Welcome to the Other Side of Adversity Podcast. Inspiring stories to fill your cup! We’re all on our own paths of self-discovery. This podcast creates a space to inspire you as you evolve on your own wellness journey, one step at a time. Other Side of Adversity shares real stories from real people who have changed their lives and the tools that helped them overcome their obstacles, including yoga, meditation, nutrition, music therapy, and much more. Also includes bonus meditation episodes by show guests!
Dr. Shelby discusses the importance of sleep for the mind and body, and how to help manage your sleep in a time of heightened stress, without relying on medication. She also shares her experience running the Boston marathon in 2013, less than a mile from the finish line when the second bomb went off.
Dr. Shelby Harris is a clinical psychologist in private practice in White Plains, NY. She is board certified in Behavioral Sleep Medicine and treats a wide variety of sleep issues using evidence-based, non-medication treatments. She is the former Director of the Behavior Sleep Medicine Program at Montefiore Medical Center, and author of the book: “The Women’s Guide to Overcoming Insomnia: Get a Good Night’s Sleep Without Relying on Medication”
You can find Dr. Shelby at:
Website: www.drshelbyharris.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/sleepdocshelby
Facebook: www.facebook.com/sleepdocshelby
6 Jul 2020
Unlock Your Fearlessness with Jennifer Willey
Jenn talks about imposter syndrome, self-limiting beliefs, and her own journey to becoming fearless. Learn about her Fearless Formula approach and how to unlock your own Fearlessness.
Jennifer Willey is a coach, consultant, and keynote speaker. She the Founder and CEO of Wet Cement, which helps people and organizations be fearless at work and in life. Her company offers training programs for Diversity and Inclusion, sales, communication and leadership development. Before launching Wet Cement, Jennifer spent 20+ years leading sales, strategy and marketing for innovative companies, including Verizon Media/AOL, WebMD, Yahoo! and pwc. Earlier in her career, Jenn was a television news anchor and reporter for ABC and CBS affiliates.
You can find Jenn at:
Website: www.wet-cement.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wetcementconsulting
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wetcementconsulting
Twitter: www.twitter.com/wet_cement
YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCyTRlZEFB_zx_VEYtfLhRQw
22 Jun 2020
Being your most authentic self with Tom Johnson
Tom shares his story of what it was like growing up "in the closet" in the 60's, and how liberating it is to be your most authentic self.
Tom is a retired finance executive, yoga instructor, and activist in the LGBTQ+ community, working to promote equality and justice for all. Tom spent over 35 years in Corporate Finance, primarily with The Clorox Company, where he was a champion for gay rights. He served as past President of the Board of Directors for the non-profit, Out & Equal Workplace Advocates. A native of Rochester, Michigan, Tom now resides in Fairfield County CT with his husband, Bruce Genaro, author of the novel “When Stars Align”.
You can find Tom at:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/yogi.tom
Email: yogi.tom@gmail.com
12 Jun 2020
Shameless Shaleece: Hear My Voice with Shaleece Green
Shaleece shares her story of what it was like growing up black in America, her thoughts on the Black Lives Matter movement, and what we can do to help.
Shaleece Green is a college student majoring in psychology at San Diego Mesa College, with the goal of becoming a marriage and family therapist.
You can find Shaleece at:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/shamelessshaleece
You can learn more about the Black Lives Matter movement at: www.blacklivesmatter.com
18 May 2020
Breathe, Balance, & Believe with Bappa Choudhury
Bappa talks about his three guiding principles of: Breathe, Balance, and Believe, and how applying these philosophies can lead to happiness and success. He shares his own struggle with Parkinson's disease and how he applies these principles every day to shift his own mindset.
Bappa Choudhury is a professional speaker, leadership coach and a sought-after consultant on the topics of Success & Happiness. He speaks about his discipline to happiness through his mantra: Breathe, Balance & Believe. Prior to becoming a Professional Speaker and Consultant, Bappa spent 32 years in the corporate world with the German Medical Engineering conglomerate, Siemens. Bappa holds an MBA from Rutgers University and a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering degree from McGill University.
You can find Bappa at:
Website: www.bappachoudhury.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/BappaChoudhury
Facebook: www.facebook.com/bappa.choudhury.94
6 May 2020
7 Minutes To Mindfulness with Jen Netrosio | BONUS Episode
7 minute guided gentle stretching and meditation with Jen Netrosio, including deep breathing exercises, simple spinal movements, ending with a meditation. Great for a quick pause during the day!
4 May 2020
Superhuman Soul: The path to self-love and finding your worth with Maurice Johnson and Jen Netrosio
Maurice & Jen discuss their own journeys to practicing self-love and their joint mission to spread that message through their teachings.
Maurice Johnson is the creator of Superhuman Soul, a wellness & personal elevation brand. A 17- year veteran in the fitness industry, Maurice is a personal trainer, nutrition coach, Spartan coach, and motivational speaker.
Jennifer Netrosio is the founder of Limitless Soul Yoga, using the practice of yoga to help for personal empowerment and overcoming self-limiting beliefs. Jen is a former attorney and figure skating coach.
You can find Maurice & Jen at:
Website: www.superhumansoul.com
Mo's Instagram: www.instagram.com/superspartanmojo
Jen's Instagram: www.instagram.com/limitlessyogajen
Mo's Facebook: www.facebook.com/maurice.johnson.1481
Jen's Facebook: www.facebook.com/jennifer.nicole.984
27 Apr 2020
Stress and Resilience: Coping with Adversity with Professor Catherine Sanderson
Professor Catherine Sanderson discusses resilience, how mindset and thought patterns influence our health and our ability to be happy, and things we can do to cultivate our resilience. She also talks about the psychology of inaction, and why good people don't speak up.
Professor Sanderson is a speaker, author, and professor of psychology at Amherst College. She received a bachelor's degree from Stanford University, and received both masters and doctoral degrees in psychology from Princeton University. Her research spans topics such as the science of happiness, the power of emotional intelligence, the mind-body connection, and the psychology of good and evil. She speaks regularly and has been featured in numerous mainstream media outlets. Her most recent books include “The Positive Shift: Mastering Mindset for Happiness, Health, and Longevity” and “Why We Act: Turning Bystanders into Moral Rebels”
Watch Catherine's TEDx talk on The Psychology of Inaction:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_Lmf7ZT_04
You can find Catherine at:
Website: www.sandersonspeaking.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/sandersonspeaking
Facebook: www.facebook.com/sandersonspeaking
Twitter: www.twitter.com/sandersonspeaks
21 Apr 2020
3-Minute Mindful Breathing with Sheri Marcantuono | BONUS Episode
3 minute guided mindful breathing with Sheri Marcantuono to connect with your breath and find peace and calm
20 Apr 2020
Empowering Teens Through Mindfulness with Sheri Marcantuono
Sheri Marcantuono shares her inspiring and relatable story about how losing her father and being left alone with broken tools that no longer served her led her on a journey of self-discovery. Hear how finding reiki, breathing, and meditation led her to leave her corporate job to provide healthy tools like mindfulness, breathing, and meditation to high school students.
Sheri is the owner of Lotus Wood Journey, author of “Become the You Your Younger Self Needed”, and creator of #IAMFREE Path to Empowerment a high school-based curriculum helping students cope with anxiety and depression.
You can find Sheri at:
Website: www.sherimarcantuono.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/sheri_marcantuono
Facebook: www.facebook.com/sherimarcantuono
To learn more about reiki, check out: www.reiki.org/faqs/what-reiki
11 Apr 2020
Moving And Stillness Meditation with Lauri Nemetz | BONUS Episode
15 min guided meditation with Lauri Nemetz to ground yourself in the present moment, including both movement and relaxation
10 Apr 2020
The Dance of Healing: The connection between trauma and body movement with Lauri Nemetz
Lauri Nemetz discusses movement, anatomy, the body’s reaction to trauma, and ways to help deal with stress and stay healthy mentally, emotionally, and physically.
Lauri is a dance/movement therapist, an adjunct associate professor at Pace University, and a member of the American Association for Anatomy. She spent many years specializing in trauma work, and was a FEMA therapist post 9/11.
You can find Lauri at:
Website: www.wellnessbridge.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessbridge
Facebook: www.facebook.com/lauri.nemetz
5 Apr 2020
Guided Muscle Relaxation with Dr. Katie | BONUS Episode
8 minute Guided Muscle Relaxation meditation with Dr. Katie
5 Apr 2020
Integrative Medicine: Finding Balance and the Mind-body Connection with Dr. Katie
Dr. Katie discusses tips for staying healthy and managing stress and anxiety in difficult times, from sleep to supplements and gut health.
Dr. Katie practices Integrative Medicine, helping patients heal naturally with acupuncture, mind-body medicine, botanical medicine, nutrition, and lifestyle optimization.
You can find Dr. Katie at:
Website: www.DrKatie.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/DoctorKatie
Facebook: www.facebook.com/DrKatieTakayasu
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