1

    Dr. Scarlett Smash gives a brief explanation of what Mindful Conservation is and what this podcast can do for you.

     

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    Podcast music by:

    TITLE: “India's Mantra”
    PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI)

    Podcast Host Dr. Ashley Scarlett

    Podcast Creator, Producer& Editor: Dr. Ashley Scarlett & Absolutely Smashing Events and Consulting llc