#peace

The more we become aware of the role our early life experiences played in shaping us relationally, the more equipped we are to shift some of those patterns and behaviors that are creating challenges for us in our relationships. Avoidant attachment is an insecure attachment style that develops when a child's needs are ignored, dismissed and/or emotional expression is discouraged or even punished. In turn, they learn to depend on themselves and remain emotionally distant from others as a protective mechanism and a learned behavior. 

The good news is that this attachment style is not a life-sentence. Through self-awareness, and practicing a few strategies that we talk about in this episode, anyone who with this relational pattern can begin to draw closer to others and feel more confident about their own emotional expression. Tune in to hear more! 

Also, if you'd like to share feedback on this episode or this podcast or would like to request prayer, please reach out to connect@freefilledfavored.com. 

As always, you do not walk this path alone. I am walking right alongside you, as well as the rest of the Freed Up Friends.  Don't forget...God loves you! I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!

Peace & Wellness,

Tina L. Robertson, LCSW-S
Freed Up Host 

Special EPISODE: for our very first podcast in English we interview a special guest...Leo, aka my son, who's going to give us a prospective on how Gen Zs see their "first" major war, how engaged they are, and what are the issues most at heart for them. 

We are going to dig deeper on an issue particularly at heart for this younger generation: how different people treat different war refugees in Europe and America. 

Don't miss this episode and, if you like it, subscribe to the podcast and download the other episodes on your favorite app, you can find us under the key words "Vera America" 

Buon ascolto! 

Real America, il podcast su tutto ciò che è America per gli Italiani in giro per il mondo!

Our earliest life experiences imprinted us with much of our relational wiring.  Anxious attachment is an insecure attachment style that develops when a child's needs are not met consistently and in turn, they may feel unworthy of love; and as they enter into adult relationships, they may exhibit high levels of insecurity and emotional neediness. The good news is that if this describes you, you can understand the "whys" behind this attachment pattern and some basic strategies for shifting these behaviors into more regulated actions that will lead to healthier interactions. Interested?  Great! Then listen in to this episode.

Also, if you'd like to share feedback on this episode or this podcast or would like to request prayer, please reach out to connect@freefilledfavored.com. 

As always, you do not walk this path alone. I am walking right alongside you, as well as the rest of the Freed Up Friends.  Don't forget...God loves you! I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!

Peace & Wellness,

Tina L. Robertson, LCSW-S
Freed Up Host 

So much talk about self-love these days. Did you know there is a divine order for love? And it affects how we are to live in relationship with others. This episode with Dr. Rose breaks it down along with how we grow closer to God and connect in relationship with Him, first.
You'll be so glad you listened to this one!

Please let us know what you think about this and our last podcast on understanding attachment by emailing us at: connect@freefilledfavored.com.

Remember you do not walk this path alone. I am walking right alongside you, along with the rest of the Freed Up friends. Don't forget...God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!

Peace & Wellness,

Tina Robertson, LCSW-S
Podcast host 

Attachment is the  process by which we relate and connect to others. To help us understand this clinical theory in layman's terms, Dr. Rose explains this process and gives examples of how this looks in our earliest life experiences and carries over into our adult relationships. 
If you want to truly understand your relationship interactions better, this episode is a must for you to hear!

If you have questions about this content or any other episodes on Freed Up--or want to share feedback or requests for topics to cover please contact us at: connect@freefilledfavored.com.

The Still Face Experiment video mentioned in the episode an be found on this link: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTTSXc6sARg

Remember, you do not walk this path alone. I am walking right alongside you, as well as the rest of the Freed Up friends Don't forget...God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!

Peace & Wellness,

Tina Robertson, LCSW-S
Freed Up host

This episode unpacks one of the many popular phrases and thoughts that seem to be floating around various social media platforms as it relates to mental health.  Sometimes, well intentioned memes and posts find their way into our feeds each day that might sound good, but are they real (accurate) or nah? Listen in to this episode as we dive deep into one of the more popular statements making its round. 

Remember, you do not walk your mental health and faith path alone. I am walking right alongside you as well as the rest of Freed Up's friends. God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!

Peace & Wellness,

Tina
Freed Up Podcast host

Listen in to this episode as we talk about HOW to invest in your mental health throughout this year! We're doing it wisely, wholly, expectantly and consistently. Tune in to find out the details!

For additional resources to support your path to getting freed up, please visit our website: www.freefilledfavored.com. To offer feedback, ask questions or submit a prayer request, you can reach us via our email: connect@freefilledfavored.com. 

And remember, you do not walk this path alone. I am walking right alongside you, as well as the rest of the Freed Up friends. God loves you! I love you! Make sure you take care of YOU!

Peace & Wellness,

Tina L. Robertson, LCSW-S 
Freed Up Host

Freed Up is all goals, okay? We're ready to invest in our growth, our change 2022 style--we're getting freed up in our spiritual and mental health. Listen in:) 
And by the way, Happy New Year!

You can reach us and share feedback, ask questions or request prayer at:
connect@freefilledfavored.com.  To learn more about resources for support visit www.freefilledfavored.com.


Peace and Wellness, 

Tina L. Robertson, LCSW-S
Freed Up Host

What would our lives be like without Jesus Christ? Have you ever pondered this question? 

Russell Nelson taught,  

The more you learn about the Savior, the easier it will be to trust in His mercy, His infinite love, and His strengthening, healing, and redeeming power. Your growing faith in Him will move mountains—not the mountains of rock that beautify the earth but the mountains of misery in your lives. Your flourishing faith will help you turn challenges into unparalleled growth and opportunity.”

Our guest, Jacob Cochran, will help us understand our need for a Savior so that it will be easier to trust Him and grow the faith we desperately need to move the mountains of difficulty in our lives.

Join us on Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/findingjoyandpeacepodcast 
Join us on our Website:  findingjoyandpeace.com 

#comeuntochrist, #findingjoyandpeace

Releasing those areas in our lives that hold us back from our best selves requires individual work, no doubt; but it also necessitates accountability which is often found through community. In this episode, Freed Up Host Tina Robertson transparently shares about the areas in her life that have affected her spiritual, mental and emotional health this year and over time. Her hope is that it might encourage you as you continue on your path to getting 'freed up'...truly, the path forward is all in the release! 

Tina mentioned some Bible verses that might be useful for you. They are:
Proverbs 3:5-6
Psalm 46;10
Psalm 118:17
Zechariah 4:6

Mental Health Strategies discussed:
Self-Compassion
Gratitude Journaling
Nervous System Regulation

If you have questions about this episode or any others on Freed Up or want more information or resources, please reach out to: connect@freefilledfavored.com. 

And remember, you do not walk this path alone. I am walking right alongside you as well as the rest of the Freed Up community. God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!

God's Best,

Tina L. Robertson, LCSW-S
Freed Up Host

Gratitude is not just a spiritually rewarding practice, but it also has tremendous mental health benefits as well. Tis the season...so often we move too quickly from Halloween to Christmas. Gratitude really is in season, not just during Thanksgiving but all year long as a mental health practice, but most of all, as an offering to God who deserves all of our thanks and praise. 

Happy Thanksgiving to your, Freed Up family! I am thankful for each one of you who faithfully supports this podcast. Most of all, I am thankful to God for his goodness and grace that allows this podcast to continue to exist. Be safe this holiday season and be sure to stay locked in for more episodes to come.

God's Best,

Tina L. Robertson, LCSW-S
Freed Up podcast Host 

Is it really possible to give thanks in all our circumstances? What about the times when everything seems to be going wrong in our lives? 

Dieter Uchtdorf explained that, 

“Being grateful in times of distress does not mean we are pleased with our circumstances. It does mean that through the eyes of faith we look beyond our present-day challenges.”

“True gratitude is an expression of hope and testimony. It comes from acknowledging that we do not always understand the trials of life but trusting that one day we will.”

Our guest today, Lori Marett, will share her experience of losing her husband to a terminal illness and how gratitude helped her feel God’s love and peace in the midst of her afflictions.  

Stay with us I believe you will be inspired

This episode gives us a glimpse  some major risk factors that contribute to trauma. The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) study is an amazing resource for digging deeper into why the trauma we are carrying in our present still affects us even though it happened in our distant pasts. Many of the experiences that still wreak mental and emotional havoc in our lives happened in our earliest life experiences. When we understand more about what affects us and why, we are more equipped to press into our healing and learn to live our best lives despite the worst of circumstances that affected us early on.  This episode is a great educational tool for moving toward stronger mental health. Happy listening! 

If you have any questions related to this episode or any others you have heard on Freed Up, please reach out to us at: connect@freefilledfavored.com.  We are here to help you any way we can.

Remember, you do not walk this path alone. I am walking right alongside you...as well as the rest of the Freed Up friends and family.  Always know this--God loves you! I love you! And make sure you take care of YOU!

Elizabeth Paras reviews the keys to being successful at orgainzing and shares how to keep going on your goal of having an orderly home whether or not you feel supported.

1. Decluttering

2. Being aware of how you best organize

3. Stay Inspired to Make Improvements

4. Consistantly work on getting rid of the different forms of clutter by being aware of where you are cluttered

5. Get Physical Support

6. Repeat your vision/dream/goal

7. Share ideas, vision and support with those who may struggle with order

8. Be spiritually minded (meditate, pray, visualize), open self up to help and be greatful for the good that is coming

• Join our free fun Facebook group to help give you support, accountability and inspiration to help you declutter, organize and beautify your home...Join us on Facebook at "In Order to Thrive". (This facebook group was previously named "Order in October")* 

Join our "Order in October" Facebook Group and get helpful tips, accountability and learn from others!

Traumatic and painful experiences that occur over the course of our lives can make us feel unloved and unworthy of receiving love. This episode is a reminder of what truly is our greatest need for healing...LOVE! And there is no greater love than the unconditional, unrelenting love of God.
When it's all said and done...love really is what the world needs now to cure what spiritually and emotionally ails us. Throughout my own healing journey that continues every day, I've realized...it's the LOVE for me. What about you? 

Please let us know what you think about this episode. We would love to hear from you. 
And if we can pray for you or assist you with resources for mental health services,  let us know by contacting us at: connect@freefilledfavored.com.

Remember, you do not walk this path alone. I am walking right alongside you as well as the rest of the Freed Up family. God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!

God's Best to you,

Tina L. Robertson, LCSW-S
Freed Up podcast host

Families are such a pivotal part of the recovery process. Yet, often loved ones struggle with how to support a family member of a friend who is in recovery to overcome addiction. Listen in to the second part of our conversation with Gina, an addiction and recovery expert as she shares the foundational strategies for family intervention support. You might just be surprised to hear what those area. Get locked in to this one! Super good stuff here!

If you have questions about recovery or addiction and  want know more details about interventions,  please reach out to Gina directly at: gfears@paceindy.org.
Of course, you can always reach out to us to learn more about Freed Up and how you can access other services for mental health support:  connect@freefilledfavored.com.

Important website and resources for those who need support for themselves or for loved ones:
- SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.  SAMHSA's National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
TTY: 1-800-487-4889
samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

Substance Use Treatment Locator
findtreatment.gov

Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator
findtreatment.samhsa.gov

-Faces and Voices of Recovery
https://rm.facesandvoicesofrecovery.org/

And always remember, you don't walk this path alone. I am walking right alongside you, as well as the rest of the Freed Up family.  God loves you! I love you! And make sure you take care of YOU!

God's Best,
 
Tina L. Robertson, LCSW-S
Freed Up Podcast host

September is  National Recovery Month and Freed Up is raising awareness and sharing important approaches and strategies for support because we strongly believe in this year's national recovery theme: “Recovery is for Everyone: Every Person, Every Family, Every Community”.   That means recovery is for YOU and ME!
Listen in to this episode, which is the first part of two segments, where Gina, an Assistant Director of Recovery & Community Services and a peer-to-peer coach trainer, provides personal and professional insight into why we need a  focus on recovery as a part of the mental health conversation and what we need to know and do to ensure we're moving the needle in this area. Tune into this one and be ready to pass it on to others...somebody else you know needs to hear this one too!

If you have questions about recovery or addiction and  want know more details about interventions,  please reach out to Gina directly at: gfears@paceindy.org.
Of course, you can always reach out to us to learn more about Freed Up and how you can access other services for mental health support:  connect@freefilledfavored.com.

And always remember, you don't walk this path alone. I am walking right alongside you, as well as the rest of the Freed Up family.  God loves you! I love you! And make sure you take care of YOU!

God's Best,
 
Tina L. Robertson, LCSW-S
Freed Up Podcast host

September is National Suicide Prevention Month and Freed Up is raising awareness about suicide and suicide prevention. Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for people ages 10-34 years old (National Alliance on Mental Health).   Together, we can combat this challenging mental health issue and reduce the stigma surrounding it by dispelling the myths and learning the facts as well as becoming armed with prevention strategies to help those those who are in severe emotional distress.  Tune in to to learn more. 

If you have any questions or need prayer or specific support, please reach out to us at: connect@freefilledfavored.com. If you or someone you know is in immediate suicidal crisis, please reach out to the National Suicide Hotline at: 1-800-273-TALK or text 741741 for assistance. 

These website will offer you additional information on this subject matter, should you desire to learn more: 

www.sprc.org
https://www.nami.org/About-Mental-Illness/Common-with-Mental-Illness/Risk-of-Suicide
https://www.cdc.gov/suicide/
www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org

As always, remember...you do not walk this path alone. I am walking right alongside you, as well as the rest of the Freed Up family. God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!

God's Best,
Tina L. Robertson, LCSW-S
Freed Up podcast host

Are You Being Gentle With Your Mental Podcast Season 3
[ Activism Through The Arts ] | Episode 4 you will discover Benjamin Stokes an Australian Entrepreneur who discusses:

- Honoring yourself + Celebrating yourself
- The influence of peers and having appreciation  for others
- Music has a big impact on our lives
- Don't be ashamed to fail
- Being a Founder and creating meaningful connections
- Acts of kindness & creating a better world

Website: https://socialtable.co
Email: ben@socialtable.co
Linkden: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bpstokes/

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Experiencing trauma can make us feel like our lives won't get any better. But the truth is, life can still lived to its fullest, in light of and in spite of the trauma. Yes, it's hard. But it's absolutely possible. This episode hosts Freed Up Friend, Alicia, as she shares her journey in becoming freed up from back-to-back traumatic events,  to embrace the life God has designed for her. She calls it "a beautiful life".
I promise this is a testimony you don't want to miss out on hearing! It will inspire you and encourage you to release the weight of the pain you're holding on to and reach out to accept the gift of life in front of you!

As always, Freed Up would love for you to share your story with us. If you'd like to do so--or if you need prayer as you are walking through a difficult part of your journey--please reach out to us via our email: connect@freefilledfavored.com

Remember, you do not walk this path alone. I am walking right alongside you, just as the rest of the Freed Up family. God loves you! I love you! And make sure you take care of YOU!

God's best,
Tina Robertson, LCSW-S
Freed Up podcast host