One Quiet Voice (Dr. Amra Stafford)

Welcome to One Quiet Voice!

In this first episode, I introduce myself and my intentions for this podcast:

• I'm a clinical psychologist and a lifelong spiritual seeker. I discuss being an empath and a "sensitive".
• We live in turbulent times. How can we navigate them without burning out or going negative? How can turbulence actually create needed change?
• One of the topics I most care about is how to set boundaries and stay true to what our inner voice - which we all have - is telling us.
• The podcast will also feature some of the psychological and psycho-spiritual topics I most often talk about in my work that, in my opinion, are true for nearly everyone. 

If you enjoy this podcast, please consider leaving a positive review so others can find it!

This podcast is not a replacement for actual psychotherapy. It is intended to inspire and entertain. If you need help for depression, anxiety, trauma or anything else, see my article, "How To Choose A Therapist" for guidance. If you are in crisis, the new national, mental health emergency telephone number is 988. 

My website is dramrastafford.com.

Theme music is "Sweet Home" by Alfredo Serta. 

In this "Soapbox Psychology" episode, I discuss anxiety and some of the "archetypes" or patterns to how people experience and use this uncomfortable emotion.

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If you are experiencing domestic violence or feel that you're in danger, here are some resources for safety:

• The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or TTY 1-800-787-3224) is open 24/7 and is anonymous. Their website says that the hotline is for anyone involved in or concerned about abusive dynamics in a relationship: "Some people who reach out to us identify as survivors of abuse, some as concerned friends or family members, and some as abusive partners seeking to change themselves."
• The 988 Lifeline is "a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States." Simply dial 988 from any phone.

This podcast is not a replacement for actual psychotherapy. It is intended to inspire and entertain. If you need help for depression, anxiety, trauma or anything else, see my article, "How To Choose A Therapist" for guidance. If you are in crisis, the new national, mental health emergency telephone number is 988.

My website is dramrastafford.com.

Audio-engineering by Chris Graber: diyecoguy.com

Theme music is "Sweet Home" by Alfredo Serta.

This episode has been approved by Astrid The Greyhound.

In this episode, I discuss synchronicity, or "meaningful coincidence," and how much you matter, even if you don't know it! I read from my essay, "How My 'Failure' Changed The World: The Power of Sensitivity, Writing, and Synchronicity." 

If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a positive review so others can find it!

Some resources for depression:

• The 988 Lifeline is “a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States.” Simply dial 988 from any phone.
• As a psychologist, I obviously believe in the power of psychotherapy! You can read my article on how to find therapist for additional resources and considerations.
• NAMI “works to educate, support, advocate, listen and lead to improve the lives of people with mental illness and their loved ones.”

This podcast is not a replacement for actual psychotherapy. It is intended to inspire and entertain. If you need help for depression, anxiety, trauma or anything else, see my article, "How To Choose A Therapist" for guidance. If you are in crisis, the new national, mental health emergency telephone number is 988.

My website is dramrastafford.com.

Audio-engineering by Chris Graber: diyecoguy.com

Theme music is "Sweet Home" by Alfredo Serta.

This episode has been approved by Astrid The Greyhound.

In this episode, I lay out how political TV ads work on our minds and nervous systems, and how to protect yourself while still staying informed.

Politifact can be found at: https://www.politifact.com/

If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a positive review so others can find it!

This podcast is not a replacement for actual psychotherapy. It is intended to inspire and entertain. If you need help for depression, anxiety, trauma or anything else, see my article, "How To Choose A Therapist" for guidance. If you are in crisis, the new national, mental health emergency telephone number is 988.

My website is dramrastafford.com.

Audio-engineering by Chris Graber: diyecoguy.com

Theme music is "Sweet Home" by Alfredo Serta.

This episode has been approved by Astrid The Greyhound 🐾

In this episode, I discuss how (and why) I'm finding ways to feel empowered, take care of myself, and sow seeds of civility among differences right before a divisive national election in the U.S. 

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More on vulnerability and the rest of Brené Brown's work can be found at: https://brenebrown.com/

This podcast is not a replacement for actual psychotherapy. It is intended to inspire and entertain. If you need help for depression, anxiety, trauma or anything else, see my article, "How To Choose A Therapist" for guidance. If you are in crisis, the new national, mental health emergency telephone number is 988.

This episode is dedicated to the memory of Paula Garb, Ph.D.

My website is dramrastafford.com.

Audio-engineering by Chris Graber: diyecoguy.com

Theme music is "Sweet Home" by Alfredo Serta.

This episode has been approved by Astrid The Greyhound 🐾

This is a "Soapbox Psychology" episode on the power of calling "Do over!" -- for adults!

If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a positive review so others can find it!

This podcast is not a replacement for actual psychotherapy. It is intended to inspire and entertain. If you need help for depression, anxiety, trauma or anything else, see my article, "How To Choose A Therapist" for guidance. If you are in crisis, the new national, mental health emergency telephone number is 988.

My website is dramrastafford.com.

Audio-engineering by Chris Graber: diyecoguy.com

Theme music is "Sweet Home" by Alfredo Serta.

This episode has been approved by Astrid The Greyhound 🐾

This episode looks at the purpose of Dark Nights of the Soul -- and how to move through them -- drawing from the work of spiritual teacher, Jamie Sams, and my psychotherapy practice.

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Books and resources by Jamie Sams in Goodreads and on Amazon.  (Jamie Sams' website no longer appears to be working following her passing.)

Eckhart on Dark Nights of the Soul

This podcast is not a replacement for actual psychotherapy. It is intended to inspire and entertain. If you need help for depression, anxiety, trauma or anything else, see my article, "How To Choose A Therapist" for guidance. If you are in crisis, the new national, mental health emergency telephone number is 988.

My website is dramrastafford.com.

Audio-engineering by Chris Graber: diyecoguy.com

Theme music is "Sweet Home" by Alfredo Serta.

This episode has been approved by Astrid The Greyhound 🐾

On this episode of One Quiet Voice, we'll talk about energy medicine and how it might help anxiety, looking specifically at flower essences, making tea into energy medicine, and earthing/grounding (including a special grounding exercise!)

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The definition of homeopathy referenced in this episode can be found on the Boiron website: https://www.boironusa.com/trainings/about-homeopathy/

Information about Dr. Edward Bach, the creation of flower essences, and Bach's 38 original remedies can be found at:

https://www.bachcentre.com/en/about-us/history/dr-bach/

https://www.bachcentre.com/en/remedies/the-38-remedies/quick-reference-guide/

For information on Asia Suler, her classes, book, and flower essences, see her website: asiasuler.com

 This podcast is not a replacement for actual psychotherapy. It is intended to inspire and entertain. If you need help for depression, anxiety, trauma or anything else, see my article, "How To Choose A Therapist" for guidance. If you are in crisis, the new national, mental health emergency telephone number is 988.

My website is dramrastafford.com.

Audio-engineering by Chris Graber: diyecoguy.com

Theme music is "Sweet Home" by Alfredo Serta.

This episode has been approved by Astrid The Greyhound 🐾

On this episode of One Quiet Voice, we'll consider the psychology behind why we seek out spooky and scary experiences during Halloween. 

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Halloween around the world:  https://www.timeout.com/things-to-do/this-is-what-halloween-looks-like-around-the-world

Fet Gede: https://visithaiti.com/festivals-events/fet-gede-haitian-day-of-the-dead/

Oxytocin and fear: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/11/141113110014.htm#google_vignette

This podcast is not a replacement for actual psychotherapy. It is intended to inspire and entertain. If you need help for depression, anxiety, trauma or anything else, see my article, "How To Choose A Therapist" for guidance. If you are in crisis, the new national, mental health emergency telephone number is 988.

My website is dramrastafford.com.

Audio-engineering by Chris Graber: diyecoguy.com

Theme music is "Sweet Home" by Alfredo Serta.

This episode has been approved by Astrid The Greyhound 🐾

What is true safety and how do we create it? It's a question I'm hearing a lot lately. In this episode, I'll discuss my views on what safety actually means when life can feels uncertain, unpredictable, and even dangerous.

If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a positive review so others can find it! 

This podcast is not a replacement for actual psychotherapy. It is intended to inspire and entertain. If you need help for depression, anxiety, trauma or anything else, see my article, "How To Choose A Therapist" for guidance. If you are in crisis, the new national, mental health emergency telephone number is 988.

My website is dramrastafford.com.

Audio-engineering by Chris Graber: diyecoguy.com

Theme music is "Sweet Home" by Alfredo Serta.

This episode has been approved by Astrid The Greyhound 🐾

This episode explores self care and how to have a voice amidst the dramatic changes happening in the world right now.

If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a positive review so others can find it.

This podcast is not a replacement for actual psychotherapy. It is intended to inspire and entertain. If you need help for depression, anxiety, trauma or anything else, see my article, "How To Choose A Therapist" for guidance. If you are in crisis, the new national, mental health emergency telephone number is 988.

My website is dramrastafford.com.

Audio-engineering is provided by Chris Graber: diyecoguy.com

The intro theme song is "Sweet Home" by Alfredo Serta.

This episode has been approved by Astrid The Greyhound 🐾