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In this episode of Uprooted by Unwanted Change podcast, host Kiran Prasad and her daughter Nikita Prasad, Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) trainee, discuss the importance of emotional self-regulation during life transitions. They talk about the concept of the window of tolerance and the 'pain body' and use examples from their own experience of practical strategies for returning back to baseline when emotionally uprooted.

Welcome to the Uprooted by Unwanted Change podcast about managing life transitions. Whether it’s due to relocation, politics, natural disaster, job loss, death of a loved one, divorce, breakup, finances, or injury or disease…change is never easy - especially when it’s unwanted.

I’m Kiran Prasad, teacher, speaker, and author of “A Mindful Move: Feel at home again’ based on my 29 house moves. While I’m someone who’s always yearned for stability, the only constant in my life has been change! I’ve finally come to an acceptance and found purpose and meaning in it all by helping others going through the same.

On each episode, we’ll focus on a topic of unwanted change with guests sharing stories of resilience and insights into how they navigated their journeys. Together, we’ll discover a community of inspiring individuals and create a system of support for one another.

In the midst of chaos and uncertainty, may you find peace and rootedness.

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September is Suicide Prevention Month. Please share this episode of Uprooted by Unwanted Change. Lauren Flores talks about her personal journey of grief and healing after the loss of her brother, Zach, to suicide. She discusses the importance of breaking the silence surrounding suicide, navigating the complexities of grief, and the coping strategies that helped her heal. Lauren emphasizes the significance of therapy, particularly EMDR, and the role of family dynamics in processing loss. She also highlights the importance of keeping memories alive through storytelling and advocacy work, as well as finding comfort in signs from loved ones. Ultimately, Lauren's story is one of resilience, forgiveness, and the ongoing journey of mental health awareness.

You can reach out to my personal email - laurenflores512@gmail.com

Resources - AFSP Website | What Doesn’t Kill Her Book - Amazon

Forever Ours: Real stories of immortality and living from a forensic pathologist - M.D Janis Amatuzio

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In this episode of Uprooted by Unwanted Change, host Kiran Prasad explores the theme of overcoming our fears and phobias through exposure therapy taking baby steps, and using positive self-talk, visualization, and other such methods. With the encouragement and support of others, she is able to face her phobia of deep water and drowning and for the first jump to jump out of a boat and swim in the ocean. Kiran shares personal anecdotes about overcoming phobias and how that's helped her face other fears.

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In this heartfelt conversation, Soleil Bogan shares her journey of navigating grief after the loss of her fiancé, Matt, and her path to finding love again with Colin. She discusses the challenges of re-entering the dating world while carrying the weight of her grief, the support she received from her community, and the joy of building a life with Colin. Soleil also opens up about her recent cancer diagnosis, the emotional rollercoaster it brought, and how she is learning to embrace change and find strength in adversity.

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SoleilBoganSpeaks@gmail.com

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In this epside Kiran shares about what people pleasing is, what causes it and how we can overcome it through assertive and boundary setting skills. She shares some examples from her own life and teaches us some strategies including how to say no.

RESOURCES

Doreen Virtue, Assertiveness for Earth Angels: How to Be Loving Instead of "Too Nice

Jean Baer, How to be an Assertive (Not Aggressive) Woman in Life, in Love, and on the Job: A Total Guide to Self-Assertiveness

Dr Henry Cloud and Dr John Townsend, Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life

Wayne Dyer, Pulling your Own Strings

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This conversation explores the topic of cancer, sickness, caregiving, and death. Specifically of a young fiance, Soleil Bogan, trying to navigate her way through grief, identity, and a sense of belonging in the widow space. The importance of family and community support in navigating life's challenges. Kiran and Soleil share their personal experiences with loss, caregiving, self-care, and the healing power of cultural connections and shared passions. They discuss the significance of honoring memories, the complexities of grief, and the strategies for finding strength and support in difficult times. Through her story, Soleil highlights the importance of communication, connection, and choice, the three C's of Grief, and the enduring impact of love in the face of adversity.

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In this episode, Kiran Prasad explores the topic of finding purpose and meaning after loss. How suffering is a crucial part of healing. Kiran shares personal anecdotes and insights from her own life as well of from others including Josh Berger, a previous guest on the show, grief expert David Kessler, Holocaust survivor and psychologist Viktor Frankl, and from the Japanese concept of Ikegai. How helping others, as well as our attitude towards suffering can help us find meaning.

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In this episode, Kiran Prasad talks to guest Josh Berger about how he turned pain into purpose after being furloughed from a job he loved. He discusses his work with the Freedom Writers Foundation and later AVP First where he faced job loss during the Pandemic. Josh shares his personal story of resilience, coping mechanisms, and the importance of community support and volunteerism during challenging times. The conversation highlights the lessons learned from navigating life's adversities. Josh also discusses his new venture, Summit College Consulting, aimed at making college admissions more equitable for families, including underserved communities.

Takeaways
Change is never easy, but it can lead to growth.
Community support can help when uprooted.
Embracing discomfort can lead to personal growth.
Finding purpose in adversity can be transformative.
Creating opportunities from challenges can redefine success.
Helping others can provide a sense of fulfillment.

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