Naturally Strong Podcast

About Naturally Strong Podcast

This podcast focuses on educating individuals and groups to connect to the strengths they already have to work for themselves and their lives.

Publisher

Kameron Nelson

Category

education · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

11 Jul 2023

Latest episode

9 May 2025

Latest episodes

10 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   9 May 2025

   PERMA - Engagement

   We want to thank you for your patience as it’s been a very crazy, busy year and we’ve missed you all. We hopefully will be able to start uploading again more consistently! This episode is dedicated to Dr. Michael Havens, who just retired after his time at MSU-Billings. He is certainly a special man and educator, who has touched many lives, he will be sorely missed as he goes into the next chapter of his life. This is the last episode of our PERMA series with our very special guest, Dr. Havens! While learning about Engagement, how it affects our lives, and how we can find our balance, you can hear his unique perspective from his experience in psychology, research, and education. Website and Social Media: https://naturallystrongmt.com (https://naturallystrongmt.com) https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/ (https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/) https://www.facebook.com/CenterforWellbeingMT (https://www.facebook.com/CenterforWellbeingMT) References: Seligman, M. (2012) Flourish. Simon & Schuster. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11482-018-9695-z#:~:text=Thus%2C%20whereas%20strengths%20such%20as,with%20pleasure%2C%20teamwork%20with%20positive (https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11482-018-9695-z#:~:text=Thus%2C%20whereas%20strengths%20such%20as,with%20pleasure%2C%20teamwork%20with%20positive)

2. 

   6 Jun 2024

   PERMA - Positive Emotions

   In today's episode learn about positive emotions and ways we can use activities to cultivate those positive emotions. Website and Social Media: https://naturallystrongmt.com/ (https://naturallystrongmt.com/) https://www.facebook.com/CenterforWellbeingMT/ (https://www.facebook.com/CenterforWellbeingMT/) https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/ (https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/) References: Seligman, M. (2012) Flourish. Simon & Schuster. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3122271/#:~:text=The%20broaden%2Dand%2Dbuild%20theory%20posits%20that%20experiences%20of%20positive,to%20social%20and%20psychological%20resources (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3122271/#:~:text=The%20broaden%2Dand%2Dbuild%20theory%20posits%20that%20experiences%20of%20positive,to%20social%20and%20psychological%20resources). https://www.jstor.org/stable/41038601 (https://www.jstor.org/stable/41038601) Cheavens, J.S., & Feldman, D.B. (2021). The Science and Application of Positive Psychology. Cambridge University Press. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2908186/#:~:text=A%20core%20principle%20of%20the,the%20neural%20circuitry%20of%20emotions (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2908186/#:~:text=A%20core%20principle%20of%20the,the%20neural%20circuitry%20of%20emotions). https://dbtselfhelp.com/increasing-positive-emotions-3/ (https://dbtselfhelp.com/increasing-positive-emotions-3/) https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/behavior/the-psychology-of-hedonic-adaptation-what-you-should-know-about-it/ (https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/behavior/the-psychology-of-hedonic-adaptation-what-you-should-know-about-it/)

3. 

   21 Apr 2024

   PERMA - Accomplishment

   In this episode of Naturally Strong learn about accomplishments, "good" and "bad" goals, and tips on for your accomplishments. Website and Social Media: https://naturallystrongmt.com/ (https://naturallystrongmt.com/) https://www.facebook.com/CenterforWellbeingMT/ (https://www.facebook.com/CenterforWellbeingMT/) https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/ (https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/) References: Seligman, M. (2012) Flourish. Simon & Schuster. https://www.viacharacter.org/research/findings/character-strengths-and-achievement (https://www.viacharacter.org/research/findings/character-strengths-and-achievement)

4. 

   19 Feb 2024

   PERMA - Relationships

   There are many types of relationships and all of them can use improvement and work. Learn how to just that and more in today's episode! Website and Social Media: https://naturallystrongmt.com/ (https://naturallystrongmt.com/) https://www.facebook.com/CenterforWellbeingMT/ https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/ (https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/) References: Seligman, M. (2012) Flourish. Simon & Schuster. https://positivepsychology.com/perma-model/#:~:text=Relationships%20in%20the%20PERMA%20model,particularly%20important%20as%20we%20age (https://positivepsychology.com/perma-model/#:~:text=Relationships%20in%20the%20PERMA%20model,particularly%20important%20as%20we%20age). https://www.viacharacter.org/research/findings/character-strengths-and-positive-relationships (https://www.viacharacter.org/research/findings/character-strengths-and-positive-relationships)

5. 

   23 Jan 2024

   PERMA - Meaning

   Learn about the aspect of meaning in PERMA, a positive psychology model and all that it can bring to your life, in today's episode! Website and Social Media: https://naturallystrongmt.com/ (https://naturallystrongmt.com/) https://www.facebook.com/CenterforWellbeingMT/ (https://www.facebook.com/CenterforWellbeingMT/) https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/ (https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/) References: https://www.viacharacter.org/topics/articles/research-backed-strategies-to-help-you-flourish (https://www.viacharacter.org/topics/articles/research-backed-strategies-to-help-you-flourish) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9607835/#:~:text=The%20PERMA%20model%20was%20introduced,%2C%20and%20Accomplishment%20(PERMA) (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9607835/#:~:text=The%20PERMA%20model%20was%20introduced,%2C%20and%20Accomplishment%20(PERMA)). https://www.viacharacter.org/topics/articles/find-meaning-everyday-with-these-3-strengths (https://www.viacharacter.org/topics/articles/find-meaning-everyday-with-these-3-strengths) https://www.viacharacter.org/resources/activities/meaning-wheel (https://www.viacharacter.org/resources/activities/meaning-wheel)

6. 

   20 Nov 2023

   Virtue 1: Transcendence

   Learn about the virtue transcendence and the character strengths that fall under it! Website and Social Media: https://naturallystrongmt.com/ (https://naturallystrongmt.com/) https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/ (https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/) https://www.facebook.com/CenterforWellbeingMT (https://www.facebook.com/CenterforWellbeingMT) References: Peterson, C., & Seligman, M.E.P., & Csikszentmihalyi, M. (2004). Character strengths and virtues: A handbook and classification, volume 1. American Psychological Association. viacharacter.org (http://viacharacter.org)

7. 

   11 Oct 2023

   The History of VIA

   In this episode we give you the run down of positive psychology, the history of VIA and the uses it can have in therapy and daily life. Website and Social Media: https://naturallystrongmt.com/ (https://naturallystrongmt.com/) https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/ (https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/) https://www.facebook.com/CenterforWellbeingMT (https://www.facebook.com/CenterforWellbeingMT) References: Niemiec, R.M. (2018). Character strengths interventions: A field guide for practitioners. Hogrefe Publishing Group. Peterson, C., & Seligman, M.E.P., & Csikszentmihalyi, M. (2004). Character strengths and virtues: A handbook and classification, volume 1. American Psychological Association. Seligman, M.E.P. (2000). Positive psychology: An introduction. American Psychologist, 55. 5-14. https://dx.doi/10.1037/0003-066X.55.1.5 (https://dx.doi/10.1037/0003-066X.55.1.5) Wagner, L., Pindeus, L., & Ruch, W. (2021). Character Strengths in the Life Domains of Work, Education, Leisure, and Relationships and Their Associations With Flourishing. Frontiers in psychology, 12, 597534. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2021.597534 (https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2021.597534)

8. 

   23 Sept 2023

   Part 2: The Application of Mindfulness

   Mindfulness continued! Learn about the application of mindfulness and the positive affects it can have on our lives with our special guest Anna Claypool, a certified yoga instructor and LCPC! Website and Social Media: https://naturallystrongmt.com/podcast (https://naturallystrongmt.com/podcast) https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/ (https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/) https://www.facebook.com/CenterforWellbeingMT (https://www.facebook.com/CenterforWellbeingMT) References: Boettcher, J., Aström, V., Påhlsson, D., Schenström, O., Andersson, G., & Carlbring, P. (2014). Internet-based mindfulness treatment for anxiety disorders: a randomized controlled trial. Behavior therapy, 45(2), 241–253. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.beth.2013.11.003 (https://doi.org/10.1016/j.beth.2013.11.003) Cheavens, J.S., & Feldman, D.B. (2022). The science and application of positive psychology. Cambridge University Press. Shapiro, S.L., Carlson, L.E., Astin, J.A., & Freedman, B. (2006). Mechanisms of mindfulness. Journal of Clinical Psychology, 62(3), 373-386. https://dx.doi.10.1002/jclp.20237 (https://dx.doi.10.1002/jclp.20237). Siegel, R. D., Germer, C. K., & Olendzki, A. (2009). Mindfulness: what is it? Where did it come from? In F. Didonna & F. Didonna (Eds), Clinical handbook of mindfulness (pp. 17–35). New York, NY: Springer.

9. 

   11 Aug 2023

   Part 1: What is Mindfulness?

   In this episode we discuss mindfulness, savoring, flow, meditation, and how to use these aspects in daily life. Come back next time for Part 2: The Application of Mindfulness. Website and Social Media: https://naturallystrongmt.com/podcast (https://naturallystrongmt.com/podcast) https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/ (https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/) https://www.facebook.com/CenterforWellbeingMT (https://www.facebook.com/CenterforWellbeingMT) References: Boettcher, J., Aström, V., Påhlsson, D., Schenström, O., Andersson, G., & Carlbring, P. (2014). Internet-based mindfulness treatment for anxiety disorders: a randomized controlled trial. Behavior therapy, 45(2), 241–253. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.beth.2013.11.003 (https://doi.org/10.1016/j.beth.2013.11.003) Cheavens, J.S., & Feldman, D.B. (2022). The science and application of positive psychology. Cambridge University Press. Eberth, J., & Sedlmeier, P. (2012). The effects of mindfulness meditation: A meta-analysis. Mindfulness 3, 174–189. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12671-012-0101-x (https://doi.org/10.1007/s12671-012-0101-x) Shapiro, S.L., Carlson, L.E., Astin, J.A., & Freedman, B. (2006). Mechanisms of mindfulness. Journal of Clinical Psychology, 62(3), 373-386. https://dx.doi.10.1002/jclp.20237 (https://dx.doi.10.1002/jclp.20237). Siegel, R. D., Germer, C. K., & Olendzki, A. (2009). Mindfulness: what is it? Where did it come from? In F. Didonna & F. Didonna (Eds), Clinical handbook of mindfulness (pp. 17–35). New York, NY: Springer. Silva, L., & Spann, R.T. (2023). Mindfulness v. meditation: What’s the difference? Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/health/mind/mindfulness-vs-meditation (https://www.forbes.com/health/mind/mindfulness-vs-meditation)

10. 

    11 Jul 2023

    Introductions

    In today's episode we introduce the co-hosts, Jenna Christensen, Kaitee Kavlie, Emma Power, and Kameron Nelson. We discuss what brought them to positive psychology, some of their character strengths, and their motivation to bring character strengths to the community. Website and Social Media: The Center for Wellbeing, PLLC - Positive Psychology Consultants, 24 Character Strengths, Naturally Strong ( (https://naturallystrongmt.com/)naturallystrongmt.com (http://naturallystrongmt.com)) (https://naturallystrongmt.com/) https://www.facebook.com/CenterforWellbeingMT/ (https://www.facebook.com/CenterforWellbeingMT/) https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/ (https://www.instagram.com/cfwb.mt/)

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.8 / 5

4 ratings

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2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 23 / 100

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